We stopped into Mountain Layers Brewing Company during our camping road trip while waiting for our laundry to finish, and it ended up being a really enjoyable stop. The brewery has a great rooftop atmosphere that's perfect for relaxing with a drink while taking in downtown Bryson City. They also host live music, although we weren't able to stay long enough to catch the performance. The highlight of our visit was definitely the bartender. I wish I remembered their name because they were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They took the time to recommend drinks, suggest places around Bryson City to explore, and even gave us recommendations for campgrounds where we could stay that night. Those kinds of interactions are what make traveling so memorable. We had originally planned to grab food from the restaurant downstairs, but that didn't work out during our visit. Thankfully, the brewery itself more than made up for it with its relaxed atmosphere and outstanding hospitality. If you're looking for a laid-back rooftop spot to enjoy a local beer, listen to live music, or chat with friendly locals while exploring Bryson City, Mountain Layers Brewing Company is definitely worth a stop. We'd happily grab another drink here the next time we're in town. read more

Yummy peach slushie on the rooftop! Food truck food was too heavy for me but was convenient.

A nice little brewery outside of Great Smoky Mountains! Their sour was one of the best I've had. There is indoor and outdoor seating with views of Main Street. There was live music during our visit that really added to the experience. read more

Mountain Layers Brewing Company - Breweries Near Me - Bryson City, North Carolina

Amazing beers!!!! Definitely coming back. They just renewed the outside patio which was a plus to have our dog with us. read more

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Second time here and again, such a great experience. Friendly bartenders and patrons. Loved my Hazel Creek Pineapple and Tangerine Ale. My friend's first time here and she loved the beer she ordered. Found a cozy table upstairs to chat. Live music was starting outside. Perfection. read more

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The downstairs is very dark, but the guy working down there was pleasant and approachable. We went upstairs to check out the place. The guy working upstairs was a bit gruff and impatient. The beers were okay. The deck upstairs is probably great when it's warmer. read more

Amazing brewery. Great place to get flights!! When you do, be sure to get them from John, he's the MASTER of flights of western NC!!!

Great selections of beer and cider. The Hawaiiin food truck that sits outside and you can order from them and take it into the brewery is extremely delicious. It was nothing that disappointed. The staff was really nice too. read more

Cool multistory brewery great for people watching! We hung out on the porch upstairs and got to see everyone in town. I'm not a drinker but my group liked the beers and frose they ordered. They also had a small foodtruck outside but we only stopped in for a bit and didn't order any food. read more

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Nice little brewery. We walked upstairs to the rooftop area. You can sit outside or indoors with a heater which was nice. Guy behind the counter upstairs was a little rude and not very friendly. Came for two beers and a bag of chips and we headed out. read more

Mountain Layers Brewing Company - Yummy selection of beer! Ig @yelpelitegvl - Breweries Near Me - Bryson City, North Carolina

Wow! We decided to make the drive to mountain layers brewing from Cherokee and it did not disappoint. They had a great variety of beers, from seasonal Oktoberfest beers, IPAs, a porter and more! The vibe was super chill, there was a downstairs bar and an upstairs one- which had live music when we went. David, our brewtender was super welcoming and struck up great conversation. Overall, amazing experience and I would definitely go back. read more

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Beer was okay. The upstairs bartender seemed to be in a bad mood. Not too busy either. Downstairs was friendlier but only a tine bar and seating area. We would have sat outside on the rooftop if not for the record heat that day. Overall, I'd try it again. read more

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Went for a walk thru town and knew we'd hit brewery along way but needed food too so luckily they had this cool Hawaiian food truck! Hubby went in got us both a beverage. Mine was blueberry cheesecake it was really good! We came in to finish our beers at the counter had some great conversations with the bartender and a local.. very cool place even had upstairs deck so you could see river! Very laid back and fun place! read more

