Tried the fresh my farm beer cocktail and it's one of my favorites! I'd suggest that one if you want a stronger version of a drink alcohol-wise since they use their own beer and tequila. It's not a sour, or sweet, or one extreme type of drink, just a well balanced one in the middle but still tasteful. Staff is always super nice and down to earth, and place is clean. They got board games and you can bring dogs. Plenty of tables for big parties too. Just note the place closes at 11pm. read more

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This place is a gem - I love the recent addition of food! The brunch and regular menu are so good. The beer is always fresh. Cream of the crop is my favorite light and easy drinker. I can't decide if I like the hot dogs the most, the grits, or what, but it's a very welcome addition of good eats to our neighborhood. I love that service is always attentive and the location has a nice open and airy ambiance. Catching music on a Sunday afternoon is the best! read more

Free Range Brewing - Plain dog, smash burger, great fries - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I am so happy they have a new food situation because it was SO GOOD!!! I really loved everything, I tried one of the glizzy's, brussel sprouts and beignets. My goodness it was all so so good and it came out pretty fast too. All my food went perfectly with my cold beer. Will definitely be back asap!!! read more

While here from Atlanta for the Holidays, I went to the Free Range Brewery today for their annual "New Year's Free Soup Day" and I had a grand time! I ate my fill of soups, cheese bread, ciabatta bread, potato bread, and toasted baguettes! There were lots and lots of different kinds of soups from various chefs from around the city! There were also cookies and donut holes provided by some local bakeries, and some beverages from some local breweries! Outside of the amazing food, I met some really friendly people and even ran into a few of my own family members, who told me that this was their 4th year attending! I must admit a good time was had by all! It was good times, great food, and good peoples! Thank you, Free Range Brewery, for a spectacular Soup Day! I wish we had something like this in Atlanta! I will definitely be back and I can't wait until next year! Happy New Year Everybody! See y'all in 2027! #freerangebrewery #greatfoodgoodpeoplegoodtimes #happynewyear read more

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We were the only people here for our first time. they had their own food truck and it served burgers, hot dogs and farm freshies (we didn't order anything but menu looked good!) service was good as the bartenders were knowledgeable and nice. the atmosphere was pop music, with a chill distillery vibe. we got 2 flights which came with 3 beers each. enjoyed our time here! read more

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Staff is friendly & accommodating. Allowed my acquaintance & I to bring food over from a nearby restaurant. Ordered the lemonade slushy which was so cute! The touch of gummy worms made it even more satisfying! Highly recommend. read more

Free Range Brewing - Lemonade slushy - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I cannot believe they have been having FREE SOUP DAY for eight years and I just found out about it a few days ago. I was so happy I attended. I had some amazing soup and even better beer. And I love the parking as there is plenty of it. read more

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Came here for their Jollof festival and had such a fun time! The food was great and the vibe was so much energy and fun. Everything tasted delicious, and we really enjoyed them having this event. Will definitely be back! read more

Free Range Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I love this place! It's amazing how they locally source all of their beer and it's amazing! Therapy session is my personal favorite, they also have a lot of non beer options! This is a great place for families and dogs because it is so spacious. The staff is incredibly friendly and it makes for a wonderful experience. We attending the survivor watch party and it was so much fun they even did a raffle!! read more

Free Range Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Came in on a whim to try out the beer selection. While the All You Need Is Love and Hudson were okay I enjoyed the Fresh Hop Slow Cure. Pretty decent pale ale. Bar tender was very nice and helpful and I could see the vibe being pretty good if it wasn't a Monday at 6pm. I'll probably come back at some point to try the other beers. read more

