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Laurie V.

Oh, how fabulous! I had been meaning to come here for awhile. It was a quiet night and we arrived late and sat outside. The kids had ice cream and we had some stuffed jalapeños. We had just eaten dinner, so we weren't starved. Also had two old fashioned, which were above average, but not the best I've ever tried. I like the quick and efficient service and ordering system at the counter. Can't wait to come back and actually try some of the beers here!

Theodore C.

A microbrew in the heart of Jackson Township and a great stop for quality beer!! The beer brings back memories from my time living in Europe and I guarantee that you won't find better anywhere else locally. In addition to the amazing beer, they have a decent selection of appetizers and flat breads if you are hungry. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable about beers and the process. One thing that annoys me when going into a craft beer bar is the staff not knowing about the intricacies of the different selections. But that was not the case here, they explained in detail the different brews. They also have a pretty nice patio out front so you can enjoy your beer and food outside. I highly recommend them and would give 6 stars if Yelp allowed.

Steve A.

Royal Docks is a successful brewery. It's located in Jackson Township close to Canton. They have so many beers on tap. All of these are good. They also have a small food menu. All the beer that I've tried is good. It has a variety of styles. They have some very hoppy and some are sweet. A sweet one is the Crime Of Passionfruit. It's about $5 for a pint. This is kind of like mixing beer and juice, it's too sweet. As for the food, it's not bad. The food is an afterthought, it seems. It just takes so long to order anything. They will take forever to make it, so only order if you have plenty of time. Beer is the important thing here. It's good. Just get that.

Spirited R.

We were referred by the owner of Lost Trail Winery about this place. We haven't been to a brewery in the area previously. We stopped here and another brewery on this day. Stopped and selected 6 beers to sample. Each of the beers were refreshing and good. I was happy to have the opportunity to try the beer. I took a 4 pack of the west coast IPA home. They had another beer that tasted so darn good called the Savoir Faire which was so damn good. It had raspberry and blackberry sweetness with chocolaty malt. Unbelievable but wasn't available to take home. I highly recommend checking this place if you are near the brewery.

Brian F.

I loved Royal Docks! Service was excellent. I really enjoyed all the beers. The Vlad and the Woodruff were standouts. You can get beers on cask if that's your thing. I actually really dug the atmosphere (the music specifically). I ordered a Thai Peanut flatbread and crushed it all. I will definitely be back when I am in town again.

Black Christmas. If you know their beers this is a combo of the Vlad and the Yuletide. Very good

Bob M.

Love this place. They have great food and good beers. Tonight my wife and I just stopped in for a beer and to get our brew path passport stamped. Been here multiple times before, they have great flatbreads and a good selection of great beers.

Great food, great atmosphere...just a shame they can't take care of the small local businesses who helped them get started. See attached photos for just a few of the leins they have against them, here's a link to the county auditor's online records as well, feel free to see for yourself: https://countyfusion12.kofiletech.us/countyweb/disclaimer.do

Mark J.

I have rediscovered royal docks in the last couple months and have been there a few times. They recently updated their menu and happy hour. All around fair prices and great food. I still view this more of a social brew pub and that is perfect since we don't have anything like that in the north canton area The only thing I would change is he weather so you can enjoy their patio all the time!!!

Chicken n waffles, scotch egg and southwest flatbreads- all delish

Melissa P.

This might be the best of the brew houses trending right now. The food is consistently great- tastes fresh, and everything I've tried has bold flavor. The flatbreads are great, my favorite is still the scotch egg. Salads and soup have all made me happy. The chicken and waffles, while not the best I've ever had, was a huge portion- chicken was crunchy outside and waffles were crisp and fluffy outside on the inside. The only dish I don't understand is the jalapeño poppers- the peppers were raw, making them tongue burningly uncomfortable. The beers are amazing. Go for Yuletide alone. The spicy notes hit your nose first, and the taste puts any other Christmas ale to shame. (Drink while cold though, not good if allowed to go warm). The other standout is the Deathly Mallows, dark, chocolaty, with toasted marshmallow top notes. Baba Yaga is the other regular favorite. These beers are really the only brand I've tried where I can taste all of the notes listed in the description, a taste explosion versus a sweet, muddled, bud light flavor. Service- even though you technically order at the counter, they have amazing staff who check on you and bring your items to the table.

Lauren N.

This was a disappointing visit. :( I have been dying to visit royal docks for months now and we made it our final stop on a trip to Akron/canton from Columbus. We weren't greeted and waited quite a while at 2 of the only 6ish bar stool seats to be noticed. People kept coming up right next to me to get served and finally a guy asked if we were doing ok. No.. we'd like beer or a hi or anything. Got a flight of 4 and were disappointed. Of the 3 breweries we visited today this is the least desirable and it was supposed to be the grand finale. Bummer :(

Taylor P.

We love this place! Their flatbreads are delicious as is their selection of beer. I tried the French onion soup tonight which was very good but the buffalo loaded fries were HOT. It mentioned ghost pepper cheese but these verged on inedible which was a bummer. I would stay away from those and try the pretzel or tots app. Staff is super friendly and attentive and it's a very clean, nice place.

Katelyn M.

Ok, this place was great. We got there early and were able to grab a table for 12. The waiter and waitresses were friendly and helpful. They had good food and delicious beer. I got the cherry gose, loaded fries, and hummus platter. It was all great! I really enjoyed being here and will definitely return. It's a great atmosphere and a fun place to be early in the evening.

