Karl Strauss Brewing Company

  • American
  • Sorrento Mesa
9675 Scranton Rd. (Mira Sorrento Pl.)San Diego, CA 92121http://www.karlstrauss.com/PAGES/Eats/SorrentoMesa.html
  • 858-587-2739

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American Rank:
30 of 55
Sorrento Mesa Rank:
5 of 5
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MENU

STARTERS
Brewery Fries Choose your style - Spicy Cajun or Garlic Parmesan. $4.95
Nacho Stack Tortilla strips with black beans, pepperjack and cheddar cheese, cilantro, fire roasted salsa, diced tomato, and chipotle sour cream.
  • Guacamole $1.00
  • Grilled chicken $3.00
 $8.95
Spinach Artichoke Dip Served warm with seasoned tortilla strips and diced roasted red peppers. $9.95
Chicken Quesadilla Black bean puree, lime, jalapeños, pasilla peppers, pepperjack and cheddar cheese, cilantro, and chipotle sour cream. $10.25
Boneless Wings Choose your style - Red Trolley BBQ, Buffalo, or Firecracker.
  • Double Stack for $18.00
 $9.95
Firecracker Sirloin Strips Tossed in a spicy soy sesame ginger glaze. $11.95
Bay Scallops Quick fried, coriander seasoned, spicy mustard and Stargazer I.P.A. citrus chili dipping sauce. $11.95
Crispy Calamari Lightly fried with chili aioli dipping sauce. $10.95
Ahi Poke Sashimi grade chopped ahi, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro tossed in spicy firecracker sauce. Served with wonton chips.
  • Diced avocado  $1.00
 $11.25
I.P.A. Steamed Mussels Stargazer I.P.A. steamed mussels with andouille sausage, garlic, roasted peppers, pasilla peppers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. $13.95
Soup Choose from Beer Cheese, Vegetarian Black Bean, or the Soup of the Day $3.95
SALADS
Mixed Greens Gorgonzola cheese, candied walnuts, tomatoes, and Windansea Wheat Hefeweizen raspberry vinaigrette.
  • Grilled chicken breast $4.95
 $6.95
Caesar Wedge Heart of romaine, croutons, parmesan, tomatoes, and caesar dressing.
  • Grilled chicken breast $4.95
 $7.25
The Wedge Heart of romaine, tomatoes, red onions, beer-brined seasoned bacon, gorgonzola cheese, and bleu cheese dressing.
  • Grilled chicken breast or sautéed black tiger shrimp $4.95
 $7.95
Honey Lager Chicken Crispy wontons, crushed peanuts, tomatoes, cilantro, sesame seeds, honey lager lime vinaigrette, and peanut dressing. $12.95
Chopped Roasted turkey, beer-brined seasoned bacon, tomatoes, cucumbers, gorgonzola cheese, croutons, and buttermilk ranch dressing. $13.50
Crunchy BBQ Chicken Napa, white, and red cabbage, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, pasilla peppers, cilantro, carrots, jicama, corn tortilla strips, grilled chicken, and Red Trolley Ale BBQ ranch dressing. $13.25
Grilled Shrimp and Goat Cheese Jumbo black tiger shrimp, salad of fresh herbs, spinach, and field greens, goat cheese, corn relish, and roasted red pepper vinaigrette. $16.95
Chicken Mango Mixed field greens, sliced mango, red onions, tomatoes, almonds, and chili citrus vinaigrette. $12.95
Seared Ahi Sashimi grade peppered ahi, mixed field greens, pickled ginger, mushrooms, tomatoes, sesame seeds, firecracker sauce, and citrus vinaigrette. $14.95
Flame Broiled Salmon Mixed field greens, red onion, tomatoes, capers, balsamic herb vinaigrette, and Stargazer I.P.A. chive mustard sauce. $16.95
BREWERY FAVORITES
Beer-Battered Fish N Chips With housemade slaw and caper remoulade. $14.95
Mac and Cheese Large elbow noodles, gorgonzola, gruyere, cheddar cheese and a crispy breadcrumb topping. With mixed greens.
  • Grilled chicken $3.00
 $12.95
Cajun Chicken Pasta Grilled chicken, beer-brined seasoned bacon, mushrooms, pasilla and roasted red peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, and spicy cajun cream sauce. $14.95
Lemon Hef Chicken Grilled chicken breast in a sauce of Windansea Wheat Hefeweizen, fresh lemon, garlic, artichoke hearts and capers. With garlic mashed red potatoes and steamed broccoli. $15.25
Herb Chicken and Mushroom Risotto Herb marinated chicken breast, Karl Strauss Amber Lager mushroom risotto, sun dried tomatoes, parmesan, and steamed broccoli. $16.95
Grilled Fish Tacos Spice-rubbed tilapia, pineapple cabbage relish, fire-roasted salsa, pickled red onion, cotija cheese, cilantro, chipotle sour cream, black beans, and long grain rice. $14.95
