Nocterra Brewing Co. - Powell

Nocterra Brewing was amazing! We first got there and talked with Taylor the bartender. I asked for a tag a brew necklace at first they said they didn't have any, BUT, a guy found two, I was major excited. We tried a flight of 15! There were quite a few exceptional beers that we had. Taylor was exceptional, she was friendly and knowledgeable and made the experience so much better!

Love this place. We are visiting from out of town but daughter and son in law live here and we visit Nocterra almost every time we come to Ohio. Good food trucks and drinks, fun place to meet people. We love the outside tables and fire pits and the fact that it's very kid and dog friendly.

We loved everything about this place... the beer, atmosphere, and food were all AWESOME! The trail mix cream ale and the Dunkel were 2 of the best beers, but everything we tried was good. They had 2 food trucks onsite, and we tried some BBQ from RayRay's. I highly recommend it!!

Wow wow wow. This Brewery really brings it full circle with great food and beer. Logan was our server and was great. The food was phenomenal! You better come hungry. The beer was amazing and delicious- we had the Take a Hike and Upshot. Both met every expectation we have of a brewery!

Amazing brewery with great vibes. Had some fantastic IPAs with Beta Flash, Glass Menagerie, Ripstop, and Onsight. The Ohio Swell Line sour was great, too. Also have to shout-out the great food truck Trail Magic Kitchen, as we got a burger and seasoned fries that was devoured so fast, I forgot to take a picture of it.

This is such a cool place. Fire pits, trains, beer, cool lighting. It has a very rural back yard party atmosphere yet nested in a corner of Columbus city. The beers here are nice and flavorful. Its cool you might see a train pass through. Also they have a ray rays hog pit on the property. Dank barbecue and good beer, plus an awesome place to enjoy it. What more could you want.

We had a great time here. The staff was friendly and willing to help you find something you like.

Love the drinks and the sours. It been a joy coming here for the past few years. Minus one star because my dad is a huge beer fan and when he asked the bar tender to choose the flight for him, he was a real prude about it and did not want to do that. It was a great opportunity to share your favorites and it’s a shame they did not seem enthusiastic about the product… :/

Some of the best craft beers in central Ohio. They have their "always on tap" beers like Beta Flash and Phase II, plus a variety of new brews throughout the year. Friendly and knowledgeable staff who are eager to serve. Kid friendly. Dog friendly. People friendly. LGBTQ+ friendly. Never pretentious.

Nocterra in Scioto Audubon definitely gets a boost from being at Scioto Audubon. Inside is lovely, too, and there's a lot to like about their sustainability efforts and outdoorsy mission. I found the beer in my flight to be solid across the board, and my sample of my wife's espresso martini was a darn good sip for a non-coffee drinker. The food was good. I'm a fan of the Bao Buns, but I blame my own user error for a less than stellar experience with the fried cauliflower. Ordering is done online and there was an S.O.S. option for the order, and I thought it was a type of sauce. I didn't realize until after the fact that it meant "sauce on side." You need to get those babies sauced for the best experience. Overall, I would go back and especially if I had a larger group that could reserve space in their upstairs loft.

One of my favorite breweries in all the Columbus area, not only are their beers delish, they have one of the best outdoor seating areas as well!

We came because we were in the area. The ambiance was lovely with the wood and the plants. Bartender was attentive and kind and beers were good . We got fries from the food truck that was there-- they were ok. Very salty

Started my self-care day at Nocterra Brewing Co. - Audubon for brunch. Located in: Scioto Audubon Metro Park Hangover Burger: 6 oz. patty, béarnaise sauce, farmhouse bacon, aged Cabot cheddar, house hash brown, free-range egg. Choice of fruit cup or fries. Egg choices: poached, sunny side, over easy, over medium, over hard, scrambled. Add-ons: double patty-$6, avocado-$5, extra cheese-$2. Mocktail https://nocterrabrewing.com/audubon-food-menu/ Nocterra Brewing Co. - Audubon Located in: Scioto Audubon Metro Park The third-best burger I've ever had! A perfect spot for social gatherings, holiday parties, or group outings. The upstairs area is spacious and has a bar.

