Piece Brewery and Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

1. Piece Brewery and Pizzeria

9.1
1927 W North Ave (btwn Elk Grove Ave & Damen Ave), Chicago, IL
Pizzeria · Wicker Park · 349 tips and reviews

Steve P.Steve Peternell: I haven't tried the pizza (yet) but with their house brews as well as live band karaoke, Piece is a great place to spend a night out

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Two things keep this place from going the route of sports-bar-beer-bong culture: excellent house brews and expertly executed pizzas. Read more.

Derek H.Derek Hoffer: Great house beers!

Haymarket Pub & Brewery is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

2. Haymarket Pub & Brewery

8.0
737 W Randolph St (at Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Fulton Market · 174 tips and reviews

Joe P.Joe Preiser: Other than the house beers, the Smokin' Hot Legs and Riot (either pizza or sandwich) are must try items.

Tim S.Tim Scoutelas: Local Brewery with flavorful beers. Be sure to chat up the help about the daily specials.

Andrew D.Andrew Dreischarf: Amazing in house brewed craft beer. Food is quite tasty too. If you like strong beer that doesn't taste like a shot of pure alcohol, when in season, the Mathias Imperial American IPA is fantastic!

First Draft is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

3. First Draft

8.3
649 S Clark St, Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Printer's Row · 22 tips and reviews

Andrew S.Andrew Stiles: Good for sports if you can get a table. The goose island Ogden is a good local craft beer. Pizza was a pleasant surprise.

Sean M.Sean Maccarone-Reed: Great local beer selection!

Heather F.Heather Folsom: Once again, the bacon mac & cheese was excellent. We also tried the basic burger on brioche with egg & Gouda- effing amazing & perfectly cooked!

Revolution Brewing is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

4. Revolution Brewing

8.8
2323 N Milwaukee Ave (btwn N California & W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Brewery · Logan Square · 391 tips and reviews

Brian M.Brian MacQueen: Local craft brews are always the best.

Mike M.Mike McKenzie: While each house brewed beer is amazing. The working man mild is the best I've had of the style. Anti-hero is great for hopheads.

Jessica R.Jessica Robertson: Amazing apps - we had the wild boar meatballs, V house pretzel, & bacon fat popcorn! V arugula pizza is light, cheesy & delicious!!! Oh & great house beers! ;-)

Clark Street Ale House is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

5. Clark Street Ale House

8.2
742 N Clark St (btwn W Superior St & W Chicago Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · River North · 56 tips and reviews

Jason G.Jason Gilmore: SIT outside on the back patio. DRINK local craft brew. Read more.

Callie S.Callie Stephens: Try a local beer - the bartenders will suggest ones to try!

ChicagoistChicagoist: Whether you want to take in the summer air with a microbrew on the patio or cozy up to a glass of whiskey at the long wooden bar, your pup will have a comfortable spot by your side. Read more.

Local Option is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

6. Local Option

8.2
1102 W Webster Ave (at N Seminary Ave), Chicago, IL
Bar · North Side · 69 tips and reviews

Susie J.Susie Jendro: Try a few of their house brews- you won't be disappointed.

C R.C Rey: Literally the BEST local beers on tap anywhere. Unpretentious, unapologetic, and real. This beer bar delivers what beer lovers want with a side of metal and love. Get some wings. Crispy and delicious.

The Daily MealThe Daily Meal: The staff is both friendly and knowledgeable (a rare combination among notoriously snobby beer bars), so don’t be afraid to belly up to the bar and ask for a recommendation. Read more.

American Airlines Flagship Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

7. American Airlines Flagship Lounge

9.0
Terminal 3, btwn Gates H5 & K5 (ORD Airport), Chicago, IL
Airport Lounge · 12 tips and reviews

Cynthia D.Cynthia Drescher: Try the salmon! And the carving station! And the local beers (Goose Island & Revolution, Sept 2017), and the Bollinger! Huge step up for AA lounges.

Amir N.Amir Niaz: Excellent food and beverage options...draft sake seriously. Super clean and great staff.

