43 Best Craft Breweries near Niles

“Been going to this place before they moved to this new location. They moved to this new location the weekend of the covid lockdowns. They sold their food to go, and it was one of the first places we supported. We have been routine customers, and enjoy our time there, every time we go. The barbecue is fantastic, the beers are amazing, the staff is tremendous.. And if you're a fan of hot wings, doing their hot wing challenge, hopefully annually, is a must. Don't skip on this place.“

“Booked the Brewery Tour online very straightforward,we received reminders prior to the tour.
Chris was our Tour guide and he was funny & very informative.The Tour was just under a hour.
Visiting from the UK and Goose Island has been a favourite for a long time it was really good to see the process.
We had a few good sized samples and the Bourbon County Stout was lovely.
All the staff members we met were very polite.
The bar area was busy & had a good atmosphere.“

“Great food and love the booth“

“I literally ran in on Tuesday, as I was driving through to NJ, grabbed a glass for my husband and a four-pack of the most deliciously well-balanced hazy IPA Ive ever had. And that’s saying a lot, as I ran
a 100% American craft beer bar for almost five years. Cudos to Hop Butcher for creating amazingly delicious beer. And thank-you for making my tired palate happy.“

“2026 Chicago Brewery Journey – Fourth Stop
Stopped by Maplewood Brewery & Distillery and it’s clear right away this place is popular—very lively with a strong crowd and a great energy throughout. The beer selection is extensive, so there’s plenty to choose from.
One interesting note—the space had a noticeable coffee aroma. Not a bad smell by any means, but a little unexpected when you’re there for beer.
Overall, a fun and energetic stop with a lot to offer.“

“2026 Chicago Brewery Journey – Third Stop
Made my way to Revolution Brewing – Brewery & Taproom, and as expected from a well-established Chicago staple, the selection did not disappoint. There’s a wide range of beers to choose from, and the Hero Flight was a great way to sample several—definitely lived up to the name and had me feeling pretty hoppy.
The space is huge, with plenty of room to spread out, making it a great spot whether you’re stopping in for a quick drink or hanging out for a while.
A reliable stop with lots to offer and easy to see why it’s such a big name in Chicago.“

“Stopped off here for a few beers on my big 60th birthday brewery tour. Fab place, lots of great beers on, big choice of them. Loads of cans and bottles in the fridges. Loads of seating. Big shout out to Marcus for all his help and advice, hope you get to see oasis“

“I have definitely had some less-than-stellar microbrewery experiences but this was NOT one of them. 100% success rate on the interesting and completely exceptional beer here. Solar flare, Portage Pils, Ridiculousness. Coming from THE Bier Capital of the planet, completely comfortable recommending this small business to do business with. Very good Bier indeed.“

“First time at Spiteful brewing and it was exactly what you might expect from an independent brewery. Good selection of beers, good location and it looks like they have a very nice outdoor seating area out front.

This day was not conducive to outdoor seating, but I imagine this is a great location during the summer months.“

“Great beers Great atmosphere. Friendly staff!!“

“I attended a private event here yesterday and it was awesome. The venue was so cool, the staff was excellent, and the food and drinks were great. The event coordinators made a great choice when they picked Double Clutch. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be going back.“

“Do I recommend this place? Yes, but depending on who is bartending. It’s never a good feeling to over hear a bartender call you derogatory names when you’re feet away from them- great way to lose “regulars” / consistent business.“

“Suncatcher is The Place To Be.

Everyone working is friendly and knowledgeable. As a neighbor, I’m happy to have them. It’s a great gathering place to see a few friends, or a sunny time to spend by yourself.

As a beer drinker, I’m pleased at what Chicago has to offer and Suncatcher is in my top 3.

As a hoosier at heart, I love that they use Indiana malt.

