Buffalo Mountain Brewery And McDaniel's Tavern (Craft Beer & Brewery in Floyd VA)

Buffalo Mountain Brewery & McDaniel’s Tavern sits in Floyd, Virginia, and it’s a place where the beer flows faster than the local gossip. With 57+ handcrafted styles on tap, the selection reads like a catalogue for a very discerning palate: hop‑laden IPAs, richly malted stouts, and everything in between, all brewed with ingredients sourced right from the brewer’s own pantry. (The founders, who once tried to brew a beer named after a mountain but settled on something more sensible, insist the “home‑brewed” label isn’t a marketing gimmick.)

The food menu is a study in comfort gone delicious—soft pretzels paired with a house‑made spicy mustard that could wake the dead, and the legendary loaded nachos served every Tuesday, a dish that makes you question whether you ever needed a salad. Evening entertainment ranges from soulful live music to a family‑friendly bingo hour from 6 pm to 8 pm, while the Pickin’ Porch invites anyone bold enough to grab a guitar and join the chorus.

Outside, a cozy patio offers a perfect perch for sipping a flight while the sun sets over the surrounding hills. Add a slab of pimento cheese and you’ve got a gathering spot that feels less like a tavern and more like a warm, well‑crafted hug from the community itself.

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Reviewers praised Buffalo Mountain Brewery & McDaniel's Tavern for its excellent beer selection, delicious food, cozy atmosphere, and friendly staff. Live entertainment, outdoor areas, and affordable options were also major highlights of their visits.

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