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list, which offers nearly two dozen locally brewed beers. To eat: artisanal pizzas, truffle gnocchi and braised rabbit ragu over fettuccine. 2305 India St., Little Italy, 619.255.8000 Map P15

SAINT ARCHER BREWING COMPANY The brewer’s quaint tasting room in Leucadia offers flights and 30 beers on tap. Be sure to taste-test the Coco stout, Citra Session IPA and Mexican lager. 978 N. Coast Hwy. 101, Leucadia, 760.707.6817 Map V22

SECOND CHANCE BEER LOUNGE Outpost by local brewer Second Chance Beer Co. is a dog-friendly, urban warehouse-style space, offering brand staples, seasonal pours and lounge-exclusive beers. Try the Belgianstyle Glorious golden ale. 4045 30th St., North Park, 619.487.1470 Map J12

STONE BREWING WORLD BISTRO & GARDENS Hip gastropub and brewery features a huge outdoor patio with water features and plenty of the worldfamous company’s beers. Try the Ruined Again Triple IPA. 2815 Historic Decatur Road, Liberty Station, 619.269.2100 Map J9

THORN ST. BREWERY Menu hits include The Menace, a stiff Imperial IPA at 9.7-percent ABV; and the lighter Chilecabra pale ale. A homey tasting room up front opens into a back patio with retractable roof overlooking the brewing area. 3176 Thorn St., North Park, 619.230.5445 Map J12

WORKING CLASS Find local and regional beers and diner-style comfort food at this indoor/outdoor outpost. Draft list is cleverly sectioned into “Easier Drinking,” “Hops, Hops Hops,” “Malts,” “Fruity or Sour” and “Coming Soon.” 4095 30th St., North Park, 619.642.0114 Map J12

OUTDOOR COCKTAIL LOUNGES

FLOAT Enjoy some rock ‘n’ roll glamour at the Hard Rock Hotel’s pool-outfitted rooftop—featuring cocktails, bottle service and poolside cabanas. Hard Rock Hotel, 207 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp, 619.702.3000 Map Q16

GARIBALDI The alfresco speakeasy and eatery at the InterContinental Hotel San Diego boasts panoramic bay views—perfect for catching the sunset with a cocktail in hand. We suggest the Italian Amphora Aged Negroni with Bulldog gin. (And return for weekend brunch, which spotlights Italian and coastal Baja flavors.) 901 Bayfront Court, Suite 1, downtown, 619.436.1081 Map Q15

HARBOR & SKY Take in waterfront views while sipping craft libations and bites by chef Mark Fong at this all-outdoor oasis nestled on the fifth floor of the Residence Inn & Springhill Suites  900 Bayfront Court, downtown, 619.831.0224, harborandskysandiego.com Map Q15

MAVERICKS BEACH CLUB Lively watering hole with a beachy vibe features an expansive patio, three bars, outdoor games and light bites.  860 Garnet Ave., Pacific Beach, 858.999.0348, maverickssd.com Map H8

POLITE PROVISIONS Find tonics, elixirs and cures in the form of craft libations at this sleek, apothecarystyle bar—reopened with an expanded patio and newly installed partitions to divide seating. We suggest the classic mai tai.  4696 30th St., North Park, 619.269.4701, politeprovisions.com Map J12

THE POOL HOUSE Pendry San Diego hotel’s glamorous rooftop pool deck offers happy hour Monday through Thursday, 2-5 p.m. Guests can also reserve a private cabana and order bottle service.  435 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter, 619.738.7200, poolhousesd.com Map Q16

THE ROOFTOP BY STK The massive rooftop bar at the Andaz Hotel is open at limited capacity, perfect for a sunset cocktail with a side of panoramic downtown views.  600 F St., Gaslamp, 619.814.2055 Map Q16