Breanna S.

Am I allowed to say da*n in a review? Cause Royal Docks Brewing done did the da*n thing!! My friend and I were looking for a low key place to have couple of drinks and play some chess. We brought our own board and showed up around 4pm. There was only one other table there, and the friendly staff were all wearing masks. They also had hand sanitizer readily available and all tables were placed a significant distance apart. I also loved that you could place orders and pay on your phone. On top of the great service, both the food and drinks were next level. We ordered two flights and adored every beer. The PAV's blonde stout was unlike anything I'd ever had and stood out as one of the best beers I'd ever consumed. We shared the jalapeño poppers, Loaded Mexican fries and a Dutch egg flatbread. (Pardon the lack of use of actual menu names. I forgot to note them!) Literally every single beer and food item we had was mind blowing. The atmosphere was chill and welcoming. I cannot recommend Royal Docks enough and will certainly be bringing all of my friends here.

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Jeremy D.

9 years ago

The beer is world class. Had a couple and the standout was a toasted marshmallow stout. Couple of weird things. I would highly recommend trying every beer there. I definitely plan to. They seemed super laid back with how they serve. They encourage you to just order at the bar if you can't find your waiter. We had multiple waiters, also it was self seating and it was very busy so it was super unorganized in there. Lots of people wandering around the dining room and outside looking for seating and hovering around tables waiting for people to leave. A hostess that sat customers could have really helped because it was awkward. The atmosphere is great. well decorated, comfortable seating as well. The food was also outstanding. Just got a flatbread and some bruschetta and it was the perfect summer snack to pair with their outstanding beers. The thing that I didn't like was the location. Way off the highway in a strip mall. The crowd was weird and pretentious (Jackson crown) which isn't the fault of the brewery at all but you shouldn't expect a lot of "down to earth" people to be there. I hope that they open a location in Akron, downtown Canton, or even Cleveland area. The brewery itself gets 5 stars though. Great food, outstanding beer, laid back service (maybe to a fault), perfect atmosphere, crappy location. Lets me honest: all that matters is that the beer knocks your socks off, and this place delivers that sock-knocking-offness I look for. Great job Royal Docks! read more

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Joe D.

9 years ago

Gets better every visit. Nice selection of notable brews, varied menu of interesting selections. Very busy on the weekends but worth the drive to Canton. Had a band the nite we were there, wish they didn't. Too loud and not very good. read more

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John B.

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Brooke B.

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Cool place, the patio adds a really nice touch. We will definitely come back in the warmer months to enjoy the patio. Even though the location is in a strip plaza, royal docks does a great job of transporting you elsewhere once you step inside. Their food was decent-a flatbread pizza and sandwich, and the pretzel appetizer was good. You have to walk up to the bar to order, then a server drops your food off. The beers (we've tried all possible, every style was great) are all 4 stars and up, way to go on your brews, guys! We appreciated that they also had some guest tap handles and options, and good ones at that. Definitely a great spot in north canton! read more

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John B.

Cheers and thanks for the visit Brooke! We hope to see you soon and…

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Rick K.

9 years ago

Excellent, unique beers. Interesting menu - not fancy, but eclectic for Canton, Ohio. I'm having The Royal Jewels - 4 Jumbo meatballs served open-face on Hawaiian buns. Waitress was very knowledgeable and patient as we tried different beers, as this is our first time here. Very cool British decor. read more

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Eli Y.

8 years ago

Service/atmosphere: You get your own food at bar kind of annoying at times depending on wait, etc. Loud, they have a band so what do you expect. Food: Pretzel sticks 8/10 Lebanese fries 1/10 Tomato Bruschetta 10/10 best I have ever had Margherita flat bread 8/10 Will be back for sure! read more

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John B.

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Debra V.

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Newer trendy microbrew. Has bands on weekends. Beer menu is Royal Docks brews. Tried several. Liked Baba Yaga Coffee Port best. Vlad the Impaler was good. There's a Raspberry one that was full of fruity flavors. Try a flight! For food we only tried the jalapeños. Not a lot of flavor. Thought they'd be hotter. But we really liked the venue. Good vibs. read more

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John B.

Thank for the visit and review Debra. We really appreciate your…

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Bliss B.

9 years ago

Have never had a bad time here and the vibe has always been that the staff wants to make sure of that. Whether it was just a fun night out, or to go see a band, watch the Browns/Indians, Super Bowl and even watch the election numbers come in- The Docks promises exceptionally great food, that is actually worth the price (Although, it will get pricey if you want to order a ton of stuff plus drinks) and their personal brews made me start drinking beer after years of claiming I never would. I love the fact that not only can the owner be found in there almost on demand, but they enjoy eating and drinking from their establishment as well and you can tell The Docks is something they're proud of. For being a brewery, they also have a large bar menu as well with some unique/higher end liquors. I also like the fact that they have a few guest taps and, more importantly, their bathrooms are clean and if you need a spritz of hairspray or a little body mist, you can find what you need in there. read more

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John B.

Hello Bliss - Thanks for the visit, continued support and feedback.…

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Nicole W.

6 years ago

The beer and drinks are great. Service was good also. But... The food is horrible. Don't bother. We were excited because the menu looked good. But very disappointed. read more

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John B.

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Stacie C.

