Manito Tap House

Patrick McPherson, who owns the Manito Tap House, seems obsessed with the details. He bills his joint as a “gastro-pub” and has placed equal emphasis on both parts of that portmanteau. The joint has a staggering 50 tap handles, and a knowledgeable staff to help guide your choice. In the kitchen, Chef Branden Moreau makes everything in-house, constantly imagining how ingredients work with one another on the plate. Take note of the certified, in-house cicerone (a sort of beer sommelier) that can help pair together the perfect meal and beer. (February 2013)