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05/31/2026
Make Knotty Barrel your neighborhood hangout. Since 2019, our mission has been to provide the Rancho Peñasquitos community with a space that truly feels like home.
From families and friends looking for a place with the space to gather to those just wanting a quiet pint after a long day. Our outdoor patio is designed for the whole crew, including your four-legged friends!
05/28/2026
From mid-week trivia to weekend brunch specials, we’ve got a reason to stop by every single day. Here's what’s happening at Knotty Barrel Rancho Penasquitos each week:
- Weekday Happy Hour: Monday–Friday | 3–6pm
- Monday: Burger & Combo Night | Get our signature Knotty Burger paired with a 16oz pour for $16.95 | 3–9pm
- Tuesday: Extended Happy Hour | Keeping the afternoon deals going from 3pm–close.
- Wednesday: Trivia & Pour Night | Live Trivia at 7pm with $5 drafts all night.
- Thursday: Half-Off Bottles | half-off select bottles all day long | 11:30am–10pm
- Saturday & Sunday: Weekend Brunch | Bottomless brunch options for $19.95 | 10am–1pm
Join us on the patio or by the fire pits.
05/25/2026
We are open regular hours for Memorial Day. See you at 3pm just in time for happy hour 🍻
05/22/2026
Come enjoy the long weekend by the fire pits and picnic tables at Knotty Barrel.
Using the time off to hit the trails at Black Mountain over the the break? Knotty is the perfect spot to cool off with our Saturday & Sunday Brunch, 10AM-1PM, featuring breakfast classics and drink specials!
05/18/2026
Located just down the hill from Black Mountain, we’ve got the perfect food, drinks & vibe for your cool down.
Reward yourself with our Weekend Brunch or Happy Hour specials and refuel with cold drafts, cocktails and local eats on our dog-friendly patio.
- Happy Hour: Weekdays, 3-6pm
- Weekend Brunch: 10am-1pm | $19.95 Bottomless Mimosas, Brunch Specialty Cocktail Menu
📍 Rancho Peñasquitos
🐶 Pups welcome!
05/15/2026
Come in and celebrate American Craft Beer week with one of our California brews.
- Bay City Organically Blonde | Bay City Brewing Co.
- Russian River STS Pilsner | Russian River Brewing
- Knotty IPA | Knotty Barrel
- Chai Me A River | Newtopia Cyder
- Ruffian Red Ale | Dos Desperados Brewery
Check out our menu for our full draft list as well as our specialty cocktails!
05/04/2026
🔥 Cinco de Mayo at Knotty Barrel🔥
Rancho Peñasquitos • Opening the fiesta vibes 3pm-close 🇲🇽
🌮 Taco Specials
• Two-taco plate + chips & salsa
(fish, carnitas, or carne asada)
🧀 More Bites
• Carne asada nachos
• Carnitas torta
🍹 Drink Specials
• Lavanto Blanco margaritas
• Palomas & pineapple margs
• Tequila shots
• $5 Mexican lagers
Grab your crew, bring the appetite, and let’s celebrate Cinco the right way 🎉🌮🍻
04/15/2026
Hey there food lovers! 🍽️😋 Get ready to experience an explosion of flavors with our Sausage Trio at Knotty Barrel - Rancho Penasquitos. This palate-pleaser combines Andouille Sausage, Kielbasa, and Apple Gouda Sausage topped with Chipotle Aioli, Garlic Aioli, Beer Mustard. To complete the dish we've added Cornichons and Rosemary Sourdough on the side. Don't just take our word for it though, come in and try it yourself! 🌭🍺
04/11/2026
Dive into a taste adventure with our Blackened Ahi Salad! 🌊🥗 The rare seared ahi pairs perfectly with crunchy Arcadian greens, pickled carrots, and edamame. Add in creamy avocado slices, crisp radish, seaweed salad, and pickled ginger for an explosion of flavors. Topped off with a drizzle of wasabi mayo sesame vinaigrette dressing that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. It's not just a salad, it's a Knotty favorite! 😋
04/06/2026
MONDAYS JUST GOT KNOTTY 🍔🍺
Burger + Beer done right
Every Monday:
• Order a Knotty Burger or Smash Burger
• Add a selected beer for just $1
And tonight—don’t miss the action:
🏀 UConn vs. Michigan for the National Championship 🏀
Cold beer, stacked burgers, and game.
04/06/2026
Kick your week off right with our Monday Night Burger & Beer Special! 🍔🍺 Revel in the flavors of our delectable tri blend patty Knotty Burger, perfectly paired with a chosen 16oz beer. Join us from 3pm till close and let's make Mondays memorable! 🎉
04/04/2026
Easter brunch starts early at Knotty Barrel 🐣
Join us at 10AM and kick it off with $10 spritzes and a limited-time Easter Chicken & Waffles—crispy, indulgent, and built for a proper holiday start.
Bring the crew, grab a round, and settle in for a laid-back Easter done right.
📍 Rancho Peñasquitos
⏰ Starts at 10AM
SpritzSeason
04/01/2026
Don’t forget…Taco Tuesday last Tuesday of the month
Taco Plates, Nachos, and a rolled taco special. Come enjoy jumbo margaritas and fresh guacamole 🥑 and salsa.
03/25/2026
⚾️ Padres Opening Day at Knotty Barrel ⚾️
First pitch is tomorrow at 1:10 PM — and we’re turning it into a full-blown game day party.
Catch every inning with:
• Happy Hour food & drink specials during the game
• $4 AleSmith 394 pints 🍻
• Featured Elote Hot Dog 🌭 (limited-time special)
• Swag giveaways throughout the game
Skip the couch — this is where Opening Day energy lives. Rally your crew, grab a pint, and let’s kick off the season right.
