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Tap room and restaurant est. 2018 by Modern Times Beer. Selection of food includes kimchi elote, beyond burger, griddle times corn pancake, sausage and soy egg breakfast sandwich. Food is all vegan. Open Mon 12:00pm-9:00pm, Wed-Thu 12:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-10:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-9:00pm.


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35 Reviews

First Review by Emily Horne

Earthosaur

Points +116

Vegan
04 Mar 2024

One of the best

Love it here. Visited for the second time and both times the food and atmosphere are awesome. This is some of the best junk food meals and drinks out there. Really nice to hang out, have some great food and drinks, and enjoy the scene

Pros: Taste, Options, Atmosphere

Marie-MicheleDore

Points +665

Vegan
08 Feb 2024

Great place to bring Omnivores

Loved it! We didn’t get drinks, even though it’s a brewery, and the food did not disappoint. I had 3 omni friends with me and they all loved it! Loved the burrito, but next time I’ll get the Crunchwrap.

1995_Vegan

Points +433

Vegan
22 Jan 2024

Amazing gastropub fare

I don't drink, so this review is of the food at Modern Times Far West Lounge, which is perfect Southern California gastro pub food. Each menu item has a little something extra that makes the dish feel special, staff are always friendly, and the windows to the street are often open and give an airy feel to the restaurant. It's great for a relaxed midday meal or hanging out in the evening.

Pros: Great food, Relaxed vibe, Almost outdoor-like

Cons: More non-alcoholic drinks would be appreciated

GSP60

Points +45

Vegan
31 Dec 2023

Wash it down with beer

I had the gnocchi and my husband had the burrito. All a bit on the salty side for our taste. However the beer was great. This German approved. Service is great.

Pros: Beer, Food

Cons: To salty for me.

drjohnsaddress

Points +290

Vegan
14 Sep 2023

A good vegan restaurant conveniently located in Encicnitas

Modern Times was conveniently located 2 blocks from Moonlight Beach in Encinitas, CA. Linda and I had traveled there from our home in Wildomar to walk on this beautifull natually scuptured beach in this cute coastal town of Encinitas. The beach is litered by colorful sea polished stones worth viewing. We were tired and hungry when we completed our rock- hunting expedition, and Modern Times caught my eye on Happy Cow, The menue is extensive and completely Vegan. We selected the Munchwrap [pictured] with "Chicken" and the Somen Noodle Salad". They were very good. Linda had a brew as well. My only mild observation is that just like many vegan restaurants their bread and wraps are made from refined white flower, and they use oil a little liberally for my tastes. Again this is not unusual to find in restaurant food. We would come again. Dr John

Pros: Extensive vegn offerings., Wine and Brew bar., Conveniently close to Moonlight Beach

Cons: Would like to see whole grain bread and tortillas., Parking is sometimes challenging on the Hwy 1

LorraineGadsden

Points +6791

Vegan
07 Aug 2023

Veg Bar Food

The menu had a decent variety of options which I appreciated. We ordered the kale salad (I modified it to remove the croutons) and the Cali burrito. The food was good and along the lines of what I would expect at a bar. The drinks were good as well. It’s in a nice area and was a fun stop on a warm summer day. 

JulieDAmico

Points +24

Vegan
20 Jul 2023

Inspired

So glad that there are vegan options. Had a great meal and loved everything about this experience!

SeanBerger

Points +932

Vegan
31 May 2023

Would go back

Although I found the food a bit too oily and thrown together, it’s also a good bar food option! I would definitely go back and try a few different menu items

Pros: Great for bar food, Good atmosphere

Cons: Food was oily, The meal tasted just ok

AlikG

Points +67

Vegan
30 Aug 2022

An absolute must go. WOW

Hands down the best vegan burger I have ever had. And when you combine that with the elote fritters- which I will dream about until I can have them again- and you have pure magic. My only gripe (and honestly that burger would make me forgive almost anything) is there are zero choices if you are not a drinker. However, I would ignore that - and even if you are tee total (we are) get yourself to Encinitas immediately and systematically order everything on the menu. You can thank me later.

Pros: All vegan, Incredible burgers

Cons: No non-alcoholic options

nelson721

Points +90

Vegan
25 Aug 2022

A Must Try

Went for dinner and had the burrito, fries and cesar salad. All were excellent! Also trued some of the beers, which were very good. A must go to place for anyone in the San Diego area. Food was great, staff was great, beer was great. Cannot say enough good things about this place.

mallow

Points +374

Vegan
19 Jun 2022

So good!

The menu isn’t long but for a bar it’s got a lot of great options to pick from! The food was so good and filling, very rich. Perfect for munchies. Reasonably priced as well in comparison to many other places

Pros: All vegan!, Well priced for what you get foodwise , Nice staff

LeahDardis

Points +402

Vegan
18 Jun 2022

Wow! So unexpected.

