15 Best Charlottesville Breweries
Abby and Sam Price
Are you searching for the best Charlottesville breweries? Charlottesville has a special place in our hearts.
After all, we have spent countless weekends traveling to the area to visit some of the best wineries, go brewery hopping, and we even got married in Charlottesville in 2020!
Charlottesville is home to a great college, incredible restaurants, some of the best wineries, countless breweries, and we truly cannot say enough good things about the town!
Below you will find a list of the best Charlottesville breweries to help you plan your next beer inspired trip.
The Best Breweries in Charlottesville
Below we have highlighted the best breweries in Charlottesville for you to enjoy.
1. Starr Hill Brewery
Located right in the middle of downtown, Starr Hill Brewery is one of the best breweries in Charlottesville.
They offer countless beers to choose from including IPA’s, sours, stouts, pale ales, and so much more.
They truly have a variety of beer that everyone is sure to enjoy!
We love that this brewery has an abundance of indoor and outdoor seating for you to pick from.
Plus, dogs are allowed on their patio area which is always a bonus for pet owners!
One feature that truly stands out about Starr Hill Brewery is their beer itself.
They whip up some of the best beers in the area and if you are an IPA fan, you must try their Ramble On Juicy IPA, it is simply one of my absolute favorites!
It is important to note that Starr Hill does not serve food at their brewery but they do welcome outside food.
Feel free to grab your favorite meal or snacks and come indulge in a drink at their brewery for a great atmosphere and delicious craft brews!
📍946 Grady Ave Suite 101, Charlottesville, VA 22903
2. Champion Brewing Company
Champion Brewing Company is a bustling brewery with countless delicious beers and bites to eat.
If you are looking for a lively atmosphere with incredible indoor and outdoor seating… look no further.
We love that Champion Brewing Company serves up an abundance of beers to choose from including IPA’s, lagers, stouts, and so many more.
Plus, they have delicious pub food to choose from including wings, hot dogs, burgers, and more!
Champion Brewing Company is an incredible option for those looking for phenomenal craft beer, delicious pub food, and a robust atmosphere!
📍324 6th Street SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902
3. South Street Brewery
South Street Brewery is truly unique because of its pub-like atmosphere, pints of beer, and great food.
One feature that we adore about South Street Brewery is that they have various deals depending on the day and time that you visit!
For instance, they have a burger and beer special on Thursday during a certain timeframe!
For more information about their specials, we recommend checking out their website or social media accounts to stay up to date.
Additionally, we love that they have an extensive draft list to choose from!
South Street Brewery is a phenomenal place for those looking for a pub-like environment that whips up great beers and food.
📍106 South Street West, Charlottesville, VA 22902
4. Decipher Brewery
Decipher Brewery is known for their great craft beer and friendly staff!
They are a relatively newer brewery in the area and opened in 2019.
We specifically love that they are Veteran-owned brewery and that they put a tremendous amount of passion into their beers and business.
Another feature that we love is that they are very dog friendly and have an abundance of indoor and outdoor space.
If you are looking for a more local experience with excellent beer and friendly staff, Decipher Brewery is your place to visit!
📍1740 Broadway Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
5. Rockfish Brewing Company
Rockfish Brewing Company is a smaller brewery in the Charlottesville area and they serve up great craft beer.
They actually have two locations in the Charlottesville area to choose from, one on Preston Ave and the other at the downtown Mall, which is great for those looking to hit a specific area in Charlottesville.
They have a handful of beers to choose from and smaller bites to eat as well. If you are looking for a smaller brewery to enjoy, Rockfish should be on your itinerary!
📍900 Preston Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903 or 201 W Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
6. Meriwether Springs Vineyard & Brewery
Meriwether Springs Vineyard & Brewery is a family owned and operated property that has a vineyard, brewery, countless acres, a Bed & Breakfast, and so much more.
When it comes to craft beer… we love that they serve up delicious pints of beer and that they serve wine too!
Another feature that we love about Meriwether Springs is that they serve up wood-fired pizza for all to enjoy!
We love that this vineyard & brewery is a “hidden gem” in the area and is just down the road from the University of Virginia.
If you are searching for delicious drinks and pizza in the Charlottesville, VA area, you must check out Meriwether Springs Vineyard & Brewery for a local and friendly experience.
