Chapel Hill-Carrboro Openings, Closings and Moves in October-December 2024

Posted Jan 4, 2025
After officially opening at the end of September, Clouds Brewing picked up steam in October with its new Chapel Hill venture: the Clouds Brewing Storm Cellar. The Raleigh-based company took over Gizmo Brewing’s space at 157 East Franklin Street to continue serving craft beer in the underground space known for previously being home to The Rathskellar. (Chapelboro.com)

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