Metro area
Within 13 miles of Cleveland we track 34 breweries. 2 rate Exceptional and 7 rate Great. Masthead Brewing Company in Cleveland leads the list at 4.46 (Exceptional).
Exceptional
A short list of extraordinary breweries worth planning a trip around.
Great
Consistently produce world-class beer.
Fine
Make genuinely good beer, if not the pint you will still be talking about next year.
Poor
Not bad beer so much as unremarkable beer.
Limited
Most craft beer drinkers pass these by.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
On the fringe of the downtown business district, Masthead Brewing Co's industrial chic taproom was once a 1921 car dealership. Masthead is best known for New England IPAs, their 2018 GABF gold medal winning Midwest Red IPA, and a full kitchen focusing on Neapolitan-style pizzas.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
We're a small family-run brewery and kitchen in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Noble Beast has a large taproom and restaurant with a full kitchen serving lunch and dinner.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Hofbräuhaus Cleveland produce's high quality beer and is ranked #26 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Hefeweizen", which is a Wheat Beer and "Dunkel", which is a Munich Dunkel Lager. Their primary focus is brewing Wheat Beers and Pale Lagers.
Lakewood, Ohio, United States
Opening in April 2026 after over a decade of development, Birdtown Brewing is a unique Lakewood, Ohio, brewery located inside the stunningly restored, 100-year-old former St. Gregory the Theologian Catholic Church on Quail Street. The spacious 260-capacity venue features soaring vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, and a 32-foot bar, offering house-brewed traditional lagers and ales alongside West Side-exclusive pizzas from Geraci’s. The venue includes a main beer hall, a lower-level bar with pinball, and an outdoor patio.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Located in the historic Moe's Tavern that served as the inspiration for the early writers of The Simpsons. A nano brewery serving up crafted beers, bites, cocktails, and sourdough pizza with a hint of nostalgia.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
The Jolly Scholar produce's high quality beer and is ranked #32 in Ohio. They are most well known for "Cold Beer Here!", which is an American Lager and "Henry's Law (Wheat IPA)", which is a White / Wheat IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
A communal brewpub with a modern approach to classic brewing techniques and rustic farmhouse fare. We embrace local flavors, artisan producers, heirloom ingredients and heritage meats.
Middleburg Heights, Ohio, United States
Fat Head’s Brewery is one of America’s most award-winning breweries, with a combined 47 Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup medals since its founding in 2009. From it new production facility/Beer Hall in Middleburg Hts., Ohio, Fat Head’s produces a wide-ranging portfolio, from renowned IPAs to open-fermented Hefeweizens to a beloved fruit beer and a myriad of inspired seasonal brews and one-offs. Evolving from a progressive craft beer bar to a neighborhood brewpub to a nationally recognized regional brewery, Fat Head’s holds strong to its commitment to make beers that people love to drink. It does so, all the while not taking itself too seriously, as evidenced by its mantra: Chill Out Man, Have A Beer™.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Two Friends Brewing was founded by two chemists and longtime friends with a passion for craft beer and community. We’ve created a welcoming space to enjoy great beer, connect, and share stories. With 12 rotating taps, there’s always something new to discover. Whether you’re an IPA enthusiast or curious about a limited-edition stout, our beers are crafted to be enjoyed in good company. Come for the beer, stay for the experience!
Middleburg Heights, Ohio, United States
The Brew Kettle Brewery has been producing award-winning beers and serving the craft beer community since 1995. Over the years we have expanded numerous times to meet the demands of our customers but the goal has always been to brew consistently stellar beer. Next time you are in Ohio, make sure to stop in at one of our various restaurant locations or look for us on the shelves of your local beer store.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Terrestrial Brewing Company produce's fine quality beer and always has a new beer for you to try. They are most well known for "Canopy Crusher", which is an American IPA and "Public Pilsner", which is an Other Pilsner. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Orange, Ohio, United States
Saucy Brew Works produce's fine quality beer and are constantly experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "IPA ASAP", which is an American IPA and "Love You, Bye", which is an Imperial IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Lakewood, Ohio, United States
Immigrant Son Brewing produce's good quality beer and has a decent variety of ones to choose from. They are most well known for "IPA", which is an American IPA and "Pump School VIPA", which is a New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) is Ohio’s original craft brewery, founded in 1988 by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway in Cleveland, Ohio. GLBC is independent and employee-owned and serves 16 states and Washington, D.C. with its award-winning portfolio of fresh, flavorful, and innovative crafted beverages including Vibacious® Double IPA, Midwest IPA, Dortmunder Gold® Lager, and a robust selection of seasonal and limited release offerings.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Market Garden Brewery, located next door to the 100 year old West Side Market, has been stocked with a lineup of tasty brews since 2011 including our award winning Progress Pilsner, our organically hopped Citramax IPA, as well as Prosperity Wheat, our Bavarian style Hefeweizen. Our 35,000 square foot production facility welcomes visitors with tours, tastings, and beer to-go.
