Gnarly Knots Pretzel Co.
27W570 High Lake Rd, Winfield, IL, 60190
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Address :
27W570 High Lake Rd
Winfield, IL, 60190 - Phone (630) 473-0439
- Website https://www.gnarlyknots.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 4:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
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Melodie Y.
Dang this place is awesome. I don't think I've ever eaten a pretzel that hasn't been from a chain store and I'm loving it! I wasn't feeling a stuffed pretzel so this review will be for their unstuffed ones. I got the cheese topped and cinnamon pretzels. The pretzel itself it as good as it gets. Huge pretzel so you get what you pay for and texture is perfect. My only wish is that the cinnamon one had more cinnamon-sugar on it. Along with the pretzels, I ordered the nacho cheese sauce and cinnamon creme sauce. I wasn't a fan of these. I don't know if they make it themselves or not. Nacho cheese was pretty typical but the cinnamon creme tasted like sour horchata to me. It wasn't a bad sour, like they added lemon juice, but it was just kind of odd in that sort of dipping sauce. I think the pretzels taste the best without the sauces. I'm definitely curious about their stuffed pretzels. I'll visit sometime again and try those out. Also, I heard that they sometimes serve pretzel croissants! Oh, I need to try that one. Side note: I think it's funny that people complain about how many pretzels they make and their odd hours. Yeah, it's weird, but they aren't a chain. I also think it makes them more popular to only have a limited amount of stuffed pretzels. It's smart of them. Not saying I know how businesses are run, but I can see why they do it. So how about we stop complaining about it and keep supporting this local business? Maybe they'll have better hours if they had more money for a bigger location.
(4)Eric E.
My expertise with pretzel eating was limited to Auntie Anne's and Target, so I had high expectations coming in. Today's (Tuesday) special wasn't something that appealed so I went with the cinnamon sugar instead..a can't miss. I also had a bite of my sons standard salt pretzel. The dough in both was very good. Fresh, soft and warm..a trio that every pretzel should have. The cinnamon sugar cover was a tad lacking. Don't get me wrong, it tasted fine, but there wasn't enough cinnamon or sugar for my liking. We also got one of the big monster cookies. That was pretty awesome. Chocolate chip with pretzel chips..you get the sweet and sour..the best of both worlds. Gnarly has a lot of interesting daily specials that I'd like to give a whirl. I'm thinking once I do, my rating goes up. Cheers.
(3)lizzie R.
Best pretzels and soup and cookies and everything else they make! You can't get a pretzel this good anywhere else. Soup is so good and only $1 extra when you get a pretzel. Don't forget to grab a cookie from the counter. They are so good!!!
(5)R.J. V.
I finally got to try one of these amazing pretzels. Last time they ran out before I could have one. Which is why I don't give this place 5 stars. They need to better meet demand of their customers. Otherwise the pretzels tasted great. I was fortunate enough to try their bbq beef briscuit stuffed pretzel. They seem to have a different special for each day. I highly recommend you try them once. Just be sure you arrive as early as possible in order to get one.
(4)Dan W.
I'd heard about this place for a while but hadn't had the chance to try it until we had an unexpected trip to the hospital close by. WOW...they get it done. Simply delicious!!!!
(5)Sam P.
As a native Pennsylvanian, I feel uniquely qualified to love pretzels. I spent 24 years in the Philadelphia area, at least 23 of which were pretzel-eating years. These Gnarly Knots pretzels are something that would be appreciated back East, and not just here in the Midwest where we are pretzel-deprived. The way the shop works is, there are everyday offerings and one special, stuffed offering each day of the week. I had scoured the website to learn the schedule, as well as that the shop produces only a limited batch of pretzels each day. I now understand that Gnarly Knots has a Facebook page as well, so that's another good source for updates. We made it on brisket day, and before the shop ran out, so we enjoyed one stuffed pretzel and two Bavarian (regular) style. Perfectly crisped on the outside, perfectly fluffy and doughy on the inside...these pretzels are something to write home about. The space is quite small, but I appreciate that I could at least get in and out with my babe in her stroller. I don't think they have a restroom, so of course I had to take my son out to pee in the nearby woods while we were there. My sister says four stars for the lack of an eat-in area (there's just a tiny bar with two stools). But in fairness, their website clearly tries to dissuade customers from lingering in the tiny space, so I can't really blame the place. It is what it is, so I say five stars, but it would be nice if they could someday expand to include at least a small dining area. I look forward to going back on pepperoni day and cheeseburger day to enjoy the other stuffed pretzel masterpieces.
(5)Gina Z.
It's a must have!! Only open 11-4 a day if you are interested in the daily pretzel get there around lunch time they do sell out!! I have had most of the pretzels, few soups and ordered the stuffing at thanksgiving. The stuffed pretzels are a pretzel Sandwich concept one will fill you up! My favorite pretzels - BBQ Beef Brisket (wed special) Gyros stuffed Cheese Stuffed (Friday special) Hot dog (Friday) Soup Cheddar ale Garlic mashed Clam chowder Sweet stuffed Pumpkin pie stuffed Cheesecake All of them are great you cannot go wrong. The sauces on the side are generous enough and all yummy we love Nutella and nacho. The staff is also very nice and helpful!
(5)Erik H.
Another small local (Winfield) business that bests competition from bigger rivals and chains. Who knew that a pretzel could be an entire meal, and a gourmet one at that!? I'm partial to the stuffed pretzels, and the rest of the family seems to prefer the more traditional ones. The soups have been very good too, as have the pretzel dogs. The way this place works is a bit "different" though: 1) Expect a bit of a wait when they first open. They are popular, and since they have been known to run out, sometimes there is a line out the door and into the parking lot. Even when it is 10 degrees out... 2) This is a small house with a "pretzel kitchen" inside. Don't expect a dine-in experience. While there is a bathroom (our 4yr-old had an "emergency,") it is clearly not intended for public use. The design is, quite simply, "Get your pretzel and head on out!" 3) The menu is simple. The specialty pretzels and soups rotate - check the Facebook page for details. Basic pretzels are always available. 4) Shockingly tasty!
(4)Tracy J.
