Checked out this hip looking brewery. It certainly is one of the many places to go to in The Loop. Industry Ales is a place that has a lot more than just beers, which is a good choice, because there's all kinds of people who crowd in and want to have fun times. Amazing that fun isn't always beers and chugging. The food is actually good and can be talked about in reviews because some people actually come here to eat, which tells you how they actually have a kitchen. Believe everything is good here but we came for the beers of course. It's certainly the main product made here so why wouldn't it be important. They make more than you can believe which is impressive because there's all kinds of crowds who pass through. For sure everyone wants beer. It's $6 a pint at happy hour. Pretty great for craft beers compared to lots of places it seems. Best one we got was the Bucket Hat. This is a Belgian style witbier. Has notes of bubble gum, coriander, and orange. The food isn't an afterthought so get some of that. It's about $18 for a burger. Vegans have options. Certainly one of these is the Veggie Burger. This is an amazing thing with a spinach patty topped with chipotle tomato marmalade, cremini mushrooms, mixed greens, pickled red onions, and sweet potatoes. All on a fluffy ciabatta bun. The rest of the menu contains meaty stuff. For sure it feels like a place for the hipsters but it's pretty great for anyone. It's located at the intersection of Jackson and Wabash close to lots of fun. The brewery has food that's better than expected but many other things about this kind of stuff are typical. read more

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My husband and I came with our daughter here and we were blown away. The atmosphere is really cool. We really loved the vibes and the decor. We both got flight flights and then I had a avocado Caesar salad salad with chicken and my husband had a Smashburger. We ordered my daughter chicken burgers and fries of course lol. Everything was delicious and we would 100% go back. read more

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Industry Ales is a cool space with great food. The main area is quite loud so be prepared to speak up! I was expecting a more of a brew pub vibe when I went and I was surprised that it is restaurant that takes its food seriously. The chef is inspired by his European heritage and has some very unique dishes. We tried the seasonal squash pierogies and they were delicious. The burger was very good, though Chicago is making burgers a competitive sport now, so there is no shortage of great burgers in the city. I highly recommend checking out Industrial Ales! read more

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Been in a few times after work for some drinks and have yet to eat anything. Service has been great and I like how big the bar is. There's a vast amount of seating arrangements and I feel it'd be great for any occasion, big or small. There's always a decent amount of brews on tap and they also have a nice amount of cocktails too. Stop by for a few or more, I always seem to get a nice buzz going from the variety that they have. read more

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Came here as it was in walking distance after a nearby wine tasting. What can I say...some weeks call for an extra libation. I had been wanting to try Industry Ales when it opened and was glad to have had the opportunity to finally check it out! I was slightly thrown off, as the dining tables are at the front of this space, and the bar is all the way at the back. In fact, my friend at first glance thought it was a sit-down dining establishment sans bar seating. We found our way to the bar and posted up at two seats. We were offered menus right away and found the bartender extremely knowledgeable. This was super helpful when facing down an encyclopedia of ales. He offered samples when we explained what we were looking for. That is service above and beyond, especially on a bustling Friday early evening. The brews were tasty, but I couldn't really discern what I was drinking apart to say it was a lighter Belgian Ale. Wine is more in my wheelhouse, but always good to change things up, especially when a person has the opportunity to be guided by an expert. The people seated nearby had ordered the tuna tartare which looked delicious. In fact, all of the menu is globally influenced (think: pizza samosas, pierogis, Korean BBQ) in addition to the classic brewpub favorites. In addition to the Brewpub, this location features the Millroom, a speakeasy-style lounge. I did not have a chance to check that out on this visit. Definitely a cut above the usual sports bar and a place to expand one's knowledge of brews. read more

So glad my friends suggested this place! I work in the loop so rarely do I want to come back to the neighborhood on the weekends or late night for dinner. But I will say I am definitely wrong! Came here on a Friday with a large group of friends for dinner and some drinks. The beers and cocktails were awesome and unique, but the food truly stole the show! I chose a special for that day, which was the Brisket Tacos, and OMG. These things were incredible! Not to mention so much food for one person (who doesn't love leftovers?!) We could not stop raving about how great everyone's meal was. Downstairs a bit later they had a live band performing, and it got packed pretty quick! But overall I'll definitely be making another stop here soon to check out their happy hour! read more

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Excellent beer only experience Empty on a Sunday afternoon during a Bears game. I love off beat beers and they did not disappoint with a few true originals. The Bloom and Doom is a Biere de Garde, which I still can't describe but really enjoyed. Strong Gose, Sour and Hazy IPA. read more

Solid spot! Beer was great and the food was unique! I went for chicago restaurant week and got yo try apps and mains and it was al tasty and filling so now I want to go back ans try the regular menu. Our server was literally so nice a such a great guy, id go back just for the service! Very cool brewery vibe in there too. Nice for after work in the loop! read more

