Urban Artifact

Great beer and particularly delicious sours. Set in an old church but dog friendly we drink here every time we are.

Fantastic. Street parking, and on the lower level of an old church await amazing fruity beers. Offer flights, many to-go options including crowlers of items not offered in other to-go (bottle, singles, tallboys, multi-packs). Service friendly and quick. No kitchen but have menus for 2 pizza places. I got the NYPD pizza - with the Urban Artifact deal a large 1 topping pie is only like 13 bucks. While I would classify the pie as alright, the value is unbeatable. The tarts - my favorite was a chili/fig - this is a fresh beer that tastes of pepper. Also enjoyed the coconut smoothie - it's not a slushy texture but the taste profile is fantastic - earthbn but tiki adjacent. I also got a few small bottles of their aged stuff which I'm super excited to try. These aren't cheap and there are no samples fyi. I will definitely be back and recommend to anyone wanting a unique venue and great, fruity beers.

Stellar spot, especially if you like fruit-based beer (by which I don’t mean “fruity,” as not all are sweet). Here you can get sours, tarts, and hard ciders. You can get gluten free cerveza here. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. They will let you try what is on tap if you can’t decide. When I was last there, they had 12 selections on tap, including ciders. They sell by the can as well, and have gift certificates.

Liked the beer options. Friendly staff. Lots of premade cans in coolers.loved the pickle tasting beer. We all tried flights, played the coaster game and Sprout the dog had a good time too!

Stopped in on a coast to coast brewery road trip. I had the teak is was ok, a little too acidic for my taste. Wanted to try more but the staff was more interested in comping some group and talking about different weed oil techniques. Won’t be back

Did my wedding here. Overall extremely positive experience. The price was pretty competitive with most other venues, and they were able to accommodate our special requests. Several great opportunities for photos both inside and outside. They had several recommended caterers who were familiar with serving the venue (We went with mazunte). The inside of the venue is beautiful and comfortably sat 100 people for dinner with room for a dance floor. A few minor downsides - first, the surrounding area isn't exactly "picturesque". Also, you have to share a bathroom with the bar downstairs for your events, which was less than ideal for us but didn't turn out to be that big of an issue. I wasn't big on the fruit sours at first but they grew on me and now Gadget is one of my favorite beers. Also, it was a little bit challenging to get ahold of the staff at some points in the planning process, but we got everything resolved in the end. Also, you should be aware there is only one bridal suite. In spite of the minor gripes I am mentioning here I think it still warranted five stars and I would definitely go with them again.

They have a very good selection of sour beers especially the Pickle beer!!! It's very good!!

Urban Artifact has some cool beers in one of the most beautiful settings. This church-turned-brewery has a bunch of delicious sours plus some more standard selections. All of their beers are of good quality though, and the staff is excellent. The old church makes for an interesting drinking space. I very much enjoyed my flight.

Huge fan of sour beers, so this is the place to get them in Cincinnati! You'll need to go elsewhere to get food, however.

this is my boyfriends all time favorite brewery. we have tried almost every beer and are always impressed. We love to come here for a quick stop or for a night out! they also have thc drinks available that are sooo good. We enjoyed playing games they offer during our visit! It seems they have events and karaoke, although we have not attended those yet

I've been a long time fan of tart fruit beers and we finally had an opportunity to visit this taproom. It's located in the basement of an old church, and has a brightly painted wall near the entrance. Inside is mostly wood with old confessionals in the corner. The women's bathroom had a ton of stalls and was stocked, which I always appreciate. When you first walk in there is a "store" area to the right with beer to take and merchandise. The bar is towards the back and has a wall with 12-15 on tap beers. I ended up ordering two flights of beer since I wanted to try everything. I lean towards a very tart and crisp beer. My all time OG favorite is the Spyglass, which is a lemon and lime golden sour ale. It wasn't on tap but available for purchase in a mixed pack. I tried a bunch Peer, Kilobyte, Gadget, Fire Iron, Bushel, Teak, Pickle, Dyne and more. Loved them all, some more than others. I can't wait to go back to load up. If you're a fan or tart fruit beers, or not, it's definitely worth a trip to check it out.

Super unique location with fantastic beers. Think we tried everything and not one bad pour.

