Breakwater Brewing Co.

I have been salivating over the thought of a Brewery just a short walk from my Oceanside Pier Condo ever since the Notice of Intent was posted in the window of the Coast Highway establishment. It has been a long wait, but after much massaging of the City’s bureaucratic red tape, Breakwater has finally concocted its first batches of brew. The first pour just happened for me this weekend.

They have started on the lighter side and made a wonderful IPA and Hef and a most unusal Hybiscus blend that I have tabbed their “Breakfast beer” because of the refreshing, grapefruity taste. I am looking forward to the heavier end of the beer specrtrum, like the Porter, that are currently in the cooling stages

But the real surprise came when we ordered off the bar menu. From the modest prices ($7 -$10) my expectations were not exceptionally high. But the small pizza my friend ordered was thick with flavorful toppings. The Chicken Panini that I chose was scrumptious. The ample chicken breasts were cooked to tender, juicy perfection. Garnished by sweet red onion, a hint of basil and a tangy Chipotle mayo it was then smothered in mozzarella and pressed between generous slices of crisp toasted, tasty bread. The portions were huge and ½ of the Panini would have been plenty to satisfy most appetites…but the beautiful blend of flavors kept me poised for the next bite…and then the next, until the entire Panini was devoured.

If the Breakwater brewers continue to mate quality, affordable food with their brilliant Beer recipes I suspect you will find me there bellied up to the bar on a regular basis!