May 15

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Best Breweries in Roanoke Va (2025)


Breweries in Roanoke Va are a year round, all weather activity which is important around these parts.

Roanoke gets 120 days of rain every year according to Best Places so why not have a backup plan when the hiking trails look like mudslides.

While the list below all share in common great beer, each one brings a unique experience when your visit their brewery.

Some of the breweries are downtown and others are a scenic drive away. Some of the breweries are dog-friendly and others have seltzer and gluten free options. 

Whether you're looking for things to do in Roanoke when it's raining or places to get a craft beer, you can't miss with these 10 breweries. 

Editor's Note: This list is in no particular ranking order.  We try hard to be accurate in our reporting but please always call the establishment beforehand as offerings can change without notice.

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1. Big Lick Brewing Company

Downtown Roanoke's Big Lick Brewing Company has a microbrewery, taproom, beer garden, craft beer and new flavors on a regular basis.

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2. Three Notch'd Brewing Company

Three Notch'd is located across from Center in the Square in Downtown Roanoke. Their locally sourced dishes complement what's on tap with seasonal new flavors.

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3. Starr Hill Brewery 

Located near the Roanoke River Greenway and Carillion, Starr Hill Brewery has live music, trivia nights, and plenty of year-round and seasonal beer to choose from. 

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4. A Few Old Goats Brewing

A Few Old Goats Brewing (AFOG for short) is located in Downtown Roanoke with 14+ taps, indoor and outdoor games, pet friendly and lots of beer. 

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5. Twisted Track Brewpub

Twisted Track is Roanoke's newest brewpub. In addition to craft beer and cider they host trivia night, bingo night and open mic comedy night. 

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6. Parkway Brewing Co

Parkway Brewing Co is a microbrewery located in Salem Va that offers ales, distinctive beers, live music, and food truck cuisine. 

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7. Twin Creeks Brewing Company

Roanoke County's first craft brewery, Twin Creeks Brewing Company has live music, craft beer and a second location in Explore Park. Check out their popular weekly events including Give Back Tuesdays, Bingo Wednesdays and Trivia Thursdays.

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8. Olde Salem Brewing Co

With 2 locations on Main St in Downtown Salem and Market Street in Downtown Roanoke, Olde Salem Brewing Co crafts every beer in house, hosts live events and is a short drive from Roanoke.