Great beer, good prices, cool atmosphere.
I'd been here two years ago and enjoyed the ambience, the beverages and the food truck that showed up just when it was needed.
Since then, they've added more seating, mostly picnic tables with umbrellas, and put out a couple of cornhole games for our amusement. They also now have an IPA express window where you can get an IPA without having to go inside. The place was hoppin' on a Saturday afternoon, everyone very friendly and having a good time.
On a very sunny warm day, my hermano (thats brother, folks), came up from ATL and we had a day of drinking.
We found our way to the Wedge and went in and ordered lovely beers and sat a spell and enjoyed our beers and peanuts. It was pretty crowded but not so crowded we couldnt find a place to sit. I'm a big fan of outdoor drinking. So sitting there with the sunshine sipping a nice Super Saison (which I highly recommend) was just about the nicest thing ever. My brother had the Iron Rail IPA which I took a healthy drink from and found quite delicious.
The food truck that was there that day was el Kimchi and my brother got something or another and he seemed to dig it. I realize this has nothing to do with the brewery itself but its a nice thing to mention, in case you happen upon it sometime.
Great time all around.
Wedge was another brewery that took a minute to find. It is located in Wedge Studious...at first we went up to the art gallery and were waiting for the beer to show up. But after asking someone we found out its BEHIND the building. So we went to the right, down the steps, and saw a nice grungy looking area. Â Inside was Wedge Brewing.
-A tiny little bar to order your drinks. I tried the sampler of course and continued outside to enjoy the scenery.
-Looking out at a railroad track and giant backyard with lawn games and picnic tables for guests. This places furniture selection reminded me of Pigsah Brewing but I think Wedge felt like the furniture belonged there unlike the misplacement at Pigsah. Bathroom was pretty disgusting and I felt dirty after leaving, but for a local I can see this place being a good time on a Friday night.
-As for the beer I tried them all. It looked like Golem was their most popular, a strong golden ale, it wasn't bad. The Iron Rail IPA was also not too bad. As for all the others I tried..nothing really stood out to me, but maybe it was because I was coming off the heels of Wicked Weed and LAB.
-I would recommend stopping in for a beer just to see the uniqueness of this place. Â Plus it's only a few minutes from the city
Hit this place on a Friday evening in March. Â It was crowded but it did not feel overly crowded. Â Crowd was a little hippy for my taste but it had a good mix over all. Â The beer is what this place is about. Â The Ironrail is wonderful, the raspberry porter was devine, golem was great. Â Everything we had here hit the spot. Â Great beer, nice folks, food trucks, and just a great feel. Â Best brewery in Asheville.
Review Source:Being a newbie to the Asheville scene, I wanted to make sure I hit the best Brewery establishments. This place is a straight up tasting room, small and to the point, the bar is a basic, walk up order a beer and then consume. Its a small batch brewery that is not offering there beers in to many place other then directly from the source, the selection changes often and they have a wide variety of styles. We visited on a rainy afternoon while taking a tour of the river arts district. With so many brewing operations in town, we hit this one based on work of mouth from the locals. Will be back, and hope this place continues to keep it's bones and growth at the same time.
Review Source:I will be honest here: one beer makes this a five star. The Golem is up there with some of the Andersen Valley, Stone and Founders beers I've been obsessing over lately. I've tried the Iron Rail IPA, Imperial IPA and the Oatmeal Stout as well. But once I reached the golem I knew this journey was more than worth it. I would drink this everyday while being fed the finest meats and cheeses by hand from the gorgeous harem I have obtained in Valhalla. Indeed, this brew has ascended to the Parthenon of incredible that is my life. A fine brew indeed, three cheers.
Review Source:Yes, Asheville is "Beer City" but some of the breweries are just ok. The Wedge is fab! This has been our go-to Asheville brewery for years. The beer is exceptional and the environment is great! Whether to want to sit at the bar alone, have a bevvy with your significant other at a quiet table or bring the whole gang to hang out, this is the place. The River Arts district is awesome and The Wedge should be on your Asheville must-try list.
