Barracuda Taproom

My friends and I stopped here for a random drink. We had some time to use and stumbled upon this draft house. It was interesting because we found out that the name recently changed and there was a membership fee. I never knew that places like this existed in Hickory. We weren't charged for the membership fee since we were just passing through for a drink. The bartender was kind and made us feel at home. I live in the city so I've seen this concept many times before -- walk up, scan your bracelet and drink to your hearts desire. It was quite affordable! We didn't drink much but the tab came up to be about $20 for 3-light drinkers. I loved the local beers and variety! I look forward to coming back again in the near future.

I am excited by the concept: Help yourself and pay for what you pour. Yummy yummy choices make it fun to sample little shots of lots of flavors. Jalapeno Lager, German Chocolate Stout, or Strawberry Cider, where do you start! There are a few wine choices too if the beers and ciders don't do it for you.

Cool new place in Hickory. Came in on a Sunday afternoon and had a great laid-back time sampling a wide range of beers. There are many NC beers, and there's even a hard seltzer on tap from Oskar Blues. Four wines on tap as well. Very friendly service, board games, and lots of long tables for spreading out. Best part--"service dog" friendly. Hard to beat beer and puppies in one indoor location.

2nd time visiting this establishment. Fun concept, comfortable place to have a few different beers and relax. Very laid back and casual. They don't have food but they do have snakes (hotdogs, tacos, and the like depending on the night) or you can order and have it delivered or walk 100 feet to the nearby grocery store and bring it in. If you're in the area stop in and give it a go.