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A great little spot right by Chimney Rock. They have a few local beers and ciders & a variety of food options. I enjoyed a Philly cheesesteaks, pretzel and quesadilla. You order at the bar and pick up at a little window outside. The folks work g there were friendly and th ere is only outdoor seating which is limited and in 3 levels, but it's perfect to get a view of the river and to get your feet in the water off you'd like. Our group of kids loved it. After a while they also had live music outside which was really nice.
I stopped by Hickory Nut Gorge Brewing yesterday while in the area. It's a small brewery in Chimney Rock that is nestled amongst other store fronts on the main road. I practically drove past it missing the sign out front. Due to the Covid issue, you order the beer from the window in front but, you can take your order and sit inside or on the deck over looking which over looks the Broad River. I just found it slightly weird doing that. Anyway, I had a pint of the Eagle Rock Pale Ale and pint of the Scuba Juice IPA. Both were very good. The pale ale had a subtle hoppy ness to it and finished dry on the tongue. The Scuba Juice was a hazy style IPA that had strong citrus notes. It was very refreshing. Overall the two beers I had here were very good. The view sitting outside is quite nice. You can take your beer down to the riverside and hangout there or stay on the deck. The rolling sounds of the running water adds to the relaxing atmosphere here. They do sell cans and growlers to go I believe. Definitely check the place out if your traveling through the Chimney Rock / Bat Cave area.
First time here was Oct 2022 with 2 friends. Beautiful local brewery right on the river. Great craft been and really good food. I got the coffee stout and my 2 friends both got the wheat beer. We also got the pretzels with beer cheese dip and the pork nachos. Both were awesome and I had 2 stouts as I'm a dark beer person. This will be added to the list of places to return to.
After a few days in Asheville, we traveled down to Brevard for the rest of our stay. We took the scenic route and toured Chimney Rock State Park. But before climbing to the top of Chimney Rock we stopped for a light lunch at Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery. Right outside the entrance to the park, sits a number of small shops and restaurants. The brewery is right there off of the main road through town. Orders are placed at a window (though that might just be a COVID protocol). From there you grab a seat at any of a number of tables that overlook the Broad River. Food was quickly delivered to our table. My wife and I split the pulled pork nachos topped with slow-smoked pork, bacon, beer cheese, sour cream, spring onions, and your choice of BBQ sauce ($12). These were delicious! The pork was well-flavored and combined well with the beer cheese and sauce. Our kids enjoyed the cheddar and mozzarella cheese quesadilla ($8) and the Bavarian pretzels with beer cheese ($7). The beer was pretty good, the only IPA's available during our visit were the English IPA and the Hazy IPA. I went with the English, and while not my preferred style, it was a good beer, malty and a bit of hops. But the view that I had while I enjoyed this beer was top-notch! The kids also enjoyed getting their feet wet in the river before and after their meals. So much that my wife and I were able to enjoy a second round of beers!
We have been coming here for sometime. With the resent new owners taking over the place has gone from a place for a beer and a view to a place for a beer, food and a view.The previous owners had food, but it was just bar food. Don't get me wrong this is not fine dining but the new food compliments the beer they serve. It's really nice to have a option to go to a brewery at 11am on a Monday for a cold one and food. It's especially nice that they are open 7 days a week! The views are spectacular and the staff is very helpful. We will be back soon. Keep the good things coming! Cheers !
Exactly what we wanted. Relaxed/ Casual w a river view and good food and brew. Live music when we walked in too. My chicken philly was great. Very tender chicken. Husband happy w his sausage. Gal was very friendly as we ordered and food arrived quickly. Will add it was a late sunday meal and folks here but not super busy . Many just enjoying the view and brew.
Awesome spot after a hike. Direct access to the river where you can dip your toes or your dogs paws while enjoying some legit brews and tasty bbq and look up at Chimney Rock. I got the pulled pork sandwich and I was extremely pleasantly surprised by the quality of the meat. It was really juicy on an awesome brioche bun. Come hang out!
