We got wings, fries, mac and cheese, and "garlic parm pull apart rolls". The fries were good and the mac was really cheesy. The app was a giant dry dinner roll with oil dipping and the wings were pretty dry. The only thing saving it was Ursula the server was great read more

Ursula is super friendly. Love that this place is down the stairs. Feels like a hidden gem. Good food, good music, great people. I've lived here since November of 2025 and have enjoyed every experience I've had there. read more

Was disappointed in the food. The hamburger was essentially tasteless. Either poor seasoning, or lesser meat? Also, made a big point of making sure the french fries had no extra coating to make it crispier. I cannot eat that. Waitress assured me only extra seasoning......was not true. But then, no offer to return them or exchange or deduct from bill. Chicken wings were nothing special at all. Can make better at home. Dark basement This was my second chance for them. I will not return for strike 3. read more

It was pouring rain when we got here, but it felt warm and inviting. Only one person was on duty for six tables. She was doing an excellent job getting food out, cashing out bills, and seating new patrons. She did have a helper bussing the tables. We didn't wait long for a table. The menu is limited and by having a limited menu, they can concentrate on having the best tasting food offered. We four had burgers that were thick, juicy, and delicious! We ordered sweet potato fries and onion rings for the table. They were incredible, too. All four of us were full without being stuffed. read more

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Loved The menu our waitress was great. Drinks were fantastic food was great . Would recommend will be back read more

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Burgers hadn't heard of seasoning before but otherwise the food was ok. The "speakeasy" part means seeing the plumbing of the bathrooms above your head. Service was ok, Ursula was attentive despite being the only server read more

Place was great, nice relaxed atmosphere, good service, good wings, exactly what I want for a quick bite and a beer after work.

Stopped by for a couple of beers, sad, just sad. Bartender was one of the worst I've ever had. Zero service at all, she was 100% into her phone. Such a shame for a great location to have this poor service. read more

I was already on board with this place when I saw they served deviled eggs, but when I walked downstairs and caught the vibe I was all in. My cocktail was delish (can't remember exactly what it was sadly) and my friend thoroughly enjoyed her old fashioned. We started with the deviled eggs which were quite yummy - traditional preparation topped with a bit of paprika. We both ordered the Cowboy burger which was top notch albeit a tad dry. Some days are like that. Ordered the sweet potato fries, but got the regular fries. Normally I would say something to the server, but I decided to take a taste. The French fry gods definitely smiled on me with this mistake because these fries were outta this world. All in all, an excellent experience. Will go back next time I'm in Brevard and keep supporting local non-chain businesses. read more

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We are visiting from out of town and wanted to do a couples night out. We parked on the street and panicked a little when we didn't see in on the Main Street. Then I noticed a little doorway and realized we needed to go downstairs. How cool! I loved the set up and there was a big TV by our table so we could watch the game. The menu is not big but if you like burgers and wings, this is your place. They even have cauliflower wings! They were out of the sauce I wanted so I got the bourbon BBQ and it was good. The guys both ordered the Mac attack burger and loved it. We also tried their regular fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings and homemade chips. So good! Our waitress was sweet and attentive. Two reasons I gave 4 stars instead of 5. First, the cauliflower was cold on the inside and the waitress said they didn't have a microwave so they'd have to remake a new batch. I figured since it was a vegetable and not raw chicken, I'd just eat it. But they should make sure they've cooked it long enough. Second, you don't get a side with your burger...so you pay $12 for a burger and then $5 for a side. Overall, we liked it a lot and would go back read more

Papa L.E.W. - Mac attack burger - Burgers Near Me - Brevard, North Carolina

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Beautiful location, friendly staff, and terrible food. The "smoked" wings were very bland and it says you're supposed to get a lb on the menu but it was no where near that. Got the Mac burger and the Mac and cheese was ice cold on the burger when it came out. When I asked for it to be fixed it came back microwaved and the whole burger was soggy and the Mac and cheese was still cold in the middle. Still tried it anyways and it was flavorless. Stouffer's is better than their homemade Mac and cheese. The food just felt incredibly lazy all around. Not sure if this was just a bad night because pictures online looked really good but the whole experience was just disappointing. read more

