This spot has lots of family friendly spot, ice skating, fire pit, next to running/walking/bike path. Sand pits for kids, or volleyball. Outdoor tented dining area, indoor dinning area, multiple bars, and of course the production area. The beers are top notch, many choices, and seasonal specialties too. We got a x-mas cookie and a home sweet home brown ale to enjoy with our meal. We shared a double Maryland burger with the fries. The burgers are themed for each state the I-50 goes through. The Maryland burger was cooked perfectly, delicious. The fries are outstanding, top notch, and they have a fry sauce that is a must order. Service was good, less than 5 minutes from order to ready to pick up. read more

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I attended an event at Fifty West Production Works. More specifically, their Brew & Que event. Great Lakes Brewing and Fifty West collaborate on a beer every year. The partnership is celebrated with a barbecue. The food itself, for this event, must be made by the Fifty West Brewing Company restaurant/ chef. It is on par with the food I have eaten there. The food was plentiful, and we ate way too much. Many of the side dishes were on the spicy side. Macaroni and cheese was creamy. The Slopy Nancy was a surprise. It was one of the vegetarian options. A mix of quinoa, chickpeas, carrots, and other vegetables, it was filling, a little spicy, a little sweet, and went well with the brisket. I wish I knew the recipe. It would be great as a Thanksgiving side dish. The brisket was tender. The desserts ( brownies and bread pudding,) were decadent. All items were made with quality ingredients. Based on what we ate, I would look forward to going to this event again. Maybe I should have started with the beer, as this was brew and Que. A wide variety of brews were available. Some where on the traditional side. Others used less common ingredients like sweet potatoes, and Buddha's Hand. It was an interesting mix. I really enjoy seeing creative beers at events like this. The sweet potato went great with the barbecue. It became very bitter when consumed with the desserts. The people who work the event were awesome. They all remained upbeat and positive the entire event. They interacted with the attendees when they could. Towards the end of the event, they were definitely able to do this more. They seemed to be enjoying the event as well. Production Works is a great space for such an event. While it was crowded, it did not feel overly so. In terms of crowdedness, it felt like going to any Brewery on a Saturday night. I think they capped the event at a good number. There was enough room for people to move around, and enjoy themselves. People were welcome to walk around the grounds. A couple of fire pits were set up outside. Later in the evening, they were particularly enjoyable. There's something about sitting outside with a wood-burning fire. read more

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This is a fun spot that offers a variety of entertainment, beers, food, and seating. We came here on a night when volleyball was going on, as well as a special fun run put on by Lululemon. In addition they even had trivia night taking place, and a special happy hour for the "Adventure crew" upstairs. Despite all this busyness there was still plenty of seating and service at the bar was prompt. I had the watermelon quencher beer which was awesome. It was refreshing without an overpowering watermelon flavor. There is some limited food options from the new "Roadside grill", however we did not eat. I believe outside is still dog friendly. read more

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We went here after a friends birthday run, and planned on having some beers and burgers. I ordered the Zinzinnati and my husband ordered the West Virginia. Both were tolerable (we weren't going to send them back), but not good. My zinzinnati tasted really bad - maybe it was the fermented mustard or the sauerkraut that I just didn't like the taste of, but there was hardly any meat...I couldn't tell there was a beef patty on it. I had to ask if there was a burger or if it was just the goetta. The redeeming part of the burger was the pretzel bun. My husband had the same critique - hardly any burger patty on his, and he got a double! We aren't stingy people - I work in The restaurant so I'm quick to give grace because of COVID or new chefs or whatever. But this didn't seem like an overcook or something. The Zinzinnati burger is simply not good flavors together. The fries were pretty good and the fry sauce was okay, too. The two stars are for the pretzel bun and the root beer. read more

50 West Production Works is a regular stop for us. We load the dogs in the car, park at Little Miami Golf Center and take the short walk to Fifty West Production Works. Dogs are welcome, there's always a good selection of beer -- I'm a fan of the Coffee Please Nitro Stout and Paycheck's Porter -- and the outdoor grill turns out GREAT burgers, sandwiches (the jerk chicken is fantastic), wings and salads to enjoy outside in the sun or at the tables inside. With sand volleyball and the cycling and canoeing events 50 West hosts, it can get busy but it's a fun, buzzy atmosphere. read more