Rog is the man.“

“Hopewell has such a cute vibe! I loved the fact that they had a large selection of games for passing your time there as you enjoy the beer. The Lil Buddy was perfect. Just a little something. They also had super friendly bartender who was kind enough to give me a few stickers. I collect enamel pins, so was glad to buy one of those from the merch.“

“Attended an event here! The staff were incredible, clean and accessible. Kid and dog friendly! We had a fabulous time and can't wait to return for another event! Thanks for everything!“

“Great cider family and pet friendly“

“Yummy beer, welcoming atmosphere!“

“I passed this place 3 times trying to find it. It's very unassuming, but I was on a mission to finally stop in. It was early and I was the only customer. I chatted with the bartender between sips and reading. I had the Marz and probably the tiger, but can't really remember. I remember them both being good, which is all that matters. They have a decent selection on tap, cans, bottles and cocktails. Again I was there solo, but the vibe from the bartender and space was legit. Kind of reminds me of Half Acres old location before they moved to expand. Hopefully they'll have a similar experience.“

“A delightful space with many beers“

“Nice atmosphere for friends and fellowship“

“Small space with a patio in an industrial area, a short ride away from ORD area hotels, about a dozen own taps, flights available, didn’t have a chance to try any food, friendly service, open currently 5 days a week, plus for being open fairly late“

“They consistently knock it out of the park on their flavors. I have SIBO and drinking kombucha helps, but i hate the vinegar taste that some of them have. However, every flavor i have bought from this company at the farmer's market tastes like fruit juices, without any hint of vinegar. I hope they sell somewhere close to me or i will be sad when the market ends next month 😬“

“Great beers. Great service and friendly, knowledgeable staff at Dovetail.“

“Great service and fun atmosphere!“

“Great beer. Great staff. Great live music.“

“I just saw the way Off Color Brewing took care of a family of ducks and I think that a staff who would go completely out of their way to help the wildlife in their area survive should be commended to the fullest. Thank you for being such wonderful humans!!!“

“This was my first visit to Half-acre because Warrior Wrestling held a show there. I got there early and had dinner and wow. Picked up cans of Far Star, crushed some poutine, and caught some incredible wrestling. Can't wait for the next one here! Unforgettable moment watching a guy leap from a walk-in!“

“No bowling lanes here! Google summary is wrong. They used to have it at their old stand alone location, but when they moved into District Brew Yards that no longer exists. If google allowed edits or comments like that, I'd do it... but they don't.. so i have to leave a review. sigh.“

“Brought my kids to a concert there and the customer service was amazing. They were very accommodating and helpful with the kids. On top of that our food was delicious. Even my pickiest eater ate their fill. We had a blast! Thank you guys so much! 🫶🏽🫶🏽“

“Nice space. Good beer. I had a pint of Twice Lucky. Excellent, live jazz from Chris Greene and Damian Espinosa on Sunday afternoon.“

“Great beer. Fresh, crisp, & tasty.“

“What a great place. I knew immediately when I entered and was greeted quickly with a warm hello that this would be a good evening, and it was. Great vibe, friendly and quick service, staff were amazing, nice selection of beers, and the food was great. Will definitely return.“

“When you're about to turn into N capitol st, make sure you make a wide enough turn from the left lane! Park on the street then go check in, backing up is tight, you have a U turn room at dead-end,
Nice ppl and quick unloading,“

“Everything very neat and clean. Waiters very friendly👍🏼“

“They've got something for everybody, for every palette. Lately, my favorite brewery.“

“A pleasant neighborhood brewery, bar, and restaurant. We generally order burgers or fish and chips, and enjoy a local beer with our meal. We ordered soft pretzels for our ap, which came with two amazingly good dpping sauces - yum!
Great casual spot.“

“We tried Pho no. 1 Brewing tonight and we were really happy with it! We’ll be back again for sure! The Pho was a little sweeter than I expected, but it was my first time having it so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The beef skewers, egg rolls, and wings were amazing. All four of us left full and happy! Definitely recommend!“

“Before the spot burned down, this was my favorite neighborhood spot to visit for good beer and food.The food was always amazing. They served solid bar food and had some amazing dinner options. Also the atmosphere was really cool with the paintings and the windows into the brewery. They also had a wide variety of beer that they would come out with and rotate out seasonally, so it was always worth coming back to try the new beer they released.The parking was pretty good as there was a good amount of free parking near the venue.I talked with the owners and they are planning to reopen. I can't wait for them to come back!!“

“Best. Pizza. On. Earth…period“

“Great people. Food is so much better with the new chef. Only thing missing, nachos.“

“Had a great night at Uncommon Ground! Our bartender was great, the beer was amazing and the food was delicious! Definitely recommend.“

“Good beer. Good atmosphere. Great service“

“I threw a small party in the Hops room this past weekend and it was great! We had a great server and delicious pizza, apps and drinks!“