Restaurant
Unclaimed profileSD TapRoom
San Diego, CA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
SD TapRoom's beverage program is a Pacific Beach standout, anchored by a rotating draft list featuring local breweries and in-house brews like the AleSmith collaboration Boxcar Speedway. Cocktails show ambition with housemade draft mojito and sangria, plus a brunch mimosa flight program. The wine list is compact but affordable. Non-alcoholic options include kombucha and nitro coffee.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Boxcar Speedway imperial stout, a bourbon barrel-aged collaboration with AleSmith. For cocktails, the housemade draft mojito or the Cold Brew Mudslide.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate the rotating taps and local collaborations. Brunch crowds will find the mimosa flights and bottomless bar appealing. Those seeking a well-rounded drink menu with non-alcoholic options will also be satisfied.
- When should I go?
- Weekend brunch is prime time for the bottomless mimosa bar and mimosa flights. Beer lovers should visit on a weekday to explore the weekly rotating draft list without the brunch rush.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $12 to $13. Wine by the glass $8-$13, bottles $30-$48, house bubbly $7/glass or $26/bottle. Beer prices not listed.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The housemade draft mojito and sangria are unusual. The rotating draft beer list with in-house brews and a 10th-anniversary collaboration with AleSmith (Boxcar Speedway) demonstrates a serious beer program. The bottomless mimosa bar at brunch adds a festive dimension.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative cocktails with housemade draft mojito and sangria, plus brunch-focused mimosa flights. Broad range from mules to specialty shots.
Menu strengths
- — Housemade draft mojito and sangria are unique and demonstrate craft.
- — Brunch program with mimosa flights and bottomless mimosas is a draw.
Standout selections
- — Cold Brew Mudslide – nitro coffee, vodka, Irish cream, espresso liqueur, Oreo dip.
- — Housemade draft Mojito – seasonal infusion.
- — TapRoom Sangria – housemade with elderflower infusion on draft.
- — Mimosa Flight – pineapple coconut, pom basil, grapefruit mint, OJ.
Wine
Compact but affordable wine list with expected varietals. House bubbly and Champagne specials add value. Draft sangria is a creative touch.
Menu strengths
- — Affordable pricing across glass and bottle options.; Inclusive list covering popular reds and whites.
Standout selections
- — Malbec – Tolentino, Argentina.; Cabernet Sauvignon – Banshee, Sonoma.
- — Sauvignon Blanc – McBride Sisters, New Zealand.
Pricing: Wines $8-$13/glass, $30-$48/bottle; house bubbly $7/glass, $26/bottle; Champagne brut $20 at brunch.
Beer
Outstanding draft program with rotating local and international taps, in-house brews, and a notable collaboration with AleSmith. Weekly changes keep it fresh.
Menu strengths
- — In-house brews like Bee The Buzz and Colorway.
- — Boxcar Speedway collaboration with AleSmith for 10th anniversary.
Standout selections
- — Boxcar Speedway – imperial stout aged in bourbon barrels with vanilla, cocoa, chilies, coffee.
- — Pliny The Elder – Russian River Brewing.
- — St. Bernardus Abt 12 – Belgian quadrupel.
Pricing: No beer prices listed.
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic draft options including kombucha and nitro coffee, though limited in scope.
Menu strengths
- — Nitro coffee from Mostra Coffee provides a caffeine alternative.
Standout selections
- — Bucha Mango Dragon – kombucha.; Local Roots Strawberry Kombucha.
Pricing: No pricing available.
Spirits
Spirits are integrated into cocktails and shots, with a range of mules and specialty shots, but no standalone spirits list.
Menu strengths
- — Variety of mules showcases different base spirits.; Specialty shots add playful options.
Standout selections
- — Mexican Mule – tequila-based.; Kentucky Mule – bourbon-based.
Pricing: No dedicated spirits pricing.
How it sits with the food
The beer program, with local IPAs and stouts, pairs naturally with American pub fare. The brunch cocktails, especially mimosas and Bloody Marys, complement a brunch menu. The housemade sangria could match lighter dishes.
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