About Wrightsville Beach Brewery
Wrightsville Beach Brewery is a brewpub in Wilmington with roots in the local marshes. Owner and brewer Jud Watkins grew up oystering with his father and grandfather in the Wrightsville Beach and Masonboro marshes. That is where the three of them dreamed up a brewery and oyster house that would nod to Wilmington's coastal history.
The beer list includes Airlie Amber Ale, Puppy Drum Pale Ale, Cobia Kölsch, Piping Plover Pilsner and Waterway IPA. Seasonal pours include Oysterman Stout and Shark & Stormy, a blonde ale made with freshly shredded ginger root.
Google describes a hip, contemporary brewpub serving pizza and Southern fare with the beer. Chef Rodney Peterson trained at the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park and ran kitchens in New York and New Jersey.
Jud and co-owner Amber Watkins built the business to give back to the local community and teach guests about environmental preservation. Private events have two spaces, the Barrel Room and the Brew House. More people have reviewed Wrightsville Beach Brewery on Google than any other brewery, taproom or beer shop in Wilmington on this site.
From Wrightsville Beach Brewery's own website and its Google listing, read October 6, 2026.
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- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
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Questions people ask
What beers does Wrightsville Beach Brewery pour?
The list includes Airlie Amber Ale, Puppy Drum Pale Ale, Cobia Kölsch, Piping Plover Pilsner, Orange Krush Kölsch and Waterway IPA. Some, like Oysterman Stout and Pompano Porter, are seasonal, so check with the brewpub.
Can I book a private event?
Yes. The Barrel Room has its own entrance and holds up to 50 people, and the Brew House holds up to 15. Email Events Curator Katelyn Tayloe to book.
Does it serve food?
Yes. Google describes pizza and Southern fare, and the kitchen is led by Chef Rodney Peterson.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom and seating.
Which breweries are close by?
Mad Mole Brewing is 0.2 miles away. Lighthouse Beer & Wine in Wrightsville Beach is 1.6 miles away, The Brewer's Kettle is 2.7 miles away and Wilmington Brewing Company is 2.9 miles away.
Answers come from Wrightsville Beach Brewery's website and its Google listing, read October 6, 2026.
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Before you visit Wrightsville Beach Brewery
Ask which seasonal beers are pouring, since the brewery says to check with the brewpub for Oysterman Stout, Wilmywood Wit and others. Orange Krush Kölsch adds orange peel and hints of vanilla to the house Kölsch.
Check wbbeer.com for the menu, the beer list and private event details. Groups can reach the Events Curator through the events page.
Mad Mole Brewing is 0.2 miles away. Lighthouse Beer & Wine is 1.6 miles away in Wrightsville Beach.