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Mon

Encontro

11a - 9:30p

Crazee Burger

11a - 9:30p

Pretzels & Pints

12 - 9:30p

Tue

Encontro

11a - 9:30p

Crazee Burger

11a - 9:30p

Pretzels & Pints

12 - 9:30p

Wed

Encontro

11a - 9:30p

Crazee Burger

11a - 9:30p

Pretzels & Pints

12 - 9:30p

Thu

Encontro

11a - 9:30p

Crazee Burger

11a - 9:30p

Pretzels & Pints

12 - 9:30p

Fri

Encontro

11a -6p, 8:30 - 9:30p

Crazee Burger

11a - 10:30p

Pretzels & Pints

11a - 9:30p

Sat

Encontro

2 - 6p, 8:30 - 9:30p

Crazee Burger

11a - 10:30p

Pretzels & Pints

11a - 9:30p

Sun

Encontro

2 - 9:30p

Crazee Burger

11a - 9:30p

Pretzels & Pints

11a - 9:30p

Questions on booking and adding drinks? See Helpful Info

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Outdoor Seating

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Featuring...

Next-level gastropub favorites from an award-winning chef


Handcrafted gourmet burgers, featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

North Park's premier beer garden, known for unreal pretzels and beer cheese dip




An epicenter of art and culture, North Park is one of San Diego's hottest neighborhoods for entertainment, exploration, and of course food and drink. A spectacular restaurant and bar scene draws in locals from miles away, with classic taquerias and modern gastropubs alike playing to the neighborhood's iconic blend of timeless favorites and new discovery.

The intersection of University Avenue and 30th Street also holds claim to being "the best beer neighborhood in the nation," with a wealth of bars and restaurants pouring award-winning craft beer. For those seeking an authentic taste of the San Diego, North Park encompasses is one of the county's top culinary destinations.

The Places You'll Go

Visit each place in any order

Encontro

Gastropub

Award-Winning

Eater Essential

Overview & Photos

While Encontro may stem from the Spanish verb 'Encontrar' – “To meet, to find, or to discover,” make no mistake about it, this is American comfort food at its finest. Owner and Executive Chef Jason Hotchkiss brings profound culinary expertise stemming from iconic names in the food world: Cohn Restaurant Group, Bottega Louie, L’Entrecote de Paris and Café Kati among others.


In addition to phenomenal chicken, fresh greens and spectacular homemade sauces, Encontro's bread is a truly historic favorite. The recipe was handed down by the famous Pat & Oscar, who built a legacy around addictive breadsticks. And as crazy as it sounds, the bread here may be even better...

This restaurant adheres to TastePro's Commitment to Safety. View their added safety precautions

Tasting Menu

Choose two of the following


***Hot Fresh Bread***

Iconic recipe from San Diego legends Pat and Oscar. You don't want to miss this!



Slider

Fried Chicken or Pulled Pork



Mini Corndog

Cheddar bratwurst, house-made corn batter, Sriracha aioli, whole grain mustard



Truffle Fries (v)

Truffle oil, shaved Parmesan



Portobello Fries (v)

Crisp fried, pickled Fresno aioli, shaved Parmesan



Crispy Green Beans (v)

I.P.A battered, pickled Fresno aioli, lemon zest



Grilled Little Gems (v)

Leafy lettuce, Greek feta dressing, Parmesan



Butter Biscuit (v)

Cheddar, chives, buttermilk, honey butter


Add When Booking: Choice of Wine or Craft Beer

Our draft list features more than 20 premium and exotic beers, barleywines and hard kombuchas, including beers on nitro and fruit beers. Our wine list is among the best in town, boasting high-end labels from across the world.


A savings of up to 30% compared to regular drink prices  


Note to restaurant

If pre-purchased, these items will show up as "Included" in the Add-Ons section of the guest's confirmation email

***Top Favorite***

(v) — Vegetarian

Items listed above, including tax and tip, are included in your booking. Tax and tip is also included with any additional pre-orders. You are responsible for the cost, tax and tip of any additional items ordered during your tour. See General Information below for how to place pre-orders for only select members of your group.