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As soon as my GPS told me to turn right into a strip mall, I knew I had hit another gem. Royal Docks Brewing Company occupies a great space with both indoor and outdoor patio seating. Indoor seating includes a few seats at the bar, high tables, low tables and small area with couch seating. There are several TVs (I'm guessing mostly used for viewing sporting events). Since the couches were taken, I took an empty seat at the bar. Naturally. I was greeted by one of two bartenders who handed me both the beer and the food menu. I wasn't really there for food but went with the Bavarian pretzel sticks with beer cheese and dark ale mustard. Part of the reason I picked the pretzels was because they were the cheapest item on the menu but at $5 it seemed a little too much for just two pretzel sticks. The beer cheese and mustard were great, though, and the pretzels were a good snack while drinking. Speaking of drinking...from my seat at the bar I saw 12 taps (including a few guest taps) and the list of available beers was impressive. I grabbed a flight order form ($1.50 for each sample, up to 6 on a paddle) and took my time making my selections. Some choices were easy (like the light and refreshing award-winning Welsh Summer Rare Wit, Pendragon). I decided to try different styles so I also went with the Yardarm Session IPA and the Daemonium (a Belgian). My final Royal Docks selection was Verbose. While the regular Verbose was not on tap, it was available on cask (made with blood oranges). Verbose seems to be a popular choice but I think the cask version I got to try was probably better. My final two choices were guest taps, both from R. Shea and both delicious. The Polymer Stout was a caramel espresso stout and The Islander was a coconut rum coffee stout. (Clearly R. Shea Brewing needs to be added to my list of places to check out.) Bartenders were friendly but could have been more attentive. I overheard one of them saying they had a long busy weekend after a local news article on Friday made them a very popular destination. I can understand that and it wasn't very busy while I was there however I still thought there could have been an extra person walking around checking on tables. As it was, any beer or food orders could only be made at the bar. Definitely a great destination for any craft beer fan. Given the order-at-the-bar protocol, I'd recommend trying to go at an off-peak time. Sunday afternoon seemed perfect. read more

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John B.

Hello Stacie - Thanks for the visit and very detailed review. I…

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Eric T.

9 years ago

I'd been hearing about this place for a long time, finally I made it down here Sunday evening for some drinks, food, and part of a Cavs game with a friend. The brewery is well-kept, tidy, and classy. The staff were courteous and helpful with my questions. The beers I sampled were solid, nothing super special, but it merits more visits. I will more than likely come back to try other beers. My main gripe with Royal was the food. I ordered some Cod (for some odd reason they were out of fries) for $9.50. What I received were (at best) two small pieces of fish that were the size of slightly-bigger chicken nuggets, a cup of peas, and a cup of coleslaw. Not at all pleased with the portions. Not a fan of places serving meals the size of appetizers. I don't know if this holds true for the other items on the menu but I'm probably not too far off in my thinking in that the rest of the menu is also over-priced meals the size of sides. Go to Royal for the beer and atmosphere but don't order any food. You'll be disappointed. read more

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John B.

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Tehya M.

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Originally tasted this at the Kent Beer Fest, drove 40 minutes out and not sure how we feel. I got the same beer that I liked, the mimosaic but in a bigger cup, wasn't as good. I'd maybe try the pilsner. The loaded waffles fries were pretty good. Only a 3/5 stars because of the drive and also one server was rude to us as we ordered but all smiles and laughs to some regulars that came in. I'd love to support this local company but probably wouldn't come back to brewery read more

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John B.

Tehya - we want to thank you for giving us a try. Unfortunately not…

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Joe R.

9 years ago

Stay Away Cigar Lover or BOTL if you want to smoke even outside, I got permission from a server to light up showing her the cigar. I ordered and had one pint of beer 2/3 I was scolded like a child, the owner or manager SENT to a corner to finish my Beer and was ejected. Now I told my story on yelp once, but the owner or his manager, attacked me by saying I was drunk and "Belligerent" "intoxicated", and did what he could to order me a Taxi, this was complete BS I had one Pint! read more

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John B.

Joe - It's unfortunate that your experience last summer still upsets…

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William C.

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Been at this brew pub several times. Not sure how "pub" is considered an accurate description of a bar/restaurant in a strip mall... Good selection of brews in a modestly appointed place. Hard surfaces everywhere. Their claim to "English flare" must relate to the brews, because the tables and chairs are right out of an airport bar, not an English Pub. The menu is sparse; do not expect a fine dining experience. What is not appreciated is the insistence on taking your credit card to start a tab. No one who is sentient trusts handing over a credit card for an hour or two to people you really do not know. A recipe for card fraud. The alternative is to pay for every drink, which is pretty ridiculous. read more

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John B.

Thanks for the multiple visits, support and review William. Our POS…

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Amanda S.

7 years ago

This place was great! We were looking for somewhere to grab food before heading home on a 2 hour drive and stopped by chance when seeing it in the plaza! What a great fine! So many flatbread options that were delicious. The quesadilla was delicious! One person in our party needed gluten free flat bread and it was delicious! Would recommend this place to everyone!! read more

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John B.

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Janice A.

7 years ago

Great food ! All samples were great ! Fresh hot food you wont be disappointed! Flatbreads and pretzel.. Yum!

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Pete C.

