Brewery Profile

Jack Mason's Tavern and Brewery

In Clifton Forge, Jack Mason’s Tavern and Brewery gives visitors a brewery stop tied closely to the town’s railroad setting. The business operates a full-service restaurant and brewery in a building that once served as the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad Commissary, so the room carries a sense of local history without being only a museum piece. A visitor walking in should expect a European-style pub rather than a bare-bones tasting counter: food, house-brewed beer, wine, spirits, and non-beer options are all part of the experience. Its role in the local beer scene is practical and social, offering a place where residents and travelers can sit down for a meal, try the current taps, and stay for an event.

Travelers in the Alleghany Highlands often look for stops that fit naturally with outdoor time, small-town streets, and regional history. This tavern and brewery sits near the Jackson River and Mountain Gateway Community College, making it a convenient addition to a Clifton Forge visit without requiring a separate destination plan. The beer list includes flagship and seasonal offerings, and the brewery has received recognition for Loghopper Kolsch in 2022 and Brother Perkins Brown Ale in 2023. For mixed groups, the broader beverage list matters: gluten-free seltzer and house-made non-alcoholic craft sodas give options beyond beer, while the kitchen’s classic pub-style fare is designed to pair with the drinks rather than distract from them.

For planning, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, since the lineup rotates and seasonal beers may change. Visitors can also check the current schedule for community events such as trivia and bingo nights, which may affect the atmosphere and how long people tend to stay. The space includes a Game Room and a Family Room stocked with children’s books and games, useful details for groups traveling with kids or looking for a more casual hangout. Because the operation includes a restaurant, it can work as either a meal stop or a beer stop, depending on the timing of a trip through Clifton Forge and the surrounding Alleghany Highlands.

Jack Mason's Tavern and Brewery operates a full-service restaurant and brewery within a structure that previously served as the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad Commissary in Clifton Forge, Virginia. The facility is located in the Alleghany Highlands, near the Jackson River and Mountain Gateway Community College. The European-style pub features a menu of classic fare designed to complement its rotating selection of house-brewed beers, wines, and spirits. The brewery maintains a lineup of flagship and seasonal offerings, which also includes gluten-free seltzer and house-made non-alcoholic craft sodas. Notable recognition includes the 2022 award for Loghopper Kolsch and the 2023 award for Brother Perkins Brown Ale. The establishment hosts regular community events such as trivia and bingo nights, and the space includes dedicated areas like a Game Room and a Family Room stocked with children's books and games.

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400 E Ridgeway St, Clifton Forge, Virginia, 24422-1327

Phone: 540-862-5624

Website: http://www.jackmasonstavern.com

Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11am-9pm Friday – Saturday 11am-10pm