Came here on a Saturday night. It was packed but we found an open table. The patio is heated and enclosed which is super nice in the winter!! We got a flight and a beer we liked after that. We got a lot of food from the food truck too!! Good night at the local brewery

Amazing brewery with great vibes. Had some fantastic IPAs with Beta Flash, Glass Menagerie, Ripstop, and Onsight. The Ohio Swell Line sour was great, too. Also have to shout-out the great food truck Trail Magic Kitchen, as we got a burger and seasoned fries that was devoured so fast, I forgot to take a picture of it.

Really fun time on Sunday as we visited for the John Prine Tribute Band fundraiser for the Central Ohio Folk Festival. We had never been and we came from the East Side and glad we did. I like their beer and enjoyed seeing their brewery. What a great setting. By looking at their event calendar they seem to always have something going on. They mis-staffed the beer bar, two staff people to serve 100s of people and answer the phone. Not good. RayTays BBQ on-site is a plus! Nocterra had it going.

I think I like breweries.... Fun little spot in Powell. Great sours. Got the Hawaiian swell... I think I was on an island kick. Service was friendly and inviting, it was our first visit. So much fun on a summer day. Ray rays smelled so good. I wasn't hungry or I definitely would've ordered food Will need to return

What a cute place! The outdoor space is perfect for summer nights and they have a large variety of beers, ciders and wines for everyone! It would have been 5 stars but 1. Parking is not the easiest by any means. They have very few dedicated parking spots and uptown Powell gets quite busy/full (and you have to know your way around it to find the open lots). The first time I tried to go we literally left because we couldn't find parking anywhere (including the city lots). Just be prepared to be hunting ! 2. My cider was a rotator which means it came from a can - not something I mind BUT it was warm. Any other place I've been has always at least pulled them from the fridge so that was pretty disappointing (especially on a hot night). The cider otherwise would have been great. They do have a sour line my friends enjoy - a little two sour / almost hoppy for me to love but they are decent, especially if that's your thing! Additionally they have food trucks - we found the list on their instagram stories in advance!

I love Nocterra Brewing Company. The beer is really, really good. The brand feels like a cause. Get out and enjoy life, take care of nature and explore. The brewery location here in Powell is perfect. It's just the right mix of random. Sliver of a property that inevitably has a train interrupt the band playing in the summer, an outdoor beer garden that has an outside draft station running just enough that you know it works, but not so much that you get to avoid the indoor line. Food trucks (yes plural). And the staff. Are you kidding me? It's like they're the owners family or something. Such great people. If REI and Patagonia had a baby with Coors, they would name it Nocterra.

Here for high school reunion. Good place, lots of space, and able to book tables/space indoors or on the patio. Very comfortable, good selection of beers, sours, and seltzers as well, especially for a small brewery. I enjoyed the flavors, though keep in mind the seltzer won't have the same fizz as out of the can for your truly/white claw/etc. Bartenders were also very helpful and quick to serve drinks. A new find but I would be back again

FINALLY! Nocterra upp'ed their dining options with their very own food truck, "Trail Magic." I don't know what's better - the convenience of being able to order via QR code from your table without waiting in line or their delicious food options. We tried the: 1) Big Ass Pretzel - debatably the best pretzel I've ever had, light & fluffy with amazing dipping cheese 2) Hangry Hiker - very tasty grilled cheese sandwich, with bonus points for being only $7 3 ) Double Magic Burger - tasty, least favorite of the three because it was a little well done for my liking but would still highly recommend An excellent addition to the amazing Nocterra brews and charming ambiance that we all love!

