Boulevard, while their year round beers do significantly lack character, does offer some great beers in their Smokestack series. Harvest Dance is hitting shelves today as is their winter seasonal Nutcracker Ale. I'd definitely give those a shot if you get on a tour. McCoy's, arguably the best brewpub in town, has better beer than any of the year round offerings of Boulevard, IMO. I think it's a must visit place along with their sister bar/restaurant, The Foundry, which also has one of the better craft selections in town. 75th street is worth going to if you happen to be in the neighborhood. Free State in Lawrence, KS is worth visiting if you have time to drive an extra 45 miles (each way). I only narrowly prefer them over McCoy's though. Plus, some of their year round beers can be had on tap at numerous places in town. Their seasonals are what really shine, however.
I'm going to KC in dec.. glad I found this thread. We'll be flying in, then driving out to Manhattan. Are the lawerence and topeka brewpubs any good?
Also, what about the granite city? I presume that's a big chain.. but I've never been.. are the brews and food good?
We'll be looking just to get beers and dinner, not a brewery tour.
metaltim said:I'm going to KC in dec.. glad I found this thread. We'll be flying in, then driving out to Manhattan. Are the lawerence and topeka brewpubs any good?
Also, what about the granite city? I presume that's a big chain.. but I've never been.. are the brews and food good?
We'll be looking just to get beers and dinner, not a brewery tour.
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