Dawson Devitt

Review of NoDa Brewing Company

Great Brewery with Tons of Space; Very Specific Ni...

Great Brewery with Tons of Space; Very Specific Niche

Overall: plainly put, the brewery, the brews, the space, the decor, and everything is amazing!! I'm going to pull everything I can to make sure that I am absolutely objective as possible and not let my bias seep in. The brewery is great. There is a ton of variety in what to choose. The service is friendly and prompt (and they are great on covid protocols), and you couldn't ask for a more serene setting with tons of space, outdoor furniture, and even a food truck that seemed to be rocking. To be fair and simple, it is just not my cup of tea to literally have 40-50 children romping about, ranging from a few weeks old up to teenagers. I personally have children and would be miserable if I brought them to a brewery. Again, this is a bias of mine and I admit it. Just not my thing, but not holding that against brewery. Not exactly sure why it's taboo to take kids to a bar, but breweries are completely OK, but again, my issue.

Brew: there is a ton of variety and cool names to boot. We got two flights and went with a mix of sours and more traditional. The beer is really good, but not necessarily the best we had while in Charlotte.

Space: there are a ton of patio tables, chairs, benches, firepits, etc. It really is a perfect space outside for enterainment purposes, and there is a lot of space inside as well. Cool art and deco abounds throughout, which adds a creative, unique element.

Scene: I know it helps business, but there were legit 40-50 kids all around. If this is your thing, then you have found your mecca. If it is not, it's impossible to tune out. To each their own, but having brews like I'm at a playground, I'll head to Dave & Busters. It is what it is, but I don't hold it against the brewery itself.