Building on the success of its Bridgeport outpost, Marz Community Brewing comes to Chicago's North Side, taking up residence in the same building that houses Margie's Candies ice cream parlor and the Snakes & Lattes board game café. Dubbed the Life on Marz Community Club, the space is a bit smaller than the original Bridgeport taproom, but its decor is as stylish as the art that graces the brewery's various beer cans.

The taproom, announced in 2013, gives Marz an additional presence, a place for direct-to-customer sales and to pick up new beer releases. What makes Marz special is their attention to detail and diehard community spirit, providing a robust lineup of offbeat offerings like their King Kona vs Marzilla imperial stout to complement more traditional staples like The Machine and Bubbly Creek. Led by the indefatigable owner - The Marszewski family, Marz’s 4,000-square-foot tap room features a gallery space and arcade games paired with typically atypical eats served in a beautiful industrial chic space just minutes from Guaranteed Rate Field.

There are 14 taps with core beers like Chug Life, the Miller High Life-inspired larger, and Jungle Boogie, a pale wheat ale with South African tea. Other opening beers include Ame No Uzume (Saison with Japanese sansho peppercorns and Indian coriander) and Marz Instant Oats (a 6-percent ABV stout with notes of fruit and coffee).

• Founded: 2013
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $2.7 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.7/5
• Opening Hours: Tue - Thu 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM; Fri 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day); Sat 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day); Sun 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Phone: +1 773-579-1935
• Website: https://marz.beer/
• Address: 3630 S Iron St, Chicago, IL 60609

Housed in The Plant, a net-zero energy business incubator located in Chicago’s Back of the Yards neighborhood, Whiner aims to promote environmentally responsible brewing. The brewery will play a major role in the operations of The Plant’s anaerobic digester. Once up and running, Whiner’s spent grain will help fuel the digester, producing energy for the entire building.

Whiner specializes in wild and sour beers brewed in French and Belgian styles, meaning most are softly fizzy with interesting, funky flavors. Their signature Le Tub is indicative of the style, an easy-sipping barrel-aged Saison. They also do a hoppy Rubrique a Brac, a brown ale that's almost cheesy, thanks to Brettanomyces bacteria used in the brewing process, and the lovely Miaou, a medium-weight Belgian beer that's at once grassy and cider-like.

The interior has green planters here and there so the guests can get acquainted with their planter friends while waiting for their favourite beer. Any good bar will usually have a separate dining menu for those who like to munch on something while sipping beers. Whiner Beer Co has an in-house pizza parlour named Pizzeria Le Pizza, which offers some of the best sourdough pizzas you’ll find in the area. The pizza ingredients, along with the toppings, go magnificently well with the barrel-aged Belgian Beers to create a unique culinary experience for you.

• Founded: 2017
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $1.33 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.8/5
  
• Opening Hours: Thu - Fri 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM; Sat 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM; Sun 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Phone: +1 773-475-6189
  
• Website: https://www.whinerbeer.com/
• Address: 1400 W 46th St, Chicago, IL 60609

If you’re thirsty for some traditional German beers without the 10-hour flight, Dovetail Brewery is a great spot to check out in the city. They boast traditional German-style beers that transport your taste buds to the biergartens of Berlin.

Chicago natives Hagen Dost and Bill Wesselink met halfway around the world in Munich, Germany, while they both studied for their Master Brewer Certifications. Much like Bavarian woodworkers carefully carving pieces of wood into beautiful furniture, German brewing requires precise care and technique. Their appreciation of high-quality craftsmanship and brewing led them to open the traditional German-style brewery in the heart of Lincoln Square - a former German neighborhood. From easy-drinking lagers to funky kriek beers, Dovetail sticks to its roots while incorporating modern methods any beer lover can appreciate.

The main floor has plenty of tables and bar space, and during busy weekends they open seating upstairs in their barrel room. In the spring and fall, they partner with Begyle Brewery next door to host the Mayfest and Oktoberfestiversary street festivals to benefit local food pantries.

The core lineup includes the Vienna Lager, traditional Lager, Helles, Kölsch, Pilsner, and Hefeweizen. Throughout the year, they offer seasonal kriek beers made with fresh Michigan cherries or blueberries, barrel-aged spontaneously fermented beers, and dark malt beers during the winter months.