Really cool spot! We are not huge sour fans, but they had some really interesting ones! Ask for the tour of the music venue and the wedding space. Too cool! Emily was awesome! Also dog friendly for now!

You want to experience the best beer in Cincinnati? You've found the place! Friendly staff. Great ambiance. Eclectic vibe. Always something new to try.

Thank god places like this exist! Converted church into brewery? Yes please! And here I thought I would never go to church again lol. Beers are tart which is not my thing but they do sell other bottle beers for people like me. I was here for an women's day event selling my macrame art and it went so well! Vendors and visitors all had smiles on their faces. Maybe it's cuz we can day drink?! My favorite part is the smell of the church especially when they have a bonfire going in the back yard and the smell comes into the inside. Heaven! And I never thought I get there ;) Plenty of street parking but can fill up quickly so go early if you can.

I showed up for the Meat Raffle (amazing event, 5 star recommend) - I had the BEST service. Not only does everyone greet you, but they actively talk to you about their beer and walk around to check on how you are doing. I will always recommend Urban Artifact. Even if you dont like sour beer, the service and atmosphere is always fun and lively.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for UA yet! This is my favorite local brewery in Cincy (and maybe my favorite brewery ever?) How cool is it that this is located in an old church?!? You can always count on Urban Artifact for fun flavors -- and I'd argue that all of their unique offerings are delicious!! I've had nitro infused beers and beers with random herbs and spices elsewhere ... but the execution isn't always on point. Whereas with UA - I've never met a brew I didn't enjoy. During our most recent visit, we tried their elusive Pickle Beer. This special brew is only offered during the month of December -- and it's one we will definitely be stocking up on. It's a savory, sour beer without being overwhelming -- and you can really pick up on the dill. Another fun perk of visiting the taproom is their game selection! My husband and I love a good board game night -- and they have something for any size group to enjoy. We stuck with Battleship, which we've decreed to be the perfect two player game. UA -- thanks for being an awesome addition to the Cincy brewery scene. We'll be back to see you again soon!

Tried Urban Artifact for the first time and 10/10. They have such a selection of very different flavors and combinations so there is always something new to try. It is also located inside an old church, which is very cool. I especially love their outside area so you can really take in the unique location. They also have a firepit for those colder nights as well as games to play while you are drinking. So excited to see what they have to offer the next time I am in Cinci. I am a big fan and will be back for sure!

I LOVE this brewery. Everyone is personable and the beers are delicious. Sours and fruit tarts are my favorite and they do it right. Unfortunately, they've added TVs and it's distracting and not the same vibe as it used to be.

Loved this brewery just a bit outside of the city. The bartender was so friendly and helpful when finding a beer we liked. I love sours, which is what they specialize in. My husband doesn't like them as much, but still found a beer he really enjoyed. It's in an old church which is really cool. Highly Recommend!!

Date night requires a beer every unit and again. And it doesn't hurt that Pata Roja has made this their new location. It's a win win. Plenty of space and plenty of beer. This is a girls night, date night or a grab a beer Togo kinda evening.

Cool vibes and great beer! If you're a fan of sour ales, this is the place for you! Highly recommend getting a flight and trying several of their yummy options. They also have a bunch of cool merch, so it's definitely worth checking out.

Always like issuing five star reviews to breweries that generate wonderful craft beer drinking experiences. I would have love to have tried more than one beer with Urban Artifact but opportunity allowed one. And the choice made in the one was a good one! We got the Kaleidoscope beer which has Pineapple and guava features to it. It also had an herbal aspect to it and I do so love herbal beers and feel like I don't get them enough. Kaleidoscope was a good beer to relax with and if the opportunity ever does present itself again I'd love to try more of their other beers!

Updated review since the business owner stated they took Amex and have since 2015: it was your bar staff when I was there in 2021 who said you didn't take AmEx. Still haven't been back, still won't now that this arrogant owner incorrectly refuted me.