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As a craft beer guy from NY, I naturally have high expectations. I was pleasantly surprised across the board here. First, the atmosphere was fantastic; the "refined brewery" feel is a great atmosphere for the beer aficionado down to the family man who enjoys a beer from time to time. The food was VERY good. I had the Kale-Pesto flatbread (don't judge me). But it was very very good. Lastly and the most important- the BEER. I am an "untappd" guy who has tried over 3,000 beers and I can say I was very impressed and pleased with all 9 beers that I sampled. If IPA's have a special place in your heart like me- go for the WHITECHAPEL. All in all, I can't wait to come back and bring my NY friends. read more

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Horatiu B.

11 years ago

Amazing amazing grand opening and what an awesome beer. Met the owners too and they are just super nice and helpful. I wish them luck in this endeavor. read more

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Ellen C.

6 years ago

I visited here once and was served by who I believe were the owners- they were rude to their staff and obviously stressed with their customers. I went again tonight jusr to get my beer passport stamped an was BLOWN. away. By their customer service. Sydney and Ian took great care of us, refilling our waters and cleaning up as we ate. If I could be promised they'd take care of us every time; I'd return for the subpar beer. In a world where everything can be done online, customer service is so important. Way to go, Ian and Sydney. read more

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John B.

Ellen - thanks for the return visit. Yes, we also agree that service…

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Steve B.

10 years ago

Great brews! There seems to be brew pubs popping up everywhere these days and some of them clearly have no idea what they are doing. These guys get it. Many styles of home concocted beer to choose from, and none of them suck. I like a strong IPA while my wife is more of a Russian stout fan. Both are on the menu including a cask stout version of the "Vlad" which I highly recommend. They actually had two other stouts on a rotation. We ordered some pretzel stick appetizers which came with cheese sauce and mustard. The cheese had some fresh herbs on top. Classy. We stopped in very early and so service was quick as it comes. Nice atmosphere too. Loud music inside, quieter outside. And it was a pleasant mix of dance and 90's tunes. Would like to return next time I am in the area. read more

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John B.

Thanks for the visit and review. We always appreciate the suport and…

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Jessie H.

7 years ago

There was nothing about this place we didn't like!! The beer was phenomenal (pendragon was our favorite), and the food we had was absolutely delicious! The building has great aesthetics and the outside patio is beautiful. Bathrooms were clean and the staff was friendly. Can't wait to visit again!! read more

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Raluca L.

11 years ago

If you like beer, you'll definitely enjoy their selection, wonderfully rich and complex! My friends call me a beer snob because of my love for pale ales, scouts, generally dark, bitter beers and because I'm so picky when it comes to beer. With all that being said, I was blown away by this place, amazing drinks and cool atmosphere. Congrats to the owners! read more

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Madison B.

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I love this bar! Lexi was the best server!! Great beer selection and friendly atmosphere. I will be back again! Thank you lexi for your great beer recommendations!!! approved read more

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Nathan V.

8 years ago

Holy shit this place is incredible!! We did the tour with John who was fantastic - teaching us about all the beer and how they make it. Then we went to the actual brewery where Caroline and Kyle rocked our world! They provided top notch service while recommending the perfect combination of beer and food. I can assure you we'll be back strictly based on the service those two provided. You MUST check out this place, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Nathan - thanks for the visit and review. Will let the taproom staff…

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Gretchen B.

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A little disappointed by Royal Docks. Great space, but no wait staff? You stand at the counter and wait to order beer, mixed drinks and food. Nice selection of old cocktails, micro brewed beer and a limited selection of appetizer type food items. If you plan to talk to your friends or date, find a table toward the rear. The acoustics are not the best withe cement floor and steel. It is really difficult to hear when the band is playing and I guess they like it that way. Their menu even says so. read more

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John B.

Hello Gretchen - we thank you for the visit. Your review described…

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Molly K.

9 years ago

The beer is amazing! No worries, if you don't drink beer other adult beverages are available. The food is really great. One of our favorites is the Scotch Egg Flatbread. The menu will not disappoint. The service is wonderful and there is always a fun band or other event going on at Royal Docks. John, the owner is usually there wondering around making sure his customers are well taken care of. This is our go to brewery in Canton and what is even better????? John is canning his wonderful brews so folks all over can enjoy at home. read more

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Adam W.

10 years ago

Great selection of craft beers & ultra-friendly owners and staff. My go-to spot when in town. Nice size patio for those nice Summer nights. read more

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John B.

Thanks for the visit Adam! We appreciate the support and hope to see…

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Kenneth T.

10 years ago

Very nice brewery. Several IPAs available. Very nice n friendly staff. Sampled a flight and took 2 growlers home. Well worth the visit read more

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John B.

Thanks for the visit and review Kenneth! Cheers!

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Sherri Y.

7 years ago

We went to their event venue for Mother's day High tea! Exceptional! Service, food everything was wonderful. Afterwards we went to the taproom and hung out on their patio. Great place! read more

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Mark K.

7 years ago

Nice place, friendly staff, and good food. But not a good place if you are going for the live music. Alot of people are not there for the entertainment, so they talk louder over the band or performer, making it almost impossible to hear the music. Better to find out another venue the entertainment is playing on another night. read more

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John B.

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Kitty G.

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8 years ago

This place is great. They have some really good beers and their food is just as good. They do some cool live music things as well. Nice atmosphere and location. The owners are paying attention to detail and it shows. Great job! read more

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John B.

Kitty - Thanks for the visit, feedback and support. It's always a…

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Kristen P.