📍 Knotty Barrel | Rancho Peñasquitos
03/16/2026
☘️ St. Paddy’s Day at Knotty Barrel ☘️
We’re opening early tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. to kick off the celebration
Join us for St. Patrick’s Day drink specials and our crowd-favorite food specials, including:
🥪 Corned Beef Sandwich — the one that sells out every year
🍀 Irish Nachos — a St. Paddy’s Day must
Grab your crew, wear some green, and come celebrate with us. Sláinte! 🍻
Doors open: 11:30 a.m. – come early before the corned beef runs out.
03/15/2026
Let’s Goooo!!!!
03/15/2026
SDFC official watch party today come down and feel the energy. ⚽️
03/13/2026
🏀 Aztecs Game Night !!!🔴⚫
Tonight the San Diego State Aztecs men’s basketball take on the New Mexico Lobos men’s basketball with tip-off at 9 PM — and we’ve got the perfect spot to catch the action.
🍺 AleSmith San Diego State Ale – $5 pints from 8 PM to close
🌙 Kitchen open late so you can keep the food and drinks coming all game long.
Grab your crew, wear your red & black, and cheer on the Aztecs with us tonight at Naughty Barrel in Rancho Peñasquitos.
Game on. Beer cold. Kitchen hot. 🔥🍔🍺
03/12/2026
☘️ St. Paddy’s Day ☘️
We’re opening early at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the right way! 🍀 Join us for a full day of festive food and drink specials you won’t want to miss.
All-Day Specials Include:
🥪 Corned Beef Sandwiches
🧀 Irish Nachos
🍺 Green Beer
🍻 And of course, plenty of Guinness
Grab your friends, wear your green, and come celebrate with us at Knotty Barrel. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch, happy hour, or a nightcap, we’ve got the Irish spirit flowing all day long. 🍀🍺
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. – Sláinte!
03/11/2026
🏀 March Madness Bracket Challenge at Knotty Barrel! 🏀
Think you know college hoops? Put your bracket skills to the test during NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament with our Knotty Barrel Bracket Challenge!
✅ FREE to play
📱 Scan the QR code to enter
🏆 Prizes:
🥇 1st Place: $100 Gift Card to Knotty Barrel
🥈 2nd Place: $50 Gift Card to Knotty Barrel
🥉 3rd Place: $25 Gift Card to Knotty Barrel
Fill out your bracket, grab a drink, and catch all the games with us. Let the madness begin!
Tag your friends, build your bracket, and see who really knows basketball.
🏀🍻
03/07/2026
🌸 Don’t miss out - March Specials! 🌸
Spring is in full bloom at Knotty Barrel in Rancho Peñasquitos, and our March specials are bringing big flavor to the table!
🥃 Bourbon Bloom – A bold, bourbon-inspired creation with a perfect balance of sweet and smooth.
🍀 Corned Beef Poutine – Crispy fries piled high with tender corned beef, rich Guinness gravy, and melty goodness. The ultimate comfort food with a twist.
These limited-time specials are only here for March, so grab your friends, pull up a seat, and come taste what everyone’s talking about.
📍 Available all month
03/05/2026
Who is taking the Trophy 🏆 away from the PQOG’s? Live trivia every Wednesday with $6 16oz pints 🍺 starting at 7pm.
02/22/2026
So this year our 1/2 barrel of only lasted 18min before being sold out. I hope our amazing guests got to try it as we do not post that we are having Pliny the Younger so hopefully our regulars who support us throughout the years were able to try some. 🍻 cheers! ❤️
02/21/2026
Love this event every year. Russian River Brewing takeover. Come by and check us out Saturday at 12pm as we will be tapping all these amazing beers from the award winning brewery. 🍺 🍻
😉
02/13/2026
Celebrate love all day at Knotty Barrel in Rancho Peñasquitos 💘
Brunch it up with our stuffed brioche French toast + champagne specials 🥂
Swoon over dinner with sun-dried tomato linguini & strawberry cheesecake 🍓🍰
And fall head over heels for ½-priced bottles of wine ALL DAY 🍷
Love is on the menu — come get a little Knotty this Valentine’s Day ❤️
Address
13211 Black Mountain Road
San Diego, CA
92129
To reach the gastropub and American restaurant located on Black Mountain Road in San Diego, visitors can take the bus or trolley to the nearby station and then walk a few blocks to reach their destination. Alternatively, those traveling by car can park either on the street or in the nearby parking lot. The restaurant is located on a busy street but is easily accessible from both directions of traffic.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
3pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
3pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
3pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 9pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
10am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 9pm |
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What people say
Knotty Barrel Rancho Penasquitos is a gastropub and American restaurant that has been serving the San Diego community since 2019. This family and dog-friendly establishment offers both indoor and outdoor dining options, making it the perfect spot for any occasion. With a wide array of domestic, imported, and local craft beers as well as a full bar, Knotty Barrel PQ is sure to have something for everyone.
Their locally-sourced "pub grub" with a twist is a must-try, and they also offer daily specials, weekend brunch, and a kids menu. The 2,000 square foot outdoor patio complete with fire pits and lawn games adds to the overall ambiance of this establishment.
Knotty Barrel Rancho Penasquitos is conveniently located on Black Mountain Road and offers online ordering through their website. Their operational hours are Mon-Wed 3pm-close and Thursday-Friday 11:30am-close.
Overall, Knotty Barrel PQ is an excellent choice for those looking for delicious food, great drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.
