Half Acre's New Brew; Late Night at Next; Fat Cat's Beer & Bacon Fest

NORTH CENTER—Half Acre Beer Co. will release its Meat Wave India Pale Ale at noon tomorrow (5/20) and will grill up free brats. [EaterWire]

FULTON MARKET—Starting tonight, Next will take late-night reservations for seatings beginning at 10:15. They'll have 54 available spots and wil continue this through June. So all of you still trying to get in earlier, this may be your chance. [312DD]

UPTOWN—Fat Cat hosts the Bacon & Beer Fest this Saturday starting at 3 p.m. Buy the $40 tickets in advance by calling Allison 773-716-7200 or email. [UD]