The food is very good and I like the selection but their supply plan is questionable. You can only order a minimum of 6 of their daily special, even paying 3 days in advance. Selling out before closing time is understandable but not being able to preorder 5 to-go seems counterproductive. My first visit was just at closing time (as they suggest on phone), to get 4 of the daily special since I couldn't pre order that morning. It was the pepperoni stuffed one, which was really good. They did have a small number of (daily) stock left. Not sure if they are banking on the exclusivity and word-of-mouth of short supply, but that certainly doesn't keep them at the top of my food choice since there's no certainty of getting any product. The service is decent and I feel the prices are in line with the uniqueness of the product. My 3 visits must have been off peak hours as I've never waited in line or seen more that one other customer there. I have heard of the lines but have not experienced it myself. Ive been back twice since and the food is very good. The italian beef as well as the gyros stuffed are great and really filling. Had the cheddar soup with the italian beef...too much food but a great dip for the non-stuffed part of the pretzel. Some day I'll get there for the brisket.
(4)Megan M.
This is always a treat for us. Their garlic Parmesan pretzel is so so good. We always end up getting there close to closing so we usually miss out on the special pretzel, but even their regular 4 are worth it!
(5)Robert B.
I could never imagine Stuffed pretzels could be this good. Had Carmel apple.. fantastic! Gyro also great. I can't wait to go back for the Italian beef. Would recommend to everyone.
(5)Jenna T.
Great place to grab lunch for my kids! Wish there was more seating, though.
(5)Lucy M.
DELICIOUS!!!! Get there early for their daily specials since they sell out FAST!! The italian beef stuffed pretzel is my fave, but they're all excellent!!! You don't know what a stuffed pretzel is until you've tried these.Line out the door if you get there right at lunchtime.
(5)Jillian H.
Amazing! I've tried several of the specialty pretzels, meatball, Italian beef, cheese stuffed and honestly every single one has been my favorite. They have awesome, huge, over the top pretzel buns that taste incredible. Whether you get a regular pretzel, specialty pretzel or pretzel buns you won't be disappointed. They guys have mastered the art of pretzel making. Best damn pretzels you will ever eat!
(5)Bea M.
Sure the pretzels are great, but I'm a bigger fan of the homemade-tasting soups. the cheddar soup is to die for.
(4)Braden K.
Greatest pretzels ever! Sauces were awesome too! Highly recommend
(5)Al T.
I have been going to Gnarly Knots almost as long as they have been open. These are, without a doubt, the best pretzels I have ever eaten anywhere. The stuffed pretzels make a wonderful lunch sandwich. I have tried many, but not every concoction they've come up with. My favs are the pretzel dog, the salami and provolone stuffed, the italian beef stuffed, cheese stuffed and their soups are homemade and excellent. And I must say I am impressed they call me by name when I show up, no matter how long it has been before I walk in to address my GK craving. Do yourself a favor and try one. You won't be disappointed.
(5)Sarah L.
The only reason I am giving it a three is because although my son and I both loved our pretzels, I found a piece of plastic netting (or something) inside my Italian Beef pretzel.. I have worked in food service and think both, that this is disgusting, and it seems to have been either be part of a hair net or part of what was holding ingredients before they went into the pretzel. yuck. That said, the pretzel was good enough that I will try again. I hope they also pick up production (not an easy task, I'm sure) so they can accommodate customers rather than restricting how many pretzels we can buy. Also there really is almost no seating so I would plan on carry out, especially if it's not a nice day. I will try again and, if they do fine, they might earn a star back.
(3)K.K. D.
There really isn't much to say about this little white building off High Lake Rd near "downtown" Winfield. The pretzels are warm and doughy and delicious. The chocolate chip cookies are superb. Always friendly and inviting. Its really worth the Saturday lines and the need to get their early!
(5)suzanne a.
BEST PRETZELS EVER! Nothing more needs to be said. Had lemon chicken soup today as well. My only regret was not buying a huge tub of soup to take home. It was that good!
(5)Kristyn P.
I have to this wonderful establishment a handful of times and have never been disappointed. I recently tried there Chicken Pesto pretzel which was not my favorite. My favorite was featured in October the Apple pie pretzel! Super yummy!. A cup of soup can be added to any pretzel purchase for only $1 more or a bowl for $2 more, which I highly recommend. The French Onion Soup is Fabulous!
(5)Carin P.
Love them!!! Great atmosphere... Worth the wait in line every time! Matt, Funi, and crew we are so grateful for you!!
(5)Dan K.
If I could, I would eat here on Sunday. BBQ Brisket......Pretzel????What the.....My only complaint is the line......and the hrs.....Some serious pretzel action in here kids. Stay Away please.
(5)Krista H.
This afternoon was my first time at gnarly knots pretzels. I went with my boyfriend for lunch, we both got the special which was the BBQ brisket stuffed pretzel ($6.50 each) and we each got a small garlic mashed potato soup (only $1 each!) we also got a cinnamon sugar pretzel to share for later. Everything was delicious and very the portions were perfect. My only complains are; No indoor seating, I also wish they had more than one special per day. Other than that the service could've been better but I understand that they were very busy. I look forward to trying more stuffed specialties!
(4)Karon B.
Got the Cuban Stuffed pretzel today. The outside was crisp but the inside was warm and soft. It was filled with slow roasted and thinly shaved pork, honeyed ham, Havarti cheese, mustard and pickles...YUMMY! The staff was quick and friendly. The pretzels are served hot and fresh! Can't wait to go back. Definitely a little GEM in downtown Winfield.
(5)Janette K.
Every pretzel is outstanding- if you can get your hands on one. The soups are good too.
(5)Roshni P.
Let me start off by saying that I am STUFFED right now. I had the Bavarian with cheese and the medium sized tomato basil soup and it came out to be a little over $5. That is an amazing deal for the amount of food I had. I'm in a delicious food coma right now. This place is just down the street from Central Dupage Hospital. If I was working in the area, I would come here all the time, it was that yummy. I wish they had better hours though.
(4)Al F.
So today was our first time here. I got an email from Yelp earlier in the week about places to get soup in the suburbs. This place was top of the list so I checked out their website to look at their menu. Everything sounded amazing. I checked our their Facebook page to see what their upcoming Saturday specials were going to be. French Dip stuffed. Interesting. But what sold me was Double Chocolate Cherry stuffed. This was something I had to try. Everything we got was really good. I really liked the cheese pretzel I got. That combined with the sauce I got on the side (apricot habanero - highly recommend) was delicious. But what was beyond amazing was the Double Chocolate Cherry stuffed. It came with a marscapone cherry cream for dipping that just gave it that extra touch. We definitely will be back. I am glad we got there early. Keep up the good work!!
(5)Kevin W.
Garlic mashed potato soup. Amazing! I feel like there is much room to improve, and that's a good thing! I was impressed with how friendly the people were in the shop and with the overall presentation of the food. The pretzels are fresh and hot. We tried the Bavarian, cheese and pretzel dog. The pretzel dog was AWESOME! I had a mustard cream dipping sauce with it which was light flavor and went well with the dog. The cheese pretzel tasted just like the Bavarian pretzel, just with crunchy cheese on top, which didn't affect the flavor. And the Bavarian was a good size, good flavor and just enough salt. Gotta go back sometime to try the stuffed pretzels, but it's a little difficult with the limited hours.