Blackened Salmon Sautéed green beans, long grain rice, and mango salsa. $17.95
Ginger Crusted Salmon Sautéed spinach, avocado, steamed broccoli, and firecracker sauce. $17.95
Drunken Shrimp Sautéed with Woodie Gold pilsener, garlic, spices, cream, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. With garlic mashed red potatoes and sautéed spinach. $18.25
Ahi Tuna Peppered seared rare, steamed broccoli, sesame long grain rice, wasabi, pickled ginger, and firecracker sauce. $18.95
Wednesday Meatloaf This is your lucky day, if it’s Wednesday. With garlic mashed red potatoes, steamed broccoli, and ale mushroom sauce. $12.95
STEAKS AND CHOPS
Beer-Brined Pork Chops Two grilled 8 oz. bone-in chops brined in Red Trolley Ale. With garlic mashed red potatoes, sautéed green beans, broccoli, firecracker sauce, and spicy mustard sauce. $17.95
Top Sirloin Prime 10 oz. with garlic mashed red potatoes, sautéed green beans, and ale mushroom sauce. $21.95
New York Strip Choice 14 oz. center cut with garlic mashed red potatoes, sautéed green beans, and grilled onions. $26.95
Filet Mignon Choice 8 oz. center cut with garlic mashed red potatoes, sautéed green beans, and balsamic glaze. $28.95
BBQ Ribs Tender St. Louis-style pork ribs slow-cooked in Red Trolley Ale BBQ sauce. With housemade slaw and fries.Half rack $17.95Full rack add $7.00
WOOD-OVEN PIZZAS
Pizzas available only at our La Jolla and Costa Mesa locations.
Cheese Margarita Fresh roma tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, and fresh basil.
  • Grilled chicken or shrimp  $3.00
 $12.25
Beer-fredo Karl Strauss Amber Lager Alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, mushrooms, mozzarella, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil. $13.25
Barbecued Chicken With smoked mozzarella cheese, red onion, cilantro, and Red Trolley Ale BBQ sauce. $13.25
The New Yorker Pepperoni, Italian sausage, diced red onion, mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, and fresh basil. $13.25
BURGERS AND SANDWICHES
“No-Frills” Cheeseburger Half-pound lean patty, white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, and fries. $8.95
Big Beer Burger Basted with Karl Strauss Amber Lager, topped with Red Trolley Ale onions, I.P.A. mushrooms, Woodie Gold brined seasoned bacon, gruyere, tomato, lettuce, and fries. Served with I.P.A. steak sauce. $11.95
BBQ Cheeseburger Red Trolley BBQ sauce, white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, crispy onions, and fries. $10.50
En Fuego Jalapeño Burger Roasted jalapeño peppers, pepperjack cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato, chili aioli, and fries. $10.50
Turkey Bleus Burger Half-pound seasoned lean patty, gorgonzola cheese, pesto mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, and housemade slaw. $10.25
Buffalo Turkey Burger Half-pound seasoned lean patty topped with our buffalo sauce, pesto mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, gorgonzola cheese, and housemade slaw. $10.50
Veggie Burger Patty of whole grains and vegetables, white cheddar, I.P.A. mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, onion, on a whole wheat bun, and fries. $9.95
Portobello Mushroom Sandwich Grilled and basted with Karl Strauss Amber Lager marinade, served with roasted red peppers, grilled onions, pepperjack cheese, tomatoes, chili aioli, and housemade potato chips. $10.50
Mesquite Chicken Sandwich Mesquite grilled chicken breast topped with fresh apple slaw, white cheddar, avocado, chili mayo, lettuce, and housemade potato chips. $10.95
Brewpub Club Oven roasted turkey, beer-brined seasoned bacon, tomato, lettuce, avocado, and pesto mayo on dark bread with housemade potato chips. $10.95
BBQ Pork Sandwich Slow roasted in Red Trolley Ale BBQ sauce, sautéed red onions, crispy onions, and housemade slaw. $9.95
Sesame Ahi Steak Sandwich Seared rare, on top of crunchy edamame slaw in a peanut soy ginger dressing, and ale mayo. With housemade potato chips. $12.95
Hot Pastrami Sandwich Thinly sliced pastrami, beer-braised onions, hot mustard, toasted French roll, and fries. $12.95
Grilled Fish Sandwich Tilapia, cucumber and zucchini relish, arugula, tomato, grilled onion, pesto mayo, toasted French roll, and fries. $12.95
MENU DISCLAIMER
Menu items and prices are subject to change.