Riip Beer Co. Brewery & Taproom
Sit at the bar counter facing the tanks. Order the IPA if you like hops, ask the bartender what just came off tap if you don't. The light hits right around 4, but stay through 6 when the place fills with locals who actually live here, not the pier crowd.
Start with their flagship IPA. Ask what seasonal is fresh. One flight before committing to a pint.
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