The Phoenix Brewing Co. is a brewery that I did not have on my list to try but with the fiery bird…read morerepresenting so noticeablely on the front and my fondness for the creature making this a stop for a beer and a possible swag purchase opportunity was to great to resist. The beer that Steve and I had was the Red Band which is a lager which I enjoy the majority of the time. Flavors to find with hopefully fun involved are malty, sweet (a natural sweetness probably from the flaked corn involved), hoppy, crisp and clean in the finish. Typical for this beer type it was light bodied also. Swag was indeed purchased here as I knew the likelihood of this happening was high and I got a very nifty t-shirt from the transaction.

There are lots of regulars. Lots of great beers in a variety of styles. Stouts are the best!…read moreThere's a patio and inside seating. I haven't checked it out, but an upstairs too. The flight boards are shaped like caskets, a previous use of the building in years past.

Great food, beer and service. Hit this place on the way back home from Columbus and absolutely…read moreloved it. Our server was very attentive, personable and friendly. Food came out promptly despite it being late on a Friday night. Highly recommend the Brussels sprouts appetizer (not pictured unfortunately) as they definitely do them differently than most places and they were great. Burgers were fresh and delicious. Wife always has her's without the bun and asked for jalapeños which were also fresh and very HOT!

Been a bit, still fantastic! This eatery is always surprising you with a creative delicious…read moreseasonal menu. The speedy yet not rushed staff attend to your every need and question. If you have a question about what food might pair well with what beer, they are there for you with solid recommendations. Clearly, they have been trained through this process and educated as food and beverage choices. We were there with another couple and ultimately ordered three different appetizers. We were received fried steaks, cheese, curds, and fried green tomatoes topped with homemade pimento cheese and crab meat. Every one of these was absolutely delicious, enjoyed in the back of the business where the bar is located and the ambience is just bright enough to allow you to enjoy everything. For dinner I received the recommendation of the burger of the week, the Monte Cristo. Imaginary burger with French toast as a bun, a perfectly cooked burger, an amazing piece of ham, some wonderful Swiss cheese and topped with a dusting of powdered sugar and drizzled and homemade maple syrup. It came with sides of a raspberry compote and sour cream. It might not sound delicious, but I have to tell you every bite was a taste treat many many layers of deliciousness. All in all I would have to give this restaurant an extra extraordinary rating and tell you to give it a try if you haven't you will not be disappointed.

We had a great time! Friendly staff and even friendly customers. Had great food (Bait House Burger…read more& Fries), and the Erie Haze IPA.

Amazzing good + service Fun vibe…read moreGreat music A nice place no matter what season of the year

Always have a great time stopping into Earnest. Staff is friendly, place is always popping and busy…read moreand the drinks are great. Just wish it were bigger. They need more space. Great chill place to grab a drink and catch up with friends.

I am a beer snob and have the chance to travel the country a good portion of the year. Just not…read morefeeling these NW Ohio breweries. Most of the beer I have tried here has a skunk type aftertaste to me. Small location. Maybe holds 20 folks outside, 20 more inside. If its busy, you will not find parking here.There's 3 ipas here that have that crispy m hoppy finish i like. Honey buzz(taste no honey-dont let the name fool ya), Have a nice IPA and the west coast ipa (finish is not smooth). Yep I have tried some seasonals. Just not a fan. The staff is always friendly to me. Pint will run u $6-8. Food trucks out front almost daily. If it wasn't for the food trucks i wouldn't be back so frequently but come try for yourself

Noble Beast is one of our favorites. The brewpub is much larger than it looks and has a very laid…read moreback feel. They have a large menu and great beer. They have won multiple awards. Usually we sit at the bar. This time we sat at a table. Our server was great! We generally park on the street, but even when it is busy we don't have to walk far. It took us a while to get to Noble Beast because it is a little off the beaten path. We definitely waited too long. It is a perfect place to spend a few hours on a weekend afternoon.

Visited Noble Beast while traveling to Cleveland. My friends and I visited many breweries on our…read moretrip. No Le Beast is located in a small building in the Cleveland area. The taproom is well lit. For our visit to Noble Beast we only tried their beers. After reviewing the menu I opted for the Kolsch. The beer was light and crisp. It was easy to drink. I would like to go back and try more options.

Lots of fun! We went…read moreon Saturday evening when they had a live band. Lots of seating to enjoy. They serve food and house made beer. They also have flavored seltzer and hard cider to enjoy.

