In the burgeoning suburb of Downers Grove, three men with a passion for beer formed Alter Brewing Company. Alter Brewing has become a friendly hub where novices and experts alike can gather in their appreciation of craft brewing. Alter Brewing is located in the Ellsworth Industrial Park off Belmont Avenue. Here is where you will find their spacious taproom with 12 rotating taps, a 20-barrel brewing system, canning line, and two private event spaces. They are a diverse and passionate ...

Chicago St. Pub has been a staple for drinking and dining in Downtown Joliet for many years now. The perfect dinner combination is waiting for at Chicago Street Pub, a Rueben and a pint. The pub is known for their excellent dining options which include traditional Irish Fare. Chicago Street Pub is Joliet’s premiere music venue for live original music. Chicago Street Pub is favorite place for the locals to grab a drink.

One of the newest restaurants in the Village, Corner Stone Tavern offers delicious food and a wide selection of drinks in Lemont, Illinois.

Located in the heart of Lockport, Illinois, Embers Tap House is one of the area’s most popular spots. The unique and historical ambiance creates the perfect backdrop for your next casual drink with friends. Embers Tap House interior reflects the hip sensibilities of the surrounding area while also staying true to its tap house roots. The tap house offers over 40 craft beers on tap and your favorite pub food. With a menu and bar full of character, delectable charm, and friendly ...

Garage Band Brewing is a craft brewery located in Plainfield Illinois. Our mission began as a hobby for two friends who shared a love for brewing great beer and sharing it with their friends. It has grown into a shared passion for crafting recipes and overseeing the entire brewing process, to yield the highest quality beer available anywhere.

Hickory Creek Brewing grows their own hops on their property -- Cascade, Willamette, and Centennial varieties. They use the remaining silo from the former farmstead as a support structure for the hop vines. They also have black walnut, wild pear, crab apple, and mulberry trees on our property, provides an interesting flavor to their beers.

Ike & Oak Brewing Co. is an independently owned local craft brewery featuring handmade artisan pizza.  The brewery prides themselves on bringing together friends, families, and neighbors to share their passion for creating the highest quality beer and food to create a stronger community.

Kenwood Liquors tradition and roots in the Chicagoland area reach back six decades. You will find this to be your one stop shop for all your beverage needs. With a selection that is sure to impress, from the vast array of wines to the impressive inventory of craft beer, there is always something new to try. There are plenty of beer, wine and spirit tastings to introduce you to products throughout the year.

Great Food, Great Beer, Great People! Lodi Tap House is truly Illinois-Centric! They pride themselves on great craft beer, incredible food, and a great environment for everyone to enjoy! Come in to watch a game, enjoy the music, try the rotating Illinois ONLY craft beer on tap, and great local food.

So many of the greatest beers in the world were markers on the journey to brew beer ourselves. They are instructive. They are canon. And we find enjoyment in devoting ourselves to the quest of their honorable replication. But we also love a good glitch. Riffing on tradition and interpreting styles in a new way enables Miskatonic to tilt the board and brew with a twist. It’s their way of exploring the curiosities that make beer a constantly evolving idea. But who knows ...

Fresh Brewed Beer, Born and Raised in Lockport. Paul and Chrissy met when they were both teachers. Paul taught high school as well as coaching swimming and water polo while Chrissy was an elementary school teacher. Paul left education and pursued a marketing and sales career that eventually led to owning his own small business. He worked hard to build strong teams and develop leaders. Chrissy stayed in education, working as a classroom teacher and now as a math instructional ...

Pollyanna Brewing Company in Lemont, Illinois, experiments with local fruits and spices, seasonal lagers, barrel-aging, wild yeast, and cider-beers on occasion. Their four flagship offerings best represent Pollyanna and are available year-round. Their intimate and unique taproom is located near the I&M Canal. The taproom offers tasting flights, draft pours, and to-go 64oz growlers or 32oz howlers, as well as tours and a scenic look at the brewery. Bring in or order food and enjoy ...

Rt 66 Old School Brewing is located on Route 66 and next to the Kankakee River. It is just steps from Water Street in Wilmington and located next to Nelly's Restaurant on Route 66. Stop in to try an ice cold beer in this new brewery.

In beautiful Starved Rock Country is Illinois’ finest craft beer experience, Tangled Roots Brewing Company. Tangled Roots Brewing Company is a locally grown farm-to-foam brewery experience and craft beer brand that compliments Starved Rock Country well. You can also eat at the amazing, adjoing The Lone Buffalo restaurant as well. While enjoying a tasty craft brew, schedule your brewery tour to learn how Tangle Roots creates their beer and their history. Every Friday and Saturday ...

This popular brewery in Shorewood, IL is known for its amazing concoctions and the head brewer's beard.  Seriously, both are amazing.  The brewery started because of a love of craft beer.  The brewery opened in late 2017 to great crowds, selling out of beer.  Will County Brewing immediately expanded, which allowed them to make more beer - as well as come up with even more great recipes.   Part of the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail.