Brewery Bhavana - Fenton in Cary, NC offers a cozy, culture-rich destination housed in the Fenton development. This multi-concept venue blends craft beer, botanical-inspired aesthetics, and a welcoming, cafe-like atmosphere. Guests can expect thoughtful, small-batch brews, garden-inspired décor, and a relaxed setting that encourages lingering with friends over well-paired bites. A convenient location at 850 Lower Gate Lane places it in a vibrant, community-focused area just outside downtown Raleigh, inviting locals and visitors to savor every moment from flavorful sips to artisanal bites.

Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest is a welcoming craft brewery located at 1894 S Franklin St in Wake Forest, NC. Known for its relaxed taproom atmosphere, it serves a rotating lineup of house-made beers, from crisp saisons to bold IPAs, crafted with local ingredients and community spirit. Visitors can enjoy flights, bites, and seasonal specials while soaking in the neighborhood ambiance that makes Fortnight a favorite gathering spot for beer lovers and neighbors alike.

NOCO Brews & Bites warmly welcomes guests to a vibrant hub in Raleigh, NC, at 2320 Salvage Yard Dr. Sip on thoughtfully crafted craft beers and savor flavorful bites inspired by local flavors, all in a welcoming space that blends community vibes with a casual, energetic atmosphere. Come for the rotating taps, stay for the friendly service and neighborhood charm.

Southern Peak Brewery Taproom and Pizzeria invites you to savor craft brews and artisanal pies in a vibrant, family-friendly setting. Located at 1451 Richardson Rd #130 in Apex, NC, this welcoming spot pairs small-batch ales with stone-fired pizzas, shareable bites, and a rotating lineup of events. Whether you’re meeting friends for a pint, enjoying a casual date night, or catching live music and community gatherings, Southern Peak blends bold flavors with a laid-back vibe for enthusiasts and casual diners alike.

Standard Beer + Food at 560 St Albans Dr in Raleigh, NC offers a welcoming craft-beer-focused experience paired with thoughtfully crafted bites. Enjoy a rotating lineup of local and regional brews, from hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts, alongside seasonal plates and shareable snacks. Whether you’re winding down after work, catching up with friends, or cheering on a game, it’s a relaxed spot to sip, savor, and socialize.

Oaklyn Springs Taproom - Downtown Varina. Good friends, better beer. Oaklyn Springs Brewery takes pride in serving unique, finely crafted beer you can enjoy with friends and family in our newly opened and inviting tap room. Established in 2014, Oaklyn began by building on their enthusiasm to brew the finest craft beer and are now open to boldly share our passion with friends and neighbors in the local community.

Oaklyn Springs Taproom - Downtown Apex. Good friends, better beer. Oaklyn Springs Brewery takes pride in serving unique, finely crafted beer you can enjoy with friends and family in our newly opened and inviting tap room. Established in 2014, Oaklyn began by building on their enthusiasm to brew the finest craft beer and are now open to boldly share our passion with friends and neighbors in the local community.

White Street Brewing Co., located in historic downtown Wake Forest, handcrafts flavorful, small-batch ales and lagers which you can enjoy in the taproom or at a multitude of local establishments. Boasting a rock solid flagship team of brews, including a gold winning Kolsch-Style Ale, White Street Brewing Co. also crafts superb seasonal and special release brews; such as the Russian Imperial Stout, Koschei the Dealthless.Photo credits: Will Haddock (WSBC)

Raleigh Brewing Company (RBC) was founded by home brewers who wanted to give craft beer back to the community that they hold dear. They produce six year-round brews, one seasonal beer every two months and countless experimental batches, all available at their taproom and around Raleigh. RBC is a 20 barrel commercial brewing facility with an attached home-brew supply shop and spacious tap room. They also have the Tavern Room, which will hold 40-60 people, that can be rented out and closed off for meetings, receptions, etc. Tour hours: 1st and 3rd Sat. of each month at 3pm. Brew tours are $5 and include the tour itself and a tasting of RBC's six core beers.

R&D Brewing is a team of beer industry veterans with over 150 years of beer experience.In 2017 we constructed a 3.5 bbl pilot brewing system to research, develop and gain feedback from our many connections within our community. The system created a space for innovation and creativity that allowed us to produce award-winning beers. We received a Gold Medal for the Bock and a Bronze for the Mexican Lager at the 2018 U.S. Open Beer Championship. Seven Saturdays IPA & Riviera Lager received Silver medals in the American IPA and International Style Pilsner Lager categories at the 2019 U.S. Open Beer Championship. Remix took home the bronze medal in the fruit IPA category. Our portfolio has expanded to include the Official Team Beers of the Carolina Hurricanes and Wake Forest University.That commitment to creating the perfect beer is the driving force behind our recent 20 bbl brewhouse upgrade with plans to continue expanding operations in a new 30,000+ square foot production facility located in Raleigh, N.C. that will include a taproom and outdoor beer garden. Our most recent project, the Seven Saturdays Tap Room, opened its doors in February of 2022. We look forward to you joining us there for a delicious R&D Brewing beer.

Oaklyn Springs Brewery takes pride in serving unique, finely crafted beer you can enjoy with friends and family in our newly opened and inviting tap room. Established in 2014, Oaklyn began by building on their enthusiasm to brew the finest craft beer and are now open to boldly share our passion with friends and neighbors in the local community.

Oak City Brewing Company, in historic downtown Knightdale, is conveniently located just a few minutes drive from Raleigh, Wake Forest, Wendell, Garner and Zebulon. The tap house, beer garden and nano brewery backs up to the 76-acre Knightdale Station Park and is walking distance from the Knightdale farmer's market, YMCA aquatic center, kids play area and dog park. Oak City Brewing Company is a family and dog-friendly place to come have a beer in a unique historic park-like setting.