Thierry L.Thierry Levenq: Nice lounge. Much better than what they used to be

Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

8. Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery

9.1
733 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL
Beer Bar · River North · 15 tips and reviews

Keith S.Keith Smiley: Wide variety of great local beer.

Hayley C.Hayley Craven: The Brussels sprouts were amazing! Good food and service, with a cozy ambiance.

Eric M.Eric Morin: Excellent craft beer selection

Cruz Blanca Brewery & Taquería is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

9. Cruz Blanca Brewery & Taquería

9.0
904 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Brewery · Fulton Market · 24 tips and reviews

Sandeep P.Sandeep Paruchuri: Great for their in house beer and chips

C R.C Rey: Rick Bayless has a gem in this West Loop craft brewery and Oaxacan-themed taqueria. Check out the 2nd level for more space and calmer vibes. No reservations and beers/food are available to-go.

Brittney L.Brittney L: Amazing taco cuisine inspired by a true food artist #rickbayless

DMen Tap is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

10. DMen Tap

8.3
2849A W Belmont Ave (Francisco), Chicago, IL
German Restaurant · Northwest Side · 6 tips and reviews

Pam P.Pam P.: The curry fries are always delicious. Love the Doner kebab, chicken and loads of veggies. Local craft beer on draft, regional beers in bottles and cans.

Phil W.Phil Watson: Get some mead (all of which are perennially stellar) and a currywurst, and enjoy this unique spot in Avondale. The board games and dnd-related things are a huge plus as well.

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: They have games in the back.

Estereo is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

11. Estereo

9.0
2450 N Milwaukee Ave (Sacramento), Chicago, IL
Cocktail Bar · Logan Square · 22 tips and reviews

Geoff B.Geoff Balasi: Unique cocktails and local craft beers in a retro caribbean hipster vibe.

David C.David Cox-Espenlaub: The cocktails are tasty and dangerously sweet, with some clean and crisp options as well. The cold brew with horchata is a lifesaver if you're the designated driver.

Davide C.Davide Corradi: When there is a mirrorball in the toilet you know you are in the place to be. AWESOMENESS at its best!

Uncommon Ground is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

12. Uncommon Ground

7.8
3800 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Lakeview · 128 tips and reviews

CourtneyCourtney: Great local beer selection! Sweet potato fries with the goat cheese fondue is delicious!

Amy F.Amy F: Great choice of local beers.

Dustin H.Dustin Haley: Monday’s they have $4 drafts of the house beers! Service is so so, but the beer was good!

Beermiscuous is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

13. Beermiscuous

8.9
2812 N Lincoln Ave (Diversey), Chicago, IL
Bar · Lakeview · 35 tips and reviews

BeermiscuousBeermiscuous: The largest selection of local beer of any bar in Chicago. Over 30 local breweries & over 130 local beers available at any time!

John C.John Cassillo: Quality local beer selection, plus if it’s empty or you reserve the room, you can also play some darts. Fun spot to grab a drink either way.

Dustin H.Dustin Haley: Huge variety of beer! You get a large discount when you purchase beer to take home. Great for variety packs!

Red Star Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

14. Red Star Bar

8.0
3201 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL
Sports Bar · Lakeview · 2 tips and reviews

Christopher B.Christopher Bevel: Awesome Whole Foods bar upstairs! Go during the tap takeovers for your fav brewery. Great prices for local craft beers and food!

Shannon J.Shannon Jeropke: They have INSANE deals on whiskey such as a $10 shot of Johnnie Walker Blue Label!

Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery is one of The 15 Best Places for Local Beers in Chicago.

15. Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery

9.1
1746 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Brewery · East Ukrainian Village · 30 tips and reviews

Christopher B.Christopher Bevel: Great rotating selection of locally brewed beer using botanicals. And the food is really great also. Get the spicy popcorn and sweet potato bar snacks, and dark hot chocolate with salted mallow-yum!

Byron C.Byron Cheng: a really cool space to hang out, great beers!

ben m.ben m: Beers, burger and schnitzel were all delicious. Get them with root chips and grab a beer flight. If you want something light, the fried giardiniera is great. Toro & Night Moth are great beers.