(4)S L.
Called there at 10:00am on Saturday to place an order. Was told that it was first come---first served. Kind of snippy and dismissive on the phone Got there at11:50m and waited in line until they opened. When it was my time to order, I ordered a jumbo pretzel ($12) and they said you have to pre-order it. I expalined and once again, disrespectful and rude to me. I ordered some other stuff and while I waited, two other people came up to me and heard what happened and said they are pretty rude there. You have fantastic pretzels but remember.....don't be rude to your guests.
(2)Robert G.
Consider this review incomplete... but I'm a big fan of the standard pretzels they already have. Driven here by a Yelp email, I drove by after work to see if they had any pretzels left. As it turns out, they did, but none of the pork-flavored specialty pretzels that I was hoping for. Instead they had three standard pretzels and two pretzels roughly the size of a large pizza at Lou Malnati's. I'm a rational guy, so I got two regular pretzels. Auntie Anne's is nice, but in the end they're little better than something you might get in a can; these pretzels might have had beer in their batter, for all I know; that's how much yeast was in them. And the outsides were perfectly leathery, while the insides weren't tough at all; soft, warm and awesomeness in a knot. I had two toppings; a hot cheese topping that was nice and spicy, and a mustard-creme fraiche cold topping, which stepped around my dislike of mustard by being both mustardy and sour. If their stuffed pretzels are anywhere near as good as their standard pretzels, the 5-star rating will stand.
(5)Stacey W.
I love myself a good pretzel. Gnarly Knots definitely has good pretzels! My husband and I came up here on a Saturday and got to enjoy a few of their salty snacks. We split the Bavarian between the two of us, and it was the perfect dough to salt ratio (and it was HUGE!). Why the three star rating if I loved it, you ask? Well for starters the cheese pretzel tasted exactly like the Bavarian. I was pretty bummed about that. It had cheese on it, but it was basically just for show, because the flavor of it was nowhere to be found. Another bummer was that they don't make their own cheese sauce. Nacho cheese should really be left to the nachos. I honestly believe a good cheese sauce would help their pretzels bring out their full deliciousness. I think Gnarly Knots has a whole buttload of potential, and they have room to grow. I can't wait to come back and hopefully give them a better rating!
(3)Lindsey L.
I just love Gnarly. I've tried nearly all the stuffed options, but the Italian beef is my favorite. I also like the garlic Parmesan pretzel, and get it with a side of cheese most visits.
(5)Matthew C.
I never thought I would be so excited to eat a pretzel, but after eating a number of varieties at gnarly knots I am hooked!
(5)Krista J.
I am pretty much obsessed with Gnarly Knots right now. I have gone the past two Saturdays and I think it might continue. It is a tiny house with a limited amount of pretzels so you need to make sure you go early, especially on Saturday's, to make sure you get one. There is a rotating pretzel Mon-Fri and on Saturday they have a new special every week. They post what the special will be on Facebook a few days before. The pretzels are a good size. I only need to get the one stuffed pretzel and that is enough for me. I have not tried a dessert special yet but I am much more of a savory person. They look good though! They also have regular salted, cinnamon, and cheese topped. We tried the regular and it was okay but it paled in comparison to the stuffed. I would advise to go for the special of the day. The past two Saturdays, we arrived at 11:30 for the noon opening. The first Saturday there were not too many people in line by the time it opened but this past Saturday, for the special Oktoberfest pretzel, the line was crazy long. Definitely try this place. Even if it is out of your way! You will quickly become obsessed with it like I did!
(5)Rich A.
We just had out first Gnarly Knots experience and it was fantastic! We arrived for lunch around 1:30 and there were several people standing in line waiting for their orders. My wife and I ordered the daily special of a ham and Swiss pretzel croissant, and also a s'mores pretzel, and a couple of dipping sauces. Since there isn't really anywhere to eat inside we took it to the car and chowed. The pretzel itself is so soft but yet the right amount of crunchy crust. The filings were wonderful...especially the s'mores. It was just fantastic. We will absolutely go back and probably often!
(5)Kristin Z.
I don't really get all the hype about this place. We went on a weekend when it was raining so there pretty much no one there. I got a caramel chocolate stuffed pretzel which was ok. The caramel wasn't melted very well and it almost seemed like chewing on a chunk of caramel. My boyfriend got a ham and cheese stuffed pretzel. He was definitely disappointed. The ham was pretty much rolled up sandwich meat with some cheese in it. Didn't look that great to me and if we had to stand in line for that I would have been upset. We got soup with our pretzels too which were pretty bland. I ended up throwing mine away. I read on the website that they don't answer their phone on the weekends because of how busy they are. Seems bananas to me that they wouldn't want to serve their customers, in store or on the phone. If you're that busy you can't answer the phone, hire more people.
(2)Nikki M.
Came here on a snowy Saturday and there was a line out the door! Had the cheese-topped pretzel and the Saturday special- pesto chicken stuffed preztel with provolone & roasted red peppers. Both were delicious- crunchy on the outside and soft & chewy on the inside. French onion soup was also yummy & dipping sauces pair perfectly with the non-stuffed pretzels. Glad to have this place as part of the neighborhood!
(4)Han W.
They were on chicagos best so I to try it.it was great went there a couple of times the stuffed pretzels are the best .good location nice town. Good staff.very fresh I was not crazy about the giant cookies. The pretzels bread was very good. Check ahead for days when they have the stuffed pretzels it the best 5 stars
(5)Lydia Z.
We drove by this small place when we happened to be in downtown Winfield (not a place we visit often). My husband is a big fan of pretzels (especially soft pretzels) and we saw the good yelp reviews so we decided to give it a try. Our expectations were high considering all the good reviews and I am happy to say we were not disappointed at all. We got the basic bavarian salted with cheese on the side and the cinnamon sugar. They were the best soft pretzels we have ever had hands down. They blew Auntie Annes and all the others we have tried out of the water! We can't stop thinking about when we might be in the area so we can get them again.
(5)Derek B.
This place is great! Awesome pretzels, and the specials are amazing. My favorite is the Buffalo Chicken pretzel!
(5)yoku s.
oh my YUM. definitely go for the stuffed pretzels. ahh-mazing.
(5)PhiPh L.
