10 Best Breweries in Lake Norman

"This place is where many come for the beer, but people stay for the food even more!. Heist Brewery in NoDa brews inventive and tasty beer and excellent food. With some of the best beer cheese in North Carolina and interesting flatbreads, Heist Brewery is one of those restaurants in Charlotte that doubles as a brewery."

"Sweet Dance Moves and Nunchuck Skillz are among the creatively named craft beers on the menu at this NoDa brewery. But Heist Brewery is known as a Belgian-style brewpub, so it’s no surprise that Hive Fives, its Belgian blonde, is a crowd favorite."

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

"There are so many to choose from, but a few of our favorites include Sycamore Brewing, Sugar Creek Brewing, Wooden Robot Brewery and Lenny Boy Brewing, which has champagne on tap as well as their own kombucha. If the weather is nice, there are plenty of incredible patios to choose from — click here for 21 of our favorites!"

"The coffee shop-restaurant-brewery-fermentation lab hybrid has become a South End staple that’s designed to be conducive to the flow of one’s day, transitioning seamlessly from a breakfast and coffee stop to lunch and eventually dinner with a full menu of beer and cocktails. And with USB ports scattered throughout and free wifi in the industrial chic space, it’s perfect for a remote worker. Neighborhood: South End"

"The Suffolk Punch is a stylish café-bar and culinary café that combines the best of all three. This stop makes everything from drip coffee to coffee cocktails and more thanks to their in-house fermentation lab. It’s location along the Charlotte Rail Trail also makes it a fun stop along a walk or bike ride."

"Get takeout or delivery by calling or ordering via Postmates and GrubHub. Open daily from 12-8 p.m.. And don’t forget brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m – 3 p.m."

"Sycamore Brewing is the place to be when the weather is nice. With a spacious patio filled with picnic tables, a second outdoor bar slinging cold beverages and a platform for live music, it’s as hopping as the tap room. With water bowls plentifully stocked, furry friends love lounging outside of Sycamore as much as their owners."

"Everybody’s go-to brewery, thanks to its killer location and huge outdoor space that regularly hosts yoga, Food Truck Friday and Sunday brunch. Sycamore has plans to relocate from its current location at 2161 Hawkins St. to a new 16-story development, called The Line, directly across the street. Keep up with the events here."

"There are so many to choose from, but a few of our favorites include Sycamore Brewing, Sugar Creek Brewing, Wooden Robot Brewery and Lenny Boy Brewing, which has champagne on tap as well as their own kombucha. If the weather is nice, there are plenty of incredible patios to choose from — click here for 21 of our favorites!"

"2015Grab a beer and some bites at this rapidly expanding breweryThis year has been a big year for Legion Brewing. With two locations (original in Plaza Midwood and newest in SouthPark), Legion surprised everyone with not one, but two new concepts slated for 2020. Another Legion Brewing will be coming to the FreeMoreWest neighborhood, and a new concept called Trolley Barn Fermentory in South End."

"A few options that feed 4 to 5 people include chicken pot pie, pimento and sweet potato pierogis, barbeque ribs, pulled pork and lots of family sides too."

"Nicknamed as “Charlotte’s first true seltzery,” Summit Seltzery recently opened in late September 2020. Their motto “Crafted for Adventure” stems from their belief that healthy living and having fun can go together. Their drink menu features fruity craft seltzers, draft-beers, and specialty seltzer cocktails."

"2017Find both a curated beer and wine list at this Plaza Midwood standoutLocated along bustling Central Avenue, Resident Culture has made a big impact in the short amount of time it’s been open. Known for hosting music and other cultural and community events, Resident Culture has also upped the beer game in Charlotte. Producing IPAs that don’t taste like the traditional IPA, pilsners and sours, to name a few, Resident Culture also rolled out a wine program at the end of 2018."

"This popular brewery steps from Plaza Midwood’s main drag specializes in hop-forward IPAs and pale ales, lagers, barrel-aged beers and fermented ales. Location: Plaza Midwood, 2101 Central Ave. The vibe: Fun neighborhood hang-out spot."

"Get home delivery on orders of $60 or more on Tuesday and Friday from 5-9 p.m. The delivery fee is $5. Call them directly (704-333-1862) to place an order."

"Protagonist’s new and shiny space in lower South End near Sugar Creek Brewing and Queen Park Social. Location: Lower South End, 227 Southside Drive, Unit A. The vibe: Expansive indoor and outdoor space with multiple bars, regular events like movie nights and trivia and pizza slices bigger than your head."

"The Charlotte location of this 20-year-old Asheville institution opened in 2017 in a 10,000-square-foot building in the up-and-coming Belmont neighborhood, right near Plaza Midwood and NoDa. Catawba is part of Hub 933, a strip of local businesses that includes includes an ax-throwing bar, a co-working space, and Trade and Lore coffee shop. As if the beer wasn't enough, the brewery offers a rewards program with access to exclusive tastings and releases."

"Catawba’s easy-drinking beer and patio with a skyline view make the 10,000-square-foot taproom a weekend must. Looking for more than just beer?. Keep up with events like trivia and run club here."

"Bank of America Stadium is the crown jewel of Charlotte sports arenas. Unlike some of its peers, it was built specifically for NFL football—the Carolina Panthers—and the natural grass field and 75,000-plus seats are a big draw every season. The open-air stadium also has luxurious boxes for corporate types and ultra-dedicated fans with cash to burn."

"Sports Stadiums (Professional)800 South Mint Street, Charlotte, NC 28202MoreLess Info. Home to the Carolina Panthers football team, The Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina is one of the major football venues on the Atlantic Coast. It is also a prominent event venue for rock concerts and other huge social events."

"College St., Charlotte NC 28202 • (704) 335-2064Hours: Breakfast — Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m. to noon; Sunday, 6 a.m."

"WOW Factor Cakes and Desserts was voted by Wedding Industry Experts as the best cake design studio in Charlotte. This wedding shop offers a distinguished client service with utmost creativity and extraordinary cake workmanship. Army works closely with her team of staff to ensure you get topnotch services."