Stopped during their Holly Jolly Christmas Pop Up bar events. I haven't been here since they opened…read morethe bar area so I don't know what the normal layout is but there was a very cold bar part which was decorated very cutely, but waaayyyy to cold to sit for very long, especially since your choice of "festive" drinks was a Christmas Ale, a FROZEN hot chocolate, and Jell-O shots (unconfirmed what flavor or if they were alcoholic or not). Also, I didn't see any "staff" working/serving the very few people in the place so it must be all self serve.... Being honest I did not have any of the "food" but other people in my group did and commented that it tasted like frozen food reheated. I feel like they can do so much better if they tried.....

We were delivered the wrong order and the manager made it right and then some. The foods delicious…read moreand the staff is top notch.

Foundry Kitchen and Bar strikes that perfect balance between a sleek, industrial aesthetic and a…read morewarm, welcoming atmosphere. From the moment we walked in, the staff was attentive and genuinely helpful, ensuring our experience was seamless from start to finish. The Drinks: Their drink menu is expansive--perfect for those who appreciate variety. I opted for the Mango Margarita, which was bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. It's a must-try if you're looking for a tropical twist on a classic. The Food: The menu is impressively eclectic, covering everything from artisan pizzas to elevated comfort food. We dove into a bit of everything: * Southwest Egg Rolls: A fantastic starter with a great crunch. * Black and Tan Burger: Cooked to perfection and full of deep, savory flavor. * Lasagna Pizza: A unique standout--it sounds heavy, but the execution was phenomenal. * Loaded Grilled Cheese & Blackened Chicken Salad: Both were fresh, hearty, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. There were so many "next time" items on the menu that we're already planning our return. If you want a spot that nails both the vibe and the plate, this is it.

Very nice place that everyone must visit if in the area!…read more Beautiful outside area, and huge. We sat outside where they had live music. Received a tip from a vendor in town to download their app to get a free pepperoni pizza (thanks!) and it was very tasty! I'm not much for craft beer, but I tried the Old Ohio Blonde Ale and it was perfect. (I'm more of a Bud or Busch Lite kind of gal). Side salad was excellent and we also tried the Bavarian pretzel that came with 3 dips, the fruit dip was the bomb!! It was a good thing we had my younger great-niece with us, because we would have been lost on how to order.

Love it! Definitely would come back. Stopped in with two friends and had a bourbon/bbq chicken…read moresalad which was tasty. I tried the October fest beer and the old blonde. We loved the outdoor spaces and stayed and watched the Ohio State game on their outdoor jumbo screen. Tips for next time bring a chair if watching the game and no dogs allowed. At first couldn't believe they were doing qr code still but it was very efficient.

So whenever I head into Lorain I always drive by this brewery, but never stop. Oh how silly was I!…read moreThis place is great! We were out in Lorain kayaking and exploring when we decided to finally swing by Bascule's on our way home. Tiny parking lot, but since it was a Saturday afternoon things were still pretty chill and we easily got a spot. I don't know about you, but this off time is my favorite time to visit places because you can sit at the bar and have friendly chats with the staff and patrons. No crowd, no loud noise, no fighting to place an order. Owner Chris introduced himself and we learned about how the theme of the bar is bridges. Specifically the Bascule type of bridge (there's one in Lorain!) which opens up to allow ships to pass under and closes back together to connect one side to the other. Chris wants his brewery to be a place were people can connect. Ah what a thoughtful sweet reason to open a bar! (Plus I'm sure he enjoys making and drinking beer). To back up this connecting, you can see plaques on the wall from local citizens and businesses who donated/partnered with the brewery. There are church pews (you can have a seat or pray to Jesus if you drank too much) from the church Chris went to in his hometown (Youngstown) and several board games you can play with others. I had a baby flight to sample the five goods on tap that day and decided on the CocoMango. It's an IPA, but you can really taste the tropical flavors, nothing bitter about it. I was told that a peach cobbler beer is in the works and this fall there should be a sweet potato casserole beer coming as well! Both sound delicious! A regular named Jimbo came in and sat down next to us. He's a friendly guy with lots of stories to tell. Heck, everyone was personable and we had a really nice laid back experience here. I really hope Bascule joins the Cleveland Brewery Passport next year so that others can learn about this awesome little brewery! My only tiny suggestion is that they get something for those who don't drink beer, like maybe carry two wine selections from a local winery? Also a big sign on top of the building saying "DRINK BEER HERE" or something would really get peoples attention haha.

We stopped in on July 4th. There were a few people inside and one person in the beer garden. Our…read morevisit was for a beer and bite to eat. The Peach Fuzz IPA was very good. We got a four pack to take home. The Foggy Harbor was good also. The food was typical bar food. While there wasn't an expansive beer selection they were definitely the star of the show. The dining was good size and the seating was a mix of different chairs and tables. They had a cool old drawbridge control station with a live feed of a drawbridge. That added a nice touch to the room. I enjoyed the large windows in the dining room. The staff were nice and helpful. We don't get out that way often, but would stop in if we are in the area.