Boone's Brewery Beat: 5 Spots Pouring Pints of Personality
Boone keeps it chill, but its brewery scene shows up.
These spots aren’t trying to impress anyone—they just know what they’re doing. You’ll find crisp pours, house-made pizzas, and a whole lot of local pride. Some have been here for over a decade, others are new favorites—but each one brings its own flavor (literally and otherwise).
If your perfect day includes a hazy IPA and mountain air, here’s where to post up.
Booneshine Brewing Company
Booneshine has the kind of setup that makes you want to cancel your next plan. The outdoor beer garden—complete with picnic tables, string lights, and mountain air—feels like a casual backyard hangout, but with beer on tap and actual food worth ordering. Go for the East Boone Pilsner if you want something crisp and local, or try one of their rotating IPAs like Space Pegasus if you’re feeling hazy.
The full food menu goes way beyond bar bites—think shareable plates, fresh bowls, and house-made sauces that belong in a bottle. This is the spot to meet friends after work, grab a golden hour beer with your dog in tow, or post up for a casual date that doesn’t feel overdone. And keep an eye on their new stage—they’re hosting live concerts on Thursdays all summer long.
📍 465 Industrial Park Dr, Boone
One sentence recap: Full food menu inside + food truck menu in the beer garden, dog-friendly, lots of outdoor seating.
Appalachian Mountain Brewery (AMB)
AMB has been doing its thing since 2013, long before Boone had a “beer scene.” It still feels a little scrappy and relaxed in the best way. Their Boone Creek Blonde is an easy entry point if you’re new to their craft beer, but regulars know the seasonal releases are where things get fun. Expect fresh collaborations, creative ingredients, and limited batches that don’t overstay their welcome.
The Farm-to-Flame food truck is always on-site, pushing out wood-fired pizzas and other delicious snacks. The outdoor space includes a covered patio and live music most weekends. They also offer cider, CBD/THC beverages, and their own canned sodas—so even non-beer drinkers will find something to sip. AMB is one of the few breweries around that builds their brand around sustainability and community, something that still feels rare in the industry.
📍 163 Boone Creek Dr, Boone
One sentence recap: On-site wood-fired pizza truck, live music, community-driven brewery with options for non-beer drinkers.
Lost Province Brewing Co.
If you’re downtown and craving a beer + meal that doesn’t feel like a compromise, Lost Province nails it. Their wood-fired pizzas are the star of the menu, but don’t sleep on the beer—their Kiss My Grits Cream Ale is a local favorite, and they regularly release small-batch brews that balance bold flavors with high drinkability. The taproom has a laid-back industrial vibe that works for groups, dates, or even solo bar seating.
There’s also an outdoor upstairs patio that’s dog-friendly, and events like trivia nights and live bands bring an energetic vibe to the space.
📍 130 N Depot St, Boone
Two sentence recap: Full kitchen, outdoor upstairs patio, downtown location. They also have a second location—Lost Province at Hardin Creek.
Parallel Brewing Co.
Parallel is one of Boone’s newer breweries—and it’s already earned a reputation for doing things well. The space is clean and modern, with a bright, airy taproom and indoor and outdoor seating. Their Sunset Ruckus Hazy IPA is a solid pick, but the rotating small-batch list gives you an excuse to try something new each visit.
It’s low-key, dog-friendly, and completely unpretentious—no gimmicks, just good beer in a spot that feels dialed in.
📍 114 Clement St, Boone
One sentence recap: Bright, airy taproom with indoor & outdoor seating and rotating small-batch beers.
SouthEnd Brewing Boone
Originally from Greensboro, SouthEnd’s Boone location fits right in on King Street—laid-back but polished, with a full food menu and a beer list that covers all the bases. Expect IPAs, stouts, and crisp pilsners alongside seasonal specials, plus cocktails and non-alcoholic options for the friends who are “just hanging out.”
The patio is great for people-watching and the interior has enough space to linger without feeling like you’re hogging a table. Whether you’re popping in for lunch or doing a more casual Friday night out, this one checks a lot of boxes.
📍 747 W King St, Boone
One sentence recap: Full food menu, spacious patio, downtown location.
Boone’s brewery scene might not be big, but every spot on this list feels intentional. They’re the kind of places where the regulars know the staff, the beer is brewed with care, and you leave feeling a little more connected to the town. Whether you’re chasing mountain views, pizza pairings, or a new favorite pour, these five breweries are worth planning around.
Want to turn this into a full weekend itinerary? Pair your stops with a hike or a cabin stay—and we’ll help you map out the rest.
