French Broad River Brewery | Asheville's Craft Beer & Music Hub
Goldenrod Pilsner (Pilsner) Frog Horn IPA (India Pale Ale) Gateway Kölsch (Kölsch Style Ale) Wee Heavy-er Scotch Ale (Scotch Style Ale)

Welcome to
French Broad River Brewery & French Broad River Pizza!

Welcome to French Broad River Brewery, where craft beer and community come together. Located at the edge of Biltmore Village, our brewery has been serving Asheville’s finest craft beers since 2000. Whether you’re a fan of hoppy IPAs, rich porters, or crisp pilsners, we have something for every palate.

Enjoy Our Craft Beer Selection

Our taproom features a rotating selection of beers brewed on-site, each crafted with the finest ingredients and inspired by European brewing traditions. Popular brews include the Goldenrod Pilsner—a classic, refreshing beer with a crisp finish, and the River Mist Hazy IPA—packed with juicy citrus flavors and a smooth, aromatic finish.

Weekly Live Music & Events

French Broad River Brewery is more than just a place to enjoy a drink—it’s a community hub where great beer, live music, and good times come together. Just minutes from the Biltmore Estate & Downtown, our taproom is a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.

What Makes Us One of Asheville’s Favorite Breweries?

  • Award-Winning Local Beers
  • Delicious Pizza from French Broad River Pizza
  • Live Music & Trivia Nights
  • Family & Pet-Friendly Environment
  • Prime Location in Biltmore Village

Pizza & Pints: The Perfect Match

No brewery experience is complete without great food. That’s why we offer French Broad River Pizza, serving up hot, hand-tossed pizzas made to order. Whether you’re here for a quick slice or a full meal, our pizza perfectly complements our craft beers and the lively atmosphere of our taproom.

FRENCH BROAD RIVER PIZZA IS NOW OPEN! Check out the pizza website, menu, and order here!

On Sale Now! We’re super excited for this year’s Brew Ridge Jam on August 21st, featuring Leftover Salmon. These guys have been pushing bluegrass forward since day one and helped shape the modern jam scene, plus Empire Strikes Brass and Coyote Rodeo. Free beer festival sampling in the mix too 🍻 Grab tickets now!
Announcement: our parking lot is still closed today. Please plan to park in our front lot for Jerry’s Dead tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience!🎶🍻
One Month Away! ✨ Beats Antique takes over our outdoor stage May 29 + 30 for two nights under the open sky, bringing their blend of world rhythms, live drums, strings, and electronic production with a full-stage presence you really have to experience in person. We're super excited to announce that they’ll be joined on May 29 by Healyside Trio (Mike Healy of Papadosio, Isaac Hadden, Asher Hill) & Rohan Solo, and on May 30 by EarthCry (Anthony Thogmartin of Papadosio) & Auspicious Golden Fish (Jamie Hendrickson of The Fritz/ElectroLust & an all-star lineup).Outdoor concert season is right around the corner and we can’t wait! Grab your tickets and lock this one into your calendar.
PSA🚨 Our back parking lot (the one by the deck) will be closed this Monday-Wednesday due to some work that’s being done on the lot! The deck is not closed - the lot is just closed to cars! We appreciate your patience🍻 We’ll post an update if the project runs longer than planned.Now to the fun stuff… today is Sunday which means @chalwaroots is taking over the taproom from 3-6 for Reggae Sunday! It’s a beautiful sunny Sunday here in Asheville and Reggae Sunday is the perfect way to spend the day. Come by for a beer, some music, and some time with friends❤️💚💛
Tonight we’re excited to welcome back @donttellcomedy @modelfacecomedy for a special ticketed comedy show starting at 8pm.🚨The taproom will be closed to the public starting at 6:30PM🚨Get tickets through the link in our story! You never know who or what you’re going to see at a Don’t Tell Comedy Show! Cheers🍻
✨PSA: JAZZ BRUNCH IS BACK✨Kicking off Jazz Brunch in the taproom this past winter was so special! After a short break, we’re excited to welcome it back for the spring and summer starting May 2nd.If you haven’t experienced Jazz Brunch yet, here’s what you can expect: from the moment the music begins, the taproom fills with that perfect weekend energy… laid-back jazz, delicious brunch, great beer, and a room full of friends. It’s exactly the kind of atmosphere we hoped to create when this idea first came to life!We’re especially excited to continue working with our house Jazz band, “Four Peanuts”, whose smooth, soulful sound brings everything together. Their music pairs effortlessly with the relaxed brunch setting, turning an ordinary afternoon into something to remember! The all-new brunch menu is absolutely something to be excited about! French Broad River Pizza will be serving up a mix of breakfast and lunch favorites designed to pair perfectly with a chill afternoon in the taproom.This event is free and open to all ages + dogs! 11:30AM – 2:30 PM every Saturday!Thank you for supporting live music, local artists, and community gatherings here at the taproom! Cheers to all of the Jazz Brunches ahead!
Weather in the 80s in April…🙌👏🙂‍↕️🤌We’ve got one of our favorite spring/summer beers back on tap, our River’s Mist Hazy IPA! Perfect to pair with sunny weather, river days, patio hangs, and live music in the taproom☀️🍻 Come on by tonight for a pint!
Dropping in with a reminder that Steel Pulse hits our outdoor stage on July 28! If you know @steelpulseofficial, you know all about their deep roots sound and heavy rhythm section. This is going to be an absolutely awesome summer show ❤️☀️💚All ages are welcome. Grab your tickets now!
01
May
Fringe Revival

Friday - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost: No Cover
02
May
Jazz
Jazz Brunch

Saturday - 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Cost: No Cover
02
May
MARSH

Saturday - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost: No Cover