Knotty Barrel Rancho Penasquitos

13211 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego
(858) 365-7036

Recent Reviews

Mae Bovenzi

It's a really cute bar.The service was terrible.I asked for extra olives and they did not bring them.They brought food and never asked if we needed anything.We had to ask for napkins.The drinks I ordered were totally different for each bartender and I felt sick right after leaving that place. Sad it has so much potential but not worth getting sick maybe someone didn't wash their hands.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

Paul B

The burger and fries were to die for. The beer was solid. The atmosphere great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Sherri S.

Great neighborhood spot.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nadia Brashier

The bug eyed waitress for our section ignored us for 25 minutes, then looked me right in my face while she served two white people who got seated next to us — we never got so much as a hello, be right with you, or a glass of water. Mind you, it wasn’t even busy in there. They probably needed our money. We walked out and won’t ever come back. Don’t come here unless you sunburn easily I guess

Tina Bozarth

Great place to catch a game on one of several of their TVs, enjoy delicious food, and fantastic beer!My husband and I found this gem through the Local Flavor flyer last year, and we have enjoyed several visits since! Last night, we jumped into a flight of beer, truffle fries, and a cheeseburger loaded with bacon, egg, and caramelized onion... every mouth watering bite was amazing!If you haven't been, I highly recommend giving Knotty Barrel in Rancho Penasquitos a try!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Noe

It was ok. Different from normal restaurants. Probably would go back.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

M.S

Not the greatest Mozzarella sticks and the wings were extremely oily!!.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 4

David Bunnell

Casual dining with really tasty food. Big portions on the appetizers. Sports bar. Outside dining too. Family friendly and a nice spot for bringing your dog. A great local spot to meet-up with friends where everyone can find something they will love.Kid-friendliness: Good spot to take the kids after a game

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Ahi Poke Stack, Sausage Trio, Fish & Chips, Ahi Tuna Salad, Spinach & Steak Salad, Steak, Chicken Sandwich, Loaded Tots Totchos, Burger

Jared Smith

Great place. Amazing drinks. Trivia night is one of the best. Get there early, it fills up quick.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Kimela D.

The food is always so good! The wings are always so crunchy. We haven't had anything we did not like.

Diane D.

Good food, service good too, trivia night is fun but the format is strange, might just be me since I do a lot of trivia back in Australia where I live. This was my first time making it for trivia. The Brussels sprouts are so good and I enjoy the varied beer selection!

Graham B.

Just basic ... that's it just basicGeneric food with not much imagination but I suppose it's an avenue to sell moreDrinksI wasn't drinking this day so can't comment It's the only game in town so hey good for them, just not for me ....sorry

Mikayla G.

Love this place! Been a few times and have not been disappointed. The atmosphere is great and a fun vibe. We went on a Tuesday night and had all night happy hour which is great! Cheaper drinks. We split the mac n cheese and the turkey and brie sandwich and they both were great. Can't wait to go back and try more.

Colton N.

Great vibe , thank you! Came here with a friend a couple of weeks ago, only ordered Moscow mules- they were great!

Janet McCarthy

Wonderful place in the "heart of PQ"Great foodI enjoyed my tacos ? ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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