OB Brewery
If you're in San Diego and craving a laid-back, trendy spot to enjoy some delicious food and drinks, OB Brewery is the place to be. Located at 5041 Newport Ave, this casual yet vibrant restaurant offers a great atmosphere that’s perfect for everyone—whether you're with friends, family, or your furry companion (yes, dogs are welcome!).
One of the things that make OB Brewery stand out is its fun, casual vibe. It’s a place where you can kick back, enjoy a cold beer, and dig into some tasty dishes. The moderate noise level makes it ideal for a lively conversation, yet it’s still a comfortable setting for kids, making it a family-friendly choice for a night out.
As for the food, OB Brewery has a menu filled with crowd-pleasing favorites that cater to different tastes. The Fish and Chips is always a hit, crispy and golden on the outside, with tender fish on the inside. For a lighter, healthier option, the Quinoa Salad is a perfect pick, offering a refreshing mix of fresh veggies and hearty quinoa. If you're in the mood for something a little more indulgent, their Shrimp Tacos are a must-try—packed with flavor and just the right amount of spice. Of course, you can’t go wrong with some Oatmeal to start your day or the mouthwatering Chicken Wings for a flavorful bite.
OB Brewery also features a great selection of happy hour specials, making it an excellent spot to unwind after work or meet up with friends. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a beer or a cocktail, you'll find something to suit your taste, all while soaking in the lively, welcoming environment.
So if you’re in the area, swing by OB Brewery for a great meal, a cold drink, and a fun time with loved ones. It’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy good food in a place that truly feels like home.
Reviews
Do you want an excellent local bar experience with top notch service? Stop in on the first floor and see Megan H. and hop a seat at the comfy bar or one of several tables. Need a quiet spot to play a game or chill with a beautiful open window view? The second floor is your spot! Oh! You're looking for the best rooftop view in town? Get on up to the third floor! OB Brewery has a spot for everyone and their bar food is delicious too! Try all the sauces. And save me a seat!
Yooo this place + good weather = super chill. Rooftop is such a good vibe!! Food looked amazing and its Dog friendly too! 10/10 recommend heading up to the roof for an ocean view and some sunshine !! It's 3 floors, every floor has a bar and it's awesome! Second floor has foosball and shuffleboard and roof has tons of tables and a bar so you don't have to walk downstairs. The hop on board beer rocks!!
Love the rooftop seating with ocean views! Good beer selection! Fry basket is large and good enough to share with 2-3 people! Mostly just get beer and fries for happy hour since I'm not super interested in the food menu
We met some friends at the OB Brewery for lunch. We'd been before, but had never eaten here before. We started downstairs where the lovely and talented Megan was behind the bar. We placed our drink and food orders. Megan poured my beer and had to grab a seltzer for Becky. No seltzer on tap, only canned Topo Chico :-( At least that's better than White Claw. Bex is so over White Claw. She handed us a number to place on our table. We headed up the three flights of stairs to the top floor. The open rooftop patio with the great views. The four of us found a great spot with views of the water and of Newport Ave for some excellent people watching. A short while later our food arrived. Wow! What great food at OB Brewery! Between the four of us we ordered: *House-Made chips and salsa $8 House-made Salsa Fresca served with House-fried tortilla chips. Add house-made queso dip for 3 bucks extra. Fantastic housemade chips! The salsa was not very spicy but super flavorful. The queso dip was money! Ooey, gooey, spicy deliciousness! *OB Brewery Beer Wings $16 House Beer Soaked and Fried Crispy, Choice of the following: Spicy Buffalo & Blue Cheese, Sriracha Honey with Ranch, Garlic Parmesan or BBQ with Ranch We chose Sriracha. Simply put, some of the best wings we've ever had. *Onion Rings $8 Fried Onion Rings served with Jalapeño Ranch. I ordered these because the Jalapeño Ranch intrigued me. The rings were outstanding! The Jalapeño Ranch was too. *Pollo Caliente Sliders $13 3 Fried Chicken Sliders with Habanero-Basil Aioli, Lettuce Tomato, Pepper Jack Cheese and Pickles. Hands down some of the best sliders ever. Chicken or otherwise. Easily way better than some beef or pulled pork sliders I've had. The chicken tenders were perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the interior. The little brioche buns were excellent. As was the Habanero-Basil Aioli. Loved the addition of the pickles. *Mozzarella Sticks $9 Six breaded and fried mozzarella sticks served with zesty marinara. Certainly not the frozen variety from Costco. They were soo good. Piping hot with a great cheese-pull. Yummy marinara too! *Habanero Basil Burger $19 Angus Beef Patty (6 oz) on a Ciabatta Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Habanero Jack Cheese, Sun-dried Tomato Aioli (with bacon added). Served with French Fries. Didn't try it, but our friends loved it! Oh yeah! We're coming back. (Psst: please put a hard seltzer on tap - not mango)
I've visited OB Brewery several times over the years but the service today was beyond exceptional. The entire staff was so welcoming to me and my dog to the point that I almost didn't even want to leave. The beers were great, burger and salad were delish, and they even fed my boy some bacon. Dude, YESSS BACON!!! I've got so much love for this joint. Thank you so much for making our day extra special and for keeping the positive vibes going. Side note: I started out at OB Surf Lodge and left because they were very understaffed and they ignored us for 15 minutes after being seated. So glad we bounced over to OB Brewery instead.