10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Downtown Chicago

We've collected top 10 mentioned breweries and beer places in Downtown Chicago from other articles such as Food Com, Condé Nast Traveler, American Eats.

Best Breweries and Beer Places in Downtown Chicago

Half Acre Beer Co Balmoral Take Away Cafe & Beer Garden
Half Acre Beer Co Balmoral Take Away Cafe & Beer Garden
4.7 (323 ratings)
Rotating house-brewed beers are tapped in a tasting room & seasonal garden & paired with pub fare.
2050 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Brewery
Mentioned by South Side Social
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"If you are trying to figure out where to get craft beer in Chicago, Half Acre Beer Company has two brewery locations — one in Lincoln and one in Balmoral — and each is equipped with a taproom and kitchen. The Balmoral location has an outdoor beer garden, while the Lincoln location is where it all began. Their dedication to both time-honored classics and exciting special releases — all offered in colorful, aesthetically pleasing cans — makes Half Acre one of Chicago’s favorite local beers."
Mentioned by American Eats
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"The Half Acre Beer Company has two Chicago locations, one on Lincoln Avenue and the other on Balmoral. Both locations are similar in that they offer patrons both kitchens and taprooms. However, if you want to buy something from the gift shop, you’ll have to go to the Lincoln location."
Moody Tongue Brewing Company
Moody Tongue Brewing Company
4.6 (239 ratings)4 (14 ratings)
Exotic beers are offered along with oysters & cake at this brewery tasting room with a fireplace.
2515 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
RestaurantFood & DrinkBarBreweryEvent venue
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"One of Chicago’s most popular breweries moved its operation to a new venue in 2019 and added a restaurant as well. Head to the Bar at Moody Tongue to try executive chef Jared Wentworth’s fine-dining-caliber dishes paired with brewmaster Jared Rouben’s beers. The German chocolate cake is a must-try that features 12 layers of rich chocolate cake, chocolate buttercream, espresso cheesecake, and German chocolate filling with toasted pecans and coconut."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"Moody Tongue moved from Pilsen to near McCormick Place with dreams of creating a tasting-menu restaurant that could attract Michelin attention. That plan never fully developed as the pandemic halted momentum. So the brewery shifted to barbecue with Slagel Family Farms short rib, pork ribs, pulled pork, and more."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Moody Tongue is a newcomer to the list, earning its first stars in 2021. The brewpub's 2019 move from Pilsen to South Loop has proved to be a productive move and we can't wait to get back to the dining room, which opens on May 20th."
Goose Island Taproom
Goose Island Taproom
4.7 (633 ratings)4.5 (207 ratings)
1800 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
BreweryFood & DrinkBrewpub
Mentioned by Passion Passport
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"You don’t need to be a beer snob to have heard of Goose Island, probably the most recognizable Chicago beer to the general public across the country. Their Clybourn taproom is a spacious and central location that you can easily integrate into your Chicago itinerary. If you get the chance to visit in person, you’ll have access to their bottled lineup of bourbon barrel aged stouts, but their year-round and seasonal offerings are just as enticing."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"One the most well-known Chicago-born breweries, Goose Island, operated a taproom room out of their Fulton Street brewery. Enjoy a freshly brewed pint of their classic brews, like 312 or Matilda, in the sleek taproom, with industrial seating and a combination of exposed brick and ceramic tiled walls. While you’re there, take a tour of the production facility for an inside look at the brewmaster’s process while sampling beers along the way."
Metropolitan Brewing
Metropolitan Brewing
4.6 (435 ratings)
House beers are offered in a warehouselike tasting room with river views & BYO food (or order in).
3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
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Mentioned by Passion Passport
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"Another north-side brewery that knows their specialty and sticks to it, Metropolitan has a huge industrial-style space on the Chicago river a few minutes from Bucktown. Their outdoor patio is the perfect place to enjoy their German-style lagers while taking in a view of the Windy City skyline. The staff here are incredibly welcoming, and the taproom manages to retain a friendly neighborhood feeling to it while serving up some world-class beers."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"Serving up German-style lagers, Metropolitan Brewing is located in a converted 125-year-old warehouse with tranquil river views. Their popular beers — such as Dynamo and Krankshaft — are named for the industrial history of Chicago. In the taproom, you can get a pint, a growler, a six pack, a case of bottles, even a keg of their lager."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"Don’t be fooled by the warehouse aesthetic—there’s a lot more going on behind the scenes than you realize. This BYO food joint nestled up on the riverbanks in Bucktown offers outdoor seating with gorgeous views of the surrounding greenery, making you feel like you’re miles outside the city limits."
