Brew Norfolk

RAISE YOUR GLASS!

Norfolk’s locally crafted beers are best enjoyed sitting on Bold Mariner’s beachy wraparound porch, while playing lawn games outside Maker’s Craft Brewery or even just relaxing in a good old fashioned beer garden. From seasonally-brewed suds to celebrated staples, there’s something on tap to quench your thirst.

Grain

At Grain, we’re elevating the beer garden concept, all the way to the roof of the Hilton Norfolk The Main to be exact. With one of the best selections…
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Smartmouth Brewing Company

Since 2012, Smartmouth has helped shape the Hampton Roads craft beer scene with unique styles, quality ingredients…
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Bold Mariner Brewing Company

When Navy veteran Michael Stacks decided to open a brewery, he developed a “go bold or go home” approach. He…
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Rip Rap Brewing Company

In Norfolk’s Railroad District lives the microbrewery Rip Rap Brewing Company. Their micro size gives them incredible…
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Maker’s Craft Brewery

If drinkable beer is what you’re after, you’ll find it at Maker’s. While others went the route of extreme flavors and high…
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Benchtop Craft Brewing Company

Benchtop Brewing Company is an artisanal craft brewery in Norfolk, VA. Benchtop crafts a mixture of…
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COVA Brewing Co.

Something’s always brewing at COVA, whether it’s coffee or beer. Their coffee selections are fair trade, and they use real…
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Waterside District

Experience it all at the Waterside District! Here you will be able to eat a variety of cuisines, enjoy kid-friendly activities…
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BREWERY Events

Every season is event season in Norfolk. See what’s on deck.

Nov012025

Dia De Los Muertos celebration @ Benchtop Brewing

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Jun022025
Nov032025

Barbells & Brews at Maker’s Craft Brewery

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Apr102025
Dec182025

Trivia Thursdays at the Bold Mariner Brewing Company

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Nov072025

SOUL TIES: Cleophus James & Fortresses LIVE

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Brew Hop Pass

Get the three-day brew pass and take your time to savor the experience and tastes of Norfolk’s beer. Passes are delivered through text and email, and instantly redeemable!

Find the Brewery For You

Breweries are the new neighborhood pubs and lucky for us, Norfolk’s brewery scene has taken off! With multiple breweries calling Norfolk their home and more to open within the year, Norfolk welcomes all beer enthusiasts.

Guided Brewery Tours

What better way to explore Norfolk’s food and craft beer scene than by a guided tour? Look no further than Taste Tidewater Tours operating group. During their Norfolk craft brewery tour, guests will be guided through local brewery’s offerings in the comfort and safety of their private Executive Coach shuttle. Tours generally last at least four hours, include three stops and provide behind-the-scenes information (and access when available) to local breweries and brewpubs.  Guests will learn about the evolution, styles and production of beer. Tour guides will also explain how to select and pair beer with food.

Pricing: $44 per person;  $479 for a group of 12
Phone: 757.340.TOUR (8687)
Email: fun@tastetidewater.com


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