The Nook Homebrew & Tavern

Super cute little spot in super cute little Morganton! Tucked just around the corner from Fonta Flora, the Nook is a cozy, hole-in-the-wall that I could easily spend hours at. On one side, you have a pour-your-own-beer bar and on the other a home brew supply shop. During this particular visit, while we poked our heads into the shop, we were there to drink beer! We checked in at the counter and got a quick orientation to their technology. Then, we were turned loose to pour our own beer, settle in to the comfy couches, and play a few card games. The bar area is crazy comfortable. Handsome design, darkly lit, lots of communal games to be played and great seating options. The guy working that night (I think he was the owner) was crazy friendly and helpful without being overbearing. The only reason The Nook doesn't get 5-stars from me (yet) is the beer selection and the plastic cups. Call me a snob, but I just really think plastic cups ruin beer. I need glass! Of the 6 taps/choices on the evening we visited, there was only 1 beer I was really excited about. Other than those couple of minor gripes, we loved the Nook and will most certainly be back!

This place is pretty awesome. I really had a great time here, the atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. It's a really tiny place, but there are tables and couches for seating. The bartender was super friendly and talkative, which I love. He gave us some good restaurant recommendations. You get a card from the bartender who's right near the front door. And you go to the taps yourself and swipe the cards to activate them, then pour to your heart's desire. You are then charged later when you are finished and are ready to leave. Cool idea! Fun spot.

Never open consistently. Anytime my friends and I come here, it opens at a different time. The couple times it has been open it's dirty to say the least and very unorganized. I tried getting a drink from the bartender, a heavy set guy, who was friendly but too interested in talking to hia friend than serve us. I won't be back.

My favorite local hangout with an ever-changing selection of great craft brews on tap.

Cozy speakeasy vibe with a pour yourself beer selection! Comfortable seating and wide assortment of beer,wine,cider and seltzer!