Craft Beer Guide: Asheville
Asheville, North Carolina — updated April 17, 2026
The best craft breweries and beer bars in Asheville, North Carolina. From hoppy IPAs to barrel-aged stouts, these taprooms are worth a visit.
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Asheville has built a reputation as a craft beer destination, with local breweries and taprooms offering everything from hoppy IPAs to barrel-aged stouts. Whether you're a seasoned beer enthusiast or just exploring, these are the spots worth your time.
1. The Times Bar & Coffee Shop
56 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
A standout in the local beer scene - with a 4.8 rating from over 579 reviews, it's clearly resonating with visitors. known as a top bar destination in the area. moderately priced.
2. Luminosa
A local favorite worth checking out when you're in Asheville. Ask around and you'll hear good things about this spot.
3. Cúrate Bar de Tapas
A local favorite worth checking out when you're in Asheville. Ask around and you'll hear good things about this spot.
4. Hi-Wire Brewing - Biltmore Village
2A Huntsman Pl, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
A destination for beer lovers looking for something beyond the ordinary - with a 4.7 rating from over 407 reviews, it's clearly resonating with visitors. known as a top bar destination in the area.
5. Burial Beer Co. South Slope Taproom
40 Collier Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
This taproom consistently delivers on quality and variety - with a 4.7 rating from over 2,177 reviews, it's clearly resonating with visitors. known as a top bar destination in the area.
6. Old Europe Pastries
18 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
A standout in the local beer scene - with a 4.7 rating from over 2,408 reviews, it's clearly resonating with visitors. known as a top bar destination in the area. moderately priced.
7. Haywood Common
A local favorite worth checking out when you're in Asheville. Ask around and you'll hear good things about this spot.
8. Jerusalem Garden Café
A local favorite worth checking out when you're in Asheville. Ask around and you'll hear good things about this spot.
9. All Day Darling
102 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
A destination for beer lovers looking for something beyond the ordinary - rated 4.5/5 by 1,217 reviewers. known as a top bar destination in the area. moderately priced.
10. Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar
1 Page Ave #101, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
This taproom consistently delivers on quality and variety - rated 4.5/5 by 1,770 reviewers. known as a top activities destination in the area. moderately priced.