If you're a big fan of brews, we've got exciting news for you: April 7 is National Beer Day, and, luckily, there's no shortage of places to celebrate in Wilmington! After all, who doesn't love sipping on an ice cold beer on a sunny day in beautiful North Carolina? Here are 10 spots to grab a beer and pay homage to National Beer Day in Wilmington. Check out one, a few, or if you're feeling brave, try them all!
Located in the trendy Brooklyn Arts District, Edward Teach is the perfect spot to catch pirates and pints. This brewery serves up both ales and lagers in a 100-year-old firehouse building; the first level bar is shaped like a pirate ship while the upstairs level looks like a tall ship's rigging! Not sure if you're in the right spot? Just look for Blackbeard's infamous pirate flag on the front of the building!
Kick back with friends and enjoy a wide selection of beer, wine, and cigars at The Brewer's Kettle for National Beer Day! You can buy bottles to go or drink them on-site while enjoying the covered rear patio or open front patio where dogs are always welcome. There are also stools and tables available inside of what was once a 1950s service station!
Wilmington is known for its laid-back lifestyle and ocean views, and this brewery definitely delivers on the coastal atmosphere! Located just before the bridge to Wrightsville Beach, this spot has indoor and outdoor seating with a dog-friendly patio. Craft brews, ciders, and wine are served up here along with a menu of fresh seafood selections and pub favorites.
This space was originally used for stables in the early 20th century but has since been transformed into a brewery and taproom in Historic Wilmington! This brewery is known for their unique take on hop forward and innovative Belgian beers. There are 12 brews on tap here as well as occasional guest brews for you to try when you stop here for National Beer Day.
This local pub and brewery is a favorite in the Wilmington area! With 13 beers on tap as well as guest taps featuring beers from other local breweries, there's a brew for every taste here. Specialty drinks, a variety of pub food, and seafood are also on the menu. Enjoy locally handcrafted beers and casual cuisine inside or on the covered porch.
On National Beer Day, pour your own glass at this taproom with an extensive beer selection in Downtown Wilmington! With numerous large TVs throughout, you can keep up with the game while you knock back a few. You pay for drinks by the ounce without having to prepay, so all you've got to do is open a tab, and you're free to taste a wide variety of craft beers, wines, and ciders!
Did you know the Venus flytrap is native to Wilmington? Named after this famous flower, Flytrap Brewing offers a unique brewery experience in Downtown Wilmington. They serve up a variety of signature brews as well as five rotating guest taps. One of their most popular signature ales is called the Rehder's Red Ale, named after Stanley Rehder, a local horticulturist who loved Venus flytraps. This spot also showcases work from local artists and is dog-friendly! Live music is played every weekend and Catch the Food Truck swings by to dish up food Thursday through Saturday.
Front Street Brewery is Wilmington's original restaurant and brewery located in the heart of downtown. Both seasonal and flagship brews are made here including Coastal Kolsch and Riptide Raspberry Wheat. Front Street Brewery doesn't just do beer; they were named one of the Top 20 Bourbon Bars in the South by The Bourbon Review as they offer over 400 kinds of whiskey! They also offer an extensive menu of both appetizers and entrees, specializing in gourmet sandwiches. They're open late night, serving a full menu until midnight, and there's also a dog-friendly front patio for your furry friend so they can be alongside you as you celebrate National Beer Day.
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Open since 2003, this bottle shop and 30-tap bar has been a local favorite for a while. They're known for bringing the best local and national brews straight to Downtown Wilmington! With a variety of games, pool tables, and patio seating, this is a great spot to bring a group of friends to drink some beers and get a little competitive!
Burgers and beer? Now that's a winning combo, especially on National Beer Day! Head to the second-floor loft above JohnnyLukes KitchenBar and you'll find a casual bar featuring 19 taps of beer sourced from various in-state breweries. Their lineup of burgers is also impressive; we recommend "The Kicker" that comes with jalapeno, sriracha mayo, and jack cheese. You'll definitely need that beer to cool your taste buds down!
Unfortunately, not every day is National Beer Day. The good news? There's a seemingly endless amount of bars in Wilmington to check out no matter what day. Find them all by registering on 910area for free and connect to everything in the Wilmington and Fayetteville area.
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