• Founded: 2014
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $3.69 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.7/5
  
• Opening Hours: Mon - Thu 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Fri - Sat 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM; Sun 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Phone: +1 773-683-1414
  
• Website: https://dovetailbrewery.com/
• Address: 1800 W Belle Plaine Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

The Revolution Brewing Company, located on North Kedzie Avenue, is one of Illinois' largest breweries. This brewery, which opened in 2010, produces more than 20 different types of craft beers. This brewery, sourced from all over the city, has won numerous awards since its inception. Josh Deth, the brewery's owner and operator, has won Best Craft Brewery 2014 by Chicago Magazine, a Gold Medal in the 2012 Beer World Cup, and a Gold Medal in the 2014 Great Japan Beer Festival. This brewery is open to the public and offers guided tours to visitors. Visit the Revolution Brewing Company for an informative tour and a tempting pint of your favorite brew in their tap room.

Not only does Revolution Brewery feature delicious craft beers, such as the famous Anti-Hero IPA, the restaurant also prides itself on serving great food to partner with the beer. The Avondale warehouse usually has some of the freshest Revolution beer on tap and also offers cans and growlers to go, if you want to bring some crisp Anti-Hero IPA home. Head Chef Charlie Eure runs the kitchen that makes delicious hand-crafted items including housemade charcuterie and homemade bread. Pizzas, sandwiches, salads and popular appetizers like wings and mussels are all available on the menu. Revolution Brewery offers weekend brunch as well to start the weekend off right.

• Founded: 2010
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $3.7 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.6/5
  
• Opening Hours: Sun - Mon & Wed - Thu 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Fri - Sat 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
• Phone: +1 773-588-2267
  
• Website: https://revbrew.com/
• Address: 3340 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

District Brew Yards, one of the best breweries and taprooms in Chicago, takes the pour-your-own-beer fad and transports it to a brewery taproom. This brewery is a fun concept and a great chance to mix up the after work beer routine. It’s also close to the United Center. If you’re going to a game or concert, this would be a great pregame spot.

It’s a collaboration between Burnt City Brewing, Around The Bend, and Bold Dog, and there are customer-operated taps for all three, along with a fourth section for rotating experimental beers. Guests receive a card upon entering that allows them to pour their own beers at four different stations throughout the bright and airy brewpub.

It has a food hall vibe with big wooden tables that are perfect for getting work done or playing a board game with friends, and the huge windows that open up onto Ashland keep it from feeling too industrial. There’s also a full-service BBQ kitchen, so there’s really no excuse to leave until they close. Make sure to check out the back of the brewery, where Lillie’s Q serves pulled pork, ribs, brisket and its famous tri-tip sandwiches.

• Founded: 2014
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $22.1 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.6/5
  
• Opening Hours: Tue - Thu 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Fri - Sat 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Phone: +1 773-295-1270
  
• Website: https://districtbrewyards.com/
• Address: 417 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Founded in Chicago in 2006, Half Acre Beer Company focuses on brewing classic American micro styles and mixed fermentation concoctions. Thanks to its early popularity, Half Acre expanded into a tap room adjacent to the brewhouse in 2012 and was named one of Chicago's best bars soon after.

A kitchen was added in 2016, transforming the modest brewery to a full-service brew pub everyone could enjoy. Half Acre Beer Company produces three year-round brews as well as seasonal beers. Core beers include the Pony Pilsner, with its bright lager aromatics and malt chewiness; Daisy Cutter Pale Ale with hints of pine, mango and papaya; and Tuna Extra Pale Ale, a denser-bodied sweet beer with tropical fruit flavors.

Seasonal selections include Vellejo IPA, Deep Space Double IPA, GoneAway IPA, Navaja Double IPA and LeadFeather Black Ale. If you happen to visit the company's brewery, be sure to check out the Wyld mixed fermentation options which are only available on-site. In the meantime, order a few Half Acre beers from Drizly to fully appreciate the brand's diversity.

• Founded: 2006
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $9 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.6/5
  
• Opening Hours: Thu 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Fri - Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Phone: +1 773-754-8488
  
• Website: https://halfacrebeer.com/
• Address: 2050 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

A family-friendly establishment, Ravinia Brewing opened in Logan Square, adding an incredible destination where you can enjoy innovative craft beers and freshly made Mexican street fare. The taproom has a creative floorplan with window swings, intimate booths, bar service, and retractable garage doors. The design reflects Ravinia Brewing’s strong commitment to protecting the health and safety of its customers as well as its three core pillars of “Community, Craft, and Creation."

You can also escape behind the taproom to a hidden beer garden decorated with string lights and barrels. The garden offers plenty of room to enjoy late night entertainment and host private events.

The menu at the new taproom features a variety of mouth-watering Mexican street food such as hand-pressed tortillas and tacos along with breakfast burritos, bowls, salads, and dynamic vegetarian options. And the beer selection is an amazing compliment to the food offerings. Some of the available beers include the Diversey Station, a session pale ale, and small-batch limited releases such as the Isle of Hops, a hazy IPA, and Casa de Guava, a Berliner Weisse. With a private parking lot and ideal accessibility to public transit, Ravinia Brewing can easily welcome thirsty beer drinkers from throughout Chicagoland.

