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Pilot Brewing

Pilot Brewing Company is a nano-brewery in Plaza Midwood specializing in small batch experimental beer. Tucked in the back of a building off Central Avenue, this hidden gem creates innovative beers using classic and modern brewing techniques. Every brewer is also a 'pilot,' experimenting with unique recipes and pushing boundaries. The brewery features a cozy taproom with board games, a rotating tap list, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio. Pilot is deeply involved in the community, hosting monthly neighborhood cleanups and offering teacher discounts.

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1331 Central Avenue, Charlotte
Fresh Beer Friday: Oktoberfest
Fri, Sep 4, 2026
Amenities: Patio, Dog-friendly, Food trucks, Outside food welcome, Games, Parking lot, N/A options

On Tap Now (21)

Juicy IPA

Non-Alcoholic - IPA
0.5%
ABV
9%
ABV
23
IBU

Cafe Latte Stout - Giddy Goat Costa Rica Lite

Stout - Milk / Sweet
5.5%
ABV
33
IBU
Wheat Beer - Fruited
5%
ABV

Pilot Light

Lager - American
5.2%
ABV
12
IBU

Puck Off Pilsner

Pilsner - Other
5.5%
ABV
32
IBU

Super Stoked Golden

Non-Alcoholic - Blonde
0.5%
ABV

Turboprop Porter

Porter - American
6%
ABV
30
IBU
6.3%
ABV
24
IBU
Sour - Traditional Gose
4.3%
ABV
7
IBU
IPA - American
6%
ABV
70
IBU

Kölsch Me If You Can

Kölsch
5%
ABV
26
IBU

Pub Ale

Pale Ale - English
5.6%
ABV
38
IBU
Lager - Tmavé (Czech Dark)
4.7%
ABV
22
IBU
Cider - Other Fruit
6.8%
ABV
Non-Alcoholic - Pale Ale
0.5%
ABV
18
IBU
Cider - Traditional
6.2%
ABV
Belgian Blonde
6.3%
ABV
27
IBU

Sunrise Blood Orange Cider

Cider - Other Fruit
5%
ABV
Hard Seltzer
5%
ABV
Hard Seltzer
5%
ABV

Upcoming Events (11)

Fresh Beer Friday: Oktoberfest

📅 Fri, Sep 4, 2026

Fresh Beer Friday release: Oktoberfest.

Pilot Provisions: Chocolate Making

📅 Fri, Sep 4, 2026

Chocolate-making workshop at Pilot Brewing.

Fresh Beer Friday: Cafe Latte Stout

📅 Fri, Sep 11, 2026

Fresh Beer Friday release: Cafe Latte Stout.

Pilot Provisions: Pasta Making

📅 Fri, Sep 11, 2026

Pasta-making workshop at Pilot Brewing.

Singles Trivia Night (Ages 30-45)

📅 Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Trivia

Singles trivia night for ages 30-45.

Traitors: New Blood Premiere Watch Party

📅 Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Watch party for Traitors: New Blood premiere.

Fresh Beer Friday: Biscoff Brown Ale

📅 Fri, Sep 18, 2026

Fresh Beer Friday release: Biscoff Brown Ale.

Flight Night: Beer & Cheese Pairing

📅 Fri, Sep 18, 2026

Beer & cheese flight pairing night.

Pilot Provisions: Homemade Pesto Cavatelli

📅 Fri, Sep 18, 2026

Pesto cavatelli-making workshop at Pilot Brewing.

Free Elote Day!

📅 Sat, Sep 19, 2026

Free elote day at Pilot Brewing.

Singles Happy Hour (Ages 40-55)

📅 Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Happy Hour

Singles happy hour for ages 40-55.

Recurring Specials

No recurring specials for this location.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pilot Brewing?

Pilot Brewing is located at 1331 Central Avenue, Plaza Midwood, Charlotte, NC.

What beers does Pilot Brewing have on tap?

Pilot Brewing currently has 21 beers on tap including Non Alcoholic, Cider, Belgian.

Does Pilot Brewing have trivia?

Yes, Pilot Brewing hosts trivia on Sat, Sep 12, 2026.

Does Pilot Brewing have happy hour?

Yes, Pilot Brewing hosts happy hour on Sat, Sep 19, 2026.

What are Pilot Brewing's hours?

Pilot Brewing: Monday 2pm–9pm, Tuesday 2pm–9pm, Wednesday 2pm–9pm, Thursday 2pm–10pm, Friday 2pm–10pm, Saturday 11am–10pm, Sunday 11am–9pm.

What is Pilot Brewing known for?

Pilot Brewing Company is a nano-brewery in Plaza Midwood specializing in small batch experimental beer. Tucked in the back of a building off Central Avenue, this hidden gem creates innovative beers using classic and modern brewing techniques. Every brewer is also a 'pilot,' experimenting with unique recipes and pushing boundaries. The brewery features a cozy taproom with board games, a rotating tap list, and a dog-friendly outdoor patio. Pilot is deeply involved in the community, hosting monthly neighborhood cleanups and offering teacher discounts.

Previously On Tap (19)

Hazy Skies Hefeweizen

Wheat Beer - Hefeweizen
5.8%
ABV

The Peaceful Protest of Sessionable Intentions

IPA - New England / Hazy
5%
ABV
37
IBU

Snowbird Yeast Experiment: Belgian Ale Yeast

IPA - Belgian
5.6%
ABV
48
IBU

Advanced IPA

IPA - American
7.4%
ABV

Flying Fonio

IPA - American
6%
ABV

Hot Cocoa Stout

Stout - Milk / Sweet
6.1%
ABV
37
IBU

Rare IPA: Pilot X Haas Collaboration

IPA - American
5.5%
ABV
65
IBU

Snowbird Yeast Experiment: High Pressure Lager Yeast

Lager - IPL (India Pale Lager)
5.5%
ABV
48
IBU

Sky Ride

IPA - American
6.8%
ABV

Santa's Gingerbread Stout

Stout - Other
6.1%
ABV
37
IBU

Ginger Snap Cookie Blonde Ale

Specialty Grain
5.4%
ABV
23
IBU

Snowbird Southeast IPA 2025

IPA - American
5.4%
ABV
48
IBU

Saffron Sky Witbier

Wheat Beer - Witbier
5.5%
ABV
17
IBU

Rachel's Cinnamon Roll Winter Warmer

Winter Warmer
6%
ABV

Raspberry Cheesecake Gose

Sour - Other Gose
4.1%
ABV

White Hart

IPA - English
5.7%
ABV

Zombie Snott

Sour - Other Gose
4.2%
ABV

Carrot Cake Stout

Stout - Other
6.2%
ABV

Pickle Me Spicy Gose

Sour - Fruited Gose
4.3%
ABV
7
IBU

Pilot Brewing is a craft brewery in Plaza Midwood (Charlotte, NC). As of August 31, 2026, we track 21 beers on tap and 19 previously poured. Recent styles include Non Alcoholic, Cider, Belgian.

Tap Lists Updated Regularly
Always call ahead to confirm beer availability before visiting. Last verified: 8/4/2026