We were craving some draft beer and decided to check out industry ales. They have great options and we decided to start off with a flight and the potato samosas. The flight was great! We tried different hazy ipa, pilsners, stouts and ales. The one that stood out to us was the petal to the metal. It was a nice cocoa and smoky flavor profile. We decided to order more apps. We got the beef skewers, Mac and cheese and the grilled asparagus. The food was delish! Overall, a great indoor brewery with tons of seating and open concept with modern ambience in the heart of the loop. Loved it! read more

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Stopped here to grab a bite and watch some games. The burgers were pretty delicious. I had the smash burger and honestly it made me crave more because it was so good (I added the brisket bacon and I do not regret it). "The Burger" was a little less exciting but still good! I just felt that it was a little dry. The drink menu was very unique and the beer was good as well! I didn't get a picture of the spicy salmon roll but it was HUGE! I wish they did a little better with the proportion of how things were filled inside though (I'd give it a 3.9/5). Service was great, our waitress was very attentive and brought us anything we needed. The ambiance was cool; it gave me upscale sports bar vibes. read more

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We have tried several times before to get in, but there's always a long wait. We finally came by on a random weeknight and got right in. I like the aesthetic in here. It's very masculine meets warehouse but make it old school/historical. It's a good thing. Our server was good and with the exception of a few things being out on the tap list, I think there were plenty of options to choose from. I enjoyed the avocado Caesar and I have no complaints. It filled me up and tasted exactly like I hoped it would. I look forward to coming back here another time so I can try more menu and beer options as this is a working brewery! read more

Finally stopped by on a Saturday night - the loop was sorely missing a good brewery for many years and Industry Ales has luckily stepped in to fill that niche. My friend and I didn't have a reservation, but had no problem grabbing 2 seats up at the bar. Great spot to post up apparently because we met 2 of the owners - one was working behind the bar and gave me a passionate explanation when I asked about one of their ales. All of the service we encountered was great. For beer, I tried a flight to get a good sampling, and the Disco Helmet was my favorite. For food, I went with the mussels but they were just ok - still mourning the loss of the amazing mussels at Fisk&Co (rip). Overall, it was pretty busy with a mixed crowd and good vibes, plus they just happened to have live music going which was fun. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Hidden gem under the El tracks on Wabash. Have been wanting to try this place for a while and glad I finally had the chance. Wonderful staff with attentive service! The inside is surprisingly nice for a brewery with really nice decor throughout. The beers were really good and they brew on site which is really cool. Pro Tip: location very close to grant/millenium parks. If you're a tourist forget the traps on MI ave and walk a couple blocks to experience real Chicago! read more

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Well, this was disappointing. Big place, almost empty on a Saturday night was the first bad sign. I had the special called a Tokyo burger. No idea what Tokyo had to do with it. Double patty cheeseburger cut in half and placed face down in a pool of beer cheese in a hot skillet. The cheese absolutely overwhelmed everything, and not in a good way. Donna had "the burger", not pictured. She was not impressed, but I liked it better than mine because you could actually taste the beef. The menu said hand cut fries (which were not included with the burgers). When asked if that meant fresh cut, the server said they were not, but were really good. They were not. Beers were just fine, but I saw no evidence of a brewery in the place. Lastly, if you pay North of 20 bucks for a burger, it should come with fries! read more

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Cute spot! Stopped in for a drink before seeing a show at the CSO. Inside is very classy. They even had a security guard. I loved the decor. Hostess let us grab seats at the bar. Plenty of seats at the bar and they are decently spread out. Steve was working behind the bar and he was very friendly. My friend was indecisive on what to order and he explained the differences between the beer. They also have a decent size cocktail, mocktail, and n/a options. Great location and decent pricing. Check them out! read more

Fantastic spot to chill outside (weather permitting) or inside. Loved being outside on the patio. Beer- one of the best in Chicago. The Hazy IPA was amazing. I got it as part of my flight but couldn't just stay with the 4oz and needed to add another 16 If you are near this area, do yourself a favor and stop by! read more

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Industry Ales is a solid place to visit before a show or for a work happy hour. It's around the corner from the CSO, and has a much better vibe than the places on Michigan. The drinks are solid, with an interesting draught beer menu. The food we've tried has been good. I wish there were a bit more variety. The staff are very friendly, but the service itself can be a bit hit or miss. From our visits, it usually takes a while for someone to stop by and get your drink orders. And then the pace of the dinner and clean-up is such that it feels like they are rushing you out the door. We recommend and will continue returning. read more

