Richmond is rapidly becoming a sought after city to live, work and play on the east coast. With relatively low living costs, an edgy art scene, a prime location for restaurant openings for first time chefs or experienced restauranteurs, this love of creativity and innovation is spilling over to craft brewing. Not only are new restaurants vying to offer local taps, the breweries themselves have decided to offer their own atmosphere and personality to Richmond’s dining scene. Whether beer is a passion of your own, or you want a fun few Saturday outings, here are 4 great breweries to check out in the Richmond area.
Legend Brewing Co—The original local brewing staple in the city, Legend Brewing Co. started in 1994. Located in historic Manchester, it offers outdoor seating and Pub fare 7 days a week with hours more typical to a restaurant than a brewery. Legend offers a free brewery tour on Saturday’s at 1:00pm. They offer year round varieties as well as seasonal and limited brews. You can never go wrong with a Legend Brown Ale.
Info:
321 West 7th Street, Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 232-3446
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery—One of the most successful and sought after local brews, Hardywood has made a name for themselves with beers like the Gingerbread stout that sell out the same day they hit the shelves. In addition to having great beer, the atmosphere at Hardywood is sought after, with food trucks in the parking lot and bands playing in the ample indoor venue, it has become a local hangout spot. Closed Monday and Tuesday, they offer public tasting hours starting in the early evening through 9pm and 6pm on Saturday. You can check their website for available beers throughout the week in the tasting room. Grab a beer before a game at the Diamond, or before catching a nearby movie.
Info:
2408-2410 Ownby Lane, Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 420-2420
Triple Crossing Brewing Co.— Located in downtown Richmond at 113 S. Foushee. This small brewery offers 9 beers currently on tap. Food is not offered, so it might be a great place to stop by for a beer before heading to dinner elsewhere, or before a show. Close by to Altria Theatre, The Carpenter Center, The Coliseum, Virginia’s Repertory Theatre, Richmond CenterStage and The National puts this brewery in a prime location for the start of your night. A fun atmosphere with group games to play like Jenga, makes it a amiable hang out spot in general.
Info:
113 South Foushee Street, Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 308-0475
Strangeways Brewing— If you have an adventurous pallet and looking for something beyond your typical pale ale or lager, Strageways Brewing is the destination for you. They focus on not-your-typical brews and offer weekly events, specials and food trucks. Located at 2277 Dabney Road, halfway between Lakeside and Carytown, this brewery is open daily.
Info:
2277 Dabney Road, Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 303-4336
I will keep this information up to date and I will add more things to do in Richmond as time goes on. I love this city and I want to share all the interesting things to do here with all of you!
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