This place has the best and only sour beers in town! If you like sour beers this is the place to go. Not only for the unique atmosphere of being in an old church but for the most variety of sour beers. The staff is patient and helpful. Will make sure to return

We had a blast hanging out inside of Urban Artifact Brewery with our dog. They have multiple seating options for large to small groups. They do not offer food but sometimes offer a food truck. They have lots of board games in their brewery so plan on staying for a while to have some fun and drink some amazing beers. They have a variety of beers to choose from. They are known for their fruity, sour and tart beers (aka Fruit Tart). Gotta check out their delicious beers, fun games and beautiful venue. This brewery is nestled in the basement of the historic St. Patrick's Catholic Church. They also offer live shows on their Radio Artifact Soundstage. A must place to go with your dog!

I met my cousin for a beer so we can catch up and decided to try a new brewery. The outside is beautiful. It's an old church and the windows are magnificent. The inside was nothing exciting very dark but they were set up for social distancing. As far as the beer I had to try the pickle beer and I know have a new favorite. It's refreshing with the taste of cucumber and dill. The outside has a great sitting area which now will seat up to eight a table. Glad I tried something new and found a fantastic beer

I was meeting a big group of friends at UA for a reunion. We parked a block away on the street because I didn't know the parking situation, it ended up being fine. I knew it was in an old renovated church, but I didn't realize how big or beautiful this building would be! The patio off to the side was an added benefit to be able to sit outside at picnic tables. There weren't any servers outside, so you got your drinks directly from the bar. They had merch inside and plenty of sour drink choices. They do not have food, and I don't know their policy of bringing outside food. I am giving 3/5 stars because they are famous for sour beers, and they only have tart and sour beers/seltzers available, which is good for the niche of people who like sours. I am not one of those people. I asked the bartender for suggestions, tried a few, and was unsuccessful. I decided on mixing two beers together to try to bet a more Pale Ale or IPA flavor, it was drinkable, but the bartender was not patient or very happy that I decided to go to a sour beer bar and don't like sour beers.

I wish I liked sours! Urban Artifact has such a unique vibe because it's a renovated church and from no what I could tell, only brewed sours or "Tarts". The staff was helpful and allowed me to ask questions about beer I was unaware of. I recommend visiting in warmer months because they set up a great outdoor area that is dog friendly.

The sheer amount of breweries in Cincinnati has turned me into a beer lover! And Urban Artifact is a MUST TRY in Cincy. Firstly, the location (in the heart of Northside) is so convenient. It's appropriately busy, not always packed. There's plenty parking in front, and next to the brewery. The church building is gorgeous. The taproom is a good size, and there are board games to borrow and play. They have some great bands that perform almost every evening. The patio is beautiful. The staff is welcoming and friendly. And they have *breaking news* GREAT BEER! Even though they specialize in sour/tart/ale kinda beers, there's something for everyone here. I got the Spyglass (lime tart) and my friend got Finn. We liked it both. For a $6 a glass, the prices were typical. You can get a six pack cans for $10 I think. There's food now, but I haven't tried it yet.

Great venue, great bands, and love the acoustics! One of my favorite places to watch bands perform. Understand they have local craft beers but bourbon is my fav wish they would invest a little. I'd suggest Four Roses, and Wild Turkey bourbon. As always had a great time here! Till next time......

If you like to pucker up with sour ales or go wild on some wild ales, Urban Artifact is a destination for you! Great and unique brews in a unique setting and all of it truly enjoyable. The place itself is in an old church repurposed as a brewery. Fitting since at one time, hundreds of years ago, churches in Europe, especially in Germany and Belgium, churches actually brewed and controlled beer. (Seriously, look it up!) They always have great stuff on tap, including some guest taps and bottles, and daily special including dunking a popsicle into one of their brews (Saturdays). They also have a stage for live music and shows. So if you find yourself in beautiful Northside, you owe it to yourself to check this gem out, especially if you like it sour or wild. I know I do!

Usually, in presence of such inspiring architecture and the joy of a new experience, I only have good things to say. However, Urban Artifact really underwhelmed me. Yes, the building is absolutely amazing: it's in the former St. Pius Catholic Church and the structure is breathtaking. Sadly, the experience in reality was uninspired. Having done no research beforehand, I met a friend here (who unbeknownst to me hates sour beers) to find that, of course, Urban Artifact only brews sour beers. They have a unique niche in the market and they're only brewing "tart and wild" beers: which he won't drink for preference and I can't drink for dietary reasons. So, we both ended up drinking something that was not even made there. Add to this that we were both hungry, and while knowing they contracted for pizza/food with Wildfire next door, the long bar wait and general crowdedness of the place just didn't seem worth it. I knew that the entertainment space upstairs (in the main worship hall) was restricted and not open to the public yet. Still it was a disappointment that the only accessible part of the bar was in the church basement. Urban Artifact has a ton of potential to be a hybrid of Taft Ale House & Transept OTR: if they grow and add some new menu offerings. Until then, I am a bit sour.