Perfect for the Powell festival. If they plucked their back tress just a bit and kept the band playing some Fourth of July tunes it would have been perfect, maybe? Or no band? But the trees need trimmed and they would have THE best patio spot. Beers are good, 7$ a beer about. Rays hog pit. Wood fired pizzas the night I was there. Friendly staff. I didn't see any TVs or bar games though so don't look for that here. And around the corner from Ill Mannered as well. Everything close here in Powell.

Visiting from Illinois for a baseball tourney, and decided to brewery hop with a couple moms. We also work at a brewery back home. Place is cool, welcoming, in a pretty quiet area. Staff is friendly and offered great and delicious suggestions. Highly recommend you stop in a a flight or a pint!!!

Loved the indoor space at this location. Open and plenty of space. The outdoor space is really nice too! We didn't get to try Ray Ray's but it's nice that it's right outside the door. We decided on a beer flight and loved everything we had. The winter sour surprised us and was our favorite!

Great beer, good food truck (Ray-Ray's, which can be hit or miss nowadays, but that's a "them" problem, not a Nocterra problem). They've got a good range of beers - a little something for everyone (except not usually ciders, but they have hard sodas, that don't really go well with the bbq). They have a good indoor space, they're kid friendly - but NOT BABY SITTERS. Don't treat the place like a play pen, people are here to forget things, keep your crotch goblins under control! Their outdoor space is large - fire pits, a small outdoor bar, heat lamps - so even when it's chilly outside, it's still a good spot to grab a beer and relax. A great addition to Powell, and so close to my house!

Cute and simple brewery. Staff was friendly, everything was clean, plenty of seating, and good beer! I got a flight and my husband tried two other beers so we sampled many! My only complaint was the food truck. I was hoping for Ray Rays but it was not there. Instead there was a food truck serving smash burgers. We ordered 2 with fries, which took over 50 minutes. Mine came out with the sauce on and I had asked for it plain. When I mentioned it, the cashier asked the kitchen to just "scrape off the sauce" rather than prepare a new one. Overall, a nice afternoon regardless!

It is by far my favorite place in Powell! From the welcoming and relaxing ambiance to their fun and inspiring community engagement and musical events! Nocterra of Powell is not just an excellent brewery with great beer service and terrific food selections via fun food trucks! It's a respite for the body and soul and a neighborhood community center! My favorite beer is whichever beer my son-in-law selects for me and says "try this one you'll like it!! " and I always do! I enjoy all their lagers and seasonal beers! Everyone who is an IPA fan loves their IPAs. I love their Bier Garden with fire pits and that their is plenty of room for adult groups as well as families with kids! Parents bring their kids and the whole family has a great time and a good reset by taking a family break at Nocterra! Adults without kids always enjoy themeemves abd evetyone gets to talking! You rarely see anyone on their cell phone! The are having too good a time! We will be moving soon in a few weeks and I will really miss being so close to Nocterra the most!!

I've been a big fan of Nocterra for years. The beers are great, the staff is fun, family friendly, plenty of indoor/outdoor space, dog-friendly outdoor space, etc. They also have wonderful events planned throughout the year - live music, fundraisers, bingo, trivia, balloon drop for families on NYE, sip & sign to name a few. I'm really looking forward to their new taproom & restaurant opening in Columbus.

After a conference in Columbus, I stopped by Nocterra Brewing company in Powell, Ohio just north of Dublin. I heard about the brewery on Craft Beer Girls group for a while, so was excited to try their beers. I stopped by on Friday around happy hour, so the place was hopping and found one of the last parking spots. I walked in and found a spot at the bar with a huge tap list in front of me to view. When I visit breweries for the first time, I always enjoy having a flight so I can try a variety of beers and then usually settle on a pint to enjoy. They had a variety of beers IPA's, Hazy/West Coast style IPA's, sour, brown ale, Dunkel and Porter, so quite a lineup for a brewery 3 years old. One of the bartenders found out was from Troy, OH, I grew up in Kettering, south Dayton area and then a couple next to me found out from Centerville, so had nice conversation. This bartender was great explaining all of the beers and after my flight recommended the Cali Beta which is New England IPA and California Swell Line 2x Fruited Gose with Raspberry & Blackbery delicious! I could have enjoyed a few more of these, but had a drive back to Cincinnati. Nocterra is a great neighborhood brewery worth the drive in Northwest Columbus, stop by the next time you're in the area.

