Brewery Profile

Automatic Brewing Co. / Blind Lady Alehouse

In a city with a deep craft beer culture, this San Diego stop stands out because it functions as both a respected beer bar and the home base for Automatic Brewing Co. A visitor walking in should expect the Blind Lady Alehouse experience first: an alehouse built around beer selection, conversation, and the chance to compare house brews with a broader tap list. Automatic Brewing Co. is helmed by master brewer Lee Chase, and its beers share space with carefully chosen outside offerings. The draw is not just that beer is made under the Automatic name, but that the venue has earned a reputation among craft drinkers as one of the country’s notable beer bars.

Travelers coming to San Diego for beer often look for variety, freshness, and a sense of how local breweries fit into the wider West Coast scene. A stop here works well for that kind of visit because it is not limited to a single-producer lineup. The house beers give visitors a way to understand Automatic Brewing Co.’s identity, while the curated taps provide context alongside other breweries. That makes the alehouse useful for people who like to sample across styles rather than commit to one narrow lane. It is especially suited to visitors who value a well-chosen draft list and want a stop that reflects San Diego’s beer culture without needing a formal brewery tour.

For planning purposes, treat the Blind Lady Alehouse taproom as the place to confirm the day’s pours, since specific beer names, rotating selections, and availability can change. Public details such as current hours, seating arrangements, food service, reservations, and event schedules should be checked directly before going, as they are not fixed in the information provided here. Visitors interested in Automatic Brewing Co. should ask what house beers are currently on, and those exploring the broader list can use the staff’s guidance to compare options. The most reliable expectation is a beer-centered alehouse where Automatic’s brewing program and a broader craft selection meet in one San Diego setting.

The Blind Lady Alehouse isn't just a beloved San Diego institution; it's the vibrant home base for Automatic Brewing Co., helmed by master brewer Lee Chase. Consistently recognized as one of America's best beer bars, this spot offers a near-heavenly experience where exceptional house brews meet a meticulously curated tap list, solidifying its reputation as a must-visit destination for serious craft enthusiasts.

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3416 Adams Ave, San Diego, California, 92116-2428

Phone: 619-255-2491

Website: http://www.blindlady.blogspot.com

Hours: Monday-Thursday 5pm-12am /// Friday-Sunday 11:30am-12am. Last Call 11:15pm.