Amenities

clean and safe

Clean & Safe

Serves Alcohol

Free Parking

Romantic

Pet Friendly

Wifi

BYOB

Allows BYOB

Wheelchair Accessible

Patio

Outdoor Seating

Flame

Heated Patio

Kids

Good for Kids



Details

Availability*

Mon:  11a - 9:30p

Tue:   11a - 9:30p

Wed:  11a - 9:30p

Thu:   11a - 9:30p

Fri:     11a - 6p, 8:30 - 9:30p

Sat:    2 - 6p, 8:30 - 9:30p

Sun:   2 - 9:30p


Expected Duration: 45 min


Service Type: Full Service

Your group will be seated, a server will take your orders, and your selections will be served to your table.

Pet Policy: Most pets allowed

Most traditional household pets allowed, provided that they are well-trained. Contact restaurant for special circumstances. 


Kid Policy: All ages

All ages welcome 


Dress Code: Casual

Shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops okay. Sleeves encouraged for men and appropriate coverage encouraged for women. 


Arrival Instructions 

Show your booking confirmation to the hostess or appropriate staff member upon arrival. Once confirmed, place your orders from the tasting menu. Please be sure to have all members of your party present. 


*Restaurants will not accept TastePro guests beyond these times, or outside the date listed on your booking confirmation. See helpful info below for details.


Crazee Burger

Burgers

TV Famous

Local Favorite

Overview & Photos

We've been cooking up inventive handcrafted burgers for more than 10 years, earning such as strong reputation as a local favorite that our regulars come in on the daily, and Guy Fieri himself paid a visit on the iconic Food Network show 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.' You're going to love our suped-up burgers, from the truffle made with white truffle oil to the Cajun sporting our housemade smoked chipotle sauce. Vegetarians will enjoy our delicious salads, and everyone can come together on those awesome parmesan fries!


We've got a laid-back 'classic San Diego' ambiance, where you can watch sports from the bar or enjoy some great people watching from our patio. However you enjoy it, make the experience even better with one of San Diego's legendary craft breweries on tap. And while our tasting menu shows off our signature creations, we also feature a whole line of exotic burgers, made with everything from alligator to camel!

This restaurant adheres to TastePro's Commitment to Safety. View their added safety precautions

Tasting Menu

Choice of Slider + Side or Salad + Side

Sliders


Signature

Fresh ground, never frozen, premium Angus beef


Texas

Angus beef patty, cheddar, hardwood smoked bacon, secret hickory BBQ sauce


Cajun

Blackened patty, sautéed onions, house-made smoked chipotle chili sauce


Truffle

Angus beef patty, aged black truffle Pecorino, white truffle oil


Pastrami

Perfectly sliced grilled pastrami, zesty mustard, sautéed onions


Pulled Pork

Slow roasted pulled pork, ginger BBQ sauce


Veggie (v)

Sub in a veggie patty for any of the options above. Due to operational limitations, veggie patties require a 2-person minimum and can only be ordered in multiples of 2*



Salads


Caesar

Romaine, Caesar dressing, croutons


Greek (v)

Romaine, cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta



Sides


Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, Onion Rings, Sidewinders


Add When Booking: Choice of Craft Beer, Wine or Cider

Choose any beer from our extensive and ever-changing draft list, featuring ales, IPA's, lagers, ciders and everything in between, from premiere breweries across San Diego and nationwide. Our wine list boasts a healthy selection of reds, whites and rosés.


A savings of up to 60% compared to regular drink prices  


Note to restaurant

If pre-purchased, these items will show up as "Included" in the Add-Ons section of the guest's confirmation email

(v) — Vegetarian

*For example, if one person in your group wants a veggie burger, another person must also order a veggie burger. If three people want a veggie burger, a fourth person must also order a veggie burger, etc. 

Items listed above, including tax and tip, are included in your booking. Tax and tip is also included with any additional pre-orders. You are responsible for the cost, tax and tip of any additional items ordered during your tour. See General Information below for how to place pre-orders for only select members of your group.

