Restaurant in San Diego, United States
Miramar Industrial Brewing
Duck Foot Brewing in San Diego's Miramar corridor is the area's most practical stop for groups with gluten-sensitive drinkers, thanks to a tap list built around gluten-removed beers. Walk-ins only, casual format, no dress code. Not a destination for fine dining or special occasions, but an easy, low-friction choice for a casual afternoon in San Diego's craft beer cluster.
Duck Foot Brewing sits at 8920 Kenamar Dr in San Diego's Miramar corridor, a stretch of industrial parks that has quietly become one of the city's more concentrated craft brewery clusters. If you're deciding whether to make the trip, the short answer is: yes, if you want a no-fuss taproom experience that serves the surrounding neighbourhood well and keeps things accessible for a range of drinkers, including those who don't always find a seat at the craft beer table.
Duck Foot built its name around gluten-removed beers, which positions it differently from most of the Miramar competition. This isn't a gimmick — it's a deliberate product decision that gives people with gluten sensitivities a reason to show up and actually drink through the tap list rather than nursing one safe option. That focus makes it a practical pick for mixed groups where dietary needs vary. The taproom itself is a working brewery format: industrial space, communal feel, nothing precious about it. For a celebration or date night, expectations should be calibrated accordingly , this is a casual, come-as-you-are room, not a polished dining destination.
The Miramar area draws a strong weekday after-work crowd from the surrounding tech and biotech offices, so Friday evenings can get busy. Weekend afternoons tend to offer more breathing room and are the better call if you want to settle in and sample. Duck Foot is the kind of place that works well for a low-key afternoon with friends or a casual pre-dinner stop , it's not where you'd take a client for a formal business meal, but it fits a relaxed group outing without friction.
Miramar's brewery row gives San Diego drinkers a walkable (or at least drivable-in-one-trip) set of options, and Duck Foot earns its place in that lineup by doing something the others largely don't: making gluten-removed craft beer the centrepiece rather than an afterthought. For visitors staying in the northern part of the city or anyone exploring San Diego's craft beer scene systematically, Duck Foot is a logical stop. It's not a destination you'd reroute an entire itinerary for, but it fits naturally into a broader San Diego afternoon. For more options across the city, see our full San Diego restaurants guide, our full San Diego bars guide, and our full San Diego experiences guide.
Reservations: Walk-ins only , booking is not required and the format is drop-in. Dress: Casual. Come as you are; there is no dress expectation. Budget: Craft taproom pricing , expect to pay per pour with no table minimums. Getting There: Located in an industrial park off Kenamar Dr; driving and parking is the standard approach. Groups: Works well for small to mid-size casual groups. Solo: Comfortable for solo visitors given the communal taproom layout.
Duck Foot is a solid neighbourhood brewery that earns its place in Miramar's craft beer cluster by giving gluten-sensitive drinkers a real reason to show up. It won't compete with San Diego's fine-dining tier , for that, Addison or Soichi are your options , but Duck Foot isn't trying to. If your group includes people who typically struggle to find craft beer options, this is the most practical call in the Miramar area. Book nothing, show up, drink well. Also worth knowing about San Diego's wider scene: 1450 El Prado, 777 G St, and 94th Aero Squadron offer very different experiences if you're building out a full San Diego itinerary. For hotel context, see our full San Diego hotels guide. For wine options in the region, our full San Diego wineries guide covers the broader picture. If you're comparing against destination-level dining nationally, Le Bernardin in New York City, Lazy Bear in San Francisco, The French Laundry in Napa, Smyth in Chicago, Atomix in New York City, Single Thread Farm in Healdsburg, Emeril's in New Orleans, and Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler in Brunico are the reference points , Duck Foot operates in a completely different register, and that's the point.
Yes, and it's one of the main reasons to choose Duck Foot over other Miramar taprooms. The brewery centres its lineup around gluten-removed beers, which makes it a practical choice for groups where at least one person avoids gluten. Confirm current tap options on arrival, as the specific lineup varies.
Go in expecting a casual industrial taproom, not a polished bar. The gluten-removed beer focus is the differentiator , if that's not relevant to your group, any number of Miramar breweries will serve you equally well. Weekday afternoons and weekend mornings are quieter; Friday evenings fill up with the after-work crowd from nearby offices.
No booking needed. Duck Foot operates as a walk-in taproom. Just show up. Busier periods are Friday evenings and weekend afternoons, so if you want a comfortable seat, aim for off-peak times.
Specific tap lists aren't available in our data, so check the current lineup at the taproom. The house focus on gluten-removed beers is the starting point , ask the staff what's pouring fresh on the day you visit.
Duck Foot is a taproom first. Food availability varies and is not confirmed in our data , check ahead if eating is a priority. If a full meal is the plan, pair the visit with one of San Diego's restaurant options nearby; see our full San Diego restaurants guide for ideas.
Yes. The communal taproom format suits solo visitors well , there's no awkwardness in claiming a bar seat or sharing a table. It's a low-pressure environment with no need to fill a reservation or justify your table size.
Small to mid-size casual groups work well here. The industrial taproom layout has communal seating that suits groups of four to eight without much friction. For larger parties or private events, contact the taproom directly to check availability , phone details are not confirmed in our current data.
| Venue | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Duck Foot Brewing | — | |
| Addison | $$$$ | — |
| Callie | $$ | — |
| Trust | $$$ | — |
| Sushi Tadokoro | $$$ | — |
| Soichi | $$$$ | — |
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