I knew they had options, but omg. It is totally vegan!! Besides how yummy the beer is, those Brussel sprouts are A-maze-balls. Even friends who aren’t plant based enjoyed the yummy.

KylaVGarcia

Points +227

Vegan
06 Jun 2022

Best vegan spot in Encinitas

CRUNCH WRAP IS A MUST.

You order at the bar and pay there— then magical vegan food appears in less than 10 minutes. It’s delicious, homemade, and overall we had the best experience before driving back to LA.

Also, the guava vanilla hard seltzer was yum.

Pros: Amazing menu, Bomb food, Speedy service

paul_g

Points +119

Vegan
01 Jun 2022

Nice folks

Menu isn’t crazy long, but everything on it is good. Staff is super accommodating.

KellyHudson

Points +515

Vegan
19 May 2022

All Vegan & Coffee & Beer

Love the munch wrap and the mushroom dip. It was the first time I’ve ever had a dip and it was fun to eat & delicious umami flavor. Filling afterward. They have yummy vegan ranch for the French fries and the beers are delicious. Close to the beach & downtown Encinitas.

Pros: Lots of unique vegan dishes , Great coffee & beer , Fun atmosphere

SteveHorney

Points +143

Vegetarian
07 May 2022

Burrito is bomb

I have found it hard to find a legit vegan burrito in san diego and I'm so glad I found this .. crazy good .. Eric is a great bar tender as well

Pros: Burrito, Burrito, Eric is cool too

Kirsses

Points +722

Vegan
29 Jan 2022

Great Vibe, Location, and Food

Get the apple crisp cheesecake! Best dessert I’ve had in a long time.

The decor and setting in the restaurant in immaculate. Very laid back, casual eatery with a knockout menu. We tried the asada fries and a some type of beet patty sandwich (don’t think it’s available anymore). Both were great, and my non-veg uncle enjoyed it too!

Updated from previous review on 2022-01-27

Pros: location, simple menu , dog friendly

Cons: parking can be difficult

keokani

Points +2384

Vegan
03 Oct 2021

Legendary brews and entirely plant-based menu

I enjoyed The Classic Munchwrap with my flight of four beers. For my next visit, I look forward to The Spicy Munchwrap and the Ultra Cupcake. The fully plant-based menu and lively atmosphere in this taproom is unbeatable! The lineup of draft beers is a showcase of the beers brewed at their other locations in California and Oregon.

Pros: 100% plant-based menu, lively atmosphere, great beers

DanielleHoworth

Points +8

Non Veg
06 Aug 2021

Delish

Really good beer, the food was fantastic! Dog friendly, lovely staff. Will be back for sure.

cwl666

Points +1419

Vegan
02 Jun 2021

Great beer and junky vegan

Well.. really really great for what it is :)

dreadjohn

Points +841

Vegan
13 May 2021

Great environment.

This is a fun place. And fun goes a long way. All vegan menu. Loved it here.

Pros: All vegan

Cons: Stupid Google map wasn't so dialed in.

VirgSt

Points +36

Vegan
24 Oct 2020

Cheese fries and donuts ❤️

Everything here is delicious. My favorite vegan place!

Pros: All vegan , Great beer, Friendly staff

MalorayBsn

Points +284

Vegan
10 Oct 2020

Plant based menu and great beers

We ordered munch wrap, fries, and a cake donut and everything was superb!

Pros: All plant based , Plenty of beer options , Great prices

Cons: Small menu

ccporcu

Points +230

Vegan
11 Feb 2020

Tasty Food & Excellent Beer

We had 4 items off of the food menu. All of them were incredibly tasty.

Pros: All Vegan, Terrific Staff, Retro 70’s Decor

Coconutsux

Points +133

Vegan
26 Jan 2020

Delicious food and beer

Love it! They don’t advertise is vegan, so people would go in, order food, splurge on it and then only find out is vegan later on by reading the fine print in the menu 🤣💚 it’s great, so the discrimination against vegan food stays out the door. Beer is delicious and very creative beer descriptions.

Pros: Delicious food, Delicious beers, Dogs allowed

Cons: Too many kids, Crowded on weekends

VeganNinjas

Points +427

Vegan
15 Dec 2019

Vegan Good and Beer

So many quality vegan options. Excellent beer. Cool atmosphere. Definitely recommended! 🥑🥑

KitWinnRose

Points +47

Vegan
18 Oct 2019

Far Best Lounge?

Great vegan beer and food! Staff is friendly and attentive. Casual table seating, plus a bar and a set of tiered benches.




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