Best of 30 breweries in Chicago

Chicago is a city that proudly embraces its beer culture, boasting a vast and vibrant scene of breweries within its limits. These breweries in Chicago not only produce a wide range of artisanal beers, but they also contribute significantly to the city's social and economic landscape, attracting tourists and locals alike to savor the diverse flavors and unique atmospheres they offer. From historic institutions to innovative upstarts, breweries in Chicago continue to redefine the craft beer experience.

1. Begyle Brewing

Begyle Brewing is known for its unique and innovative beer flavors, as well as its commitment to sustainability.

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  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner
  • Mid-Range

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2. Revolution Brewing - Brewery & Taproom

Locally-sourced ingredients, passionate about sustainability

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  • Social Gatherings
  • Asian Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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3. Dovetail Brewery

Traditional European brewing techniques, sustainability focused, tours and tastings available

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  • Social Gatherings
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots

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4. Goose Island Taproom

Home of the famous Goose Island beers, Chicago-based taproom with a large selection of exclusive brews

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  • American Cuisine
  • Happy Hours
  • Hidden Gems

5. Old Irving Brewing Co.

Family-friendly brewery with a spacious outdoor patio

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  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Social Gatherings

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6. Revolution Brewing - Brewpub

Family-friendly environment with yard games

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

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7. Maplewood Brewery & Distillery

Family-run brewery and distillery offering tours, tastings, and events

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  • American Cuisine
  • Happy Hours
  • Hidden Gems

8. Pilot Project Brewing

Chicago's first co-working brewery incubator

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  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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9. Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

Unique plant-inspired beer selection, beautiful indoor decor, and a lively atmosphere

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  • Corporate Events
  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

10. Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap

Housed in a former auto body shop, Offering games like pinball and shuffleboard

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  • Social Gatherings
  • Happy Hours
  • Downtown Spots

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11. Crushed By Giants Brewing Company

Indoor bocce ball, locally brewed beer, eco-friendly practices

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Happy Hours

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12. Midwest Coast Brewing Company

Offers tastings, growler fills, and has a rotating selection of unique beers

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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13. Hop Butcher For The World

Family-owned and operated brewery with a focus on experimentation and flavor exploration.

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  • Social Gatherings
  • Downtown Spots
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • American Cuisine

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14. District Brew Yards

Features a rotating selection of beers from various breweries, dog-friendly and offers outdoor seating

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  • American Cuisine
  • Happy Hours
  • Downtown Spots
  • Social Gatherings

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15. Burning Bush Brewery

Offering a rotating selection of 16 original beers brewed on-site and a lively beer garden.

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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16. Burnt City Brewing

Brews beer on-site with locally sourced ingredients

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  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Dinner

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17. On Tour Brewing Company

Small-batch, handcrafted beers with rotating taps and a commitment to sustainability.

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  • American Cuisine
  • Social Gatherings
  • Downtown Spots

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18. Great Central Brewing Company

Collaborates with local breweries, Family-friendly atmosphere, Pet-friendly taproom

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots

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19. Greenstar Brewery

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  • Asian Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

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20. ERIS Brewery and Cider House

Chicago's first cider house and farm brewery

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  • Corporate Events
  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

21. Haymarket Pub & Brewery

They have won numerous awards for their brewing expertise and offer a rotating selection of unique and delicious beers.

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  • American Cuisine
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots
  • Dinner

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22. DryHop Brewers

Features a large outdoor patio and rotating selection of food trucks

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

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23. Guinness Open Gate Brewery – West Loop

First Guinness brewery in the US, Experimental brewery focused on innovation

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  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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24. Corridor Brewery & Provisions

Industrial chic interior, pet-friendly patio, and a focus on sustainability.

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  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots
  • Mid-Range

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25. Adams Street Brewery

Featuring live music and trivia nights, with a dog-friendly patio.

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

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26. Whiner Beer Company

Featuring local artists' work, Dog-friendly patio

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  • American Cuisine
  • Vegan Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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27. Solemn Oath Brewery Still Life

Features a 'rare beer club' and unique events like 'Yoga and Beer', 'Comedy Showcase', and 'Trivia Night'

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  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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28. All Rise Brewing Company

Live music on weekends, trivia nights, and beer release events

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  • American Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Cheap Eats

29. Good Times Brewery & Venue

Features a rooftop bar, dog-friendly patio, and arcade games

TOPICS

  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Social Gatherings
  • Holiday Celebrations
  • Downtown Spots

30. Turner Haus Brewery

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

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