Review Source:Wedge is literally my favorite microbrewery in the country. When you are here, it feels like a mix of being in a junkyard, a mountain jamboree, and the movie "Bull Durham". Amazing craft beer, and some, lets say interesting, places along the river to set up for an IPA session. The wedge is part industrial, part contemporary art, part Jack White. A must.
Review Source:We went there for the first time in 2010. Â It's a great place for super draft beer. Â They have less hoppy and more malty. Â I typically request mixed drafts and they easily comply. Â I don't go there in cold weather. I like kicking back outside with peanuts, our pooch and great brew. Â It's a super and very accommodating dive. Â Yes, there may be lines and the place is small but it's worth the small wait (you can only get beer), so it's not a problem for me.
Their beers tend to be sweeter than other microbreweries in town (accurate comparison - Craggies (hoppy and bitter) and The Lab (whose only beer is sweet enough for me is their winter chocolate stout ... even their only porter lends itself to being remotely sweet and I just haven't been to other breweries). Â So, for my tastes, the Wedge is the best and it may not work for you. Â
Since bottled beers and canned beers go through high-temp pasteurization and kill the flavor, I've stopped drinking them. Â There's just one bottled German beer I buy in the winter now that I'm in Asheville. Â
I don't go there for the food (there isn't any) but you can buy it and bring it there. Â It's a microbrewery, NOT a restaurant. Â One person nailed them on not having food. Â
I grew up getting a can of beer in my Christmas stocking - probably before many of you folks were born. Â This doesn't make me an expert. Â It just means that at this point in time, I know what I like. Â (My partner, who prefers hoppy beers and ales, deals with my enjoyment of this place. Â She likes other beers better.)
Best porter I've EVER had, $4 a glass or $12 a pitcher, and the Third Rail IPA was also delightful. Â Totally hip, casual atmosphere down in River Arts district, one of the best microbreweries I've visited (in terms of taste). Â Friendly staff, food trucks in the lot out front serve late night snacks tinged with kimchi & other interesting goodies. Â Cornhole stations and outdoor seating & lighting make for a fun little atmosphere!
Review Source:I think this was my favorite brewery that we visited while in Asheville. Â It's a little different than your typical brewery. Â More than anything about the setup of this place the beer speaks leaps and bounds. Â The tastiest brews I had of any of the half dozen or so breweries we visited. Â Looking forward to going back to Asheville and visiting the rest of the breweries that we didn't get a chance to see last time and re-visiting some that we really enjoyed the first time around!
Review Source:So Saturday was my 2nd visit to the Wedge. Â The first time, I never made it into the brewery. Â Too much going on that I was called away before they even opened. Â This time around I was able to experience this brewery.
This is a strange place and in it probably fits Asheville just fine but I just found my experience here to be odd. Â
First off, the tasting room is tiny. Â There's seating for maybe 20 in here and the rest is standing room only in a very small room. Â There is plenty of seating outside in 3 different seating areas. Â
Like most breweries, the beer list and prices are on a chalkboard on the wall. Â The best thing to do is go up in front of the taps and order. Â There are samplers available even though it is not listed on the board.
They serve beers of many different styles here. Â The ones that stood out to me are the Altbier, the Abbey Ale and the IPA. Â The other beers were good but just not something I would normally drink but definitely worth tasting in the sampler.
What I am used to in local breweries are the staff taking time to talk to the people sitting at the bar. Â That wasn't the case here. Â I was given a menu to describe the beers rather than the staff taking time to describe each beer to me. Â That turned me off a little. Â Another thing is that the IPA isn't even served in the taproom. Â It's down the patio to another door to a back room. Â
Most seating is outside here so I wonder how much business this place does when it gets cold outside. Â Like many breweries, there is also a food truck available.
So to summarize my rating:
Beer selection and taste: Â 4
Layout / Atmosphere: Â 2.5
Staff: Â 2.5
Average: Â 3
I liked it for people watching, but more so for dog watching. Some cool breeds, and some cool tricks. Food truck supplied pizzas which were pretty good. Beer is a craft beer - ok for one or two, but I prefer Belgian and German to the current rush of craft beers.
Staff is friendly, but I wasn't crazy about having to go stand in line for beer, but that's me.
I would rate it as a place to meet up with your friends and then go somewhere for food and to hang out.
