The RDU Buzz

By: Madeline Cook

South Line Brewing

We are all for a laid-back, family friendly atmosphere with good bites and great brews!  And if our dogs are welcome to join in the fun… even better!  With this in mind, we set out to find somewhere to spend a summer afternoon a couple weekends ago, and every expectation was met (and then exceeded) at South Line Brewing in Cary!

Located directly across from Vicious Fishes, South Line Brewing features unique beers and ciders inspired by the flavors of the season.  Visiting in Summertime means notes of sweet blueberry, tart peach, sour cherry and ripe raspberry, all crafted in-house in an inviting ambience.  Simply place your order at the long bar counter inside the facility, and (Summer heat-dependent) take your beverage to any nook of the spacious property featuring picnic tables, shaded conversation circles, bistro tables for two, and a grassy lawn for pups and kids to play, all under strands of shimmering twinkle lights which provide ample lighting when the moon comes out.

Something we never thought we’d hear a brewery boast about… the water!  Our bartender was quick to point out that - thanks to the high quality, extra filtered water required to make some of Cary’s best brews - South Line brewery has water stations placed conveniently around the venue for people and pets alike.   And he was right… the water didn’t disappoint, but neither did the IPAs!

When it comes to on-site bites, South Line Brewery partners with various food trucks throughout the week, with food typically available from 5PM-9PM on weekdays, and 12PM-8PM on weekends.   They do an excellent job of shaking things up every day in terms of vendors, and frequently have options spanning from burgers to tortas, pizza and hot dogs.  If you’ve seen our blog on Arepa Culture, you might be excited to hear that their food truck is also a regular at South Line Brewing!

With a focus on community remaining a top priority for South Line, don’t be surprised if you visit on Tuesdays to find that a run club meets at 6PM!  Or stop by on Thursday for live music starting at 5 PM.  Nothing beats grabbing a board game or deck of cards and sitting down with loved ones over a tasty meal and cold beverage.  Check out this super welcoming spot at 518 Old Apex Road in Cary.