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

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.

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.

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.

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.

We love this place. Came tonight for the food truck and the place was PACKED . Great outdoor…read morepatio that's dog friendly. This inside and outside are cute. They have games.for kids also that is why so many kids are here

Nice folks, good beer, frustrating disc golf but fun anyway. Thanks! Being outside is great!read more

4.25 Great ambiance…read moreand music, went at night and during the day for a bit on a trip. Great bar staff. At night- sat at the bar, super friendly, GREAT live music. Good selection of beers and a full bar. My only wish was for more than one sour, but the mango was good and the coffee brew was also delicious. Day- Same open vibe, no music but still a great time. Casual vibe, some games, tvs, chess, open garage door style.

Located in the old New Anthem location, right on Dock Street in downtown. Nice draft beer…read moreselection, with some wine and cocktails on the menu for those in your party who don't want beer. That said, I would recommend the beer, since this is a brewery. Service was fine. You go to the bar to order your drinks. The building is cool with several different types of seating available. At the time I was there, they did sell some prepackaged bar type snacks, but no other food available. Note, since this is in the historic downtown area, you will need to find street, lot or garage parking, if you are driving in.

Was in the area and stopped by for an after dinner drink. They have ample seating inside and out…read more The venue is dog friendly. We decided to go in order at the bar and then go outside with our drinks. The bartenders were all very nice. Let us sample some drinks before we made our decisions. I was being indecisive so I ended up going with a flight. You could also get a half quart of a beer if you just wanna try something and you don't want to commit to a full glass!

This is a cute brewery with both inside and outside seating located in a strip mall on the end…read more They do sell merch and beer to go. It took a few minutes to be attended to but once they acknowledged me, they were attentive. You basically order at the counter and they bring your drink to your table. They don't serve food however they provide QR codes for Surf City Smash located in the same strip, you can order and they will deliver it to you. Side note, the tiny pita chips they have are so good! Anyways back to the drinks, I had the Manila Mango and really liked it. Really nice place to stop by for a drink with company.

What a great little brewery. Tried six different beers in a four beer flight and testers. All…read morewere yummy. Cool interior and friendly staff. Good service and a fun place to hang out. Great venue.

Oops, my bad--I forgot to leave a review for this brewery in Leland. We stopped in on our way to…read morethe beach last year with our dog and had a good time. The brewery is spacious and has a good selection of beers. I ordered a flight while my husband had a pint, and we both enjoyed what we tried. Worth checking out if you're in the area.