My lovely wife and I have been wanting to try out Industry Ales after seeing the fairly new Loop brewpub featured on a local show, and so we finally paid them a visit last Saturday afternoon. The design of the interior sports an industrial-chic coolness to it, with these "hoppy" light fixtures hanging in the bar area. We sat at the bar, as we only had a beer flight and did not have any food. The favorite of the four pours we enjoyed was the Out of Focus IPA, sort of a salute to the famous "storefront neighbor" Central Camera store. We enjoyed our experience, though the crowd around the bar seemed quite boisterous. read more

Prior to attending a show at the Chicago Theater, we met up here with friends for a quick bite. I picked Industry Ales for its proximity to the theater and its menu. One of our friends is a pickier eater than me. The space is really nice, narrow but goes back aways. There's also a basement my husband was at for a private event. It's not just a brewery, they have a full bar, cocktail menu, and spirit free cocktail options. I was pleased to see the latter as someone who is off booze indefinitely. Our server was nice and attentive. I always appreciate when a server will help with a dilemma rather than say everything is great. It feels like a slight to call the menu elevated bar food, but that's the best description I can think of. I ordered the pierogi, my husband the smashburger and a side of the carrots. Our friends got salads. Everyone enjoyed their meals and the carrots were really good. For dessert my husband and I split the brownie, which was the only knock on the food. It was a skillet brownie, I recommend a smaller, mini skillet as it looked small compared to the pan. The brownie looked like rather than skillet cooked, it was fired under a broiler. Ours was fired too long as the edges looked burnt. Tastewise it was ok one out was cool enough to eat. Overall Industry Ales is a nice choice in the Loop for a decent casual meal that can accommodate groups. It's got drink and food options for varies dietary needs. read more

I thought this place was just OK. I did like the beers in our flight, but none of them were memorable. The place is very loud, and the beer flight glasses were covered in beer as they seemed to have an issue with foam on the day we were there. Not sure if that's an all-the-time thing or not. We sat in front of some taps, and bartenders were over-filling glasses to rid them of foam, making for a lot of spillage on the glass exteriors. The interior is gorgeous, lending to a very upscale vibe, which is really cool. read more

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My friends and I visited Industry Ales for apps and drinks at 9pm on a Friday night. We originally made a reservation, but you should be fine also trying to do a walk in. Every single member of the staff at Industry Ales was friendly and accommodating. They really have some amazing people on their team. Even though this place is a brew-pub, they also have a full line-up of craft cocktails in addition to their beers. My first cocktail was the Interwar and this cocktail featured ingredients such as scotch, luxardo, and ginger. It is a great summer cocktail. My second cocktail was the Route 66 and I loved the tiki flavor profile. This one was my favorite out of the two, but both were excellent. To eat, I tried the albondigas. This dish consisted of meatballs over grits. The meatballs were tasty. The one thing that missed the mark for me was the grits. The grits were so thin and watery. I'm not sure if this was on purpose or not, but I think that thicker grits would have worked better. read more

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We came here after sampling the beer at Beer Under Glass. I like Miller's Pub but I wanted to go in and try this place. It was 8pm or so post movie at Siskel Center. The decor (hanging lights shaped like hops) and tribute to Central Camera were cool and touching. There are multiple tvs, ideal for sports watching. I regret I forgot what beer I had (I want to say it was a Witbier or brown ale?) but we also had salmon brandade: salmon and warm cheese mixed with sourdough. I had never heard of it before but it was good! The service was good too; the bartender spoke to us about Beer Under Glass, and of course beer. He was efficient and knowledgeable. My party decided to have wine instead of beer, which she enjoyed. We will definitely head back for a flight soon. read more

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Industry Ales is a cool, new, spacious spot in The Loop. I enjoyed their cocktails and had the No Place Like Home and the Fort Dearborn. Both were great! read more

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EXTREMELY LOUD INSIDE. EXTREMELY. good table service. They were out of 20 percent of the beers on their list. Food - not too healthy. read more

Steve, the bartender is a pro. The beer is top shelf. The food is exceptional. The brisket tacos are amazing. read more

I was here in town and looking for a brewery near downtown. I really enjoyed my time here and came around 8:30 pm and sat at the bar. I ordered the hazy IPA and was surprised to get the happy hour special. Then proceeded to order the 1 lb of mussels. Soooooo delicious. Also the ambiance of the restaurant was gorgeous. . read more

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So good I had to rate it! My husband and I came to Chicago for a weekend trip and found our way to industry ales. The food is on another level wow wow wow! I wanted the sweet potato gnocchi but they sold out due to Chicago Marathon weekend. The beer muscles are so amazing!! We got a side of fries as recommended but Alex who was taking care of us. Such a great idea. The muscles themselves come with sourdough it just gave us more options to soak up the broth left over from the mussels. Definitely worth the price. All day happy hour makes this place affordable and delicious. Yes the beer was great. Chicago loves saisons so I tried the La Pierre. A great light option with a little funk. Love this place. read more

