Our Story Starts Here

We built Old Route 69 Brewery for people like us—folks who love great beer, good food and a place to feel at home. This isn’t just a brewery. It’s our passion, our community and our way of sharing the ride.

Exterior of Old Route 69 Brewery in Ada, Ohio, showcasing outdoor seating with Adirondack chairs arranged around a stone fire pit, set against the backdrop of the brewery’s modern building and landscaped lawn.

What Fuels Us at old Route 69 brewery

At Old Route 69 Brewery, we believe in sincerity, simplicity, and possibility. Our core values guide us in creating genuine connections, celebrating great beer, fresh food and embracing new experiences for everyone who walks through our doors.

Two friends enjoying craft beer and fresh food at the bar of Old Route 69 Brewery in Ada, Ohio, showcasing a lively and welcoming atmosphere.
Old Route 69 Brewery founders Billy Watterson (left) and Troy Erickson (right) standing side by side at the brewery in Ada, Ohio.

Meet the Minds Behind the Miles

Billy Watterson (left) and Troy Erickson (right) are lifelong friends and the entrepreneurs behind Old Route 69 Brewery. The 2019 closure of the Cole Motor Sales company, which was operational for 113 years, originally presented an opportunity to carry on the tradition of local business ownership at this location. While under development, the adjoining Armory Building became available and provided inspiration to realize their dream of creating a fully equipped entertainment venue in their coveted hometown of Ada, Ohio.

The Crew That Keeps Us Rolling

Every great ride needs a solid pit crew—and ours is firing on all cylinders. From brewing bold beers to serving comfort food with a kick, the team at Old Route 69 Brewery keeps the engine running and the good times rolling. Come meet the folks behind the flavor, the fun and the fuel for your next adventure.

Portrait of John Novonty, Head Brewer at Old Route 69 Brewery in Ada, Ohio.
John Novonty
Head Brewer

John has over 20 years under the hood in the craft beer game—tuning up bold recipes and shifting classic styles into high gear at Old Route 69 Brewery.

Michael Allen, Head Cook at Old Route 69 Brewery, standing next to a brewing tank inside the brewery in Ada, Ohio.
Michael Allen
Head Cook

Michael built the Old Route 69 Brewery menu like a muscle car—packed with bold flavor, comfort food classics, and just the right amount of kick under the hood.

We're hiring!

We’re hiring passionate, hardworking folks to pour pints, fire up the kitchen, and keep the vibe alive. Join the pit crew and let’s hit the road together.