Petty Thieves Brewing Co.

Description: Award winning Craft Brewery and Taproom in North End Charlotte situated between Avid Exchange Music Factory, Camp North End, and Optimist Hall. Kid and Dog- friendly. Offering Craft Beer, Cider, Seltzer, Sours, Wines, Kombucha, CBD seltzers, and Snacks. Food Truck schedule posted weekly on Instagram. Family- Friendly. Open- air patio with Skyline views. Pub- style taproom welcoming to all, with secret room- a blend of library, speakeasy, church, cigar lounge, and dive bar. A hidden gem hiding in plain sight.

Comments: This is my pick for the best brewery in Charlotte for reading. The whole aesthetic leans eclectic Victorian library, with dim lighting, antique sofas, couches, and lounge chairs. There’s even a bookcase with a hidden room behind it, which sometimes has a few pinball machines. I love the booth-style seats tucked behind the bar to the right when you first walk in. Super cozy nooks that are perfect for settling in with a book.

They don’t serve food, but there’s usually a food truck parked outside offering solid options. There's an intentional effort here to lean into a literature, bookish sort of vibe. The walls outside the restrooms are covered in pages from various influential books, including The Bible (which technically speaking, is 66 different books written by 40 authors over 1600 years), The Odyssey, The Aeneid, and many more.

They also regularly have events here, including reading clubs, open mics, live music, game nights, dog adoption pop ups, and more. It's truly a standout in terms of personality amidst the crowded Charlotte brewery scene.