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My new favorite brewery in this area of the mountains. The location is a major plus. Downtown, close to the bridge, so you've got river and mountain views. Taproom seating is cozy. Service in the taproom (single taste) was stellar. I noticed the rooftop option and she quickly routed me up top. Same options upstairs as down, so when the weather is right, just head up. The views are almost as good as the beers, weather permitting, of course. I was here on a Friday at 1PM. They were doing a brisk business. Patrons represented a demographic cross-section. Then there's the food. Although not part of the brewery, reportedly, the food truck is always here. It's a mix of Hawaiian and Asian options. Think pork, seafood, and the rare Loco Moco sighting! I got the Ahi tuna. Perfectly sesame-seared, tender and tasty. Just 5-star. I can envision this pairing perfectly with the Hazel Creek Blonde Ale. Perfect portion for one, great mix of flavors from the cabbage and nicely done rice. Hook me up with a little more pickled ginger and I'm gonna start scoping the real estate market. Only complaint was that the guy working the upstairs bar was not friendly. He wasn't rude, but he made things strictly transactional. Now for the beers...you know me, I'm not one to use taste in beer to judge a place. Here's my opinion. I tried three... Dragon Tamer NE IPA - solid for the style. Smooth and very drinkable for lots of occasions. Unfamiliar with the hop profile, but I'm a fan Below Zero Cold IPA - a fan of the entire hop profile (kettle and dry), everything worked for me. Slightly fruity taste on a solid but not overpowering hop base, this beer drinks like a classic IPA with the feel of a session. The ABV though, at 6.8%, doesn't say session. I'll be taking some of this back to St Augustine. Elk Watch Stout Ale - creamy, chocolate with a classic malty background. Just a touch of that ale bitterness to keep it honest. It's like a silky nitro without the gas. Imagine the mountain fall or winter, and you're mond should go to this beer. Great stout, period. This place is a solid recommendation. Solid. read more

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Y'all! This some delicious beer! We had friendly service and let my husband talk his ears off! JK! He was very informative about the area. We didn't make it upstairs but the downstairs was great! Definitely going back next time we are in the area. read more

Amazing atmosphere! Great beer, wonderful staff and love that they were retired LEO! We will be back next time we visit and bringing a patch! read more

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I would give this place 6 stars if I could. A great variety of beer styles and all professionally brewed. It's definitely made for the true beer eficionado. A great atmosphere downstairs or upstairs. This place is a "must visit" in Bryson City. read more

Craft beer lovers, rejoice - unless you are hiking with your canine best friend. They boast of fantastic brews with a dog-friendly patio...almost. The cramped gravel area has loud AC units blasting hot air, making it uncomfortable for pups (and their humans) in the summer. Grab a delicious beer to-go and head to a park for a cooler hangout with your canine crew. read more

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The beers were exactly what I needed on my visit! The rice wagon was a perfect pairing for a great night out in quiet little Bryson City, NC! read more

Nice brewery in Bryson City. They have a rooftop patio with a bar on both floors. Street parking with plenty of shops nearby. I'm enjoying the Mexican Lager. Great on a hot days. read more

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Great beer, no food served, but don't let that stop you! On a hot summer day in July when a cold beer was in order, we stopped by Mountain layer brewing Company, and headed upstairs for a cold one. There are many local drafts on tap, all served nice and cold, so you will be sure to find something you like and not be disappointed. Seating is limited with a few spots downstairs, and a few more upstairs. There is a large outside patio that overlooks the main drag, however, on a hot July day it's not where we wanted to be. They don't serve food here, but don't despair. Just down the stairs and out to the back of the brewery, there is a food truck. It's called the Rice wagon. The menu consists of Hawaiian and Asian inspired dishes. And that little place serves amazing burgers amongst other selections.. My husband and I shared a Hula burger, with a side of potato salad. It was delicious. And large enough that we shared one and it was sufficient. It's a grab and go place so Styrofoam containers and nothing fancy, but the food is great and you can take your food into the brewery. There is also limited seating next to the food truck. read more

Mountain Layers Brewing Company - Hula burger and potato salad from The Rice Wagon food truck located just outside the brewery. And 2 drafts (Hazel $7.25 and Nydee $6.25). - Breweries Near Me - Bryson City, North Carolina

Enjoyed our visit to this brewery. We first stopped at the food truck at the back entrance. Ordered a Honey Chicken Special, which was very good. We brought it up to the top floor taproom which opens to an outdoor deck on the roof. We had some Hazy IPA, which we selected after being able to sample 3 IPAs to see which we liked best. Overall, a great venue and good beer. Would have given it the 5th star if we could get food service right in the brewery without having to go to the back parking lot to get it. read more

One word. Ambience. Not only was the service great and the people friendly, but the roof top bar beautifully looks over down town making this the best place to enjoy a drink with friends. read more

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This place had great beer and the food truck was awesome! I liked the variety of beers since I only like sours, and the katsu chicken with Hawaiian Mac was sooo good. Great views on the roof! read more

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A bit disappointed about this place. All their ciders are from cans. No food inside. Food truck outside.

