Top 5 Breweries and Vineyards in San Diego

There’s a cold beer calling your name…and you know a good time is coming. If you’re looking to take a little boozy adventure, here are our top suggestions for wineries and breweries near Wander Palomar Mountain.

Rincon Reservation Road Brewery

Photo by Rincon Reservation Road Brewery

• Distance from Wander Palomar Mountain: 11 miles

• Location: 777 S Resort Dr, Valley Center, CA 92082

• Hours:  3PM-11PM Thursday & Sunday; 3PM-12AM Friday; 3PM-11:30PM Saturday; 3PM-9PM Monday; Closed Tuesday & Wednesday

• Phone: (760) 651-6571

• Website: https://www.3rbrewery.com/ 

Rincon is SoCal’s first tribally-owned and operated brewery, meaning they make beer from sustainable ingredients inspired by their culture and the land of their ancestors.

There is plenty of outdoor seating and live music on certain nights of the week. Check out the full beer menu and their list of upcoming events before you go!

Tip: On Sunday mornings, Rincon hosts a morning pay-your-price yoga class. Those who attend the class pay only $5 for their first beer!

Hill Top Winery

• Distance from Wander Palomar Mountain: 15 miles

• Location: 30801 Valley Center Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082

• Hours: 11AM-7:30PM Thursday-Sunday; Closed Monday-Wednesday

• Phone: (760) 913-1013

• Website: https://hilltopwinery.com/

Hill Top Winery grows 15 different varieties of red and white grapes on 30+ acres. The wine tasting menu includes over 25 different wines and another 10 library reserves. You can view the full menu here. 

Tip: In addition to snacks, the food menu also includes steak, pasta, and burgers, making it a great place to come in the mid-afternoon through dinner.

Triple B Branches 

• Distance from Wander Palomar Mountain: 17 miles

• Location: 15030 Vesper Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082

• Hours: 1PM-5PM Friday & Saturday; 1PM-4PM Sunday

• Phone: (760) 749-1200

• Website: ​​https://www.triplebranches.com/ 

For three days a week, Triple B Branches opens its cellars and offers guests its full selection of wines, seasonal fruits, vegetables, and hand crafted gifts. Tastings are available by appointment only; reservations can be made by phone or email.

Pauma Vista Vineyard 

• Distance from Wander Palomar Mountain: 20 miles 

• Location: 29431 Cole Grade Rd, Valley Center, CA 92082

• Hours:  12PM-6PM Friday-Sunday; Closed Monday-Thursday

• Phone: (760) 644-4432

• Website: https://www.paumavistavineyard.com/ 

For over 15 years, Pauma Vista Vineyard has been showcasing wine made from the Rhone and Spanish varietals of grapes that they grow on site. Their tasting room offers 12+ wines to select from and enjoy in their indoor/outdoor spaces. 

Fun fact: upon arrival you may be greeted by the vineyard’s mascot, Maddie, a friendly Australian Shepherd!

Temecula Brewing Company 

• Distance from Wander Palomar Mountain: 28 miles

• Location: 32125 Temecula Pkwy Suite C, Temecula, CA 92592

• Hours:  1PM-8PM Wednesday-Thursday;12PM-9PM Friday-Saturday; 12PM-6PM Sunday; Closed Monday-Tuesday

• Phone: (951) 404-7055

• Website: https://temeculabrewco.com/ 

Located inside Vail Headquarters, Temecula Brewing Company features a variety of hazy IPAs on tap and small batch brews in a cozy indoor/outdoor setting adorned with string lights. This is a great place to come on a date night or with a group of friends to hang out. 

Some breweries and wineries require reservations before visiting. The good news is Wander Concierge can do it for you so you don't have to!