Got here at 2:30pm on a Saturday. There were about seven people in line ahead of us when the girl at the counter announced they were completely sold out of pretzels. They're open till 4pm. If you're driving out of your way to get a pretzel, I'd call ahead to see if there's anything left..
(1)Jim H.
My wife was going out with my daughter, and asked me what kind of "special" pretzel I wanted to try. Whatever,,,,what can possibly be so special to be worth the trip? Well, my wife brought a few home all the way to Homer Glen. We split a BBQ beef brisket, and an Oreo cheesecake. How were they? Words can't describe how amazing they both were! I want more now!!
(5)Daniel T.
I have to change my review do to misscomunication . (Hope the spelling is right ) And that was my fault for not paying attention . Went back the other day and the pretzels I got for my son and I were really good. I got pepperoni pizza stuffed that had the pepperoni and cheese on the inside but the sauce comes on the side in a small cup for dipping. That's ok with me but make sure that you get extra sauce at . 50 cents per cup. I also got Lemon Chicken noodle soup. Definitely home made and very good . The carrots are nice size chunks as well as the celery pieces. Yes I am coming back.
(5)Dave B.
This place is totally a hidden gem in Winfield. My co-workers and I have gone here many times for lunch during the week and I have never heard a negative comment. There are levels of amazing here starting with just the regular salted pretzel which is way better than anything you've had at the mall. Then, they kick it up a notch with the bavarian cheese topped, which is perfect with the creamy mustard. The final level of pretzel insanity here is their daily special stuffed pretzels. They stuff these pretzels with things you have never dreamed of putting inside a pretzel... and it works! From Italian beef, slow roasted pork, or even pepperoni pizza, they have pretzeled it here.
(5)J M.
I never knew this little shop was here until a friend and I were out last week and we passed it. I figured, I like pretzels, so why not? Walking in, the scent is intoxicating. The pretzels are HUGE for the price you pay. And holy food coma are they good. So big I couldn't eat the whole pretzel in one sitting, I got only through half! I tried the nacho cheese dip and the Apricot Habereno. I loved the cheese but the Habereno didn't sit right with me. I want to come back and try some soups too! The staff is fast, accommodating and VERY friendly. I can see why they're so busy!
(5)Ashley C.
This place is awesome! The pretzels are amazing and very filling. My favorite is the cheeseburger stuffed pretzel. Yum! Everything always tastes fresh, and it's wonderfully different than your usual run-of-the-mill lunch stop choices. I wish they were open longer throughout the day, but mostly because I'm sure my husband is sick of hearing me tell him how wonderful it is and be never gets to try any. Haha. They also have delicious, giant chocolate chip cookies! One cookie is practically a meal in itself. They make their own pretzel chips, which are actually baked into the cookie as well. It adds a nice touch to the sweet chocolate of the cookie. If you haven't been here before, you definitely need to try it!
(5)Jane K.
I used to LOVE Gnarly Knots, but they became undercooked, consistently. The stuffed pretzels are great but they don't bake them enough, I have had at least 6 pretzels from six different occasions with raw dough inside. Cinnamon pretzels don't have enough cinnamon. They need to find a bigger place to operate out of, they are ridiculously busy on weekends to the point where it isn't worth the wait. I told them about my undercooked pretzel problem and they offered to resurrect the situation if I come in and introduce myself, I don't want special treatment, I just want a cooked pretzel if I'm paying $6-8 for it..
(2)Eric C.
pretty good. I have always liked soft pretzels...these are stuffed so I guess they are above average...GET THERE EARLY or you will have no options left
(4)Chris B.
Really great pretzels. I consider myself a bit of a pretzel-snob and they really do a nice job. Great service and don't miss their stuffed pretzel of the day.
(5)Nicole R.
If "Eating the best stuffed pretzel in the universe" is on your bucket list, ya for it because this place exists and you know, cross that off! It would be awesome if the pretzel was OK and the stuffing was ya know, awesome like stuffing is. but what's absolutely mind blowing is that the pretzel itself is by far the best salted doughy glory I have ever eaten. then they stuff cheese into it and say "have a nice day" and your all "nice?! this is is up there with my wedding day!" because cheese and pretzels are the perfect match. Thanks for giving me something to obsesses over, Gnarly Knots.
(5)Ken K.
It's not just a pretzel. It's a PRETZEL. I've been visiting GK since they opened. From their gourmet pretzels to their salted, plain, pretzel, you can't go wrong.
(5)Wendy P.
I drive past this place frequently as they are less than a mile from home, so when I saw their 'Coming Soon' sign, I was really looking forward to trying them out. If you're going to open up a restaurant dedicated to soft pretzels, they are probably going to be pretty amazing. Stopped by last week with my kids... I took my first bite, my eyes rolled back in my head, and I started saying things I probably shouldn't be saying in front of my kids (Oh my GOD this is so F-ing GOOD!!!). I stopped by again today one minute before they closed, and the few pretzels they had left were just as soft, yummy, and awesome as the ones we bought during lunch time. I am now not so happy they are right down the street... because I'll have to drive by them daily and somehow resist the temptation to Stop. Every. Single. Day. Consider me addicted.
(5)Jason P.
The pretzels are delicious. I ordered the French onion soup it was kind of watery but that's ok you go for the pretzels!
(4)Rachael M.
This place is great! We stop in here to grab lunch on workdays. The tomato soup is amazing!
(5)Teresa M.
This place is so worth the trip! The soups are very tasty, but cheddar ale is my favorite!! M-Sat there is a different stuffed pretzel featured; I went on the Italian beef stuffed day and it is the best invention!! I cannot wait to go back and try all the other stuffed pretzels.
(5)Jenny S.
Had the pleasure of being exposed to Gnarly Knots for the very first time today. They opened on Monday to the public. From the looks of their menu they specialize in a different stuffed pretzel for everyday they are open and then also feature a standard plain pretzel. My guest and I enjoyed the plain as well as the featured "The Porker". The size of both pretzels went above my expectations. The flavor of not only the pretzel but the dipping sauce as well was just the perfect compliment. Gnarly Knots is located a little off the beaten path but still within walking distance of CDH. I look forward to experiencing more of the menu in the days and weeks to come.
(5)Vodka Sauce C.
The slow roasted pork filled pretzel is simply AMAZING ! We really enjoyed it. We plan on coming bak for the soup and more pretzels! Great owners and staff. AA++
(5)Perry S.
The food is great...we got some regular pretzels, buns and stuffed pretzel with turkey and bacon...all were excellent...
(5)Scott B.
The Porker Pretzel & the Cheddar Ale Soup were both very good.
(5)mark g.
best food in town by far..
