Union Kitchen and Tap was opened in 2012 in San Diego's lively Encinitas neighborhood, helmed by executive chef Michael Welch. Today, the restaurant offers several outposts throughout the San Diego region, known for its neighborhood vibe and excellent craft brew selection. Inventive American gastropub fare is served up throughout the week at its three dining spaces, which are furnished with reclaimed wood accents and comfortable seating. Fresh, local ingredients take center stage in signature fare like the restaurant's Union Gumbo, prepared with Andouille sausage, butter-poached crawfish, and roasted chicken, or its Union Burger, topped with cherrywood-smoked bacon and aged white cheddar. Extensive vegan selections are also offered, ranging from jackfruit and mushroom enchiladas to chipotle sweet potato bowls with cashew cotija-style cheese. Drink menus emphasize local San Diego beers, artisanal wines, and distinguished housemade cocktails.
Union Kitchen and Tap, 1108 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, Phone: 760-230-2337