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Monday Night Brewing has come a long way from its humble beginnings in a warehouse on a dead-end street. Its growth and innovation have enabled it to transform into a communal space that caters to both beer enthusiasts and families alike. The latest addition, the Grove, exemplifies this evolution, offering a versatile and welcoming environment along the Atlanta Beltline Westside Trail.
Formerly an old, rusty building, property of Myers Carpet, the Grove boasts a 7,400-square-foot indoor taproom with a seasonal cocktail list and a 17,000-square-foot outdoor area with multiple fire pits and 62 trees. It includes a counter-service eatery serving espresso, pastries, sourdough breakfast sandwiches, wood-fired caprese and turkey and avocado sandwiches, and pizza. Gluten-free options are available. Perhaps most exciting for beer lovers is the tap expansion, going from 12 to 30, enabling Monday Night to showcase many of its seasonal releases.
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“This way we can have a little something for everybody,” says Joel Iverson, Monday Night Brewing co-founder and chief project officer. “I was inspired by a sabbatical I took in New Zealand, where breweries are more of a communal place.”
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With the BeltLine practically running through it, the Grove is definitely designed for the community. It features artificial turf, a 20-foot LED TV screen for movie nights and sporting events, as well as a natural play area with tetherball, a bocce court, and a natural tube slide opening in the fall.
“When we opened 12 years ago, it was illegal to sell food at a brewery. [Monday Night] was primarily a warehouse where we’d do limited tours and tastings,” Iverson explains. “The laws are better now. You can sell food and beer. Consumers are looking for a community space with more offerings. The Grove is a bit more upscale.”
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On August 23, the Grove will celebrate its grand opening with bands and special release beers. The following day, families are invited to join the party with a farmer’s market, bubbles, and face painting.
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