(5)nancy r.
These soft pretzels are not like anything I have ever had before, absolutely delicious!!! We had the stuffed pork pretzel and a cheese topped pretzel, both were excellent. Take your appetite with you because the pretzels are huge!! I would imagine that once the word gets out on this place, it is going to be a huge hit. The owners are nice as can be, and it is very clear that a lot of heart and soul went into this place. The only suggestion I would have for them is maybe have more seating in the back and more hours...I think you're gonna need it!
(5)Kevin S.
Finally got a chance to try this place (because of the limited hours). I happened to have a Monday off so I got to try the pepperoni stuffed pretzel. Delicious! It is served with a side of red sauce, but I liked it better without. I also tried the french onion soup and found it to be tasty as well. Made a great lunch....pretzel, soup and drink for about 9 bucks. I'll be going back to try some other varieties. Another good thing is that they will have Saturday hours starting in August. I also hope they have a stand next to the beer garden at Good Old Days.
(4)Nancy R.
These pretzels are amazing. Winfield really needed an alternative to the usual and Gnarly Knots totally fits the bill. We have had several of their stuffed pretzels and have never tasted the succulent mixtures blended so perfectly. Rumor has it the "porker" is hands down the best, only on Thursdays so far. Need to extend hours or at least be open on Saturdays for awhile. Delivery to Cdh a must. Good job!
(5)Joshua W.
I absolutely loved this place. So unique and delicious. I try to get the daily special whenever possible. The Italian Beef stuffed pretzel was by far my favorite, so far. Make sure to get there early if yoy want the daily special though. They typically don't last too much longer after peek lunch hours.
(5)Amy R.
I. Love. Gnarly. Knots. What's not to love about this fabulous little shack o' deliciousness? It's small, it's local, it's fresh, it's active on social media, it's owned by people who have the cuuuuutest French bulldog, and most importantly: they do one thing, and they do it really, really well. I had first heard of Gnarly Knots through Facebook, where they advise eagerly awaiting fans of their weekly specials and up and coming offers. Maybe I'm a giant nerd but I LOVE this idea. It's what roped me in. Every week I watched the Facebook page for a flavor I couldn't live without, which was when I wanted to dive in and try one of these famed pretzels. Unfortunately, the hype is real, and so are the lines to wait for these special pretzels. So I went with a backup plan, and when I was on vacation in a weekday, scurried over to try the deliciousness with no wait! It really is kind of a shack - a teensy tiny shack that would be pretty easy to miss if I hadn't been stalking it for weeks. I parked, climbed the stairs, and walked in to the smell of fresh made pretzel heaven. I ordered a Monterey Jack stuffed pretzel and a cinnamon sugar with cinnamon creme dipping sauce. My order was ready in .000034 seconds and I jumped in the car to head home and eat. Typically, pretzels aren't my favorite foods, but I tell you these are pretzels done RIGHT. Soft, fresh, warm, chewy... They're perfect. The cheese stuffed pretzel was loaded with gooey melted cheese and was a salty, decadent delight. The cinnamon sugar pretzel was a perfect sweet ending to my meal, and I could have eaten about four of the cinnamon creme sauces. So good. I came back this past weekend just to ensure I was appropriately in love with this place and tried their Italian sausage stuffed pretzel dog with provolone cheese and a side of marinara. AMAZING. But the most amazing?! Their PRETZEL bread pudding loaded with apples and creme anglaise! Brilliant, innovative, decadent, and addicting. Who knew pretzels could be so much fun?! If all you know of soft pretzels is movie theaters and baseball games, do yourself a favor and get over to Gnarly Knots. Let them elevate pretzels for you and change your mind for good. And also try to spy their adorable pooch while you're there, because the only thing in my world that can make a 5-star establishment better is a love of cute canines!
(5)Michelangelo V.
Honest review: really good a lil expensive though better then the mall execution problems though. There are tables and seats outside and u can eat inside to but there are only 2 seats. Never had a bad experience just think they need to work on making the special pretzels taste better All in all good nice cute spot to come with the family Buffalo chicken pretzel: the pretzel texturally is really good not soggy not to hard. The filling was really good there was alot of chicken but since they fried it it became really soggy like mush like u know when u eat can vegetables and u can squish them in ur hand and they completely disintegrate. So they should have grilled it or panfried it The dipping sauce was also really good i ate all of it its that cant believe its not butter with buffalo sauce. I just wish they would fill the whole pretzel up cUse when u finish ur left with alot of pretzel Cookie doe pretzel :this was really could i was skeptical because alot of people use cheap chocolate thats not that good but it was really good. It was really like eating cookie doe from a bowl. Again they need to fill the whole thing up with the ingredient because u end up with alot of pretzel left over n a dipping sauce would have been perfect. Italian pretzel provolone cheese with marinara sauce: picture a gormea pretzel dog. It was really good the spices on top were really delicious wish there was some on the bottom or more on top. The actual sausage was really tender. It was a plain sausage i wish it would have been a spicy one. They needed to grill it because i think it tastes better if they cant grill it then panfry it for some texture. Regarding the marinara sauce it was cold they should have warmed it up it was a really plain sauce nothing special alot of oregano Pretzel bread pudding: the texture of it was good not to dry could be a lil more moist though. when i was eating it i didnt see alot of apples in it. The sauce is like a cinnamon bun with cinnamon in it though i didnt really care for the sauce on it wasnt my favorite i was expecting something really amaizin and different wouldnt order again.
(3)Tiffany C.
If you love pretzels, you need to come here! The thing is, it's hard to get a good pretzel. Really. Then throw in a 'stuffed' pretzel. Wow! So it's a tiny joint in Winfield that has some out door seating and two bar stools inside. But from what I have seen and experienced, it's hard to even make it back to your car once you have to goods in your hand. They have your regular slated pretzel, which, if you know anything about pretzels...t requires yellow mustard! These pretzels are tasty and just the right amount of salt and chew on the 'skin' of the pretzel. You can purchase cheese dip and other dips. The cheese dip is good. They have a few other pretzels that have some cheese on the outside of them, great as well. Now the 'stuffed' pretzels....they serve a fixed stuffed pretzel menu every day...one kind of stuffed pretzel each day of the week. The bottom part of the pretzel is what is stuffed. The Porker is lick your lips delicious, Jack cheese stuffed is amazing.... On Saturdays they have a 'wild card' stuffed pretzel that you can get hints about what it will be on Facebook. It's not just a pretzel!!!!!
(5)S N.
Stopped here today for the first time after hearing good things about it. My boyfriend and I each got the Jack Cheese Stuffed pretzel, he got a side of cheese sauce and I got a cup of tomato basil soup. It was REALLY GOOD! I love soft pretzels and would eat them every day if there were a healthy way to do so, haha. They were very filling (it's basically like eating a sandwich for lunch). I wish I could stop in there often but I live about 45 minutes away, and my work schedule doesn't allow me to get out there when they're open. I will go back someday though!
(5)Angela P.
The stuffed pretzels at Gnarly Knots are awesome. I had the Pepperoni Pizza for lunch. The regular pretzels are thick, maybe 2-3 times the size of those mall pretzels, so the stuffed pretzels are even more monstrous. It came with a side of marinara sauce for dipping. I also tried the Cinnamon Sugar pretzel, which wasn't anything special. It needed more cinnamon and sugar! The savory stuffed pretzels are the star of the show here. They also give out free mini pretzels on National Pretzel Day - who knew there was such a thing? Bonus points for stocking Blood Orange Pellegrino in the cooler. I feel like this place is sort of in the middle of nowhere, but it's not. The business is located in an old, charming white house, near Central DuPage Hospital. Their hours are really limited, so you have to go during the day or on the weekend. So if you have your heart set on the day's special, get there early in case they sell out. There are 3 stools inside, and some picnic tables around back.
(4)Brande O.
A PRETZEL RESTAURANT! This might actually be my definition of heaven. As soon as I saw this place come across my Yelp feed, I bookmarked it for a visit. Yes, I actually drove about an hour round-trip to eat a pretzel, and it was totally worth it. First let me say that I love the whole idea of this place. I checked out their website shortly after seeing it here, and their story is great. A true little community support success story. It is nice to see, and I feel even better to help support that too. A little about the place - I see that it often gets quite crowded, though we didn't have that issue during our visit (around 12:30 on a Saturday). There were other people there, but we didn't have to wait in line and they had plenty of hot fresh pretzels ready. They have two parking lots available, so plenty of space, though the restaurant itself is very tiny. It is a walk-up establishment with a tiny indoor waiting area and a counter for eating that only seats about 2-3 people. It is a converted house, so most of the space is in the back for cooking the food. They do have a few tables outside though, if the weather is nice and you want to "dine in." I think they probably get much of their business from CDH, which is right across the intersection. They have a variety of tasty pretzels (obviously) but also soup, cookies, and pretzel buns to go. Check out their menu or their Facebook page for their daily specials, since the pretzels available rotate each day. They also have special stuffed pretzels on Saturday. My husband and I both tried the classic salted pretzel, with jalapeno cheese dip. It was great! The size is generous, and it is served warm. It isn't overly salted, and tastes delicious. I'd definitely like to go back to try their other types, especially the stuffed, but wanted to stay traditional for our first visit. If you love pretzels, you've got to try these guys out!
(5)Gina V.
This are the best stuffed pretzels ever. I had the cinnamon sugar today. I did not cared for it it was too tuff to chew or bite into it. I love the Italian beef it is amazing. It comes with beef juice on the side and hot gardinera it is a meal on its on. The pulled pork with grilled onions is delicious. The French onion soup is ok a little too sour for me.
(4)Mad I.
Wow. Seriously! This place is really worth it, I mean, we are talking executing your product to the fullest degree! You will not find a better pretzel, you just won't. Promise! The plain is amazing, crunchy outside (but not too crunchy) and yummie dough pulling goodness inside. Get a dipping sauce and have a hay day! Stuffed Pretzel: Pork Burrito that day: awesome! Tender pork, black beans, rice and a side of sour cream. Cracked out Chipolte, lol How did they get that in there?!? Dollar Soup add on: totally worth it!! French onion and clam chowder, both pretty tasty. Chocolate Pretzel crossiant: Life changed. No really ;) *No bathroom & no seating in the winter. Eating in your car does kind suck......
(5)Caroline M.
So..my review is probably a little overdue. My husband and I have now been here several times and we will continue to return. The first day we went here, it was a "pretzel dog" with an italian sausage. He got an oreo cheesecake stuffed pretzel. We have been back a handful of times, but that visit remains our favorite. The italian dog was just the right amount of juicy and delicious. Other pretzels we have enjoyed include: tuxedo white chocolate cake, bacon/tator tot, italian beef, gyro, meatball/mozzarella, and caramel apple stuffed. They were all delicious. Follow them on Facebook and you can find out what their special stuffed pretzel is on Friday, for Saturday.
(5)Michael G.
Mercy this place is delish! You cant go wrong with the pretzel dog. Outstanding! nom nom nom
(5)Tracie D.
How does such a thing occur and work so well?? Large, delicious pretzels filled with ooey goodness like lemon cookie dough and Cajun chicken (two pretzel options-savory and sweet)! The lines moves fast, the menu is simple with 4-6 kinds of pretzels to choose from. It was perfect for a day you crave a hot soft pretzel and even better that the pretzels are excellent quality. They also have a soup menu so you can make a proper meal out of your stop. If they add homemade lemonade for the summer (hint) I'd become a regular pretty quickly. Do check this out for yourself, it is worth the stop and will likely be a hit with the kids as well.
(4)Rubrya G.
Best preztle I have ever has hands down!!!! So lucky it's so close to me !!! Had the chicken par stuffted preztle it came with a sauce everything was delicious!!! Can't wait to try the other flavors!!! It's good for pick up and leave only
(5)Amanda S.
My first Saturday experience was a pleasant one. Apparently the line started to form at 10:30 but our group didn't make it until 11:30 and weren't too far back in line. Once the doors opened, things seemed to move pretty fast. My only complaint is because the shop is so small, crowds had little room to move while waiting for their food. These specialty pretzels are totally worth their $6 price tag. Considering these were my first stuffed pretzel, I was surprised to see only the bottom was stuffed. But I can't blame them, stuffing the entire thing would be a major pain in the ass. The beef brisket was phenomenal. I seriously want their brisket recipe. This thing was stuffed full too, no skimping on the meat. The Oreo cheesecake was really good, not sure if I'd get it again. I love cheesecake and maybe it was because it was warm, the cheesecake had a different texture but the taste was definitely there. I also tried their original pretzel chips. They were average. Less salty than the ones you get in the grocery store but I'm happy to support local businesses.
(4)Brent S.