Fifty West Production Works - Our dogs LOVE Fifty West Production Works and get lots of love there. - Breweries Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I've a confession: I've never made it into Fifty West's actual brewery. I know, I know. I love beer. Craft beers specifically. I am an Eastsider. I can't really make an excuse for why I haven't hit the brewery itself...other than I really, really love their Production Works. The production building and the main brewery sit right across the street from each other. The production works has a slightly smaller list of draft selection, but you get the added bonus of the great outdoors with the open floor plan. I've stopped by here a few times after work with my dad to enjoy the weather and watch the volleyball games that are going on. Their food menu is limited but looks delicious. I'm definitely thinking about coming up for lunch sometime soon. I also think it'd be the perfect place to catch a beer and quick meal pre or post ka-brewing. Eventually I'll make my way across the street over to the actual brewery. I'll probably do it when it's cold. There's no reason not to come over and enjoy a pint and watch the games going on. Or pet the dogs. (They're allowed here.) Yay puppies! read more

Honestly, I was really hoping to like this place, seeing that the company seems very involved in the outdoor scene, but I was extremely disappointed in the service, the drinks, and the food. The only redeeming quality of this place is that it is a great venue, and it's nice that they have a small little boardwalk that goes out to their 6 volleyball courts--4 of which were closed on the day we went. I'm not sure if I've just been to too many breweries lately, or if the Cincy microbrewery market is just getting overpopulated, but the beer here was extremely average. Compared to many other breweries I've been to, the bartenders were also not very interested in the drinks or the beer and there just didn't seem to be that passion I usually see in microbreweries. On top of all of this, we were sitting behind the owners while sitting outside at the patio and we heard them complaining about customers--and not the typical complaints. One customer asked if they would be open on a specific date and once the customer walked away, the owner/manager said "pshh how would I know??" As for the food, I ordered the nachos. These were very average quality--in fact, I'm pretty sure they just bought the salsa and guac from Costco. The chips had some seasoning sprinkled on top which was good, but the chips were extremely stale. Overall, I like what 50 West is going for, but I really think they opened up just because the brewery scene was is a hot market. There's not passion for beer, passion for people, or passion for food. read more

This is not our first time at Fifty West Production Works. We attended last year after we had a couple of brews from their first location and decided to drive across the street and try it out. It was great then and a year later we are back. We called beforehand and asked if they are dog friendly. They are!! So excited that our Frenchie can join us. When we arrived, we noticed a small change to the place. They had a stairway for additional seating up top, a large volleyball section and a small grill for small bites if you're hungry. Love the set up and the cozy feel to this place. It's so laid back and plenty of seating! Great selection of beers as well. My go to beers for the summer is the Doom Pedal Witbier. I also tried Vicino Red Ale for the very first time. Love the hints of caramel and very refreshing! My Mr. had the West Sixth G.A.B.R. IPA and the Staycation Sour Gose which I had a taste from his and loved them! What a great experience and will definitely be back again. I think Fifty West Brewing is underrated. I don't find a lot of their beers in restaurants. Most are Mad Tree or Rhinegeist which both are good but I would like to see more of Fifty West. read more

The number of breweries in the greater Cincinnati area keeps growing all the time, that's definitely true. But there's one number you should keep in mind when it come to great local craft beer. 50, as in 50 West, located in beautiful Mariemont. I've been a big fan of their product for quite a few years, even before their massive expansion in taking over the former Hahana Beach. They really put some impressive work into the place, turning it from an "okay" beach-themed bar and grill into a great, laid back, brew destination for drinkers of all kinds. The building itself is very open, housing much of the brewery's brewing and production/canning, so you can see where all the magic happens. Cozy up to the bar and have yourself a pint or even a flight of epic goodness. Outside, you'll plenty of seating and a number of sand volleyball courts. 50 West is all about active lifestyles and all-around fun. Along with making great beer, 50 West offers bicycle and canoe/kayak rentals, so it's a destination you could practically make a whole day our of. Hungry? Why not try some goodies from Roadside Grill? Serving up light snacks, wings, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and gyros, you're sure to find something tasty. Sure, the sheer number of breweries around is quite astounding, but definitely keep THIS number in mind for more than just great beer. And bring your four-legged best friends along because 50 West Production Works is also dog-friendly. Bring the whole family and enjoy! read more

