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7 Ohio Breweries to Visit on National Beer Day

April 5, 2019 by Rachel 30 Comments

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Did you know that this Sunday, April 7th, is National Beer Day? Well, I for one am here for it, friends! Anyway, to celebrate my love of hops and local breweries is something I can get excited for. And here in Northeast Ohio, we have so many incredible craft brewers and micro-breweries! I’ve rounded up a list of my favorites. Perhaps you should give one (or two) a visit this Sunday!

HiHo Brewing Company  //

This is the local fave of many. Homebrewers turned pro-brewers, Ali and Jon have transformed the local craft beer market. They offer a wide variety of rotating taps as well as local craft soda from local brand Norka.

They run a small kitchen, which currently features meat and cheese boards, salads, and bread options (like a brewery pretzel and pepperoni roll) from the local Brimfield Bread Oven.

Soon enough they will have a full-service wood-fired pizza oven to round out their food offerings.

Bonus? They are offering Yoga On Tap this Sunday, April 7th at 10:45 am. For $15, you’ll receive a 60-minute yoga class led by the instructors from the Yoga Lounge in Hudson plus a post-flow beer (or coffee from Akron Coffee Roasters).

Follow them on social:  instagram  |  facebook  |  twitter  |  website

R. Shea Brewing  //

In my humble brewery snob opinion, this is by far the best brewery around — and it is severely underrated. Ronald Shea is another home-brewer turned pro-brewer, operating out of a little spot on Merriman Road in the Valley of Akron.

They previously had partnered with local-legends of Diamond Deli to serve kitchen-fare, but have since spun off with their own homemade sandwiches and wraps. Truthfully, they are on par with the Diamond Deli sandwiches (and are well worth a visit to the brewery if beer isn’t your thing).

Ronald is currently documenting his journey at opening a second location in Downtown Akron on Facebook. As a previous employee of this area of Akron, I can tell you that this would be an incredible addition to the area. In the meantime, check out their taproom in the Valley and tell my favorite bartender, David, Rachel says hello.

Bonus? Compared to almost every other craft brewery, they are the most reasonably priced. They also offer a “sandwich of the week” for just $5.

Follow them on social:  instagram  |  facebook  |  twitter  |  website

Sibling Revelry  //

This gorgeous and open brewery, located in Westlake, not only is home to some incredible beers (such as Cherry Wit, Siblime, and Quiet Hero), but they frequently partner with food trucks so that they can deliver what they do best — make beer.

If you head to the taproom you’ll be able to get a delicious flight of beers and try a variety of local food options (from Barrio to Burning River Bagels), making each visit different from the last.

Bonus? Their patio is super inclusive for those of us with babies and fur babies!

Follow them on social:  instagram  |  facebook  |  twitter  |  website

The Brew Kettle  //

Want to try and make your own beer? There’s no better place to do it than the Brew Kettle in Strongsville. Not into brewing your own beer? Well, the good news is that they have their own lineup of awesome beers (I’m looking at you White Rajah).

They have two other locations — one in Amherst and one in Hudson — this brewpub is super accessible and a great way to dabble in craft beers for the first time.

Bonus? Their food menu is pretty good, too (try the smokehouse wings and the smoked turkey spinach salad — you won’t be sorry!).

Follow them on social:  instagram  |  facebook  |  twitter  |  website

Akronym Brewing //

This relatively new brewery is nestled into the bottom of the building that houses the parking deck for the library and the Akron Art Museum. It may seem like a strange location, but it’s honestly perfect and absolutely beautiful.

It’s definitely not huge inside the brewery, but it is a really contemporary space. Also, the name Akronym and the story of the brewery (go read it here) speaks to my nerdy soul in a serious way.

For those non-word nerds, there’s still plenty for you to enjoy — including, but not limited to, a wide array of award-winning craft brews and a patio that makes other breweries envious.

Bonus? The brewery regularly partners with Akron Yoga and Wellness for classes and they offer food via Any Thyme Any Plate (a delicious food truck) for brunch on the weekends.

Follow them on social:  instagram  |  facebook  |  twitter  |  website

Fat Heads Brewery and Saloon  //

I feel like this should come with a disclaimer, but Head Hunter from Fat Heads is one of my favorite beers of all time. And the only thing better than a bottle of Head Hunter is getting it on tap at the brewery itself.

Established in 1992, the brewery exploded on the craft beer market. The original location has had to expand several times but is continuing to call Middleburg Heights home.

With the addition of their Canton location last year, you’re now able to enjoy Fat Heads Brewery whether you’re a “northerner” or a “southerner” in Cleveland!

Bonus? Catch the Balance + Brews team at the Middleburg Heights location monthly for a yoga class and post-flow brew!

Follow them on social:  instagram  |  facebook  |  twitter  |  website

Royal Docks Brewing Co.  //

Part craft brewery, part British pub, this cozy spot is perfect for the craft beer foodie! Stop in for a Backyard Crusher or a Dare IPA and get to know the staff of this ‘neighborhood’ pub.

While you’re there, try out some of their signature flatbreads like the Royal Scotch Egg or The Castro. And if you are feeling adventurous, visit their brewery and cannery for a behind-the-scenes look at the process (which just so happens to be housed in an old roller rink).

Bonus? You can book your next event in their roller rink/cannery! Such a cool setting.

Follow them on social:  instagram  |  facebook  |  twitter  |  website

 

Wherever you find yourself on National Beer Day, make sure you bring a friend, relax and unwind, enjoy the flight, and always drink responsibly. 

