Knotty Brewing Co.

Brewery

4.5 (97 on Google)

About Knotty Brewing Co.

Knotty Brewing Co. is a brewery on Market Street in San Diego. It makes British and European style beers that are clean, crisp and true to style. It is not the usual hop-focused brewery.

The blonde ale is a favorite. The tasting bar pours the core beers, and Knotty Barrel, the restaurant next door, serves them too. The back patio has outdoor TVs, a cornhole section and a private bar, and groups have booked it for events.

From its Google listing and visitor reviews, read November 13, 2026.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

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Google rating

4.5out of 5

4.5 on Google from 97 reviews, as of September 2026.

Questions people ask

What kind of beer does Knotty Brewing make?

British and European style beers. The focus is clean, crisp, true to style beer rather than heavy hops, and a blonde ale is a popular pour.

Can I get food at Knotty Brewing?

Yes. Knotty Barrel, the restaurant next door, serves food and the core beers. Pretzels with beer cheese dip, fried mozzarella and pizza have all been on the menu.

Can I book the patio for an event?

Yes. The back patio has outdoor TVs, a cornhole section and a private bar. A wedding group has used it for a three hour event.

Answers come from Knotty Brewing's Google listing and visitor reviews, read November 13, 2026.

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Before you visit Knotty Brewing

Come thirsty and plan to eat. The tasting bar and the restaurant next door both pour the core beers, so you can sample a few and then settle in at a table. Check knottybrewing.com for current hours, since the two spaces can keep different schedules.

Bay City Brewing Co Tasting Room is under 0.1 miles away, and Half Door Brewing Company is 0.1 miles away. East Village Brewing Company is 0.3 miles away, which makes a short loop of stops easy.