Corridor Brewery & Provisions
Corridor Brewery & Provisions
4.4 (476 ratings)
Warehouse-style spot brewing seasonal beers to pair with creative gastropub cooking in funky digs.
3446 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
BreweryAmerican restaurantBarBrewpub
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"Farmhouse-style ales go hand in hand with a rustic farmhouse kitchen at Corridor Brewery & Provisions. Pair one of their hop-forward brews with a Midwest bar snacks or an artisan pizza made with local ingredients. The always-changing draft list ranges from double IPAs to fruity sours to funky saisons."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Corridor Brewery and Provisions is a creative gastropub that features seasonal brews. It is a warehouse-style brewery with delicious meals. As a craft brewery, they regularly change their draft list."
Lo Rez Brewing and Taproom
Lo Rez Brewing and Taproom
4.4 (188 ratings)
Housemade craft brews are tapped in a funky, warehouselike space with distressed brick & ductwork.
2101 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
BreweryBar
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"The founders, former tech co-workers turned brewers, rehabbed much of the 19th-century industrial building themselves. The result is a soaring but cozy space that features brick walls, a 40-foot-long oak bar, a patio, and picnic tables that encourage mingling. They also encourage you to bring your everything, including food, games, darts, kids, and dogs — but they’re got the beer covered."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Lo Rez has spent the last year posting snapshots of their great events so we're so excited that they have reopened their space (with precautions!). They are also offering cheap home delivery throughout the Chicago area."
Uncommon Ground - Lakeview
Uncommon Ground - Lakeview
4.2 (397 ratings)
All-day eatery known for seasonal American fare, housemade organic beer, wine, drinks & live music.
3800 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
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Haymarket Pub & Brewery
Haymarket Pub & Brewery
4.3 (834 ratings)
Rustic brewpub offering a rotating selection of house brews & pub food, plus occasional live music.
737 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA
BrewpubAmerican restaurantBreweryLive music barPubSports bar
Pipeworks Brewing Company
Pipeworks Brewing Company
4.9 (109 ratings)
3912 W McLean Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Brewery
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Logan Square With a hop-heavy lineup of IPAs including double, Belgian, black, and session IPAs, Pipeworks started out in a tiny Chicago space in 2012 which was originally geared towards brewing one-offs for beer nerds in the niche market. Now with a goal of releasing a new beer every week, the hyper prolific brewer is one of the more recognizable yet underappreciated Chicago craft brewers. With plans to open a brewpub in Logan Square in 2019 (where it will face stiff competition), knowing about Pipeworks still feels like being letting in on your cooler big brother’s secret."
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Merrit Lewis and Beejay Oslon didn’t follow the traditional route of attending brewing school before opening up their own brewery in Chicago. Instead, the two friends traveled to Belgium and worked for free at De Struise Brouwers. When the pair returned, they crowdsourced funds and opened Pipeworks Brewing Company in 2012."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Get in the spring mood with a pint from Pipeworks (the artwork will get your juices creative flowing!). Place your contact-free Pipeworks Brewing Co. pick-up order ahead of time and don’t forget to tip!"
Marz Community Brewing Company
Marz Community Brewing Company
4.7 (392 ratings)
Hip warehouse setting for drinking small-batch local beers with snacks, sandwiches, coffee & tea.
3630 S Iron St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
Brewery

Best Arts and Culture Places in Downtown Chicago

WNDR Museum
WNDR Museum
4.2 (1169 ratings)4 (11 ratings)
1130 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
MuseumArt MuseumsScience MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Evanston Art Center
Evanston Art Center
4.6 (113 ratings)
1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Art centerArt gallery
Prospectus Art Gallery
Prospectus Art Gallery
5 (1 ratings)
1210 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Art gallery
Mentioned by Preview Chicago
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"If you like to support local Chicago artists, then you need to go to the Prospectus Art Gallery. The gallery features famous Chicago artists and up-and-coming artists as well."