We stopped by this cute little local brewery on the way to Ashville. The ambiance was 5 stars for me. So relaxing and very laid back. This is a place I would love to spend my next vacation. Its located across the mountain and the sound of the river is so relaxing. Food was great too! We ordered the beer, pretzels and wings. The only reason I am giving this place 4 stars is because there was a part that did not look safe which was the foundation of the building where there was a swing and I wish they could fix it.
Great ambiance, right on the river and occasionally they have live music. Not a lot of indoor seating. You can bring your kids and dogs but they must be accompanied everywhere. The food is brewery food. Flavorful but not gourmet, goes good with beer and soda. You order at the bar, pick up the food on your own. No table service is provided. Would be good for a casual lunch or dinner. read more
A great little spot right by Chimney Rock. They have a few local beers and ciders & a variety of food options. I enjoyed a Philly cheesesteaks, pretzel and quesadilla. You order at the bar and pick up at a little window outside. The folks work g there were friendly and th ere is only outdoor seating which is limited and in 3 levels, but it's perfect to get a view of the river and to get your feet in the water off you'd like. Our group of kids loved it. After a while they also had live music outside which was really nice. read more
2 years ago
Beer was very tasty, but the view was the draw to this place with a patio on the River. A live band added to the incredibly relaxing atmosphere. Counter service only, which created semi long lines to get your beer. read more
2 years ago
First time here since it became chimney rock brewing company and still one of the best views you can have while drinking a beer! They have a bunch of different local brews on tap, and they do offer food. We just came for the beer and view. Kid and dog friendly read more
I stopped by Hickory Nut Gorge Brewing yesterday while in the area. It's a small brewery in Chimney Rock that is nestled amongst other store fronts on the main road. I practically drove past it missing the sign out front. Due to the Covid issue, you order the beer from the window in front but, you can take your order and sit inside or on the deck over looking which over looks the Broad River. I just found it slightly weird doing that. Anyway, I had a pint of the Eagle Rock Pale Ale and pint of the Scuba Juice IPA. Both were very good. The pale ale had a subtle hoppy ness to it and finished dry on the tongue. The Scuba Juice was a hazy style IPA that had strong citrus notes. It was very refreshing. Overall the two beers I had here were very good. The view sitting outside is quite nice. You can take your beer down to the riverside and hangout there or stay on the deck. The rolling sounds of the running water adds to the relaxing atmosphere here. They do sell cans and growlers to go I believe. Definitely check the place out if your traveling through the Chimney Rock / Bat Cave area. read more
3 years ago
First time here was Oct 2022 with 2 friends. Beautiful local brewery right on the river. Great craft been and really good food. I got the coffee stout and my 2 friends both got the wheat beer. We also got the pretzels with beer cheese dip and the pork nachos. Both were awesome and I had 2 stouts as I'm a dark beer person. This will be added to the list of places to return to. read more
After a few days in Asheville, we traveled down to Brevard for the rest of our stay. We took the scenic route and toured Chimney Rock State Park. But before climbing to the top of Chimney Rock we stopped for a light lunch at Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery. Right outside the entrance to the park, sits a number of small shops and restaurants. The brewery is right there off of the main road through town. Orders are placed at a window (though that might just be a COVID protocol). From there you grab a seat at any of a number of tables that overlook the Broad River. Food was quickly delivered to our table. My wife and I split the pulled pork nachos topped with slow-smoked pork, bacon, beer cheese, sour cream, spring onions, and your choice of BBQ sauce ($12). These were delicious! The pork was well-flavored and combined well with the beer cheese and sauce. Our kids enjoyed the cheddar and mozzarella cheese quesadilla ($8) and the Bavarian pretzels with beer cheese ($7). The beer was pretty good, the only IPA's available during our visit were the English IPA and the Hazy IPA. I went with the English, and while not my preferred style, it was a good beer, malty and a bit of hops. But the view that I had while I enjoyed this beer was top-notch! The kids also enjoyed getting their feet wet in the river before and after their meals. So much that my wife and I were able to enjoy a second round of beers! read more
