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Named Columbus Underground’s  “Top Columbus Brewery of 2021 + 2022”

Named 614 Magazine: Columbest  “Best Local Brewery 2023”

Leashed and well-behaved dogs welcome outside in the Beer Garden and patio. Service animals only inside.

Family Friendly until 8pm, 21+ after 8pm. Children must be closely supervised at all times.

Taproom +
Beer Garden Quick Info


Hours
Food
Monday
3:00p - 10:00p
Tuesday
3:00p - 10:00p
Wednesday
3:00p - 10:00p
Thursday
11:00a - 10:00p
Friday
11:00a - 1:00a
Saturday
11:00a - 1:00a
Sunday
11:00a - 8:00p

Reserve
Space


Interested in reserving space for your group? Our Kickstarter room or Bere Garden Bungalows would be perfect. Click the button below for all the details and to make your reservation!

APRIL COMMUNITY PARTNER:

COLUMBUS METROPOLITAN LIBRARY

With community at the heart of everything we do, we’ve built our Let’s Give program to highlight a local organization, non-profit or business each month that inspires us.

Through this program, we aim to bring awareness to our featured partner, celebrate their commitment to making an impact, and give our customers the opportunity to also lend their support.

WHAT’S ON TAP?

We offer a full variety of seasonal, limited, year-round, and rotating beers across a spectrum of tastes and styles. Tasting flights are available, as well as carry-out options. Below you’ll find our current offerings, updated in real time.

FOOD

Beer goes great with food, and we’re lucky enough to partner with some culinary masters to provide eats to the taproom and beer garden on a daily basis. Ray Ray’s Hog Pit (Food & Wine’s best BBQ in Ohio) serves as our anchor food truck and are open Thursday-Sunday. We also have amazing rotating trucks here to serve you Monday-Wednesday, and bring in additional options for large events and busier days.

RAY RAY’S HOG PIT
Thursday and Sunday / 11:30am-8:00pm

Friday and Saturday / 11:30am-9:00pm


The best Barbecue in Ohio, according to Food + Wine Magazine.

It’s not in the sauce — it’s in your soul. That’s what sets Ray Ray’s Hog Pit apart. You can’t rush barbecue. Select cuts of pork, beef, and chicken are dry rubbed and cooked low and slow for the hint of hickory and honesty of oak that only 12 to 16 hours in a hardwood smoker can create. Traditional and original sauces — sweet and savory, jalapeño to habanero — always on the side, so as not to hide the pink smoke ring only found in authentic barbecue.

We’re really welcoming you back to the farm. So slow down, sit down, and share a meal (and a beer) with friends and neighbors — served outdoors, as barbecue should be.

Launched at the taproom in November 2017, Ray Ray’s is Land-Grant’s dedicated food truck from Thursday through Sunday. All of your Ray Ray’s favorites are on the menu, including smoked ribs, jerk chicken, beef brisket, pulled pork, and more! Beyond sit-down lunch and dinner services, Ray Ray’s and Land-Grant will accommodate carry out customers, party platter preparation, as well as catering services for events taking place in the taproom.

Click Here to Order Bulk BBQ


Ray Ray’s Instagram | Facebook | Website

 

MENU


RIBS
Smoked St. Louis Cut Spare Ribs and Baby Back Ribs

SAUCES & RUBS
Ray Ray’s Sweet BBQ
Jalapeno BBQ
Habanero BBQ
Carolina Vinegar Based
Ray Ray’s Dry Rub
Spicy Dry Rub

SANDWICHES
Jerk Chicken
Beef Brisket
Pulled pork
Carolina Chop Pork
Ray Ray’s Hot Link

MEATSWEATS
What we do best, in a box. Smoked brisket, pulled pork, jerk chicken, dry rubbed ribs, and our own Ray Ray’s hot link, with pickles and sauce.

SIDES
Cole Slaw
Pit Baked beans
Collard Greens
Waffle Fries

View full menu here.

FOOD TRUCKS


THURSDAY-MONDAY /
LATE NIGHT SLICE


Our resident pizza truck has you covered with delicious, hot slices until the wee-hours of the morning. Open Thursday-Monday.

