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The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers / Cabarrus Brewing Company / Towel City Tavern

The idea of a new craft brewery in Kannapolis was born in January of 2016 as the yet to open Cabarrus Brewing Company in Concord signed its first sponsorship agreement with the then Kannapolis Intimitadors organization. At that time a new sports and entertainment venue was being designed. Acknowledging the similarities between both minor league baseball and craft breweries being community focused efforts the concept took shape.

Community Partnership

As the re-development of Downtown Kannapolis came into greater focus and the excitement grew this desire to partner on the effort only intensified. Working through Covid and all the challenges during and post Covid that made things challenging for all development efforts, a constant focus on all the positive efforts to re-imagine Downtown Kannapolis and a continued commitment on the part of the now Kannapolis Cannonballers and the Cabarrus Brewing Company is what brought the Towel City Tavern to life for not only Kannapolis but the entire Cabarrus County community as well.

We are first and foremost an entertainment destination featuring a full service Restaurant, Smokehouse, and Production Brewhouse. Cabarrus Brewing produces all draft beers on sight while Towel City Smokes’ smokehouse serves both the Cannon Ballers Private Events and suites, as well as Towel City’s and Cabarrus Brewing’s kitchen.

Located in the heart of Kannapolis, our two-story restaurant offers an inviting ambiance with a touch of sophistication.

On the main floor, guests can indulge in our expertly crafted barbecue dishes, paired perfectly with our house-brewed beers, served fresh from our onsite serving tanks.

The real gem of Towel City Tavern is our terrace. Overlooking the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers baseball field, it provides a unique dining experience where you can savor the best barbecue in town while enjoying a game. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, Towel City Tavern promises an unforgettable culinary journey in a refined, yet relaxed atmosphere.