"San Diego’s Modern Times Beer is on a major expansion tear right now — and it’s heading for the Bay Area next. The rapidly growing craft beer company will be opening at 2410 Valdez Street, in Oakland’s Uptown neighborhood just a couple of blocks from Drake’s Dealership. What exactly Modern Times will be opening, however, remains a mystery. The company has filed for a beer manufacturer liquor license, which would allow it to serve beer and wine in a taproom setting. Dan Reed, Modern Times Beer’s communications manager, confirmed that the brewery will be opening “something” but stated it’s too early to divulge any details. Employee-owned Modern Times is known just as much for its colorful, playful taprooms as its excellent range of sessionable beer, from fragrant IPAs to fruity sours to experimental hybrids." - Janelle Bitker
