The Very Best Breweries in Charlotte 🍺
Charlotte is home to a lot of breweries, and it is fast becoming one of the best places in the country for beer lovers. There are plenty of places to find great beer in Charlotte, and new breweries are popping up all the time. If you’re looking for a good place to start, here’s a list of the best breweries in Charlotte.
Bulldog Taproom
2447 Park Rd B, Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 507-5638
Bulldog in Southend specializes in craft beer with so many options on tap. They also serve wine and liquor cocktails so they can please everyone that walks in! This is such a great spot whether you’re grabbing drinks after work with your buddies or you’re going out on a Saturday night. The vibe is very laid back and welcoming here. They have darts on one side and plenty of seating and standing room everywhere else if you just want to socialize. On a nice night, hang out on their outside patio while enjoying a refreshing brew. Bulldog is also walking distance to several other bars and restaurants so it’s in the perfect location!
Catawba Brewing Company Charlotte
933 Louise Ave #105, Charlotte, NC 28204
(980) 498-6145
Catawba Brewing Company celebrated its 10-year anniversary in 2012, and now has four brewpubs, one of which is located in Charlotte! They are best known for the popular White Zombie White Ale. Their tap room offers up to 12 beers on tap with their classics always on. Furthermore, you can purchase kegs, bombers and growlers to go! The atmosphere is friendly, and there are games to play with your friends!
Heist Brewery
2909 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 375-8260
Since 2012, Heist has been one of Charlotte’s premier brewpubs, creating a wide variety of small batch beers and showcasing a tremendous food menu. This balance is best exemplified by their Sunday Brunch Buffet, now back in action after a COVID hiatus.
This spread would be impressive even if it weren’t a brewery, but that fact gives it extra credit. Load up your plate with all you can think of: shrimp and grits, lamb chops, chicken and waffles, assorted fruit, biscuits and gravy, a wide variety of flatbreads, different juices, coffee, and more. They also have specials for mimosas, beer pitchers, and more. What are you waiting for, book your reservation now!
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NoDa Brewing Company
2921 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28206
(704) 900-6851
NoDa Brewing Company is located in the heart of NoDa, and they’ve been brewing up some delicious craft beer since 2011. Their tap room offers daily tours, pints, growlers, bottles to go, t-shirts, brewery swag and more! They are known for their Coco Loco Porter and Jam Session IPA. Furthermore, NoDa Brewing partners with local non-profits and donates a percentage of the sales to their cause!
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Triple C Brewing Company
2900 Griffith St, Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 372-3212
Triple C Brewing is located in South End, and is the largest of all 5 Charlotte breweries. They offer tours on Saturdays with tastings included, just make sure to check their website for more information! Their tap room is always open Tuesday through Sunday where you can get pints, growlers to go, bottles and kegs. Triple C’s best known beer is their 3C IPA, but they always have something new on tap for you to explore! If you want to support a local business and have a great time, Triple C Brewing is the place for you!
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Lenny Boy Brewing Co.
3000 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28217
(980) 585-1728
Lenny Boy Brewing Co. is a local, organic brewery in the heart of South End. They are best known for their Kombucha, which is a fermented tea that is lightly carbonated and has a sweet and sour taste. In addition to their taproom, Lenny Boy also has a full-service kitchen that offers food like sandwiches, salads and entrees. They also have weekly events like yoga and trivia, so be sure to check their website for more information! Lenny Boy is perfect for anyone who wants to support a local, organic business!
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Brewers at 4001 Yancey
4001-A, Yancey Rd, Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 452-4001
Brewers at 4001 Yancey is a small, intimate brewery located in South End. They specialize in Belgian and French style ales. In addition to their beer, they also serve wine and cider. They offer tastings and tours on Saturdays, and you can purchase growlers, bottles and kegs to go! Brewers at 4001 Yancey is perfect for anyone who wants to experience a variety of different local beer on tap. In addition, they have a patio that’s perfect for enjoying the Carolina weather!