3 years ago
We have been coming here for sometime. With the resent new owners taking over the place has gone from a place for a beer and a view to a place for a beer, food and a view.The previous owners had food, but it was just bar food. Don't get me wrong this is not fine dining but the new food compliments the beer they serve. It's really nice to have a option to go to a brewery at 11am on a Monday for a cold one and food. It's especially nice that they are open 7 days a week! The views are spectacular and the staff is very helpful. We will be back soon. Keep the good things coming! Cheers ! read more
3 years ago
Exactly what we wanted. Relaxed/ Casual w a river view and good food and brew. Live music when we walked in too. My chicken philly was great. Very tender chicken. Husband happy w his sausage. Gal was very friendly as we ordered and food arrived quickly. Will add it was a late sunday meal and folks here but not super busy . Many just enjoying the view and brew. read more
Awesome spot after a hike. Direct access to the river where you can dip your toes or your dogs paws while enjoying some legit brews and tasty bbq and look up at Chimney Rock. I got the pulled pork sandwich and I was extremely pleasantly surprised by the quality of the meat. It was really juicy on an awesome brioche bun. Come hang out! read more
3 years ago
Nice staff, tasty beer, delicious food and a beautiful view!! We had the brussels and the fall salad and several different beers. Definitely hope to return. The town itself is also very charming. read more
4 years ago
We stopped by this cute little local brewery on the way to Ashville. The ambiance was 5 stars for me. So relaxing and very laid back. This is a place I would love to spend my next vacation. Its located across the mountain and the sound of the river is so relaxing. Food was great too! We ordered the beer, pretzels and wings. The only reason I am giving this place 4 stars is because there was a part that did not look safe which was the foundation of the building where there was a swing and I wish they could fix it. read more
4 years ago
Best chicken wings EVER!!! Add a nice choice of beer on tap, incredibly beautiful outdoor sitting area on the River, great quick service and friendly staff ... we just love this place! OH and you can also have fun watching their resident groundhog, a wide variety of birds and more! read more
5 years ago
HNGB has another meaning per the sign. It's Hiked Need Good Beer so we hiked at Chimney Rock then checked this brewery out. There is only outdoor seating currently but that is the only place that you will want to sit because it's right beside the river and the view is beautiful. I tried the World's Edge IPA and Devil's Head Red Ale and my husband tried the Flowering Bridge Saison. They serve food so we split chips with beer cheese and salsa to snack on. I liked the beer, the red ale was actually my favorite. Check this brewery out if you are in the area. Cheers! read more
Made a stop at HNGB after spending time in Chimney Rock State Park. Great location right in the village of Chimney Rock. Right on the Broad River, so you can watch people playing on the rocks or fishing in the river. The brewery has a small sandy area where people could dip their feet or your pup their paws. While we just stopped in for a pint, the food coming out looked great. The BBQ nachos were my favorite. The beer was solid, Swayze Hazy IPA comes in at 7.6%. Slight haze with some tropical notes. Nice after hike beer for me. Overall, great location and views... Solid beer, and drool worthy food. read more
The town is a tourist trap, but this place is a highlight. The food portions are incredible (or should I say irresponsible?). We had the fish & chips and nachos. Both were good, typical pub fare, nothing that would have us coming back. Beer was good too. Service was lacking, but I'm guessing they are understaffed (isn't everyone?). We found a nice spot to sit right at the river. Definitely a bonus to have direct access, cool your feet on a hot summer day. read more
It was a pleasure visiting this brewery for our summer trip here to Chimney Rock Village. They had a pretty decent selection of beers which are pretty good. Of course what most people want to see here are the awesome views from the back deck of the river and chimney rock. The vibes were good here and many beautiful photos to take. Recommended! Sidenote: wash/sanitize your hands. Don't cough on anyone. read more
7 years ago
