Nine Giant--not sure how I haven't reviewed this place yet considering I've been multiple times since they opened this summer! Which is obviously a good thing, that I've kept coming back. So, here's what you have to know: 1) You order at the counter. 2) When they first opened, it was mostly bar snack type foods (fried things, burger) but now you can order anything from an app, to a small variety of sandwiches. They also have some bomb specials. The fried chicken tacos and chili fries are two I've had--highly recommend both. They'll give you a number for your food and you seat yourself. 3) The beer is always changing. Per one of the bartenders, they never make the same beer twice. Which explains why the ones I liked this summer are not on the menu and there are times I visit that I don't like the variety as much. You can always ask to sample. 4) They offer wine for the non-beer drinker in your group So all and all, this is a place I'll happily keep coming back to! I love that it's smaller and more intimate than many breweries; also less warehousy. This makes it a great place to catch up with friends and also hang out for a few drinks while watching football--both of which are things I've done. I love that they are part of making Pleasent Ridge a destination neighborhood too. While this won't deter me from future visits, the one thing that is hit or miss for me is the beer. I've been and LOVED what I ordered and also felt like there was nothing I liked to order. It's a weird situation to be in at a local brewery. They always have something hoppy / IPA from what I've noticed. I tend to like lagers / pilsners / lighter options more so that could be a personal problem. But at the end of the day, curiosity wins because I keep coming back to see what else they have. read more

Very good everything...love the half beer, it stays cold longer and you can sample several if you want...food is very good, consistent, fresh and not the normal "bar food"...been there a bunch, it's been good every time... read more

We went to Nine Giant to wait to go to The Over Look Lodge to have crawfish. We ordered 2 beers and the baked Brie. The Brie was great with the bacon jam. The Magical Color IPA was really good. I ordered the Hibiscus Heart breaker. It was light and nice for some one that beer is not their favorite. We will return to try dinner. This is the only reason for the 4 star rating. read more

Really nice bartenders, pretty good food. Their beer is fine. Doesn't stand out above and beyond the crowd of all the other crafter breweries, but that's not to say it's bad. Adds another good option. What really stands out is the art on the walls and the layout. It has a good albeit small atmosphere. The seating is community with a high top bar facing out onto Montgomery. Worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

We tour the area checking out all non-chain establishments especially craft beer businesses and this was our final stop. Small, simple place but for some reason has a good, friendly vibe. Two bartenders were more than friendly, engaging and helpful. No intention of eating but we did and ordered the Burger Oscar with fries. Absolutely delicious as were the beers. Place is nothing pretentious and totally comfortable. Would return and do recommend. read more

Great beer, friendly service and stellar food. A+! I highly recommend this brewery. They also have rotating brews all the time so you're bound to have something new every visit. read more

Nine Giant Brewing - Great beer, food and service! - Gastropubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This is the second burger place I came to in Cincinnati and they were both wonderful. Different vibes but both really really good. I thought this burger would be underwhelming because they only had one option but with the first bite I was amazed. The fries are outstanding too. Not sad about this this choice at all. read more

Went there today with my sister in law. We both had the ng burger. It was delicious and had a pretzel with cheese and mustard also very good. I would recommend this place. The beer and wine are good too. read more

Stopped in for a quick beer on Sunday. It is a good place for me. Watching late football games, listening to jazz and drinking good beer. read more

Nine Giant Brewing - Gastropubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Mine and my boyfriends absolute favorite place in Pleasant ridge! Yes he staff is so extremely personal and sweet. There isn't one thing from you he beer menu to food menu that isn't great. We go there every other weekend and every single employee should be applauded by how amazing they are! One of our top 5 favorite restaurants in the city!!!! read more

Love this place! First time here. The beer is fantastic, the food was delicious. The Brussel sprouts were excellent and the drunken grilled cheese is to die for. read more

This is the go to place I recommend to folks coming to Cincinnati. The staff is kind, the beer is fun and delicious, the food is straight fire. They have an outdoor patio out back which is great for summer nights and good weather. read more

