Discover Asheville’s Best Beer & Breweries

One World West nails that perfect West Asheville brewpub vibe—chill, spacious, with a seriously good lineup of house-crafted beers. The outdoor stage and patio area make it a go-to for sunny day hangs, casual nights with friends, or catching a live set that veers from jazz to indie to funk. The taproom upstairs is bright and welcoming, a great spot to sip their unique brews brewed fresh downstairs. Plus, rotating food trucks mean you’re never far from something tasty to pair with your pint. The taproom's atmosphere balances community connection with creativity, regularly hosting live music, food trucks, and special events year-round. Ample parking is available behind the venue via Allen Street. One World Brewing embraces a mission to inspire positive environmental and social change through collaboration with artists, musicians, and local nonprofits, fostering an inclusive and engaged community.

Located just outside of Downtown Asheville, Sweeten Creek Brewing is dedicated to delivering crisp, clean, true-to-style craft beer and has Bears Smokehouse BBQ on site! Dog and family friendly! 800 sgft fenced in dog park and a Large creekside lawn

Asheville Brewing Company, founded in 1998, is one of Western North Carolina’s original craft breweries with two unique locations in North Asheville and Downtown Asheville. Beyond award-winning craft beers like their Ninja Porter and Perfect Day IPA, they offer a full menu of pub favorites, from hand-tossed pizzas to burgers and vegan options. Their North Asheville spot stands out with an in-house movie theater showing new releases at some of the best prices in town, plus a lively and game room for hours of fun.

If you’re heading just north of Asheville to Woodfin, Riverside Rhapsody is the kind of brewery that feels like a second home. Started by two homebrew buddies who turned their passion into a local favorite, this spot nails classic craft beers with a few creative twists. The taproom’s got a cozy indoor bar plus plenty of picnic tables outside, where you can kick back with friends or bring your dog along. And if you’re hungry, you won’t have to wander far — Iron Oak Brisket Co. is right next door serving up top-notch BBQ that pairs perfectly with a cold pint.

Located in the South Slope of Asheville, the Funkatorium is the East Coast’s first sour beer dedicated taproom. Featuring over a dozen varieties of these styles on draught, visitors can expect a full immersion into the old world way of experiencing and appreciating beer along with a creative food menu.

Since 2008, Wedge Brewing Co has been a beloved neighborhood brewery with three spots in Asheville—from the River Arts District to the lively Grove Arcade downtown. Known for their solid lineup of craft beers like the Iron Rail IPA and rotating stouts, the Wedge offers welcoming atmospheres where friends gather to catch up, share ideas, and enjoy a local brew. Each location brings its own charm, whether it’s the big patio at Foundy Street overlooking the railroad tracks or the cozy vibes of Grove Arcade during a night out. Enjoy time indoors or on one of their large patios overlooking the railroad tracks. Food trucks frequently rotate on-site, adding tasty options to pair with your local brew.

The River Arts District Brewing Company, better known as RAD Brew Co., is a community-focused craft brewery tucked into a restored historic stonecutter’s workshop right at the gateway to Asheville’s River Arts District. With a rotating selection of in-house ales and lagers—plus local cider, ginger beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options, RAD Brew Co. champions variety and creativity. The taproom features both cozy indoor seating and a sprawling outdoor beer garden, making it a great hangout for sunny afternoons or laid-back evenings.

12 Bones Smokehouse and Brewing is a must-visit if you’re into classic Southern BBQ paired with a solid selection of house-brewed beers. Open since the brewery addition in 2019, it offers plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, including a pet-friendly spot near the train tracks. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, making it a perfect spot to kick back with friends, enjoy smoky ribs, pulled pork, and a rotating lineup of craft beers. They keep things simple but satisfying with great daily specials and a menu full of Southern favorites that pair well with their beers. It’s a casual setting where the focus is on good food, good drinks, and a chill vibe.

Located in downtown Asheville, the Brew Pub is the original home of Wicked Weed Brewing. Here you will find a full restaurant, downstairs tap room and beer garden, bottle shop, and original 15 barrel brewery. Complete with 2 pet-friendly outdoor patios, guests are sure to find the brewery experience suited to them. Please note they do not accept reservations or call ahead seating and they are family friendly!

Salt Face Mule is a new brewery with amazing food, wine, liquor and 36 holes of mini golf!

Ginger’s Revenge is Asheville’s original craft ginger beer brewery and tasting room, located at 829 Riverside Drive. Specializing in gluten-free, alcoholic ginger beers brewed with 95% organic ingredients, Ginger’s Revenge offers a rotating selection of creative flavors like Cranberry Herb, Hibiscus Lavender, Lime Agave, and fun small-batch seasonals. The Riverside taproom features eight ginger beers on tap, draft cocktails, snacks, occasional food trucks, local guest beers, non-alcoholic options, and regular live music sessions. The space is welcoming, wheelchair accessible, and ideal for casual hangouts or gatherings with friends.

