45 Best Craft Breweries near Arden

“Love it. Walked in this afternoon and was greeted by a very friendly bartender that took awesome care of us. After a couple of samples from a broad selection we settled in on some beers and went next door to order some Q, which was in itself excellent. Anyway, great time and will be back next time I'm in Arden.“

“Beer is ridiculously priced but great venue for beach volleyball and Frisbee golf. Hope they have a good band, the might I was there the singer was sounded like open mic night and you had to go inside to escape it as the speakers are really loud. One food truck was OK, one decent. The place was packed, like children everywhere, so really family friendly. Def worth a visit!“

“The Beer Geek tour was very informative and a great value. If you have 3 hours and want to get a behind the scene experience of the beer making process every step of the way from water and grains and ending with finished product in packaging, this is the tour for you. The tour guide Mary did a great job explaining the process and answering questions. Additionally, all the employees we encoutered along the way were very friendly and showed great pride in their company and the immaculate Mills River facility!“

“Saw a comedy show at DSSOLVR - it's a great space that's very open and welcoming. They have a large selection of brews, plus a few N/A choices. I really enjoyed the THC beverage and one of their N/A beers.

There's plenty of street parking (with meters) as well as an hourly parking near by.“

“Very relaxing- great company and a pleasure to meet Lem. Come by and get some great beer“

“We really loved this cool mountain side brewery with a train theme. No food, pets allowed. The beers were good, with a slightly sweet stout and sours that anyone would enjoy. The train theme was evident throughout, even with the flights. We'll definitely back!“

“Some of the best beers in Asheville hands down.“

“Meet friends for a wedding party for about 40 people this evening and the staff did and excellent job never missing a beat the food staff and atmosphere were excellent put it on the calendar south slope location .“

“They have a great selection of house brewed beers. Awesome live music. And wonderful bartenders and staff.“

“Great atmosphere, staff, and beer“

“If you like IPAs this is one of the two places to go in Asheville (the other being Burial). Off the beaten path but if you want really good beer this is a destination. IPAs, sours, stouts, seltzer, smoothies etc are available. When researching the brewery scene for my visit this time I chose 2 for the beer offerings and atmosphere. One was One World (speakeasy vibe and 17oz pours) and New Origin (for IPAs offered). Was not disappointed at either. The IPAs at New Origin were on point with flavor, aroma and body. I tasted both stouts offered and took some home to share with my friends. Their space is very open with an airy, modern feel. This is a brewery that I will definitely visit again. Only beef was that they do not offer flights at this time but they do offer 1/2 pours.“

“Stopped in here for a couple pints while checking out the river arts district. A great brewery!! Friendly staff, helped us out with a couple samples to see what we liked. Enjoyed the beers we had along with the vibe. Looking forward to sampling more breweries in Asheville and glad we started with this one!“

“Had lunch with you yesterday. very impressed great service delicious food. Glad I found you will return. 👏👏“

“best Caesar salad and best chicken fingers EVER. staff super friendly, quick service and casual atmosphere.“

“One of our fave breweries that we visited in downtown Asheville! You have to go down steps and through a door to find it, but it's worth it! Lots of great craft beer options that we really enjoyed. The brewer, Nick, was the bartender while we were there and we enjoyed talking with him. Highly recommend!“

“Veteran owned and operated! The owner and I have actually been to some of the same places in Germany!! Everyone is very friendly!“

“Great Czech dark lager! so glad to see a fun new brewery.“

“Great place, lots of great beer and great venue for music/bands rain or shine. They have a big stage outside and a smaller one inside. Dog friendly too. Try the Black Bear on tap, if you like darker beer that one is great. Saw the Trophy Husbands band play there and they were awesome! Don't miss! Pizza food truck that night was too pricy but still good.“

“Love, love this brewery. I was so happy to come to this new location. Great selection of beers, as usual, and they have some cool cocktails.
Large inside area but it is up 3 flights of stairs. Outside area for the nice weather, merch, and always that metal vibe. So glad to have made it this way and can't wait to visit again!!“

“First perk was plenty of parking. The whole location was very impressive upon walking in. All of the staff were great and happy to be there. This is different from the original Burial locations and they nailed the theme here. Plenty of great options to drink, including wine and mixed drinks. The food selection was good and mostly well priced. Our favorite part was exploring the property and it's rich history. So much room for gatherings big and small. Next time I would like to do a tour though.“

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“Always love the beers and service at Twin Leaf. A must stop while in Asheville!“

“This review will be glowing and for a good reason!

I have no idea why this isn’t in our regular rotation of restaurants. We’ve been living here a couple of decades and I have a radio show down the street on 103.3FM, and we go to all the restaurants around this restaurant, but we just never seemed to go here that much. That will certainly change, because everything was delicious!

I started with a dozen oysters which quickly turned into two dozen oysters. Nice and big, served the typical southern way with horseradish and saltine crackers and cocktail sauce. None of the fancy oddness that comes with some other types of oysters. Just good classic stuff!

Speaking of classic, my husband got the oyster po’ boy and loved it. At first he asked for extra remoulade, and the server forgot it, but by the time she got back, he let her know he really didn’t need it. It’s rare that this sandwich is so well flavored that it does not need extra remoulade. I thought it was just perfect.

I had the étouffée. I love a good étouffée. I want to to have just the right amount of spice and just the right amount of crawfish. Although, I could eat pounds of crawfish, and it would never be enough. The sausages were excellent it had enough crawfish. The flavoring was really good. I could have done with another helping of rice, but that was just because I wanted to soak up all the extra sauce.

We did not have dessert, because we had been baking cookies for weeks at home, and so we had tons left over.