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Wooden Robot Brewery
1440 S Tryon St UNIT 110, Charlotte, NC 28203
(980) 819-7875
Wooden Robot Brewery is right across the street from NoDa Brewing Company, so you can visit both in one day! They offer daily tours with tastings included, just make sure to check their website for more information. Their tap room is open Thursday through Sunday where you can get pints, growlers to go, bottles and kegs. Wooden Robot Brewery is known for their beers that have a twist, like their Farmer’s Daughter witbier which uses fresh cucumbers. They also have a crowler machine where you can fill up 32 oz cans from any of the taps! In addition, they offer bottle releases every other Thursday, so be sure to check out their Facebook page for more information. Wooden Robot Brewery is perfect for anyone who wants to try unique, local beers!
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Birdsong Brewing Co.
1016 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28206
(704) 332-1810
Birdsong Brewing Co. is located in NoDa near NoDa Brewing Company! They have a tour on Saturdays with tastings included, check out their website for more information. They are best known for Jalapeno Pale Ale which they make every year around the Ides of March (March 15). In addition to their taproom, Birdsong also has a full service restaurant! They serve tacos, sandwiches and other beer snacks. Birdsong Brewing Co. is perfect for anyone who wants to visit NoDa and hang out in their brewery!
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Devil’s Logic Brewing
1426 E 4th St, Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 666-1001
Devil’s Logic Brewing is a newer brewery in Charlotte. They are best known for their session IPA’s which are lower in alcohol but still have the same bold taste of traditional IPAs. In addition, they also offer small batch sours! Tours on Saturdays are offered with tastings included, check out their website for more information! The taproom is open Thursday through Sunday and you can purchase pints, growlers to go, bottles and kegs. Devil’s Logic Brewing is perfect for anyone who wants to try a variety of different IPAs! Furthermore, they have a great outdoor space that is perfect for hosting events!
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Suffolk Punch Brewing
2911 Griffith St, Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 319-8650
Suffolk Punch Brewing is a new brewery in Charlotte that is best known for their English style ales. They have a tour on Saturdays with tastings included, check out their website for more information! The taproom is open Thursday through Sunday and you can purchase pints, growlers to go, bottles and kegs. Suffolk Punch Brewing is perfect for anyone who wants to experience a variety of different English style ales. In addition, they offer games such as cornhole and checkers!
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Divine Barrel Brewing
3701 N Davidson St Suite #203, Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 237-1803
Divine Barrel Brewing is a brewery that is best known for their sour and barrel aged beers. They have a tour on Saturdays with tastings included, check out their website for more information! The taproom is open Thursday through Sunday and you can purchase pints, growlers to go, bottles and kegs. Divine Barrel Brewing is perfect for anyone who wants to try sour and barrel aged beers. Furthermore, they offer games such as Jenga and Connect Four!
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Free Range Brewing
2320 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205
(980) 201-9096
Free Range Brewing is a newer brewery in Charlotte that has a tour on Saturdays and Sundays with tastings included, check out their website for more information! The taproom is open Thursday through Sunday and you can purchase pints, growlers to go, bottles and kegs. Free Range Brewing is perfect for anyone who wants to try unique beers such as their Jalapeno Cream Ale and Grapefruit IPA. In addition, they have a great outdoor space that is perfect for hosting events!
Sugar Creek Brewing Company
215 Southside Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 521-3333
Sugar Creek crafts Belgian-inspired ales like it’s a science…which it technically is! You can get a single flight that stretches from a barrel-aged quadrupel to a peach slushie. Their food menu has more traditional brewery food like nachos and pretzels, but they also have a robust section of different doner kebabs, each with the appropriate beer pairing.
For more recommendations on where to eat and drink around Charlotte, check out our city page.
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on December 22, 2021 and last updated on January 19, 2023. Please refer to restaurant websites and social media pages for the most up-to-date information.
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