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Knotty Barrell

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Knotty Barrell

844 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101
0.3 miles
to the ballpark
Type:
Gastropub/brewery
A craft beer gastropub in the Gaslamp Quarter with a wide tap list and a solid pub food menu. Comfortable spot for a pint or two before crossing over to Petco Park.
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