Great little brewery on the river! Located across the street from Burnt Shirt Vineyards. Awesomely unique flavors and a huge variety of brews considering its small size. I always try to order a flight and they had a 4 flight option for about $9, all delicious! It was winter so they had a crockpot of hot, hard cider which I loved, a brown ale, an English ale, and a tart wild ale, sour which I was told had yeast from the trees outside! I love the vibe here, there's a gorgeous view of the river where you can watch kayakers go by. Log cabin style wooden walls, custom live edge wood tables and stools. Theres a few fun looking board games to play too. Stickers on the ceiling show they really support only great local breweries! Staff was helpful and friendly. read more
3 years ago
Delicious beers & dog friendly. Definitely recommend stopping here after a hike at Chimney Rock!! The view with your beer cannot be beat! read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
The brews with the views. The brewers with the viewers. The brewest with the viewest. Whatever... just go! It's worth it! Great beers! read more
3 years ago
Perfect location. Really great beers and ciders. In the time of COVID, and after a hike up and down Chimney Rock, exactly what we needed to cool down and relax. Sits right on the river with designated access. Plenty of tiered patio and "beach" seating. Service is only though two walk up windows. A bit of a challenge if you've never been there before and don't know exactly what you want. I wanted the ice cold beer more than the service. Chose a cider for me and a beer for my guy. Lounged on the patio. Not really socially distanced tables and lots of people but it wasn't too crowded and we were outdoors. Everyone hanging out were pretty friendly. The "hot" cider definite had some heat and was full of flavor. Ultimately cut it with another glass of "regular" cider. Would definitely go back for the drink and the view. This is what those 5 stars are for. read more
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3 years ago
Super cute vibey brewery with incredible views and river access! We came on a rainy day and sat inside, but still explored the river area. Great beer selection and food was delish! I got the fish sandwich (huge & delicious!) ** you have to order outside here! read more
This place is amazing! The food is so good & the beers are very good too.. there is a nice variety! Definitely try the cider! In fact we brought 3 growlers with us when we left! The mashed potatoes & sausage were really good! I also had the pimento cheese it was hands down one of the best I've ever tried! Definitely will be returning! Loved sitting watching the sunset with the river flowing as well! You will really enjoy this place! read more
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4 years ago
Really good local brewery, nestled away in a tiny mountain town. The view of the river with a brew is the best part. Every year it keeps getting better as they keep adding things like improved seat, fires, heater and food. You used to be able to get flights. But when we went they didn't have them available. I don't know if they stopped or if has to do with Covid. Or because it was a weekend. read more
Hickory Nut Gorge is basically at the bottom of Chimney Rock. Sadly for us, Chimney Rock was closed for maintenance while we were in town. We did end up doing a morning hike at Wildcat Rock and then driving in to enjoy a post hike well earned beer. There are so many reasons that Hickory Nut Gorge is getting 5 stars from me. First off, they are taking COVID seriously and I love them for it. They require masks, even when ordering while standing outside and placing the order to the one employee inside and they are actually adhering to their own rule. I support this! Their indoor seating is not open, they instead have 4 incredible decks out back along the river that provide plenty of space to not only be socially distanced at, but to enjoy the beauty of the river. You get to appreciate the natural surroundings while enjoying your home brew. You can even get in the river from the bottom deck. I can not rave enough about the gorgeous scenery that Hickory Nut Gorge has! It is almost breathtaking. It helped us stay much longer than we planned. It gave me plenty of time to try many of their beers. The two I was partial to were the Highland Rising Haze IPA and the Tropical Tantrum IPA. They were the perfect beers to enjoy next a flowing river after a vigorous hike. In fact I would go as far to say that Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery is the perfect brewery if you are a fan of nature, good service, and good beer. Seek them out, they are worth the stop. read more
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4 years ago
Perfect spot to get a cold beer and food after your hike at Chimney Rock. The view from the brewery is amazing, the beer was full of flavor (and high gravity), and the wings were the best I've ever had at a restaurant. Fast friendly service was just the cherry on top! read more
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