For drinks we had the rotating gingers revenge, which we often have, and we often frequent their taproom as well. And I had a really nice half pour of beer to go with my oysters and a nice house Red to go with my étouffée.

Server was excellent without being intrusive.

My only complaint is that it was a little chilly. But with a big glass window, I suppose that could not be avoided. If I had one suggestion it would be to turn up the heat a little bit in the winter time!

We will be back. I’m craving the étouffée already.

Parking: It’s a west Asheville miracle! They have a parking lot in the back.

Kid-friendliness: Totally fine for kids. We saw a couple of kids while we were there.“

“Great beer, great staff, great bar!“

“This is my favorite brewery in Asheville. We fell in love with this brewery their first time we visited. Beers are creative and dark beers so delicious. And the food is to die for. Last evening Steak Po-Boy is simply the best we have ever had! Absolutely gourmet food in this brewery. We consider this as our dinner place and not just a brewery. This is THE must visit brewery for all our visitors. The venue is casual with quirky spots and many different hangout areas. We have huddled with friends in the winter months under shelter, enjoy music in the lower zone, hang out in the rooftop areas or just in the many tables around. We like the sister Forestry Camp too.“

“Event Space was perfect location to host Welcome Party (night before wedding). The air conditioned room was perfect size with the seating, the AV/speakers, the games, and photo booth. Having bathrooms on two levels was helpful, too. Robin and her crew were so helpful in the planning process. It was a great party!“

“Wife, our doggo and I stopped in to check it out. Just a great little spot and experience. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. The beers were great and we got some BBQ to go. I will say it was some of the best BBQ we've had. Ribs, pulled pork and brisket were all excellent. Each of our 4 sides were great, but I must say the baked beans were top shelf. Definitely give this spot a shot if you love craft beers and bbq.“

“Great atmosphere and friendly staff.“

“Fantastic Experience at White Labs Brewery!

White Labs Brewery is an absolute gem for anyone who appreciates great food, craft beer, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. We had the pleasure of enjoying two of their wood-fired pizzas, and they were nothing short of spectacular. The crust was perfectly crispy with just the right amount of char, and the toppings were fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully paired. Each bite was a delight!

The brewery itself is a wonderful blend of laid-back vibes and a deep passion for brewing. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, offering excellent beer recommendations that perfectly complemented our pizzas. The beers were top-notch, showcasing the creativity and expertise that White Labs is known for.

What really stood out was the attention to detail in everything they do—from the food to the brews to the service. It’s clear that White Labs Brewery takes pride in providing an exceptional experience, and they absolutely delivered.

Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast, a foodie, or just looking for a great spot to relax and enjoy some delicious wood-fired pizza, White Labs Brewery is a must-visit. We can’t wait to return!“

“Great time! Highly recommend!“

“Good beer even better customer service. I can’t thank you enough for your welcoming hospitality. We’ll be back just not soon enough.“

“I rented out this space for my rehearsal dinner and my welcome drinks for my wedding in June of 2024. Lisa was the best! The space was perfect for a low key night. We had around 75 people there, my dog was able to kick it, and there were kids running around outside playing. The space had everything we needed and the staff were all really great! They were gracious hosts and did everything I asked in preparation. It was also a very affordable option. We were even able to set up a slide show that played on repeat while guest were ordering drinks at the bar!“

“Had a great visit to Green Man Brewery. I enjoyed the Buxton BLTP with fries, while my wife enjoyed Jack's Grilled Cheese and my step-son enjoyed the South Slope Smash Burger. I paired my lunch with the Green Man IPA. Cool and refreshing, for a hot end-of-summer day!

During our visit Glen made sure our drinks were cold and our food was good. Nikki the manager even came by to check on us. Great service and great food!!“

“First time here and was not at all disappointed! Great food and a variety of food to choose from. Win win…. Beers were cold and a good selection to choose from. Great relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely be back and spend more time enjoying the grounds….“

“This place OPENED THEIR HEARTS & location to help the people of Asheville after the hurricane. They fed 100's of people free food provided by World Kitchen. I'm a First Responder & grateful that we were able to get a meal when working in the area. THANK YOU 🥰“

“Awesome brewery, great food, atmosphere.“

“Had lunch with you yesterday. very impressed great service delicious food. Glad I found you will return. 👏👏“

“Awesome, love the constantly changing ciders based on time of year. Never a long wait either with plenty of seating.
My only complaint is some of the bar staff can have zero personality or be outright rude which is very off putting. Other than the interactions with them, 5 stars.“

“Underrated for sure. Great food, great atmosphere. Prices were average. My only complaint was driving around quite a long time to find parking!! Most of the lots surrounding where four those who work in the area. Finally found a parking garage and walked about eight minutes.“

“Great beers! Cool atmosphere old school bank building“

“friendly bartender. nice suggestions on what else/where else we should try.“

“I’m know that my husband already left a review but these burgers are SO OUTSTANDING that I had to leave a review of my own. As I am eating my leftover smash burger for lunch today I am once again in burger heaven. The only thing more awesome than their burgers are the owners. Do not miss this food truck!! You will be hooked.. just like I am.“

“Cute place, good beer selection with a little bit of every taste. Located within the Arcade. Street parking or parking garages nearby. Some outdoor seating. Very friendly bartender. They do flights, which I always love. Self-serve water available. Stroller friendly.“

“Good pizza! It's behind the brewery. A bit inconspicuous. Don't let that sway you. Order the supreme and add feta and shrooms. It's an 18" pie. Bring help, you'll need it. Outdoor dining or in the brewery. Neither are an issue. I'll be back for sure.

Parking: Parking is to the left or behind the building.“