I had been meaning to check this place out for a while now. Well the stars aligned and I took my chance. I ordered the Italian beef and the cinnamon sugar with a side of the cinnamon creme dipping sauce. Italian beef - this thing was delicious, loaded with very tasty Italian beef, it came with a side of hot gardinera and au jus. I would highly recommend this pretzel to anyone. 8/10 Cinnamon sugar - this one on the other hand was quite bland, even with the cinnamon creme dip. I am a huge fan of cinnamon raisin bagels. I wanted this to be the cinnamon crunch bagel from panera, lots of flavor on the top and tiny pockets of cinnamon goo throughout the pretzel. What it seemed like was a standard pretzel that someone dropped in a bucket of cinnamon sugar topping. I would give this a 4/10 Would I go back? Yes, but only for the daily specials and to try the soups.
(3)Adam B.
Now THAT is a real pretzel! It was a Friday, so I got the pretzel dog with a soda. The hot dog was thick and juicy, no skimpy wieners here. The pretzel was crispy and incredibly soft, which are both absolute musts for a soft pretzel. $7 wasn't too bad. But, really, I have to pay for mustard? With a hot dog, that should be included. I will return for a cinnamon-sugar and probably an Italian beef one of these days.
(4)Roger M.
First time today. Had porker, black bean soup. Both were awesome! Soup homemade was so good. Great value. Pretzel was soft and wonderful. Can't wait to go back again. Also got a pretzel dog and French onion soup. They were surprisingly great as well. This place is a gem. Nice people too. Please please expand to aurora or naperville!!
(5)Julie J.
Great pizza pretzel and lemon chicken noodle soup. Picnic table around back was perfect. Check 'em our on Facebook to find out what the pretzels of the day are.
(5)Toni H.
It was our first time visiting Gnarly Knots. After seeing a spot on Chicago's Best and all the reviews on here, just had to try it. Was not disappointed! I love small, local businesses that do what they do, well! It's near downtown Winfield, in a small house that is buzzing with people. I can see why. It is tiny, with no indoor seating, but really cute. You get what you want and go. They do have a picnic table, maybe 2 outside, but I'm sure most people eat it in their cars or take it to go. They have a limited menu and a special stuffed pretzel of the day. They say get there early, because you might not get one if you get there too late. We got there in time to get one of the special Monterey Jack cheese stuffed. OMG was it good! That little bit chewy on the outside, tender on the inside and it seemed like there was a pound of beautiful, gooey cheese inside. It really was perfection! We also got a couple Pretzel Dogs. They put the jumbo beef hot dogs in there. I just loved it. I bet they have dipping sauces for these, but when you're a newbie and overly excited about everything, we forgot to ask or look, but even if there are sauces, they were delicious without anything at all! I just looked at their website. They have sauces. Big dummy here. We shared one of the cinnamon sugar pretzels. This was my least favorite and only because I felt like it was missing some icing or something. And again.. probably my fault for not looking around.. cause I'm a spaz like that. It's obvious they use quality ingredients and put a lot of care into their product. If it wasn't hot, today, I would love to try some of their soup, sometime. I bet it's just as good as their pretzels! Will come back, for sure!
(5)Timothy M.
It's been a gnarly day so I figure why not go to a gnarly knot. I've seen all these reviews saying how great it is so I wanted to check it out myself. It's a very quaint place in downtown Winfield. Walking in I can see how tight it can be on a busy Saturday with a line around the building. It's great to see them having such great business from local entrepreneurs. Plus, they are looking to expand so I look forward to that. Now let's get to the good stuff. Their pretzels are enormous. Very soft, fluffy, crispy. Just the way you want them to be. I had the cinnamon sugar which I was really impressed with. Plus I had a side of Nutella, so how does it get much better. My girlfriend got the salted pretzel with a side of nacho cheese. I was impressed with how good the cheese was and both sides were only 50 cents each. I also thought the prices on the pretzels are reasonable considering how much you get. I know I'll be back again to try their specialities like the cinnamon roll, caramel apple and their other daily specials. It's like having a pretzel party in my mouth.
(4)Thomas M.
Gourmet stuffed pretzels offer a different and unusual change for lunch; they're a great alternative to a sandwich or a burger. Gnarly Knots has a nice selection of soups to accompany your stuffed pretzel, too. Very tasty. This is a mainly a takeout place, but they do have a few outdoor seats for when the weather is nice. And they only offer a few types of pretzels each, so check their menu ahead of time. Because they only make so many per day, they almost always sell out. Thankfully, the solution is easy: Just get there early!
(5)Courtney C.
There are some places you see on Yelp and make it your life mission to visit within a 7 day period. After seeing Heidi K's review on the 3rd, I knew that I'd need to make a visit stat. I talked to one of my friends whom, much like me, is always down for a good road trip. We decided to head here this past Tuesday. I was already aware of the mnimal seating from prior reviews but it was a nice day out, so at the very least- I knew we could just bask in the sun and hang out on the curb. We were fortunate enough to grab the one and only patio table right as someone else was heading out. Woohoo! I ordered the french onion soup and the POTD (pretzel of the day.. I just made that up) which was salami and provolone. I asked the girl working what her recommendation was on sauce and she said the mustard. My friend ordered the cheese topped with nacho cheese, as well as a soup. Our total was around $18 which I thought was a good price. Also, the girl working was really friendly. My pretzel was heaven on earth. The dough itself was perfect and the salami inside was sooo good. The mustard really complemented the pretzel well and I ended up using all of it. I honestly could have ordered two mustards that's how good they were. They list their daily pretzels and soups on the website, so make sure to check it out. I also found out from perusing their site that they will be on Chicago's Best soon. The only docked star is they REALLY need a bigger place soon. We came in around 1 PM and there wasn't much room to stand to wait for our pretzel. Hopefully they're so successful that they expand to a 2nd location soon!
(4)Sarah H.
We have been here twice now. All I have to say is UH-MAY-ZING. Truly. Our first visit was the pork burrito stuffed pretzel. I have to admit, when I read that day's special I was not impressed. In fact, it didn't sound appealing to me at all. But, we were dying to give this place a try and we weren't sure when we'd get another opportunity to get there (it's probably about a 35-40 minute drive) so we went. And I am SO GLAD we did. I tried that pork burrito stuffed and it was .... no words. Just fantastic. The flavor was excellent. Everything about it was great. This past weekend we stopped in for the chicken parmesan stuffed. It, too, was delicious, but so far that pork burrito remains the #1 choice (but, I've only been lucky enough to try 2 of the many kinds they make...). We've also tried the chocolate croissant pretzel as well as the lemon cookie. Both were also very, very good. But, for the price -- I'd almost rather buy another stuffed and forgo the dessert. Can't wait to go again -- I've got my eyes on the gyro, italian beef, bbq brisket and reuben stuffed!!
(5)Laura V.
