The Monk ’ s Cellar
With its bare wood tables and distressed leather chairs , The Monk ’ s Cellar looks more like a timeworn tavern in Brussels than a five-year-old public house and brewery on Vernon Street in downtown Roseville . Complete the image with a Belgian-style bière blanche , fermented in open vessels within view of the dining area , and a plate of moules frites ( mussels and fries ).
PHOTO COURTESY OF ZACH CLEVENGER
Dueling Dogs Brewing Co .
“ We specialize in having something for everyone ,” says Adriana Stephens , who opened Dueling Dogs in rural Lincoln with husband Earl Stephens in 2018 . Dueling Dogs brews a variety of beers , including Puppy Pils pilsner and Waggin ’ Tale Ale pale ale , plus meads and ciders . Canine clientele can lap up nonalcoholic Bowser Beer , a malt-flavored broth , and artisan dog treats .
Jennifer Fergesen is assistant editor of Comstock ’ s . Read more at jcfrgsn . journoportfolio . com .
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