Dog-friendly brewery · Del Mar & Solana Beach, North County
Pizza Port Solana Beach
The original Pizza Port, on Highway 101 in Solana Beach, where siblings Gina and Vince Marsaglia bought a struggling pizza place in 1987. Vince began brewing in the back, and the first house beers went on tap in 1992, alongside the pizza that started it all.
More about Pizza Port Solana Beach
In the early days the siblings slept in the restaurant for three months because they could not afford an apartment. The Solana Beach brewpub was named Small Brewpub of the Year at the Great American Beer Festival in 2003 and 2004. From here the company grew to Carlsbad in 1997, San Clemente in 2003, Ocean Beach in 2010 and later Bressi Ranch, Imperial Beach and Belmont Park. House beers include Swami's IPA, Chronic Ale and Mongo double IPA.
Bringing your dog
According to our sources, dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.
The original Pizza Port brewpub, with a dog-friendly outside patio.
Rules change and may apply only to part of the place. Call ahead if you are not sure.
Getting there
- Address135 N Hwy 101, Solana Beach, CA
- NeighborhoodDel Mar & Solana Beach, North County
- TypeBrewery
Pizza Port Solana Beach: frequently asked questions
Is Pizza Port Solana Beach dog-friendly?
Yes, according to BringFido. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.
Can I bring my dog inside Pizza Port Solana Beach?
Our sources only mention the outdoor seating area. California law lets restaurants welcome dogs in outdoor dining areas, so at most places in San Diego dogs stay outside. Ask the staff if you want to sit inside.
What is Pizza Port Solana Beach like?
The original Pizza Port, on Highway 101 in Solana Beach, where siblings Gina and Vince Marsaglia bought a struggling pizza place in 1987. Vince began brewing in the back, and the first house beers went on tap in 1992, alongside the pizza that started it all.
Where is Pizza Port Solana Beach?
Pizza Port Solana Beach is at 135 N Hwy 101 in Solana Beach, North County.
Sources
- BringFido, undated, read Oct 2026
About the brewery:
- Pizza Port: About, undated, read Oct 2026
- San Diego Magazine: Happy Half Hour, Sep 2019
- Wikipedia: Pizza Port, undated, read Oct 2026
- San Diego Magazine, Mar 2024
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