Hi wire is for sure one of the coolest breweries I've ever been to. I was amazed by the covid protocols- they shut down the games, require masks when going up to order, and there's a ton of space to spread out the tables. There's easy parking and the ambience and lighting is super warm and inviting. The drinks were perfect and i love how they have 25-30 options. My personal favorite was the horchata. Definitely will be back read more

Hi-Wire Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Beer, cider, friends, indoors AND it's dog friendly. Say less! I love coming here and hanging out with friends and family and bringing my pup. I recently met their manager Laura and she is excellent. Friendly staff and good ambience. Plus the pizza place right next door that you can bring to Hi-wire makes for the best place! read more

Large, open brewery with beers that are good enough. There are lots of picnic tables inside, and there is a nice outside space that I'm sure will be busy once it's warm out. They also have a number of fun games inside including soccer pool and ping pong. The walls are covered in colorful murals. For the beer...we thought some of it was a little flat. The best ones in my opinion were the sours and the stout. They do flights which is always my favorite way to start at a spot that I don't have my go to beers. Lots of parking, but it wasn't overly crowded when we visited on a Monday shortly after they opened up. Our GPS did take us to the back of the building so it took us a few extra minutes to figure out where we needed to be. The women's room only had 2 stalls, which I don't think will be great when that place is packed. They also did not have a changing table in the restroom, so we had to take our little one out to the car. read more

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Danni and mark are awesome!!! Love hi wire! The spa e is super family friendly and we always have a good time! read more

Hi-Wire Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I'm declaring this summer, the summer for Brews and sunshine. Seriously, y'all. I'm enjoying patio and beer season. I visited Hi-Wire Brewing this past week and fell in love quickly with the Pink Lemonade Sour Beer. It was light, refreshing and had just the right amount of bite to it. We played corn hole, I met some new friends and went somewhere new for the first time. I'll definitely be back! read more

Hi-Wire Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Wow -- this place is HUGE -- lots of indoor and outdoor seating. I was at a private event for wedding guests and there were also about 5 other events/tables. The beer is good, but the lines and HUGE open space is not really charming. Just sayin... if you have a big group to gather it works. read more

I love coming here! I've been a few times with some friends and it is the perfect place to go for a small event, big event, or just to fit at the bar and have a drink. Bartenders Zane and Zoe have such great recommendations for food and beer! I will keep coming back to this place for a long time. read more

Hi-Wire is a great spot to grab a few beers with some friends. Everybody thought their drinks were delicious and we all had a great time. You can also get pizzas next door which are also quite good. The barn-like ambiance is also a nice vibe. Would recommend and will be returning. read more

This is a wonderful brewery. It is well lit and there are many tables and activities to do. They have a foosball table and board games which is awesome. It is very scenic and dogs are welcome! Bartenders were friendly and would most deffinatly come back. read more

Hi-Wire Brewing - Pink lemonade sour - Breweries Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

What a great start to a long weekend and an amazing way to celebrate another year of elite status. This brewery was amazing the staff gave the best recommendations, for a non beer drinker like myself I can say that I like both of the beers I had, not only was the staff great the environment as a whole was very inviting everyone was polite I love the entire experience and I can say that I will be back because I have to try one of those pizzas that I kept seeing read more

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Hi-Wire is always amazing! Such a big roomy warehouse vibe with great brews. Staff is incredibly friendly and helpful when you need recommendations. Their warehouse offers many different games and both indoor/outdoor seating. read more

Came here for a Yelp elite event awhile back, and loved the vibes and ample outdoor seating during the time of covid. The beer menu is comprehensive and has something for everyone. Very dog friendly. read more

A happy gathering place with loads of people, fur babies and kids. They had an adoption event with Saving grace this Saturday. Adorable pups and a great cause. There was a taco truck parked outside and though it was very crowded, the brew lines weren't too bad. I enjoyed the Grose brew, a bit tart but smooth. I enjoyed playing with the pups and mingling. They have some cool games inside and the building is pretty historic looking. It was a bit too crowded and stuffy inside, but the outdoor space was better IMO. read more

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Great beer but this place has literally turned into a day care. If you're looking for a relaxing pint with a few friends, this isn't the place for you. It's now just a warehouse where boozed up 20-something parents let their crotch goblins run rampant. Wish they would open up another space that is 21+. read more

It pains me to write this updated review but this place is a cluster. They really need two dedicated ordering lines for those not sitting at the bar, similar to what Raleigh Brewing does. The second time we visited we walked out after waiting about 10 minutes at the bar, luckily the third time we flagged someone down. I think that the ping pong tables are a bit too much for a brewery that is this busy, remove them and add more picnic tables. I love the soccer pool but have yet to play due to the amount of kids. I hope that this brewery has more order soon. read more