I fully realize some of this is bad luck, but I didn't have the best experience here.
First of all, the key issues:
1. There is no food.
2. There is no AC.
3. It's really hot in Asheville in the summer.
They are dog friendly, which is nice. There's lots of outdoor seating, so you can grab a seat and have a nice time out there. It's hot as hell, though.
The beer is OK. Not all that great (and not worth all the praise it received from several people around town), but not bad. The biggest problem I had is that there were only 4 beers on tap. I REALLY expect more from a place that is only brewery. They were out of most of their beer, which was damn near criminal to me.
At a different time of year, I might like it better. But at this particular time (Labor Day weekend), it wasn't at all impressive.
Wedge is exactly what you expect when you merge a brewery with artists. I love the industrial art and decor- bar stools made from metal gears and pieces on the long front porch, the chain link fence covered in metal art, the little truck with curtains painted on it to project movies... So fun! The brewery is connected to a bunch of other studios in the river arts district, so it makes for a nice outing. I'm not a beer drinker but my husband and his friends enjoyed the beer while I enjoyed the ambiance.
Review Source:Happy to have visited this local haunt in Asheville yesterday. Â I'm not a fan of beer but this was a sublime experience. Â Super artsy place with a great vibe...outside seating while people play games, drink beer, converse and enjoy life. Â
The establishment is big and appears to have used recycled materials as much as possible. Â Great samples of beer are offered and the service was fast but polite. Â Pricing is great and you can get glasses, pitchers or in some cases a jug o' beer.
We went with our friends who live in Asheville and we met a great pair of locals who were so interesting. Â Not only did I have my first beer in many years but we also enjoyed some Korean BBQ from a food truck on site. Â Best friends, beer and bbq. Â It's on!
I wish I had come on a different day, and if I had I suspect my review would be much higher. Â There was a bike race going and so finding and accessing the brewery was very difficult. Â Once there, they had apparently gone to a limited beer offering with two beers available in the main room and their IPA at a counter outside. Â I believe it was to help alleviate crowds later on in the day.
The IPA was tasty and well-done. Â Good for a hot day. Â Not super hoppy. Â I also tried the wit which was pretty good.
Service was very friendly and the free peanuts are a nice touch. Â I think if I had come on a different day, Wedge would have been a highlight of my trip to Asheville.
I gotta admit, it took me a while to warm up to this place because I was initially turned off by the seating set up. I'm not much of an outdoors-y type, and I can't think of anything more unpleasant than a strangers dog rubbing up against me while I'm trying to relax with a beer. But really, the problem was that I had always been dragged there by people I wasn't really comfortable with, and always in the evening when I never brought a sweater, and I was just cold and grouchy. Really no fault of the Wedge.
NOW, I freakin' love the place. It is really close to my house and I adore trains, so it's kind of perfect (the tracks run alongside and trains are moving back and forth there a lot as they are being built in the west yard). The beer will kick your ass if you're used to light beers. The Iron Rail is a favorite, but all of their beers are strong, flavorful, and high on the alcohol content. Because of this, they are priced accordingly. Not that $3.50 - $6 is all that much to ask for for such a quality local beer, but I'm cheap and poor and this prevents me from partaking as much as I'd like. It's a good idea to go in on a pitcher with some people.
It's a really cool spot to hang with big groups of friends or have a meet-up, and someone inevitably has an instrument that they will play. You can also play the local favorite sport, Corn Hole, and get food at the food truck parked there. There is an unlimited supply of free unsalted and shelled peanuts that are good for nervous hands, and nice clean unisex bathrooms (although small, I've never had to wait very long).
Staff is friendly and they do a good job of picking up outside so it doesn't look trashy, which is impressive since it's in a trashy looking area of Asheville.
It's admittedly not for everyone, but if you can get over some of the more quirky things and the occasional moments of very loud noise, it's really delightful and welcoming.
I've been avoiding Wedge because I'm not a big fan of hipster bars but our friends really wanted to go so we decided to give it a try. I'm so glad we did! Surprisingly, not many hipsters at all...mostly just mountain men which is fine by me!
