10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Virginia Beach

"The packs of beach cruisers parked out front signal that you’ve found the right place. The compact tasting room, equal parts active brewery and beach shack, is filled with surf-loving locals and in-the-know tourists. The False Cape Ale is a quintessential amber ale with a smooth finish and slightly bitter caramel notes while the Steel Pier Bohemian Lager is perfect after a day at the beach."

"The Backstory: Every town loves a good ghost story, and Virginia Beach is no different. For years, locals believed the Chesapeake Beach Volunteer Fire and Rescue Station -- now the home of Commonwealth Brewing -- to be haunted by the ghost of Benjamin Bishop, one of the station’s firefighters who died in the ’70s. He would act like a practical joker, setting off sirens and alarms, slamming truck doors; because of that, the town hosted their annual Halloween haunted house at the Chic’s Beach firehouse until 2013."

"A few blocks from the bay, a smartly renovated fire station is home to Commonwealth Brewing in the Chesapeake Beach area. A 28-tap tasting room pours Commonwealth’s extensive list of Belgian inspired brews along with IPAs, stouts and a ever-changing list of seasonal beers. An outdoor beer garden with games and a rotating roster of local food trucks makes Commonwealth a neighborhood favorite."

"The Commonwealth Tasting Room is a veritable craft beer haven, located just steps from the bay in the Chic's Beach landmark Chesapeake Beach Fire & Rescue Station #4. Centered in the Chic's Beach neighborhood a few blocks from the Chesapeake Bay beaches, it's a perfect stop for your beach day."

"For a taste of Germany in Virginia Beach, head to Wasserhund Brewing Company and experience the best in ales, lagers and honey beer, plus the delicious eats like locally made bratwurst and artisanal pizza. The brewery’s name translates to “water dog,” so expect to find beers named to follow this K-9 theme. Try a Purebred Pilsner, German Shepheweizen, Doggy Paddle IPA or Haywire Husky, just to name a few."

"Good things are in store at this small brewery in the Hilltop area of Virginia Beach. Featuring German-style beer ( thumbs up for their Citrus Wheat and Dunkel) as well house-made artisan pizza and beer sausages, Wasserhund offers a taste of Duetschland with a beachy twist. Wasserhund Brewing Company is located at 1805 Laskin Road Suite 102 Virginia Beach, VA 23454"

"Pleasure House Brewing is like having a friend that invites you to come chill at their place, except this particular friend makes really good beer. Go for the Glo Belgian Blond or the Rudee Inlet DIPA, stay for the foosball and good times. Pleasure House Brewing is located at 2032 Pleasure House Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455"

"Located just off Shore Drive, Pleasure House Brewing brings a slightly different beach vibe to the table. They're relaxed, they're friendly, and they're innovative. Mostly a small-batch brewery, Pleasure House always has something new on Tap."

"With a 2 acre dog friendly beer garden and over 20 beers on tap the Virginia Beach outpost of Atlanta based brewery New Realm Brewing Company became a fast favorite of locals and visitors alike. Their flagship IPA Hazy Like a Fox is a citrusy easy to drink sipper or you could go for one of their complex Wooded Reserve barrel aged Belgian Quadrupels aged for 9 months in rum or bourbon barrels. New Realm Brewing Company is located at 1209 Craft Lane Virginia Beach, VA 23454"

"Atlanta-based New Realm Brewing Company has made its mark in inland Virginia Beach. The large taproom is complemented by a spacious outdoor seating area, lawn games, firepits and live music. Bring your pets and your whole family to this brewery where food trucks are on-site often."

"While out perusing all the amazing sights and sounds of the Virginia Beach area, you’re probably ready to cool off and grab some chow. New Realm Brewing just happens to be the perfect place to do both. Dine-in or soak up some rays in the two-acre outdoor patio/beer garden."

"Fresh, handcrafted beer and premium, made-from-scratch food...all served up in a friendly and fun atmosphere - that's what the Gordon Biersch experience is all about.” Our restaurants showcase a passion for food through their commitment to using only the freshest and finest ingredients in all the … Read More. This Restaurant has not set up any of its highlights and features. Visitors will need to visit the location to view the highlights and features."

"At Virginia Beach’s Town Center, Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant is serving up delicious food from their kitchen and German-style draughts from the taps. While the restaurant has many locations, all beers are brewed in-house, creating signature sips for Virginia Beach."

"Our on-site chef creates unexpectedly good food, crafted to complement the nuanced flavors of our beer. Gordon Biersch beer is made with German precision brewing that meets American craft..."

