venue Herkimer

Brushed-steel distilling tanks welcome denizens to this airy, full-bodied pub. The brew selection runs the gamut from buttery amber to chunky brown ale, and there’s nary a clunker in the bunch. What is eyebrow-raising about the neighborhood favorite is the pub fare, which is miles above the usual lukewarm burger and soggy fries. Cajun-inspired mayonnaise? Pulled pork, Cuban style? Yes, indeed. Suit-clad executives mingle with thrift-store cuties for a laid-back yet happening vibe.