The beer was amazing. I had the pilsner, Abbey, and Golum. It's also a cool looking place built into the bottom of what looks like an old warehouse. It's adjacent to the railroad track which creates a neat ambiance when the train rolls by. A food truck was also parked there and it smelled delicious. I'm not sure if it's the same food truck all the time or if they switch it up. I hope they switch it up because that would be awesome.
Oh and there was totally a pot bellied pig running around. I mean, how cool is that?
We may not be back during the winter months because it was a little too packed for my liking but will definitely return when it warms up. So far, this has been my favorite micro brewery!
There are a lot of reasons I want to live in Asheville, not least of which is the Wedge. The Wedge brews seriously FANTASTIC beers, and your only responsibility is to sip 'em while snackin' on (free!!!) peanuts and maybe playing some cornhole.
This is hands down one of the best drinking establishments I've ever been to. Top five, for sure.
I tried the Iron Rail IPA, the Russian Imperial Stout, and the Community Porter. The Iron Rail IPA was delicious, with a great hop flavor and a nice brightness to it. The Community Porter, brewed with maple and carob, was really great.
The Russian Imperial Stout was absolutely stunning. It's on a nitro pour, so it's super smooth, with a nice creamy head. It was seriously beautiful. It had a nice raspberry flavor--usually I can't get down with stouts/porters brewed with raspberry, but this one was awesome. My only complaint is that it was just a touch light, body-wise. The flavor upfront was so amazing, but it didn't back it up with a full (can't believe I'm about to use this word on Yelp someone shoot me oh my god) mouthfeel.
The River Arts District is the jam. I came down here several years ago and it was much smaller than what it is now. It's so pleasant to sit out in the sun sipping amazing beers. I made friends with lots of cute doggies, which is always a bonus. (Also made a few human pals playing cornhole. That's nice, too.) If (when?!) I live in Asheville, I will be here on the reg. I love you, Wedge!
I'm not a big beer person, but this place is A-OK. I get Asian flush, which for me causes hot, red patches on my skin, a throbbing head, a pounding heart and dizziness if I drink too much. SO, I asked the lady at the beer counter what their lightest beer is (they only serve water and beer, no kidding). She gave me a sample of their Witbeer. Good enough. The Witbeer has a light flavor and no bitterness. This was a big deal for me, because bitterness is one of the reasons why I can't stand beer. This one went down easy, and although I only drank 40-some % of it, it wasn't because it was bad.
I sampled my friend's Iron Rail IPA. My liver would never tolerate this one, but it was unique. As it passed over my tongue, it revealed extra layers of flavor then hit me with a punch. I've never had such a complex beer; then again I don't have much experience with beers.
Decent hangout. I'm glad I wasn't there for live music night. Nothing's more annoying than trying to talk over someone's banjo.
Really nice spot to enjoy some finely crafted beer. Â I've only been on nice, warm, sunny days and enjoyed sitting outside savoring my pint of Iron Rail IPA. Â There doesn't seem to be a lot of room inside, so I'd be interested to see how crowded it gets should the weather be less than desirable for outdoor seating.
If you're searching for that next great pint, stop by Wedge Brewing Co. Â I'll be back to refill my growler!
Wedge appears to be all the rave in the "Yelp Nightlife", so I thought I would pay a visit while passing through Asheville. I drove right past it, as it is set behind a set of stairs in a really discreet warehouse area.
If you can find this brewing establishment, it is definitely a sort of local dive that only the most skilled in beer may find. It is a bit different than those large scale microbreweries (oxymoron?) in terms of atmosphere and culture.
Free peanuts with your beer? Nice. There is plenty of seating, and although I do not particularly enjoy hipster/artsy stuff, I like that this brewery is located right smack dab in between a whole arts district.
They had 6 beers on tap, so it was nice that they were offering numerous choices. My "Derailed" Hemp Ale apparently had 150 lb. of hempseeds in the batch, so it had a nice earthy flavor, but it was also light and nutty. Great body. The orange in the Witbier was a nice touch. Kind of like Blue Moon.
Check out Wedge in Asheville. I am sure if you like beer, Wedge is already on your radar, but I highly recommend it to anyone passing through or wanting to take a booze tour.