Came here during COVID. Was very busy on a Saturday afternoon. Beer is decent, ambiance is super casual. There wasn't much in terms of mask enforcement. We ordered food, it was affordable and tasty but the order pick up process is tedious and unorganized (we didn't get texted until 78 minutes after placing order that food was ready, and we had to just go to the pick up prematurely to keep checking in in case it was ready). Not a fan of this being an open spot to bring kids, but I'm sure post covid all be fine and well. Food is cheap and so is the beer so I'm sure this place will stay open and busy for the locals that like to frequent it. read more

Great option for a get together during this Covid mess. Went to celebrate a birthday. We each got a different burger which was fun. Mine was very unique: the WV. The watermelon soda was good too. I love when there are craft soda options for the DD. We got ourselves a picnic table under a tree which allowed for social distancing. It was a good day read more

I've gone to Fifty West for a few years, this is a new location across the street, the production works opened in late spring to accommodate additional production for their great beer. This space has bar, picnic tables, sand volleyball courts, they have pretty much the same beer as across the street, we like that we can order pizza from Pizelli's next door & they bring it right to you, so you can enjoy a beer & fresh hot pizza. read more

This is a great place to hang if you want to grab a drink with some friends or even just watch the game. It is on my favorite places to go in the summer, as they have several volleyball courts right outside of the building. Rumor has it that they even have their own entrance to the Little Miami River. They do you have food here at 50 W., but if you are in the mood for some pizza, there is a local pizza shop right next-door. You can also go across the street for some fine dining. This is located right off the bike trail, toward the beginning of the bike trail in Newtown/ Mariemont. It makes a great summer hang out, but it's even an awesome place to go when the temperatures are cool! You can bring your dog inside, as well as watch them brew their own beer. Parking may be a little tough, but you can park in either lot to the right or left of the building. There is a small parking lot around back, but the parking lots next to the building might be the better option. read more

Great local brewery! The Going Plaid Scotch Ale is great! No food during the winter months, so going to have to come back in the summer to enjoy the complete experience. read more

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I am a frequent visitor to trivia night here on Wednesday nights. The aesthetic of the place is nice and they have a variety of beers for people to enjoy. Personally, I am not a beer fan and prefer ciders, but they do not have a cider yet on the menu. They also do no have glasses of wine, but they do have wine in a can. The wine is delicious, but it's $12 since essentially it's 2 glasses of wine. They also have a small selection of boards games for people to enjoy. Overall, this is a cozy place to enjoy trivia with friends and a few drinks. read more

My family and friends love this place- it's perfect for a warm night. There's always at least one volleyball court open for kids to play in the sand. The kids are netted in and parents can enjoy drinks outside or play volleyball. I believe they have some cornhole boards, too. We usually order from Pizelli but I've enjoyed the sandwiches that I've tried from the grill, too. You don't really come for the food but it's there, convenient, and decent. The indoor space is large and open with plenty of tables and benches and a nice size bar. There are TVs where you can catch whatever game might be on. All in all, it's a good hang-out spot and I really appreciate the kid-friendly environment. read more

This place is great. People are so friendly. Sand volleyball is a great time. Beer is great too! read more

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Updating my review because they've updated (and expanded their menu at the production works) Well when I first left a review I guess they were just feeling out the expansion but they've added more items to the menu. I came here for a happy hour with some coworkers and we enjoyed sitting out on the patio watching some volley ball and smelling the grill. I'm really looking forward to trying out a canoe/kayak rental and ending the trip at 50 west this summer. Great addition to a great brewery. read more

50 west production works. (the taproom not the original) is quite near where I live so when they first opened it was another place to go for a nice beer..... it started out selling the same good beer (Coast to Coast etc) it had a large taproom/outdoor area/attached beach volleyball courts. Although volleyball isn't my thing I can see why it attracts that crowd, it was next door to pizzelli, so I could order a beer and order pizza for the kids and they would walk it over (yeah, there's a Q and I have to wait forever!!) But now.... they have cut the taproom in half for a Damien Hirst bottling/canning installation, we no longer have a choice on glassware - its all plastic now, and the amount of times I have pulled into the car park only to see "closed for private event" is unbelievable. As I write I am immersed in another event. I am literally the only person here not part of whatever is going on, and they are staring at me.... I really don't know what direction 50 west are heading in. The original place across the street is more restaurant now. This place is great if you want to drink beer from plastic mugs or jump around in the sand with a bikini on (I don't look great in a bikini) but for me it's now just a place if I can't think of anywhere else. read more

