Brewery Profile

Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen

In Kent’s West River area, this brewpub functions as a neighborhood stop rather than a destination built around spectacle. A visitor should expect a place organized around both beer and food, with the kitchen playing a central role in the experience. Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen presents itself as a gathering place for local residents, so the visit is best understood through that lens: a casual meal, a beer, and a setting tied to the surrounding community. Its emphasis on local sourcing and community support gives the brewery a city-specific identity without requiring a complicated backstory. For someone exploring Kent’s beer scene, it offers the familiar brewpub format with enough food focus to make it work for lunch, dinner, or a longer stop with a group.

Travelers moving through Northeast Ohio’s smaller cities often look for breweries that feel connected to their setting, especially places where a beer stop can also cover a meal. This is where Bell Tower fits. The menu incorporates beer-infused flavors, so the brewing program is not treated as separate from the kitchen. Since no specific house beers or signature styles are available here, visitors should avoid arriving with expectations about a particular IPA, stout, lager, or seasonal release. The better approach is to treat the stop as a local brewpub visit and see what is being poured that day. For guests who like pairing beer with food rather than simply sampling in a taproom, the format is straightforward and useful.

The practical appeal is the full kitchen, especially for mixed groups that need more than a beer list. The menu is described as including vegetarian and gluten-free preferences, which can make planning easier for travelers with alternative diets, though guests should still confirm current options directly with the staff. Other details, such as seating arrangements, reservations, outdoor space, events, parking, and hours, are not established here and should be checked before visiting. The taproom is also the place to confirm the day’s pours, since beer availability can change. Taken on those terms, Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen is best approached as a community-oriented Kent brewpub: local in focus, food-forward, and suited to visitors who want their brewery stop to include a complete meal.

Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen operates as a neighborhood brewpub situated in the West River area of Kent, Ohio. The establishment features a full kitchen emphasizing community support and local sourcing, positioning itself as a gathering place for local residents. The menu incorporates beer-infused flavors and includes options catering to alternative diets, specifically vegetarian and gluten-free preferences. This focus on local integration aims to make the brewery an essential component of the small community it serves.

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310 Park Ave, Kent, OH 44240, USA, Kent, Ohio, 44240

Phone: 330.663.2355

Website: https://belltowerbrewing.com/

Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 12-10PM & Sunday 12-9PM. **Our scratch kitchen is open until 1 hour before close each day.**

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Live Music with The Rare Birds

    Jul 4, 2026

    Join us on the first Saturday of each month for free, live music with The Rare Birds from 7-9pm. They perform an energetic acoustic set with electric vibes covering artists from C…

  • Open for Lunch ONLY

    Jul 4, 2026

    Bell Tower will be open for lunch only on the Fourth of July. The kitchen will close at 3:00 PM and the bar will close at 4:00 PM.

  • Euchre League

    Jul 4, 2026

    Participate in the seasonal Euchre League every Sunday at 5:00 PM. Teams of two compete in best of 3 games with perks including beer and food discounts. A friendly card community…

  • Summer Wednesday Bike Discount

    Jul 7, 2026

    Enjoy 10% off food and beverage when arriving by bicycle every Wednesday from June 4 through August 27. Each visit earns a raffle ticket for a bicycle prize drawing on September 4.

  • Tunes at the Tower with Ed Caner

    Jul 8, 2026

    Fiddler for the Americana band Hey Mavis, Ed Caner performs with special guests at 6:00 PM on multiple dates including March 8. A versatile musician performing a variety of genres.

  • Dart League

    Jul 8, 2026

    Join the Fall & Winter Dart League every Thursday night at 6:00 PM in the Loft. Compete in 2-player teams through 10 weeks of games followed by a double-elimination tournament wit…

  • Cornhole League

    Jul 8, 2026

    Play in the Spring & Summer Cornhole League every Thursday night starting at 6 PM, 7 PM, or 8 PM in the back lot. Enjoy friendly competition, cash prizes, DORA-friendly environmen…

  • Bottles & Books – Adult Book Fair

    Jul 11, 2026

    A pop-up adult book fair at Bell Tower featuring more than 50 selected titles, plus beer and conversation. The event runs from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

  • Watercolor Level 2 at Bell Tower Brewing

    Jul 12, 2026

    A six-week watercolor class series led by Amy Mothersbaugh for students who have completed Watercolor Level 1. Classes meet Sundays at Bell Tower Brewing and focus on watercolor f…

  • Watercolor Field Notebook Class

    Jul 12, 2026

    A six-week watercolor field notebook class series led by Amy Mothersbaugh for students who have completed Watercolor Level 1. Classes meet Sundays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM beginni…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen located?
Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen is located at 310 Park Ave, Kent, OH 44240, USA, Kent, Ohio, 44240. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen's hours?
Current hours are: Wednesday – Saturday 12-10PM & Sunday 12-9PM. **Our scratch kitchen is open until 1 hour before close each day.**. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Bell Tower Brewing Co. & Kitchen?
Visit https://belltowerbrewing.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.