 

 

 

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  1. jenna

    April 5, 2019 at 9:30 pm

    I’ve never been to Ohio!! I would love to plan a weekend trip out there. Looks like so much fun 🙂 Saving this for later

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  2. Kristy Bullard

    April 6, 2019 at 10:57 am

    I’ll have to tell my brother about this! He loves to try different kinds of beer.

    Reply
  3. Julie

    April 6, 2019 at 3:10 pm

    Oh this is so cool! Makes me want to visit Ohio now!

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  4. Terri

    April 6, 2019 at 4:19 pm

    You are making me mighty thirsty right now. I used to live by some of these but I was a child and didn’t get to visit any of them. I’d love to now that I’m an adult.

    Reply
  5. bre

    April 6, 2019 at 7:23 pm

    Too bad Ohio is so far away lol

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  6. April

    April 7, 2019 at 8:37 pm

    Hmmm… I must be living under a rock. I lived in Ohio for over 30 years (Columbus area) and I’ve never heard of any of these. I will have to check them out though!

    Reply
  7. Michael

    April 8, 2019 at 12:03 am

    Not a drinker but let me remind you guys to drink moderately.

    Reply
  8. Cristina Petrini

    April 8, 2019 at 4:36 am

    I am a great brewer of traditional beer and I don’t miss it, when I can at fairs or events related to it!

    Reply
  9. Shubh

    April 8, 2019 at 5:09 am

    I have a friend who lives in Ohio and loves breweries. I am gonna share this with him, he will surely visit these places.

    Reply
  10. Amber Myers

    April 8, 2019 at 8:27 am

    These sound like great places to visit. I wish I liked beer! I still go to breweries though because sometimes there is good food 😉

    Reply
  11. What Corinne Did

    April 8, 2019 at 1:23 pm

    I have never been to a brewery! Even though i was living in scotland and they have so money! I’d love to visit one!

    Reply
  12. Asia

    April 8, 2019 at 3:44 pm

    My husband and i are such beer lovers!! These look so good!! We have a TON of new awesome breweries here in Vancouver Canada too!

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  13. Catherine @ To & Fro Fam

    April 8, 2019 at 5:10 pm

    I didn’t know there was a national beer day, but of course there is! I love that just about anyplace you go in the country, you can find terrific breweries like these in Ohio.

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  14. Sarah Bailey

    April 8, 2019 at 7:11 pm

    This is such an awesome thing to be going on! There’s nothing like getting to try out local brews! These all sound amazing as well.

    Reply
  15. Amber

    April 8, 2019 at 9:07 pm

    These all look like fun. Have you tried Mad Tree down in Cincinnati? We love that brewery. 🙂

    Reply
  16. Kate

    April 8, 2019 at 9:24 pm

    So many great breweries in the Cleveland/Akron areas. I’ve been wanting to try Akronym!

    Reply
  17. Sarah

    April 8, 2019 at 9:26 pm

    Love the idea of yoga followed by beer! Thanks for sharing these.

    Reply
  18. Hannah Marie

    April 9, 2019 at 4:54 am

    This is definitely my favorite day of them all. It is nice to have a day like this. I can imagine majority who attended are men.

    Reply
  19. Alvern @ Success Unscrambled

    April 9, 2019 at 7:05 am

    These look interesting. Ohio has a special place in my heart. I am not a drinker of alcohol but I would not mind visiting to eat some nice vegetarian food if they have any.

    Reply
  20. Lina

    April 9, 2019 at 8:03 am

    OMG! That’s the heaven I should be flying immediately. I love bear so so much. Thanks for telling.

    Reply
  21. kumamonjeng

    April 9, 2019 at 8:46 am

    You are so lucky to have so many breweries there, we only have one over here and I visited 2 years ago, it was a great experience.

    Reply
  22. Sydni Roach

    April 9, 2019 at 10:00 pm

    I love visiting breweries! I’ll definitely have to check out some of these if I ever visit Ohio.

    Reply
  23. Urvi

    April 10, 2019 at 1:54 am

    Oh wow, great options for beer lovers. The interior is so inviting and looks like fun place to explore some beers.

    Reply
  24. Alexandra Cook

    April 10, 2019 at 1:47 pm

    That would be a really fun place to check out! I drive through Ohio quite often too!

    Reply
  25. Swathi

    April 11, 2019 at 12:39 am

    I didn’t know that April 7th is National Beer day. I would like to visit breweries may be next time.

    Reply
  26. aisasami

    April 11, 2019 at 11:30 am

    I am not a big beer fan and so is my family. It is great to see a brewery if you like beer!

    Reply
  27. blair villanueva

    April 11, 2019 at 11:18 pm

    I only drink occasionally especially beer (as I am a wine lover) but makes me wonder what is it like working in a brewery? I guess they got to taste lots and lots of beer for free!

    Reply
  28. Dalene Ekirapa

    April 13, 2019 at 9:26 am

    I am not a fan of brews since I don’t take them but I think people would flock to Fat Heads Beer Hall just by how large their banner is. The atmosphere must be suitable to, right?

    Reply
  29. Laura Adney

    April 15, 2019 at 9:44 pm

    Count me on this, makes me want to visit Ohio already.

    Reply
  30. World in Eyes

    September 6, 2020 at 9:34 am

    So many of varieties and sounds quite amazing and interesting ones..glad you shared this information with us..this idea of exploring was good one..

    Reply

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