Well, I read a few news reports of the auction sale of the building formerly known as Walter Payton's Roundhouse and America's Brewpub. Years ago, this place was bustling but had suffered in recent years with the slumped economy. I've always been hopeful that it would catch fire again (not literally) because I have been a fan of brew master Mike Rybinski and his beer for many years.
The buyers just happen to be my current favorite local brewers - Two Brothers. They make excellent beers and have been growing their business year after year. I don't remember my first Two Brothers experience, but I got to know them best at some Kane County Cougars games.
I've been to the Two Brothers brewpub quite a few times, too. It's hidden away at the back of a small industrial park. No signage, and if you didn't have the address locked into GPS, you'd go right past it. Inside, it's industrial but warm. More importantly, the food is excellent, both in options and in execution. I'm very excited for Chef Tommy to get his hands on a larger scale dining room and kitchen.
Don't get me wrong, I'm even more excited that I'll still be able to meet folks at the western end of the BNSF Metra line and share a good beer. I can even get there on my bike.
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