10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Glendale Heights

We've collected top 10 mentioned breweries and beer places in Glendale Heights from other articles such as Kev's Best, Yelp, TheCoolist.

Best Breweries and Beer Places in Glendale Heights

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 Passion Passport
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"I don’t know what’s in the water up in Ravenswood, but it must be especially good for brewing beer… Half Acre’s taproom on Lincoln Ave in the North-side neighborhood is a great place to hang out and try some of Chicago’s most iconic (and aesthetically pleasing) beers, complemented by a revolving line-up of limited releases with psychedelic can designs and some similarly out-there tastes. This is the home of Daisy Cutter, a pale ale on tap at pretty much every bar and restaurant and Chicago, but Half Acre’s lineup remains wonderfully deep even after you move past the heavy-hitters. Their original reaper stout has notes of cocoa and vanilla that combine for a wonderful finish."
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 Choose Chicago
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"This acclaimed Chicago brewery has a sleek black-and-wood tap room that’s both comforting and refined, with mid-century furniture, a historic library of brewing books, and an eye-catching fireplace. The beers at Moody Tongue evoke the same vibe, with a specialty beer program that includes whiskey and wine barrel-aged brews and their renowned Farmers Market Series and Sour Series offerings."
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"The gist: After moving to its new brewing facility just south of the Motor Row District, Moody Tongue wisely tapped Michelin-starred chef Jared Wentworth (Longman & Eagle, Dusek’s) to help hone a culinary experience on par with the chef-driven beers they’ve been crafting for years."
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 Thrillist
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"Lincoln Park/Wrigleyville Most hipsters may have abandoned Goose Island since it “went mainstream” with its much-maligned sale to InBev in 2011, but the brewery that basically started the Chicago craft beer scene continues to make high-quality beers worthy of your attention. Founded in 1988 and shut out of the Great America Beer Festival for the first time last year (it is no longer considered “craft”), Goose Island continues to forge ahead by opening new brewpubs across the globe in addition to its two Chicago locations. 312 is the beer most locals know best, but Goose’s food-focused offerings like Sofia and Matilda are steadily increasing in popularity."
Mentioned by South Side Social
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"Goose Island Beer Company may have multiple locations in the U.S., but John Hall opened the first brewery in Chicago after returning home from a trip to Europe that inspired him to bring good beer to the states. The brewery has separate rooms for innovation programs and yeast propagation units. Barrel-aged beers have a 143,00 square foot barrel warehouse and dedicated stockroom."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"When you think Chicago, you think 312, the signature, school-bus-yellow bottle of beer from Goose Island. This popular, Chicago-based brewery has since expanded its single location on Fulton Street to several brewpubs and brewhouses around the city and beyond, so make sure to stop into one of your local Goose Island locations just in time for their fall releases."
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 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 Hop Culture
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"Corridor is a sophisticated project, the brainchild of Siebel- and Doemens-educated Greg Shuff. Also on the team are Director of Brewing Operations Brant Dubovick, who previously led Pittsburgh’s Church Brew Works to the Great American Beer Festival’s Large Brewpub Brewer of the Year Award, and Executive Chef Ryan Henderson, who cut his teeth at Momofuku, Empellon, and Alder. The outstanding pedigree has led to flavorful hop bombs like Ope Fresh Hop Pale Ale and subtle farmhouse beers like Little Greys Light Saison, as well as a food menu featuring delicate salads, hearty sandwiches, and artisan pizzas."
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."
Spiteful Brewing Tap Room
Spiteful Brewing Tap Room
4.7 (195 ratings)
Chill, industrial spot for sipping house beers & playing darts. Garage doors open in season.
2024 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Brewery
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"A gorgeous brick warehouse with garage doors that open in the summertime, Spiteful Brewing is anything but. In fact, they’re more likely benevolent to their loyal customers, producing a delicious, new beer every season. Communal seating rounds out the welcoming atmosphere that comes with a visit to Spiteful Brewing."
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap
4.6 (452 ratings)
House & guest brews are tapped at this funky tasting room also offering cocktails, wine & coffee.
1460 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
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Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Logan Square/Lincoln Park Known for their inventive takes on the brewing process and the eccentric flavor combinations in their beers, Off Color is on the rise thanks to the relentless pursuit of excellent from its founders: former Goose Island barrel-age brewer John Laffler and Dave Bleitner, formerly of Warrenville’s Two Brothers. While the brewery has only been around since 2013, it raised its profile with the recent unveiling of The Mousetrap tap room in Lincoln Park. Highly regarded for their focus on brewing forgotten styles of ales, stop into The Mousetrap and try some of their latest (and weirdest) small-batch specials.Must-try beer: Brewed with grain and sugar to create a hazy, golden body, their popular Apex Predator farmhouse ale pairs superior drinkability with a dry finish and fruity bite."
Mentioned by Hop Culture
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"Another Chicago staples, Off Color was founded in 2013 by John Laffler (formerly of Goose Island Brewery) and Dave Bleitner (formerly of Two Brothers Brewing). As you might expect, the pedigree of the founders is obvious in Off Color Brewing’s mature and technically excellent beers, which lean toward European styles. While the beers are serious, the branding is fun, leading to a very silly and unique taproom experience at both the original location and The Mousetrap, located on the North Branch Canal just west of the Old Town neighborhood."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Off Color Brewing's taphouse, Mouseroom has a beautiful indoor and patio for you to enjoy their signature drafts, canned beer, as well as seasonal and foedre aged specials. Seating is on a first-come-first-served basis, so head on over or place an order for pick-up or delivery here."
Hopewell Brewing Company
Hopewell Brewing Company
4.5 (243 ratings)
2760 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Brewery
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"This open and airy taproom feels like the perfect neighborhood taproom. It’s dog-friendly, features tons of communal seating, and even lets you bring in your own food from nearby eateries. Like their taproom, the beers from Hopewell Brewing Co. are bright and modern."
Mentioned by South Side Social
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"The Hopewell Brewing Co. brews, sells and self-distributes all their own beer. In doing so, they can connect with beer drinkers on a more personal level than some brewing companies. This fuels their mission to provide accessible, high-quality beer for all."
Whiner Beer Company
Whiner Beer Company
4.7 (145 ratings)
1400 W 46th St #104, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
Brewery
Motor Row Brewing
Motor Row Brewing
4.6 (143 ratings)4.5 (25 ratings)
Microbrewery for seasonal beers in a warehouselike space with a tasting room & upstairs taproom.
2337 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
BreweryFood & DrinkBarEvent venue
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Motor Row Brewery is located in Chicago’s historic Motor Row neighborhood|Courtesy of Motor Row Brewery. Frank Lassandrello, the head brewer of Motor Row, learned the tricks of his trade while at college in Vermont, creating home brews with his roommate. It wasn’t until 2007 that Lassandrello partnered with his son and purchased a space in Chicago’s historic Motor Row neighborhood to start his own legitimate brewery."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"German influence meets Midwestern hospitality at Motor Row Brewing. Located in an historic landmark warehouse building, Motor Row Brewing takes you back in time to when the neighborhood was home to Chicago’s auto industry. It offers extended seasonal releases (including a series of easy-drinking Belgian-style ales, perfect for summer), plus collaborations and experimental one-offs."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Motor Row Brewing is a microbrewery with a tasting room and taproom. It produces and serves seasonal beers. As it is located in the neighborhood of automobile manufacturers and dealers, their name is conceived."

