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    Hoster Brewing

    4.9 (14 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Joe F.

    I visited Hoster Brewing with a couple of friends this afternoon. We arrived when the brewery opened. The brewery is situated in an industrial complex and parking is available. The interior has a unique look. There are booths, tables and the bar. Our bartender Ian was very friendly and provided great service. I started off with a flight, which included 4 5-oz. tasters. The brewery had around 12 available beers, so it was tough to choose. Among the 4 beers I ordered in my flight, the Gold Top (Dortmunder) was my favorite. All of the beers I tried had good flavor and were easy to drink. The brewery has a limited food menu. I chose to get a cheese pizza. The pizza was piping hot from the oven. It tasted pretty good. I also ordered a full sized Irish Red. Hoster Brewing offers some of the best beers in the Columbus area. I will certainly return to try more. I highly recommend this place for craft beer enthusiasts.

    Looking from the corner of the bar: games & juke box to the left and restrooms to the left.
    Miranda L.

    Hoster does their beer well. The styles have been on point for what they should be. Glad they were on this year's Ale Trail (we missed coming on the 23' Ale Trail as we had already finished by the time they officially opened. Hoster is definitely a new bright spot in the what might seem like a crowded Columbus area beer market. It's just different enough that I think they'll do well. There are several booths, 4 low tops (2 4s and 2 2s). Plus ten padded bar seats with backs. There is a dedicated railed area where you can step up to order that's right below the tap list on the wall. You can find hooks under the bar where you can hang items with a foot rail below. They have a popcorn machine and pretzels for free snacks. You can keep an eye on their social media for hours, what food trucks might be stopping by, and taproom happenings. In addition to fourteen beer taps they have different sodas and some sparkling water. Nachos and different nuts can also be purchased for snacking. Both times we've visited the folks working have been super friendly. You can find hooks under the bar where you can hang items with a foot rail below. There's a game nook inside and a patio area with picnic tables outside. Bathrooms: There are hooks for hanging things in the bathrooms that are gender non specific. The lock shows if it's occupied on the other side of the door. Great for knowing of the bathroom is occupied on not. You can find tampons and pads on the restrooms. And as a bonus ther a lift on the side of the seat so if you're a lift to pee person you don't have to touch the seat! Plus they even installed a catch tray for extra soap. It's a super well thought out bathroom! Bonus: dogs are welcome inside!

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    Tracy M.

    Don't judge a brewery by its cover. Once you go inside it's fun unique place either great beverages and a few good bar snacks. The house cat is the sweetest.

    Demetrius B.

    Judging from the outside, you'd think that Hoster's inside was just another brewery. But then you walk in and BAM it's this quaint slice of Americana mixed with a pub. The feel is like the TV show Cheers. Peg games on every table and free pretzels upon request. Great touches. The Eagle Dark was my beer of choice and it was perfect. Outside there are patio seats and food trucks so this off-the-beaten-path brewery covers a lot of ground from a versatility standpoint. The bartenders (perhaps owners) are very knowledgeable about the legendary Hoster brand and were more than happy to share it with anyone at the bar who asked. Everything exceeded expectations.

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    Aubrie H.

    This may be my new favorite brewery in Columbus. It has amazing decor, I really want those chairs made from barrels. They have popcorn to snack on and dogs are allowed inside. We ordered a flight and were surprised when a dortmunder was our favorite. If we lived closer we would be there all the time!

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    Thanks so much for visiting! We're glad you enjoyed the experience!

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    Great venue with a nice variety of really good beers. A lot of history in the bar with original Hoster signs/decor.

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    The Gold Top does not need any praises, it's great, so was Ian behind the bar, very friendly and attentive, making this a great time.

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    Located in a rapidly re-developing area in Columbus on the west side of the side of the river, Land…read moreGrant is a hip, cool craft brewery that promises, fun times for everyone who visits. It has a vibe that is conducive to conversation, and activities that are sure to keep visitors occupied and engaged. The area where it is located is reminiscent of the early days of the Short North area of Columbus before it was fully developed. I visited, for the first time with friends and was not disappointed. There are some food trucks nearby, offering a variety of items, and I would imagine most people would be able to find something that they like. There was not live entertainment present when we visited, but it appeared that The venue was laid out for such possibilities. this might be an OK place for a very casual first date depending upon the likes and personality of the person you are with. If you enjoy craft brewing, this should definitely be on your list of places to visit in Columbus. plenty of street parking is available and there are a few lots nearby. As a tip, many of the street parking areas use a system called Parkmobile, by which parking fees can be paid remotely using a smart app on a mobile phone that is so equipped.

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    First time at Derive…read more Good amount of parking. The space is somewhat small but is done well. The bar has a good vibe and is where I sat. I got the Korean BBQ smash burger topped with Korean BBQ aioli, Cleveland Kraut Kimchi, gochugaru (korean chili flake) and scallion. I don't understand the smash burger craze since I like my burgers medium rare, but if I have to eat a smash burger to enjoy these toppings, I'm in! The heat, texture and combination of flavors were epic. The fries are well done too! They were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and this was even after 30 minutes. Nothing fancy but done amazingly well and very quickly. My burger was out in a few minutes. I will say that the pizzas I saw coming out of the kitchen will have me coming back to try one of them. The beer was good, although I'll admit that the heat from the burger affected my pallet to truly enjoy the beers since I got a tasting flight. I was here on a Friday night between 5:45 and 7 and it was filling up until I was ready to head out. They do have happy hour on Friday from 2-5pm for $1 off pints.

    I've been here twice over the years, including a stop most recently after work on a Wednesday…read moreevening in November. The staff are SUPER friendly and welcoming. I loved that. I appreciate when walking into someplace I'm unfamiliar with, I am welcomed in graciiously, even though they don't know me at all. I ordered a flight of beer so I could try a few different beers. I also ordered a pint afterward of one of the IPAs I enjoyed. My server recommended some flavors to try while I was there and he was spot on. (I interacted with two different servers, one male, one female, both equally helpful and friendly). I would return, only in part for good beer, moreso it's the inviting feel I get from this place. This staff realizes that we have options around town and they made me feel like they wanted me there.

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