Amenities

clean and safe

Clean & Safe

Serves Alcohol

Free Parking

Has TV

Pet Friendly

BYOB

Allows BYOB

Wheelchair Accessible

Patio

Outdoor Seating

Sports

Shows Sports

Kids

Good for Kids



Details

Availability*

Mon: 11a - 9:30p

Tue:  11a - 9:30p

Wed: 11a - 9:30p

Thu:  11a - 9:30p

Fri:    11a - 10:30p

Sat:   11a - 10:30p

Sun:  11a - 9:30p


Expected Duration: 30 min


Service Type: Limited Service

Your group will place orders at a counter, then pick up your food when ready unless a server is present to serve to you. 

Pet Policy: Most pets allowed (on patio) 

Most traditional household pets allowed on our outdoor patio, provided that they are well-trained. 


Kid Policy: All ages

All ages welcome 


Dress Code: Super Casual

Shorts, tank tops, flip-flops and related attire okay. Shirt and footwear required. 


Arrival Instructions

Show your booking confirmation to the cashier upon arrival. Once confirmed, place your orders from the tasting menu. Please be sure to have all members of your party present at your scheduled arrival time. 


*Restaurants will not accept TastePro guests beyond these times, or outside the date listed on your booking confirmation. See helpful info below for details.


Pretzels & Pints

American

Family-Owned

Great Beer

Overview & Photos

Tucked away in the Arts District of North Park, Pretzels & Pints (formerly known as California Tap Room) beer bar offers hand-rolled pretzels that are influenced by the great traditions of New York, Philadelphia, & Munich, Germany. We pair pretzels with our signature beer cheese and mustards, and a constantly rotating selection of local craft brews.


Pretzels & Pints is loved among the local community for its laid-back atmosphere that brings European beer garden culture to San Diego. Sport fans, young families (Pretzels & Pints is run by a husband and wife duo with small children of their own) and everyone in between will find themselves right at home.

This restaurant adheres to TastePro's Commitment to Safety. View their added safety precautions

Tasting Menu

Our Signature Pretzel Puffs: Choose Savory or Sweet

Savory

Served w/ our famous beer cheese sauce and zesty mustard



Sweet

Dusted with cinnamon sugar and served w/ honey


Add When Booking: Choice of Craft Beer

A trip to Pretzels & Pints simply isn't complete without an award-winning beer...it's our namesake, after all! Craft ales, pilsners, lagers, stouts, IPA's, ciders and hard kombuchas from across across Southern California rotate in and out of our ever-evolving draft list.


A savings of up to 45% compared to regular drink prices  


Note to restaurant

If pre-purchased, these items will show up as "Included" in the Add-Ons section of the guest's confirmation email

All items are vegetarian

Items listed above, including tax and tip, are included in your booking. Tax and tip is also included with any additional pre-orders. You are responsible for the cost, tax and tip of any additional items ordered during your tour. See General Information below for how to place pre-orders for only select members of your group.

Amenities

clean and safe

Clean & Safe

Serves Alcohol

Free Parking

Has TV

Pet Friendly

Wifi

Wheelchair Accessible

Patio

Outdoor Seating

Sports

Shows Sports

Kids

Good for Kids



Details

Availability*

Mon:  12 - 9:30p

Tue:   12 - 9:30p

Wed:  12 - 9:30p

Thu:   12 - 9:30p

Fri:     11a - 9:30p

Sat:    11a - 9:30p

Sun:   11a - 9:30p


Expected Duration: 25 min


Service Type: Limited Service

Your group will place orders at a counter, then pick up your food when ready unless a server is present to serve to you. 

Pet Policy: Dogs allowed (on patio) 

Most traditional household pets allowed on our outdoor patio, provided that they are well-trained. 


Kid Policy: All ages

All ages welcome 


Dress Code: Super Casual

Shorts, tank tops, flip-flops and related attire okay. Shirt and footwear required. 


Arrival Instructions 

Show your booking confirmation to the cashier upon arrival. Once confirmed, place your orders from the tasting menu. Please be sure to have all members of your party present at your scheduled arrival time.


*Restaurants will not accept TastePro guests beyond these times, or outside the date listed on your booking confirmation. See helpful info below for details.



