10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Ashburn

"A brewery that makes their own beer located near Nationals Park is always a must stop when I have visitors in town or before a baseball game. I have somehow currently have no pictures of their food, but have never been disappointed with any of their menu items. I suggest the Brussels sprouts, tater tots, and chicken sandwich, they will not disappoint!"

"Bluejacket was built to be a brewery without boundaries, allowing beer director Greg Engert and his team of brewers to create beers across the broadest range of styles and flavors possible."

"What started in 2013 as a craft brew pub in Shaw has since expanded to include a dedicated production facility in Brookland and distribution throughout DC bars. A visit to Right Proper is hardly ever the same, whether you make a reservation for indoor dining or walk up to a patio table. Its selection of wild yeast ales rotate frequently and are brewed in small batches, so you never know what may be next on tap."

"Brookland, NE Production House and Tasting Room | Facebook | Instagram | TwitterShaw BrewPub and Kitchen. Tours Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m., 4 p.m."

"Bold ingredients and funky flavor profiles like peppercorns and pecans are the calling card at 3 Stars Brewing. The beers here are simultaneously full-bodied and nuanced, making them great for sipping solo or pairing with food. The Takoma headquarters now has limited patio seating available for reservation online, along with curbside pickup and delivery to all DC addresses (including same-day when ordered before noon)."

"features three red stars over two red bars on a white field. Considering this is one of the best D.C. breweries, naming itself after the city’s flag is fitting."

"Hellbender Brewing Company was named after the local endangered Hellbender salamander, and hangs its hat on sustainable brewing practices. It was the first brewery on the east coast to brew using a mash filter, which drastically reduces both water usage and grain usage, thus increasing overall efficiency. Stop in for a free tour on Saturday to see the process for yourself."

"Don’t let the name fool you into thinking this place might not be a good fit for your clan. Hellbender boasts nine beers on tap and three more you can take out the door. Each crafted beer is as unique as the brewery’s namesake, the Hellbender Salamander."

"The District’s first winery, in Navy Yard, has a huge footprint that includes a wine factory, event space, and a restaurant. Glass cases hold stacks of bottles and light streams into the sunny Ana dining room, which is decorated with colorful portraits of U.S. presidents. Try made-in-the-District rosé; it's a fan favorite."

"Inside D.C.’s only operational commercial winery is an upscale dining room with expansive windows overlooking the nearby Anacostia River. This industrial-chic decor pays homage to the Navy Yard neighborhood, with food that is colorful and vegetable-forward. Bacon egg and cheese sandwich from Call Your Mother Deli"

"Basically, any style of beer can be found in Washington, D.C., as long as you know where to look. Lucky for you- we do."

"The African American Civil War Memorial Museum preserves and shares the largely ignored stories of enormous contributions made by the 209,145 members of the United States Colored Troops to the American Civil War. The Museum's collection includes artifacts, documents, primary sources, and technology."

"More than 200,000 African-American soldiers and sailors fought in the Civil War. At the African American Civil War Museum, these individuals are remembered through photography, newspaper articles, replicas of uniforms, and a memorial. The museum is currently being redeveloped."

"The African American Civil War Memorial, along with the African American Civil War Museum across the street, memorializes nearly 220,000 members of the United States Colored Troops involvement in the American Civil War."

"— dusk; closed December 25.Location:Independence Avenue, 7th Street SW. A cylinder-shaped building with an adjoining plaza and sunken sculpture garden is what your eyes see when looking at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. The modern and contemporary art displayed here is meant to give a voice to the art and artists and create meaningful experiences for those in attendance."

"A cylinder with a hollowed out middle, the Hirshhorn Museum is a visually stunning building from the outside as well as the inside. Its location set amidst a number of more traditional buildings makes it stand out even more. The structure, housing an incredible modern art collection, should be on your list of places to see."

"For cutting-edge modern and contemporary art, don't miss the Hirshhorn. It's a Smithsonian museum located in a stunning, drum-shaped building. After walking the gallery, head downstairs to the gift shop and Barbara Kruger's installation, which fills the Lower Level lobby."