Mills River Brewing Co. is a family-owned brewery and taproom with a big outdoor vibe, located at 336 Banner Farm Road in Mills River, just outside Asheville. Known for its spacious beer garden, rotating house-brewed beers, live music, trivia, and laid-back, dog-friendly space, Mills River Brewing also offers craft cocktails, local cider, and a full bar. The taproom is a popular stop for both locals and visitors, pairing southern hospitality with fun community events, food trucks, corn hole, and fire pits.

Zillicoah Beer Company sits on the banks of the French Broad River, just north of downtown Asheville in Woodfin. Renowned for open-fermented farmhouse ales and lagers, Zillicoah specializes in small-batch beers crafted with a blend of tradition and creativity. Reopened after major flood repairs in 2025, the brewery is back with new energy—offering up to a dozen taps (plus cider and wine), a rotating lineup of food trucks, and some of the best riverside seating in the Asheville area. Their approach favors longer, slower fermentation, with a cellar dedicated to clean lagers and wild ales fermented in foeders, barrels, and open tanks. Family-friendly on Sundays, 21+ the rest of the week, and always welcoming dogs outdoors.

Turgua Brewing is a farmhouse-style brewery, cidery, and meadery located alongside Cane Creek in Fairview—just southeast of Asheville. Specializing in small-batch beers, ciders, and meads crafted primarily with locally farmed ingredients, Turgua champions sustainable agriculture and wild Appalachian flavors. The taproom, transformed from an old tractor shed, features a bright, open indoor space and sprawling creekside outdoor seating with live music, food trucks, and plenty of room for families and dogs.

French Broad River Brewery, located at the edge of Biltmore Village, has been part of Asheville’s craft beer scene since 2000. The taproom is all about European-inspired beers, from crisp pilsners and hazy IPAs to rich porters. Pair a pint with hand-tossed pizza from their in-house kitchen (when open) or check out the food truck schedule. The space is laid-back, family-friendly, and dog-friendly, with games and big-screen TVs for sports fans.

Hillman Beer is a family-owned microbrewery and pub located on Sweeten Creek Road near Biltmore Village. Opened in 2017, this inviting taproom has built its reputation on classic, true-to-style beers—think robust ESBs, Kölschs, Hefeweizens, Brown Ales, and lagers—served fresh in a space designed with community, comfort, and conversation in mind. Hillman’s kitchen features standout sandwiches, burgers, melts, wraps, and creative salads, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, making it a go-to for regulars seeking both quality beer and satisfying food. After flood damage in 2024, the Asheville location fully reopened in December with a refreshed space and service.

Catawba Brewing Company is one of Western North Carolina’s pioneering craft breweries, established in 1999 and a central player in Asheville’s beer scene. Known for relaxed hospitality and a broad array of rotating house brews, Catawba’s Asheville taproom on Banks Avenue featured 30 taps, guided tastings, and North Carolina’s oldest barrel-aging program in its intimate Rickhouse bar. As of March 2025, the South Slope location is closing, but Catawba has announced plans to reopen at a new Asheville spot later this spring. Their commitment to approachable, high-quality beer, friendly service, and vibrant community events remains as strong as ever.

Wicked Weed West is located inside the 50-barrel production brewery in West Asheville. This taproom and patio offer guests a front-row seat to the brewing process along with an ever-rotating lineup of Wicked Weed’s signature West Coast-inspired IPAs, open-fermented Belgians, barrel-aged sours, and seasonal creations. The taproom is family and dog friendly, with an inviting outdoor patio space perfect for warm-weather visits. Wicked Weed has reinforced its connection to the Asheville community by reinvesting in production improvements and expanding its facilities.

Archetype Brewing, founded in 2016 and based in West Asheville, is renowned for its innovative approach to brewing. Their focus on creating complex, mindful beers that reflect Asheville’s vibrant craft scene has made them a staple among locals and visitors alike. Their spacious taproom on Haywood Road offers a welcoming atmosphere, featuring a rotating selection of carefully crafted beers, from Belgian-inspired brews to experimental blends that push boundaries. The brewery is committed to sustainability, community engagement, and delivering a memorable experience for all who visit.

Twin Leaf Brewery is a creative and community-driven brewery located in Asheville’s celebrated South Slope district at 144 Coxe Avenue. Founded in 2014 by Tim Weber, the brewery focuses on classic Belgian, English, and American-style ales with rotating lagers, IPAs, sours, and adventurous brews. Twin Leaf’s taproom features industrial-chic decor, cozy open floor plans, and games that encourage connection, making it a welcoming place for friends, families, and beer lovers alike.

