Welcome to
French Broad River Brewery & French Broad River Pizza!
Craft Beer and Fresh Pizza in Asheville’s Biltmore Village
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!
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!
Happy Earth Day🌎🌿🐠
One of the best ways to celebrate earth day is to crack open a cold one and enjoy some nature… then of course head over to the taproom for another cold one and @saylorbrothers Jam Grass Jam (starting now)✨
Here at French Broad River Brewery, we are committed to conservation and supporting our local ecosystem, especially with our French Broad River, which is one of the oldest rivers in the world, and runs through the heart of Asheville. It is not just a natural wonder but also a vital resource for the community, with rich history and ecological importance that make it a symbol of life and sustainability in our region.
The river is more than just inspo for our brewery name, and all of our beer mascots, the “critters” as we like to call them - who you see on all of our packaging, cans, and merch! It’s a crucial part of our identity. We recognize the need to preserve the river’s vitality and have always been committed to doing our part through sustainable brewing practices, community engagement, eco-friendly packaging, and partnerships with local conservation groups.
We encourage all of our guests and friends to do the same! If you’re interested in helping, please take a moment to check out and follow some of our River partners, @river.link @fbriverkeeper. These organizations have allowed us to support efforts by reducing pollution, restoring natural habitats, and promoting sustainable water management practices. They do wonderful things for the community and deserve lots of recognition this Earth Day🌍
Cheers to the river, the land, the critters, and all that make our planet so amazing🍻
This Friday & Saturday✨
🍻Friday | April 17 | 6-9PM
Founded in April of 2012 in Atlanta, GA by Jonathan Lloyd, now going strong in Asheville, NC! The group dives into many soulful sounds including Funk, Jazz, Soul, Reggae, Latin & Afrobeat! Featuring Jonathan Lloyd, Jamie Hendrickson, Matt Pike, Marcus White, and Vic Stafford
🍻Saturday | April 18 | 6-9PM
JOE MEDWICK & MONKEY BUTT MUSIC presents: FOR THE LOVE OF LEVON & LOWELL, the music of THE BAND & LITTLE FEAT and the songs they LOVED!
FOR THE LOVE OF LEVON AND LOWELL is a heartfelt and loving tribute to Joe’s friends LEVON HELM, GARTH HUDSON and all of the past and present members of the legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group THE BAND, as well as Joe’s past and present good pals in the seminal and equally legendary band, LITTLE FEAT. Medwick, whose career in the music business spans over 50 years of performing, booking, promoting, management, A&R, filming, selling and writing about music, has performed with LEVON HELM, GARTH HUDSON, DAVE EDMUNDS, RY COODER, ALBERT LEE, THE NEVILLE BROS, THE CHIEFTANS, THE MCGARRIGLE SISTERS, and many more, will be joined by his Asheville All-Star Band, with very special guests every show!
Both shows are free & open to all! Cheers to the weekend 🍻
Jerry’s Dead Tonight 6-9⚡️ Quick shoutout to these 4… they light up our taproom every Thursday with some of the absolute best Grateful Dead/JGB music you can find in Asheville. We wouldn’t be who we are without our Thursday nights and these guys are to thank for that! Big love to @jerrysdeadofficial 💜💛💚
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!
Jerry’s Dead last night was a good one 🌅🍻⚡️🍕
The music was great as always, the pizza & beer were hitting the spot, the sun was giving a beautiful golden hour glow, and the night was just filled with great vibes all around.
Join us every Thursday from 6-9 for @jerrysdeadofficial!
Trivia was packed last Tuesday! We’re back at it again tonight with @robertsavltrivia from 7-9! Bring your friends, family, dogs 🐶 Tonight, Robert is running a fundraiser for @ashevillehumane, so bring donations! Donations can be anything pet-related. Food, litter, cleaning supplies, pet bowls, toys, etc. Extra points for your team! Hope to see you all tonight!
Happy Monday yall!🍻
We’re kicking off a new chapter of our Monday shows with @hunterrootofficial on April 27th 🎉 Hunter Root is a singer-songwriter who blends folk, country, grunge, and acoustic rock with 60s surf and psychedelic rock influences. He was one of the first artists to play on our new stage last April when we reopened, so we’re very excited to welcome him back. Grab a free ticket through the link in our bio!
As we head into summer and our friend Alex goes on tour, we’re shifting into a new Monday rotation, featuring more local artists while continuing to host Bazemore & Friends every other week💚
We’re excited to bring in even more music to start our weeks off, while still honoring the amazing Monday tradition that Alex has built with this series💛
🗓️Schedule: Bazemore & Friends will continue throughout April, leading up to Hunter Root on April 27th. On May 4th, Bazemore will take the stage then the series will shift to every other week from then on. We’ll be sharing updates on some of the incredible artists taking the stage… one hint: we’re especially excited to bring in some amazing women artists.
Mondays should never be missed here in the taproom! See you all there🍻
We’ve got a strong opener on deck for the Keller & The Keels show on 8/29! Tanasi will be taking the stage with their Asheville-bred take on worldgrass!
This trio brings together seasoned players with deep roots in Appalachian music and a wider global influence, all tied together with tight harmonies and an easy-flowing sound. Be sure to get there early and catch the full set!
🎟️ Get your tickets through the link in bio.
