10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Gastonia

"Wooden Robot describes itself as an “urban farmhouse brewery,” a space where old meets new — hence the wonderful brewery name. A lot of breweries tout themselves as a blend of art and science, a traditional brewery making modern beer, but when someone can make a series of quality lagers as well as juicy sours and IPAs, we take notice. Like a couple of the other breweries on this list, you’ll find great food available in the taproom."

"Heist, one of the city’s original breweries, has two locations: the first Heist Brewpub in NoDa and the Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts near Camp North End. Their brunch buffet (usually accompanied by a donut tower) is a hangover must. Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts is a 26,000 brewery and taproom that has a covered beer garden, bakeshop, two event spaces and a separate area for their barrel-aging program."

"Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC 28205Details: All-you-can-eat buffet, pizza rail and one a la carte entree. Sunday, 10am-2:30pm.Price: $19 adults, $6 kids 10 and under"

"Heist Brewery is Charlotte’s newest contemporary brewpub in the NoDa Neighborhood. At Heist, bold, exquisite and unexpected culinary combinations are the norm."

"This outfit serves as a one-stop shop for beer, coffee, and solid American-style fare. Tucked close to the New Bern Station stop on the light rail, the seating features heated and covered outdoor spaces and wide booths. Eclectic brews made on-site and scratch-made cocktails that pair with items, like thick-cut pork belly BLT, roasted beet hummus with toast points, thick chicken biscuits and gravy, and toasty flatbreads."

"The Suffolk Punch is a coffee bar by morning and a brewery and eatery whenever it’s polite to quit with the coffee already. The South End space is also fantastic, with a large patio and gleaming indoor space that leads to a curated experience from start to finish. If you’re there to eat, their weekend brunch is fantastic."

"2161 Hawkins St., Charlotte, NC 28203 • (704) 910-3821Hours: Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, noon to 11 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 10 p.m. Sycamore has been popular since they opened, and since they’ve added food trucks and expanded their outdoor space almost to the Rail Trail, it’s always a packed house."

"Proudly based in Charlotte, Sycamore Brewing has won numerous international honors for their craft brews. Stop by their beer garden just in time for alive music show and enjoy some fresh beer on tap!. Sycamore can also hook you up for your private event needs."

"Offering delivery and curbside pick-up Tuesday-Sunday through a new delivery site. Offerings include fresh beer, baked goods, coffee, and more."

"A chain with locations all over the United States, this Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery is located on N. Tryon St. With six house made beers on tap, Rock Bottom’s restaurant also has an extensive food menu to boot. Join their rewards program to earn points towards future discounts to redeem when you reach certain milestones."

"Committed beer fans flock to The Unknown Brewing Co.'s new rooftop bar and revamped taproom (now with double the taps!). The brewery is known for its year-round staples like Feather Light, a refreshing, low-alcohol Berliner Weisse. Other favorites include Over The Edge IPA, Pre Game session ale, and Scratch N Sniff, a light-bodied IPA."

"For as much as Charlotte talks about the brewery bubble “popping,” new breweries have been popping up even during the pandemic. Vaulted Oak just opened its first location in a former bank branch on Monroe Road. Still to come: Local favorites Resident Culture and Legion have plans of opening new locations in late 2021."

"The beloved icon is back in a new location with its signature bar-market-deli-coffee shop feel and two-and-a-half stories to hang out or work in. Neighborhood: South End. Related story: Now Open: 5 quick things to know about the new Common Market South End"

"Providing an inviting green space in the heart of Charlotte’s Second Ward, Marshall Park offers beautiful views of the Charlotte skyline. The park is a popular with local office workers who can enjoy a breath of fresh air in the park during their lunchtime. The park encompasses open grassy areas surrounding a pretty lake which is frequented by ducks and other water birds."

"Even though this sweet little park is right there for everyone to see it is more of a hidden gem. Not as many people go here so you will more than likely have it all to yourselves. Bonus: This park has a great skyline view."

"If you can’t decide between a natural and urban setting, combine both. At Marshall Park in Uptown’s Second Ward, a fountain, pond and trees offer a quiet, picturesque corner of the city for your wedding photography."

"If you’re a tea lover, Unwind Tea & Coffee steeps an A to Z selection of leaves, while coffee aficionados can enjoy a cold or hot French press in one of three flavors."

"This restaurant has one of the largest buffet presentations in Charlotte, featuring all of your favorite Chinese and Japanese dishes. Jasmine has you covered for a substantial, straightforward meal, whether you’re after a cold or hot bar, an extensive lineup of sushi assortments, or a hibachi grill where fresh ingredients can be prepared in front of you."

"Address: 2305 Westinghouse Boulevard, Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28273Details: Monday-Thursday: 11am-10pm; Friday-Saturday: 11am-10:30pm; Sunday: 11am-10pm.Price: Lunch (until 3:30pm): $8.59; dinner: $10.99."

"This buffet is great because it caters to everyone..I can't eat pork so the rest of the buffet had delicious opt..."

"I go to Sunflour often but have never tried this raspberry pop tart @urbangirlgranolaworld 😱 It looks like this flaky, fresh pastry would be the perfect afternoon snack or breakfast!. Thanks for the photo. – 📷 by @urbangirlgranolaworld 📝 by @queencitychic #myfab5 #clteats #cltnoms #clt #cltfood"

"Neighborhood: Ballantyne, Dilworth, Elizabeth and Harrisburg, NC. This scratch-made bakery is a go-to for locals craving breakfast or dessert. If you’re craving something sweet, Sunflour serves up favorites like breakfast sandwiches and pastries as well as cakes and cupcakes.."

"A local favorite for sweet and savory baked goods in multiple neighborhoods in Charlotte. Sunflour has an assortment of breakfast, lunch, and dessert items. You’ll find classic baked goods like cupcakes and cookies, along with scones, paninis, and breakfast sandwiches."

"Located at 6311 Carmel Road, Suite B, the day spa — offering skin care, massage treatments and more — is the highest rated massage spot in Charlotte, boasting 4.5 stars out of 87 reviews on Yelp."

"Katura Day Spa offers a wide combination of Spa, Mind and Body Services and product lines. Also, the spa is very devoted by providing a variety of methods for restoring your facial and body wellness treatments and other skin cares. Their staff are licensed, insured, trained, and experienced."

"Next up is Plaza Midwood's Massage Works of Charlotte, situated at 2514 Central Ave. With five stars out of 34 reviews on Yelp, the massage therapy clinic has proven to be a local favorite."