Brew Pub Guide

Hangar Two, Glenview

Hangar Two by Tangled Roots Brewing Co.
1100 N. Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
Inspired by Glenview’s history of aviation, Hangar Two is a tribute to the naval air station and celebrates that history with a design inspired by air travel and an adventurous, global menu. Check out their portfolio of beers to suit any palette – from light sessionable lagers and ales like the Starved Rock Lodge Lager to dark and complex experimental brews. You’ll find up to 15 beers on tap at any given time, including seasonal and limited editions like the grapefruity Devil's Paint Box IPA.
 

Peckish Pig, Evanston

Peckish Pig
623 Howard St., Evanston
Evanston’s first brewpub sports up to ten house-brewed suds on tap in rotation complimenting pub grub like slow-roasted pork belly, bacon fat popcorn and fish and chips. The lively gastropub’s stylish patio hosts entertainment like a flamenco dancer in front of the colorful mural that adorns the adjacent brewery. Order the crisp, American-style Yard Work Lager brewed with barley, rice, water and hops. Or the Mr. Weiss Guy Hefeweizen, a classic Bavarian-style Hefeweizen, with dominant clove and banana aromas, light cracker and bready flavors and a dry finish.
 

Sketchbook Skokie

Sketchbook Skokie
4901 W. Main St., Skokie
Driven by a passion for quality, sustainable local production and DIY geeky-ness, Sketchbook brews a range of historical and adventurous beer styles. Their paved patio space is enhanced by trees lit with solar lights plus picnic tables dotting the lawn (bring the dog if you’re eating outside). A hearty selection boasts nearly 20 beers on tap—all brewed on premises—plus Kombucha and Cider. Tell Pops to try the No Parking, a hoppy American Pale Ale with a light, crisp body, dry hopped with Citra.
 

Temperance Beer, Evanston

Temperance Beer
2000 Dempster St., Evanston 
Enjoy award-winning beers from Evanston's first and oldest brewery pair well with the laid-back (heated and covered) outdoor beer garden during warmer weather. Temperance's taproom (so named because Evanston was once dry and the birthplace of Prohibition) serves up oodles of fresh-brewed beer styles. Their popular Gatecrasher English style IPA, an India Pale Ale, entices with bountiful aromatic hops and a touch of malt sweetness, while the National Anthem Blueberry Raspberry Wheat ale has a rosy hue and refreshing finish.
 

Ten Ninety Brewing Company, Glenview

Ten Ninety Brewing Company
1025 Waukegan Rd., Glenview
Ten Ninety is “craft beer elevated” as they reach beyond traditional combos of water, malted grain, hops and yeast to brew extraordinary small batch beers meant to be thoughtfully enjoyed. Taste their stout, roasty Blown Transformer or the MPH, an imperial porter with cayenne and pomegranate. Or sample a custom flight from their friendly and knowledgeable team. The full menu includes artisan pizzas, BBQ and those Beer-Totchos: tater tots, Half Wit beer cheese sauce, crumbled bacon, green onions and fried egg.
 

Double Clutch Brewing Company, Evanston

Double Clutch Brewing Company
2121 Ashland Avenue, Evanston
The newest entry to the area’s profusion of hops-happy establishments will be Double Clutch Brewing. Showcasing an extensive collection of rare and vintage classical cars, Double Clutch crafts their selection of authentic beers in house using the finest ingredients and state-of-the-art techniques. Inspired by the long traditions and passions of German brewing, their Kölsch is a crisp, light version of the best ales of Cologne. The Rauchbier Helles Lager has a malt that is dried over Beechwood smoke, giving the beer its unique flavor.  
 

District Brew Yards, Wheeling

District Brew Yards
700 North Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling
Head over to District Brew Yards this first-of-its-kind collective production brewery, beer hall and shop. With five unique breweries and 40 pour-your-own drafts, this spot is sure to appease the pickiest of beer connoisseurs. Check out Around the Bend Beer Co.'s Puffing Billy Brown Ale, a roasty malt with chocolatey flavors, or Casa Humilde's Mangazo Hazy Mango IPA bursting with juicy citrus and mango flavor. Pair your brews with an order of Lillie's Q delicious Southern-style BBQ. Try the Brisket Fries: Prime Brisket, Queso and Pico de Gallo or an assortment of barbeque offerings like Pulled Pork, Prime Brisket and Baby Back Ribs.