Our first time trying Nocterra. We have been meaning to for like a year. The weather was gorgeous so it was no surprise that there was a line to get in. They do a great job of keeping you updated and trying to get your seated ASAP. You can also order drinks while you wait, they have plastic DORA cups that they will pour into pretty glass ones if you get seated before you finished your drink. We didn't eat, but they have Ray Rays bbq truck there inside the patio area. The patio area was big and really nice. The band was great. My husband likes the beers her tried. He is a big craft beer man. I love that they have their own seltzer's. They were out of the one I wanted to try the most but the other two were really good. We will definitely go back.

Nothing fancy, just a good place to hang out especially outside when the weather is good. The beer is good. I think the food is OK. Didn't really make an impression on me one way or the other.

This is a fun place, especially the atmosphere. I love sitting outside near the fire pits on a warm spring/summer night, and while it's usually fairly busy, it's not so loud that you can't have a decent conversation. Great selection of beers and ciders, just pay attention to which are on draft and which are coming from a can (I prefer draft). Prices are reasonable, most things are under $10. I've never had food hear, but it seems like they do offer food and there's a food truck out front that offers options from time to time. The only downside is parking can be tricky on busy nights. Not a big deal as we usually park in town and walk, but not ideal if you need to be close. Overall a fun place to hang out and enjoy a few good drinks!

Simple as it gets. Fair prices, great beer, clean interior, plenty of seating, and a gorgeous front patio that I will be back to enjoy during the summer.

We spent a Friday evening at Nocterra. The beer was great, and they had a nice selection of their own beers on tap. Food from their food truck was delicious - we had the huge pretzel, chicken sandwich, and fries. The atmosphere was fun, with live music and friendly staff. We loved the vibe and it was a great way to start the weekend.

I have been to Nocterra multiple times before and you never know how it will be!! There is never enough parking, they need to create a parking lot that close to railroad tracks and for the locals of Powell!! I genuinely only love it in the summer when the patio is open with tables you are able to sit at with others and there is a food truck!! Sometimes there are live bands, you have to check their calendar before you go!! I love their sours the most, but they haven't been hitting the spot, they taste funky!! Their other beers have not been on par recently, but I will always be back for the vibes and convenience of being a top spot in Powell!! I appreciate all you do for the town!

Pretty cool place over all. My review is a little skewed given I went during an event so take it with a grain of salt. We showed up for their tiki event featuring several special tiki /tropical inspired sour beers. I ended up trying all 6 that they had on tap. Of them, my favorites were the Californian and Tahitian Swell Lines. Very tasty -- fruity and sour. The location is pretty neat -- a large fenced in yard with fire pits / picnic tables / occasional live music and food trucks. There is also ample indoor seating. The place was packed, in addition to the tiki event there seemed to be a bridal shower happening or something. I'm not sure if that and the insane amount of children there were correlated or if that is just the vibe of the location, but yeah. Lots of children. If that's your bag then this is your place. For me I like to go to breweries to chill and relax so it wasn't my favorite environment, but again maybe that was just a special occurrence. I'd definitely return!

