This is an amazing place! I went with my daughter and husband yesterday. We sampled several…read moreflavors and left with two of my daughters favorites. The owners are welcoming and friendly and told us the story of how they came to be partners in the shop. Reasonable prices for a wonderful product. We will be returning.

Trying to gate keep this place, but there are so many amazing things about it that I do want to…read moreshare. First off - pickle beer - if you know, you know. It's the life juice. Second, are the recently added craft drinks and I cannot stop thinking about the Hugo spritz - made just right. The service is impeccable, good food options and you cannot beat the patio - no matter the weather. 1000/10 recommend! P.S. If this location is not up to snuff for you, there's one more in Wrigleyville and OG in Milwaukee (trust me, it's worth the trip).

We sat outside and it's well covered. I went do brunch. It was family friendly. Our server was…read moregreat and gave my daughter chalk to play/draw with. Food was surprisingly good.

Nice people,but they're not exactly the hopwell brewery. Some of their meads are a bit over priced…read more Some colleagues wanted to check out some spaces. Definitely won't be back.

Great little supply store. Very cozy. Employees are very friendly and helpful. Good selection of…read moregrains and other supplies. Reasonable prices. Good house beverages too. Highly recommend.

If you like beer, you should be able to find one you like here. There are plenty to choose from…read moreand the descriptions are accurate. My beverage/beer order was the Night Moth Oak-Conditioned Hazy IPA | 7.2% | 12oz/8 - 5oz/4. I recommend this if you are a fan of Hazy IPA's. My food order was the Beer braised, short rib with roasted root vegetables, polenta, swiss chard, and sweety drops. Tender and tasty short ribs. I will be craving the sweety drops for sure. Bar seating, regular tables and high top tables available here.

Wish I could give a 3.5 stars. I applaud the true creativity. But every order was a mixed bag…read more Fried chicken sandwich - 3.5/5. Pickles are the star. Cut through heaviness. Magical first few bites. But chicken gets boring. Crispy Brussels sprouts - 3.5/5. Solid fry level. Cheesy bites are delicious. But quickly bland. Raisins is an unexpected addition but unsuccessful in my view. Kids grilled cheese - 4/5. Tasty and simple, though my kid wasn't willing to try. Duck and dumpling - 3.5/5. I can see how this is someone's favorite dish. Lovely rich broth. Crispy skin. But there was a heaviness that didn't totally work for me, especially with the bigger duck chunks. Definitely better fresh than leftover. Chocolate beer cake - 3.5/5. Slightly dense cake. Nice frosting. Beer aroma and flavor definitely comes through. Hazelnuts a nice crunch. Fun and glad to have tried, but not reaching for the next bite.

On behalf of Alignable and the Alliance of Greater Chicago, a huge thank you to the team at…read moreSketchbook Brewing in Skokie for hosting our in-person networking events. The space is welcoming, well-laid-out, and perfect for real conversations -- not just quick handshakes. Our members love the atmosphere, and it makes it easy to connect, collaborate, and support local business the way it should be done. And the new addition of wine on the menu? Smart move. Not everyone is a beer drinker, and that small adjustment makes a big difference in making everyone feel included. We appreciate the hospitality and look forward to making Sketchbook one of our regular spots. If you haven't checked them out yet, you're missing a good one.

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.

Got some pretty great beers from this brewery. It has kind of a limited selection but it still has…read moreinteresting ones to choose from. Whiner Beer Company is located in a pretty interesting building in Back Of The Yards. Has other things to check out when not having a few cold ones. There's also a limited menu of pizza. Coming in here it seemed like it would be a great place for banquets and gatherings. It's located in the building known as The Plant. There were only a few people here and it seemed pretty quiet. A lot of people just don't know about it. The beers are the best things but it also has more. A lot of the beers seem to have a theme about care. It's about $7 a pint. Best of the ones we had was the Miaou. This is a dry hopped Belgian style wheat. Hoppy while still being not too hoppy. There's also pizza. Kind of limited and expensive. The pizza mostly has meaty toppings. Has to be one of the most interesting places in this pretty rough area. It's pretty cool to come when the rest of the vendors here are open. They're closed Mondays to Wednesdays.

Cool space on 46th St. Industrial vibes inside with good rotating beer selection. Ample street…read moreparking, worth a visit! Pro Tip: Raza pizza on site for takeaway pizza!

Really surprised at how nice this place was! We kind of just stumbled in while waiting for a…read moreconcert to start next door at the salt shed. We checked online and were able to make a quick reservation so we were seated pretty much right away! The vibe is like an old brewery/warehouse and there is plenty of seating. The bar is in the middle, and I think if you don't have a reservation, and you're okay with sitting at the bar, you can sit right away too. We got the pretzels, cheese curds, and Chicago fried chicken sandwich and everything was really good! The mustard that comes with the pretzel and the ranch that came with the curds were DELISH! There's snow on the ground right now, but I saw seating outside along the river and I bet that's beautiful in the summer! Def would go back!

