Idle Hands Craft Ales

Idle Hands Craft Ales in Malden gives you a broad choice of beers, from Belgian table beer and German-style lagers to its Four Seam New England IPA. Order a flight of four if you would rather compare than commit. The taproom serves pretzels and grilled cheese daily, hosts food trucks on many Friday and Saturday nights, and lets you bring takeout. There are nonalcoholic beers and soft drinks for anyone skipping alcohol. Trivia, games and other events fill the calendar. Malden Center station is a short walk away, making the trip straightforward on the Orange Line. Dogs are welcome on the patio, where they need to stay leashed.