FAQ

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse is a waterfront restaurant and bar on the Chicago Riverwalk offering live music every Tuesday and Sunday. It is a great option for visitors and locals looking for food, drinks, outdoor seating, and live entertainment along the river.

Yes. Walk-ins are welcome at Chicago Brewhouse. Because the Riverwalk and outdoor terrace can become busy during warm weather, weekends, festivals, and special events, reservations are recommended when available.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse offers the classic Chicago Handshake: a can of Old Style beer paired with a shot of Jeppson’s Malört. It is one of the most distinctly Chicago drink combinations available on the menu.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse is a convenient place for visitors and locals to experience several Chicago food traditions in one meal. Guests can choose from a Chicago-style hot dog, Polish sausage, Italian beef, locally inspired street tacos, neighborhood sandwiches, and other dishes representing communities throughout the city.

Chicago Brewhouse focuses on showcasing beer brewed throughout Chicago rather than operating as a traditional onsite brewery. Its signature Chicago Riverwalk Golden Ale is brewed specifically for Chicago Brewhouse by Revolution Brewing, while the broader tap list highlights breweries from different Chicago neighborhoods.

No, we don’t brew beer onsite. Instead, Chicago Brewhouse celebrates the city’s brewing community by featuring beers from small, locally owned Chicago breweries—giving visitors an opportunity to discover what Chicago brewers are creating.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse hosts Chicago Thursdays, a weekly live DJ night celebrating music connected to Chicago. Enjoy Chicago hits and music from artists with ties to the city while overlooking the Chicago Riverwalk.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse hosts events throughout the season, including live music every Tuesday and Sunday, Chicago Thursdays with a live DJ, Chitoberfest, and other seasonal events and celebrations. Visit our Upcoming Events page for the latest schedule.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse hosts live music every Tuesday and Sunday on the Chicago Riverwalk. Guests can enjoy live entertainment along with Chicago-brewed beer, cocktails, street food, and waterfront views. Check our Live Music page for the latest performers and schedule.

Yes. Vegetarian-friendly selections may include the Southwest quinoa wrap, falafel and hummus bowl, jumbo pretzel, chips and guacamole, elote, salads, and other shareable plates. Guests with allergies or specific dietary requirements should speak with the restaurant before ordering because ingredients and preparation methods can change.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse presents live music, DJs, Riverwalk festivals, seasonal beer events, and occasional food-focused events. Private-event space is available for groups of up to 60 people, with most private-event seating located indoors; large parties are not available Friday evenings or Saturdays. Guests can check the live-event schedule or submit a private-event inquiry.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse has a large outdoor waterfront terrace on the Chicago Riverwalk. Outdoor seating is especially popular during pleasant weather and is available based on current conditions and table availability.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse specializes in beer brewed by Chicago-area breweries. Its rotating selection may include beers from Revolution, Dovetail, Half Acre, Goose Island, Moody Tongue, Old Irving, Spiteful, Cruz Blanca, and other local producers.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse serves a Chicago Italian beef sandwich on an Italian roll with au jus and a choice of sweet or hot peppers. It is cut into three pieces, making it convenient to share alongside other Chicago-inspired dishes.

Yes. The menu features a Maxwell Street split foot-long Chicago-style hot dog and Polish sausage served together on one long bun. The hot dog comes with traditional Chicago toppings, while the Polish sausage is served with grilled onions, mustard, and sport peppers.

Yes. In addition to local beer, Chicago Brewhouse serves frozen cocktails, margaritas, spritzes, lemonade cocktails, wine, cider, hard seltzer, and signature drinks such as the Vintage Chicago Bloody Mary. Non-alcoholic options include lemonade, iced tea, soft drinks, sparkling water, coffee, and non-alcoholic beer.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse currently accepts reservations for parties of up to 10 through OpenTable. Groups of 11 or more should email events@vaughanhospitality.com or call 312-877-5766 to discuss availability and arrangements. Reservation information

Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome in Chicago Brewhouse’s outdoor seating areas. Dogs should remain under their owner’s control and be comfortable around other guests and pets.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse welcomes families and children. Children must remain accompanied and supervised by an adult while visiting the restaurant and Riverwalk seating areas.

Yes. Chicago Brewhouse offers evening entertainment on the Chicago Riverwalk, including live music on Tuesdays and Sundays and Chicago Thursdays featuring a live DJ playing Chicago hits. Guests can enjoy drinks, food, music, and river views in one downtown Chicago location.

