According to San Diego County Department of Environmental Health and Quality records, Churchill’s Pub & Grille in San Marcos was ordered to close on Friday, February 7 following a routine inspection that cited several infractions. These included violations related to food safety certification, holding temperatures, hot and cold water, plumbing, warewashing facilities, a vermin presence listed as "major", and vermin-proofing.Ìý
The restaurant was reinspected on Tuesday, February 11 and required to remain closed due to continued violations like hot and cold water issues, "major" vermin, equipment and utensil storage, vermin proofing, cleaning items, and more.ÌýThe establishment has not announced when or if it will reopen.
Churchill’s Pub & Grille had been a staple of the local beer scene since Ivan Derezin first opened in the early 2000s. The British-style tavern and craft beer bar is known for its extensive craft beer selection, annual Churchill’s Renaissance event, and classic British pub fare. It played a key role in San Diego’s craft beer community, regularly featuring local breweries and rare specialty releases.
Churchill’s Pub & Grille is located at 887 West San Marcos Boulevard in San Diego's North County city of San Marcos. For more information, visitÌý.
Churchill’s Pub & Grille is located at 887 West San Marcos Boulevard in San Diego's North County city of San Marcos. For more information, visitÌý.
Originally published on February 12, 2025.Ìý
