The Champion — Restaurant in Murrieta

Lasts top on a lengthy Brewery tour I came here on a Saturday looking for non local beers. I wanted something different as all the local breweries only carry their stuff or collabo's with Stone or Karl Strauss, also local breweries.

Shared strip mall parking and an otherwise lackluster sign they are small. Mostly open space with a few tall tables and a few shared picnic style tables outside and some couches.

It sits perpendicular to the setting sun so you get a very blinding contrast from inside to out, no windows. A tall long bar with a shorter handicapped landing area. Dark interior with natural woods. Chalk board menu 20+ deep with varieties well beyond Socal and styles from traditional to modern experimentals. Full info like ABV, IBU and brewery are welcoming. Proper glassware is used for each style with taster flights available along with half pours.

Lots of bottles in fridges along the side wall are even more varied.

Food menu is small and bar bites-esque. You won't find tapas or small bites, just chips &Salsa, soft pretzel and a bistro box which I imagine is more of a fruits and crackers, cheese sort of bistro box from Starbucks The pretzel is on the small side, but well made with proper crust. Not enough salt and not bold enough on the mustard, the beer cheese dipping sauce is barely enough and I was hoping for a more bold cheese flavor. Worth it when food trucks aren't here. Food is a hair on the hefty side for my wallet.

Ipad POS with e-mail option.

Service is good, thought it wasn't busy when I came in so talking about beers wasn't rushed.

There is this strange concept of paying beer forward to where you can buy beer for people to come in and try, though I'm uncertain how they are notified or if there is an electronic part I'm missing or an expiration part. It's like a wall of fame for gift cards. Prices are competitive considering it's a bottle room and not a brewery.

I don't really plan on coming back here just for this, but thought and think it's a great place to end a brewery tour with a place that has non local beer. Even the locals can get sick of the local water from time to time and...

As opposed to jerrilyns experience Amanda has been absolutely amazing. I was sitting here when Jerry walked in with her puppy buddy who is also amazing and proceeded to ask several questions about the American IPA. When Amanda went to help her she offered a couple of free samples but informed Jerry that she couldn't do free samples for all of them as they were not a brewery. Jerry seemed to be upset about the fact that we weren't a brewery and couldn't just accommodate her and decided upon two drinks for herself and I assumed was her mother. They then were asked and accommodated to instead of sitting outside to go to the back room which they did not do and they hit the hi occupancy sitting in the establishment to sit for an hour with two drinks and write bad reviews. Shame on you Jerry shame on your mother and please take care...

Great Spot for Drinks and Fun! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Champion in Murrieta is a fantastic spot for a relaxed afternoon or evening out. The atmosphere is laid-back, and the vibe is perfect for grabbing drinks with friends or catching up after a long day. They offer a great selection of beer and wine, with plenty of options to choose from.

One of the best parts is the free shuffleboard! It's a fun activity to enjoy with friends, making it stand out from other bars in the area. The staff is friendly and attentive, making sure you’re well taken care of.

Overall, The Champion is a top choice if you're in the area and looking for a fun, chill spot with good drinks and a...