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We are a Modern Viking Community of All Peoples. A brotherhood and sisterhood of people who are all different both on the outside and the inside, but when we come together we are one and the same joining our differences in strength and celebration to each do our small part to make the Great Feast truly great and together drink from the horn of plenty.

NRBC is a craft brewery located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Situated between North Raleigh and Downtown, NRBC is nestled just outside of the Five Points neighborhood with five other craft breweries located within a one-mile radius. NRBC focuses on Belgian ales and IPAs but also experiments with contemporary and experimental styles, offering a wide selection and something for everyone. The Taproom at NRBC is a combination of old meets new, with the original aesthetics of the brewery kept intact by only adding a simple bar, handcrafted tables and an herb garden outside. Guests are invited to take in the beauty of the building's character and enjoy each other's company while taking in a view of the Downtown city skyline, relaxing by the herb garden and drinking a beer crafted specifically for their guests in mind. The Brasserie at NRBC was added in late 2019 and is open serving European Bistro inspired fare with a N.C. a twist to complement their Belgian inspired craft beers.

Lynnwood Brewing Concern's (LBC's) original brewery location at Lynnwood Grill in North Raleigh pumps out quality brews every day. Using fresh, flavorful hops, yeast, malted barley, wheat and more, LBC creates that ideal taste that makes customers keep coming back for more. LBC also has a full-scale production facility, complete with a taproom, in the Five Points area of Raleigh.

Lynnwood Brewing Concern is a full-scale production facility, complete with a taproom and regular food truck schedule. The taproom serves a half-dozen standard brews, as well as rotating seasonal beers. The brewery uses fresh, flavorful hops, yeast, malted barley, wheat and more to create that ideal taste that makes customers keep coming back for more.

Lonerider opened its doors in Raleigh on Jan. 23, 2009 with a beer and a dream. Today, Lonerider is among the top 150 craft breweries in U.S. according to 2013 Brewers Association published data. With an eye for quality, Lonerider crafted each of its beers with the highest quality ingredients. As a result Lonerider has a portfolio of award winning beers, including honors from national contests such as GABF and U.S. Beer Open. Over the years, Lonerider has been overwhelmed by the number of outlaws with an enthusiasm for craft beers. Lonerider is proud to be located in N.C., which has undoubtedly become the Southern State for beer. Remember there is a Lonerider in all of us!Tasting Room open daily. Public tours available every other Sat., 2-5pm. Private tours also available.

KōMANA sets out to provide the highest quality in Kombucha & unique alcoholic and non-alcoholic options from around the world, including CRAFT BEER!Our vision is to create an approachable environment and product in Kombucha for everyone to explore and enjoy! We believe that everyone should be able to experience the benefits of Kombucha and intend to transform old Kombucha stigmas into positive interactions. We want to be the company that provides an atmosphere that is not only welcoming but adventurous, enjoyable and enlightening.We are here to elevate the mindful drinking movement and offer a destination like no other!

Heyday Brewing is a restaurant and brewery with a distinctly southern accent. Equal parts North Carolina and Louisiana, Heyday is built on a sincere foundation of southern hospitality. It’s also built on the shared belief that any day with great beer and great food and great friends can be a Heyday. We look forward to meeting you here.

Deep in the Umstead Industrial Park, something stirs. Amid the clank of modern machinery, a group of workers busy themselves with one of the world's oldest crafts: brewing. At Gizmo Brew Works, this meeting of contemporary technology and ancient know-how produces a tempting slate of small-batch beers. Never ones to shy away from curious guests, brewers also open up their facility for Sat. tours, walking groups through the beer-making process during 30-minute explorations. Tour hours: Sat., 2pm and 4pm.

Brewing globally inspired, locally produced ales. This brewery seeks out great ingredients and beer styles from around the globe then brings them home to Raleigh. They encourage you to "Trust Your Compass" to create your personal adventure. The taproom is a comfortable environment to find some of the best beers in Raleigh. Weekly events include Trivia, Open Mic Night, live music and a rotation of food trucks, along with games for kids of all ages. You can even bring the dog! Brewery tours available the first Sat. of each month at 2pm and 4pm.

Brewers of tasty liquids since 1995. Visit one of the oldest breweries in the state and the oldest in Wake County. Free tours every Sat., 1pm and 4pm. Taproom open Wed.-Thurs., 4-10pm; Fri., 2-10pm; Sat., noon-10pm; Sun., noon-6pm. Enjoy taproom only beers in addition to regulars. Outside seating too! Check website for events and food trucks.

Enjoy pints and flights in the inviting taproom and beer garden, or grab a growler or canned beer to go at N.C.'s first 100% women-owned microbrewery. Food trucks on-site Thurs.-Sat., and there's live music on many weekend evenings. Brewery tours available by reservation. Please visit website for complete listing of hours, brewery tours, food trucks and events.

Blackbird Brewery is a family-owned and brewer-owned local brewery in Wake Forest, NC. We are not a venture, an investment or a pet project. This is our life. You can taste it in each sip and feel it when you walk into our tap room. For out of town visitors or taproom regulars we are a place to call home, even if it’s just for an hour. At Blackbird Brewery, you’re not just one of our customers, you’re one of us.We invite you to come enjoy one of our many local beers (or two) in our 1,000 ft. taproom or our 5,000 ft. outdoor patio and beer garden in Wake Forest, N.C.

Bearded Bee Brewing Company's mission is to brew great beer using local ingredients, support the honeybee and local beekeepers, and create a place for the community to gather. The brewery has a large taproom and beer garden, and our vision is for it to become the hive of Wendell... A place where friends, family, and pets gather to enjoy great company and great beer!