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Catch-a-Fire Pizza to Open Kitchen in West Side Brewing

The brewery, which has long relied on food trucks, says it's looking forward to adding a permanent in-house kitchen to its repertoire.

Dec 12, 2023 at 11:23 am

Catch-a-Fire Pizza and West Side Brewing Photo: Provided by Catch-a-Fire Pizza/West Side Brewing

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A popular local pizzeria is coming to the West Side of Cincinnati. Catch-a-Fire Pizza, which recently announced it was closing its flagship location inside MadTree in Oakley, will now partner with West Side Brewing to open a kitchen in its Westwood taproom.

“We have been wanting to be a part of the Westwood and west side community for a long time since our food truck days, and we couldn’t be more excited to be joining forces with West Side Brewing,” Catch-a-Fire co-owner Jeff Ledford said in a press release.

“Our model of uniting our food service operation within a brewery taproom works. It makes sense for us to focus on providing top-quality food while allowing the brewery to focus on the brewing process. We think it’s a win-win!” co-owner Melissa Ledford added.

The new location will feature a hybrid-style service. Guests can place their orders, relax and enjoy their beers while waiting for their food to be delivered. The menu will feature Catch-a-Fire’s popular wood-fired pizzas, including One Love, Three Little Pigs, Buffalo Soldier and Crazy Potatoheads, along with appetizers, entrée salads and artisan sandwiches with vegan and vegetarian options.

Catch-a-Fire plans to be open for lunch and dinner, with similar hours to the brewery. It will also provide catering services for private events at the brewery.

West Side Brewing, which has heavily relied on food trucks since opening in 2017, says it’s excited to add a permanent, in-house kitchen to its repertoire.

“We greatly appreciate the support of our food truck partners, but we’re confident that adding a consistent taproom food provider with extended service hours is best for our customers, and we couldn’t be more excited to work with a top-notch operator like Catch-a-Fire,” West Side Brewing co-owner Joe Mumper said in the release.

The brewery and pizzeria say they’re looking forward to collaborating on things like special events, food and beverage pairings and rotating features.

While an official opening date hasn’t been announced, Catch-a-Fire says it will be opening in West Side’s taproom in early 2024. The pizzeria also has locations in Blue Ash (9290 Kenwood Road) and Lebanon (511 N. Broadway St.). See their menu here.

West Side Brewing, 3044 Harrison Ave., Westwood. More info: westsidebrewing.com.

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21 Spots to Grab a Drink on the West Side of Cincinnati

West Side Brewing3044 Harrison Ave., WestwoodThe aptly named West Side Brewing was the West Side’s first brewery. Since opening its doors in 2017, the brewery has offered a spot for the community to grab a drink, catch up with old friends (or make some new ones) and spend time with family of all ages. West Side offers a wide selection of its craft beers and cider that are rotated out seasonally, including some experimental IPAs. And with a packed event calendar and visiting food trucks, you can spend your whole day here!

Somm Wine Bar3105 Price Ave., East Price HillFood and wine are perfectly paired at Somm, and the outdoor patio with its fountain, Edison-bulb string lights, fire table and meticulous landscaping is the perfect spot to enjoy them. This Incline District wine bar and restaurant has over 80 kinds of wine to choose from and a menu ranging from charcuterie boards to the Somm burger to filet mignon. It fills up fast though, so you'll want to make a reservation.

Maloney’s Pub408 Greenwell Ave., DelhiMaloney’s Pub is a West Side staple that serves up plenty of brews, burgers, wings and Irish vibes. Sit with a Guinness and watch the Bengals game, gather outside around the patio’s firepit with your friends or visit on Wednesday nights for trivia. And the best part: They serve hearty breakfast dishes all day to help you soak up all the alcohol from the night before.

Game Time Sports Bar and Grill3613 Harrison Ave., CheviotGame Time lives up to its name: In the warmer months, it opens its sand volleyball court and Tiki bar so you can relax and experience some of the best parts of being at the beach without leaving the West Side. While enjoying a beer, you can play shuffleboard or bowl, or even try your hand at the arcade games. The bar also hosts year-round cornhole, pool and steel-tip and soft-tip dart leagues. And if you worked up an appetite after all the fun, indulge in one of their famous burgers.

Vinkolet Winery11069 Colerain Ave., ColerainNestled near the edge of the West Side is an idyllic winery surrounded by rows of grapes and rolling hills. Vinkolet is the only working winery in Hamilton County and is home to 12 award-winning wines and the annual autumn Vinkolet Wine & Art Festival. It’s the perfect spot to relax with a glass of vino and enjoy the scenery. And on Fridays and Saturdays, the winery hosts its Grilled to Perfection dinner, where you select your entree and grill it yourself while sipping on a half bottle of wine of your choosing.

BierMarkt420 Three Rivers Pkwy., North BendBierMarkt specializes in craft, imported and specialty beers, as well as craft cocktails and wine. They also offer an eclectic menu – from authentic tacos and tortas to traditional bar fare like wings and nachos to the Cincinnati staple goetta.

Pirate’s Den Bar and Grill3670 Werk Rd., Green TownshipYou’ll always have a good time with your mateys at the Pirate’s Den! This West Side favorite is open for lunch and dinner and prides itself on its wings and drinks. If you’re a sports lover, they’ve always got the latest game on their 20-inch flat screens, or you can play pool or darts. And on Friday and Saturday nights, they feature live music from some of the best local bands around.

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