Great ambiance with lots of seating. When we arrived several folks were enjoying good conversation…read moreat the bar and the bartender was friendly. I'm less of a beer person than my husband. I know from him that Sketchbookhas an excellent reputation as a brewery. My flight selections weren't bad, but didn't wow me. My favorites were the kiwi-strawberry sour and the Mexican Hot CoCo - a barrel aged choice that leans sweet so I can only have a little. The guest cider was also great. The grapefruit raddler wasn't my favorite; it felt a bit weak. Based on vibe and wide selection, I'd definitely return to see what's on tap next time!

Spacious interior! I had a great time here for a work event--the service was impeccable! There were…read moreplenty of spots to sit, both for small and large groups, making it a perfect place for events or celebrations. I tried their cider and Amistosa--both were very tasty. I can't wait to go back and try their other beers!

I recently visited for my friends wedding and the location was so beautiful. There is ample parking…read morespace to the side of the building and seating both inside and outside. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the sherry cider was decent.

Very cool, chill spot. Yes it has a patio similar to the one in Dallas and Austin has. So if your…read morefrom Texas and your missing a bit of home. This patio is the spot. Sorta similar to Katy ice house in Plano mix with Manhattan Project in Oakcliff, but not all of it. Staff is super friendly. There is alcohol, alcoholic and non-alcoholic.. also, there is a taco truck out if you want to get food. Every Tuesday evening at 6pm there is a run and walk group. Cool people and very friendly.

The beer it's delicious in both can and tap, the people are great and the options are many…read more There really isn't much more you could ask from a local beer store. Love they are here.

Beer on Central is an unassuming, but great craft beer store. It is not very big, but it is…read morepacked with a large variety of beers. Brian, the owner was working on the day we stopped in and we asked him some questions about beers and he knew his stuff. This is not only a beer shop, but they serve beer , wine and mixed drinks. If in the area stop in,

They had a great Band tonight ! The BBQ pulled pork and brisket outside were both excellent ! The…read morebar was well staffed and if I had brought a heavier sweeter I would have stayed after the band took a break . Lots of outdoor seating and the kids were have a blast ! It was a fun time for everyone !

Checked out this favorite local brewery in Glenview. It has a very inspiring story about how it…read morecame to be and how it's still around so go find out. Macushla is one of those that's just focused on the beers and that's a great thing. Location isn't that big but still can fit tons of people in here. The beers are more than just IPAs and other stuff. Basically it's kind of hidden behind a shopping center. It's located next to Hackney's. They will deliver food over here because there's not a kitchen. Inside here there's lots of seating areas. They have the bar area, a few tables, and a patio. A lot of variety in the beers. It's about $7 a pint. Best one of these we had was the Chalk Eater. This is a classic IPA. So many more to choose. There's also lagers. For sure it's one of the best places around here to get beers. It's open daily which is excellent because you can always go. They're located on Lake east of Waukegan.

Garage looking type of brewery in Niles in some industrial type of building. It seems there's a lot…read moreof these, but this is among the good ones. Une Annee is one of the reasons to go to this pretty boring looking suburb. Hit up the bar for some cold ones plus on site made food. The prices aren't bad for craft beers and kitchens. A pretty impressive looking building. It's big and can fit hundreds. This is like a massive garage with a bar and a kitchen. First though it's a brewery. It's about $6 a pint. The one I liked the most was the Twist Of Wit. It's a wheat beer with Cara Cara oranges, coriander, and Meyer lemon. Tasted fruity but not too much. Also we got some food, which was actually good for a brewery. Vegan options are limited but there's a few. It's $6 for the Veggie Chili. This is vegan without the sour cream sauce. Also there's barbecue. There's pork belly and that kind of stuff. Beers are the best things to get here. It also has food from an on site kitchen. There's meaty options like pork and there's chili for vegetarians.