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4.5 stars This was a delightful date spot, with something for everyone. The dining room area had white tile walls and more intimate seating, while the bar area had high top tables and a few TVs with sports playing. We walked in without a reservation, early on a Sunday evening, and we were seated right away. The service was amazing from start to finish. My husband loved the very sizable burger (add the brisket bacon for a real treat), and the fries were perfectly salty. My Harvest Salad was good, though a little heavy on the dressing. I would order dressing on the side next time. The draft list was solid, with plenty of variety in beer styles. I appreciated that there were lower ABV options. All in all, a good spot. We will return. read more

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Food was overpriced and average. My steak was overcooked and the salad was swimming in dressing. It was $34 dollars!! The burgers everyone got were extremely salty and are over $20 dollars and don't come with fries. One of the beers I got called MPG or something was the most vile thing I've tasted in sometime. It taked like salted fish. read more

Great spot! $10 mimosas on the weekends is a solid deal. The menu offers a variety of intriguing options and I settled on the charcuterie board which was absolutely delicious. I'll be back again for the charcuterie for sure. I sat at the bar and the service was friendly and attentive. Five star experience! read more

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The Supper Club At Industry Ales Brewpub on June 27, 2025 was a standout event, showcasing Chef Steve's culinary expertise through an Italian themed menu. The cozy atmosphere facilitated a strong sense of community, allowing guests to establish new friendships. One of my friends who attended said " It was an intimate communal table and loved every minute of getting to know strangers who I felt became friends during the event". The food was amazing and the drink pairings were wonderful. Congratulations to Chef Steve and the owners for bringing a Sunday dinner atmosphere back to the community on a Friday night in the city. We are excited to attend the next Supper Club event. Paulette K. read more

This place is an absolute must visit. The staff are great, the food and beers even better. It's just a block from Millers pub and the Palmer House. Just keep waking another block - you will be happy you did - trust me! read more

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I lived in the loop for years before leaving and this place has come up since then. It is a welcome addition to the neighborhood with a great vibe. While the selection of beers isn't crazy large, its better because they have some really good stuff. I personally had one of the seasonal ones. While I only had fries, they were delicious. read more

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Maybe not my favorite beers, but still a good place to visit. Servers were very nice and attentive. We didn't eat, so can't report on the food. read more

Such a beautiful bar! Huge inside, super clean, and great service. We were killing time and saw the bar as we were walking around. Another great stumble upon. We ordered a few drinks each and the bartender and other staff were very nice. We ordered the whiskey sour, old fashion, fort Dearborn (strong!), and hinomaru (refreshingly bitter Japanese red ale). They also had a good looking food menu, but we had already eaten before we stumbled in. I would definitely recommend stopping in! read more

Nice ambiance though mostly made up of tourists. Nice atmosphere with extra seating on second floor area read more

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TLDR: Oof. This was a flop. Beers on tap are limited and the food was very inconsistent. I ordered a flight of their beers and quite enjoyed 3 of the beers. For food, we ordered the XO Beef Skewers, which were so tough that you definitely couldn't eat it off the skewers. The skewers were also kinda flimsy that some of them broke off inside the meat when we tried to pull out the skewers. The sauce was good but the quality of the beef was questionable. The Brisket Rillettes came out looking like a potato (see pic). The flavor of the dish itself wasn't bad but the mustard that came with it really sucked... it tasted like cheap store-bought mustard, which just didn't do it for the rillettes. The burger was actually pretty solid but nothing to write home about, especially in Chicago. The Chicken Asado had a lovely corn sauce and the chicken itself with the elote crema (corn sauce) was tasty! The rice that came with it was horrible... it was supposed to be cilantro rice with salsa verde but all I tasted was bitterness. No other flavors. Literally had one bite and hated it. If you're here for just a drink, I'm sure you'll be fine. Or maybe if you're just getting the burger--but I wouldn't eat here again. Monk's has better beer options and burgers, imho. read more

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I was here a few years ago & it was great. Today I had a smash burger that was so salty I may never pee again. Burger was also very greasy. I asked for ketchup & mustard & by the time it arrived I was finished eating Atmosphere is nice. Horrible food read more

We had a reservation after a matinee at the Cadillac Palace and before an evening performance at the Goodman. It didn't look like anyone was here when we arrived, but we were taken back and seated close to the bar where we had great views of all the TVs. It took a minute for a server to come to our table, but once he did he was very attentive. We enjoyed the cheeseboard and our drinks. A great spot for a meal or a snack before or after a show! read more

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Loved this spot! A friend suggested it for dinner before a show at the Auditorium Theater. I had never heard of this place but my friend has good taste, and it was so good! The decor and vibe is so cozy and chic, and the French fries were to die for. I highly recommend as a fun spot in the Loop! read more