Amazing. We were out that way for something else and I decided to check what was nearby on yelp. Gnarly Knots came up and after seeing the pictures of the gigantic pretzels I knew we had to go. Omg. So good. I got the Black Forrest cake pretzel. There was a big chunk of chocolate cake with chocolate frosting and cherries. My son got the regular salted pretzel and my husband got the pretzel dog. The pretzel dog was really really good too. It's almost an hour from home for us but I think we will probably try to make it out here more often to try the others.
(5)Heidi K.
Gnarly Knots has been on my radar for about the last 8 months or so. Due to their hours, I was only able to check them out on Saturday (and that goes for repeat visits in the future as well), which was a bit of a headache. You see, unlike the size of their pretzels, GN and its lot are small. It took me a few attempts to park. I first pulled in to find no parking. So I left and came back about an hour later and managed to snag the last open spot. Then there's the shop itself. Folks, there's no dining in here. There's a picnic table out back, a small bistro table near the door, and a tiny bar with two stools right when you walk in, but that's it. Grab your pretzel n' move along. The line was out the door but luckily it moved fairly quickly. Once inside, I noticed today's specials were the oreo and cheesecake pretzel, and the tator tot, bacon, and cheese pretzel. Say what?!?! Oreo and cheesecake in a pretzel? Bacon, tator tots AND cheese?! Sweet mother of jesus... why have I NOT attempted to visit here sooner? I knew immediately the tator tot version would be my choice (the cheesecake wouldn't have sat well with me. *sigh). After a few minutes of standing in line, it was finally my turn to order. I ordered the above mentioned special and a bottle of water. The total came out to a little over $8. Quite the sticker shock, but I quickly got over it and paid. I received my pretzel (hot and fresh from the oven, nonetheless) and made my way back to my car. I opened the bag and once I saw the size of the pretzel, the price tag justified the product. Fans of Auntie Anne's, take note- those "pretzel perfect pretzels everytime" don't stand a chance to Gnarly Knots. First of all these pretzels are HUGE. They are stuffed with delicious goodies. They are thick, soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor (depending on what you get, of course). Secondly, if you neglected to eat the pretzel the day you purchased it (blasphemy!), its rock hard structure could easily be used days later to ward off a carjacker or rabid animal attack. Okay, maybe not, but I wouldn't rule it out completely. Gnarly Knots has won me over; hands down they have the best pretzels ever. It's too bad I'm not in the immediate neighborhood anymore; although a hop, skip, and a jump better suits my waistline and wallet, anyway.
(5)Sarah C.
I don't get the hype. I tried a pepperoni pizza pretzel and it was ok. Definitely not something I would wait in line for. I like the pretzel chips but you can get them at Standard Market.
(3)Angus W.
They don't do a lot, but they do it great! I've been all twisted up because last Friday; my wife Lisa and I were going to go here from her appointment at Central DuPage... Unfortunately, her appointment ran late and I had to run to my next appointment. So she went to Gnarly Knot's without me! She had a cheese pretzel and french onion soup.. said it was excellent... (insert eyeroll) Lisa was asking what I wanted to do for lunch today... she threw ou a couple of ideas.. so me (feeling a bit salty) said that I might just run over to Gnarly Knots later. "I want to go" was her reply... and so it was.. Today (Wednesday) is BRISKET Stuffed Pretzel day. Yup, you read that right. So that's what we got, along with the Garlic Mashed Potato Soup, a Big Honking Chocolate Chip Cookie of Delightfulness, a container of their Chili (frozen, for later) and two bags of their Pretzel Chips. The pretzels were crazy good, as was the soup. They only have one special a day, but I could happily eat any and all of them, I'm knotty that way.
(5)Nichole C.
Gnarly Knots Pretzel Co. just happens to be REALLY CLOSE to Central DuPage Hospital which just happens to have pretty terrible food (CDH, not GK). After a day of surviving on ice chips, water, and then jello, I was phening for some real food. And not of the hospital variety. Enter Gnarly Knots. And a sister-in-law willing to pick it up and bring it in (thanks, Jess!). As soon as she walked in the door I was handing over the baby and mangia'ing on some HUGE delicious pretzels. The daily special was the stuffed cheese one and it was amazing. The stuffing ends up being in one section of the pretzel and doesn't go throughout the whole thing, but the pretzel by itself is awesome too so it works out. The cheese dipping sauce (because apparently I like to dip my cheese in more cheese) was kind of spicy but it was also really good. Next time I'm in the area (hopefully not because I'm at the hospital) I will certainly be stopping by for another try. I NEED to have an Italian Beef stuffed pretzel and a cinnamon sugar one too. Though hopefully I'd do it in two trips...guess we'll see how rational I am next time I'm there.
(4)Karma K.
Hell yeah! This place does one thing and one thing only and they do this one thing better than anyone else! P R E T Z E L S ! ! They've expanded their menu so their daily pretzel of the day changes more frequently and that is a good thing. Pulled pork stuffed pretzel? Yep! Cheese stuffed pretzel? Yep! Italian Sausage stuffed pretzel? Yep! A Vienna beef dog wrapped in pretzel dough? Yep! You get the picture. They also do a variety of soups. I hear they are quite good but for me it is all about the carb laden stuffed wonderment of a pretzel that gets me every time. Don't forget to get a side of mustard sauce made with creme fraiche. Delicious! I love seeing the line outside the door on Saturday mornings. During nice weather, it takes on a carnival like atmosphere with folks tossing footballs and frisbees. You cannot help but smile when you see that! As others have noted, this is a little house and the kitchen takes up pretty much all the space. So grab your pretzel to go and thank the pretzel God for creating this wonderful little indie place.
(5)Candi P.
Watch out Auntie Anne's! Best pretzel I've ever had! I had the garlic Parmesan and the fiancé had cheese topped. Both were perfection. Can't wait to come early next time and try a stuffed pretzel or a pretzel dog!
(5)Michael L.
Best pretzels in the area! Our only problem is that they are not open late enough, and the only way they can solve that is by making pretzels through out the day. When we come here, the staff is friendly and their pretzels are always amazing!
(5)Steve S.
The little lady had a number of places bookmarked for us to try while we were in the hospital for the birth of our daughter. The first solid meal she could eat came from Gnarly Knots. Since we'd never been there before our order was WAY too big. We got the special of the day (Monterrey Jack stuffed), a parmesan garlic, a pretzel dog, and some creamy tomato soup. All of the pretzels were excellent. The hot dog inside the pretzel was HUGE, almost too big (that's what she said). The soup was good but not great. I'll definitely go back, as I really want to get my hands on the Italian beef stuffed pretzel (Thursday Special).
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