FACEBOOK / INSTAGRAM / WEBSITE

TUESDAYS /
TORTILLA STREET FOOD


Made-to-order burritos, tacos, bowls, and nachos.

FACEBOOK / INSTAGRAM / WEBSITE

WEDNESDAYS /
TWO FATT INDIANS


Delicious northern curry style Indian food, made from scratch.

FACEBOOK / INSTAGRAM / WEBSITE

CLOSED FOR SEASON /
DODO DONUTS


Hot and fresh mini donuts Thursday-Saturday evenings. Returning June 1, 2023!

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PARKING

We’ve got a lot of space down here in Franklinton, we built out most of it ourselves, and we want you to see it all! We whipped up these handy maps to help you out. Explore our taproom, beer garden, patio, Kickstarter Room, brewery, and recreation space below.

Parking can be a little tricky in our neighborhood, so check out the map below for all the parking options in the area. There are tons of meters, free street parking, and large garages within a block or two of the taproom. We also have a small onsite parking lot, and Columbus offers myriad public transportation, rideshare, and taxi options.

Please do not park in the Strongwater/400 W. Rich parking lot across the street from the brewery, or in the Idea Foundry’s parking lot behind the brewery. You may be towed.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Can I Get Your Beer Delivered?

As of mid-January 2022 we have discontinued sales of our beer through our website. Our beer is available for purchase at our taproom as well as at beer retailers throughout Ohio. Our beer is also available via the Brewker subscription service.

Please utilize our beer finder to find a retailer near you.

Who Distributes Your Beer?

Currently, Land-Grant Beer is distributed in Central Ohio by the Columbus Distributing Company / Delmar Distributing.

Southeast Beverage distributes our beer in Southeast Ohio.

Metesich distrubutes our beer in Eastern Ohio. 

We are self distributed elsewhere in Ohio, including the Dayton area.

If you are interested in carrying Land-Grant beer, please use the contact form above to get in touch.

Do You Distribute to My Town/State?

Currently, Land-Grant Beer is distributed extensively throughout the Columbus and Central Ohio Area. Our beer is also distributed to South East Ohio and the Dayton area. We occasionally send a very limited amount of beer to Cincinnati and Cleveland. We are currently not distributed anywhere outside of the state of Ohio.

Can You Ship Me Beer?

Due to various legalities, cost, and our need to supply our tasting room and local market, we are unable to ship beer at this time.

I'm a collector. Can you send me your stickers or labels?

Sure! Send us a self-addressed and stamped envelope, and we'll drop some stuff in the mail for you.

What does the name “Land-Grant” mean?
Glad you asked. Our name derives from the Morrill Act of 1862, better known as the Land-Grant Act. The Act essentially set aside federal land in each state for the establishment of public Universities, bringing higher education to the masses. There's at least one Land-Grant school in every state, and that includes our very favorite school, right here in Columbus.
Didn't you used to be called Oval Brewing? Why'd you change the name?
It's true. Land-Grant was originally the Oval Brewing Company, and that was the name we used during our Kickstarter Campaign. We decided to change the name after discovering a trademark discrepancy. It was a bittersweet change, but in the end we've come to love the Land-Grant, and think it fits our brand like a glove.
Who's that guy with the 'burns? Is he an old president?
The old fashioned looking dude you see on the wall behind our bar is none-other than Justin Morrill, the congressman who penned the Land-Grant Act of 1862, which was enacted by president Lincoln.
Why Columbus?
In short...we love it. The long answer is "We're all from different parts of Ohio, but have all ended up in Columbus at various points and there's something that just keeps pulling us back. We love its energy, support, sports, culture, diversity, and...beer! It's been a joy to run our brewery and taproom in the Capital City, and we're deeply grateful for the Community that's embraced us.
Are You Hiring?
Check out our jobs page to see if we’re hiring for any specific positions, you can also send us you resumé for consideration in the future.
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Taproom Questions

What Are Your Hours?