8 years ago

We absolutely love everything about this place. The food is fantastic. We try to order unusual things and we have never been disappointed. Try the scotch egg flatbread or the queensway appetizer. All of the beers are fabulous. I don't like IPAs but theirs is actually good. The atmosphere is great and their special events are fun. Definitely try them out if you haven't. read more

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John B.

Thanks for the visit and review Kristen.

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John F.

5 years ago

Went to Royal Docks Brewing 2668 Easton Street, NW Canton for a nice casual evening. For starters, placing an order took 20 minutes. Getting our food took an hour, for Bratwurst and Fries. Once the food was finally received, it was cold!!!!! The Bratwurst was the worst that I've ever tasted. This place is extremely over priced for food and service. The meal should have been given to us for FREE instead offering a very small discount. NEVER, EVER again will we plan an evening there!!!!!! John K Frazier....... read more

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Beth W.

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I've had to make a lot of trips to Canton due to a family situation and had been meaning to stop by for some time. I finally made it last night to sample the beers and eat dinner. I usually sit at the bar, but since it was Saturday night and it was full, I grabbed a table. It is self seating and as they point out on table menus and signs, you order your food and drinks at the bar and they serve you wherever you choose to sit. They have a lot of four-top tables and larger communal tables, as well as a decent patio. As is my custom when I visit breweries, I got a flight of some of their brews. For dinner, I ordered the pulled pork sliders and a side of fries. The beers were all good (I'm partial to the lighter stuff) and the pork sliders were really tasty, as were surprisingly the fries, which I think get treated as a filler/afterthought at most establishments, to the point I often don't bother anymore. The staff was very friendly and attentive and the place had a great atmosphere. Also, if you or your companions are not into beer, they also have a selection of other drinks to choose from. read more

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John B.

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Lindsey M.

9 years ago

I'm a very typical reviewer. I only review if it was really great or really terrible. In this case, it was an all around terrible experience. I was looking forward to their food, as I had checked out the menu in advance. Beer was fine. No complaints on that. It's your basic craft brewery beer. The food, however, was a different story. We ordered the meatball appetizer in the bourbon sauce. Meatballs were obviously just frozen, nothing unique or stand out about the sauce. Not nearly worth what we paid. I ordered the summer salad and added shrimp for $5. The salad itself was fine, because it's really hard to mess up a salad. The 3 cold, super salty pieces of shrimp for $5 were not okay. I didn't even eat them. My date ordered the taco special. They were underwhelming to say the least. Icing on the cake...I go to cash out and I swipe my card, leave a tip and head out. Notification on my bank account says I have a pending transaction with them for $1, which I thought was weird. Next day, charge isn't in my account. Cool...never got charged for my mediocre meal. Not so cool...the guy behind me did get charged. Once for his meal, and once for mine. Summary: This place is trying to hard to be something they're not. Could have been a fluke. I won't know because I'm not planning on going back. read more

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Derrick L.

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8 years ago

Excellent selection of brews. Besides their own beers they have rotating beers. A good variety plus the fish and chips r excellent!

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Emily M.

9 years ago

Had the Aloha and the Docks Margarita flatbreads. Very fresh and delicious. Tried a flight of the beers. The Yardarm was good if you like an IPA and the Vlad was an excellent stout. Don't miss out on the Yuletide seasonal ale. It gives the other Christmas ales on the market a run for the money ;) read more

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Susanna S.

8 years ago

Awesome place. Hands on owners, friendly knowledgeable staff! Sooo many great beers oh and the Scotch egg flatbread is a must!

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Kristin K.

7 years ago

Total chaos. You have to continually get up and go to the bar to order both food and drinks. Seating is a free for all. Do not recommend.

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Molly W.

9 years ago

Good food, good prices, good beer! Basic set up, you order your own food at the bar. We were there in the winter and would like to return during warmer weather to enjoy their outdoor patio and fire pit. read more

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Paul J.

9 years ago

Great food, great beer, great atmosphere and great service. Absolutely one of my favorite restaurants in Canton/Massillon.

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7162 Fulton Dr NW
Canton, OH 44718
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(330) 353-9103
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Hours

What time does Royal Docks Brewing open?

Royal Docks Brewing opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Royal Docks Brewing opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Royal Docks Brewing close?

Royal Docks Brewing closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.Royal Docks Brewing closes at 10:00 PM on Wednesday and Thursday.Royal Docks Brewing closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Tue 4:00 PM - 9:00 PMWed-Thu 4:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri 4:00 PM - 11:00 PMSat 12:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Royal Docks Brewing take Bitcoin?

No, Royal Docks Brewing does not take Bitcoin.

Does Royal Docks Brewing take credit cards?

Yes, Royal Docks Brewing takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Royal Docks Brewing have catering options?

Yes, Royal Docks Brewing does have catering options.

Does Royal Docks Brewing have a happy hour?

Yes, Royal Docks Brewing has a happy hour.

Services

Is Royal Docks Brewing by appointment only?

No, Royal Docks Brewing is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Royal Docks Brewing allow dogs?

Yes, Royal Docks Brewing allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Royal Docks Brewing have bike parking?

Yes, Royal Docks Brewing has bike parking.

Does Royal Docks Brewing have parking?

Yes, Royal Docks Brewing has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Royal Docks Brewing wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Royal Docks Brewing is wheelchair accessible.

From the Business

Specialties

We are a micro-brewery with a focus on great craft beers... English flare and beers located in Canton, Ohio.

