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Knotty Barrel

Gastropub and Pub$$$$

East Village, San Diego

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Knotty Barrel

7.9^/10

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Ranked #10 for gastropubs in San Diego
"potato chip nachos are delightful and the hurricane deck..."(4 Tips)
"This place has a good selection of beers and a dog friendly patio"(6 Tips)
"Bison burger is good but skip the blue cheese."(3 Tips)
"Thursday trivia night"(3 Tips)

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ThrillistOctober 12, 2011
KBG's a community-tabled, flatscreen-filled beer haven pouring 16 taps like Mad River's Jamaican Ale and Avery Elie's Brown, plus inventive pub fare like the Dry Aged Duroc Pork Porterhouse. Read more
Ryan MarshSeptember 22, 2011
Been here 5+ times
So I checked in and got a free sampler of 4 beers; All were great, then used a groupon and got the pan seared scallops. My cost $15... Are you kidding, I did of course tip accordingly. Simply amazing
Anna JensenJuly 8, 2011
Fairly new on the block and way better than the more established "Neighborhood." The chips were carmelized onion dip were amazing! Bartenders were great, friendly to us "beer tourists" and you can b
Matt FerrariOctober 5, 2015
Giants bar! Watched football game amongst other fans. Food is good, beer selection is large. Only downside is they only serve breakfast until 11
Jessica VFebruary 20, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The steak sandwich is amazing. I'd recommend substituting the truffle fries for the regular fries. The Ahi tacos are the only thing I've tried here that I didn't like.
Knotty BarrelMay 7, 2014
The menu attached to the above link is way out of date and we cannot fix it. Please go to our website for up to date menu and beers. www.knottybarrel.com
Megan LeonardSeptember 1, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Great specials every night night of the week including Thursday trivia night and half off bottles of wine! This place is amazing!
Lisa SJanuary 18, 2019
Clare is the bomb. I will continue to come here as long as she works here.
Ailie ChangMarch 20, 2017
Potato Chip Nachos and 3 Way Fries were on point! Great to share.
Matthew TaubApril 8, 2017
Solid brewery with a small tasting room. Nice little street patio to take in a flight.
TheDLAugust 1, 2017
This space is really great with the expansion both next door and open air patio in back
Troy WalkerJune 5, 2012
Been here 100+ times
They are one of the first bars in San Diego to carry 619 Vodka. Be sure to try some if you're drinking cocktails!
Christopher BeaucheminJune 3, 2011
The BLT-A sandwich is pretty awesome! As is the fried Twinkie. Highly recommend both. Ask for Keiliki to be your server. She was great.
Talal AJuly 29, 2013
Down to earth bar in DT San Diego! I had the Moscow mule and was amazing.
Jason CrandellAugust 13, 2015
The atmosphere & awesome menue. Oh.. An the beer selection of course!
Ashley Batrouny TasseAugust 26, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Great local watering hole! Good food and drinks!!
Serious EatsJuly 15, 2013
Knotty Barrel makes honest, straightforward burgers that are just plain good.
Sarah McQnMarch 24, 2013
potato chip nachos are delightful and the hurricane deck double ipa is delicious
Theresa PerryMarch 24, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Don't order the turkey sandwich. Everything else so far has been awesome tho! Bison burger?! YUMM!
Cameron TaylorJanuary 31, 2014
Been here 5+ times
For all my beer friends. This place has a good selection of beers and a dog friendly patio
Christine C.July 24, 2014
Lots of craft beers on tap. $8 for sample of four. Dog friendly.
Jeff MooreFebruary 15, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Come to live prize trivia every Thursday at 8 but if you want to get a table come early
Katherine HamiltonAugust 3, 2018
The food is a little expensive. I had the chicken strips and they were good but a little expensive for my liking. It was trivia night and the service wasn’t very good.
NicoleOctober 18, 2013
Beer is good. Bartender could use a smile n be in a better mood. If u don't like ur job, quit.
Conrad & Jenn R.August 19, 2014
Feeling crafty yet undecided? Get an $8 flight of fine beers.
Chris AndersonJune 23, 2013
This place is awesome! Lots of beer and a nice scotch collection.
Theresa PerryMay 24, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Happy hour is awesome. Try the pork sliders. Yumms!
Gem BMarch 7, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Choose Your Own Beer-venture! ($9 custom beer flights)
Gary OrrJanuary 15, 2014
Great beer selection and friendly staff. What's not to love.
Benito VergaraDecember 22, 2019
Amazing place also the burwich of the week is a great discovery
Nadine PasterczykSeptember 16, 2016
Huge place and you can play cornhole.
Marisa MoranDecember 28, 2014
Service is ok but food and beer selection is great
Dylan ShepardApril 15, 2018
Secret back bar next to giant jenga. Ok, not so secret but still tucked away.
Chris DaleyJune 8, 2011
Bison burger is simply outstanding. Have it with the deschutes porter.
Dust AgentAugust 17, 2011
Get an order of fried pickles with your beer. It'll hit the spot.
Theresa PerrySeptember 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Mac n cheese - with BACON!
Volox UnleashedJuly 12, 2015
Sweet potato waffle fries are tasty.
Nicole CunniffMarch 24, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Pint night for the win. That Cooperatown beer. Gnomeagong
Theresa PerrySeptember 15, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Potato chip nachos??!! Omg so good
619 VodkaNovember 6, 2012
This place is the best! Be sure to try the 619 Mule!
Chris JonesMay 20, 2011
This replaced Wolffys. Will be hard to live up to, but worth a shot.
Michael NowakowskiAugust 2, 2011
Excellent service and food! Highly recommend the fish tacos.
Monica BaliMay 1, 2012
Fried pickles.... You will not be sorry!
Theresa PerryMay 24, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Potato chip nachos are BOMB
Amanda WildesJuly 13, 2014
Feta Chicken Sandwich. Perfect.
PainPoint.comMay 24, 2011
Recommend the sampler if you can't make a decision.
Jennifer ClementeOctober 14, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Great place to watch the Giants! Free shots with every score.
EdzelJuly 6, 2015
Wide selection of beer
Bill RealsNovember 16, 2012
Bison burger is good but skip the blue cheese.
Jessica GeiszlerFebruary 15, 2013
It's dark but very cool... check out the counter!

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