The patio at Nocterra is one of the best in the city. It is huge with plenty of different types of seating- picnic tables, fire pit seats, and cute tree stumps as well. They have a live band that can be seen and enjoyed from any part of the patio as well as food trucks to satisfy your hunger! Check their Instagram or website for food truck schedules. The picnic tables even have umbrellas for shade that can be adjusted as the sun moves.. trust me, you will need this feature because you aren't leaving after just 1-2 beers. The patio is surrounded by beautiful greenery separated from you by a cute wooden fence and the patio aesthetic is polished off with outdoor string lights. They also have great beer! The from the heart IPA was my favorite. It had that hoppy IPA taste without being too heavy for a hot summer day. You do have to walk into the taproom everytime you want another beer, but that really wasn't an issue for us and fits with the casual atmosphere. The cicadas are also an unavoidable nuisance this time of year. A couple of dive bombs into our table lol but otherwise didn't affect us having a great time!

If you are a craft beer person you will like this place!! An old train station concerted into a brewery!! Super cool. Feels like the "whistle stop cafe" on the movie "Fried green tomatoes"!! A step back in time. Very simple. Beer, outdoor picnic tables and umbrellas... oh and.... Trains come roaring by every once in awhile. A really cool experience. They also have Ray ray's BBQ truck right there on-site. We had the hot link sandwich with fries, coleslaw and collard greens. All were really good. Like being on a picnic!! We also had cheer wine and ginger beer! Just like the old south!! Unfortunately the baby back ribs were dry and didn't come with a lot of sauce. They also have live music! All of this combines together to make a really good experience! I recommend going there for a beer and BBQ. You won't regret it!!

Nocterra is a new brewery. It's close to Ill Mannered. They seem to be friendly competition. It's surprising Powell can handle two breweries. Then again the area is growing a lot. I had a Trail Break. It's $5 for a pint. This is about how much it's for most beers on tap. It's a Helles style lager. This is light and smooth. It doesn't have just beer. There's also some hand crafted sodas. I guess this place is kid friendly. There's also usually a food truck. It has a big taproom good for gatherings. The inside is much bigger than it looks. It might be hard to find if you haven't been around the area before. From north on Liberty turn left on Case and keeping going until you get to the curve. There's a public parking lot right there.

They have their own food truck now. Served food cold because they got text number wrong and didn't think to call it out. Cold substandard burger. Beer was good. Eat first.

Fun casual place! Just came to have a few beers and dinner and meet some friends. Husband enjoyed the Dreadmill Pilsner and I had the Sunscreen. The Hawaiian swell was good but a little sour for my taste. Fantastic bbq from Ray Rays and great band on the patio. They have great waffle fries and hearty size sandwiches. Prices were good too.

We love it here!! Outdoors or indoors! Family friendly and my son in law likes the sours....I'm not a beer expert but he is. You can order food to be delivered and our adult kids love to go there to meet friends and listen to music.

We enjoyed the beer, but I just don't think the vibe is that fun here. Seems super chill, but could benefit from some good music and staff could be friendlier. The dude at the entrance gate gave us a lecture about what tables he could not seat us at. They do have a cool outdoor patio and food trucks on the weekend. Key lime hard seltzer was really good. Probably not a repeat spot for me.

This place is so cool. They have an indoor section with the bar and tables, plus they've got a really big patio-style area with picnic tables, fire pits, etc. The patio is my favorite area because of the fire pits. I visited this brewery in November, and I was able to sit outside by the fire pretty comfortably. The outdoor section is dog-friendly, which I love! The beer selection is great. There's something for everyone here. My favorite was the orange creamsicle blonde ale! Not too sweet, and just the perfect amount of flavor to keep you coming back for a second or third :) They do not have a food menu, however there is a food truck that parks in the outdoor patio area. I ordered pulled pork sandwiches, French fries and Mac n cheese - all very tasty. The only real issue I had was the parking situation. It can be very tricky to find a spot nearby, especially on weekends when it's crowded. There is a parking lot across the street (about 3-5 minute walk) if you are unable to find something closer. Overall, Nocterra is a must-try in my book. Get over there ASAP!

The environment of this brewery is unmatched! Tons of outdoor seating, great beers on tap, and a food truck! We loved the spiced sour and their key lime seltzer.