Cleveland Heights, Ohio, United States
Boss Dog Brewing produce's decent quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Millennial Hipster", which is a New England IPA and "Punch Out", which is an Imperial New England IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Boris Music made big news when he broke ground in April of 2013 on his multi-million dollar construction project that would transform the corner of Lorain and W. 28th into a shiny new brewery, restaurant, and retail shop. Music and his specialty foods shop Hansa Import House have been fixtures in the Ohio City neighborhood for 40 years, longer even than Great Lakes Brewing. So it was welcome news when he announced his plans to construct a 15-barrel brewery and restaurant while improving his long-running specialty foods shop. That shop, long popular with Eastern European immigrants, carries a huge inventory of imported cheeses, meats, bread, and beers. Now, Boris' dream has become a reality. We welcome you with open arms and cold beer to Cleveland's newest, authentic Eastern European restaurant and brewery. PROST!
Cleveland Heights, Ohio, United States
The BottleHouse Brewing Company produce's fine quality beer and are constantly experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Rising Star Stout", which is a Milk / Sweet Stout and "Erie Coast IPA", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Goldhorn Brewery produce's good quality beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Dead Man's Curve", which is an American IPA and "Polka City", which is an Other Pilsner. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Lagers.
North Royalton, Ohio, United States
Four friends from North Royalton with a passion for beer and the community, came together with the hope of bringing the two together. Growing up in N.R. Ryan, Rick and Jimmy felt their hometown needed a new spot to get away, spend time with friends and family and of course enjoy delicious beer. A place for the community to enjoy good music, play games, interact with each other or just unwind!! Why not North Royalton's first Brewery?!?!
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Brick and Barrel is about five friends getting together to make beer that they love and want to share with the Cleveland beer drinking community. About Our Focus On Quality From day one, we've bounced every single decision off this one question: ‘How does this affect the quality of our brewing?’ We have invested heavily in buying all American made brewing equipment and we are sourcing the highest-level ingredients for our recipes. When you have one of our brews, you'll know it was made with sincere and dedicated effort from a brewery that genuinely wants to see the Cleveland beer scene and culture thrive. Address is actually 1844 Columbus.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Our mission is two fold; 1. Brew tasty beers for sale in our tasting room and at your favorite bar and/or restaurant. This is achieved through the inspiration of the homebreweing community. We make unique, small batch beers with an experimental twist. 2. Create opportunity for those who wish to begin a career in the brewing industry.
Parma, Ohio, United States
Welcome to Parma's first Brewery! German and European Inspired. We're proud to bring the delicious and distinctive flavors of Germany to our local community. From crisp and refreshing pilsners to rich and hearty bocks, we specialize in crafting traditional German beer styles with a modern twist. Our cozy taproom is the perfect spot to enjoy a pint with friends or savor a flight of our award-winning brews. Follow us to stay up-to-date on our latest releases and upcoming events, including our annual Oktoberfest celebration! Prost!
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Collision Bend Brewing produce's unproven beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Lake Erie Sunset", which is a Wheat Beer and "C-Town", which is an American IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Wheat Beers.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
An old-school brewery in Cleveland, Ohio - located in an 1865-1915 Saloon and Beer Garden. Cleveland's oldest beer garden and one of it's oldest bars. 10,000 sq. ft. of beer garden remains, and 8,000 sq. ft. of timber-framed brewery await. Our Head Brewer crafts old-style beer using many different methods. Brewpub uses a direct fire 3BBL brew system. The property is located in a small neighborhood, Duck Island, which is nestled in between the Flats District, Ohio City, Tremont, Old Brooklyn and Downtown's Casino and Gateway Districts. The RTA Transit is a 1 minute walk to the brewery, the West Side Market is a 3 minute walk. The Redline Greenway Bike Trail, Towpath Trail and Cuyahoga River are all a stone's throw away from the brewpub and beer garden!
Cleveland Heights, Ohio, United States
Breaking Point Brewery produce's unproven beer and chooses to limit their brewing to a select few. They are most well known for "Chasing Butterflies", which is a Saison and "Heights Hoppin", which is a Triple IPA. Their primary focus is brewing Dark Beers and IPAs.
Rocky River, Ohio, United States
Rocky River Brewing Company produce's unproven beer and are usually experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Hop Goblin", which is an American IPA and "Blueberry Ale", which is a Fruit Beer. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Pale Ales.
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Nano Brew Cleveland produce's unproven beer and are constantly experimenting brewing new ones. They are most well known for "Namber Ale", which is an American Red Ale and "The Gustavo Black IPA", which is a Black IPA. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Amber Ales.
Middleburg Heights, Ohio, United States
Berea, Ohio, United States
Cornerstone Brewing Company produce's generally unappealing beer and are regularly brewing different ones. They are most well known for "Seven", which is an American IPA and "Erie Blu", which is a Fruit Beer. Their primary focus is brewing IPAs and Dark Beers.
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