Our team hosted our end of the year office party at 50 West Production Works. The event went off without a hitch and everyone really enjoyed themselves. For the event we had rented the entire space. It was during a weekday afternoon, so I'd note it can get a little loud in the facility as they are still in normal operation and canning their beer. We didn't know that until arrival, but it's a great call out to those planning their own event. Luckily for us we had a DJ who was able to cover over most of the noise. The food selection was awesome and everyone left with full bellies. We selected a heavy variety of appetizers, that filled many up as a meal. They do have full dinner/lunch options as well for those who want a full dining experience. As always their beer selection was an added bonus. They also have wine, so you're not stuck to only beer. Our company had a great time at the event, and would absolutely recommend for others for the price! read more

This is a great addition to their first location. The food here is just as good as the main location and there's a good variety from a burger to salads. They have liquor in addition to their beer taps and also do cheap buckets (on Thursdays) of a few of their beers that are canned specifically for sale at this location. The volleyball courts are great and the playing on a league here has been fun. Everyone is having a good time and it's not too competitive. I have seen a band play here before too which was fun. There's a lot of space here, indoors and out. read more

50 West, I love you, but my last couple of meals here have been just ok. They change their menu so frequently that it's hard to know what is good or not. Last time we were here we ordered the chorizo queso (not very good at all, oily, and bland), the pork sandwich with broccolini (also bland), and the 50 West burger (pretty tasty!). I always order the grits if they're on the menu because they are absolutely fantastic. The food is a little hit or miss, so I have to reduce my rating to 4 stars, but I still love the atmosphere and the beer. Definitely one of the best outdoor, dog friendly patios in the area. They are constantly rotating their beers on tap, and I can always find something good to try. read more

My friends and I played sand volleyball at Hanana Beach last year and couldn't wait to come back for another season. We were even more anxious to start once we heard about the "50 West Takeover" and couldn't wait to see what was in store. The courts are essentially the same (aside from the courts being named by state, not court number), but the inside bar had a total makeover. While 50 West across the street is a classier establishment by my standards, the new bar is more laid back and fits the vibe of the sand volleyball culture. Where a giant wrap-around bar used to be now sit several tanks (is that the proper term?) of beer. The new bar is pretty small, but that just means plenty of open tables in the form of picnic tables. The only "downside" (if you want to call it that) is you can only get their beer -- sooo, sayonara, Bud Light and Mic Ultra! The buckets come with 5 cans of either their pale ale or IPA, but you can also get a selection of beers on draft (displayed on a fancy digital menu board next to the bar). Even if it weren't for my weekly volleyball league, I'd still be coming back for more. Well done, 50 West! read more

As a frequent Hahana visitor, I was excited to see what Fifty would do with this space once they took over. As expected, they didn't dissapoint. The volleyball courts and upstairs deck spaces are the same, but the inside is completely different. Instead of a beach bar/restaurant type feel inside it's more of a production brewery space with the tanks on display for the guest to view. In addition, the bar moved walls. They also added some corn hole sets and plenty of picnic table seating inside. It looks like they grill out on the property as well as allowing customers to carry in food. I definitely like the vibe and the makeover here. Its a great place to meet a group and/or drink some great Fifty West beer, in addition to playing volleyball. I know the bike trail is nearby so I saw many bikers fresh off a ride relaxing inside. I think they might also be affiliated with the kayaking/rafting rental place on the river next door? Overall I think it's easy to understand the outdoorsy vibe they're putting out here. read more

First time at this location last night after a long bike ride on the trail. I had been to original 50 west across the street and really enjoyed my experience. This location has it all. Beer, food, outdoor seating, casual, sports/activities. We had several delicious beers and then ordered garlic Parmesan wings. Wings were grilled which I like, these did not disappoint. Cons: Seemed short staffed for a Saturday night. 4 people standing front of me to order food. 20 plus minutes to order, too long. Good things wings were excellent! 2nd con: 2 beer tenders, I hate standing 2-3 deep at a tiny bar waiting to get a beer. Seemed very inefficient, almost like I was at a frat party. Cons aside I will return, just hope the flow of things improves. read more