📍1040 Owensville Road, Charlottesville, VA 22901
7. North American Sake Brewery & Restaurant
The North American Sake Brewery & Restaurant is unlike any other brewery in the Charlottesville area.
This place serves up incredible sake, ramen, sushi, and much more.
If you are looking for a truly unique brewery experience and you love Asian cuisine, you must check out this spot!
📍522 2nd Street SE Unit E, Charlottesville, VA 22902
8. Selvedge Brewing
Selvedge Brewing offers great beer and incredible bar food. We love that they have indoor and outdoor seating.
Plus, dogs are welcome in their outdoor seating area!
Not only do they serve up craft beer but they also offer a variety of wines, cocktails, and sodas too!
📍1837 Broadway Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902
9. Random Row Brewing Co.
Random Row Brewing Company serves up delicious craft beer in the Charlottesville area.
A huge characteristic that makes Random Row stand out amongst other breweries is the handful of fun daily events and specials that they host such as a Run Club, Trivia Night, Charity Bingo, and many others.
We love that Random Row has an abundance of indoor and outdoor seating for all to enjoy.
Plus, they have quite a few TV’s for those looking to enjoy a drink and watch a game!
Lastly, one of the biggest features that we love about this brewing company is that they love to host charitable events and donate portions of their profits to charity and non-profit organizations!
We love that this brewery strives to give back to others.
📍608 Preston Ave A, Charlottesville, VA 22903
10. Three Notch’d Craft Kitchen & Brewery
Three Notch’d is located near downtown Charlottesville and is home to excellent craft beers, delicious and thoughtfully crafted cocktails, as well as, great food.
One characteristic that stands out about Three Notch’d is that they serve up food, beers, AND cocktails so they truly have something for everyone to enjoy no matter what you’re in the mood for!
Another feature that we love is that they are very family friendly and kid friendly. In fact, they even have a kids menu for your little ones to enjoy and pick from.
Additionally, we adore that they have both indoor and patio seating available. Plus, pups are allowed on their patio and in the winter months it is covered and heated!
Lastly, a huge feature that stands out about Three Notch’s is that they serve up a handful of non-alcoholic beer options which is great for pregnant mama’s or people that are just trying to avoid alcohol in general.
If you are looking for great food, incredible drinks, and an even better atmosphere that suits everyone… you must check out Three Notch’d!
📍520 2nd Street SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902
The Best Breweries Near Charlottesville
Below I have pinpointed the best breweries near Charlottesville. These breweries aren’t quite in the city but are just a short drive away and totally worth exploring.
11. Devil’s Backbone Basecamp Brewpub
Devil’s Backbone is one of the most popular Charlottesville breweries! It is found just outside of Charlottesville in a town called Roseland.
We love that they offer countless IPA’s, lagers, and everything in between.
Some features that really stand out about Devil’s Backbone Basecamp Brewpub is the abundance of outdoor seating offered.
Additionally, they are very dog friendly and pets are allowed to accompany their humans as long as they stay on leash!
Another reason that we adore Devil’s Backbone is because they offer countless events and live music.
Be sure to check out their website for updates on when events are held and when to expect live music!
Additionally, Devil’s Backbone does serve food at their Basecamp Brewpub and they whip up delicious bites that go excellent with their beer on tap.
You can indulge in foods such as nachos, pretzels, burgers, and so much more.
Lastly, we would be remiss if we did not mention that there is a Devil’s Backbone Camp where you can reserve spots to car camp, tent camp, RV camp, and so much more.
This is such a unique and incredible option for outdoor lovers that are looking to drink some great beer!
📍 200 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA 22967
12. Mount Ida Farms Tasting Room & Taphouse
Mount Ida farms Tasting Room & Taphouse is a “hidden gem” near the Charlottesville area.
This Tasting Room & Taphouse does not only serve up incredible beer but they also serve delicious wines too!
Sam and I actually got married at Mount Ida Farms The Lodge and quickly fell in love with their property, staff, and delicious booze.
If you are looking for a smaller brewery to hit in the Charlottesville area, you must check out Mount Ida’s Tasting Room.
Not only is their beer and wine exceptional but the aesthetic and romantic atmosphere are unlike anywhere else.
As soon as you enter the Tasting Room, you are immediately met by welcoming faces and chic decor.
One area that truly stands out about Mount Ida’s Tasting Room is the incredible outdoor seating area that they have! A
s you make your way outside, they have countless tables, chairs, and soft seating to choose from with some of the most magnificent views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
If you are searching for a lesser known brewery that serves up excellent craft beer, look no further!