Disclaimer: I'm not a beer drinker so I can't speak to their selection. This place has really cool murals on the wall, and the general vibe of games and circus theme is fun! Very cheerful and photo-friendly. We went on a Saturday afternoon for a birthday party and there was plenty of space and chairs for everyone. There were also a lot of dogs and kids, and it got pretty loud. Don't expect to have intimate conversations here, although if the weather was warmer and it was more comfortable to sit outside I could see this being easier to do. I asked about the non-alcoholic options and was told they had Hawaiian Punch, Ginger Ale or Root Beer. I would have been happier with a more robust offering of sodas, but oh well. They also had no food- there was a food truck outside, but you can also bring in outside food (our friends brought cake for the birthday celebration). Just worth noting. In general, this is not really my kind of place but it's A-ok for what it is. read more

Amazing beer selection (including one of my favorite brown ales out there) and a spacious location. The people are friendly and there's lots of room to spread out or play games. Thoroughly enjoyable. Great large parking lot. Highly recommend. Even the pizza from next door is the perfect companion to their beer. read more

I am excited that Hi-Wire opened a brewery here in Durham. They are by Goldenbelt and they have a lot of parking. They also have different food trucks each day. Pets and kids are welcome which is great. Dogs can either be outside or inside the taproom. There are games that you can play while enjoying a beer. It's a great place to hang out with your friends and enjoy an awesome beer! Space is open and big. You can also order food and have it delivered to the brewery! I will be coming here a lot. read more

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Love love Hi-wire. They have amazing beers and the ambiance is just so inviting. They partner with a cafe so you can have food delivered to your table while you have a cold one. Hi-Wire is now my go to spot! read more

Hi-Wire Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Didn't realize it was appropriate for staff members to make comments to customers about their tip sizes. Very unprofessional. Beer was good, won't be returning. read more

With the ever-growing brewery and food scene in Durham, I'm not surprised to come across a place like Hi-Wire Brewing. This Asheville based brewery has opened it doors, or should I say massive space? to the Durham-Raleigh folks. So amazed by the ultra cool murals and the vast area of this business. This place is still up and coming and serves some locally crafted beer. They also have numerous indoor games ranging from ping-pong, fooseball, shuffleboard to soccer pool to name a few. This is a perfect venue for hanging out with a large group. The bartenders are so friendly and sure have great recommendations. Me and my husband tried their coffee milk stout and Sam's hazelnut porter (made in collaboration with Durham's Sam's quik shop). They were both really good beers with great depth and flavor. Apart from this, they also carry merchandise and to-go beers. The food situation is currently handled by food trucks. There's quite a bit of construction going on in the complex where Hi-Wire is situated and it is expected to house a few restaurants in the same complex too. Overall, if you want to sip of some great beer, hang out with a large group, play some cool games, and grab some quick bites, this is the place you want to be! read more

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Awful. Breweries should be adult spaces, this dump is swarming with out of control children. They are standing on the tables, they are blocking the walkways, and they're treating the bar games like playground equipment. I wanted to add (because I see management replying to other reviews stating that they want to be family friendly) that most of the breweries I've been too in NC welcome parents with kids in tow. They somehow manage to do this without having kids running all over the place unsupervised ruining the experience of other guests. Maybe visit your neighbors at Ponysaurus and check out their "kids are welcome but must be supervised" signage. Being family friendly doesn't mean you need to turn blind eye to kids standing on tables and surrounding the shuffleboard table playing in the sand. Even most of the positive reviews on this page mention the unsupervised kids. read more

We walked in a few minutes ago. No hello no nothing. Empty bar and two bartenders who didn't acknowledge us. After a couple of minutes we walked out. Frustrating. read more

This is becoming a favorite of mine! I look forward to when it's warm enough to sit outside. They have a good selection of beer and you can grab a bite of food next door. They do a good job with social distancing. read more

One of my favorite spots in Durham. I like the selection of sours that they have year round. Rachel and Danni are my favorite bartenders! They are so easy to chat with and don't let me choose a beer that they know I won't like read more

Have had a few visits. Great atmosphere. Enjoyed taking with Jake. He was friendly and knowledgeble. Helped me pick out my drinks. Will definitely be back read more

I love hi wire! The beers are great and so is the staff. Love my girl Zane behind the bar def recommend

Zane and Zoe are the best bartenders in the Triangle. I recommend Hi-Wire to everyone visiting the area. Get environment and nearby food too! read more

Have had many a lovely time here, and my 4 stars are due to those positive experiences, but my last visit was spoiled by a rude customer who was not informed about their reservation policies, and there was no intervention from the Hi-Wire team. I was sitting by myself working with my beer in corner at the outdoor tables when another party began to sit around me. No one from that party or the Hi-Wire team mentioned that they were planning to host a group there, and the area was not cordoned off or anything. Then a member of that party came up to me and told me I was intruding on their private party. I avoided escalating for the sake of everyone's peace, responded that nobody has informed me, and ended up leaving soon after. Definitely left a negative impact on my day. Wish the policies and approach could be clearer for any future cases like this - not sure if these guests had reserved a specific area or if it is even possible to reserve seating at Hi-Wire, but this type of behavior should not be sanctioned and reservation approach should be communicated to guests beforehand. read more

