Ahh The Yard...I am not really sure what to say about it. Even though this place has been open for about a month, I have already found myself there four or five times. At this point in time, I really like it because not too many people know about The Yard, so it's easy to find a seat even for a larger group. So to give it a high rating means that I will have to deal with increased crowds (which I hate!). That said, I really, really do like this place, so I obviously want it to succeed.
The Yard has extended happy hour on Monday-Thursday which includes $1 off drinks, a good (yet random) drink special, and 1/2 price apps and snacks; cool (and actually competitive) trivia where people can't cheat by looking up answers on their smart phones; decent food at decent prices; an extensive draft list (that does get a bit pricey); an awesome Saturday/ Sunday brunch; and decent service. Another aspect of this place is that it is in the basement so WiFi and phone service is spotty at best. Make solid plans with your friends before heading there unless you want to keep walking up an down stairs to get reception. I don't mind so much because it forces people to actually interact with whom they came.
Go ahead, give The Yard a go.