Even under a patio umbrella, sitting perfectly still and sipping iced tea, you could wilt away. But on days when the temperature dips below brutal, it feels wonderful to get outside and feel the breeze and sunshine. Which is what brought me to Watson Bros. Bistro and Brewery in Blue Ash. In May, this big suburban brewpub expanded its outside dining area, making it one of the largest, most pleasant patios in the Tristate. At the same time, there was a menu change-over, too.
Diners can choose from either a bistro or a brewpub menu.
And owners divided their alcohol loyalties, adding a fairly long wine list. But Watson Bros. hasn t changed its basic approach since it opened in 1993. It s still a big, good-time restaurant. Both the food and atmosphere are aimed at young singles and families, people who are sophisticated enough to care about the difference between golden ale and amber ale, who want their food trendy and interesting, but who aren t planning to linger over it. I ordered from both of the menus, but I feel I only made a dent in trying the long list of appetizers, pizzas, salads, sandwiches, entrees, as well as steaks and chops from the Chop House selections.