One of my all time favorite breweries in North Carolina. In no particular order, its this one here…read morein Wilmington, Hopfly in Charlotte, and Wicked Weed in Asheville. All 3 have many things in common... This brewery consistently produces some amazing beer. IPAs and hazy IPAs are top notch here. They are very rare and hard to find back home (Greensboro), so I had to stock up. The space is exceptional. Huge beer hall with a large bar top area, tables, couches and comfy chairs. Add in some tv's throughout with sports on, and some foosball and shuffle board, and you have a super fun spot to hang out. The outdoor patio is super comfy as well, and surrounded by beautiful large trees. This is a place I need to stop in every time we're in the Wilmington area. For the great beer, the great space, and to take home half the store lol.

We finally made it to Wilmington Brewing Company, 800 South Kerr Avenue, this weekend, and the…read moreplace won us over once we stepped in. Two attentive guys behind the bar juggled orders and tidied tables without breaking stride It set a tone that the place is not only laid-back but also well-tended. We had the Blair's Breakfast Stout (coffee, lactose, and cacao nibs) super delicious! And then also the Jalapeno Saison. Definitely for the pepper fans. Both brews really hit hte mark. WBC welcomes outside food. So an easy stroll over to P.T.s Grill a block away, and back to WBC allows for you to relax and enjoy even longer. Relaxing Flavorful Downright enjoyable Yep, we'll be back.

Excellent beer and great atmosphere. I highly recommend the double hazy ipa. Family friendly…read moreatmosphere.

Great beer, cool space, one really loud generator!…read more Stopped here while hanging out at the hospital and needing a little break from all of that. We grabbed a spot on the upper deck, enjoyed the amazing weather, and had a great view of the bags tournament going on below. The place is huge and really cool inside. Everything felt fresh and clean, and that crazy steampunk bicycle near the entrance is worth checking out by itself. We tried the Electronic Fog, Sun Days, and Dreamy Eyes, and honestly enjoyed all three. The guy behind the bar was fast, funny, and actually knew his beer without making you feel like you were taking a damn class. There was a food truck there, so we grabbed some nachos and tacos. They were good and hit the spot. Prices for both the beer and food seemed pretty normal for a brewery. My only real complaint was the food truck generator. Holy crap was that thing loud. Even sitting up on the deck it was annoying. I can't imagine playing bags right next to it and having to yell at your friends just to talk. If food trucks are a regular thing here, it seems like giving them a way to plug into power would make the outdoor space a whole lot better. Bathroom could use a little attention too, but nothing terrible. Overall, we really enjoyed the place. Good beer, cool atmosphere, good service, and a great spot to hang out for a while. I'd definitely stop back.

Everything was excellent. When we pulled into the lot it looked really crowded and we were worried…read moreabout getting a table, but most people seemed to be outside, maybe even for an event. We got a table right away on a Saturday night. Our server said I could try as many tastes of beers that I would like. I tried the Kolsh Krush & Lavender Lemonade Cider. Both were great, and I ended up going with the cider since it was so unique. We got pizzas for dinner. My husband had the po' boy with oysters and said it was one of the best pizzas he has ever had. He finished the entire thing by himself. I had the Ricotta be kiddin' me pizza which was good, and of course very, very cheesy. I still had about 3 slices leftover. They also have a kids menu, which is always helpful for us. My son had chicken tenders and curly fries.

We stopped into Wrightsville Beach Brewery a few weeks ago. You'll find them at 6201 Oleander…read moreDrive, Wilmington, NC. We had a great couple of appetizers, and awesome beer! There's plenty on tap, and when you factor in their Brunswick BRewing selections too, the menu runs deep! Ryan, our server, made the visit. Friendly and genuinely helpful, the kind of service you remember. We'll be back. No question about it!

Drinks , great. Pizza from place next door can be brought in. Arcade and some other outdoor games,…read morelarge space , dogs welcome. Its what you want in a family friendly and inclusive brewery.

Full liqour bar, great craft beer selection and slushies. Table tennis, pool and a few arcade…read moregames. Great for kids and also dogs. Parking is free but lot can get full quick during peak times!! Staff super friendly.

Outer dunes brewing is very unassuming on the outside. I drive by it often and think it looks…read morerather boring. Looks can be deceiving! The grounds are immaculate with beautiful trees and plantings everywhere. There are picnic tables and a fire pit with seats around it a stage for a performer. Inside is a lovely three sided bar with happy bartenders and beers, wine and cocktails of your choosing! There are even some Games like cornhole and Connect Four outside to play. We went on a Sunday and the mimosas were only $4 and were served in a mason jar which was so cute! Definitely will go again!

The under-21 policy is divisive but there are plenty of good nearby places to bring kids (Bend,…read moreOTP, etc...) They don't regularly have food so confused why you'd bring small kids anyways. I like the atmosphere. It feels like a casual bar and for that alone it's worth going to. And even when they allow kids during the days they have a section that prohibits them which is surprisingly relaxing. Nice to sit with our dog and relax. Beers are decent. Some are a little spendy but I once you get used to the specials the prices are more than reasonable. Sundays are awesome.

