Blue Monkey Brewing Company

Hidden behind and attached to a big box store, the brewpub itself is rather unassuming from the outside. But inside, it maintains a good vibe. They partner with a local winemaker, so if someone in your group isn't into beer, they have wine (and whiskey) as an alternative. They do not have a kitchen, but you may bring in food. The beer is above average for most of the selections on tap (I liked the Salted Caramel Blonde Stout the best). It is a bit on the small side and was crowded the Saturday I was there. I always like the "Pay it Forward" board, which, as the beer slinger revealed was an idea they got from 13 Below Brewery west of Cincinnati - about 4 hours away.