I come here maybe twice a year due to the high alcohol content of the beer!…read more I come for the 312 Block party where you're able to sample some of the very delicious Bourbon County Stout and I come for the annual Black Friday new BCS releases. Always a good time here with fellow Goose Island beer lovers. You can also buy certain releases here as well as Goose Island memorabilia like shirts and mugs. Staff is always cool and personable. you can tell they take pride in being a part of the brand and always know their stuff. If you're a craft beer fan or just love Goose Island, this is the place to be.

We came here last night for the Office Trivia. Mara our server was absolutely fantastic. So kind,…read morehardworking and had great recommendations. The interior was super cute and nicely laid out. The rosemary oil fries were amazing as was the gumbo and the Caesar salad. We will return! Really enjoyed it, looks like they have a big room out back too for events. Parking was easy to find too!!

Half Acre was our final stop on a little brewery tour through the northern neighborhoods of…read moreChicago! Extra points for their private parking lot, which felt pretty exclusive in this part of town! The space itself is open and airy, with plenty of space to grab a table or belly up the bar. Simple, modern finishes, accented with ceiling-stringed lights made this spot a fun place to chill and play a board game. We ordered from the bar, and were given recommendations that held up to our expectations! Nice diversity of beer available, which we appreciated after going to a few spots that only focused on one kind of beer. We had the Reef Knot, which was a lovely, light summer beer and the Slow Melt, a Pale Ale with a bit of haze! Both were lovely and perfect to sip during our game!

This is one of our favorite local spots…read more Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. They have an extensive schedule of events and pop-ups so definitely check Instagram so you know what to expect before you show up! On Monday's, their regular kitchen is closed, but they usually have a pop up. They have a rotating selection of beers on tap along with a few standards. They mostly serve their own products so don't go in and expect a Bud Light, but rest assured that whoever is behind the bar will help you find something you like. Their canned gin and tonic is my personal go-to.

My friends and I came to Mars for a book club meeting and wow, it was such a vibe. I did not expect…read moreto like it this much. The area initially threw me off a bit. It is surrounded by factories and buildings that look a little abandoned, so it feels a little sketchy pulling up. But once you walk inside, it is a completely different experience. The space is beautiful, with a great layout, a central bar, and plenty of seating. It is mostly seat yourself, and you order drinks at the bar, but they do bring food out to you and clear your table. The staff was friendly and took the time to explain how everything works, which I appreciated. Now the food. So good. I have had a favorite taco spot for the past few months, but this place honestly raised the bar. They are known for their fried cheese tacos and they absolutely live up to the hype. The shrimp was delicious and the sauce reminded me of a seafood boil, rich and flavorful. The salsa verde was also great. I also had the fries topped with fried cheese, cilantro, and onions, and they were just as good. Everything smelled amazing and everyone at the table loved their food. One thing I really loved is their drink options. They have great cocktails, but also offer well crafted mocktails that feel just as intentional. On top of that, they have THC and CBD drinks, which really adds to the relaxed, laid back vibe. Overall, it is a great place to sit, hang out, and enjoy good food and drinks for as long as you want. I will definitely be back.

Walked in randomly while waiting for a nearby place to open. They had happy hour!…read more The beer and the oysters were so good. The bar tender was very friendly and attentive. It was a good hang out spot for a quick nosh. Pro tip on the happy hour. The oysters come with way more michelada sauce than you need. Pour the rest in a beer. It was enough for my wife and I to both enjoy. We will be back if were in the area.

We booked a reservation at Cruz Blanca for my dad's birthday. Overall, we had a nice time, but the…read morefood didn't fully live up to what I expected. I will say first that it was not horrible. It was a fine experience but I want to also provide feedback on what could be better. The vibe is definitely 10/10! It feels lively and fun, and they did a great job making it feel like a celebration. The dessert with the sparkler was a cute touch. I loved the open kitchen too, it adds to the energy of the space. Also reinforces a clean environment which I appreciate. We ordered chips, salsa, and guac which were all good and a solid start. We also had queso fundido which tasted good too, but overall the app portions felt a bit on the smaller side given the price. The beer was honestly one of the best parts. The Estrella Blanca was really good and something I would absolutely order again. They did not have their most popular beer on draft which was surprising. There were ads on the highway for it all over Chicagoland so I was surprised. For food, the five of us got three ribeye plates, a chicken quesadilla, and the chicken tlayuda. The ribeye had good flavor but it felt like more peppers/onions than steak. The quesadilla was good. The tlayuda was great, very unique and big enough to share! Service was friendly but definitely on the slower side. Not bad, just slow. It was one of the first nice spring days in Chicago so lots of people were out and it was crowded, which likely played a role. Overall, everything was good, just not amazing. For the price point, I was hoping to be a bit more impressed by the food. It's a fun spot, great beer, and good for celebrations. I'd probably come back but wouldn't necessarily rush back.