Tour Details

Safety Precautions

Outdoor Dining

Outdoor seating available

Cleaning and Sanitizing

Surfaces sanitized between seatings

Common areas deep cleaned daily

Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided

Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers


Social Distancing

Limited number of seated diners

Distancing maintained in common areas

Extra space between tables

Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

Personal Protective Equipment

Waitstaff wear masks

Diners must wear masks unless seated

Diets & Allergies

These restaurants have indicated that they can accommodate the diets, allergies and intolerances listed below:

  1. Vegetarian
  2. Dairy Free
  3. Fish
  4. Shellfish
  5. Peanuts
  6. Tree Nuts
  7. Pork
  8. Eggs
  9. Corn
  10. Soy

Additional substitutions or requests are subject to the restaurant's discretion and may not be able to be fulfilled. Please inform the server or cashier about any dietary restrictions or allergies that your party may have before ordering. 

Route Map


0.2 mi

Total est. distance


5 min

Total est. walking time

The distance and transit time estimates above reflect the walking route illustrated. Actual distance and transit times may vary.

Helpful Info

Tour Dates, Restaurant Time Windows and Party Sizes

To book this tour, first select your desired tour date. Another box will then appear, prompting you to select your restaurant time windows. There will only be one option available to select. 


You will be able to visit each place in any order, at any valid time. For example, if you see 'Restaurant ABC: 11a - 6p, 8 - 10p  |  Restaurant XYZ: 12 - 9p,' you can arrive at at Restaurant ABC anytime from 11am - 6pm or 8 - 10pm, and you can arrive at Restaurant XYZ anytime from 12 - 9pm.


If your desired tour date is not available, the restaurants are either closed or do not accept TastePro bookings on that day. If this happens, please choose a different tour date or select a different restaurant. Restaurants will not accept TastePro bookings outside the date listed on your booking confirmation. 


If you arrive outside the time window listed on your booking confirmation, the restaurant has full discretion in whether to seat you. If they are unable to seat you, you can request your tasting menu to-go. Please refer to our refund policy for more details. 


TastePro bookings are only valid for the number of people listed on your booking confirmation. If you show up with more people than you paid for, those additional guests will not be served. They can simply book this same tour for the same date, and will receive a separate booking confirmation to join the group. If you show up with fewer people than you paid for, you will not be issued a refund for the members of your group not present. Please refer to our refund policy for more details. 


Drink Pairings

Most restaurants offer drinks and other add-ons to enhance the dining experience. These offerings are often significantly discounted compared to what they would cost if ordered in-person, and we strongly recommend pre-purchasing them while booking. You'll find drink and add-on selections for each restaurant in the booking box, below the area where you select your tour date and above the Book Now button. The tour price will update automatically with each selection.


Please note that drinks and other add-ons are sold individually. For example, if you’re booking for four people and want everyone to have drinks, select 4 drinks at each stop. If only one person wants drinks at a particular place, select 1 drink at that stop. If two people want drinks there, select 2 drinks, etc. Drinks are full-size pours unless otherwise noted.


Anyone who consumes alcoholic beverages must have a valid ID proving they are of legal drinking age. No refunds will be issued for people who pre-purchase drinks and are unable to present valid ID. Please drink responsibly.

Why do some tours have time windows that exclude peak meal times?

Restaurants want to provide the best experience for each of their guests. TastePro guests do not have reservations at the restaurants they visit, so if a restaurant is routinely full during peak meal periods, they will likely choose not to accept TastePro bookings during those windows. Most standard food tours also take place during non-peak hours, to best control crowds and wait times. 


If a restaurant is available during meal peak hours and you visit at those times, you may be required to wait for a table. TastePro is not responsible for guests missing arrival windows due to unexpected wait times. If you are concerned about wait times, we recommend taking your tour during non-peak hours or requesting your tasting menu selections as a to-go order.


Please also note that restaurant availability is displayed in the restaurant's local time. Plan accordingly if you are booking from a different time zone. 


Can I make substitutions or order additional items? 

The restaurant has full discretion on the extent to which substitutions are allowed. If you don’t like the options listed on a restaurant's tasting menu, we recommend booking a different tour.


Most restaurants will allow TastePro guests to order additional items from the standard menu during their tour. Please note that you are responsible for payment, tax and tip for any additional items not included in your tasting menu.