Best sour beers around. Super friendly staff and a very cool vibe. Check them out on Tuesday for 10 dollar flights!

The outdoor area was so nice, there were fires burning the whole time we were there and plenty of seating. Price wasn't too bad for a brewery. Parking was a little difficult but fine if you're okay with walking. The people inside were very nice but there were some people standing on the side of the building screaming at each other when we walked up which made me nervous for what was inside but was very pleasantly surprised, will be returning.

Wonderful selection of fruit ales, sours and gose. Atmosphere is fun, located in an old church. We didn't try the food but the pizza sounds delicious. Very friendly service. Flights are fun way to try a variety of beers. They also make a terrific margarita for non beer drinkers.

This was the fourth stop on my Northside Pubcrawl that I attended. I love the atmosphere of this bar being in an old church. The location is a bit off the main drag as the other bars I went to during this crawl (6 locations total). A couple in my group ordered pizza and other food items that we shared. The pepperoni pizza was SOOO GOOD! Definitely recommend! The reason I docked a star was due to the live music in a room in the back of the bar. A couple of us from the crawl went back to check it out when the music started playing. There were not any signs or anyone at the door, so we kind of meandered our way in. We were listening to a song, standing near the back, when the performer stopped mid-song to tell us to pay $20 in the back. We were a bit shocked, as there were literally only 5 audience members not counting the three of us. We backed out and left. We were unaware that it was a paid event as there were no signs. We did warn others in the crawl to not go back there - though some missed our warning and also got told to pay after entering. This place does have an outdoor space that was very large. Half of my group spent time outside and the others inside. Overall, the food here was great. I wish they had signs warning about the music event costing extra.

Urban is a must if you love sours. Service is top-notch with servers offering suggestions based upon what you like and ideas that you might not think of.

The Cincinnati brewery who's mantra is wild culture brewing the city's premiere sour beers. Old St. Patrick's Catholic Church repurposed into a cool urban brewery very big on reusing materials on hand and building into the Northside neighborhood. All of the beers use fruit, vegetables, seasonings in season from regional producers. Found out during the brewery tour their beers don't really have a name until they're ready and are made in small batches when they're gone they're gone, except for Keypunch their gose German style beer with key limes available year round & canned. A visit to Urban Artifact is a must when in Northside.

My absolute favorite brewery. They are super creative with their beer which I appreciate. Even beers I may not be a fan of (very few) I can still appreciate their attempt. I've been a CLASP member for a few months now and will continue again next year.

There's something about this old church that's hard not to fall in love with. The venue holds in all the rustic charm and grunge that is the essence of Northside. The high ceilings lit by uplighting provide the perfect backdrop to live music and an incredible space to drink the delicious sour beers of Urban Artifact. Speaking of which, if you are a lover of sour beers, Urban Artifact is a must-visit in Cincy. The staff is friendly and the weeknights are filled with live music. Whether you're craving a pickle beer (yes, that's a thing), or just want to enjoy the Northside-vibes, Urban Artifact is a great spot to relax with a cold one. The outdoor patio area is lackluster, but gets the job done and has seating for a nice day. All in all, it doesn't get much better than Urban Artifact for me (the Pinwheel beer is one of my favorites, though I've never had one of theirs I don't like!)

I know a am in the minority in my review. As such, I will start with the positive. I have attended an event in the event space, and wanted to wait until I tried the brewery space before writing a review. When it comes to the upstairs event space, I really like it. There are high ceilings. It is intimate enough to not seem overwhelming, yet large enough for a decent sized crowd. Strings of lights give the room a romantic feel. Creating an event space and brewery is a wonderful use of the old church.. The brewery is where Urban Artifact looses me. For my taste, the beer is too sour. We tried a flight plus one taster. I could not stand more than a couple sips of each. With the exception of one, my husband felt the same. Upon leaving, there was more beer left in the glasses than what we consumed. The music near the stage was loud. I could not imagine being near the stage with live music playing. We would have left much sooner, but we had to wait for our pizza from Wildfire. (Part of Urban Artifact, yet a separate business.)

