We are at Yard House in Town Square, a giant beer hall that typifies a new generation of American restaurants. We have become a nation of eclectic eaters, as is reflected by a place like this.

Yard House is celebrating National Beer Day with specials on Monday. Yard House specials include its $15 IPA Madness flight and $5 pint refills. Yard House's Half Yard house beer will also be $10.

Though Yard House has over 80 locations across the U.S. (as well as in China), many people might not be aware of its California roots. Started in 1996 in Long Beach, the chain has long had vegan ...