On a sunny summer afternoon or steamy summer evening in San Diego, nothing is more refreshing that an ice-cold beer. From Windansea Wheat Hefeweizen to Sharkbite Red Ale, there's always a new San Diego beer to quench your thirst. Check out the top restaurants and breweries in San Diego to grab a local pint this summer.

Karl Strauss Brewing Company
The Mira Mesa location of Karl Strauss Brewing Company features a surprisingly posh beer garden with koi ponds and tropical vegetation. Enjoy an Endless Summer Light or the Windansea Wheat Hefeweizen. Mira Mesa.

Gordon Biersch Brewery
Gordon Biersch welcomes their classic summer Hefeweizen on tap July 1st along with a seasonal summer food menu. Mission Valley.

The Yard House
Can't decide on your favorite summer brew? Have one of each at Yard House--home to the world's largest selection of draft beer. Downtown.

Pizza Port
Pizza Port keeps it local with Grandview Golden Ale, Swamis IPA, and the signature Sharkbite Red Ale. Enjoy on the patio with Beer Buddies (bite-sized bits of spicy pizza crust) and good friends for the best results. Solana Beach.

La Jolla Brewhouse
The Brewhouse guarantees upbeat atmosphere with your beer. Choose from the summer classic Blonde Ale and the ever-refreshing India Pale Ale. La Jolla.