Whistle Hop Brewing Company
Brewery
4.9 (768 on Google)
About Whistle Hop Brewing Company
Whistle Hop Brewing Company is a brewery on Charlotte Highway in Fairview, outside Asheville. Its website calls it a from-scratch, small-batch brewery in the mountains. The beer is brewed on site.
The grounds are a big part of the draw. The website describes a boxcar lounge with vintage railroad memorabilia, train cars, mini golf, a bier garden and large play areas. It says the venue was designed to be family and pet friendly.
Leashed dogs are always welcome, according to the site. Kids have room to roam, and the brewery keeps non-alcoholic drinks and water bowls on hand. Its website also says the beers have earned recognition in state and national competitions.
Rotating local food trucks visit, and outside snacks are welcome. More people have reviewed Whistle Hop on Google than any other brewery, taproom or beer shop in Fairview on this site.
From its own website and its Google listing, read October 24, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Are dogs allowed at Whistle Hop Brewing Company?
Yes. The website says leashed dogs are always welcome, and it mentions water bowls for them.
Can I bring kids?
Yes. The website describes a playground for the whole family and says the venue was designed to be family friendly. It also mentions non-alcoholic drinks.
Is there food?
The website lists rotating local food trucks on its events page. It also says outside snacks are welcome as long as you clean up afterwards.
Can I reserve a table or book a party?
The website says it cannot host private events or accept reservations. Tables are first come, first served, and it welcomes family reunions and kids birthday parties on that basis.
Which breweries are close by?
Turgua Brewing is 0.8 miles away. Highland Brewing Company and The Meadow At Highland Brewing are both 5.6 miles away, and Sweeten Creek Brewing is 6 miles away.
Answers come from its website and its Google listing, read October 24, 2026.
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Before you visit Whistle Hop
Check whistlehop.com before you go. The On Tap page shows what is pouring, and the Events page lists the food trucks. The tap list changes often, so follow the brewery on Instagram or Facebook for new small batches.
Plan to stay a while. Tables are first come, first served, and the site says reservations are not taken. Bring the dog on a leash and the kids too.
Turgua Brewing is 0.8 miles away, which makes an easy second stop in Fairview. Highland Brewing Company and The Meadow At Highland Brewing are both 5.6 miles away in Asheville.