LOVE everything this place stands for. Community based establishment for Sure and is the heart of town.

My first visit here was for a wedding; the ceremony and reception were held in the beautiful cathedral space, while in between the events we had to wait in the brewery itself. I have always heard good things about this place but didn't know what to expect. Be prepared: most of their brews are sours and fruit beers. If you like darker, more traditional beers, I would come in with an open mind. As for the space itself, it's actually very cool. The main seating space is pretty small but it's got lots of hi-tops as well as large booths for groups. In the back there's a section for live music, which I believe they have almost every night of the week. There's also a huge shelf of board games, which I love. Depending on the crowd I'm with, I would return, however I'm not a huge fan of their beer selection.

We were in the area on a Sunday and decided to stop in. Being from Louisville, I'm used to church bars with 3rd Turn and Holy Grale. This church bar is different in that it's huge! It's huge and it has a stage! Whaaaa! As soon as I noticed the stage I thought to myself how awesome it'd be to see a show there. I immediately check their site when I arrived home and of course... there's a show later this month(Helado Negro) that might need my attention! They specialize in sours. I like sour beers, but none of them that I tried here really stood out to me. The stars come from everything else about the place. I ordered a flight... I get to try 4 beers for $8? Wow! The beer: -- Finn - Pale ale at 5.3 abv. I'm not a huge fan of pale ales, but this beer was featured in GQ magazine(Not that mags are that reputable in today's information environment) so I thought I should at least try it. It was good. It didn't strike me as a pale ale. -- Chariot - Cherry Gose at 4.7 abv. As far as taste goes, this was at the top of the list in my flight. Order this one for sure. -- Key Punch - Key Lime Gose at 4.7 abv. I was excited for this one because Key Lime is my favorite pie! Unfortunately this beer missed with me. It tasted more like dish detergent. Unfortunate. -- Hippodrome - Double IPA at 8.7 abv. I love IPAs. I liked this one. Even if you don't like IPAs, you're safe to order this one as it isn't as bitter as I expected it to be. The space is really cool. The basement is where the bar is. The stage is also down there along with plenty of sitting space and board games to play. The bartender was a nice guy. It wasn't too busy during our visit. We were there mid-afternoon so the sun was out and disturbing our eyeballs. My only criticism of the place is the outside area. I liked it, but it could use a shade tree for those day drinking moments when the sun just won't go away. I bet this place is a hot spot at night. I think they're doing well as they have their first canned product on the way for release in December. I also would like to see the upstairs. I think it is closed off. My best guess would be that the stills and other brewing supplies are there. I think they use part of it as an event space too. I totally see another cash flow opportunity in giving people small tours. Obviously it wouldn't be anything extensive, but the church was built in 1876... it'd be cool to see! Check out this place on your next visit to Cincinnati! It's a must!

If you like sours made with the freshest fruit, this is the place for you. Cool atmosphere and a knowledgeable guy behind the bar. It's hard to select just a few beers for a flight, because they are all outstanding. The pineapple upside down cake is like the perfect desert in a glass. The Sliderule is phenomenal. This is a must stop for the beer scene in Cincinnati and the calzone is delicious.

If you like sour beers, you'll love Urban Artifact! If you hate sour beers, this probably isn't the place for you. They do have a limited selection of bottles/cans which aren't sour, but their specialty are sours. Now, forget the beer, let's talk about their food option, available through Wildfire Pizza. AMAZING! You can order the pizza through your bartender and they will bring the pizza right to you. The building is super cool - it is actually an old church and you can schedule a tour of the building (we did not take a tour). It was kind of confusing trying to figure out which door to go into when we first arrived. Definitely worth a stop if you're into breweries!

This brewery is in an old church. It's really cute. The staff was helpful. My husband loves their beer. We were at the taping of the beer Missing Link. It tasted good to me and my husband and many others loved it. I however, had a sore throat after the second sip. The sore throat stopped when I stopped drinking it. This brew is made with a 150 year old yeast. So I guess I have an allergy to it. Any way it was fun and it tasted good! Disappointed I had to have my husband drink he. He was happy!

