Wow, what is there to say about CLAG. This brewery is making waves nationwide and was recently featured in Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine for their terrific hazy IPAs. But they're so much more. C.ocky L.ittle A.sian G.uy namesake Khan joined us for a lot of our visit and shared about his business, beers, and life story. Sandusky seems like a city reawakening from another time, and CLAG is definitely an anchor in the downtown area. The brewery is located in what seems like an old department store; there's lots of free parking outside. It's divided into a few main areas: inside the door you'll find a ton of refrigerators with 4-pack cans and limited bottles ready to go. Their prices are ridiculously low for the quality, a great option to stop before a party to stock up. They have a casual lounge area right inside and a shelf filled with the leftover label stickers from past releases, all free to take. The main area is the bar and restaurant (see separate review), with another lower bar which felt more casual to the left/down. Behind the bar is the brewery area, which is huge and not being completely used yet (they could expand, but doesn't seem like they need to). Khan took us on a great inside tour of these area, it's as simple as they come with an amazing finished product. Outside of their flagship hazies, they also excel at other styles including super clean rice lagers, and big boozy styles. They also have merchandise including tons of glassware inside. If you're a fan of great modern beer, pop culture puns, and great people, this is a must-visit brewery. read more

See all

We had a great time at this brewery. The bar is huge with so many bottles and the space is large. Attached is a separate restaurant which is also good sized. Everything was clean and looked nice. Staff were very friendly and they chatted with us and made recommendations. The proprietor was there and was a riot. (He's the guy on their fun beer labels). When we first arrived my friend spotted an old beer he loves on the top shelf. He asked the owner if it was for sale. Soon my buddy had a bottle of Lizard of Koz by Founders. Great service. The beer and food were great. They seem to specialize in New England IPAs (juicy and hoppy but not bitter) as they have so many on the menu. They also had stouts and porters. What a great tap list. I don't want to leave out the great food. I had a beef Pho and my friend had the TNT roll. Both great and flavorful. A big thumbs up. A place not to miss if going to Cedar Point. read more

Clag Brewing Co - Beef pho - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

See all

CLAG has become a top brewery in all of country. World class beers. Easily the best in Ohio when it comes to IPA's and BA stouts. The bonus you get is it's attached to Small City Taphouse which serves some of the best Asian fusion food around. And sushi! Easily the best food at a brewery I've been to and I go to a lot of them. read more

See all

I stopped for a beer and lunch recently and had a great experience. I ordered a hazy IPA called Half a Mullion Break Pads. It is a hazy IPA that is clean with citrus hints and tasted wonderful. I ordered the Flat Noodle with shrimp. It took a little while but well worth the wait. The vegetables were crisp, flat noodle and shrimp perfectly cooked. Service was fair and ambiance good. read more

Clag Brewing Co - Flat Noodle with Shrimp - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

See all

What an amazing place. It combines my two favorite things: good beer and sushi! The beer is amazing, IPA worthy of New England. Hazy, tasty and delicious. I loved the kha gerrera. The sushi rolls were so good. We tried a few of the special rolls, all scrumptious This place is a "must come" if you are in Sandusky OH' Ps we had to leave the park early to make it here. Totally worth it. read more

See all

Excellent experience for dinner. This is a large spacious brewery that has a full bar and great food. Multiple rooms with bar seating and rational tables. Service was friendly, helpful with selections, and attentive. We sampled a variety of beers and all were great. They also have top shelf bourbon selection. Had the spicey tuna sushi as an appetizer and the spicey chicken and vegetables served with rice. Both were fresh and had great flavor. Highly recommend a visit to this place. We will be back. read more

