Pete S.
11/15/2025
I grew to love this brewery and have made this place in my top 3 must breweries to visit in OC. No, you won't find the frat bros here from Golden Road nor will you find hopheads from Monkish....
Docent Brewing
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3060 State St
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Docent Brewing in Carlsbad, CA, is a brewery and public house offering a selection of craft beers brewed on-site. From refreshing ales like Canteen designed for easy drinking to award-winning brews like Double Nickels with notes of grapefruit and pine, Docent Brewing caters to a variety of beer preferences.
For those seeking bolder flavors, The Rube, a red rye ale, provides a balance of sweet caramel and spicy rye with a hint of candied grapefruit bitterness. Meanwhile, Super Tonic offers a more robust experience with rich coffee flavors and a smooth mouthfeel, perfect for those craving a stronger brew.
Guests can also enjoy a menu of eats featuring unique dishes like the Korean Rueben and house-made fermented veggies. Additionally, Docent Brewing offers the option to take their beers to-go in 1 Qt. Crowler cans, ensuring patrons can enjoy their favorite brews wherever their adventures take them.
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4.573 reviews
Bonnie G.
12/6/2025
I've been here twice with my fiancé. I don't remember drinking but I do remember the environment. The first time, Docent Brewing was super chill. It was a hidden gem when we arrived. We had our...
Kris G.
11/16/2025
Docent Brewing is a fun small spot just a bit off the main popular area in Carlsbad Village about a half block south from Carlsbad village Drive. It is in a renovated old house. They kept the...
Amber M.
11/2/2025
My sister brought us here to enjoy a drink and a small meal. I got the Guava cider and my sister got the watermelon kombucha. The other ladies got drinks as well. For food we tried the devil...
Jason L.
5/11/2025
Having previously visited the San Clemente location, yours truly was keen to see if the same level of quality leaked its way south. It did Clean, spacious and open, Docent is a nice addition to a...
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