Mason, Ohio

Sonder Brewing is a local favorite in Mason, serving up a rotating selection of craft beers in a laid-back, family-friendly taproom with a spacious beer garden. They’ve got everything from crisp lagers to bold IPAs, plus a lineup of events like live music, trivia nights, and even DIY workshops. When hunger kicks in, their West Chester location—Taphaus & Kitchen—offers a full food menu.

James' Third Base is the kind of place where you can grab a beer, catch a game, and stick around for a while. They’ve got plenty of TVs, pool tables, darts, and even arcade games, plus a solid lineup of bar food. There are daily food and drink specials, a weekly trivia night, and sometimes live music and dancing.

Rusty Bucket is an easygoing tavern that’s good for just about any occasion, whether you’re grabbing a beer, catching a game, or sitting down for a meal. The menu covers all the comfort food favorites—burgers, wings, sandwiches—plus a long list of beers to go with it.

Old Bag of Nails Pub is a laid-back spot famous for its British-style fish and chips and solid pub food. The menu covers all the essentials—wings, burgers, seafood, and other comfort food favorites—plus a good selection of domestic and craft beers.

Diggs Bar and Grill is part sports bar, part beach hangout, with a sand volleyball court where you can jump into a game or just watch from the sidelines with a drink in hand. The menu keeps it simple—wings, burgers, and other bar staples—paired with a solid beer selection.