I've been coming here for years and have always enjoyed the food + beers. You can't go wrong with…read moreany of their bbq offerings and the additions of tavern style pizzas to the menu was a pleasant surprise. The wait staff has always been friendly and the kitchen staff really churns out consistently delicious options. Food You can never go wrong with the brisket and all of their sandwiches we've tried have a great smoky flavor. The pizzas are the kind you want while drinking a beer and watching a game; light, but great toppings options, including various bbq if you want something a bit more substantial. The topped mac & cheese is great too, and my partner & I both love the chili. Drinks Murder Hornet is the kind of summer beer you want on a hot day. Their rotation of flavors, such as blackberry, passion fruit, mango, etc, are a lovely, crisp option when you're looking for a lighter beer. Their stouts do not disappoint either, with flavors ranging from vanilla to hot pepper, each one provides a unique twist to my favorite style of beer. And they have most of their beers in to go packs and available in flights, making it very convenient to try all the styles. The Staff I can't speak highly enough about my experience with both the wait and kitchen staff. You do all of your ordering through QR codes on the table, but that doesn't stop the folks serving you food and drink from being extremely friendly and welcoming. They are all very down to earth and quick to help if you need anything. The kitchen staff are truly the magicians. The food is always so consistent and I honeslty don't know how they put together some of these meals so quickly, but keep them looking so presentable. The Bad Tonight was the first time I was truly disappointed in Une Année as a business. During dinner right after the soccer match finished, a member of the staff (or maybe an owner?) came in yelling at the kitchen staff, and I mean screaming, in front of all the indoor customers. Although we were unsure what he was saying, the contents of his tantrum were not important. It is NEVER acceptable to treat any staff member that way, in front of customers or not, and multiple times throughout the night. The kitchen staff did not raise their voice, except one time to ask this man to stop yelling at them. Several of the kitchen staff seemed to have walked out from the abuse by the time we paid up and left, and rightly so. Even as they were leaving, he was still taking jabs at them. I'm extremely bummed that I will likely not be returning after years of patronage as I feel gross supporting a business that is willing to be so disrespectful towards their staff.

I was here last week for a special event (this time one I didn't organize and just got to attend as…read morea guest), and it was great as always. The food is delicious (the event I was at had a taco bar, chips and guac, and a few desserts), the drink list is amazing (including a few great mocktails), and the space works really well for either private parties or just hanging out with friends. Five and Dime never disappoints. And for those who do have to plan events for stuff, F&D is great. I had happy hours here for new students in 2018, 2019, and 2022 (post-pandemic), and it was a smooth and enjoyable process each time.

Five & Dime, Lulu's, Taco Diablo, and Blue Horse Tavern have become my go-to spots for everything…read morefrom casual dinners to hosting out-of-town guests. The food is consistently delicious, and there's always something that hits the spot no matter what I'm craving. A few standouts I keep coming back to: Bang Bang Shrimp Ribs Salmon with Delallo pepper drops French Dip Enchiladas Verdes Whether I dine in or order on Uber Eats, it always arrives fresh and well-made (rare these days!). And in good weather, nothing beats Five & Dime's rooftop -- easily one of the best places in Evanston to enjoy a relaxed, fun meal outdoors. Friendly service, great variety, and reliably fantastic food!

I love a local micro brewery. love the vibe! Will return. Great for small…read morefriend meetups.

Cute place but generally the beers were too similar to one another. Ordered at the bar.read more

We were looking for a dog friendly brewery on a cold night and Alarmist popped up, On a Tuesday…read moreevening, it was pretty empty . The bartender was not over friendly, but did offer recommendations. They have a variety of beer and cocktails. Our group tried the Dream Jus , Crispy Boy , Le Jus and a Cider. The Le Jus was the favorite. There is plenty of seating and there is an outdoor patio area . There was parking in a lot next to the brewery, which was very convenient. You can bring your own food. The atmosphere has a neighborhood vibe.

Incredibly friendly, warm and welcoming staff. A brewery with weekly specials on Tuesday ($3 off…read morecocktails) and Wednesdays (50% off all wines) and pretty fair prices for beer pours. There is even a rotating cask style. It has a well lit modern industrial feel. During the warmer seasons they have a medium sized beer garden in the back, but all year round dogs are welcomed inside. No kitchen but a bunch of neighborhood eateries deliver. Free spacious parking lot around the west side of the building and handicap accessible entrance and chairlift inside. Reservations for the taproom seating (if you plan on hosting a party) can easily be made on their website. I highly recommend checking them out if you're in the area, or into craft beer. Their hazy style Le Juz won gold a few years ago and is still a hard hitting classic. Shout out to my favorite bartender Charlie for always my family and me feel at home.

Union Squared in Evanston has been on my must try places for at least a year. I finally decided to…read morecheck it off my list and the pizza was meh. I ordered The Godfather pizza which was $32. You don't get to choose a size but the pizza can accommodate at least 3-4 people. I opted for delivery and the pizza arrived in great shape. The pizza looked nice but it was extremely dry and lacked flavor. I've had Detroit style pizza in Detroit many times and this wasn't it. The pizza can be best described as a breadstick with meat sprinkled on top. I tried to eat the leftovers the next day and ended up throwing out the rest of the pizza. It's rare for me not to finish pizza so Union Squared in Evanston is a giant no.

Great gluten-free Detroit-style pizza! Small but mighty inside. Great service. Parking can be…read moretough. I try to visit whenever I'm nearby.