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| - Ah, The Beer Market. As my drive from work takes me past this place, I eagerly awaited its opening for weeks (months? Can't remember). I like hanging out in the North Shore/North side area - or I would if there were more places that weren't either seedy looking or overpriced.
For the positives, I love the layout of this place, though the stage they have inside is tiny! Expect acoustic sets only, which is no problem with me. Their bottled beer selection is extensive. And that word doesn't even cover it. Their draft selection is impeccable. No Bud Lite, Miller Lite, etc. on draft (at least not the two times I went in) so that probably says a lot.
We had the same bartender both times we visited and I totally see her face in my mind, but can't remember her name. Casey, I think it was? Either way she is super friendly so I highly recommend sitting in her area of the bar. She always has a big smile and is just super upbeat.
The downside to this place is the price. Some, quite a few, of the bottle beers are pricey. Like $8.50 pricey for beers that I don't believe are worth it. Also, they don't serve food, but you can order food from outside restaurants to be delivered there, a concept I still can't wrap my head around (bartenders and servers I spoke with at local places were not happy about that, btw).
I think this spot will be perfect once they have some bands booked. May be pricey, but the layout is wonderful, especially when the doors are open. It's big and spacious and whatever beer you like, they probably have it. The service is top notch and they have TVs so you can catch the game. I say check it out.
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