Love this local brewery! Expect a crowd at happy hour and around dinner but it thins out later in the night. The food is pretty good, especially for a a brewery but the beer is what makes the visit. I highly recommend the Django if it is on draft. The best part about this place is that the taps are constantly changing so you can try something new on each visit. When they run out of one of their brews, they replace the tap with another local brew. The bartenders are awesome and service is surprisingly quick, even when it's packed. They are working on making it a bit quieter because it can be loud if it's busy. But if you're expecting it to be quiet, you shouldn't go to a brewery. The staff is very friendly, bartender, cook and owner included. They're happy to tell you about their beers and what they're working on next. Word on the street is that a patio is coming soon! read more

Came here lastnight to meet up with a group of friends for dinner and beers. Well, we had beers because they ran out of food? How does that happen? The beer was great and the staff were friendly as well. I'd gladly go back for beers again but I won't count on them having food since they ran out...mind boggling. I'll leave a generous 3 stars because the beer and staff were good. Update 1/27 Came back for a happy hour with some work friends and enjoyed a nice Friday happy hour. This time they did have food and I ordered the cheeseburger ($10) the bun is what makes the burgers here, it was toasted to a nice crisp on the bottom but still soft on top. My mouth is actually watering just thinking about it. The only complaint is they don't offer any sides that come with the burger. read more

I tried a sandwich tonight that blew my mind. It was a tofu and bacon "sloppy joe" with Asian spices and a tangly slaw. I have never really liked tofu but this sandwich, on a perfectly toasted 16 Bricks bun, was amazing. This, along with a great ramen noodle-crusted fried chicken sandwich last week (each were the featured 'sandwich of the week' specials), have been my two food experiences with Nine Giant and they have both been outstanding. The taproom can use some more sound-proofing, but the beer and the food are on point. Each week I look forward to see what the chef concocts for the weekly special. Great addition to the neighborhood! read more

Let me taste all the beers!!!! Buffalo chicken spring rolls, cheeseburger and pommes frites were great!!! Spring rolls were something different, which I like. I had the Wolf Like Me(IPA) n Hibiscus Heartbreaker(Belgian White Ale) which I like here. Happiness(Guava n Ginger Berliner) was the most interesting, MUST TRY if they have it!!! Want good beer, great stop!!! read more

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The beer was great but I was expecting a lot more from their food. I had the BLT and fries since my options were limited as someone who cannot have lactose. The bathrooms were clean and the staff was friendly, the food was just underwhelming. read more

Update: felt added to the underside of tables/chairs has brought the noise level in this place down. I haven't seen fries in a pint glass lately. Still no flights though. The beer list continues to rotate and as they've matured, I haven't seen guest taps. I also haven't seen their stuff on tap around town, so without distribution, you gotta keep coming back. They do offer wine. // Always excited to see what's being brought to the brewery scene, somehow there's always room for more! I was shocked to stroll into this place at 6:30 on a Thursday and find it PACKED and LOUD. I guess I figured it was still new, and in Pleasant Ridge, just far enough off the beaten path. But, I also took that as a great sign. Pros: The have a menu, and the food is GOOD. I had the sandwich of the week (pulled pork) and friend pickles. Shout out to the guy next to me for drawing my attention to the mustard, as it was not something I would have really paid attention to in the description. My friend got the grilled cheese and fries. The fries were good, and served in a pint glass which is cute, but led to the fries at the bottom being a bit soggy at the end. Maybe we just needed to eat faster? The space is great. Tables, bar space. It was full most of our visit, but still comfortable. The beer. I tried an MCA (American Pale Ale) and the Clyde (Brown Porter) and both were good. Most NG beers on the list were higher IBU's than I normally drink, but they were still good. And I'd have no problem drinking either of these two again. They also have selections on tap from other breweries, water, and I think I saw some wine. Kids menu. While I didn't have kids with me, the kid's menu along with a wider variety of drink selections does make this a more family friendly place. Staff. Friendly, accommodating and patient. Location. While it's a street parking situation, finding a spot was cake (and free meters after six in this part of town!) and I like the spot in the neighborhood, proximity to Overlook Lodge, and proximity nearish MadTree/can add it as a stop on a tour to include MadTree, Rivertown, and Fibonacci. Cons: It's loud. I hear they're going to be working on some noise dampening elements. This will be great. While we were able to have a pretty intimate conversation, we considered leaving before ordering because of the volume. Then, we got over it and just talked louder. No flights. I was disappointed I couldn't do a flight to try the whole variety of Nine Giant brews No outdoor space. This is just my personal desire and a trade off for the location. Good work folks! Look forward to returning! read more

