Karl Strauss Brewing Company

4.4
1513 reviews

About

Brewpub
Carlsbad craft brewery featuring an eclectic mix of beers brewed on site alongside a lineup of award-winning Karl Strauss craft beer and food.

Location

Karl Strauss Brewing Company
5801 Armada Dr., Carlsbad, CA
92008, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
1,513 reviews
5 stars
939
4 stars
363
3 stars
114
2 stars
52
1 star
45

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Customers consistently praised the friendly and attentive service, with many highlighting specific staff members for their exceptional service.

Food Quality

While many reviews noted that the food was good, there were mixed opinions on portion sizes and value for money, with some feeling the prices were high for the quality offered.

Beer Selection

The beer selection received positive feedback, with many customers enjoying the variety and quality of the craft beers available.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere was generally described as pleasant and welcoming, though some noted it could be noisy and chaotic at times.

Value for Money

Several customers expressed concerns about the pricing, feeling that the food did not always match the high prices, leading to mixed feelings about overall value.
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    Courtney Hanson
    1 day ago
    4.0
    Had a great meal here. Plenty of free parking. A ton of TVs, surprised they didn’t have audio on for the One game everyone was watching but the music selection was good. Comfortable seating. Tables are thick and big, you don’t feel crushed at a small table trying to fit all your plates and drinks. Bar area looked great and lively. Mediterranean salad was SOOOO GOOD. A few things I’d change: is adding some healthier kid meal Options (chkn noodle soup, chicken and rice) basically something not fried. Dessert options were limited and nothing sounded great to me.
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    Fr. Isaiah Schick
    2 days ago
    5.0
    I'm glad we gave this place a try. It was a great experience. All the food we had was wonderful. The beers were good. Prices were reasonable for portion sizes, at least as far as California goes. Noemi was a wonderful server - she gave great recommendations, was attentive without being interruptive, and never made any requests feel like a burden. She well deserved the extra tip. The music was not too loud or distracting. Didn't try the dessert as they were priced a little too high, but were intriguing options.
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    Adriana Sotomayor
    Jan 1, 2026
    4.0
    Our food was so good I can’t wait to go back and try other things off their menu. It was probably the first time in a while that I’ve eaten somewhere and can’t wait to go back. However I did take one star off since our waitress was not attentive at all.
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    Wendy Lopez
    Dec 28, 2025
    5.0
    We had a large party of 11 people including children ages ranging from 15 to 4. We were greeted and they were very polite. The waitress named Beth was absolutely an angel!! Very nice, very hospitable and her attitude was amazing, very helpful and nice and ready to help and get us our food after a long day at Legoland!!! Beth not only knew what she was doing, she knew what was needed before we asked!! Always smiling along with all the other employees i saw. Loved it and will definitely come back and recommend to anyone!! Let me tell you about the food everything was delicious from the fish and chips to the burgers AMAZING GREAT TASTE AND PRICE!! LARGE PORTIONS AND GREAT SERVICE!!?? WHY GO ANYWHERE ELSE!! thank you Beth for being patient with our kids and the whole hungry mob we brought to you lol
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    Steve C
    Dec 22, 2025
    2.0
    I ordered the grilled cheese and tomato soup, along with the Tropical Butter Cake. The food was good. What wasn’t good was the portion sizes. I called in and picked up the order. I got a small cup of soup that was filled up only half way. The grilled cheese was regular sized bread, so “whatever” there. I had made two orders of the cake, one for me and one for my wife. I think the sizes of these was what you would get if you ordered in. All together I paid $50 for what amounts to an appetizer of soup and average sized sandwich and dessert. Disappointing. But the food IS good and what interactions I had with the staff picking up the order was fine.

Frequently Asked Questions About Karl Strauss Brewing Company

Does Karl Strauss Brewing Company accept reservations?

Yes, Karl Strauss Brewing Company accepts reservations. You can book a table through their reservation URL.

What are the operating hours of Karl Strauss Brewing Company?

Karl Strauss Brewing Company is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.