The Whale is located in West Asheville and is known for having unique…read more international and regional beers. I learned a "whale" refers to an exceptionally rare beer. They have rotating beers on tap, and wine, ciders and seltzers. They have something for everyone. They have indoor seating and large outdoor area, and they are dog friendly. The bartender was very nice, patient and offered suggestions. They do not have food, but they are located next to Haywood Common.

My best friend and I were in West Asheville looking for a spot in between dinner and our late…read moreevening cocktail bar. The original spot we wanted to check out was closed, so The Whale was such a perfect last second gem for us. We went on a Thursday evening and they had live DJs in the outdoor section which was so nice. We ordered our drinks inside with a very kind bartender. They had a variety of beers from all over to choose from. It seemed to be attached to Haywood Common Kitchen, so you can get food from there. My best friend got a beer she enjoyed and I tried a unique sour. The outdoor seating was plentiful and there were a lot of people enjoying the great weather and music. I'd recommend this spot.

This place has such a great vibe. It's a great place to go, hang out, pick up some gear, some…read morenutrition, and expert advice. Then it doubles as a post-ride patio with food, coffee, beer, and good vibes. What's not to love? I try to get up there a couple of times a year from Atlanta. The trails are great, but not enough to make the drive worth it, but you add the community at The Hub, and it's totally worth it. Thank you to the team there and all you do to help mountain bikers, even beginners like me, feel like they have a home in Pisgah/Brevard.

An outdoor clothing & equipment store (for equipment, mainly focused on cycling/)mountain biking,…read morebut other stuff, too) AND a taproom featuring some excellent local & regional beers? Yes, please! Our group stopped here for a beer after hiking in the area and the staff was very friendly. There is usually a food truck here as well of you're hungry. We had a rest and enjoyed a beer on their patio, then did a bit of shopping and purchased some souvenir t-shirts for the Pisgah National Forest. Nice shop!

This was our first stop after arriving in town for a weekend getaway. I had the Devils Head Red Ale…read moreand was so impressed, that's all I had the entire weekend. Thankfully we went around to another local place and they had it on tap also. At this location, I was told to try Hickory Nut for their food. Needless to say, their wings were delicious! I'm a wing lover and will tell it like it is, and their wings were great! A bit over crispy, but I loved that you could dip them in their amazing flavored sauces!!! I'm not much on the "sticky" sauces, but these were fantastic, and not that sticky. We had also tried their Cider beers, which I believe are from another brewery, but the habanero cider was something special. Staff was polite and helpful even with/during the times were still going through. I would just say that anyone who wants to relax, do that and don't expect that you're the only person there ordering food or beer. Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery!!! Thanks Joe!

Perfect spot to grab some wings and a beer with $1 million view! Amazing service and a memory we…read morewill never forget.

We came here for a nice brew and a snack after a hike in the area. Here is what I thought…read more Hillman Beer has a large free parking lot behind the building. At the brewery, you order at the bar and pick your own seat. They have an ample beer and food selection. They also have a small selection of non-alcoholic beverages. They are dog friendly. Hillman brewery has tons of seating and has a lovely outdoor patio along the creek that runs next to the brewery. I had their kombucha and my husband had their beer. We both enjoyed our drinks. We shared their 'Soft Pretzel' appetizer with mustard and it was delicious! This is such a great place to come out and hang with friends and family!

We stopped in here after a day of hiking and shopping and a crisp, cold beverage sounded heavenly…read more These are some of the friendliest bartenders I've ever encountered. We were greeted by every single one with a smile and happy energy, despite how busy the place was. There are so many times when you sit at a bar unnoticed and patiently wait for someone to look your way, but this was the opposite of that. Our drinks were ice cold and served super fast. We didn't try any food, but they do have a small menu of bar bites that sounded really good. My cider was crisp, and not too sweet. It seemed to be "the spot", because there were lots of people but we didn't have any trouble finding seating. Lots of people had their dogs with them, which is always a plus!! Overall a really nice vibe here!

Very fun place! Bartender was super helpful with recommendations for local spots. Loved the wine,…read morehubby liked the beer. Dog friendly too!

Great place to go for a relaxing evening. Rustic atmosphere. Drink selection somewhat limited but…read moreotherwise nice.

Great service even better food! Had the footlong chili dawggg. Very small place with a great…read moreatmosphere!

We have never been to this place before and have been to the area many, many times. It's a hidden…read moregem! The food was absolutely delicious! The tap room is decorated with a lot of old time signs, etc. and is 'fun.' The service was great, and the staff were extremely nice and helpful. Would definitely return on our next trip to the area!

We absolutely enjoyed our visit to this local friendly drinking spot…read more Our bartender Josh was super. We got to try a few amazing beers and hard seltzers. They have three levels to explore. We hung out on the street level and just let the time pass people watching.

Cute rooftop bar. Came during the afternoon and the outside was a little warm but the views were…read morenice. The drinks were a little expensive but they are made with very fresh ingredients. The service was fast and efficient. Overall, I would definitely come back.

They had Maine Lunch on tap and the vibes were immaculate and they kept us cool on a hot dayread more

I rolled into Blue Ridge Beer Garden after a long drive, coming to see my parent's new…read moreHendersonville house for the first time & knowing nothing about the place. In the 1.5 years since, it's still the place I most often come back to in Hendersonville, despite sampling the food and beer at basically every place in town! I love the ambiance of the old converted gas station, the fact that you can sit inside or outside (and on chilly days, they don't skimp on the heaters) and the carousel of great food trucks that are always there. I love that you're not limited to one brewery's offerings, and instead have options from local NC establishments to interesting brews from all over the country. The bartenders know their regulars and are absolutely awesome, and I LOVE that I can take my pup, take my family, take my laptop---whatever the circumstances, Blue Ridge Beer Garden is the place to be. ALSO, it should be noted that in sleepy Hendo (where some restaurants close as early as 8 pm--why??), Blue Ridge Beer Garden is blessedly open till 10.

Coffee shop... yes! Bar... yes!…read moreWe stopped by downtown forest city and wanted to enjoy a coffee. This looked like a cool spot. It's a coffee shop during the day, serving coffee, espresso, and specialty frappes. They have some protein bars and snacks as well. It's a bar at night. They have drafts on tap, and a whole section of bottles and cans for you to explore. A lot of what they have I've never seen before so it's a pretty cool collection to try. The ambience is dope! Cool seating and furniture. It would be cool to meet up with friends at night and enjoy the atmosphere.

To my boos at Twisted Pear - thank you so much for waking up early to serve up your most delicious…read morelavender iced lattes. I really enjoyed this place and love the coffee as well as the delicious beer offering in the evening. This place has it going on and I totally love your vibe. Xoxo.

Funky little dive bar that's an extension of a distillery. Had a great band, wish that one pool…read moretable didn't obstruct dance floor but I understand the "stage" area isn't main event most of the time. Picnic tables & indoor & outdoor tables. Hot dogs can be purchased as well. I recommend the slushies but the vodka used should be upgraded as it left me with a headache & I didn't over imbibe. It's definitely got a vibe all its own & I loved it but won't be everyone's cup of tea;) & that's part of its charm. Fancy & the gentleman were the band & they were stellar so I'll definitely be back. Limited parking as the evening goes on.

Amazing local hangout spot with plenty of beer and liquor. Indoor and outdoor seating, a fire pit,…read moreshuffleboard, a pool table, and live music! What else could you ask for? Staff were friendly and informative. Limited parking so arrive early.