Poor House Brewing brewery
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery

Poor House Brewing

4494 30th St, San Diego, California, 92116-4287

(858) 769-9070

Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible

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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts

Independent Status
Verified Independent Microbrewery
Pet Policy
Dogs Welcome (Indoors)
Food Options
No standing kitchen listed — nearby restaurants and BYOF policies vary.
Family Policy
Typically 21+ after early evening — confirm family hours on site.
Parking & Transit
On-site lot plus nearby street parking.

On tap

What’s on tap right now

7 pouring

BeerStyleABVStatus
Westbound

Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish.

West Coast IPA7.2%On Tap
Night Watch

Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body.

Stout6.2%On Tap
Orchard Hour

Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin.

Cider6.0%On Tap
Hazy Memory

Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness.

Hazy IPA6.8%On Tap
Kölsch Club

Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap.

Kölsch4.8%On Tap
Patio Tart

Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap.

Sour5.3%On Tap
Wheatfield

Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour.

Wheat5.1%Kicked / Sold Out
Yard Work

Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints.

Pilsner4.9%On Tap

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4.6

5 reviews

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Jordan Blake

Austin, Texas

8/15/2026

Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups

Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.

Casey Nguyen

Portland, Oregon

8/10/2026

Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers

Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.

Morgan Ellis

Chicago, Illinois

8/5/2026

Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits

Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.

Riley Hart

San Diego, California

7/31/2026

Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom

Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.

Avery Kim

Denver, Colorado

7/26/2026

Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection

Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.

Poor House Brewing FAQs

Is Poor House Brewing dog friendly?

Yes. Poor House Brewing is dog friendly in San Diego in the taproom.

Does Poor House Brewing serve food or host food trucks?

Poor House Brewing does not currently list a standing kitchen or daily food-truck rotation. Nearby restaurants and BYOF rules vary.

Can I host a private event or group crawl at Poor House Brewing?

Yes — Poor House Brewing is set up for group crawls and private taproom events. Use the claim/manage listing flow to request a buyout or large-party reservation.

Does Poor House Brewing have outdoor patio seating?

Poor House Brewing does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.

Nearby spots

Nearby spots you might like

Three more pours within about 10 miles.