VIRGINIA BEACH — Richmond-based Isley Brewing Company will open a second location in Virginia Beach’s ViBe Creative District at 315 Virginia Beach Blvd.
The 5,582-square-foot building was built in 1946. The new facility, which is scheduled to open in July, will include a brewery capable of producing 2,000 barrels of beer a year, a tasting room, live music and events.
The company will invest $825,000 in real estate, business property and machinery and tools. Additionally, 10 full-time jobs will be created, city officials said.
“We welcome Isley Brewing Company to the Virginia Beach craft beer community,” said Virginia Beach Economic Development Director Warren D. Harris. “The location in the ViBe Creative District will provide another reason to visit the assortment of businesses and endeavors in this thriving section of the city.”
Mike Isley, owner and president of Isley Brewing, had a choice of several markets before selecting Virginia Beach for his second location, but the potential to tap into 15.2 million visitors and the resort lifestyle had a strong appeal, according to the news release.
The Virginia Beach Development Authority has awarded a $30,000 Economic Development Investment Program grant to Isley Brewing based on the capital investment.