History

Established in 2015.

Royal Docks Brewing Co. is a small brewery with big ambitions. Our plans are to grown into one of Ohio's most unique offerings among the rest. North East Ohio is home and our roots are deep. We are committed to brewing beers with classic flavors and no compromise on taste! Our travel has given us a unique experience and opportunity to sample many different beers and foods around the world. We are bringing a small part back to Canton, Ohio and excited to share it with you.

Meet the Business Owner: John R.

John Bikis is the owner of Royal Docks Brewing Company

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Health Score

Best Brewery in all of Canton. Maybe even in all of NE Ohio,If you love beer you need to try…read moreMuskellunge. If you haven't tried the beer you're missing out. Multiple Award winning brews, can't go wrong with anything. Highly Recommend! Owners are super nice people as well! Very cool calm atmosphere.

Cute little brewery in Canton, near the art district. We saw a few dogs while we were there, which…read moreis always fun! Interesting brews on the menu!

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Storefront

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Two great beers with owner/brewer Frank in the background!

Codex Brewing

4.9(7 reviews)

3.3 mi

An excellent place to grab a beer…read more Stopped in one afternoon and sampled a few beers. The staff were very knowledgeable about the different types and super friendly. Large, open space for such a small building. Looking forward to sampling more beers in the future!

We stopped in today on a whim and we are so glad we did. The space was comfortable and plenty of…read moreseating throughout the space. The staff was super friendly and very helpful in terms of talking us through their different beers and making suggestions based on what we typically like. I went with three tasters: Relish, Needle and A Beer of One's Own. I loved Relish and A Beer of One's Own. Needle wasn't my favorite but my boyfriend totally enjoyed it. We will definitely stop back in anytime we're in the area and have a little time to kill.

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Not the Only Fruit (Blood Orange)

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A tale of two berries fruited ale

Paradigm Shift Brewing

4.6(31 reviews)

4.6 mi

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My husband and I went to Paradigm Brewing for the first time last night. We searched various…read morebreweries and Paradigm was the only one around (other than two others) open on New Years Day. And we had not been before, so we were excited for the opportunity to try it out! We passed it a couple times around the block as we had no idea it was pretty much a garage like location built on a house. It's such a cool idea and very comfortable, relaxing environment. They had great beer choices! The coffee blonde was amazing and we also enjoyed the coconut beer. I closed my eyes and imagined the waves on my feet. The buffalo wrap was amazing and the tater tots are something to talk about! You can customize your tots or just get them plain. Overall, we will be back!

Good beer and lots of seating. I like the lime gose the best. Would go back. Looks like a newer…read moreplace.

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Paradigm Shift Brewing, Massillon OH

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Entrance

Fat Head's Brewery

4.0(400 reviews)

3.3 mi

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Great food great service!! Would highly recommend it! We are…read morefrom Michigan and like to explore new places! Well we went last night,and are heading back tonight!

We had dinner here last night and the food and service was great!…read more My spouse and I both ordered burger and upgraded our fries. ~ Gluten free friends ~ They offer a gluten free bun and have dedicated fryers for chips and fries!

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More tanks, your welcome!

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3 smoked wings. More like 6. Very tasty, smoky and a nice spicy kick. House made ranch awesome.

New Berlin Brewing

4.4(36 reviews)

4.9 mi

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Nice and clean. Plenty of options. Great customer service…read more Opted for the "Damn the Kaiser" American IPA. Nice taste, very hop forward. Definitely gonna come again when I'm in the Canton-Akron area.

This German food was impressive! The pork schnitzel and spätzle came out perfect and delicious. The…read moresoup of the day: loaded baked potato was hot & delicious! The seating area is clean and well up kept.

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Der ROTH!!!

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Route 62 Butts & Brews

5.0(3 reviews)

7.6 mi

Excellent selection of ipas and craft beers. They also have a nice selection of hookahs. Beer bongs?read more

Probably the best selection of beers in town. I stopped in on a whim and was amazed by all of the…read moremicro brews. I was able to pick up Anchor Christmas, Ohio Brewing Jingle Bell Ale, and some odd bottles. They also had a lot of Ohio made beers, several Magic Hat varieties, and Founders. If you're into beer, stop in.

Unhitched Brewing

4.2(39 reviews)

11.8 mi

Great gluten free options! Very friendly and knowledgeable…read moreteam! Try the pizza! It was a wonderful experience!

Chicken Sammie wasn't good, no where on the menu did it state it was deep fried. It was a Friday…read morenight which it was busy. But service was very good .. Ambiance was good I mean it it is a brewery.. so there is that...

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Fish & Chips

Chicken Sandwich & Fries

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GENERAL TSO'S BRUSSELS SPROUTS

The Crush House

4.2(121 reviews)

7.0 mi

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The Crush House was a great experience from start to finish. The food was amazing. the cheese…read moresticks were absolutely incredible, the pork chop was cooked perfectly, and the chicken pasta was delicious. On top of that, our server Chloe was so sweet and just the cutest. She made the whole experience even better. Definitely looking forward to coming back!

4.5 rating. Stopped by after work on a Friday after work. Cold and windy outside but warm and…read more'chillin' on the inside. Zinfandel, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, and Meatball Linguini. Delicious. Great service too.

