Our Story
When Thad & Jess Kittrell opened the original 101 Beer Kitchen in Dublin, Ohio in 2012, it was a true community- minded endeavor and a reflection of the way they lived their lives.
Their customers were their friends and neighbors, and the Kittrells were eager to make them feel as welcome and relaxed as they would be hanging out at the couple's own laidback, family-friendly home. Thad, a New England Culinary Institute-trained chef created a menu designed to take comfort food to the next level without any pretense while Jess, a finance professional and creative spirit, focused on growing the enterprise while maintaining the restaurant's charming, easygoing style.
As one restaurant grew to several, the Kittrells made sure each and every location felt as if it were the only one—a reflection of its community and a neighborhood gathering spot where families are welcome and food is exceptional.
In 2025, they changed the name of their restaurants to 101 Craft Kitchen to emphasize the unique blend of skill and creativity that goes into every dish they serve.