From the ashes, Baderbrau rose—like the legendary Phoenix on that serves as the brewery's logo. Sox fans can stop by after games that end before 10 p.m. inside this converted warehouse. Enjoy their Chicago Pilsner.

Venture to the suburbs, along historic Olde Western Avenue, Blue Island Beer Co. features barleywine and barrel-aged ales on tap. Enjoy live music and open mic nights with beers you do not see often on tap. They have a BYOF policy which allows you to grab food from one of the many local places to enjoy with their great selection of craft brews.

A very simple, low-key brewery located in suburban Hodgkins, Blue Nose Brewery serves up a very complex variety of craft beers worth venturing Southwest. Unlike most brewery taprooms, Blue Nose Brewery’s taproom has an array of bar games and activities to keep you and your friends busy in between pints. Whether its darts, foosball or pool, Blue Nose is a great place for an off-the-grid hang out for even most seasoned craft beer drinker.

The first Latin American-inspired brewery in the U.S. is located in Southwest Suburban Bedford Park. Five Rabbit Cerveceria is a brewery that integrates Latin culture and cuisine into the development of their craft beers. The Rabbit Hole Taproom has a wide variety of beers on tap, beers to go, and tacos on Thursdays. They often have food trucks and have a BYOF policy. Oh, and they made headlines for rebelling against Donald Trump.

One hundred fifty years ago, stolen horses were routinely delivered to the Beverly neighborhood of Chicago’s South Side for sale. Fast forward to 2013, a brewpub opens in Beverly that bears the name of the trade. Horse Thief Hollow’s menu provides a southern flare and promises that everything on the menu is made from scratch from local farms. Their beers on tap include mainstays and seasonals and the leftover grain is used to make their popular malty soft pretzels.

Staying true to the culture and grit of the neighborhood, Motor Row Brewing pays tribute to the Motor Row vicinity that was once home to likes of Al Capone, Marshall Field, the motor industry and the Chicago Blues scene of the 1950s and 60s. Motor Row Brewing sits in a landmark building and serves up some of the most interesting lagers and IPAs to satisfy your bitter cravings. Their taproom features live blues ensembles few nights a week. Taproom currently serves beer only.

This restaurant/brewery has become a staple of University Village and a favorite amongst the students of UIC. Walking distance from many dorms, Mad Mouse Brewery boasts about a dozen of their own beers on tap, as well as some their craft favorites from around the world. A full barbecue menu is available at the attached Moxee Barbecue Cajun restaurant.

The name pays homage to the neighborhood, which was formerly adulterated before development created the South Loop. Vice District Brewing is the spurious child of two South Side friends who loved brewing craft beer. Located in what used to a Buick showroom, it features a large taproom with a BYOF policy that encourages delivery.