The food is wonderful - perfectly prepared and served piping hot. I highly recommend the bacon wrapped jalapeños and deviled eggs to start and then take a dive into the burgers. All of the burgers are exceptional but we especially love the cowboy with those crispy onion rings and the fungi. Neither disappoint. Ursula and her staff are accommodating and friendly and the service is always on point. Make sure this is one of your stops when in Brevard. read more

ONLY reason this doesn't get 5 stars is it's just a bit expensive. Aside from that, this place is fantastic! It kind of feels like discovering a speakeasy; the entrance is a bit hidden, just a door to their basement space quietly sitting between two other storefronts. Building on the speakeasy feel, all you see through their main door is the smallish restaurant and bar area, very cozy feel with art from local artists all over. If you turn left you'll see there's a whole other room that more than doubles the space and is set up for concerts, pool, darts and more. The food is really tasty! Definitely recommend the jalapeño poppers which are wrapped in bacon instead of breaded. The wings are the perfect blend of crispy outside and tender and juicy inside. And be sure to check out their drink specials. They like to experiment with unique cocktails that turn out amazing. This will be a must-visit when visiting Brevard! read more

Papa L.E.W. - Dude, this place is fantastic! - Burgers Near Me - Brevard, North Carolina

Wowzers, decisions, decisions. This was our first trip and will definitely not be our last. We were torn between wings or burgers and this time the burgers won. The jalapeños are fantastic and have a kick to them. The Mac 'n Cheese burgers are delicious. Sweet potato fries with the maple dipping sauce is a MUST. In addition to the wings, you can also get cauliflower bites with any of the sauces, looking forward to trying those next time. We didn't leave room for dessert but the fried honeybun and banana pudding are on the list for next time. I kinda had dessert first because I ordered the Pumpkin Spice White Russian.....YUM! The staff is friendly and attentive without being overbearing. Heads up - you have to use stairs (about 15) to go down from the sidewalk. I don't know if there is handicap accessibility. read more

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Omg! Just came here for lunch and had their Carolina Burger. Divine and cooked to perfection. Also had their sweet potato fries that come with a sweet chili pepper aioli sauce. Out of this world!! They've got so many options for food and everything is wonderful!! Oh, ended the meal with fried cheese cake!! It's a hidden gem here in Brevard. Full service bar also!! read more

The doors were locked even though it said it was open. The menu looked good so sad we couldn't try it.

Always a good time eating here! They have great and fresh burgers and wings, delicious drink creations or beer, cleanest kitchen we've ever seen, and they're family friendly. We always get a table without a problem and their hours are flexible too. read more

Okay... this place is great! I've never been disappointed in my order! The food is great! Burgers, wings, salads, they have a good selection to choose from! The staff is beyond helpful and always friendly! They talk to you and hold a conversation, laugh and joke. They do work hard to make sure everything is satisfactory and great! This place is underground and has some great speakeasy vibes... the cocktails are amazing and strong so you get your bang for your Buck! If you're in the area don't hesitate to check this out! read more

Omg to he banana pudding was amazing. The staff so sweet and made perfect recommendations. Burgers to the wings were to die for. 6stars if i could. Definitely get the banana pudding! read more

Papa L.E.W. - Finished banana pudding - Burgers Near Me - Brevard, North Carolina

So happy we came here. Such a quaint, tucked away spot - fantastic beers, Staff and attention to detail. Am very accommodating and homey. Thank you read more

Papa L.E.W. - two men playing pool - Burgers Near Me - Brevard, North Carolina

Burgers, fries, and jalapeño poppers were all on point! The staff were all great and we will definitely go back when we are in the area.

Amazing burgers and service! The atmosphere was great and we absolutely loved the food! Thank you!!

