Neighborhood brewery with a strong beer lineup and a bar that encourages lively conversation with personable staff and a welcoming atmosphere.
Unplugged Brewing Company
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Elyria
4.7
Craft brewery with unique brews, board games, live music, and a welcoming atmosphere offering local vibes in Elyria.
The BottleHouse Brewery and Mead Hall
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Lakewood
4.5
Brewpub with a rich selection of house-made beers, ciders, and meads plus a lively trivia night and robust bar games in lively Lakewood.
Terrestrial Brewing Company
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Cleveland
4.6
Industrial-chic brewery with a wide selection of house beers and expansive patio seating near Lake Erie.
Sibling Revelry Brewing
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Westlake
4.5
Tasty craft beers and wood-fired pizza with plenty of seating and fire pits offer an engaging night with games and trivia in Westlake.
Saucy Brew Works - Cleveland's Award-Winning Brewery & Pizza
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Cleveland
4.1
Two-tier brewery crafting European-style beers and customizable thin-crust pizzas with lively bar games and live performances.
Royal Docks Brewing Co. - Tied House + Kitchen
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Cleveland
4.5
Craft brewery in Ohio City with a wide selection of beers, British-inspired food, and a lively bar with downtown views.
Rocky River Brewing Co
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Cleveland
4.5
Family-friendly gastropub offers house-brewed beers and an updated menu featuring burgers, pizza, pasta, and sandwiches.
Red Wagon Farm
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Columbia Station
4.6
Farm brewery and market with freshly brewed beers, seasonal produce, live music, and a lively bar offering a variety of local craft drinks.
Noble Beast Brewing Co.
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Cleveland
4.7
Lively taproom offering house-brewed beers and elevated bar snacks with fast service and local specialties in Cleveland.
Mosaic Brewing Company
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Cleveland
4.9
Craft brews, rooftop city views, and artisan pizzas shape this lively brewery in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood.
Masthead Brewing Co.
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Cleveland
4.6
Expansive brewery and taproom serving American & Belgian beers paired with wood-fired pizzas in a spacious Downtown Cleveland setting.
Market Garden Brewpub & Pizza
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Cleveland
4.6
Brewpub with house beers, creative sandwiches, and a patio for lively gatherings in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood.
Lorain Brewing Company and Event Center
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Lorain
4.2
Trendy brewery and event space in Lorain offering craft beers, cocktails, comfort food, great views, and a lively atmosphere for groups and solo diners.
Haven Brewing
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Oberlin
4.8
Cozy brewpub serving artisan pizzas, flatbreads, and unique dips with craft beers and cocktails in a trendy Oberlin spot.
Goldhorn Brewery
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Cleveland
4.6
Spacious Cleveland brewery with seasonal housemade beers, a long bar, outdoor tables, and lively taproom activities including games and glassblowing.
Franklin Brewing Company
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Grafton
4.7
Small Ohio brewery with a rotating selection of craft beers and live acoustic music, offering a spotless venue with friendly staff and food trucks.
Forest City Brewery
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Cleveland
4.5
Spacious brewery with extensive beer selection, lively beer garden, and live music. Vibrant drinks, hearty food options, and a raw industrial charm.
Fat Head's Brewery
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Middleburg Heights
4.5
Industrial-style brewery with an extensive craft draft selection and pub grub featuring seasonal options in Middleburg Heights, OH.
Cornerstone Brewery Co
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Berea
4.5
Brewpub with house drafts and a varied menu including pizza, burgers & sandwiches, serving Berea with great beer and friendly service.
Collision Bend Brewing Company Cleveland
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Cleveland
4.3
Trendy waterfront brewpub featuring house-brewed beers and creative New American plates with river views and lively bar games.
Broadview Brewing Company
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Broadview Heights
4.8
Award-winning local brewery with rotating craft beers, lively trivia nights, and live music evenings in Broadview Heights.
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Catskills & Hudson Valley Nigtlife FAQs
What are the best bars in the Catskills?
The Catskills are full of character-packed bars—from dim taverns in Woodstock to mountaintop cocktail lounges in Windham. Local favorites include The Pines in Mt. Tremper for classic cocktails, Rip Van Winkle Brewing Company in Catskill for casual pints, and West Kill Brewing for scenic drinks among the peaks.
Are there breweries with views in the Catskills?
Yes, several. West Kill Brewing overlooks rolling ridgelines and forest trails, Upward Brewing Company in Livingston Manor has its own hiking path that leads to a lookout, and Catskill Brewery pairs small-batch beers with woodland charm right off Main Street.
Where can I grab a drink at an inn or hotel?
Many Catskill inns have their own bars worth visiting even if you’re not staying overnight. The Deer Mountain Inn near Tannersville serves craft cocktails beside the fire, Urban Cowboy Lodge mixes après-style drinks in a rustic lodge setting, and The Roxbury Motel is known for its playful, themed bar experience.
Can you drink at wineries in the Catskills?
You sure can. Most Catskills wineries and cideries have tasting rooms or patios for sipping. Try Whitecliff Vineyard near Gardiner, Hudson-Chatham Winery, or Wayside Cider in Andes for small-batch pours with local flavor.
What’s nightlife like in the Catskills?
It’s relaxed, social, and grounded in good company. You’ll find live music at Tubby’s in Kingston, late-night conversation at Phoenicia Diner After Dark events, and local festivals that keep the mountain towns buzzing well past sunset.
When’s the best time to visit Catskills breweries and bars?
Fall and summer are peak seasons — patios open, live music fills the evenings, and mountain views stretch for miles. Winter brings fireplace bars, ski-town après spots, and quiet tasting rooms perfect for small gatherings.
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