Cabarrus Brewing Company
Gibson Mill, Concord
Bar in Concord, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Cabarrus Brewing Company is a sensible Concord pick for a casual, beer-led outing rather than a cocktail-focused night. It works better for groups and repeat local plans than for a polished date or food-driven booking. Cross-shop High Branch Brewing Co. for another brewery stop, Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar for a fuller bar-and-restaurant plan, The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. for wine.
About Cabarrus Brewing Company
Cabarrus Brewing Company is a Concord venue with a casual dress code and daily hours. The schedule is 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday and Saturday, 11 AM–8 PM Sunday.
It is a practical Concord option to evaluate by schedule and dress code. Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar may be part of the same decision set, while The Basement Arcade Bar, High Branch Brewing Co. Afton Pub & Pizza, The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. are other names to consider depending on the kind of outing you want.
Pick it for a casual Concord plan
The safest read is simple: Cabarrus Brewing Company has a casual dress code and is open every day. If you are comparing options, use the hours first. Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar may be part of the same decision set, while The Basement Arcade Bar, High Branch Brewing Co. Afton Pub & Pizza, The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. are other names to consider depending on the kind of outing you want.
Cabarrus Brewing Company is easiest to place as a casual Concord stop with known operating hours.
Use the hours as the starting point
The most reliable planning detail is the schedule. It opens at 11 AM daily, closes at 9 PM Monday through Thursday, stays open until 10 PM Friday and Saturday, closes at 8 PM Sunday. That makes timing the visit direct.
Bottom line: choose Cabarrus Brewing Company when a casual Concord venue with clear daily hours fits the plan. Cross-shop other options such as The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc., Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar, High Branch Brewing Co. Afton Pub & Pizza, or The Basement Arcade Bar if the outing depends on a different setting or experience.
Planning details
- Location
- 329 McGill Ave NW, Concord, NC 28027
- Website
- cabarrusbrewing.com
- Phone
- +1 704 490 4487
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cabarrus Brewing Company sits in an industrial-leaning taproom that reads like a neighborhood fixture. Brick walls and high, working-brewery volumes shape the space’s character, and the acoustics favor the hum of conversation and clinking glass. Rather than a polished gastropub, the place feels grounded in its immediate context — a production-aware taproom designed around local identity and regulars who treat it like their own. Staff knowledge and a clear bar program keep the focus on what's in the glass, so the atmosphere lands as straightforward, community-centered, and distinctly industrial in its material and scale.
Best For
This is a place built for regulars and intentional visitors alike: after-work pours, group outings, and casual hangouts fit naturally here. Situated in Concord’s older commercial fabric and tied to a small cluster of neighborhood venues, Cabarrus performs as a local anchor rather than a destination in a dense bar district. It suits gatherings where people come to linger at the bar or settle into familiar seats, and it works well when you want a straightforward craft-beer experience that reflects the neighborhood more than the nearest big-city trend.
Ordering Tips
Approach the bar with questions rather than a rigid order — the description emphasizes staff who know 'what's in the glass' without relying on laminated cards. Ask for the on-site or taproom-only beers and for recommendations based on style or flavor rather than a menu shorthand. Because the format prioritizes the taproom experience, expect rotating taps and seasonal releases; ordering by style or citing examples the staff mention will yield the most satisfying pours. Visit with a group if you want to sample multiple beers on draft.
Venue details
Ambiance
Rustic industrial atmosphere in a historic mill with lively energy from live music and beer garden seating.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Beer Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Live Local Bands on Weekends
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
Vanilla Coffee Blonde
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- High Branch Brewing Co., Notable alternative
- The Basement Arcade Bar, Notable alternative
- Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar, Notable alternative
- Afton Pub & Pizza, Notable alternative
- The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc., Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Concord
Choose Cabarrus Brewing Company when the plan needs to be easy, casual, beer-led. High Branch Brewing Co. is the closest peer for a brewery-specific night, so that is the first comparison to make if the group is deciding between beer stops rather than broader bar formats.
For a livelier activity-driven night, The Basement Arcade Bar is the better fit because the entertainment is built into the visit. For a more meal-anchored evening, Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar or Afton Pub & Pizza gives the group a clearer food component.
If the priority is a quieter, wine-focused plan, The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. is the sharper choice. Cabarrus Brewing Company wins on casual flexibility; the others make more sense when the night needs a specific format: arcade, restaurant-bar, pizza pub, or wine room.
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Compare Cabarrus Brewing Company
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cabarrus Brewing Company | Concord | No published awards |
| High Branch Brewing Co. | Concord | No published awards |
| The Basement Arcade Bar | Concord | No published awards |
| Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar | Concord | No published awards |
| Afton Pub & Pizza | Concord | No published awards |
| The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc. | Concord | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cabarrus Brewing Company good for a date?
It can fit a casual date in Concord, since the dress code is casual. Plan around the casual dress code and hours rather than a specific date-night format.
What's the best time to go to Cabarrus Brewing Company?
The hours are 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday and Saturday, 11 AM–8 PM Sunday. Choose the day and time that best matches your plan.
Is Cabarrus Brewing Company open late?
It is open until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Monday through Thursday it closes at 9 PM, Sunday it closes at 8 PM.
Is the food good at Cabarrus Brewing Company?
If food is the main priority, compare it with other options such as Havana Carolina Restaurant & Bar or Afton Pub & Pizza before deciding.
