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Ale Tales Taproom

1520 J Street, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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+1 (619) 269-0323
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Located in the heart of San Diego’s East Village, Ale Tales Taproom is a lively, modern craft-beer destination with warm, welcoming vibes and serious beer cred. You’ll find 40+ beers on draft — from hazy IPAs to barrel-aged stouts and sours — along with hundreds of additional options in bottles and cans. The kitchen keeps things interesting too, pairing elevated comfort food (think burgers, wings and creative spins on classics) with vegan and gluten-free options for diverse appetites. The owners emphasise community: describing the place as “a second living room” for downtown San Diego, ideal for everything from pre-game pints to casual meet-ups. The atmosphere is vibrant but relaxed: plenty of seating, a pup-friendly patio, game screens if you want to catch a match, and event-space availability for private parties up to around 40 guests. Situated just six blocks from the Petco Park stadium and near the Gaslamp Quarter, it offers a convenient stop for locals and visitors alike. In short: whether you’re a craft-beer aficionado or just looking for a fun, friendly bar with good food and no fuss, Ale Tales Taproom hits the mark. It’s ideal for hanging out casually, sampling new brews, enjoying a bite, bringing your dog along, and maybe catching a game or two.

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