"Enjoy local brews and Emerson cigars at Maker’s Craft Brewery at their onsite cigar lounge. Set in a historic 1906 burlap bag factory, this brewery incorporates the old with the new. The bar is made from reclaimed wood while brick walls line the interior and old cobblestones (found during construction) decorate their outdoor patio."

"Mon: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Tues: 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM Wed: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Thurs: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Fri: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM Sat: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM Sun: 11AM - 10PM"

"Beermosas and Bloody Beers" Photo Credit: Reaver Beach Brewing Co. As the oldest craft brewery in Virginia Beach, Reaver Beach Brewing has proven itself as an effective producer and distributor of quality craft beer. In some sense, they've set the bar high for newer breweries in the Virginia Beach area."

"Reaver Beach Brewing Company is best known for its selection of sour beers. Located inland, Reaver Beach specializes in hop-forward ales and wild fermentation in oak. Stop by this neighborhood brewery for beer and food trucks."

"I understand places are short staffed, this did not appear to be the case last night. We walked in and were seated immediately. That was the last thing..."

"Distance/Time: The Pleasure House Point Natural Area sprawls over 118 acres with a network of three sandy trails winding over a mile among marshland and maritime forest to the beach. In its entirety, hikers can handle trails at an easy pace in an hour to two hour’s time.Admission: FreeWhat to expect: Located where the ebb of the Lynnhaven River reaches the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay, this natural sanctuary was saved from property development in 2012 thanks to the efforts of community preservation groups. The area is also home to the Brock Environmental Center, recognized as one of the most eco-friendly buildings in the world for its ability to produce more energy than it uses."

"For an easy, rugged dirt trail with some beautiful photo opportunities, look no further than the Pleasure House Point trail. Situated close to the shoreline in a marshy area, this sunset favorite offers fabulous bird watching opportunities on its 2.3 mile stretch of trail. The trails here are largely surrounded by tall grasses with views of the calm wetlands of the area, a great spot for enjoying nature on one of the most tranquil hikes in Virginia Beach."

"The Pleasure House Point Natural Area boasts more than 118 acres of forests, marshland, and beaches. It includes three sandy trails ideal for hikers of all skill levels. The park’s location between the Lynnhaven River and the Chesapeake Bay, make this nature sanctuary an ideal setting to spend the day."

"Other notable parks include the Weyanoke Audubon Sanctuary, Jeff Robertson Park and the Plum Point Park. If your group is interested in retail therapy, Historic Ghent has plenty of boutiques and specialty stores to appeal to shopaholics in your party. A visit to Norfolk is incomplete without a taste of hearty Southern cuisine, and there are countless memorable restaurants for your group to sample. Handsome Biscuit serves enormous sandwiches covered in specialty red eye sausage gravy, Smartmouth Brewing Company has India Pale Ales and saisons on tap and Cure Coffeehouse & Brasserie is known for flavorful coffees and freshly baked desserts."

"Ocean 27 is a fully open-air bars at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, making them both local favorites when it comes to refueling with a cold drink after a day at the beach. Stocked with lawn games like corn hole, bocce ball, and giant beer pong, it is the perfect places to enjoy a few Orange Crushes and some Baja Fish Tacos."

"An outdoor area to enjoy food, cocktails and live music weekly. It's situated with amazing views of the beach and boardwalk. It is located at 27th & Boardwalk just outside of the Hyatt house hotel."

"Check out Pelon's Baja Grill, which has earned four stars out of 199 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Mexican, vegan and vegetarian spot at 738 W. 22nd St., Suite #15."

"The menu is for anyone with plenty of substitutions available for all diet needs. In one sentence, their food is..."

"Fruitive began when Gregg Rozeboom had the idea to create a place where his family could come and everything from the food to the ambiance and customer service would be genuine and authentic. From day one, the company has embraced that vision and strived to treat others the way its team members would want to be treated. It is about more than just food for us, it is about meeting you where you are on your health journey and encouraging you to #LiveYourHealth and #LiveYourValues."

"Only fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, herbs, and spices exist in our pantry!. Our produce is sourced from the best local farmers and organic suppliers we can find. What are you waiting for?"

"Zeke's specializes in a variety of bowls and pitas, so they have the perfect dish for your break from the sun, no matter what you're craving. Their menu includes a variety of specialty smoothie bowls and poke bowls, but they also offer the option to customize. #SpoonTip: I highly recommend getting the Brazil Bowl."