Brewery Profile

Fainting Goat Brewing Company

In Fuquay-Varina’s craft beer scene, Fainting Goat Brewing Company offers a taproom built around small-batch beer and face-to-face conversation. Established in 2014, the veteran-owned brewery grew from a home-brewing background before expanding with the addition of a business partner. Visitors should expect a setting where the beer list is central, but the room is not designed around staying online: the brewery maintains a no-Wi-Fi policy in its taprooms to encourage people to talk with one another rather than settle into screens.

Travelers exploring breweries in this part of North Carolina often look for local character, rotating drafts, and a reason to linger beyond simply ordering a pint. Fainting Goat fits that pattern through a mix of flagship beers, seasonal offerings, and limited-release options, rather than presenting itself as a one-style stop. Because the brewery works in small batches, the most useful approach is to arrive with some flexibility and ask what is currently pouring. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s lineup and learn which beers are regulars, which are seasonal, and which may be available only for a short time.

For practical planning, the Fuquay-Varina facility is one of two Fainting Goat Brewing Company locations in North Carolina. Both taprooms have dog-friendly patios, and the outdoor areas include fire pits, giving visitors a choice between indoor seating and an outside spot when weather allows. Other details, such as the current beer list, hours, events, or any food options, should be verified directly with the brewery before visiting, since those specifics are not fixed here. The clearest expectation is a neighborhood-style taproom with handcrafted beer, outdoor seating, and an intentional break from Wi-Fi-driven distractions.

The Fainting Goat Brewing Company maintains a policy of excluding Wi-Fi from its taprooms, encouraging personal interaction among patrons. Established in 2014, the brewery operates two locations in North Carolina, including its facility in Fuquay-Varina. This veteran-owned operation specializes in small-batch, handcrafted beers, supplementing its flagship and seasonal offerings with limited-release options. The production process originated from a home-brewing background before scaling up with the addition of a business partner. Both taprooms feature dog-friendly patios equipped with outdoor fire pits, providing seating options outside the main indoor area.

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330 S Main St, Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, 27526-2225

Phone: (919) 346-7915

Website: https://www.faintinggoatbeer.com/

Hours: Fuquay-Varina Hours: Mon-Tues: Closed Wed: 4:30-9:30 PM Thurs: 4:30-10:00 PM Fri: 2:00-10:00 PM Sat: 1:00-10:30 PM Sun: 1:00-7:00 PM Benson Hours: Mon-Wed: Closed Thurs: 4:30-10:00 PM Fri: 4:30-10:00 PM Sat: 1:00-10:00 PM Sun: Closed

Popular Beers

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Beer Styles at Fainting Goat Brewing Company

Fainting Goat Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Pale Ale - American, IPA - Imperial, Wheat Beer - Hefeweizen, Wheat Beer - Other, Lager - Other, Lager - American Light, IPA - New England, Pilsner - Other, Brown Ale - English, Belgian Tripel, and Wheat Beer - Witbier. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Fainting Goat Brewing Company located?
Fainting Goat Brewing Company is located at 330 S Main St, Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, 27526-2225. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Fainting Goat Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: Fuquay-Varina Hours: Mon-Tues: Closed Wed: 4:30-9:30 PM Thurs: 4:30-10:00 PM Fri: 2:00-10:00 PM Sat: 1:00-10:30 PM Sun: 1:00-7:00 PM Benson Hours: Mon-Wed: Closed Thurs: 4:30-10:00 PM Fri: 4:30-10:00 PM Sat: 1:00-10:00 PM Sun: Closed. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Fainting Goat Brewing Company?
Visit https://www.faintinggoatbeer.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.