See all

The space is huge with very large projection screens for sports viewing. The service is attentive and friendly. The music is at a nice level playing popular hits. The bar is large with multiple tables for seating. Parking is available on the streets and there appears to be parking lots and or garages near by. They have a large selection of tap beers and liquor. The food is Asian fusion with sushi and Thai dishes. We shared the spicy tofu lemongrass with rice. The dish came with rice, fried tofu and onions in a lemongrass sauce that was well balanced with flavor and spice. I wish it came with a few more vegetables to add some additional flavor and color. They have many meat dishes that could be easily substituted with tofu but I didn't ask because they have a vegetarian section. The prices is about average for this type of food, $14-20 a plate. The portion size was perfect for two with sharing an appetizer. read more

See all

Had such a great experience at Clags when we were visiting Sandusky. So many beers on tap- bummer there isn't a printed menu but they change their beers so much it's probably better to stick to what they're doing, and the bartender was extremely helpful. I wanted a sour and she had great suggestions and let me try a lot of them. Very cool to have some cocktails on top too- they definitely have something to please everyone. And the food- HUGE Asian food menu. Sushi, noodle dishes, stir fry, vegetarian, gluten free. It was hard deciding. I wanted a curry with tofu and veggies, and there wasn't something exactly like that on the menu, but they made it happen. And wow- it as a huge portion and one of the best things I've had in a long time. Now I'm bummed it's so far from my home because I would eat there all the time If I could. The waitress was running around because there wasn't a lot of help, but she didn't great. Lots of tvs up if you're wanting to watch the sports and a huge bar. Really recommend. read more

Clag Brewing Co - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

See all

DO NOT SKIP THIS PLACE! If you're at Cedar Point or in Sandusky, OH and you like higher end beer/whiskey selection and/or Asian food this place is a must! Service was good (we had a party of 17). I ordered the darkest and highest proof stout I could find (fire stoker at 16.6%) and the pho chicken bowl. Delicious! Highish prices for whiskey from a whiskey nerds perspective but the high selection was great! read more

Clag Brewing Co - Fire Stoker - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

See all

We came randomly on a Sunday hoping for some food, beer and to check this place out as have read so many good things! Sadly, no food was being served but we did enjoy a delicious DIPA called Transfusion recommended by the bartender (so good that we decided to buy a 4-pack for home). There are numerous TVs along the large bar that wraps around the entire restaurant. Clag is a large space and I think they might have karaoke nights as I saw a huge setup near the restrooms. We will have to come back to try the food the next time we are in town. read more

Clag Brewing Co - DIPA beer can of Transfusion - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

Stopped in on a whim during a brief visit to Sandusky and was impressed with the hazy IPAs and fruited sours we tried. The asian food was a cool pairing and solid on its own merits. Definitely recommend! read more

It's a very rare occurrence when, after spending more than a half decade both in and around the craft beer industry, I am blown away by a newer brewery. So imagine my surprise and delight after finally getting to Sandusky, Ohio, of all places, and feeling exactly that at CLAG Brewing. First, let's talk pedigree. The owner's brother is at The Answer in Virginia, which perhaps explains the excellent hazies and fruited kettle sours pouring through the taps at CLAG. It also probably explains the guest taps both upstairs at the brewery, and next door at the taphouse, ranging from Chicagoland favorites like Phase Three, to Listermann and Weldwerks barrel-aged stouts. Cast it into the Fire was the highlight of the hazies for me, a perfectly balanced display of New Zealand hops bursting with flavor and creaminess. About as good of a hazy as you're going to find, along with One Million Dong and several others. The food was similarly excellent, pretty authentic Asian fare that was cooked fresh and delicious. Service staff was pleasant and friendly as well. My only even slight issue was the confusion upon first entering and lack of direction from what turned out to be the owner. At first, you're not sure if you're in the brewery or the restaurant, and there's really no signage to help you out. We were kind of nudged into the restaurant, where we almost ordered until we realized we were in the wrong spot. I'm not going to knock off any stars though, because the quality and the conversation with staff more than made up for it. We will be back! read more

Clag Brewing Co - a row of glasses of beer - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

