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[MastaMash]

Looks like I'm probably going to be in Chicago for later this month. First time I've ever been. Naturally I plan to take in a game at Wrigley, but I'll also need a good brewery or two to stop into. Goose Island is the only one that I'm familiar with so I thought I'd check to see if you guys had any "can't miss" breweries.

[DaBearSox]

Looks like I'm probably going to be in Chicago for later this month. First time I've ever been. Naturally I plan to take in a game at Wrigley, but I'll also need a good brewery or two to stop into. Goose Island is the only one that I'm familiar with so I thought I'd check to see if you guys had any "can't miss" breweries.

Two Brothers in Warrenville, ILWestern Suburb of Chi...I would say the beer is better than Goose Island, I may be biased though since Warrenville is my hometown.

[strangebrewer]

Chi-town has been the place to go it seems! I was there in April. Here is a link (from the PH) with some good spots. Good beer in Chicago

[DaBearSox]

Chi-town has been the place to go it seems! I was there in April. Here is a link (from the PH) with some good spots. Good beer in Chicago

yep I am actually making the drive starting tonight.

[ThroatwobblerMangrove]

not a brewery but I did enjoy the chicago brauhaus the couple of times I went there. all german beers, all german food!

[chuck_d]

Goose Island's original brewpub location is on Clybourn, near Siebel. I like this location more than their Wrigleyville spot.Rock Bottom downtown is one of the best RB's in the country in my opinion, although Pete Crowley left and is opening his own place which I think is not yet open unfortunately for you.Metropolitan is new.Half Acre is fairly new.Piece is a pizza joint with it's own beers.Local Option is a nice beer bar near DePaul.The Hop Leaf, another beer bar I kind of don't like. It's way overpriced but lots of other people like it. I mean, $10/12 for a PB&J sandwich, seriously? Also it is way out of the way.The Map Room is another decent beer bar...If you get there tonight, go to GI's brewpub for Thirst Fursday, Chicago Beer Society meeting.Flossmore Station is another brewery, though I vaguely remember any of their beers.If you're not from the midwest definitely hit up one of the beer bars so you can sample the regional brews like Two Brothers, Three Floyd's, Bell's, etc.Edit: Oh, and I be remiss to not mention The Publican. Fantastic food, and good beers! If you are looking for a high class and amazing dining experience, go there.

[Jimmy James]

I will cast another vote for the Map Room - good beer bar, always has something on tap that I haven't had before.

[Big Nake]

I happen to like the Wrigleyville location of Goose Island (just S. on Clark from the park) and since it's warm, they have a beer garden too. There is also the Hofbrauhaus a little further S. on Clark. I agree with all of the others mentioned. You'll have a good time, for sure. Also, if you plan to shop & pack stuff fot the trip home, look for a Binny's. They have a giant beer selection and you might find something that you can't ordinarily get. Cheers and have a great time.

[jayb151]

I second everything already said; especially the trip to a Binny's. They have a great selection. Try to make it to one in the city though, the South Loop one is probably the best.Oh, And I prefer the Clyborn Goose Island over the Wrigleyville one because they have a better selection (at least the last time I was there they did).

[chuck_d]

"The Publican Lagunitas Beer Dinner this Sunday, June 6th! 5:00pm-9:00pm. 4 courses, 5 beers, $60/guest (not inclusive of sales tax or gratuity). Call 312.733.9555 for reservations!!"

[drewseslu]

Piece brews some great beers, Flossmoor Station's beers are among my absolute favorites. The Map Room was very cool on my one visit, as was the Publican. Two Brothers puts out some very tasty beers, as well. You'll have plenty of good to great options.