Don't know how long this place has been open, but it's just another new brewery on the list to check out! They have a good food menu as well. The beers are interesting, heavy on the IPA lists when we went on a spring weeknight. Reasonable prices, though I would say the food was pretty average (I'd say madtree has better food options as a vegetarian POV). Staff is friendly, the space is decent sized for groups to dine. We saw families there on the weeknight we went. Overall a nice casual joint to stop by to try out local beer flavors to add to the cincy scenery! read more

What I love about this place is that they always keep improving. I have visited a number of times and every time I feel that the food gets a bit better and the menu keeps getting more innovative and so does the beer. These guys are committed and for sure and putting tons of heart into this business. read more

A great addition to Pleasant Ridge! This place has created a lot of buzz! It's always bumpin', which is awesome. I'm so happy for the business district in PR! My favorite part about Nine Giant is the food. Not that the beer isn't good, but because we need more casual dining in the Ridge. It's pretty good! And the menu rotates often. A lot of the food is shareable, which is perfect for this type of establishment. I have tried a few of their beers and enjoyed them. They don't focus on just IPAs like a lot of local breweries too. I'm a big IPA fan, but they set themselves apart which is nice. I also really enjoy the fact that they do guest taps. If you want an IPA and they aren't producing it that week, they likely have a guest IPA. Well done! The space is really cool. Tall ceilings, concrete counter and vibrant electric blue subway tile. What I can't stand is the noise level in this place. Some sort of noise cancellation or reduction needs to be put in. You can't hear anyone else talk. That's my only real complaint! read more

Nice decor and AC! But super loud. They did have a sign saying they are working on this though. The beer was good but not a huge selection. They have food which all sounded delicious- falafel, burger, BLT. We tired the fried pickles and pretzels. I could tell the pickles are homemade which is awesome but they were cut a little thick for my taste and the breading didn't stay on well. It was a breadcrumb exterior. The pretzels were just ok. I would like to come back and try one of the sandwiches because they all looked delicious. read more

Nine Giant Brewing - Pretzels with beer cheese and mustard - Gastropubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We just went back to Nine Giant after we were there a month ago. We had left behind our little cooler we use for our daughter's bottles when we were there a month ago and assumed it was a lost cause. We sat down and the employee walked over and said, "I was waiting for when we would see you next" and gave us the cooler. We are by no means regulars. We live maybe 15 minutes away now and go every once and a while and the fact that they held on to it and remembered us without asking was INSANE! We are coming back and way more often than we were! read more

I had the chance to finally check this place out on a Saturday night and had an overall good time. Environment: The brewery definitely gives off a cool, clean bar vibe. Service includes ordreing at the bar both food and drinks. You're given a number for food and it is brought out to your table. Not as warehousey as other breweries in the area, it felt more like a bar/restaurant than anything else. There was a mix of clientele, not as hipster as other new breweries and bars and even (gasp) some adults over 30 dining in and children. The later it got the louder the place became, so I'm sure at some point the older and younger start to clear out. TVs play sports as well. Half of the tap room is high tables and the other half is low tables, so get there early if you have a big group as people were standing and hovering for other groups to leave. Beer: The beer was more of a meh to me. I tried four beers, and the lighter beers didn't have much of a difference to me. Three of us ordered three different beers and I still had a hard time telling them apart. However, the bartenders were very friendly and were more than willing to let us try anything we wanted. In addition, they say that the head brewer changes beers all of the time and rarely repeats them. I would be willing to go back and give them another shot. Food: The food was excellent. Reminiscent of 50 West, it seemed that they had elevated bar food with a farm-to-table vibe. We split the chili cheese fries and they were delicious and spicy. When comfort food tastes like its good for you, the restaurant knows what its doing. The burgers and other dishes around us also looked great. Overall, I'll be back and definitely for dinner. Welcome to the neighborhood, Nine Giant! read more

