Craft Beer.

[artvandele77]

This brewpub in the far northwest suburbs of Chicago has been around for awhile, but their beers have recently taken a turn for the better. Plus, they have an awesome banquet facility if you're looking to host a wedding or something and would like to serve good beer.

[artvandele77]

Duke's Ale House in Crystal Lake and Barley House in Algonquin appear to be the best local options for bars that serve craft beer. Any hidden gems around here I should know about?

[samwing]

goose island is more that good. can't get the vast majority of what's on tap in any store.

[afloresrfp]

Are most of these places out in the suburbs? I wonder why the city does not have as many brewpubs? I know of 4 actually in the city. But the southside doesn't have any.

[tsapp]

I've also heard limestone is a solid choice. Rock bottom is also good, but definitely a chain, still good beer though.

[ndhoffma]

Originally Posted by tsapp

I've also heard limestone is a solid choice. Rock bottom is also good, but definitely a chain, still good beer though.

From my experience, Id say Rock Bottom has beer & food as good (sometimes better on the beer, depending on the brewer) than Limestone

[niilo]

+1 Duke's Ale House

I used to work there years ago. Got bored with the burbs so I moved to the city. I stop in there whenever I go back. Always have great selection on draft!!

[TheMan]

+1 on Limestone. Good food, beer and atmosphere.

[mikehartigan]

Two Brothers, Emmet's, Piece, Haymarket (is it open yet? Pete's a helluva brewer, so I have high hopes for the beer), Ram, ...the list goes on.

[gregphill]

Lunar Brewing in Villa Park is nice, a bit expensive but a cool small, small place to hang.