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The Crush House Bar

Magherita chicken

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Tiramsui martini

Fronimo's Downtown

4.5(67 reviews)

6.9 mi

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We recently tried Fronimo's in downtown Canton and had a great experience. The place was busy, so…read moreservice was a little slow, but honestly, it gave us more time to relax and enjoy the evening. The menu had a solid selection! We started with the fried green tomatoes, which were a bit more on the "fried" side than the tomato flavor coming through, but still very tasty and I'd order them again. I had the scallop special with rice pilaf, and they were hands down the most tender scallops I've had in years. My wife had the pork cutlets, which were excellent. Between the atmosphere, food, and friendly staff, we left full and happy--no leftovers here!

We don't often eat downtown but wanted to try this restaurant out. It's a small establishment…read moreconsisting of high top tables and a bar. Most of the patrons seemed to be seated at the bar. The server who greeted us was warm and welcoming and the young lady who took care of was polite. She used a piece of paper to go over the small plate specials as there were more on her list than on the menu. Glasses of water arrived with quickness and our beverages came shortly thereafter. My pint of Blue Moon came with a pour about an inch and a quarter from the top and below temperature. I find that when you see over 8 handles from one horizontal tower you lose temperature control on the first pour. We started off with some small plates: Spanakopita Eggrolls- which included your traditional flavor and a wonton wrapper and they were okay. The Special Small Plates- Honey Walnut Shrimp arrived with Brussel Sprouts which weren't advertised but we were okay with. This sweet dish was very not sugar friendly and the shrimp lacked crispness. In fact the coating was so soggy that the batter just came off when picking it up. The pricey Vietnamese shrimp and crab cakes (Small Pates) were also average. You definitely picked up on the amount of filler at first bite and also noticed that the center was not at temperature and too creamy. Our main dishes showed and my wife opted for the Special Main: Cod, but she thought it was so so especially at the price charged. My Pork Chop was cooked to my requested temperature and needed some help with the salt and pepper shaker. The accompanying pasta was very firm and had enough Olive Oil on the plate to to help out the pasta. The green beans were fine. There was no dessert for us, but our server used her trusty paper to give us the run down on their desserts. I boxed up my remaining leftovers and paid the check. Be advised that everyone is now charging a percentage for using a credit card, so be advised as it is listed at the very bottom of their menu.

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Sea scallops, big plate

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Salted caramel martini

The Brew Kettle

3.5(19 reviews)

5.1 mi

We did a team dinner at the Brew Kettle. For this dinner we did a buffet instead of individual…read moreorders. Our buffet that was located on the second floor included the golf simulators as well. The food I tried included pulled chicken, bruschetta chicken pasta, chicken, fingers, brussel sprouts, sliders, and salad. Everything was really good. I was especially impressed with the quality since it was served buffet style. The downstairs is a decent restaurant and bar area. Like I stated previously, the second floor included golf simulators, a smaller bar, and a bunch of high top tables. Also accessable from the second floor is a pretty sweet deck area that overlooks the Hall of Fame Stadium.

Two story restaurant with simulated golf screens is nice. Downstairs is large. An elevator takes…read moreyou upstairs to a rooftop patio, and sofa lounging areas in front of three golf screens. Get a reservation for these. Put names on the computer, choose a game and begin hitting. Hightop tables surround the area. We came for lunch. Food is better bar food and includes salads. We split a Reuben and had the recommended breaded green beans, which we would not order again. They had no taste, and had too much breading. The patio was busy. Service was fine. A large full bar completes the room. Unfortunately, upstairs there was one unisex bathroom.

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Buffet style food

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Thomas N.

10 years ago

I was humiliated and treated like a little child, I was on the Dock's VERY large totally outdoor patio,no Awnings or anything. I got a beer that was OK, but I can name several that are more tasty. Had an order of soggy fish and chips, palateable, but something I would get at Denny's. I asked the Bartender, who you have to give your order to like at McDonalds. I asked if I could smoke a cigar on the patio, he said yes, no problem, there were no "no smoking" signs. PLENTY OF CIGARETTE SMOKERS! And listed smoking permitted outside on Yelp! So I purposely go to the outer part of the large patio area, ate my fish, afterwards, I asked the people on both sides of me if they minded. Lit up my $18 cigar, a Padron Anniversario 1926. I had two pints, the wind was pushing the smoke out to the parking lot! As I was at the end of my cigar some little Pudgy kid ununiformed 20-25, said I was violating state law, which I was not and " I had to stand in the corner to finish my drink with the cigar", I was pointed to a dark corner where only 1 person could fit. I am not 5 Not 25, Over 35! Why would ALL of the severs come and go for over an hour and have the people on each side converse with me, then suddenly some pudgly little Punk try to lie to me about the law!!!!, go against the point of having a patio in Ohio at a Bar, and told to stand in a corner to finish my Mediocre beer that cost more than $8. My Prediction, after the summer this place will not survive the winter, with their noisy little beer hall with gross British Foods only on the menu hard furniture and concrete floors. And liquor selection smaller than I keep at home THE BIGGEST PROBLEM: The Ownership, Management and Employees, should have a policy about smoking on their patio and have this policy posted in Conspicuous Places. Then they should not discrimate between Cigarette or Cigar Smokers, whats the difference, they are both Tobacco being smoked, in fact one all natural and one with added chemichals.!!!!! Don't waste your time, don't be treated like the 4 year old that wet his pants and has to stand in the corner, the beer is Nothing Special, other than It was made their. Beers were between $6 and $8.50 a pint. The ONLY Time I have been shamed by ANYONE especially a twentysomething in a Restaurant or Bar, Ever!!!!!!!! I have in a Very Nice carpeted restaurant (indoors) in Northern Kentucky been asked very politely and offered another glass of Wine if I finished my cigar on their patio, not a Concrete Beer Hall with a live band at Dusk. And was said to me in this manor. "I would be happy to give you a complimentary glass of wine if you finshed smoking on our patio." And all of our glasses were moved out to the patio by a waiter and made comfortable. Not So at "the Docks" read more

Tamara M.

