Long Way Brewing (Craft Beer & Brewery in Radford VA)

Long Way Brewing in Radford, Virginia, has taken an old church and turned it into a temple of well‑made ale. The conversion is done with enough reverence that you can still hear the echo of sermons when you order a pint, but the pews have been replaced by sturdy bar stools and a sleek tap‑room. Their beer lineup wears names drawn from local history, a subtle reminder that the past can be tasty without being pretentious.

The real charm, however, is the way the brewery stitches community into every pour. They work hand‑in‑hand with Radford Fairlawn Daily Bread, a charity that hands out meals to those in need, and they run a “Round Up for Downstairs” scheme that encourages patrons to add a little extra to the bill (the money goes straight to the cause). Live music crackles through the room most evenings, yoga mats are unfurled for “Yoga On Tap” sessions, and rotating food trucks keep the scent of fresh grub mingling with hops. The staff are quick to offer a snack and a friendly word to travelers, and the brews themselves are consistently high‑quality, never slipping in flavor or fizz. In short, Long Way Brewing delivers solid craftsmanship wrapped in genuine generosity—nothing flashy, just brilliantly executed.

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What visitors love

Reviewers praise Long Way Brewing for its unique atmosphere, with an old church setting and various events like live music, trivia nights, and food trucks. Staff are consistently friendly and accommodating, offering special gestures to visitors, especially those with families.

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