Plus, we also consider their Tasting Room to be one of the best Charlottesville wineries so you can pick whether you would like to indulge in beer or wine or maybe one of each!
📍5600 Moonlight Drive, Scottsville, VA 24590
13. Blue Mountain Brewery
Blue Mountain Brewery is located outside of Charlottesville, VA in a town called Afton.
This brewery is one of the most popular breweries in the area and they serve up excellent craft beer and American cuisine.
There are countless things that stand out about Blue Mountain Brewery.
The first being its size, Blue Mountain Brewery is pretty big in size and has an abundance of indoor and outdoor seating.
Another feature that stands out is that they are very family friendly and dog friendly! I don’t think that I have ever visited Blue Mountain without seeing a handful of children or pets!
They have a great atmosphere for the whole family to enjoy and it truly is a magnificent place to bring the whole family to.
Additionally, Blue Mountain Brewery is typically known for their food because they have such a large menu to pick from including salads, sandwiches, burgers, and pizzas.
Plus, they have a kids menu for your children to enjoy!
Personally, I love that they offer flights of beer and our go-to food option is typically pizza!
If you are looking for a welcoming environment that has a little bit of everything, be sure to stop by Blue Mountain Brewery!
📍9519 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, VA 22920
14. Brewing Tree Beer Co.
Brewing Tree Beer Co. is a smaller brewery founded not too long ago in 2018.
We specifically love that this brewery has a more local feel to it and that they serve up delicious craft beer and scratch made food.
We love that this beer company is dog friendly and that they have a handful of indoor and outdoor seating to choose from!
If you are searching for good craft beer with less crowds, be sure to check out Brewing Tree Beer Co. for an experience you will not want to forget!
📍9278 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton, VA 22920
15. Pro Re Nata Farm Brewery
Pro Re Nata is unlike any other breweries in the area…We LOVE that they proudly promote themselves as a farm brewery and they boast a unique and lively atmosphere found outside of Charlottesville in a town called Crozet.
This brewery serves up hand crafted beer, local spiked ciders, wine, and canned cocktails.
Plus, they serve up excellent food 7 days a week!
One thing that truly stands out about Pro Re Nata is just how large their brewery is!
They have countless choices when it comes to indoor and outdoor seating.
Plus, they are very family friendly and pet friendly!
Another characteristic that stands out about this brewery is that they offer countless events and live music for all to enjoy.
We strongly recommend that you check out their events calendar so that you stay up to date on what is happening at their brewery!
If you are searching for great drinks and an incredible atmosphere, you must head to Pro Re Nata Farm Brewery!
📍6135 Rockfish Gap Turnpike, Crozet, VA 22932
FAQs About The Best Charlottesville Breweries:
Continue reading below as I dive into some of the frequently asked questions about the best Charlottesville breweries.
Best Charlottesville Breweries With Food
There are quite a few Charlottesvilles breweries that serve up food. Our favorites are Devil’s Backbone Basecamp Brewpub and Blue Mountain Brewery.
Charlottesville Breweries Dog-Friendly
There are so many Charlottesville breweries that are dog friendly!
We recommend checking out Pro Re Nata Farm Brewery, Starr Hill Brewery, Decipher Brewing, Devil’s Backbone Basecamp Brewpub, and Blue Mountain Brewery!
Charlottesville Breweries Outdoor Seating
There are countless breweries with outdoor seating in Charlottesville.
We recommend checking out Starr Hill Brewery, Champion Brewing Company, Decipher Brewery, Meriwether Springs Vineyard & Brewery, Random Row, and Mount Ida Farms Tasting Room & Taphouse… just to name a few!
Charlottesville Brewery Tour
For the best Charlottesville Brewery Tour we recommend checking out the Cville Hop on Tours!
You can pick from countless routes and each one offers something unique and special.
Final Thoughts On The Best Charlottesville Breweries
Having grown up an hour from Charlottesville, we’ve spent countless days and weekends day tripping to nearby area.
As major craft beer fans, we love to venture to Charlottesville for some of the best breweries in the state.
Some of our favorites include Mount Ida, Devil’s Backbone, and Starr Hill.
We hope you loved this post on the best Charlottesville breweries! Happy Brewery Hopping!