The beer was fantastic. And the overall ambiance was terrific. The back was fenced in, and would be…read moreperfect for kids to run around in. With twinkly lights and cozy corners to sit in, it's also a great place for a date night. The server was friendly, hospitable, had great recommendations, and was happy to let me try a few beers before I decided what I liked. The free popcorn was a nice touch too. It's a bit off the beaten path, but not a long walk from the River Walk or Main Street at all. I did miss the bigger fly traps in the back, and the ones inside were smaller (and a different kind) than I was expecting. Still, this place has a really cool, chill, and fun vibe. Highly, highly recommend.

We found through a search, and wandered into Flytrap Brewing this past weekend for the first time…read more Located at 319 Walnut Street. The space, equal parts cozy taproom and shaded beer garden, feels both vibrant and homey. If you're reading this and asking yourself what is the region's native icon, the Venus Flytrap - we have catching up to do. Read history below the review. The mood was easygoing. Two staff members, juggling orders with grace, kept the taps moving and the vibe relaxed. We had the Oatmeal Porter (dark, smooth, layered with chocolate, roasted malt, and caramel) And the Brook's Mulberry Lemonade (a blend of house-made lemonade and beer, fermented with mulberries hand-picked from Brook's garden). Both were super delicious. Flytrap Brewing sits tucked in a quiet Wilmington neighborhood, and it feels like it belongs there. The thoughtful drinks, easy crowd, and unpretentious energy, we will for sure be back! History: The Venus flytrap, scientifically known as Dionaea muscipula, is native to a limited area of the southeastern United States. ONLY naturally growing specifically within a 75-mile radius of Wilmington, North Carolina. This area includes parts of both North and South Carolina. The plant was first discovered in the late 1700s. So respected in North Carolina, removing or poaching them from public lands or private property is a Felony. Purchasing them or growing yourself is praised.

First off, I don't consider myself someone who drinks beer - but I do know what I like and…read moregose/sours certainly fit the bill! The nitros have been a new and fun option for me to explore and I always enjoy the chance to sample. I don't like a full pour so was grateful to have a half pour offered, I'd just never thought to ask for it! My most recent trip I brought my best friend who was visiting and has never tried sours. The gentlemen tending the bar let her try each of them before we decided - which was really neat because the flavors all stood out so differently. We left with a 4 pack of the Broomtail Galloping Gose Raspberry because it's a fav. Love having a tried and true go-to but also look forward to seeing what else they come up with in the future!

This is a great addition (or maybe it's in place of) their original place. So many fun games -…read moreincluding Skee Ball! They have a great selection beers and a lot of places to hang out. Now, how can we keep children from taking over the place?

We stopped into Mad Mole Brewing a few weeks ago. They're at 6309 Boathouse Road, Wilmington. We…read moreloved the place. The beer list runs deep. Plenty on tap, and more waiting in cans and bottles if nothing on draft grabs your attention. The bartender made the visit. A young woman, friendly and genuinely helpful, the kind of service you remember. We'll be back. No question about it!

Our local watering hole. Love it. Great staff and tasty beer. Go as much as we can. Food trucks…read moremost nights W-Su. Music sometimes as well. Local spot

Nice little neighborhood strip shopping microbrewery. 10 taps available with 9 featuring in house…read moremade libations. We tried the New England hazy IPA and it was pretty decent, 7 out of 10 for me. Most pints are 6 bucks for a 16 oz. pour, though they did have a 12 oz. pour stout that was 7 bucks. Not a ton of eating inside, but maybe room for 30 folks seated in chairs, couches, or at the bar. Plenty of free lot and street parking available and they have a large shaded outdoor area with picnic tables and chairs. Music playing pretty loud on speakers both inside and out. Not a sports bar feel...way more a place to just chill and not get excited. Pet friendly. Bring your own food is encouraged with a nice pizza place called Slice of Life in the same strip shopping center, as well as a Smithfields Chicken restaurant right in front of the brewery. They have a schedule on their Insta and website as to when they'll have certain food trucks. Small selection of hats, tees, etc available iside. One significant bummer, no wifi, which is a super inexpensive and easy thing to correct.

Love DrumTrout! Best beer, best atmosphere, and best events! DrumTrout has quickly become my…read moreneighborhood spot to relax, meet up and have fun. I love their trivia nights, the food trucks are Yum! and the vibe is perfect!

Was looking for some apps and beers. Wound up really liking this place!…read more Got seated right away as a party of two on a summer Thursday night. Atmosphere was really laid back and fun. Patio seating was enjoyable. Staff was super nice. Our server,Taylor, was awesome. She was super friendly, held great conversation and gave good recommendations. Beers were delicious and the apps hit the spot. Made for a nice evening. Would definitely return.

Overall my whole experience was perfectly described by "ok." I don't have any complaints and would…read morenot be opposed to returning, it just won't be top of my list. Waterman's has a very casual ambience - not quite beach-y but with a nice beach-town feel. They have a huge outside space including an area for a band/dj and a pretty spacious interior as well. Their beer seems quality but I did not love that the majority of the options were tropically themed with a lot of fruit flavors. That's not a terrible sin in beer but I would have a like a few more options with more traditional flavors. I did end up enjoying the IPA I got despite not normally being a fan of beers with a lot of fruit flavors. The food was also good if not great. I don't have any complaints, it just wouldn't be my first choice for eating when we're back in town again. I think the strength of this place is the space and casual atmosphere, it was easy to bring our kids to have a nice meal while we enjoyed some beers. The Mac and Cheese was a pretty big hit with the little ones BTW.