Even though Weaverville is small, its brewery scene has a whole lot of heart and quirks. Just 15 minutes north of Asheville, this walkable downtown has quietly become one of the best spots in Western North Carolina to spend an afternoon with a craft beer. Imagine non-touristy taprooms, easier parking…and a TARDIS?!
Whether you are a local looking for your next regular hangout or a visitor wanting to escape the Downtown Asheville rush, this guide covers every brewery in Weaverville, plus a few excellent taprooms just minutes away. We’ll tell you who has the best food and is dog and kid-friendly. See where to go if you have non-beer drinkers in your party.
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🚘 For breweries in Downtown Weaverville, use this parking map provided by the town. While in this area, read about all that you can do in Weaverville, including our favorite quirky restaurants. 📸 All photos are our own. 💙 Christine
Cheatsheet: Best Breweries In Weaverville
While I always hope you read through our entire article, just as much as you do our spicy, truth-bomby newsletter, these are the breweries and their highlights you’ll find below:
🍻 Leveller Brewing Co. – Rustic farmhouse vibes and beer
🍻 Eluvium Brewing Co. – Open 7 days a week with food and a large variety of beer
🍻 Zebulon Artisan Ales – Geeky niche craft brewery open Friday to Sunday with limited but excellent options
🍻 Salt Face Mule Brewing Co. (North Asheville) – Full kitchen, mini-golf, craft cocktails, and great lagers
🍻 Zillicoah Beer Company (Woodfin) – Sit along the French Broad River with a Helles and Master BBQ at this great Helene comeback brewery
Memorable Breweries In Weaverville
These are the main breweries in Downtown Weaverville, all within walking distance of each other.
Leveller Brewing Co.
Leveller Brewing is our favorite brewery in Weaverville for its Farmhouse Ales and ambiance. Did Joanna Gaines help decorate? What a cozy and rustic space.
Although a bit smaller than some of those famous Asheville breweries, chill with the beer tanks (🐑 and sheep decor) in Leveller’s indoor taproom. Or, head outside to the covered patio to people-watch along bustling Main Street.
🍻 On tap, find anything from a Czech Pilsner and Altbier to Farmhouse IPAs, American Pale Ales, and dark and light Lagers. I love their Golden Lager. For non-beer drinks, select from a unique wine list or local Asheville cider.
🥤 Non-alcoholic options include soda from Devil’s Foot, Shanti Jun kombucha elixirs, and seltzers. Although Leveller Brewing has low-key, on-site bites, outside food is also allowed.
🐶 This is a kid and pet-friendly brewery, but keep in mind that space is tight, especially for multiple leashed pooches. Leveller is closed on Tuesdays.
Leveller Brewing Co. | 25 N Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787
Eluvium Brewing Co.
Established in 2017, we’ve watched Eluvium Brewing change and grow over the years. They are the only brewery in Weaverville open 7 days a week.
🍻 Eluvium has Sours, Lagers, IPAs, Helles, Wheat, Altbiers, Blondes, Pils, and Brown Ales. Non-beer drinkers can enjoy seltzers, guest ciders, and ginger beer.
🐶 We appreciate that Eluvium Brewing Company posts when they clean their taps and are family and dog-friendly, with a covered and uncovered outdoor patio and indoor taproom.
🍔 If you are hungry, Eluvium’s kitchen is open from Wednesday to Monday with Tuesday food trucks. Order snacky foods, including pretzels, hush puppies, loaded tator tots, and quesadillas, or a more hearty meal, like salads, sandwiches, sliders, burgers, and wraps.
Eluvium Brewing Company | 11 Florida Ave, Weaverville, NC 28787
Zebulon Artisan Ales
Zebulon Artisan Ales is a bit harder to catch, but worth it. They are only open Fridays to Sundays, as the rest of the week they close to brew and bottle.
🍻 Zebulon specializes in Belgian and French Farmhouse beer styles, but they also create plenty of experimental beers. Select from IPAs, Sours, Whisky-aged Stouts, Saisons, Goses, and more. Just keep in mind that Zebeulon Brewing doesn’t have flagship beers, and beer selections rotate frequently. They also do not have non-beer options like wine or cider.
🐶 Our favorite and most memorable part of Zebulon is their TARDIS; we are huge Doctor Who fans, and you know Rose was the best Companion… Zebulon’s taproom/brewing space has indoor seating as well as a few outdoor tables. They are dog-friendly.
Zebulon Artisan Ales | 8 Merchants Alley, Weaverville, NC 28787
P.S. The Weaverville breweries do not brew their own gluten-free or gluten-reduced beer, but we do have a list of gluten-reduced breweries in and near Asheville, as a part-Celiac household.
Great Breweries Near Weaverville
Two more breweries near Weaverville, on the edge of Woodfin and Asheville, head to:
- Salt Face Mule Brewing Co. – This is a kid-friendly brewery with food and cocktails, most unique for its mini-golf course. Enjoy terrific outdoor seating, cocktails, and a spicy Southern pub-grub menu.
- Zillicoah Beer Co. – Known for its serene outdoor seating next to the French Broad River and uplifting Helene comeback, Zillicoah is one of our favorite breweries in Asheville – and where locals go. They are pet and family-friendly. Save room for Master BBQ, one of the best food trucks in town.