11 years ago

We visited several breweries on 10/17/15, and by far this was our favorite. We made ourselves comfortable at the bar and were warmly welcomed by Ian and Tiffany and John, who have great attitudes and definitely know their beer business. After we made our beer selections, we looked around and appreciated the unique decor of the place. It's obvious that a lot of thought and care went into making this an establishment that people will want to return to. The beer was exceptional. The Tanglefoot IPA and the Prodigal Sun Cask Ale were fantastic! We also completely enjoyed the 67 Alaska, but of course, all of the beer we tried was great! John, the owner, greeted us and made sure we were having a great time. On our next trip, we will be prepared to sample items from the food menu as it has great potential! read more

Jeff B.

246

10 years ago

This place is what Stark County needed! Beers are excellent and on point to what you will find in the UK. They have 3-4 beers that are always in there rotation but also introduce some pretty awesome others, 8-10 in total. Dæmonium is there most recent beer which is a Belgian-style strong golden ale born and bred in the wood barrels they have in the taproom. The food is very unique with flatbreads, small plates, and of course the traditional fish and chips. The patio they have is amazing! Overall great atmosphere, speedy service, and a cool modern spot to hangout and enjoy local craft beers! I highly recommend this place! read more

Barbie Z.

10 years ago

The beer was tasty, the olives were different but devoured ... AND the chef has perfected the art of no-grease "frying". -You want wings, battered fish or fries CRISPY? Done! -Want them a bit softer, and wings saucier? Done! -Want them all soft and chewy instead? Done! The portions are smaller than mainstream gluttony and are priced just right in case you want to double up on wings or more, and skip the oh-so-awesome Flatbreads (which you won't, trust me)! I was skeptical because they're different, but their difference was what sold me (not to mention my taste buds!). Different is GREAT here. Thumbs up - a 5! read more

Brandon R.

11 years ago

Great beer, great place, great people, great atmosphere. If you want to have a good time, check this place out. Facilities are super clean, the staff is well on top on cleaning up after others have left. You don't feel that dirty vibe as you get from some other pubs. The nice thing is, this is a different experience than anywhere else around. It has the home feel of a classic London pub, but brought with it the willingness to get loud. These people are fantastic and did an amazing job. I will be coming back for sure! read more

Dave C.

10 years ago

I have been drug here a few times. It is loud, no Wait Staff, bad acoustics. Very Loud. C quality beer. I have never had more than one beer here. Anyone who gives youa one or two to The Royal Docks, the owners son calls them drunks, said they shouldn't have driven home. If your critical of this loud, order everything at the bar and get some time in the afterlife place they go for the jugular in slamming you. read more

Victoria H.

9 years ago

This place is great! From the beer to the food to the service. Kyle tended to us and he was FANTASTIC! Not only friendly and attentive, but very knowledgeable. The atmosphere is very cool and the staff is always on their toes. Ready to serve. We had an amazing time there and it was well worth the trip! We will make it back there often! read more

Sue L.

8 years ago

Great beer, good food and cool atmosphere. Everyone is always friendly and welcoming. Love the outdoor seating and firepit area. Offering blankets is a nice touch. The pretzels and beer cheese are the best, as all the other food. Just fun place to hang out and meet new friends. read more

Daniel D.

8 years ago

Amazing on all levels - The beer is incredible and the atmosphere is just as sweet-the staff is friendly and it's well priced. It's also kid friendly-what's not to like about this place? I give it five stars and would give it six if possible! A MUST Go! read more

Brock C.

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11 years ago

A great addition to Jackson Township! Not a bad beer on the list. The atmosphere is like something you would experience in a big city. I enjoyed my Porter next to a gas fire pit on the patio. I will definitely be making many trips back! read more

Phillis P.

10 years ago

Our first time visiting, we were blown away! The beers were excellent as well as the food. Our server was great. We enjoyed the flights more than most places we've been too. We recommend Royal Docks highly! read more

Dave S.

10 years ago

Probably my favorite Ohio brewery. Just on point from A to Zed. There's a beer for every taste - representative of a wide variety of styles. Lagers and ales including a full time selection of cask beer. read more

Henry W.

11 years ago

The best atmosphere of any new brewery around. The beer was above average and the food was average. Service was the worst part. Not sure they wanted to be there, let alone wait on customers. read more

Pamela H.

9 years ago

We enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, the beer is very good, and the food is great. It is just a great place to go and have a nice relaxing evening out. Everyone has always been so nice. read more

Chad E.

10 years ago

Great location, great beer, great music...what's not to like! Oh, and the bartender is really cute too!! Nice selection of food to order as well. read more

Ryan G.

8 years ago

This place is amazing. The bar tenders are all super cool. Mackenzie was extremely helpful and she was by far my favorite. I cant eait to go back. read more

Sam B.