What a cool event venue! I got to see the inside for the first time last night. They definitely go for the shabby chic look - all the stained glass windows were removed by the previous owners and there is paint peeling from the ceiling. But it still has beautiful, blonde wood floors and they've strung up festive strands of lights! Our party was quite small which made the room feel particularly spacious. Even with large tables, a bar, a lounge corner and a band playing! The most this venue holds I think is 220. The bathrooms are downstairs in what I assume is the bar space that is open to the general public. Tables and chairs aren't included with the base rental price. It's $10/guest. You're welcome to use an outside provider, but I would recommend using theirs. Their tables are made by a local artist. They are the same size as the usual circle, Event tables. But the wood they're made of is so very beautiful that there'd be no need to rent table cloths! The chairs aren't foldable, but rather very stylish and sturdy, and a bright copper cooler that looks perfect with the venue! This could be a tough space for a caterer as they don't have a very big kitchen and no elevator. I would think that very little could be made fresh on-site.

A sour beer brewery located in the basement of an old church. Enjoy their brews outside in the courtyard or in their tap room. Take some home or order online. Modern and eclectic, with such a wonderful staff. Friendly and knowledgeable, they are always helpful to those newcomers first tasting sours. In my experience, best brewery on the east coast. The upstairs of the church is a venue available for concerts, wedding, fairs etc. A great spot to relax and get in touch with your fruity side! I often work from here with free WiFi available.

I love this adorable little brewery. It's the place to go for any connoisseur of light, refreshing fruity beers and the best part is everything is vegan!

Looking for a good time, I found this place with a sixteen piece big band for free on a Wednesday night. Since they have a taproom in the basement of the old church there are plenty of beer choices. I can't say that I'm crazy about any of them. I do like the venue and the set up. They even had board games to play with and kids were there too. I was disappointed to find there was no dancing involved and the snacks were 25¢ bags of chips and peanuts that were sold for $1. The flight of for beers was only $8. I like to try new things so I tried most of them. I really liked the venue. I'd like a tour of the place. Playing the games during the band performance was really fun. Those guys are good and they play every wednesday.

I'm picky about beer, but I love sours, and Urban Artifact is the best! They have great seasonal offerings, but Gadget, which is always available, is a favorite of mine!

We went to Urban Artifact after enjoying their Pinwheel beer at one of our local restaurants. We were interested in checking out their other sour beers, make sure you like sour brews if you are checking their place out. When we arrived it was busy, but not crowded. It took 10-15 minutes to get our first drink which was a bit frustrating considering we were right up at the bar. Eventually once the server saw us it didn't take long to get our second round. We ordered a flight to try as many options as possible and didn't really love any of the selections. On our next order I went with my standby and my fiancé ordered the IPA and he didn't love it. He however doesn't love tart/sour beers to begin with so I was not super shocked that it wasn't his favorite. The vibe was neat, it was located in an old Catholic Church. The side room which typically looks like it is used for music was reserved for a private party as well as the space upstairs. I would have loved to see that space because it looked really neat from peeking from the outside! The bathrooms were a bit on the yucky side. The smell was not great when first entering and most of the toilets appeared to not be flushing all the way when I went in. I get that there can be issues, but gross! Definitely worth checking in if you like sour beers and looking to try a new spot!

My #1 favorite spot in Cincinnati. I have brought many visitors and friends here (I'm a NYC transplant) and they've all been impressed. If you like sour beer there is NO better place! The outdoor space is super cool and the indoor (inside an old church) is really unique. Highly recommend.

Stopped in here for a quick beer on Sunday afternoon. Loved the feel and look of the old church. The bar is in the basement where they have seating and a live music venue type area. They have the bands on the chalk board so you can check out what's playing for the month. Bartender was very friendly and let me try a couple beers before picking one. The restrooms were also very clean and there were 8 women's stalls!! Also really loved the outdoor area, Adirondack chairs, corn-hole and picnic tables. Very cool place!!

Great renovation in this old church. Most exciting is that the space is available for events.... weddings, concerts....