Fermental

I think this place is new, but definitely awesome. Definitely worth a stop when you’re in Wilmington. The selection is great for the area, but nothing compared to the Triangle area. What they do have is quality, and drinkable in the establishment (in addition to a little wine selection). They have a nice little game area outside, in addition to some park bench seating. Staff is really friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed my time here, and will happily come back.

Definitely a spot worth visiting if you’re in Wilmington. A house re-modeled as a store, Fermental offers a unique ambiance you won’t find anywhere else and is one you won’t soon forget. The selection is top-shelf for any beer aficionado. Can be a bit pricey if you have one of those overly-sophisticated palates, but the quality and variety more than make up for it. The staff is extremely knowledgeable in their stock and do a very good job at providing information and offering free samples without being pushy. Though I haven’t attended any of their weekly soirees, I’m looking forward to going to their live band shows out back that feature local bands and free wine and beer tasting. The only real drawback is its location. Market Street is extremely busy at times and the parking situation leaves much to be desired, but sometimes you have to take what you can get and make it work. Fermental makes it work. It is more than worth the traffic and potential parking headache to partake in their vast selection of exquisite beer. If you’re in Wilmington and love beer, Fermental is a MUST see. You won’t regret it.

Definetly was an occupied house at one time. Walk into the front door (screen door included) and it was like walking into my Grandma’s house. Front area is cash register, tasting bar with tap and a cooler full of mixed singles. Off to the right looks like a kitchen used for kegs, maybe hop and yeast storage as they had some hombrew equipment and LME. To the left is a big selection of bombers and shelf beer, and one cooler full of six and four packs. Next room was the same but more local or state beers. To the right of that was a hallway to the back door with some homebrew stuff. Then another room with looked to be, mostly or all wine. Overall a neat, very different beer store. Will go to again when in the area.