Hi-Wire Brewing started in 2013 in Asheville’s South Slope Brewery District and quickly grew into a multi-location favorite. Their original 2,700 sq. ft. specialty brewery serves innovative yet approachable craft beers, with a focus on balanced lagers and ales alongside creative sours and barrel-aged stouts. In 2015, they expanded with a large production brewery and taproom in Biltmore Village, offering guests an immersive look at the brewing process while enjoying fresh pints in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Across locations, Hi-Wire emphasizes community, creativity, and quality in every pour.

Green Man Brewery, established in 1997 in Asheville’s historic South Slope district, is one of the city’s original craft beer pioneers. Known for its iconic English-style ales, the brewery started as a brewpub and evolved into one of the Southeast’s most respected producers of traditional and innovative beers. The flagship beers like the Green Man Porter, ESB, and Wayfarer IPA are staples in Asheville’s vibrant beer scene. Their expansive brewpub features a spacious taproom, a large outdoor beer garden, and a cozy pub atmosphere—perfect for relaxing with friends, catching a game, or enjoying live music.

The Whale Collective is Asheville’s first craft beer collective, bringing together some of the world’s best and most unique beers under one roof. Located in West Asheville, it offers a cozy, art-filled taproom with a massive selection of brews ranging from German pilsners to wild sours and rare global finds. The vibe is laid-back and dog-friendly with an open patio and food available from the neighboring Haywood Common Kitchen.

Burial Beer Co., born in 2013 out of a renovated transmission shop in Asheville’s South Slope, is a cornerstone of the local craft beer scene. The original taproom is a gritty, laid-back spot featuring two bars, indoor and outdoor seating, and a full kitchen serving up seasonal dishes partnered with local farms and brewery by-products. Burial crafts a bold range of beers from Belgian-inspired ales to rich stouts, classic lagers, and rustic farmhouse styles. Their Forestry Camp production facility, located nearby on historic CCC grounds, offers tours and a sprawling taproom with 24 taps and a killer cocktail list.

Ben’s Tune Up is a unique spot in Asheville’s South Slope, blending an American sake brewery with an Asian fusion restaurant and open-air beer garden. Housed in a converted auto shop, Ben’s offers a quirky, laid-back vibe ideal for sipping sake, craft beer, or creative cocktails. Outdoor picnic tables, live music on weekends, and dog-friendly spaces make it a welcoming hangout for all.

Terra Nova Beer Co. is nestled in Asheville’s South Slope neighborhood, offering a lush, nature-inspired brewery and beer garden experience. The tasting room features towering brew tanks, stunning murals, and a preserved moss rune wall, creating a cozy yet vibrant atmosphere. Outdoors, the shaded beer garden, filled with native plants, invites you to relax with a pint. Sip from a rotating lineup of 18 old-world-inspired beers, plus wines, highball cocktails, and non-alcoholic options. Mission Pizza’s award-winning Creole Southern food perfectly rounds out the menu.

DSSOLVR is Asheville’s surreal craft brewery and taproom, located on North Lexington Avenue downtown. Known for pushing the boundaries with genuinely creative and experimental beers, the brewery invites guests into a vibrant, art-filled space with a funky, otherworldly vibe. Their taproom showcases an eclectic mix of IPAs, stouts, sours, and innovative specialty brews that keep locals and visitors coming back for more. The outdoor patio and frequent live music events make it a lively spot to chill.

The Bier Garden in Asheville is a lively sports bar and beer lover’s paradise, boasting Asheville’s largest beer selection — over 250 options from around the world. Located downtown on Haywood Street, it’s a perfect spot to catch the game, unwind with friends, and sample beers from local favorites to international breweries. Their extensive menu features American fusion classics, from juicy burgers and sandwiches to street food-style bites like wings and fries, with late-night service until midnight.

Cellarest Beer Project brings a fresh take on the West Asheville brewery scene, serving up small-batch beers brewed onsite with a serious focus on local ingredients. The open-air taproom and garden are all about laid-back vibes, complete with rotating brews poured through European serving tanks for maximum freshness. Expect unique sours, lagers, wild ales, cider, wine, and even gluten-reduced options—all crafted to showcase Appalachian flavor.

White Labs Kitchen & Tap fuses science and craft to create unique beer and culinary experiences in Asheville. Located on South Charlotte Street, this brewpub is known for experimenting with yeast in everything from their beers to sourdough pizza crust, burgers, and even kimchi fries. Expect a tap list full of fresh, rotating house beers, all crafted as part of the brewery’s research and development. Pair your pint with wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas, vegan and gluten-free options, and plenty of local flavor.