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    Norse Brewing Company

    4.0 (151 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Great spot, drinks and food were amazing!!
    Patrick I.

    Great food, drinks and atmosphere!! Highly recommend checking it out!!!! Bartender was awesome!

    Cool lighting, big and busy place!
    Jim P.

    Delicious Viking Burger! I highly recommend this place for an expensive but delicious burger like no other.

    Matthew H.

    The food and beer were good. I was pleasantly surprised with the food and the buns! The vibes were cool with plenty of different space inside for live music or down below chill vibes. The service on a Saturday night was a bit stretched. We waited forever for food! And we were starving, which didn't help the situation. Cool place to try.

    Kade M.

    Awesome place for a large group, and the food is as good as the beer looks (I'm part of the Anti Social Sober Club, sorry. No reviews of the brew). Avocado on sourdough was filling, even for a guy who loves meat. Definitely upgrade your fries to include the duck fat; so damn good I may start raising ducks to try to make my own fries. The boy liked his hot dog, but that bar is pretty low. Don't miss this spot if you're looking to eat and maybe grab an adult beverage in old downtown Wake Forest.

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    Marie S.

    Norse is a nice little bar with plenty of character. Different beers on tap some change here and there. While sitting at the bar you can see where they brew the beer. The food is amazing! I had the Viking burger- it was cooked really rare like I asked it had a mixture of bison, elk, wagyu and boar together which made it tender juicy and delicious. It came with a side of sweet potato chips, they were good. I also got to taste my husband's food which was Elk sausage it was tasty , the mustard they put on it was really good. My husband didn't like any of the sides offered and got their duck fat fries which we all tried and they were odd (we didn't eat them) Bathroom was clean service was good and fast.

    Flights are available.
    Katie T.

    I tried Norse the week they opened a few years ago, but am only reviewing this visit where I got a beer flight (no food). As someone who regularly tries higher quality beer from across the country, I can say this was very average. The "nitro" stout didn't feel like it at all...those should have a creamier consistency and what I got was not it. The amber lacked good flavor. If you're wanting somewhere to hang out in WF, this would be fine. The food may be more their gig than brewing beer.

    Kyleen M.

    First time visiting Norse Brewing. It's in a convenient location in downtown Wake Forest. The atmosphere is really laid back. Ample indoor seating with outdoor seating too - dogs allowed on the patio. The bar service was good; kitchen staff were slow. I had a BLT, pasta salad, and a cherry sour ale; very good. My husband had a Viking burger, fries, and a Hazy IPA. He asked for his burger to be cooked medium-well but it was well-done, had a strong charcoal taste, and the fries were cold. The patrons sitting next to use sent an item back saying it was cold. Maybe they were short staffed? Wish I could give more stars.

    Truffle fries, Viking Burger, Brussels sprouts, and Beet Salad!
    Lisa M.

    When visiting a friend in the Wake Forest area, we decided to stop into Norse Brewing for a quick lunch. Since we could not decide on what to order, we shared a few items so we could try more things. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, the beet salad, the Viking burger with truffle fries. Everything was really tasty!! If you are willing and able to share food, I would highly recommend ordering a few things for the table... Hopefully you won't regret it!

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    Friendly staff and great atmosphere! Food was good and there's a lot of variety. We will be back!

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    Best brunch in Wake Forest. Definitely worth the wait. Super cute place and service was terrific.

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    Our food runner Parker was the sweetest and took care of all our needs! Had an amazing dining experience, 10/10 would dine again.

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    4.5(39 reviews)
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    I first got to try Blackbird at a Halloween Yelp event, where they brough about half a dozen of the…read morebeers for us to try. I was impressed with so many of them, that I knew I had to make the journey from Raleigh to Wake Forest. On a chilly Saturday afternoon, I took the lone remaining seat at the bar. The service was incredible friendly (Cheers!) and they let me try 4 samples, which was very much appreciated. My favorites were the Juicy January and and the Yellow Submarine, both are Hazy IPAs. The JJ had hints of creamy pineapple in it, refreshing without being too light. The YS tasted a little more balanced, a really good all around beer. The Where I Belong was also good, this one leaned a little more towards West Coast, but it didn't have a strong piney taste like a lot of West Coasts can. I even noticed hints of caramel in it as well, which helped to counter the hops. There are several TVs and they'll put on just about any game you request. Also if you're into pumpkin beer, try the Pumpkin Amber when it's around. It's a Top 3 pumpkin beer that I've ever tried, and I've tried at least 25.

