Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 974 reviews

What Cindy W doesn't like about Ale Arsenal:
My husband and I used to be regulars here because of their great beer selection and reasonable prices, but we've had multiple negative experiences with one of the workers there, Stephen. We've always tipped well, but he's made negative comments about us whenever we order, and has always been rude when we've been friendly. Not sure why he needs to roll his eyes at us after every order we make. We gave this place/him m... View all feedback. What Vinay S likes about Ale Arsenal:
Quiet beer joint that has amazing rotating selections and more importantly “half pours”. They always have a good mix of IPAs to lagers to stouts! If you are confused, just ask the staff, they have a wealth of knowledge and always ready to help you choose! They also get a batch of Pliny the younger every season! View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Mariela
15.04.2023 - 06:07

All other beers strive to be as good as Ale Arsenal and while many are almost as good, they'll never be #1 like this one!

Reginald
15.04.2023 - 06:07

Very few places where you go in after a heavy week and come out with a grin. It's like Cheers in reality: everyone knows your name, but it's not a TV show. A fi...

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Justina
15.04.2023 - 06:07

Best selection of beer on tap and always great recommendations. Staff is top notch, always for more

Yvette
15.04.2023 - 06:07

Really top shelf selection of rotating taps. The folks here are friendly and know their beer, so give great recommendations. Surrounded by restaurants as well,...

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Conrad
15.04.2023 - 06:07

This place is pretty solid in terms of the beer tap list, always interesting and always evolving. I like that. It is a bit more divey than I prefer but oh well....

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Top-rated
4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
S
07.11.2023 - 19:00

I have lived here for 10 years and always thought this was some dirty little bar judging from the outside. My bad for judging a book by it’s cover! Place is sup...

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Suvrajit
07.11.2023 - 19:00

Neighborhood pub with an eclectic collection of ales and lambics. Very relaxed vibe and friendly staff. We had a nice time there catching up with friends over...

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Simon
07.11.2023 - 19:00

An institution. A touch of real panache for San Carlos. Patronised by true believers and rightly so. Would be nice to have a few more pilsners on the list but h...

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Teriot
07.11.2023 - 19:00

Clean, organized, friendly staff, great variety of multicultural products, quick check out service, plenty of carts and parking spaces

Vikas
07.11.2023 - 19:00

Love this place.,..great beer selection...good local joint, never too crowded

Google
4.8 ★ from 8 reviews
Adan
18.11.2023 - 23:03

I visited on a Wednesday night, and it was a lovely experience.

M
18.11.2023 - 23:03

The beer selection is excellent as usual. Price per person: $10–20. Food: 1 star. Service: 5 stars. Atmosphere: 5 stars.

Vinay
18.11.2023 - 23:03

This cozy beer spot offers an incredible rotating selection and, even better, “half pours.” They feature a great variety of IPAs, lagers, and stouts! If you're...

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Paul
18.11.2023 - 23:03

Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Alex
18.11.2023 - 23:03

Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Yelp
4.5 ★ from 227 reviews
Ranjan
18.11.2023 - 23:03

I really love Ale Arsenal. A community mainstay since a decade. Great beer, always lovely to explore new beers. Really knowledgeable beer sommeliers, they will...

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Cindy
18.11.2023 - 23:03

My husband and I used to be regulars here because of their great beer selection and reasonable prices, but we've had multiple negative experiences with one of t...

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Ranjan
19.11.2023 - 09:25

I absolutely love Ale Arsenal! It has been a community favorite for the past ten years. The beer selection is fantastic, and I always enjoy discovering new brew...

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Kao
19.11.2023 - 09:25

This has become my new favorite bar since I discovered they serve Alvarado Street Brewery beers. I've always heard great things about it but never took the chan...

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Joyce
19.11.2023 - 09:25

This place has a laid-back, casual vibe that's perfect for unwinding. It's free from rowdy customers, creating a pleasant and happy atmosphere. They offer a goo...

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Restaurantguru
4.6 ★ from 614 reviews
Restaurantji
4.6 ★ from 105 reviews

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