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Whalehead Brewery

4.5 (90 reviews)
ModerateBrewpubs, Pizza
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Dogs allowed

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Cute flights, including wine!
Jonathan Z.

Super fun concept. Check in, hand them a card for the tab, they hand you wristbands and they charge you for beers, wine, and cocktails as you go. Up to you how much you want to fill up. They've also got flights available and really cute taster glasses. Order food from the wait staff but pretty much up to you to how much you want to pour for yourself. They've also got happy hour with half off on certain apps.

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Lauren D.

We heard about the brewery's opening after our last visit to Corolla and put it on our list to checkout this time around. It was great and better than expected. Similar to other breweries, Whalehead Brewery has a tap wall of self-serve beer where you pay by the ounce. Whalehead had a variety of their own beers to try, along with some mixed cocktails ready to pour. They had a few different glass sizes to use in case you wanted to try a little or a lot! We ordered the soft pretzel and they were willing to accommodate us with two beer cheese cups instead of 1 cheese and 1 mustard which was nice because we're not mustard people. The pretzel was a great quality and a major step up from frozen soft pretzels that other restaurants serve. It came out warm, soft, and fresh. We also ordered a 12" chicken cordon blue specialty pizza. We were so excited when we saw the little bit of char marks and doughy rise of the crust. This certainly set them apart from other pizza places in Corolla. The pizza was SO good!!! It was packed with flavor and the ingredients all tasted fresh. It was hands down the best brewery and pub food we experienced in Corolla so far. The he staff was very friendly and helpful. They ensured that all new customers understood how the beer tap wall worked and gave great recommendations from the menu. The only odd thing was that we were asked to start a tab as soon as we walked in the door and before we were seated. I can see the necessity in this when they're busy, but the day we visited was quiet and normal table service would have sufficed. We wish they would've had 2XL shirts in stock because we wanted to buy a couple. They also have outdoor picnic tables which is a great alternative when the weather is nice. I would recommend this location for all those looking for a cold pint and a delicious pizza in Corolla!

A delicious pizza and exceptional beer

I can hear last year (2025) and thought it was pretty good but nothing super special. This year (2026) I'm back and the pizza is excellent same as the beer the crust on the pizza is thin and crunchy in all the right ways with it still having a little chew. The staff is kind and would check on us regularly. The ambience is nice as well with a view into the actual brewery. Additionally the location is very convenient with good parking. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for a lunch or dinner out after the beach

Buzz G.

Stopped into this local microbrewery while staying in Corolla, Outer Banks. There is inside seating for large and small groups and colorful picnic tables outside. It features a 'pour yourself' wall for beers and some wine and cocktails. How it works is you open a tab going in which allows you to pay by the ounce, so you can try whatever is available. They have a variety of glass shapes and sizes depending on what you are pouring. I suggested they add paddles for a make your own flight which would be handy. They serve food and while we did not try any the pizzas looked great. Definitely will return for the full treatment next time we are there.

Tiny and expensive and dry
Amber G.

Super disappointing. The pizzas are really expensive and SMALL! The crust is not the best. We fed a family of 14 (5 pizzas) and the pizzas were so tiny we had to resort to another pizza place (Corolla Pizza-WAY BETTER) The pizzas were kind of dry and not much sauce. Did I say everyone was super disappointed??? We did do take out. It's probably the most disappointing pizza I've ever had Avoid! Avoid! Avoid!

Jessica O.

We drove past this place on vacation in the OBX so many times. So glad we finally decided to pop in. The brick oven pizzas were absolutely incredible! So were the apps! The general manager was so knowledgeable about everything and everyone was so friendly! I love the tap wall, where you cannot only get beer by, however, many ounces you choose, but also wine and other cocktails!This will definitely be one of our regular spots every summer!

Tom K.

Hell of a great pizza for a beach town brewery!! This coming from someone who grew up on long island pies. Recommend the mushroom ricotta to go beyond the traditional. Clean, pleasant environment with self pour beer, but the pizza is enough to come by.

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Amanda T.

The ultimate pizza and beer spot for your beach vacation! The self-serve beer wall is a blast--just scan your wristband and remember to turn off the tap! For non-beer fans, there are house-made cocktails and wine on tap too. While none of the beers blew me away, I did enjoy the Oktoberfest and Hefeweizen. We had the Pepperoni and Prosciutto pizza, fresh out of the oven and piping hot. There's a large table that was perfect for our group of 16; we called ahead and they reserved it for us. The staff was super friendly and fun, explaining how everything worked. A must-visit spot!

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Evan B.

Whalehead is amazing. Beers are awesome. Food is great. Service is great. Cool area inside but seats outside if you want. Perfect beach hangout.

Melissa R.

We decided to try Whalehead for pizza and drinks. The restaurant was conveniently located (lots of parking), and when we walked in, we were greeted right away by the friendly staff. After checking out the menu, we ordered the Spicy Sizzler, which features red sauce, pepperoni, Italian sausage, pepperoncini, and hot honey sauce. Our food was ready quickly, and we were impressed by the fact that they had their own pizza oven. We dug in--the thin crust was perfect, and while the spice level was on the mild side, the flavors were delicious. Overall, a great experience!

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This place instantly became a favorite, and honestly, I didn't even order food (yet), which says a…read morelot. First off, the bartender was awesome. Super friendly, knowledgeable, and more than happy to let me taste a few different options before committing. That alone sets the tone. I ended up going with the Pick of the Liter American Lager, and it was exactly what I wanted: light, crisp, refreshing, and easy to drink. Nothing overcomplicated, just a really solid lager done right. The vibe is what really stands out here. I love the German-inspired atmosphere. It feels warm, welcoming, and relaxed without trying too hard. It's the kind of place where you can hang for a while, have a conversation, and not feel rushed. Add in the fact that there are dogs on the walls everywhere, and I was fully sold. As a dog lover, this was a huge win. Even though I didn't eat this time around, I was definitely eyeing the food coming out of the kitchen. The pizza in particular looked really good, and it's 100% the reason I'll be back soon. If the beer and service are any indication, I have a feeling the food is going to deliver too. This is a great spot whether you're a craft beer fan or just want a chill place to grab a drink!

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