Food and whiskey flights were yum. Our server was on top of things. However, when there are price adjustments that don't align with listed menu prices customers need to be made aware in advance, not just happen to notice such discrepancy once the bill arrives. A sharpie on the laminated menu would do the trick. read more

Really tasty food. The fungi burger and the Carolina burger were delicious. And the garlic Parmesan wings were really great. We will definitely come back on future visits to Brevard. Tip for those who haven't been here: it's a little hard to find. You have to go downstairs from Main Street to find it. But you'll be glad you did. read more

I am a 30 year local and have frequented this place many times. Tonight was the last time ever!! 5 tables out of 12 were taken And we were told it would be 30 minutes. After an hour of waiting and 2 rounds of drinks I asked when we could be seated and told the hostess, who was very sweet by the way, we would be glad to sit at a 4 top and pull up a chair and the the owner said no. I went to the bar and cashed out to go else where and not a word was said from the owner!! Not a sorry, why are you leaving, nothing!! Very disappointed and disgusted. Will never go back! The only reason for one star was the very sweet and attentive hostess!! read more

My family and I come to Papa L.E.W.s and enjoy their food. I tend to get the same thing every time. I wish that they would change up the menu a little. Be creative and come up with some awesome creation plates. Quit being stuck behind the bar. #bestmacncheese read more

Had a Carolina burger and sweet potato fries to go, and both tasted very good. We plan on going again and dining in to try some of the other menu items. read more

Great downstairs hole in the wall upper scale burger and wings joint. We had a fantastic meal. My son goes to Brevard College, and we stumbled on the place walking around downtown. Attached to a separately owned live music lounge, which was a nice treat since you could see and hear the very good band. Hospitality was excellent. Olya was very friendly and treating us like old friends. Highly recommend! read more

Vibe... nicely Speakeasy. Cool basement, all peoples welcome and excepted. Didn't have a chance to eat but looks like great pub fare! Great cocktail menu and descent whiskey selection. read more

The staff are amazing. They are very friendly, attentive and funny. I love the whole environment, and it's very laid back. The cauliflower wings are very good, and we really enjoyed them. I ordered a veggie burger and it was pretty tasty. Wish the menu had some more vegetarian options. read more

Cozy downstairs location on Main St. Good burgers and wings (cauliflower option available). Local beers on draft. Friendly service. Shares entry with small music venue which I understand is open most weekend nights. read more

We were served a $14 cocktail that was a weak pour and 75% ice. Service was good but our appetizer was plain at best.

Loved this place. We ate dinner there on a Tuesday night and even though there was only one server working the service was perfect. So much I made sure she received a large tip. My wife had the wings which she said were the best wings in any place she has ever had. She used to praise a place in Charlotte NC but they are now 2nd to Papa L.E.W. I had the Fungi burger and Onion Rings and both were cooked to perfection. Add a flight of local beers it was a perfect dinner after hiking all day. The other great news with this place it is locally owned and is a diverse business. Almost forgot, the Fruit Cobbler Egg Roll sounded a little odd but went with the recommendation of the server and it was delicious as well read more

Ambiance is great. There was a sign that they were understaffed so service was ok considering. The food was mediocre. We had the buffalo chicken dip appetizer and it was really just clumps of chicken baked in cheese with some buffalo sauce - not creamy like most dips. The Honey Lemon Pepper sauced wings were pretty good, but the Garlic Parmesan ones had zero taste. May be worth trying again when they're fully staffed. The menu is promising but the kitchen didn't deliver on this visit. read more

Fabulous burgers! And I'm very picky about hamburgers and it was wonderful! Will definitely be back to try the wings

We keep meaning to try this restaurant! Well it was amazing !!!! Love the margarita, chicken dip and wings !!! We will be back!!! read more

Amazing customer service and their wings and every food we had ordered was delicious. Got the hellbender burger and it was just over the moon yummy in my tummy. Will come back again when visiting north Carolina. Compliments to the chef for the cooking and the waitress who was absolutely friendly and just a thousand percent amazing. read more

Such a great atmosphere and the food is fantastic! We also had wonderful service ! Would definitely go back!

The wings are excellent. We tried multiple styles and they were all delicious. We were visiting from out of town. We will definitely order when we come back. read more

Staff was friendly and positive. Food was exceptional. We got wings and burgers. The wings had such a depth of flavor with the smoking process they use. We did a dry rub (Lowry) and garlic Parmesan. So delicious! Truly the best wings I've ever had. I got the Fungi burger. Solid burger for sure. Everything about the atmosphere was chill and clean. I can't believe I haven't made it here before. Will definitely be back! read more