I had the most wonderful experiences both times I went with I believe Zane (Z) and Zoe! Both amazing and gave me that at home feeling of being in AVL's Hi-Wire Brewing. They were able to recommend a great beer for not only myself but my partners taste for a beer that was both fruity and flavorful, with notes she wasn't expecting (she hates beer). Clean bathrooms, and great activities to engage in while hanging out with friends, Hi-Wire brewery never fails to create an amazing service and experience regardless of the location. read more

Great place to be on a Saturday afternoon! Beats being responsible and mowing the lawn, etc. read more

Hi-Wire Brewing - Yummy! - Breweries Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

First time coming here and encountered the rudest service and staff that I have ever seen. Take your business elsewhere. Not worth it.

I can't believe I've never written a review for this place. It is incredible! Great beverages, dog friendly, very kid friendly especially in the heat or cold. I have seen a lot of groups get together here and I feel like a birthday party is in our future. I tend to forget about it but Golden belt is such a cute and cool place in Durham! One time we went to hi wire when they were doing a UNC planetarium science on stage event and our kids loved it while we got to drink, win win!! read more

What a fun brewery. There's tons of indoor and outdoor seating and the staff is efficient at this counter order brewery. Dogs and children are allowed. Ping pong tables like the back and certain nights are themed. Food is available from nearby restaurants. The brewery offers a wide selection of beer and some wine as well. The white wine was fine but definitely a table white. The beer itself was quite interesting and due to the range offered something for everyone in our group. Definitely a cool spot to hangout read more

Hi-Wire is a fun and relaxed brewery environment! Their beers are delicious and this is per everyone I go with! No one says a bad thing about them. They always have a guest cider on tap and it's usually something from Bull City Cider Works (another one of my favorites!). They have a lot of seating inside and outside AND many places to park. There always seems to be a food truck when I'm there so I didn't have to worry about leaving just to get some food. read more

My friend brought me here while visiting from out of town and I had a great time! I loved the variety of tasty beers and the staff were so friendly, especially our server, Zoe. Will definitely be back when in town read more

It's a daycare and pet retreat that sells craft brews. I'll say the nice things first. Hi-Wire has a gorgeous space. It's got lovely painted walls, high ceilings, lots of space outside too. Located in the renovated golden belt warehouses this space has character. There's a lot of room for large parties and lots of games like ping pong, foosball table, corn hole and other games to keep people entertained. They've got a great selection of craft beers, some ciders and sodas, There's TV's for those into sports games. It's very much a space for people to congregate and be entertained with each other. And then there's everything else. I'm not sure if Hi-wire intended to have the current atmosphere that they do now, but it's a circus. There's so many children and dogs here that kids are constantly running into you or blocking walkways, dogs are barking nonstop or getting into fights that owners think are just playing (they are legit fights, don't lie to yourselves). Breweries in my opinion are places for adults to unwind and mingle. The idea that some people want to bring their kids to be around other adults drinking always seemed strange to me. There's such a lazy attitude about monitoring kids or pets here that it's kind of striking. There were kids on tables, dogs on tables. I know that Hi-Wire doesn't serve food, but you can get food from a food truck or bring some snacks to eat. If Hi-wire is going to let kids and pets walk all over the tables hopefully they will be constantly sanitizing them too. Some breweries and bars lean into the atmosphere that congeals at their establishment (ex. Bull McCabe's has become the most notable place to drink with your kids and pets) and others find a good balance (Ex. Ponysarus) and Hi-Wire seems to be caught in the middle of deciding what kind of place it wants to be. There's a great communal environment and space here, but its such a mess of kids and pets everywhere anyone looking to relax or casual hang with their friends will probably find the place overwhelming. read more

Great space and a huge selection of beer, cider and cactus water. So many games and space for kids and dog friendly. I tried many different beers. My favorite was the west coast IPA. I also tried the hi pitch, lo pitch and hi wire lager. I'd go back for the atmosphere alone. read more

Great spot in Durham. If you got family and want to do a little bit or adulting while the kids are preoccupied, this would be the spot.

Lots of fun activities to do here...ping pong, soccer pool, corn hole. We went this past weekend when it was cold so no outside hanging and it was BUSY. They had several tables reserved for a baby shower and birthday parties. Which was honestly....annoying. We struggled to find somewhere to sit with most of the tables reserved. It was a little overwhelming walking in, lots of stuff going on. Don't come here if you want a chill brewery vibe. Thankfully, my boyfriend and I enjoy the games offered and played corn hole and ping pong. But I will say we didn't wait long to get drinks or get the game equipment (you have to exchange your ID) so based on other reviews, this is an improvement. I didn't dislike this place and I would probably return if in the area, especially when the weather outside is nice, I just think they need more seating inside and to limit the amount of reserved tables they allow. read more