Brewery
Unclaimed profileGravity Heights
San Diego, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Gravity Heights runs a brewery with a full bar and an ambitious cocktail list that swings from pandan-infused gin to a mezcal drink rimmed with chamoy. The beer program is anchored by a GABF silver medalist, and the wine list covers familiar ground at fair prices. A daily happy hour sweetens the deal. Customers single out the Pink Pony Girl and praise the beer's craft.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Pink Pony Girl for a balanced vodka-sour with strawberry and honey. For something bolder, the Guava Afterglow layers mezcal and chamoy. Beer drinkers should order the Brewer's Best Amber Ale—silver medal at GABF—or the hazy Undertow. Happy hour includes discounted cocktails and $9 wine.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate the house-brewed styles and award-winning amber ale. Cocktail fans seeking inventive, ingredient-driven drinks will find plenty to explore. The happy hour and non-alcoholic options also make it a comfortable stop for groups with varied preferences.
- When should I go?
- This is the time to sample multiple drinks without stretching the budget.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $14 to $17; wine by the glass is $13 to $17; house beers are around $11 to $12; non-alcoholic beers are $8. A 4% surcharge is added to all checks.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The dual identity as a brewery and cocktail bar is rare, and the cocktail list leans into unexpected ingredients like soy sauce and pandan. The Brewer's Best Amber Ale's GABF medal backs up the beer program's credibility, and the happy hour discounts across all categories make it a practical choice.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A creative cocktail list with unique ingredients like pandan, soy sauce, and chamoy. Signature drinks are well-received, and happy hour offers discounted options.
Menu strengths
- — Creative use of ingredients such as pandan, soy sauce, and chamoy.
Standout selections
- — Pink Pony Girl – vodka, Mommenpop lime, strawberry, lemon, honey, salt ($14)
- — Guava Afterglow – mezcal, acid-adjusted orange juice, spicy agave, guava-lime foam, chamoy & tajin rim ($17)
Pricing: $14–$17
Wine
A serviceable wine list with sparkling, rosé, white, and red options from international and domestic regions. Priced competitively, with a happy hour deal.
Standout selections
- — Albariño | Matanzas Creek | Santa Rosa – saline and citrus notes ($13)
- — Pinot Noir | Siduri | Willamette Valley – black cherry, baking spices ($17)
Pricing: $13–$17 per glass; $9 happy hour
Beer
Award-winning house beer program with a wide range of styles, from Mexican lagers to hazy IPAs. The GABF silver medal for Brewer's Best Amber Ale highlights quality.
Menu strengths
- — Brewer's Best Amber Ale won Silver Medal at 2022 Great American Beer Festival.
- — Wide variety of styles including IPAs, lagers, and sours.
Standout selections
- — Brewer's Best – Amber Ale, 4.5% ABV, Silver Medal winner 2022 GABF ($11)
- — Undertow – Hazy DIPA, 8.2% ABV, tropical notes ($11)
Pricing: Around $11–$12 per pour
Nonalcoholic
Limited but adequate NA options: non-alcoholic beers from Capacity Brewing and a NA menu available upon request.
Standout selections
- — Capacity Brewing NA Mexican Lager – non-alcoholic lager ($8)
Pricing: $8
Spirits
No dedicated spirits list, but the cocktail program uses a range of spirits. Happy hour features well spirits from various categories.
Menu strengths
- — Cocktail program showcases a range of spirits including vodka, gin, rum, tequila, mezcal, and bourbon.
Standout selections
- — Happy hour well spirits include Layback vodka, Layback gin, Cutwater rum, RDV blanco tequila, and Old Forester bourbon.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits list
How it sits with the food
The dinner menu is available, but the beverage program stands alone. The soy sauce in Soy La Piña could complement grilled or umami-rich dishes, and the citrus-forward cocktails like Garden Vibes would pair with lighter fare. The amber ale's maltiness suits burgers or barbecue.
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