Now Beer This: Where Do I Be Drinkin’?

It’s crazy times, I know. Many of us are scared to go out and do the things, and those that aren’t are very much hobbled by the rules – sometimes promulgated by government and sometimes reflecting the concerns of business owners – that restrict what we can and cannot do.

If you’re a beer drinker in the Chapelboro area, not to worry! You’ve got tons of good options even in light of all the wackiness. Here’s a quick list of places that take craft beer as seriously as you do:

Vecino: Located in Carrboro, this brewery creates some great to-style-standard offerings. They also serve food, so huzzah! Currently, they’re taking reservations, so call or check them out online. Remember that you can’t have more than six at a table, though.

Craftboro: Dedicated to showcasing traditional beer styles and not hopping from bandwagon to bandwagon, this joint offers several traditional ales and lagers made and served in-house. You can get growlers (and bottles/cans from various other breweries) to go with online or phone ordering, and you can drink on premises on their spacious patio. Reservations are the way to go.

Top of the Hill: One of the earliest brew pubs in the area, Topo is offering in-house dining (first come, first serve, no ressies) and online pick up ordering, too. A Chapel Hill classic, they deserve our support!

Carolina Brewery: The flagship Chapel Hill brew pub also offers traditional beer and pub food. You can order online to pick up at your convenience, but it appears that low-capacity dining in house is available, too.

Beer Study: The Chapel Hill location isn’t the team-up brewery associated with Star Point, but it has a finely curated selection of TONS of cans/bottle options as well as lots of draft offerings as well. Online/phone ordering is available for pick up AND DELIVERY! Yes, JD and friends will bring beer to your door. Dope.

See! It’s not so bad. Find some new beer and do some beer exploration. Enjoy yourself. It’s all going to work out just fine.

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