Metazoa Brewing Co

Indianapolis


On a sunny day, the patio at this hip taproom feels a bit like the departure lounge for Noah's Ark! This animal-loving microbrewery, which gives 5% of its proceeds to animal and wildlife organizations, has a resident cat, which is surely miffed at the open-door policy for dogs, goats, pigs, macaws (you name it!).

It's a free-for-all and a ton of fun.


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