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What makes a great beer bar? It is not necessarily the number of taps, although it's
enjoyable to walk into an establishment and see a long array of these long-necked sentinels patiently waiting to serve you. It's more that beer must be a priority. The taps should be well cared for, and the beer should always be fresh. The proprietor should have a definite philosophy that the beer is important, and a plan about what drafts are being offered. It's nice to always see several local breweries represented. Some of the draft beers should change on a rotating basis. A good bottle selection is also a plus...one that takes the beer drinker along different paths; not simply a rehashing of the draft selections. Ask questions of the bartender...is he or she knowledgeable?
See what other customers are drinking. Their choices and attitudes will often reveal what type of place you're in. To summarize, consider:
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