Best Breweries in Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

A Hidden Gem of Craft Beer and Culinary Delight: Stone Brewing Bistro, Point Loma From the moment we stepped into Stone Brewing Bistro in Point Loma, the experience was seamless. The staff was attentive and welcoming, guiding us smoothly from check-in to seating, ensuring we never felt like we were waiting. Thanks to our OpenTable reservation, we were quickly accommodated, setting the stage for an evening of great food, drinks, and ambiance. Before heading to our table, I made a quick stop at the restroom, which turned out to be an unexpectedly cool design feature of the restaurant. Instead of traditional mirrors above the sinks, the setup allowed both men and women to wash their hands facing each other, separated by just the right amount of privacy. It was a unique and stylish touch—just one of many small details that made Stone Brewing Bistro stand out. The Atmosphere: Cozy, Intimate, and Thoughtfully Designed We had the option of outdoor seating with heaters, but we opted for an indoor table, where we were greeted by oversized chairs and a generously sized table just for the two of us. The ambiance struck the perfect balance—warm lighting, well-spaced tables, and just the right volume of background chatter to create an intimate setting without feeling isolated. Unlike the overwhelming, novel-length menus at places like Cheesecake Factory, Stone Brewing Bistro kept it simple, focused, and inviting. Drinks: Craft Beer, Custom Flights & “High-Octane” Cocktails Naturally, we dove right into the drink menu. One of the highlights was the ability to customize a four-flight tasting of 5oz pours, making it easy to explore different styles of Stone’s legendary brews. Every selection was bold, well-crafted, and full of character—a true reflection of Stone’s expertise in brewing. For those looking for something beyond beer, they also offered wine and “high-octane” brews, which mimicked the flavors and essence of tequila-based cocktails without requiring a liquor licen

It was a nice visit to Stone. We always enjoy the food and drinks there. Our server was Jack, who was excellent and provided great service.

The ambience is amazing! Can never go wrong with a bayside harbor view in San Diego. Quality of food is incredible use of flavors were are amazing. We shared clam chowder, beet salad, hamburger, Brussel sprouts, and onion rings and calamari were breaded perfectly.

Great ambiance. Very lively. Food was good. Had an amazing hot cider

Great food, great service. We sat at the rooftop on a beautiful, sunny day. It was really nice and thoroughly enjoyed our time. We took our 4 year old daughter. It’s very family and dog friendly.