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I learned that David Childers was playing a Sunday afternoon show here so I wanted to check it out. I read the reviews and checked out their web site and decided it would be worth a try. I live in Fort Mill, SC so a long drive into NoDa is not something I do lightly. Sarah joined me and she was driving in from Matthews, NC so we both made quite a commitment to get there. I called in advance around 1p on Sunday and talked to lady about their wine selection. She said ' oh yes, we have plenty of different types of wine, we have it by the glass or we have a cooler where you can buy it by the bottle, we have Chardonnay, Merlot & Cab Sav. Now, I know this is a brewery but not everyone drinks beer some by choice and some due to dietary/medical reasons. I confirmed that David Childers was playing and was to take the stage at 3p. Sarah had already found street parking when I arrived and it was just after 3p and the first thing she said was ' your guy is not playing' So we walked in and there was a young singer guitar player on the stage. Even though this place has a web site and an Instagram site, they don't update for current artist which is why I called I ahead. It turned out that David and partial band were starting at 330p. When I asked for the wine list, they were all blends. Not a single wine was a dedicated Merlot, Chardonnay, Cab Sav or other. She pointed me to the wine cooler and there were all these bottles that had funky looking/sounding labels but no where on the label dd it say what type of wine it was. We went back to the bar and ordered by the glass and I asked the lady if they allowed 'corking' in other words, bring your own wine, pay a fee and have a wine of your choice.. Her response was 'yeah, sure, people do it all the time' I said well 'how much does that cost' she says 'well, just walk over to the cooler over there and the prices are on the bottle' So, you kinda get the drift of how that went. Clearly, they want you to buy their beer & if you're a wine drinker you get no love here. You will pay $13 bucks for a 6 ounce pour of wine that no one knows what's in it except something blended. David and the band were great and I really liked the venue for a live performance. I hope you like dogs cause there are critters everywhere and that's all fine until the bulldog meets the terrier and they don't mix. It can get ugly, tough luck if you're there to enjoy the music. It is free so you can't complain too loudly. There are mostly picnic tables so be prepared to sit with the family, their dogs and all their kids. There are maybe 4 or 5 barrel like table tops with 3 to 4 high seats. Get there early or take your chances with the critters. They advertise they have food trucks. Not today though because they are all at the Southern Food Truck festival. No where on google was there any such festival posted. Good luck finding parking. They have no dedicated parking lot. You can park on the street or there is a gravel lot adjacent so be prepared if you just got your ride washed and detailed. read more

Free Range Brewing - David Childers & half the band 3/20/22. They were good!! - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

No flights (half or full pours only) and no in house food. Interior isn't too large but right now, they're doing a good job of spacing everyone out. Music playing nice and low in the background. Because they don't do flights, I only tried a couple beers and both were fine...nothing earth shattering, nor were they bad by any stretch. They have maybe 15 beers on tap here. I found the beertender to be very friendly and he gave several recommendations without me even asking. They do have canned beers for takeaway and apparently, on Sundays they have free live music from 3 to 5 pm. This location is also dog friendly. read more

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It's cool spot in NODA! Lots of local choices on tap. The ambiance is nice, good amount of seating.

What a cool place, Clean, friendly, and right in the middle of this up and coming North Camp Area. It is not actually the brewery, it is more of an outlet for their brewery, but still pretty cool. They have a variety of Drinks to choose from even for us non-beer drinkers and the wife says the beer is good too. We will return, with friends and family. Very Relaxing. read more

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Went to their annual New Year's Day free soup event, and it was so cool. Literally free, of course can give a donation but they don't require it. So many soups and breads and baked goods to chose from. Everyone was so friendly and just there to have a good time with yummy eats. I've never gone on a regular day, but the vibe I got there was awesome. I'd definitely want to go back and check them out. read more

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Free Range brewing is a great spot to escape the heat at Camp North End. The workers are happy to give recommendations including a sample. Plenty of comfy seats & love the local art hung on the wall for sale. The sour is clean and simple. I've also tried the slush before & while a little expensive for it being non alcoholic, definitely refreshing. read more

Free Range Brewing - Frozen lemonade (added shot of tequila) - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Hadn't been there for many years, but realized the focus is no longer on the quality or selection of beer as it once was. Sad to see breweries now just competing with gimmicks instead of just making great beer. Parking was a little tight. read more

The beers were really solid. Great service from the bar staff and the vibe was easy going. A band was about to start playing and we missed them. read more

Free range is awesome and kid friendly brewery with a selection of toys and games for kids! We met friends here and it was my first experience here. The brewery has delicious beers they make and some from other places. I loved the porter from Free Range and then tried the Amor Artis beer Oatmeal raisin cookie that was phenomenal!!! It's awesome and tastes like a cookie!! I loved it!! We enjoyed the atmosphere and laid back people. I think the kid friendly toys and books are so thoughtful and helpful! Definitely recommend this brewery for families!! I was so excited about the beers I drank them before I could take a photo! read more

