Credit: photo by John Anderson

This friends-and-family eatery hit the bull’s-eye when it opened last year. Serving hop forward microbrews and puffy pizzas, it became an instant hangout for Midtowners. Don’t forget to bring plenty of quarters for Donkey Kong! – Rachel Feit

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