Beer

Chicago Brewery Swept Up in Northwest Side Alderman’s Text Message Scandal

By Naomi Waxman September 13

Chicago Aldermen Want Proof of Vaccination for Bar and Restaurant Customers

By Naomi Waxman September 10

30 Chicago Businesses Receive Citations for Indoor Mask Mandate Violations

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam September 8

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Eater Chicago’s Last-Minute Road Trip Guide

For those who need trip ideas, find all of Eater Chicago’s travel-related guides in one place

By Eater Chicago Staff August 31

Chicago’s Mask Mandate Returns Today, Here’s What to Know

By Naomi Waxman and Aimee Levitt August 20

Evanston Brewpub Focuses on German Beers and Smoked Meats

By Naomi Waxman August 18

Goose Island 2021 Bourbon County Eight-Beer Lineup Introduces a Cola Flavor

By Ashok Selvam August 10

Chicago Bears Kicks Off ‘Gameday Eats’ to Support Restaurants

By Naomi Waxman July 12

Chicago-Area Brewery Devastated After Weekend Tornado

By Ashok Selvam June 22

Inside Logan Square’s Taproom With Wisconsin Northwoods Vibes

By Ashok Selvam June 17

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14 Road Trip Worthy Breweries to Visit in Southwest Michigan

By Karl Klockars June 16

Paulina Market and Bourbon County Beers Among New Brews Teased in Label Reveal

By Naomi Waxman June 16

A Mighty Chicago Craft Beer Shop Debuts a Restaurant

By Ashok Selvam June 15

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Outstanding Breweries Worth a Drive Outside of Chicago

By Ashok Selvam June 7

Illinois Bars Expect Gov. J.B. Pritzker to Keep To-Go Cocktails Legal

By Naomi Waxman June 2

Vaccinated Alinea Workers to Wear Lapel Pins as Restaurants Unfurl New Mask Policies

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman May 24

Tamale Guy Sidelined as Chicago’s Bars Roar Once More

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman May 17

Chicago Tribune Fills Vacant Dining Critic Position

By Ashok Selvam and Naomi Waxman May 14

Surprise: Bronzeville Beer Makers Are Planning Not One, But Two Taprooms

By Naomi Waxman May 13

Explore Logan Square’s Newest Brewery Taproom

By Ashok Selvam May 11

After 13 Years, Half Acre Beer to Leave Lincoln Avenue

By Ashok Selvam May 7

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker Targets June 11 to Fully Reopen Restaurants and Bars

By Naomi Waxman May 7

Venerable Music Venue FitzGerald’s to Debut Prime Barbecue From a Notable Chef

By Ashok Selvam May 3

A 12-Year-Old Mexican Cafe in Ukrainian Village and Two More Closures

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam April 27

Two Upcoming Logan Square Breweries Are Opening in May

By Ashok Selvam April 27

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Where to Find Chicago Breweries With Outdoor Seating and Beer Gardens

These brewery taprooms and brewpubs offer a variety of patio options

By Ashok Selvam April 26

Discover Life on Marz, Bucktown’s New Community-Oriented Brewery Taproom

By Ashok Selvam April 23

Kamala Harris Delighted a South Side Chicago Bakery With a Visit

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam April 7

Ballast Point Officially Closes Chicago Brewpub After Three Years

By Ashok Selvam March 24

A Black-Owned Brewery Steps Up to Fill a Bronzeville Space

By Naomi Waxman March 12

Baseball Food Vendors Are Part of the Game, but They Haven’t Been Asked to Return Yet

By Ashok Selvam March 9

Chicago Restaurateurs Celebrate $28 Billion Federal COVID-19 Relief Package

By Naomi Waxman and Ashok Selvam March 8