"Select Heinen's locations pour beer by the glass, crowler, or growler, stating that 'you can even have a glass while you shop.' The chain maintains a centralized 'Local Craft Beer on Tap' guide that lists participating stores and posts the day's lineup."
"Rather than a grocery-store 'bar' vibe, it's more like on-premise sampling while you shop, introducing customers to local or special craft brews that they can also purchase for home consumption. Just pay for your in-store selection, choose the vessel (or bring your own), dispense the brew, and then sip while you shop."
"Heinen's operates stores primarily in Northeast Ohio, plus five locations in Illinois. All offer 'local craft beer on tap,' listed as an ordinary 'service' right alongside more mundane supermarket offerings such as rotisserie chicken, salad bars, and self-service olive oil and vinegar dispensers, per location."
Heinen's is a family-owned grocery chain operating primarily in Northeast Ohio and Illinois that has integrated craft beer service into its stores. Customers can purchase beer by the glass, crowler, or growler and drink while shopping, with a centralized guide listing participating locations and daily beer selections. The program focuses on supporting local craft brewers rather than creating a traditional bar atmosphere. The setup functions as on-premise sampling, allowing customers to try local or special brews before purchasing them for home consumption. Beer service is offered alongside standard grocery services like rotisserie chicken and salad bars, with variations depending on state laws and individual store designs.
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