Brewery Profile

Three Notch'd Brewery, Distillery & Craft Kitchen - Nelson County

In Nellysford’s craft beverage scene, this Three Notch’d outpost functions as more than a standard taproom. Visitors walk into a combined brewery, distillery, and craft kitchen, with beer, cocktails, and food sharing equal space in the experience. The beer program is built around a seasonal rotation of taps, so the lineup may change from visit to visit rather than centering on a single fixed list. The kitchen is a major part of the draw, with beer-infused dishes designed to pair with what is pouring. A full bar broadens the options for groups that may include beer drinkers, cocktail drinkers, and diners who are mainly stopping for a meal.

Travelers along this part of Virginia often build outings around the Nelson 151 Craft Beverage Trail, and this stop fits that pattern by combining several reasons to pause in one place. The setting off historic highway 151 makes it part of a route where visitors may be sampling local beer, spirits, and food over the course of a day. Rather than offering only tasting-room service, the Nellysford location supports a longer visit with a menu that ranges from southern classics to more modern options. Its use of locally sourced ingredients connects the food program to the region without requiring guests to know the beer list in advance. For people comparing stops on the trail, the added distillery and cocktail side gives the visit a wider focus than beer alone.

Practical planning is straightforward. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, since the beer selection rotates seasonally. Visitors looking for food will find a craft kitchen with options beyond a basic bar menu, including dedicated choices for children and for guests seeking gluten-free or vegetarian selections. The venue also offers a full bar and cocktail menu, which can be useful for mixed groups. Outdoor seating is available on the patio, and leashed animals are allowed there. As with any craft beverage stop, guests should check current hours, menu availability, and any special service details directly with the brewery before making the trip.

The Three Notch'd location in Nellysford, Virginia, operates as a combined brewery, distillery, and craft kitchen facility. This establishment focuses on a robust culinary program, utilizing locally-sourced ingredients and specializing in beer-infused dishes designed to complement the seasonal rotation of taps. The venue offers a full bar alongside its craft beer selection, featuring a cocktail menu and fare ranging from southern classics to modern options, including dedicated menus for children and those requiring gluten-free or vegetarian choices. Situated off historic highway 151, the site is recognized as a member of the Nelson 151 Craft Beverage Trail. Outdoor seating is available on the patio, accommodating leashed animals.

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2461 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 22958, USA, Nellysford, Virginia, 22958

Phone: 434.226.0020

Website: https://threenotchdbrewing.com/pages/151

Hours: Sun.-Thurs.: 11AM - 8:30pm Fri. - SAT.: 11am-9:30pm