My husband & I were in Bryson City for the weekend & always like to visit local breweries. We ended up coming to Mountain Layers for a beer each day of our trip! The upstairs deck is nice & the staff were all very friendly. Highly recommend! We will be back next time we are in town! Cheers! read more

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Sat on upstairs patio and ordered from the food truck --excellent food and nice location! Upstairs bartender was grumpy and not all at helpful. Didn't greet us and let us sit on patio until we went inside to inquire about service. Only then let us know to order downstairs and drinks from the bar. After bussing our own table and bringing glassware up to the bar we wondered why we even tipped him... read more

This was such a fun place!! We loved the atmosphere here. The drinks were good! The food truck was amazing also!

Maybe it was just the perfect fall day, but I don't know how it gets better than this. Drinks are available as you walk in downstairs, as well as a larger bar upstairs. The second floor deck overlooking the river is the place to be if the weather is nice at all. A separate food truck is just out the back door- you order it separately but they encourage you to bring it inside to enjoy. read more

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"Two tables outback beside a food truck does NOT make a "beer garden"!!!!" We were going to be passing by Bryson City on a road trip with our dog and decided this would be a good place to stop for a drink and some lunch. It is in a great location right along the river but the only place to sit outside was two tables down a back alley next to the food truck. VERY DISAPPOINTING!!!!!! read more

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Stopped here, my brother is a craft beer drinker. He hadn't had ANY of the beers here and he had had A LOT of different beers! Good selection/ choices... I'm not a big craft beer drinker and I found a few good ones. Mel took care of us and gave us great Customer Service. Definitely worth the stop!! read more

They haven't been open too long but have mastered brewing incredible beer!! Great location with a rooftop bar that overlooks the river. Very fun and knowledgeable staff. Swing by if you are in town! read more

Nice cool brewery in the heart of Bryson City, next to the river. From the outdoor deck upstairs the view of the river and mountains is beautiful. The beer was great. Prices quite reasonable. There is a food truck outside in the back with additional outdoor seating but we didn't eat anything. It looked okay; they did have one vegetarian option as far as I could see. read more

Mountain Layers Brewing Company - Two different IPA's, both great, and the view!! - Breweries Near Me - Bryson City, North Carolina

Great place to stop. Had some delicious food from the food truck out back and a cherry sour beer that was pretty good. read more

Mountain Layers Brewing Company - Garlic crunchy chicken(I can't remember), white rice, macaroni salad, cherry sour beer - Breweries Near Me - Bryson City, North Carolina

Cool place with good tunes. So many choices of brews with seasonal options. Main level, upstairs (inside and outside) and patio seating. Great staff with friendly conversations. Awesome food truck with yummy bites. Glad we stopped in for a visit. read more

Great place! They let use bring our food from down the street and eat. After lunch we had a few beers - terrific! The upstairs is much more spacious. Military and LE/First Responder friendly. read more

Stopped by for a post hike beer. They have a great variety, and we loved everything we tried! Also love that they give back to local charities for beers purchased. Will definitely return! read more

Mountain Layers Brewing Company - Delicious beer - Breweries Near Me - Bryson City, North Carolina

Great atmosphere with a rooftop patio. Delicious in house brewed beers. Best brewery we tried in Bryson City. Both bartenders were knowledgeable and helpful. Would definitely recommend. read more

Couldn't get a flight because they were 'too busy" and dogs were only allowed in a smallmspace behind the brewery. Nost of the paleces in the town are vwry dog friendly. Save your time and go to BC Outdoors where there are better local brews on tap. If I could rate this place less than a one star I would. read more

Went here for dinner and drinks after a great day on lake Fontana. The spot itself is nicely laid out and we were lucky enough to score seats on the outside deck upstairs. There was also easy and ample free parking. Solid variety of local beers and we liked everything that we tried. The staff was knowledgeable and proficient with their craft and there was live music the night we went. They do not serve food but there is an incredible food truck parked right next door and they encourage you to bring that food in to enjoy with a beverage. How can you go wrong with a great atmosphere, easy vibe, and good beer? Easy 5 stars. read more