Best Gelato in Downtown Chicago

Lickity Split Frozen Custard
Lickity Split Frozen Custard
4.8 (978 ratings)
Old-timey ice-cream parlor serving frozen custard, retro candy & locally sourced pastries & coffee.
6056 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660, USA
Ice cream shopDessert shop
Mentioned by The Infatuation
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"Lickity Split is a retro-style sweets and ice cream shop in Edgewater that makes its own frozen custard fresh every day. There are only three flavors (chocolate, vanilla, and a specialty flavor that rotates every few weeks), all of which are fine on their own. But you need to order one of the concretes - i.e. custard blended with mix-ins."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants Ice cream parlors Edgewater. With locations in Edgewater and West Rogers Park, this custard shop is a community staple for families and sugar fiends alike. Guests can get their custard by the cone or dish or have it whipped into a sundae or concrete."
Legend Tasty House
Legend Tasty House
4.6 (1780 ratings)
Colorful counter serve specializing in hand-rolled Thai ice cream with a variety of toppings.
2242 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"ChinatownThai-style rolled ice cream had a moment a couple years back, and as far as we’re concerned, it’s still the belle of the sweet, sweet ball. This Chinatown hotspot was one the first to introduce Chicago to the curious confection, curling luscious portions of Matcha Queen (green tea and strawberry), Double Trouble (Oreo and Nutella), Key Lime Pie, and other originals into neat rolls by hand to the delight of admiring onlookers.How to book: Stop by for counter service, order take-out online, or get delivery via GrubHub, Postmates, DoorDash, and Uber Eats."
Mentioned by Secret Chicago
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"If you’re a fan of hand rolled ice cream then you should definitely check out Legend Tasty House. At this Chinatown ice cream shop, employees hand roll the ice cream in front of you and finish it off with mix-ins such as fresh fruit, oreo cookies, taro and a bunch of other amazing toppings!"
Nilly Cafe
Nilly Cafe
4.5 (137 ratings)
Menus focused on baked goods, salads, pizzas, & classic coffee shop beverages in a relaxed setting.
60 E Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
CafeBreakfast restaurantIce cream shopItalian restaurantLunch restaurantMediterranean restaurantRestaurantSandwich shop

Best Vegan Restaurants in Downtown Chicago

Protein Bar & Kitchen
Protein Bar & Kitchen
4.2 (143 ratings)
Health-minded local chain for smoothies, salads, burritos & more in an upscale fast-food format.
352 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654, USA
Health food restaurantCatererGluten-free restaurantJuice shopVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Peeled is proof that here in Chicago we do choose healthy options (sometimes.) The best way to start your day or end a workout is a Peeled smoothie or açaí bowl."
Sam & Gertie's
Sam & Gertie's
4.6 (76 ratings)
Vegan takes on Jewish breakfast & lunch deli classics, offered at the counter in a casual setting.
1309 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Vegan restaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 14 best vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Chicago
"Restaurants Jewish Uptown. Traditional Jewish delis are synonymous with carnivorous delights, from pastrami and corned beef to lox. Imagine our surprise, then, when a Jewish vegan deli opened in Chicago's Uptown neighborhood."
No Bones Beach Club
No Bones Beach Club
4.5 (239 ratings)
Chill, tropical-themed hangout with a creative, all-vegan menu & playfully garnished cocktails.
1943 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Vegan restaurantBarGluten-free restaurant

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