Best Diners in Glendale Heights

Baker Miller
Baker Miller
4.3 (204 ratings)
Homey bakery using its own flour in baked goods & offering grain-focused cafe eats plus a toast bar.
4655 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Brunch restaurantAmerican restaurantCoffee shopDinerFlour millTea house
West Town Bakery & Diner
West Town Bakery & Diner
4.4 (731 ratings)
Upbeat spot for scratch-baked goods, with vegan options, plus breakfast & lunch.
1916 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
BakeryDinerEvent venueRestaurant
Diner Grill
Diner Grill
4.6 (500 ratings)
Post-fire reincarnation of a veteran American eatery known for serving hearty comfort foods 24/7.
1635 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
DinerRestaurant
Mentioned by PureWow
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"Nestled inside two converted streetcars, this 24-hour gem will satisfy your cravings for both retro kitsch and greasy food. (It’s a favorite among Lakeview’s late-night bar crowd.) The specialty is the “slinger,” a plate piled with two burger patties, hash browns, two eggs, and chili, but you can also get a simpler meal of buttered toast and eggs any way."
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
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"Restaurants American Lake View. There are no seats here—just stools. There’s barely a menu, either."

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Glendale Heights

Tiztal Cafe
Tiztal Cafe
4.7 (549 ratings)
Juices, smoothies & Mexican-style breakfasts from a cozy, festively decorated choice with a patio.
4631 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Breakfast restaurantMexican restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"There are other things on the menu at Tiztal, but you’re really there for their delicious chilaquiles, made with fresh chips, chihuahua cheese, and a delicious green salsa. They come with eggs and your choice of meat, and you should definitely choose chorizo."
Morry's Deli
Morry's Deli
4.1 (366 ratings)
Old-school, NYC-style deli staple serving hearty sandwiches & other eats in a plain space.
5500 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
DeliBreakfast restaurantLunch restaurantRestaurantSandwich shop
Cafe Con Leche
Cafe Con Leche
4.5 (1618 ratings)
Trendy cafe serving mostly Latin fusion food (& some American breakfast items) plus coffee.
2714 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Latin American restaurantBarBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantBurrito restaurantCafeCoffee shopLunch restaurantMexican restaurantTaco restaurant

Best Arts and Culture Places in Glendale Heights

Oriental Institute Museum
Oriental Institute Museum
4.8 (205 ratings)4.5 (526 ratings)
Dedicated to researching ancient civilizations of the Middle East & educating the public about them.
1155 E 58th St, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
Archaeological museumMuseumsArt museumHistory museumResearch instituteSpecialty Museums
LVL3
LVL3
4.5 (11 ratings)
1542 N Milwaukee Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Art gallery
Chicago History Museum
Chicago History Museum
4.6 (2042 ratings)4.5 (1035 ratings)
Photos, artifacts, newsreels & dioramas bring to life historical events, architecture & more.
1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
History museumMuseumsCultural centerLocal history museum

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