Cincinnati is really re-establishing itself as a craft beer city, and Nine Giant is a wonderful addition to the movement. The space itself is a bit smaller than I expected it to be, though I love the layout and overall design -- the teal tile is everything and so much more, and there is plenty of seating and standing room throughout. I particularly love the garage-style windows that open to the street, and the atmosphere in the place is great. There is currently a small menu (think burger, fries, fried pickles, and cookies small), which I understand will expand after some time. I got to try four beers, Adrock (pale ale), Phoenix (wheat saison), Django (Belgian), and Trigger Cut (IPA) and, while it's easy to choose a favorite from those four (Trigger Cut), it's hard to rank them after that. They were all good. The beer is solid, the food looks delicious, the atmosphere is pretty great, and the service was good -- despite being pretty crowded, the wait in line for beer was reasonable. Nine Giant is a great addition not only to the Cincinnati beer scene, but also to Pleasant Ridge. And, despite having gone an hour after they opened to the public, I didn't see any growing pains of note. I will absolutely be back. read more

Checked this place and for the first time today and wasn't disappointed! I got the Mike D pale ale which was perfect. The fried pickles are also delicious and all the other food coming out of the kitchen looked amazing! Also a great environment and super friendly workers. My only complaint is I wish they had more IPA options. But overall this is an awesome place to hang out and I will definitely be back! read more

Nine Giant Brewing - Fried pickles with a horseradish aioli - Gastropubs Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I truly wish there were ten stars for this place. I love it! We went on plinko night and enjoyed beers for 2 and 3 dollars (Wednesday's). We ordered food and I have to say, I was blown away. The food was crafted with love and passion, as is their beer. I love having food that I could never have anywhere else- this, to me, makes a restaurant stand out. At Nine Giant, you'll get wholesome ingredients, expertly paired in ways you'd never be able to recreate yourself. For example, we had the Brussels sprouts which were lemony and tart paired with seedy mustard. There was a super earthy feel to them which made them excellent with the Conjure Me stout. We also ordered the pulled pork sandwich which had an amazing crunch (toasted bun) and red pepper on it. Keep on keepin on Nine Giant, I'm all about what you're doing over there!!! read more

Favorite place to grab a beer and a bite to eat. The taps are always rotating, the menu (food wise) is always changing, and i have yet to get something i didn't love. The burger and fried pickles (pickles made in house) are probably all time favorites. The "secret sauce" and beer cheese on the burger and the freshness of the patty is just unreal. I love to go for plinko night on Wednesday's to get a cheap beer (as low as $1 if you get lucky!) and will usually grab food while there. Although it is busier at this time, the kitchen churns out food very quickly. Also cannot say enough great things about the staff here. They are friendly, welcoming, and always ready to make a great recommendation based on your taste. Even the decor (super cool logos and canvas pictures scattered around the bar) is awesome. Do yourself a favor and check this place out! read more

Beers were good, grilled cheese was good, chicken sandwich... let me pause for a second.... THE CHICKEN SANDWICH IS 10/10

You know that chair in your house that you just love sitting in? You get home after a tough day of Polo as you park your DB4 in the garage and just can't wait to sit and decompress in your chair with a billiard pipe and some nice cavendish... That's is Nine Giant Brewery in short. Let me elaborate. You first walk into a venue that is familiar; comforting. There is no pretentiousness about Nine Giant, just warmth. You will quickly be greeted by one of the knowledgeable bartenders and notice the brewing tanks in the back. It brings a level of personality to the brewery. As you sit at the bar and look at the constantly thematic beer names, you are met with a sense of nostalgia due to the film references or maybe one of your favorite albums. Similar to that chair in your house: you have memories there, not all worth noting but worth remembering. As you dive into the beer list you will see a variety that has a sense of poetic balance. From a classic Belgian to a hopped up ale. Maybe you are into Berliners, they know those too. As you spin the wheel of preference in your head you are again brought to a sense of peace knowing the right beer is any of the lot. Depending on the day you may even get an infusion beer, which essentially is their brewmasters brainchild come to life. Infusions of mango into a pale ale, cookies and lactose to a rich stout. The options are endless, but your confidence in them breeds even wilder creation. But i regress, to the food. Nine Giant has a scratch kitchen, and if that is not enough for you, I have two words for Cincinnatians. Goetta Fritters. The burgers are as unique as the beers, classic roots with radical additions that complement each other like a senior in high school to his prom date trying to get some. As you enjoy the food, even west siders can feel high class as they discuss the ingredients they cannot pronounce. The fries are the real gem of the menu. Always available and perpetually delicious. But I would be remiss not to discuss the Goetta Fritters. Just like the chair at home, you have this familiarity of flavor and excitement, met with a comfort that only a fancy hush puppy can provide. As it marries with its custom Honey sauce, you fall into this daze of heavenly oats and meat and cornmeal. You enjoy your heritage in town and eliminate any hunger you had. Essentially If you are looking for an experience that rivals sleeping in until noon, come to Nine Giant. Not only will you be greeted with a smile, but you will enjoy an experience in one of Cincinnati's greatest neighborhoods that really does not compete with anything else in town. read more