See all

Need to know before you go:: No beer menus unless you have a phone to scan a QR code. Not all of us carry our phones everywhere. 3.5% charge added to your bill unless you pay cash. No where is this stated. You won't know until you get your bill. read more

Food was amazing, beer was amazing, service was even better. Sat at the bar and ate, had a few beers, can't wait until we return. read more

Clag Brewing Co - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

As a brewer and brewery explorer I must say this place is great. The hazy IPA's are top notch and although I only had time for a sushi roll it was fantastic. I ended up buying a case of beer to take home. The bar tender was very knowledgeable about the beer and the brewers helped me identify which hazys did NOT have Nelson hops in them which I am not a fan. The owners brother has a brewery in Richmond VA which I have not tried yet but I'm sure Clag brewing's beer are much better. read more

Stopped in for lunch and a beer the other day. We were almost overwhelmed by the great selection of Vietnamese food such that it was really hard to make a choice. I was really intrigued by the Vietnamese-style pad Thai, so I had to try that, and was very happy that I did. It was an excellent blend of two of my favorite cuisines, and really hit the spot. I had some of my buddy's salt-and-pepper calamari, and knew I would've been totally satisfied with that menu item as well. And then to make things even better, the beer menu was amazing! So many of their beers have seriously high ratings on Untapped, but I decided on the "Two Million Dong," and I could not have been happier. It was such a delight to have a beer of that quality with my excellent lunch. Clag Brewing is now definitely on my list when I'm back in Sandusky. read more

Clag Brewing Co - Two Million Dong - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

Beer was fantastic and food was better than I have ever expected from a brewery! Do not miss this place if in town!

The brewery scene in Ohio is great and competition is tough. So how does a brewery in Sandusky of all places manage to stand out? 1. The best IPAs in the state. All of their beers are excellent, but every IPA Kha and company churn out has been a banger. 2. An amazing dinner. When I say it was one of the best orange chicken dinners I've ever had I'm not kidding. A lot of times breweries have limited or no food. CLAG is a complete Asian fushion restaurant with excellent options. 3. Kha himself. He's a character and ever present in this place. Nice guy and runs a great place. It is worth the trip. read more

See all

CLAG stands for Cocky (or Crazy) Little Asian Guy and it's a brewery connected to Small City Taphouse. When you walk into the building on the right is CLAG and on the left is Small City. While you can get the Asian food menu in either spot, only in the brewery can you get the CLAG beer. I made the hour long drive from Cleveland after seeing a FB post about ridiculously stacked bloody mary's. Plus what else is there to do on a Sunday in Ohio during winter? My server at the bar was friendly albeit busy, but she introduced me to the delicious flavors of Sinh To and Banh Berri Pancake beers. A smoothie sour and imperial stout respectively. Getting the bloody mary is a hassel. I've been here about an hour and a half and I'm still waiting on it. What they advertised in their post was not what they were prepared to make. I'll update this review when my visit at the brewery is over and I'm back home. read more

See all

We always scope out a brewery when passing through a town.We hit the jackpot on this one.It was a busy Saturday and we were able to get a seat at the bar.I ordered a 22 Helles and it was wonderful.They have a great list of beers.My wife also loved the beer she got.We even took some cans with us.Ordered some appetizers and were pleased with them.The place was busy and the service was exceptional.Even the CLAG was busing tables pouring beer and changing barrels.Nice people ,good beer and food.....like I said...Jackpot !! read more

Kha is a seriously talented guy and an excellent host! Was great seeing you man look forward to next time I can get out to visit. Amazing beer and that draft old fashion was one of the best I've ever had. The wings with magic sauce 10/10 read more

excellent food the California roll and. The Philadelphia were excellent I would recommend to anybody sweet tea was excellent flat noodle dish amazing (non-spicy) pork and wonton soup was excellent beautiful flavor on the pork but also the wonton soup itself was amazing not too salty. Not too sweet amazing Goldilocks zone it was perfect The birthday song was amazing. The staff was excellent. We didn't get the nice kind caring (they could've refilled the water more tho) also in a great spot of Sandusky nice town, also, the Christmas decor was amazing. It was star studded. also, the seats were comfortable 10 out of 10. overall also, my friend got some orange chicken that looked to die for but overall I would recommend this restaurant highly to anybody in the Sandusky area read more

