Robb M.
Yelp
There are a few strong breweries in the NOVA area, but this is hands-down my family's favorite. Not only is the variety of beer they make varied and (of the ones I've tried) delicious, but they offer alcoholic slushies, wine, and beers and ciders from other breweries so if you're looking for an adult beverage, you'll probably find something you like. They offer flights of either three or five beers (on the weekdays) if you can't make up your mind, so no need to commit! One of my favorite things is that they offer IPAs that aren't overwhelmingly bitter. Their selection also rotates, with new releases fairly regularly. Lately I've been digging the Wild Hunt strong ale and the Digital Dove, an IPA created by ChatGPT AI. I can enjoy the fruits of AI before it turns on us in a few years!
If you have little ones or aren't imbibing, they also have non-alcoholic slushies, soda, and juice boxes. They have a modest selection of food, from chips and salsa to sandwiches and charcuterie trays.
Speaking of food, there is a Sheetz next door, and Eugene's Sausage and Fries as well. You can also bring in your own food and drinks (no alcohol!), which is especially nice when bringing kids or when your budget is all going towards beer and you don't need to be wasting cash on eating out.
There is plenty of seating inside and loads more outside, including tables under shade in the sun and covers if it's raining. They have a selection of tabletop games and things like cornhole and giant Connect 4 if you need something to do, TVs with sports on inside if you want to ignore your family, and often offer events, from trivia and yoga to live music and shopping events with local artisans. If you aren't already, I highly recommend following on Facebook and/or Instagram so you can keep up with upcoming events.
Parking can be limited on busy days, but I've always found some (note the reserved parking in front of other businesses, and don't be a jerk). The bathrooms are immaculate and always stocked, and everything else has always been clean and in good repair when I've been.
They offer cigars stocked by Tobaccology and provide cutting and matches if you need, and plenty of ashtrays outside. The humidor is well-kept, and the prices are higher than you might find at a tobacco shop, but very reasonable for something sold at a third-party vendor. I enjoy the Aroma de Cubas, but my favorite is the custom blend by Tobaccology itself. If you enjoy cigars or don't mind them, it's great, but that is a heads-up that if you hate the smell or avoid smoke, and are planning on sitting outside, you might have to deal with some smoke and aromas. When I'm there with my kids, I don't smoke, but have never noticed the smoke to be overwhelming, and there is so much seating you can probably be away from it, but just be aware.
The only complaint I have - and it's minor - is that the music (non-live) can be a little loud. It's turned up enough to hear everywhere, which is cool, but if you're in the vicinity of the speakers, it can be a bit much.
This has gone from an ocaissional place to drop in on with the family to a place where I come to work (free wifi!) during the weekdays and where we always bring visitors. Can't recommend enough!