Free Range Brewing - Brewery entrance - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I stopped by here earlier today with my wife and her parents for some afternoon drinks. Free Range is one of a number of breweries on North Davidson and we had driven past Free Range multiple times. Whenever the brewery we were visiting closed down early due to a private party, it provided the perfect reason to visit Free Range Brewing. The inside of the place is large with the brewing equipment in the front and a party room which was closed for a private party in the back. There is a large bar on one side and tables on the other with lots of quilting art for sale on the walls. The building itself looks like an old warehouse and so the ceiling and I beams are painted black although the ductwork is visible and still silver. As I often do whenever I visit a new brewery, I decided to try a flight here. Unfortunately, they don't do flights and so I settled for a kicking it (Carolina lightly smoked porter) instead. It was as described as you got those dark and malty flavors up front and then a bunch of campfire flavor on the back. I enjoyed this beer but I don't know that I could have had more than one as I was getting tired of that smokiness by the end of my 13 oz. The bottom line for me is that I would stop by here again in the future. I enjoyed the beer that I got here and would be interested in trying more. read more

Free Range Brewing - Kicking It - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Some great beers, awesome taproom and ambiance. Love the food truck and the live music!

Love love love this place!! Family owned, locally sourced with great hand-crafted beer. Plus, they're super generous in showcasing local artists and providing space for community gathering and events. Such an asset to Charlotte! read more

This past weekend I headed out with my fiancé and friends and checked out free range, it's always a must stop in noda as I just love their beer. The staff is always super nice and helpful, and of course they have delicious beer . The open area they have In the back for shows was open that has cornhole, photo booth and tons of seating. Loved chillin back there, and tons of inside seating which was bomb because it was so hot . I had a delicious "can't stop the feelin" Hazy ipa , coming in at 6.5% it was one of the best I've had In Charlotte! . Go to the noda area in Charlotte and stop here. You welcome! Cheers read more

Free Range Brewing - Can't stop the feelin Hazy ipa - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Amazing selection of beer & ciders on tap, as well as kombucha for those who may be seeking a 0% ABV experience. Excellent service--I've been here many times over they years & have always encountered very friendly & knowledgeable staff. Broad variety of event offerings designed to build community--my favorites are the OrderFire episode screenings. In a city with so many brewery options it can be difficult to stand out & offer a memorable experience. Yet, Free Range does that & more. Cheers! read more

Free Range Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Drama, drama, drama. The service was great but the beer and the kombucha is too tart. Something is missing. The food truck outside was I think Korean? The food was amazing especially the dumplings. To much drama inside which looked like the owners friends had started a heated conversation with another group of people. Besides that commotion there was another flaky situation with a young woman with two guys and she was out loud saying negative comments about the musician and people walking by. A very angry woman giving negative gestures and comments about everyone around her. We're not sitting far from her and you can hear her. It's not a comfortable environment. its like another brewery friends of friends and no one is really friends. read more

Hands down the best hand crafted beer in Charlotte. Made with almost ALL local ingredients is the award brewery which offers several award winning beers. Huge open space for family, friends, kids, and dogs. They offer live music, trivia and all sorts of other events that will bring the community together over a delicious hand brewed beer. read more

This was my first craft brewery visit in Crown Town and I have to say I was impressed! I loved the decor, openness, abundance of seating and natural light. The bartender we had was absolutely fantastic! Not only was he very well versed in their offerings he was so sweet to give us little "try before you buys". I feel like we practically drank the whole menu and nothing disappointed. They said they switch out the taps often, so that is awesome! I will definitely be back to check out some of their new offerings. Great way to spend a Saturday afternoon! read more

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We got Everything I Knead, a Carolina sourdough IPA and Susie was a Real Peach, a Carolina grisette with peaches. They were delicious and it was nice that we could get a half pint. Free Range Brewing was also taking a lot of great precautions due to COVID, including only doing table service. read more

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Awesome little brewery! The sourdough sour beer was so good. Great atmosphere. Will be back!

I came in on a week day with my doggy and had a great experience! They have a covered indoor/outdoor area that allows dogs which is great for colder temps or rain. The bartender was very friendly and helped me make a great beer selection! Would definitely return. read more

Very nice brewery with great selection and great folks! Love the chill vibe and apace! read more

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Doesn't accept cash. Real US currency is denied here. It's absolutely ridiculous and inconvenient. I had one beer because they had already poured it, and it was like pulling teeth, trying to pay them with real money. They also don't have food...Won't be back, but I do highly recommend Rhino Deli next-door! They have $3.50 beer all day on draft, with a large selection, and some really great sandwiches. read more