Went to Nine Giant on the Saturday of opening weekend. It seems like a decent place, but I foresee problems of the interior being way too small to accommodate enough people, and the beer tent is literally a dirt yard with a giant tent. The beer I ordered (saison) was fine; not a huge beer person and it tasted like a fine wheat beer. I would have given 3-4 stars, but they're a new brewery that wasn't offering tastings even though we were about to order. My roommate was not pleased, ended up just drinking water due to lack of service, and I'll have to agree with her that a new business shouldn't just automatically get customers without showing customer service. We saw two other girls getting tastings of beer out of tasting glasses. When we pointed that out, the man just said that that bartender had made a mistake in giving them tastings. Guess what, sucking it up and losing a few oz of beer would have gotten you returning customers. Also from an environmental perspective, I'm not a fan of the plastic cups. read more

Decent bar food with class. Good beers. Not really my crowd (hipsterish) BUT everyone was friendly and everything I tried was solid. read more

Great beer, good food and fun staff. Beers rotate constantly and menu is also kept updated with new tasty treats. Wednesday is Plinko night and beers range from $2 to normal price. Good times. read more

Wow - the beer is good, very good. Different, fresh, always creative. We have been going here since they opened and I swear they just keep getting better. Come in for the brewery aspect but be pleasantly surprised by the food. It is amazing. Each week is a different burger or other thoughtful creation. For instance, last week they had Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls. What's that, you say? Melt in your mouth, make you come back for more (and more and more), I say. They have some staples, such as the best sea salt fries you could imagine, but they are constantly pushing their creativity to come up with wonderful eats and drinks. And in such a chill atmosphere, you can't go wrong. Enjoy! read more

Older scene and pretty generic brewery, but a good place to hang out and catch up with friends.

I really enjoyed the atmosphere there. The food was pretty good. I had the falafel salad and the falafels were tasty. the crab cakes were a bit soggy and Luke warm. I am more of a wheat beer lover, and I felt like my options were limited. I didn't love the Belgian pale ale I ordered. But overall, busy place! read more

Very good food. One typically doesn't expect a neighborhood brewpub to focus on the food quality, they do. I am not a big beer guy these days, but they have variety and quality. You can grab wine here or cocktails at their place around the corner. The burger and brussel sprouts are my go to. The Gaslight Cafe, across the street, has my favorite burger. The Nine Giant burger represents well. read more

This is our favorite place. Beer is consistently good and the food is excellent. They have a small, thoughtfully created menu that changes based on seasonal availability of ingredients, and they put a lot of care into executing it well. The service is great, the owners are super-involved, and they are serving some of the best food in Cincinnati. We would eat there even if we didn't like beer. I just wish it were 21+ because the seating is already very limited.... read more

Went on a Thursday night and it wasn't too busy. We were able to grab a seat at the bar but there were some open tables. Friendly service and answered my questions about the beer. I tried a couple different ones. We ordered the cheese curds and enjoyed our beers! Always a great neighborhood spot! read more

Honestly great beer and burgers / sandwiches! Highly recommend! Not a lot to do in terms of waking like Otr but this place really does beer and sandwiches right! read more