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hjeff2017
Kempner, TX161 contributions
Very nice venue
Dec 2018 • Family
Great little place. Beers were very good. Plenty of board games, Jenga, Corn hole etc. We had a GIANT pizza delivered from NY Giant Pizza. Great place to spend a little time unwinding.
Written December 1, 2018
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Laurie T
La Mesa, CA113 contributions
Fun place to hang out
Jul 2018 • Couples
We're not big beer drinkers so one day after going to the nearby Dixieline we decided to stop in thinking maybe we could grab some lunch somewhere casual, but they have no kitchen. They do have food trucks typically later in the day, but encouraged us to either order for delivery there, bring your own and they even have BBQ's available if you wanted to do a picnic sort of thing (especially during the nights they have bands would be fun). We had some beers and played foursquared. They have so many different games available from jenga to boardgames to cornhole. It's a comfortable set up and even though it was a fairly warm day, there was a nice breeze coming through. The beers were tasty and service was excellent. We were pleasantly surprised and will plan to return. Give it a try.
Written July 23, 2018
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Wesley F
11 contributions
Awesome setup!
May 2018 • Friends
We love this place to hangout and watch sports. Great beer and the brewery brings in food trucks that keeps the food experience changing. Great customer service and great times!
Written May 27, 2018
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SD_Family2012
San Diego, California, United States86 contributions
A Hidden Gem - and pretty good beers!
Jun 2015
Hidden away in a commercial street in La Mesa, this is a great little brewery. The beers are good - the Mango is different and very refreshing. (Kind of like a shandy). Outdoor seating - and family friendly too. Give it a try!
Written June 28, 2015
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GlobeTrotting730343
San Antonio, TX15 contributions
Great Atmosphere
May 2019
Bolt has a great atmosphere and a wide variety of brews on tap, not just IPAs! A little light on food and snacks but good fun.
Written May 6, 2019
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SD4ever
San Diego, CA17 contributions
A hidden beer garden escape
Dec 2017 • Couples
Hidden in the commercial section of La Mesa is a beer garden with awesome beer and live music. Sometimes there are food trucks, but you need to go a bit early for that. There were times we missed the food and ended up having beer for dinner.

No one under 21 is allowed in (even children with parents).
Written January 22, 2018
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Nappo
San Diego21 contributions
Beers and ambience are great
Aug 2017 • Friends
When Bolt first opened I wasn't impressed - nice place - nice beer, but due to the hard work the owners, brew masters, and people associated with the brewery it has become a regular stopping place for me. OK, I fish a lot so I stop in at Anglers Arsenal one business, away, they allow me to park there, get some reels filled or whatever, and go over and have a beer for an hour or so...I'm not a big stout/coffee beer drinker although guys in my poker group thought those offerings were great, but I like the "lighter" beers which they have some great ones! Definitely a great little brewery, fishermen, go to Anglers Arsenal in La Mesa and go about 50 feet for some great beers.
Written September 6, 2017
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Stensafriend
San Diego, CA92 contributions
Don't fight rush-hour… Stop and have a beer!
Aug 2017 • Solo
Rock bottom basic. You'll get your shoes dusty walking to the bar and the great sandwiches and tasty appetizers are served right from the resident roach coach on premises. But it's just a block from the ramps to Interstate 8 in La Mesa and it may be worth the stop. Hand crafted quality beer and good eats are just a block away so forget the traffic and have a beer.
Written August 12, 2017
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SaWa2012
53 contributions
a feel of Beergarden in La Mesa
Dec 2016 • Couples
This is such a great place to enjoy a nice sunny day. We loved being at the backside of the bar where they have a little "beergarden" area with some fake grass, benches, corn-hole and you are allowed to smoke. It's a nice place to just hang out with your friends. I would even go by myself and just bring the newspaper or a book with me.....
Written January 3, 2017
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10ringtraveler
Alpine, CA605 contributions
Scouting out for a party
Aug 2016 • Couples
We stopped here trying to locate a place for a retirement party. The staff was very friendly and ultimately I think our party will be held here.
On this visit, it was not that crowded, parking was found close by. There is a good sized patio, and a smaller area around back. It is very neat and clean and there are usually food trucks onsite.
There is a large choice of beers, we opted for the "flight" it is a sampler of four of the beers available here. My wife likes the lighter while I went for the stout! You can easily find something to your taste here! Highly recommended!
Written August 20, 2016
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