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Lost Barrel Brewing

At a Glance

  • Date of Visit: March 17, 2025

  • Official Score: 7.9

  • Favorite Beers: Irish Red Ale, Oatmeal Stout

  • Favorite Food: Tasting Board, Soft Pretzel

  • Honorable Mentions: Stratzacca Double IPA, Pulled Chicken Nachos

Lost Barrel Brewing

Overview

Lost Barrel Brewing is located at 36138 Little River Tpke, Middleburg, VA 20117 on a sprawling 70 acre horse propery and opened in 2020. With lots of indoor and outdoor space, there is plenty to do. With a full service kitchen run by Executive Chef Jose Marty and craft beers brewed on site by Head of Brewing Daniel Sickman, the food and drink offerings are unparalleled.

The main taproom is spacious yet cozy and features live music on the weekends and a huge porch area. Next to the taproom is The Saloon, perfect for hosting private events.

The property features a large lawn area, fire pits, and lots of outdoor space and is adjacent to The Salamander Resort where guests of the resort can take a short guided hike to Lost Barrel.

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Rating Factors

Arrival

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  • Easy to Locate just past downtown Middleburg. Don't go too fast or you'll miss it.

  • Lots of parking in the gravel lot right out front.

  • There is some uneven terrain. Some upstairs areas are not accessible.

  • Cozy and welcoming. Lot's of fun decorations well kept grounds.

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  • Easily accommodates families with large tables and outdoor space.

  • Better for older kids, but lots of space to run around outside and fire pits to make s'mores

  • Pets a are welcome anywhere outside. They have water bowels and heaters.

  • Great for hosting birthdays, celebrations, weddings, corporate events.

Atmosphere

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  • Well kept, well decorated, very clean. Has a cowboy theme. Welcoming inside and out.

  • No funky smells. The bathrooms are clean and well stocked. Table tops are not sticky.

  • Extremely friendly and knowledgable. Very attentive and quick to guests's needs.

  • It can get loud with live music on the weekends, but can still hold a conversation. Quiet outside.

Food and Drinks

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  • Order at the counter or with a QR at your table. Food and drinks come fast. 5-10 minutes

  • Great selection of beers brewed onsite. Cocktails, mocktails, and wine are also available.

  • Not your typical bar food. Menu is curated by an executive chef. Great selection of menu items.

  • 2 people can expect to spend around $100 with food and drinks, but the quality is well worth it.

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