• Founded: 2017
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $2.3 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.5/5
  
• Opening Hours: Tue - Thu 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM; Fri - Sat 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day); Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
• Phone: +1 773-799-8050
  
• Website: https://www.raviniabrewingcompany.com/
• Address: 2601 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Launched in Pilsen, Chicago in 2014 by Brewmaster Jared Rouben, Moody Tongue Brewing Company creates thoughtful, carefully crafted beers that blend familiar flavors with quality ingredients through the philosophy of culinary brewing: using a chef’s mindset to highlight flavors and aromatics in balanced beers.

Two distinctive experiences await at Moody Tongue Brewing Company – the first two Michelin-starred brewery in the world. Functioning as both a comfortable tasting room and casually-focused venue featuring a la carte menu items by Executive Chef Jared Wentworth, The Bar showcases Brewmaster Jared Rouben’s collection of perennial beers alongside a number of limited release offerings from specialty beer programs such as the brewery’s whiskey, wine barrel-aging program, and the renowned rotating Farmers Market Series as well as Sour Series offerings.

Within The Dining Room, an intimate 28-seat fine dining restaurant helmed by ten-time Michelin-starred Executive Chef Jared Wentworth, guests are treated to a hyper-seasonal, refined 12-course tasting menu alongside specialty beer pairings curated by Brewmaster Jared Rouben. The food-friendly beers runneth over in both spaces, with popular pours like Sliced Nectarine IPA and Steeped Emperor’s Lemon Saison, as well as more experimental brews like the Scotch Barrel Aged Peated Scotch Ale.

• Founded: 2014
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $1.5 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.5/5
  
• Opening Hours: Wed - Sat 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
• Phone: +1 312-600-5111
  
• Website: https://www.moodytongue.com/
• Address: 2515 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

At Burning Blush Brewery, there will be a focus on highly crafted beer integrated with genuine customer service. It is a place where traditional beer treads on experimental. Appropriate glassware will be served with the style of beer they are meant to be poured in. As you sip your beers, you will notice the decor that will pay homage to the Victorian era, instilling a Gothic romantic atmosphere. The brewery welcomes you to bring your family and your pups to the taproom where you can enjoy a large, climate-controlled indoor area or a spacious, outdoor biergarten.

Bearing a Biblical name, the North Center brewery serves beers based on Raska's homebrew recipes, with a focus on kettle sours and IPAs. The spacious taproom is open to families and community groups looking for meeting space. On the menu, look for St. Basil Amber Ale with Basil and Broken Bread Oatmeal Stout.

It's also dog-friendly, in case you want to bring your four-legged friend along. A portion of all proceeds are donated to a variety of local nonprofits and Burning Bush frequently organizes community service activities as well as community fundraisers.

• Founded: 2019
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $0.94 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.8/5
  
• Opening Hours: Mon - Thu 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Fri - Sat 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM; Sun 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Phone: +1 773-681-0215
  
• Website: https://burningblush.com/
• Address: 4014 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618

Corridor Brewery & Provisions, one of the best breweries and taprooms in Chicago, is a craft spot in West Lakeview neighborhood that located in the center of the Southport Corridor. In the brewery, Head Brewer Brant Dubovick’s focus is on farmhouse ales and hop-forward beers. His inspiration for Corridor’s beer program stems from rustic farmhouse breweries, as well as hop forward American trailblazers. When Corridor Brewery & Provisions opened in West Lakeview in 2015 it was a welcome addition to the ever-changing Southport Corridor and has been a favorite watering hole since. The seasonal house-brewed beers are made on-site, with 12 tanks displayed behind the bar that are not just for show.

The bar offers six beers on draft, which are also available in 32 ounce cans and 64 ounce growlers. The kitchen's focus is on simple but delicious and locally sourced food meant to pair with the wonderful beer being brewed under the same roof. The midwestern food highlights sandwiches and artisan pizzas baked in a clay hearth oven and other artisan provisions.

When you are looking for some distance from the Wrigleyville crowds to celebrate a Cub’s win, this is one of go-to destinations. Corridor features bar seating, larger booths in the back that are ideal for groups, and an outdoor space along Southport Avenue.

• Founded: 2015
• Annual Revenue Estimate: $1 Million per year
  
• Google Rating: 4.4/5
  
• Opening Hours: Mon - Thu 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM; Fri - Sat 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM; Sun 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
• Phone: +1 773-270-4272
  
• Website: https://www.corridorchicago.com/
• Address: 3446 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657