    The low down:This place never disappoints! The customer service is consistently friendly and…read morewelcoming, and the beer and wine selection is fantastic--there's truly something for everyone. Tonight was extra special thanks to the incredible live music by JT Parrothead. The energy, talent, and atmosphere made for such a fun and memorable evening. Great drinks, great people, and great music all in one spot--what more could you ask for? We'll absolutely be back!

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    Blackbird Brewery
    Blackbird Brewery - Inside

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    Lonerider Brewing Company Hideout in Wake Forest - Beer garden: TriBeagles event

    Lonerider Brewing Company Hideout in Wake Forest

    4.3(23 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    Came here for an adoption event Lonerider hosted for TriBeagles, which seems to be a regular event…read more So, we bought some drinks and left with two new dogs. Lonerider was very accommodating and accessible for both humans and dogs. Let's talk about beer and cocktails. As I was DD, you'll have to take my spouse's word for the beer. He enjoyed a couple of IPA's on the menu, and they very kindly made me a mocktail for half the price (which I'm grateful for as the drive back to Northern VA is kind of long, and I don't need to get pulled over with two newly adopted beagles already scared for their lives.) The outlaw extra menu, which is made up of specialty kegs on tap, also had a good variety on it. The big screen with all the different beers currently available is pretty cool. And I like that there's a fridge stocked up with take home beers, too. Plenty of parking outside. The beer garden was packed full of people and dogs and pop-up shops, still with room to sit and enjoy a beer or two. Inside there was plenty of seating and room to move around without stepping on any paws. I love that a portion of the proceeds from these events always goes back to TriBeagles, and I'm thankful for local businesses supporting these precious dogs in finding homes by providing event space. I wish we lived closer, Lonerider. We'd be here all the time.

    Came to an event here and this place was a vibe! The owner was walking around greeting people and…read morebeing so helpful! The drinks were great and very affordable. There is plenty of free parking and seating indoor and outdoor. Will definitely return.

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    Lonerider Brewing Company Hideout in Wake Forest
    Lonerider Brewing Company Hideout in Wake Forest

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    Heyday Brewing - The front of the building

    Heyday Brewing

    3.8(73 reviews)
    8.1 mi
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    My friends and I celebrated my birthday here (and last year as well). I always enjoy coming here…read moreand will probably be back again next year for my birthday as well! First off, there is a dedicated event space room that is free to use as long as you give them a heads up in time and make sure it's available. Already that's a sell for me since a lot of venues require you to pay for a space. There are couches and tables / seating so it makes for a perfect place to hang. The employees have always been wonderful and offer quick service. The food and drinks are also top notch! I think it's quite impressive when a brewery offers cocktails that are on par with what you might find in an actual cocktail bar. Incredibly rare find! The food offerings are also delicious and perfect to share with friends. The venue itself is fun and spacious. There are some pinball machines and they often have live music as well. I also appreciate the outdoor space they have available! Anyways, great spot. Check it out for yourself!

    I attended a birthday party here this weekend. It was awesome! The party was held in a private room…read morewith TVs, couches, tables, and chairs. They even let us decorate the space for the birthday girl! The place itself was super cool. I love the skeleton murals, the live music, the expansive drink menu, and the food. I ordered a tequila cocktail called Cheaper Than Therapy, which was delicious. They also have beer and THC drinks. Literally something for everyone! We ordered a bunch of apps and I really liked the loaded tots. Highly recommend! I definitely plan to revisit in the future and will keep the space in mind for future private events.

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    Heyday Brewing - A German and Czech (dark) lager.  Both very good.

    A German and Czech (dark) lager. Both very good.

    Heyday Brewing - View of the left side of the building (where you order food and where the pinball is located)

    View of the left side of the building (where you order food and where the pinball is located)

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