I checked out Wedge when I was visiting Asheville last week for the first time. I'd heard a great deal about Asheville's breweries, and I'd have to say this was my favorite. You have to drive a few miles out of the main downtown to get there, but it's definitely worth it. It's in a rather run-down railroad district, near the River Arts area. The brewery is *not* a brewpub--the only cuisine you'll be getting here is giant plastic bowls of peanuts (along with red rubber buckets for tossing the shells in). However, when we were there, there was a van pulled up in the parking are that sold empanadas, tamales, and crepes. I didn't sample them, but they did look good.
The building is massive and wedge-shaped (hence the name). There's a large gravel parking area, so parking is not a problem. Also, there's scads of outdoor seating, so this place is perfect on a warm or mild evening. The indoor seating is quite limited, so I wouldn't recommend it in the colder months. The ambiance is decidedly hipster--dogs run freely around the outdoor patio, many a dreadlock is to be seen, and the outdoor area is decorated with fanciful metalwork. It's got a very mellow, locals-friendly vibe, and I found it a really lovely place to sit and enjoy a pint or two with my boyfriend.
Now, the important part: the beer. I had the Golem (a golden Belgian), and my boyfriend had the IPA. Both were completely delicious. High quality, extremely cheap ($3 pints, I believe). We also tried the imperial stout, which was surprisingly jammy and unexpected. I didn't love it, but I prefer my stouts to be oatmeal-y. They also were happy to let us taste whatever we wanted. If I'm recalling correctly, they had about seven beers on tap, and almost all of them looked really interesting. I am really looking forward to going back there again someday soon, and this time, with a growler in tow.
Definitely a great spot in Asheville! Â I had dinner at The Admiral last week and was able to sample a Wedge brew with my meal. Â Luckily the next day I was able to investigate a little more at their brewery. Â It's nestled down in the River Arts District and while it's not spacious inside there are some great lounging areas outside to hang. Â Keeping with the area, there are a lot of great metal sculptures creating fencing, chairs, & barstools and a lot of decorative painting creating a nice atmosphere. Â Inside there is a small bar and some stools spread around and some art lining the walls (most of which was for sale). Â Also you have to love the peanuts they shell out (har-har)...
The main focus here is the beer, however. Â They serve pints, growlers, and kegs (I believe). Â You can also get a flight to test the waters if you're not down with sampling a pint of each. Â These guys are really making some great beer. Â I had heard great things from friends upon their visits to Asheville and was not disappointed. Â I was hoping to make it back before I left town but unfortunately I got caught-up sampling all the other amazing brews in Beer City USA.
Definitely make this a stop when visiting Asheville. Â If you're a beer and/or art lover you won't be disappointed.
I made my second trip to Wedge Brewing Company last night. Wedge Brewing Company is a not a large operation and makes excellent beer from light to dark. I absolutely love this place!
It is located in the River Arts District at the bottom of a Warehouse that has been converted into an artist community. It is also located next to the railroad, so you can watch trains as you sip your beer.
Their beer is brewed and sold inside. The seating area is outdoors and is divided into a couple of areas. There is a covered porch in front of the building, an open patio with tables and benches, and then in the field in front of the building there are a few tables spread around.
I sat on the patio which is hard to describe. It has a metal sculpture wall at the front of it and has a  very industrial  feel. There was a band playing last night, but unfortunately they were performing their last song when I arrived. Wedge is dog friendly and quite a few were hanging out.
I had their Pilsner and my friend had the Porter. I have also had their Wit beer and Golem (upstairs at Barley's). Their craft beer is excellent and the brewery has the feel of a neighborhood hangout. Â
Highly recommended!
Great small brewery in an artsy part of town. I had a pint of the Payne's Pale Ale, which was quite refreshing after a long muddy day of riding around Pisgah National Forest.
There's a large patio out back, facing some railroad tracks where you can sit, relax, and munch on peanuts in the shell. They don't serve any food.
I caution writing a review here only because I don't want this place to get one too many people's radar. Â It's a place for locals and especially local artists. Â
The beer is fantastic, the bartenders are fun and interesting. Â There's just something great about sipping a cold beer that comes straight into your glass from the brew masters tanks. Â
They have a changing selection and the standards and I've never had a beer I didn't like. Â Love, love, love, love, love it!
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