Top Things to do in North Carolina Coast
Top Hotels in North Carolina Coast
- 1. Clarion Pointe New Bern
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks / Corolla
- 3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
- 4. Bridgepointe Hotel and Marina
- 5. Sea Ranch Resort
- 6. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
- 7. Best Western Ocean Reef Suites
- 8. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront, an IHG Hotel
- 9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rocky Mount, NC
- 10. Sanderling Resort
The 10 Best Breweries in North Carolina Coast, North Carolina Coast
North Carolina's coast and 300 miles of barrier island beaches are filled with lovely state parks, top restaurants and world-class golf courses. Cape Fear's beaches attract surfers. Wilmington's downtown contains fine antebellum homes and exciting shopping and dining. The wind-swept Outer Banks offer historic lighthouses, mysterious Roanoke Island and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Cape Hatteras National Seashore offers hiking, biking and fishing. Ferry trips link islands with the mainland.
Restaurants in North Carolina Coast
1. Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
A local brewery owned and operated by a group of great friends serving up great beers! The Blood Orange Kolsch, the Cold Brew Mocha Porter, and the IPA are always on tap, and they can be found in many restaurants within the surrounding areas. Be sure to check out the webpage for upcoming events and food truck schedules. See you soon!
Reviewed By jcR467NN
We visited on a weekend with 2 other couples and this place is always good. Not loud so you can converse and have a good beer. Very pet friendly so we normally take our pup. I have not tried the on-site food/restaurant yet. They usually have a food truck or 2 on the weekends. Great selection of their local brews as well as a few others. Parking can be scarce at times but I recommend that you stop in for a cold one.
2. Growlers To Go Craft Beer
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Growlers To Go is a bottle shop with up to 42 taps of craft brews that you can sample & take with you in growlers to go, or enjoy on-premise with pints and flights. We are proud to feature all the local Outer Banks breweries, along with the best of North Carolina and national favorites. Ask for samples and advice if you're overwhelmed by the choices! We also stock up to 100 varieties of packaged beer, as well as cold singles to mix & match for your own crafty six pack. For the wine lover, we offer an eclectic wine selection. And new this year, Growlers to Go also offers a fine selection of hand rolled cigars! Come taste the Grainbow, and find your flavor!
3. Rockt Mount Mills
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By 4Sters - North Carolina, United States
The Rocky Mount Mills is a multi-use property with breweries, restaurants, offices, a tiny home hotel complex, and great events. There is truly something for everyone in this family friendly environment. If you are traveling with a sports team to Rocky Mount, bring them out to the Mills. There is plenty of space including large lawns and outdoor seating, it is a great place for kids to burn of energy while the adults can unwind a bit. Major events at the Mills include the New Years Eve Hop Drop, the Christmas water tower lighting, the Rocky Mount Mills 5k, the Mill Chill, the Mill Music Sessions outdoor concert series, and more. Check out their Facebook pages for events. There is almost always something happening.
4. Mother Earth Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Mother Earth Brewing is a production Brewery with a Tap Room and Store. We have tours Tuesday-Saturday.
Reviewed By JonathanM852 - Clayton, United States
Great beer, friendly staff, perfect pours. In a market flooded with craft beer, Mother Earth stands out. Make sure you try the seasonal and the barrel aged brews!
5. Flytrap Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Flytrap Brewing is a neighborhood brewery and tap-room located in the Brooklyn Arts District of Historic Downtown Wilmington. Specializing in American and Belgian style ales, Flytrap's small batch brews are guaranteed to be at the peak of freshness.
Reviewed By Sal_Paradise767 - Durham, United States
I came by here at 7:57 PM and despite the fact that they close at 8 PM they let me have a much needed beer. Staff were extremely friendly and kind and their selection was impressive. There was even a food truck. I'll definitely be coming back here next time I'm in town.
6. Duck Rabbit Craft Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By FJVLS - Yorktown, United States
We've enjoyed Duck-Rabbit products from our grocery for years. Finally made a little detour off the highway to visit the place. Had a terrific stop. As dark beer fans, this place is perfect for us. A basic brewery with super friendly staff. With COVID they're serving outdoors, which is ideal. Had 4 or 5 brews on tap. Not all are available in bottles or cans at the brewery. Great couple of hour stop in the afternoon.
7. Check Six Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Check Six is the only brewery/taproom in Brunswick County! We offer a full line of handcrafted beer, that will satisfy every taste. We are not a restaurant but we encourage bringing your own food. We have takeout and delivery menus available. Stop in for a pint!
8. Front Street Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By HeZ777 - Savannah, United States
Great food - nice lunch spot. From the Rueben to the Shrimp & Grits, the food was excellent, service was great, and. A good value. Will put the Front Street Brewery on the 'must return to' list.
9. Wilmington Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By WomanontheGo2017 - North Myrtle Beach, United States
While dining in Wilmington, I wanted to order an IPA. I had not before heard of the Wilmington Brewing Company but decided to give their Tropical Lightening IPA--which nicely blends hops and citrus flavors--a try. I'm so glad I did. In fact, it was so good, I wanted to take some home. (The brewery limits its distribution to NC right now.) I visited their business on Kerr Avenue which has both a taproom and a small store. I was able to purchase the Tropical Lightening in four-packs of pint-sized cans. If you like to try new craft brews, I recommend you find a Wilmington restaurant with this on tap or you visit the Wilmington Brewing Company's home. Because I had a drive ahead of me, I did not sample any of their other beer while I was there, but I hope to go back to do so!
10. Waterline Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Local veteran owned and operated microbrewery located near the Cape Fear River just under the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge. Free parking, flights, live music and food trucks on weekends. Check our website for current hours and events!
Reviewed By 904BeachGirl - Jacksonville Beach, United States
We came here as part of the brew bus tour but this place was the star of the show when it came to breweries! The owner gave a great lesson about the general brewing process and then about their equipment. He is retired air force with a cool background in homebrewing. He was a home brewer before it became a trend and as a result his beer has a solid foundation. The Kolsch is their most popular (it’s a solid brew, and a good way to honor the time the owner spent in Germany). He also has some experimental styles (a strawberry rhubarb on tap and we tried a light colored coffee beer that uses local cold brew in the recipe). The staff was friendly and accommodating even though there was an event going on at the same time for a large group. There was a food truck too- I love when breweries pair up with local food trucks! Check this place out if you are looking for a fun brewery in a historic building in Wilmington!