Clag Brewing Co - a bottle of alcohol on a table - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

See all

Always love coming to clag to have a beer and grab some food! They have so many different beers on tap it'll be hard to find something you don't like. Their food is also amazing. Definitely try a sushi roll or 2 and the banh mi with meatball soup. Such a good and different spot in downtown Sandusky. It's a must try! read more

Clag Brewing Co - Papa boi and fruit punch sangria - Breweries Near Me - Sandusky, Ohio

So first of all I do not recommend this restaurant. So basically I was sitting down and they were bringing my friends dumplings and the waitress spilled the dumpling sauce all over me. She didn't even say anything to me. This place is a dump. The inside of the restaurant is disgusting. read more

Great service at the bar and really excellent Vietnamese food. I does not get much better than this! The only down-side was that One Million and Two million Dong were not on tap the evening we went! But the brewmaster certainly "understands" IPAs and there were several available ("real" ones -- not hazys.) This was our 2nd visit and we will be back. read more

OK beer and server was ok too. But my food was very salty and the scallops had a fish taste. I didn't complain. The worst was the attitude of the owner (I am guessing... the only Asian guy I saw there). Spend over a $100 in 1.5 hours. So I don't know what I did to get the unpleasant treatment from the owner. I hope he is highly trained horse rider as he was on such a high horse, he won't be safe when he falls from it. Needless to say, I will not be going back. read more

Food is always pretty decent. Tried to ask the bartender some questions about what beers were on tap and he had very little information to give. It's a nice place to sit and hangout. Just wish the bartender was more knowledgeable. Also, some of the TV's had really bad visual quality which made them mostly unwatchable. read more

Awesome brewery next to (and operated by same proprietors) as Small City Taphouse. It may be a small city but these beer shave big flavor! Really well done, I was especially a fan of their IPAs. Cool space, rad place to get beers with friends. A must-visit for any beer lover passing through town. Drink local! read more

Amazing. Just amazing. Food was excellent. Dark beer choices were amazing! We will be back!

This is an absolute gem... the owner has put together one amazing collection of beers, food and bourbon. As a beer nerd I can say this place is one of a kind. His stouts equal or exceed those of Angry Chair His IPA game brings back memories of tree house His slushies are just as good as those at answer This is a must stop for anyone coming through Sandusky read more

Not sure how this place exists, but sure glad that it does. Craft brewery with authentic Vietnamese food, in a rustbelt city of 25,000 people: mind blowing. We eat and drink here every time we can. read more

Stopped for lunch and a beer on a weekday. Food next door at small city was amazing! Sushi hit the spot. Beer is excellent and the guest taps are impressive. Highly recommend! read more

Was there on Black Friday around 4. It was slow in the taproom and a bit busier in the restaurant. I drove up from Columbus to try out the beers. I'd had a good IPA at one of the Columbus bars a few months back and was excited by what I saw on their webpage. I tried 3 smalls (samples) and one full glass. All of the beers were good with the Vietnamese stout a standout. I would love to have tried several more smalls but the three waitresses and the owner ignored me the entire time I was there. They were more attentive to the regulars, but I wonder what you have to do to become someone worth serving. My glass would sit empty for 10 to 15 minutes while these 4 people walked by me. Maybe I'll drive up one more time with friends, maybe they only ignore singles. read more

Stopped in Sunday for a beer. Good music playing, no crowd and plenty of servers. Unfortunately they are a confused mess. Don't stop in here unless you desire blank stares and no service. read more

Place looks great, but I sat at the bar for 10 minutes on a sleepy Sunday and no one could be troubled to serve me. So who knows?