Great space, great beer. The Beta Flash NE IPA is the best I've ever had. That's saying a lot. Every time I try a NE IPA, 9 times out of 10 I like it, but there is always one thing I don't like. A bitter note, too sweet, not hazy enough. I have no argument that I can make against this beer. I only sampled two other beers while there, and they were both very good, names escape me, but that Beta Flash, wow!! The space is nice, indoor is rustic wood, outside has twin fire pits running on gas, so you don't go home smelling like an ashtray. Picnic tables, and apparently kid friendly to an extreme, children outnumbered adults I'm pretty sure. Seemed like a quaint little town, though we did not explore it. I'd suggest stopping by and get the Beta Flash!!!

Stopped by here for the first time and LOVED it! The outdoor area is large and perfect for families. The inside is also pretty big and nicely decorated and the beer is fantastic! We have a closer brewery to our house but we'll make the drive here.

I really loved the beer selection at this place! This tastes a little more like a stout than a sour, but it really was good! I tried my friends creamsicle and it was AMAZING. I really loved the atmosphere but was disappointed there were no food options. They had a charcuterie board person there which sounds so fun but when we arrived at 7pm he had cleaned up. They were so nice about saying we could bring any food in, but I wish there were options there! I will have to revisit on the weekend to try out the barbecue!

Introduced my bestie to Nocterra last weekend, one of my favs! And to our surprise Ray Ray's Hog Pit was also waiting for us (must try!). The staff at Nocterra is always the coolest, super friendly and helpful! The location is great, plenty of indoor and outdoor (covered option in winter), plenty of parking, always a great food truck option as well! A good selection of beers also, there's always something for everyone!

I love this brewery. The beers are pretty good and they have a nice selection. They do a good job of rotating out the selection often, while keeping some of the staples up there. The staff there is really cool too and the environment is great. I love the outdoor patio area.

Great spot. Outdoor area is perfect for summer or colder weather. Ray Ray's BBQ on site. Ribs and beer were great. Good for families.

Beer was good but gotta say, person whom I assume was the brewmaster was less than welcoming. He corrected me while I was speaking with someone else about American IPAs, then seemed happy for us to leave when I closed our tab. That was myself and my brother, in our 60s, along with my son. Maybe he doesn't like people twice his age so tries to one up them, or was having a bad day. Either way it's not a good business strategy.

Really limited options in terms of beer and absolutely no other options for non beer drinkers such as myself. My first visit was for their Columbus Zoo animal visit. With this being a bar, I was not expecting children, much less an army of them. During this event my heart went out to the animals and zoo staff who worked hard to keep the mass of children at a safe distance away while their parents were blissfully unaware at the bar. This type of establishment is probably a dream come true for parents looking for an escape, but that really infringes on the experience for others.

We enjoyed our time at Nocterra. The space is huge which is awesome for bigger groups but even parties of 1-2. They have nice outdoor space too that may also have food trucks (we saw a sign for them but none were there). There were a lot of beers I was excited to try, being a fan of sours/gose but the flight was a little expensive ($12). However, you get 5 pours so it may be worth it to some.

Wow .... a nice hidden gem A friend told me about this place so I decided to stop by I ordered a flight and was pleasantly surprised Excellent Beers , Fruit beers , IPA'S . Nice location , great outside area with the one and only Ray Rays Hog Pit Food Truck .... yum Can't wait to come back I might .... just might .... develop a small , yet cute .... beer belly This might become one of my favorite spots , I like Beer

Enjoyed the ambience and outdoor space of this cute brewery. I can understand why parents would like to bring their kids and let them play, but I didn't care for it. I prefer an adults only atmosphere. Parking can be a bit tough. I enjoyed having a variety of beer flight options and the food truck partnership is a nice option. There are several microbrew options in Powell and this place's ambience is the best.

Holy mackerel- the dark stout with coconut is the best beer I have had for along time. Only disappointment was I couldn't get a growler for home! I will be back!. I bought a great glass to remind me to travel back to Powell!