Chicago Thursdays are a weekly celebration of Chicago music at Chicago Brewhouse. Every Thursday, a live DJ plays Chicago hits and music from artists connected to the city. Pair the music with Chicago-brewed beer, cocktails, neighborhood-inspired food, and Riverwalk views.

Chicago Brewhouse offers waterfront dining, locally brewed Chicago beer, Chicago-inspired street food, cocktails, live music, DJs, and seasonal events directly on the Chicago Riverwalk. Live music takes place Tuesdays and Sundays, while Chicago Thursdays feature a live DJ playing Chicago hits.

Popular choices include Pilsen street tacos, the Maxwell Street hot dog and Polish sausage, Greektown gyro sliders, Chicago Italian beef, Argyle Avenue beef bánh mì, Chinatown crab wontons, and the Lincoln Square jumbo pretzel with beer cheese. Menu selections and prices may change, so guests should review the current menu before visiting. Chicago Brewhouse menu

The draft list changes regularly to feature seasonal, specialty, and locally brewed beers. Guests can find the latest selection on the current food and drink menu or ask their server about available lagers, wheat beers, pilsners, IPAs, ciders, and other rotating choices.

Chicago Brewhouse offers casual waterfront dining directly on the Chicago Riverwalk. Enjoy Chicago-inspired food, locally brewed beer and refreshing cocktails while taking in views of the river and downtown architecture.

Chicago Brewhouse is a waterfront restaurant and bar celebrating Chicago-brewed beer and food inspired by the city’s diverse neighborhoods. Located directly on the Chicago Riverwalk, it combines local craft beer, Chicago street food, cocktails, live entertainment, and river views in one casual destination. Chicago Brewhouse

Chitoberfest is Chicago Brewhouse’s annual Oktoberfest-inspired celebration on the Chicago Riverwalk. The seasonal event celebrates fall in Chicago with beer, food, live entertainment, and Oktoberfest-inspired festivities. Check our Upcoming Events page for this year’s dates and details.

Every Thursday, Chicago Brewhouse hosts Chicago Thursdays, featuring a live DJ playing Chicago hits and music connected to the city. Guests can enjoy the music alongside local beer, cocktails, Chicago-inspired food, and waterfront views.

Chicago Brewhouse serves street food inspired by Chicago’s neighborhoods and cultural traditions. The menu includes Pilsen tacos, a Maxwell Street hot dog and Polish sausage, Greektown gyro sliders, Chicago Italian beef, Argyle Avenue bánh mì, Chinatown crab wontons, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and shareable plates. Current food and drink menu

Chicago Brewhouse hosts Chitoberfest, an Oktoberfest-inspired celebration directly on the Chicago Riverwalk. Guests can enjoy seasonal festivities, beer, food, live entertainment, and waterfront views in downtown Chicago.

Chicago Brewhouse is a convenient place to grab food and drinks before exploring the Chicago River or boarding a nearby architecture boat tour. Stop in for a full meal, a quick bite or a locally brewed Chicago beer before your cruise.

Chicago Brewhouse offers live music every Tuesday and Sunday directly on the Chicago Riverwalk at 33 E. Riverwalk, near Wacker Drive and Wabash Avenue. Enjoy live music, local Chicago beer, cocktails, food, and river views in the heart of downtown Chicago.

Chicago Brewhouse is located on the Chicago Riverwalk at Wacker and Wabash, near Michigan Avenue and the DuSable Bridge. Guests can enjoy local Chicago beer, cocktails, food, waterfront seating, and live music every Tuesday and Sunday.

Chicago Brewhouse celebrates the city’s music every Thursday with Chicago Thursdays. A live DJ plays Chicago hits and music from artists connected to Chicago at our waterfront location on the Chicago Riverwalk.

Chicago Brewhouse features a rotating selection of beers brewed by local Chicago breweries. It’s a great place for visitors and locals to explore Chicago’s craft-beer scene while enjoying food and drinks along the river.

Chicago Brewhouse brings together several Chicago experiences in one Riverwalk destination. Guests can try Chicago-inspired street food, locally brewed beer, enjoy waterfront views, and catch live music or DJ entertainment throughout the week.

Chicago Brewhouse is located at 33 E. Riverwalk in downtown Chicago, near the corner of Wacker Drive and Wabash Avenue. It sits directly on the Chicago Riverwalk, just west of Michigan Avenue and the DuSable Bridge. Contact and directions

After your boat tour, continue enjoying the river at Chicago Brewhouse. Our waterfront location is ideal for relaxing over Chicago-inspired food, local craft beer and cocktails while watching the boats pass by.