Craft Beer Selection
Wide variety of handcrafted beers including IPAs, dark brews, and seasonal fruit sours. Something for every beer lover's palate.
- IPAs and hoppy selections
- Dark beers and stouts
- Seasonal fruit sours
⭐ 4.5 (449 reviews)
Visibility score: 90 out of 100Forest City Brewery stands out as Cleveland's go-to craft brewery for beer enthusiasts seeking variety and atmosphere. Customers consistently praise their extensive beer selection that caters to all tastes, spacious indoor venue with live music, and the coveted outdoor beer garden. While primarily known for exceptional craft brews, they also serve quality food in a 21+ environment that maintains an authentic adult brewery experience.
Based on 449 customer reviews
Address: 2135 Columbus Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113, USA
Phone: (216) 228-9116
Hours: Friday 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Monday Closed, Sunday 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesday 4:00 – 11:00 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Thursday 4:00 – 11:00 PM, Wednesday 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Parking: Street parking nearby, can be limited during busy hours
Peak times: Friday-Saturday evenings 6-10pm, Live music nights
Nearby neighborhoods: Ohio City, Tremont, Detroit-Shoreway
Nearby landmarks: Near West Side Market, 10 minutes from downtown Cleveland, Close to Lake Erie shoreline
Wide variety of handcrafted beers including IPAs, dark brews, and seasonal fruit sours. Something for every beer lover's palate.
Spacious outdoor seating area perfect for enjoying craft brews in Cleveland's fresh air. Popular gathering spot for friends and beer enthusiasts.
Dedicated music spaces featuring local and touring acts. Combines craft beer culture with Cleveland's vibrant music scene.
Curated food menu designed to complement craft beer selections. Quality dishes including their popular chili when available.
⭐ 4.5 out of 5
449 total reviews
Rating steady at 4.5 stars with consistent praise for beer quality and atmosphere. 18 new reviews this month.
“Came through for another stamp on the Ohio Brewpath Passport! Only had time for 1 beer but the venue was really cool and there was live music in the one room. IPA was tasty. Hoping to come back in 2026 to try more of the beers here!!!”
— Taylor McIntyre“What a great gem in the city of Cleveland. This place is really cool on the inside. Very spacious. There is plenty of seating on the inside and they have a large beer garden on the outside. Great selection of beers from your darks, fruit sours and everything in between. They have a beer for everybody's taste. They also serve food. Not an extensive menu but if you're hungry the food is very good. Try the chili if it's on the menu. Parking can be a bit of a hassle during the busy hours but well worth the visit.”
— Amo“Very good beers and great ambience! Wonderful outdoor space and many dining areas! The food was good but not amazing and portions were on the small side. But this is primarily micro brewery and they delivered on great beers for sure!”
— Dave Heater“I am writing this review to applaud the owner for actually holding strong to your policies and procedures. I am just shaking my head; reading some of these reviews from the people who feel "entitled" and think they should be allowed to bring their kids, their babies and infants in a bar; a brewery or a business that serves alcohol and adult beverages and "just trying to make memories" or trying to bash this cute, little establishment; because, you don't "like" the fact that you can't bring your kids in. I am a patron, a paying customer and I am someone who goes to casinos, bars, pubs and breweries; because, generally they have strict policies and procedures where you have to be 21 and over to get in. I don't want to have to step over strollers, have to listen to your cranky toddler that needs a nap, or have to witness your small kids running amuck and screaming and your not even paying attention to your kids behaviors; while, I am trying to enjoy my time, my "adult time" out and about. These reviews are bogus and the fact you are trying to "shame" the owner, is ridiculous! We need more rules and regulations and we need better managers and owners who are willing to say "NO"..."NO. it's not okay" and "no, you aren't allowed and NO... you can't vape indoors or NO you can't bring your kids in"... So, go ahead... threaten to "go up the road and take your business elsewhere", by all means buh bye, (It'll be more peaceful the next time I go and enjoy Forest Brewery) but remember this, not everyone desires, wants to be around kids, strollers or children and BARS, PUBS, TAVERNS, BREWERIES are not a place for kids, infants or crying toddlers. Take your kids and "make memories" at Chuck E Cheese, Kalahari, or take them to the Zoo, but, I guarantee you, if you take your kids up the road to the "next bar, pub or brewery" and I see you, I'll just write another review and call out it over and over and over, in hope, that other "Bar Owners and Managers", start realizing that bringing young kids in establishments that serve a purpose for adults and where it is designed for adults is inappropriate.”
— A LForest City Brewery is strictly 21+ only, no exceptions for minors or children.
Yes, we feature a large beer garden with ample outdoor seating weather permitting.
Street parking is available nearby, though it can be limited during peak hours and events.
Yes, we offer a curated food menu designed to complement our craft beer selection.
We regularly host live music in our dedicated performance spaces - check our schedule for upcoming shows.
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Friday-Saturday 6-10pm
Beer rotation: Seasonal selections updated monthly
Popular this month: IPAs, Outdoor seating, Live music nights
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