Open open open. The Mad Co. Brew House is OPEN!…read more I was passing through here in October 2025 as I am making my way through all 100 of North Carolina's county courthouses. The Madison County Courthouse is temporarily closed due to the water damage but the structure is still standing. On my way back to where I parked, I spotted this place and stopped in. I bought a beer - not much in the way of support, but I am back on keto and not eating pizza no matter how awesome it smells/looks - and opted to write this review immediately. As I'm typing, another customer asked the beertender about the storm. He pointed to the piece of black tape marking high water line on the wall. It's about NINE FEET off the ground. I included a picture. The leaves up here are just about starting to change. If you're thinking of leaf peeping and heading through the North Carolina mountains, don't miss out on Mad Co. Brew House. Firstly, their Pilsner is excellent. Second, they need the support. [Review 1124 of 2025 - 4371 in North Carolina - 24677 overall]

We fell in love with the town of Marshall before Hurricane Helene, and that love hasn't…read morechanged--but the town certainly feels different now. The impact of Helene was profound, and it's hard not to feel the weight of that change. Given Marshall's long and rich history, we doubt anyone could have anticipated something so devastating. We believe this moment calls for reflection--gratitude for what we still have, and commitment to preserving the character and history of this special place for future generations. The town is slowly recovering, and we were thankful to be able to visit. Some businesses and buildings are clearly still struggling, while others appear nearly back to normal. While in town, we stopped for a bite at Mad Co. Brew House. Parking was easy and convenient on the street, and the open-air concept was inviting. Because of the heat, we opted to sit inside. Upon entering, the bar is immediately to the right--that's where you grab a menu and place your order. We picked up laminated menus, found a large table, and returned to the bar to order once we'd made our selections. After paying, we were given a vibrating coaster to alert us when our food was ready for pickup at the kitchen window. It's worth noting that tipping was prompted at the point of sale. We don't mind tipping--20% or more is typical for us--but it was frustrating to realize that, in this case, there was virtually no service. We placed our own orders, grabbed our own utensils, water, and napkins, and picked up our food when the pager buzzed. Additionally, multiple signs reminded customers to bus their own tables after dining. No one ever checked on us, and we struggled to find a clean table when we arrived. During our visit, we saw several employees either behind the bar or in the open concept kitchen, but none seemed to be sanitizing or tidying up, despite it not being particularly busy. We recognize that the community has endured a lot since the flooding, and our visit was, in part, a way to support local businesses. Still, basic service standards matter--and without improvement, we worry that some visitors may not return. That said, the food itself was excellent--easily a five-star experience. The setting, the charm of the location, and the overall potential of the place are solid. With a little more attention to cleanliness and service, this could be a true gem. For now, we're giving it three stars, hoping it was just an off night--and wishing the best for everyone continuing to rebuild in this resilient town.

Really enjoyed the soft opening of this place. Their beers are quite amazing, I enjoyed the…read morecranberry ginger revenge beer. I also got an urban orchard dry ridge cider which was delicious as well. Out of everything though the pulled pork nachos were AMAZING, sadly they didn't have bacon bits in stock but the sauce on the nachos was just wow!! One thing that was interesting about this place was how dark it was I wasn't the biggest fan about it but hey it's just a soft opening, can't wait to see the grand opening!!

Server on Friday night was amazing. Beer selection was good although we went in thinking they made…read moretheir own. No longer - seems Helene put a stop to that. Atmosphere was very fun and the band was fun. Food was average

They charge a cover for....? Who knows what reason. Their drinks are priced the same as anywhere…read moreelse. There wasn't live entertainment, just karaoke, which is offered in many places downtown for no cover. It was also not posted which, from my experience in Atlanta, they always post that there is a cover outside. Just feels scummy. It's a very average bar that offers literally nothing special. There is no great view, the service is the same as any bar, it doesn't even have a nice decor; there is no reason to be charging an entrance fee. Enjoyed the visit but will not return.

Vibe from hell. Too bright and too dark all at once. Food…read moresubpar. Service was okay. The soup? From a can and a microwave. The other food? Let's just say it was gluten free.

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.

Great Place!! Everybody very friendly and helpful . Marty and Tracie are the Best!! The food is…read moreGREAT and everybody is having a good time!

The Philly cheesesteak and Reuben were good. The waitresses were great! They had a sign saying g…read moreBikers were welcome and we felt right at home. We enjoyed it!

Great small town, locally owned, brewery! They have a nice taproom and ample outdoor seating around…read morethe music stage! The staff was friendly and offered me plenty of tastings. I wished they had the stuff canned for take-home! They do offer Crowlers, just not individual cans yet. If you're hungry, Grey Eagle Tacos are out back! Don't skip this Hot Springs Treasure

Big Pillow is truly an everyone welcome, come-as-you-are kind of place. Great beer and non-beer…read moreoptions, kind bartenders, wonderful outdoor space, live music, and attached Grey Eagle Taqueria for adventurous tacos. Get the plantains!

Arrived into Brevard late, set up my campsite at Davidson and ran back into town for fuel…read more Riverside bar was fortuitous in that it was literally next door to the BP and had a pretty good crowd outside. Of course, I looked up the reviews on Yelp and was pleasantly surprised to see that they served traditional English pub fare with a good beer selection... yes please! Quite a few colorful locals were outside razzing each other and checking out my JDM van, so I felt at ease when walking in. The bartender greeted me warmly and was happy to make some food recommendations where Chicken Tikka Masala and Curry chicken were the local favorites. I opted for the chicken curry and was not disappointed! Just the right amount of curry spice, fresh rice, and oh-so-soft NAAN on the side. It really hit the spot. Bonus that the taps had a rotating English mild ale from a local brewery on tap and was the perfect pairing to the curry. All in all, a very fortuitous find!

Great service, friendly atmosphere, and delicious food! A true neighborhood bar with pool and video…read moregames.

After 45 years (for me, longer for Flat Creek), it's still everything it's supposed to be: simple,…read morefriendly roadside tavern. Seats about 8-10 plus some outdoor seating. Nothing fancy. Bottled beer and something on tap, no non-alc beer but soft drinks available. Missed the pickled eggs from years ago, probably to the benefit toof those in close proximity. Cordial crowd and bartender Holly watching Little League World Series, and getting into it. Will make it back in October and look forward to the almost unchanging scene.

No frills, nothing fancy I have been going here for years, this is a great place to sit around and…read morehave a drink and hangout with friends and meet new friends. Holly is a gracious host and will make you feel welcome. This is a locals bar so be prepared for a little ribbing if you "ain't " from around here! FCT is a landmark for us that grew up here so stop by but don't try to change it, we love it just the way it has always been.

We love coming here to have beers! Service is always great! Cool little place to hang out and talk!…read moreNeed to get some of their food sometime soon!

Tried 3 beers and all were great! The crowd was amazing and friendly and helped us feel welcome…read moreand gave us great ideas for dinner and music. Will return!