Came out for the Snooze sneak preview: breakfast for dinner. Impressed at the capacity of the location both indoors and parking. The space was open and bright, very wood-forward. The staff was friendly, if a little frazzled due to the crowd. Great live music and extremely family friendly (read: kids of all ages). Was glad to see an entire second menu for non-beer and small food items, although I'd probably leave hungry if it wasn't a special dinner night. Would absolutely come again for a chill afternoon, and probably get a cheese plate and non-beer booze. read more

Free Range Brewing - Looks like a private party room but I wasn't invited - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I went here for an evening of classical music paired with lasers and had a great time! I love that they have a separate room for events and love shows - I think it gives performers more respect and space to do their craft. I found the folding seats super uncomfortable but they have other seating options in the back. The show was great, and I appreciated how it wasn't just a other night of live music with a guy and his guitar. Nothing wrong with that, but it's nice to have something different. I'm definitely interested in seeing what other unique events they have in the future. The server was welcoming and poured a couple of samples before I decided on a drink. I didn't love the wine that I had (it was a rose) but they had a Sauvignon Blanc that I'm keen to try next time I go. I enjoyed sampling their slushie - it was guava, I think, and very refreshing. You can get that mixed with or without prosecco. It was a great night and I hope to visit again soon. read more

Local brewery in the NoDa area. Plenty of parking and space inside! They had a few non IPA options-Cream of the crop was amazing! The staff were friendly and willing to give as many samples as needed to make sure you like the beer you get! Pro tip: There's a toy/play area with a giant chalkboard on the end of the bar for kids! read more

Free Range Brewing have alway have a special place in my heart. Due to their involvements in the community. Just like today. Keia, owner of Milk Glass Pies have left a no# of pies there for people like myself to pick up. Since she don't have a store front nor a food truck. When I arrived, there were a varieties of local vendors showcase their goods for people like us to see and purchase if we would like.. Their beers are all good. I haven't tried everything and of course I couldn't remember the names of what I tried. Alway been a little tipsy after a beer or two. And if there's no food vendors inside, they try their best to get a food truck to come by so we can alway have beers and food if we want.. Free Range have a listed of events going on at any given day. But it's alway local with people who represent Charlotte. So come by and see for yourself. read more

Great atmosphere, A-OK beer! I feel like Free Range Brewing is catering more towards: groups, children (here me out, they're not encouraging underage drinking!), an older crowd. If you're looking for a large selection of great beer, I recommend you hit up Noda Brewing Company across the street. If you are looking for a larger space, beautiful atmosphere, child friendly area (yes, they have a carpeted "children's corner" or good place for a big group, this might be your spot. The brewery consists of two large and open spaces. The first houses the brew tanks, band area, small table tops and bar (seating and drink service). The second room is home to bar games, board games and long picnic table styles seating. The two rooms are adjoined by a large garage door and the "kiddie corner". What you won't find at Free Range Brewing are flights (this comes off as a bit odd in this age of craft beer drinking), although you CAN sample and/or order a half pint of anything on the board. I tried the Abstract Art, labeled a "juicy IPA" which is actually a pale ale. It was okay but not something I'd specifically return for. After my first experience, I'd return for the atmosphere, but not the beer. read more

Free Range Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I really love this spot. It's so much lower-key than most breweries around Charlotte. It's filled with light and makes for a great hang spot. Grab a beer (or a few) and post up inside or outside, munch on some house-made snacks, and even enjoy live music! The space itself is beautiful: classic concrete flooring with an artful flair. There's a beautiful tile design behind the taps. There are bar seats, tables, and outdoor tables. There's also another room in the back where they have live music, yoga class, events, and more. They always have a wide variety of beers (and sizes). The bartenders are super nice and knowledgable and will help you find what you like. And because it's made right there, it's not too expensive. Did I mention the snacks? Get the snacks. The honey mustard pretzels are outta this world. read more

Free Range Brewing - Beer and honey mustard pretzels mmmm - Breweries Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Ok all i have to say is that i love this place!!! My favorite choice: "Sea companions" (Carolina oyster stout) this is my favorite but other choices if you want something lighter the "Lighten up" is your way to go very refreshing. We went on a Sunday and they had free food. This place is great for the family. Great hangout spot. Thanks guys!!! read more

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This is definitely one of my favorite breweries in Charlotte. Both locations are excellent but I'm partial to camp north end. They have a great selection of beers that they brew, as well as guest taps. They also have a wide selection of cans and wines available as well. Definitely something for everyone. The atmosphere is very laid back and makes for a great way to relax. Try the hazy ipa, you won't be disappointed. read more