October is National Pretzel Month
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| The Smoking Gun Pretzel Sticks (courtesy photo) |
Start your morning right at barleymash in the Gaslamp Quarter, where beer, bourbon, and bold flavors fuel the day. Their Pretzel Benedict takes brunch to the next level with your choice of red chili–braised short rib, ale-braised pork shoulder, or applewood-smoked bacon, topped with perfectly poached eggs, bourbon brown-butter hollandaise, and roasted poblano hash. It’s a hearty, flavor-packed dish that turns breakfast into a true celebration.
Just down the block, The Smoking Gun serves up inventive pub-style eats with a playful twist. Their Pretzel Sticks are baked to golden perfection, brushed with butter, and paired with roasted poblano beer cheese, honey mustard, and a sprinkle of smoked pretzel salt. After you’ve satisfied your cravings, stick around for arcade games, foosball, and retro bar vibes that make this lively spot a true neighborhood favorite.
If there’s one duo that never disappoints, it’s pretzels and beer - and The Original 40 Brewing Company in North Park does it best. Their Giant Bavarian Pretzel is baked fresh, sprinkled with sea salt, and served with housemade beer cheese and spicy brown mustard. Pair it with one of their signature craft brews, especially during happy hour Monday - Friday from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., when select beers on draft are only $5.00.
Who says pretzels can’t be plant-based? Sandbar Sportsbar & Grill in Mission Beach is serving up fresh-baked vegetarian Pretzel Bites with celery, carrots, soyrizo queso, and honey mustard—proving that pretzels are truly for everyone. Pair them with an unbeatable ocean view and a relaxed beachside vibe, and you’ve got a coastal snack that’s as satisfying as it is scenic.
At The Duck Dive in Pacific Beach, the pretzel love continues — this time in sandwich form. Their Spicy Crispy Chicken Sando is served on a warm pretzel bun and loaded with a whole chicken breast, chipotle ranch, pepper jack cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and red onion. Grab a side of fries, a pickle spear, and a cold local brew, and you’re set for the perfect beachside bite.
End your pretzel tour at Mavericks Beach Club, one of San Diego’s go-to waterfront hangouts. This lively Pacific Beach destination captures the essence of California living with great food, entertainment, and ocean breezes. Their Pretzel Sticks - three warm, buttered pretzels served with honey mustard and queso sauce - make the ideal shareable snack for a day in the sun.
So whether you like them soft, salty, cheesy, or sandwich-style, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate National Pretzel Month across San Diego. Grab a pint, a pretzel, and toast to everyone’s favorite twisted treat!
