Wow. So I like to keep tabs on all the new breweries opening up in N.E. Ohio, and I'd been following the building of Noble Beast pretty eagerly. Let me just say that in a town where many breweries are re-purposing industrial spaces, there's a tendency for some to turn out a bit soulless and homogenous, but right as I stepped through the door I could tell that Noble Beast hadn't fallen into that at all.
Design/Vibe:
My wife and I stopped in around 9:30pm on a Tuesday and we were welcomed in through a giant garage door that essentially made the place feel indoors and outdoors at the same time. There are warm and cleverly hung bulbs throughout the place illuminating the tasteful accenting wood tones and colorful decorations to make the place pop (I.e. green bar stools, a rare 1970's motorcycle hanging from the ceiling and giant cutouts of Hops on the wall in the corner). Also the music was solid and inviting alternative/indie tunes at a perfect volume for the space and late night drinkers.
Food:
Honestly I think that food is becoming a very important element in the success or failure of a brewery. Well, it just so happens that Noble Beast hired the former sous chef of Spice Kitchen in Gordon Square, and they could not have made a better move. The food was absolutely killer and makes this place he totally viable lunch and dinner spot in the downtown area as well. We had the veggie sandwich with fries and a corn dog. Would definitely recommend.
Lastly, the beer:
All the brewing equipment is right there for you to see which always creates a cool aesthetic. My wife and I had the Manchurian Grisette and the Say When Saison. I don't have an educated enough understanding of exactly what flavors to look for in some of these less common beer styles, but I do know when my pallet is pleased and that was definitely the case here. And I can only imagine that as the batches roll in, the product will only continue to improve!
Overall, this place quickly ascended to the top rankings of my favorite breweries in the Cleveland area. Do yourself a favor and stop in often :)