Great beer and a great atmosphere for relaxing with friends. There are 6 sand volleyball courts, which always adds a little fun to hanging out with friends. Friendly staff! The grill outside has a few interesting and tasty menu items for a reasonable price and wait time is 20-30 mins on a busy night. read more

This is a review on the space itself, and less so about the beer (not much of a drinker--I usually just order one to have one but I can't tell you if I like a beer or not because more often than not, I don't.) and food (never eaten here). I really like the open space of the brewery and that there are tables to hang out and watch a game, or you can walk up to the rooftop and watch the volleyball games, OR you can join in on a pick-up game. It's such a cool place that I wish it were closer to fun things and that I could go more often. I found out about this place from a Yelp Event that took place here. You can also kayak and canoe here! They say it's a fun part of the river, but comparing it to other places, it seems a bit pricier, but ending up at a brewery seems not a bad deal. read more

Such a fun place. Volleyball leagues all summer long keep the place pretty busy throughout the week. Dogs are allowed inside and out. The facilities are super clean with a really chill vibe. Their beer is my favorite probably anywhere. The production works has a grill with a few offerings for food like nachos and burgers. Can't recommend enough read more

I inquired about a party 14 days before. After calling and asking to speak to someone for booking my event; was directed to their website. In following their site's instructions to inquire booking an event. With getting the impression from their website which clearly states a 24 hr response. It did not happen. Poor event manager practice. read more

My family and I come here every week for trivia. The beers are high quality and they rotate new brews frequently. The bartenders are friendly and speedy. read more

Fifty West is great. The beer is good. Half priced flights on Sunday. A great brunch. Occasional specially brewer's brunches where they pair delicious food with their beer and beer from another brewery. It's a great place. The taproom and original production facility is in an old house so the ambiance is homey and relaxing. The outdoor patio is pet friendly. Overall this is a favorite place of mine to go. read more

So we did not try any beers n this trip, so this is on the food only. Everything on the menu sounds like it should taste great, but they were just ok. The pork belly on apple slaw would have been great, but the pork belly is a little mushy and too salty. The apple slaw helps cut the salt a little, but it was still too salty for me. The peach salad sounds like a great idea, but it was missing more sweetness to balance out the balsamic vinaigrette. Maybe if there was more peaches, or some sweet dried fruit like cherries. The wings were the best out of the three. There was a large portion and had a ton of flavor. However, it was more of a Jamaican curry/curry with lots of cinnamon then what I would think a jerk sauce would be. I would probably come again for the beer, but the food was just ok. read more

50 West nailed it! Same great beers as across the street but in a casual tap room environment with the option for some sand volley ball! Great options for your 50W fix! read more

I like the beer, but the food is lacking. It is "taco" week so the only thing we could order was tacos. It was 7 pm and they were out of guacamole! So we paid $10 for some chicken and a tortilla with some onions! Add a few chips and that was it! So not worth it! When we arrived there were three people at the tables! How do you run out of the most important ingredient in one hour? When that's all we could order! Get your stuff together 50 West! You continue to disappoint! read more

Favorite brewery in Cincinnati! This place has all of my favorite things wrapped into one spot. Sand volleyball, kayaking, innovative craft beer, and a grill. I had a blast at a birthday party here and can't wait to go back! read more

Great place for kids and getting a bite to eat with a beer. Kids can play in the sand. Food is a bit overpriced but pretty decent. You can also order Pizzelli's there and they bring it over. Beer (50W) is ok - not a huge fan. read more

Love this place. So do our dogs. Super family friendly. Awesome customer service and selection of beers.

I like that they have sand volleyball on site, but it is kinda lame to order a 6-8$ beer and have to drink it out of a plastic cup. If you want a proper pour, I would avoid the production works and head across the street to the original Fifty West. read more

Good for beer and outdoor entertainment but nothing else. The food is disgusting. The food server, a young lady taking orders around 6pm Sat 8/19 needed to learn customer service. I was extremely offended by her attitude and rudeness when I showed her my undercooked meal. There are so many great breweries in Cincinnati this one is not worth visiting. read more

We went to the Production Works for a fundraiser today. The beer was good, of course, but the food left a LOT to be desired. The grilled cheese was two slices of fake American cheese, the toast was over grilled and dry...just not good. The turkey club was OK. The sauce was very tasty, but the turkey was dry and the bread seemed old. If I go back again, it will be for the beer, NOT the food. read more