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Brewery Bhavana - Downtown

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🥟 Dim Sum

Raleigh

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4.7
Stylish Chinese spot in Raleigh serving craft beer and dim sum, with a book and flower shop for a distinctive experience.

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Brewery Bhavana - Downtown

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Experience exceptional dim sum, craft beers, and a unique multi-concept venue with a bookstore and flower shop in downtown Raleigh.

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Brewery Bhavana melds a dim sum restaurant, craft brewery, flower shop, and bookstore into one seamless destination with a chic, airy interior. Guests enjoy expertly crafted dumplings, inventive beers, cocktails, and desserts in a lively yet refined setting, with attentive service and reservation options ensuring a smooth experience.

What to Expect:

    🥟 Exquisite dim sum including pork & chive shumai and crab rangoon
    🍺 Extensive craft beer and cocktail selections
    📚 Unique flower and bookstore spaces enhancing ambiance
    🥂 Exceptional service with recommended reservations

Important Information:

    – Price Range: $30–$50 per person
    – Address: 218 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601
    – Open daily with later hours on weekends
    – Wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, restrooms, and parking available
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📍 Local Insights

🍺 Craft Beer Variety: Visitors highlight the inventive beers like yuzu-lemongrass hazy IPAs and sesame-star anise stouts as perfect complements to the food.

🥟 Dim Sum Highlights: The pork & chive shumai, mooncakes, and crab rangoon are repeatedly recommended must-tries for first-timers.

📚 Multi-Concept Venue: The flower shop and curated library create a unique atmosphere that elevates the entire experience beyond dining.

⏰ Reservations Advised: Guests suggest booking ahead, especially for brunch, lunch, and dinner to avoid long waits and secure seating.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Thursday: 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM

Friday: 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM

Saturday: 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM

Sunday: 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM

👉 Best For

Dim sum lovers, craft beer enthusiasts, unique dining experiences, groups, family meals

Brewery Bhavana - Downtown

218 S Blount St
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27601

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Brewery Bhavana offers an exceptional dining experience praised for its fresh dumplings, diverse craft beer, and unique combination of a brewery, flower shop, and bookstore. The stylish venue and attentive staff receive consistent commendation. Some find it pricey and occasionally loud, but the ambiance and food quality justify the visit.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Dim Sum; Craft Beer; Cocktails; Small Plates; Pork & Chive Shumai; Crab Rangoon; Duck Egg Rolls; Mooncakes; Peking Duck; Pork Buns; Key Recommendation: Try the dim sum with craft beer pairing

📆 Best Times to Visit

Avoid peak dinner hours, especially Friday and Saturday evenings; reservations recommended for weekends and lunches to secure seating.
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