Standard Beer Garden and Taproom Hours*
Monday / 3:00p-10:00p
Tuesday / 3:00p-10:00p
Wednesday / 3:00p-10:00p
Thursday / 11:00a-10:00p
Friday / 11:00a-1:00a
Saturday / 11:00a-1:00a
Sunday / 11:00a-8:00p

HOLIDAY HOURS:
Typically we will close for the following holidays:
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day

Be sure to check our social media feeds for the latest on special hours. We will also add our Holiday Season hours to the various hour sections on this website before Thanksgiving, and always update our google hours for special hours.

*Beer Garden operations are weather dependent.

We occasionally stay open late for sporting events like Crew matches, OSU games, and Browns games. Check Facebook for the latest.

 

 

What Is the Food Truck Schedule?

Monday / Late Night Slice
Tuesday / Tortilla Street Food
Wednesday / Two Fatt Indians
Thursday / Ray Ray's / Late Night Slice
Friday / Ray Ray'sRay Ray's / Late Night Slice
Saturday /Ray Ray's / Late Night Slice
Sunday /Ray Ray's / Late Night Slice

*When there is no food truck, feel free to bring in your own food or order delivery to the Taproom. More food-related info can be found on our Beer Garden page. Last minute changes will be communicated on our social channels.

Can We Bring Our Own Food?

We work very closely with Ray Ray's, Late Night Slice, and our food truck partners, and—as a fellow small business—we want to see them succeed. For this reason we prefer that you do not bring in outside food (birthday cakes and other "special" food items are okay). Information about food at Land-Grant is available here, and the trucks are happy to work with you to meet your catering needs. If you are unsure or have additional questions, drop us a line via the contact form above.

What Forms of Payment do you Accept?
We accept cash and all major credit cards.
Is the Brewery Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes, wheelchair access is available from our parking lot on the West side of the building.
Are Tour Groups and Party Buses Allowed?
Parking for larger vehicles is extremely limited and must be reserved in advance at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Large groups are welcome at the brewery, however space inside is limited and we ask that you give us advance notice if bringing a group larger than 10 people to ensure that we are staffed appropriately.

We are currently only accepting reservations for our Kickstarter Room space. You can make a reservation, and learn more, by clicking here.

Private tours can be arranged for large groups in advance, otherwise groups are welcome to join the free tour at 3pm on Saturdays.

 

Do You Take Reservations?

We are currently accepting reservations for our Kickstarter Room and Beer Garden Bungalows. In the winter, we offer Igloo, and Curling reservations. Please review the information on their individual pages and use the book now feature to reserve.

Do We Need Reservations for our Group?

Reservations are certainly not required, and our Beer Garden provides lots of space,  but can get busy on weekends.

If you are planning ahead with a group, we are currently accepting reservations for our Kickstarter Room and Beer Garden Bungalows. In the winter, we offer Igloo, and Curling reservations. Please review the information on their individual pages and use the book now feature to reserve.

Are Kids Welcome at the Brewery?
Children (and tweens/teens) are allowed to visit the taproom before 8pm. After 8pm, patrons must be at least 21 years old.

Space is limited inside the taproom, and we ask that children are kept close to their group's table and remain under direct supervision at all times.

Are Dogs Welcome at the Taproom?

Much to Gus and Debbie’s excitement, well-behaved dogs are welcome in our beer garden and on the patio. Dogs must be leashed and remain under direct control at all times. Pups creating disruption or an unsafe environment may be asked to leave.

Water bowls and treats are available at the bar.

Do You Offer Carryout Options?
Yes! Most of our beers are available in six or four packs of cans.

Do You Offer Tours?
Yes! We offer a free brewery tour every Saturday at 3pm! There is no need to reserve space, buy a ticket, or RSVP. Simply arrive a little before 3pm and make your way to the Kickstarter room door for the tour.

The weekly tour will be rescheduled if it aligns with a noon Ohio State football game. So check the calendar in the fall.

Private tours can be arranged for large groups, but must be scheduled around the production schedule. Use the contact page to get in touch.

Is the Brewery Available for Weddings, Private Parties, or Other Special Events?

We accept reservations for our Kickstarter Room and—in the colder months— our Igloos and Curling Lanes .