Visiting friends and we decided to go out brewery hopping in the Aurora & Batavia areas. So glad…read morethat brought us to Sturdy Shelter Brewing. There was a good size crowd there which added to the experience because everyone was enjoying their delicious beers and it was great meeting people. It felt like a community gathering place. It's a big place so it can handle a lot of people without it feeling overly crowded. There was live music on the upstairs level that everyone was enjoying. The beers were fantastic. It's a challenge to decide what beer you want because there is a lot of delicious options. I went with the ESB because it's a great style of beer you can't often find. Others in our group recommend their Hazy IPA. Easily a 5 star rating. Make sure to visit this amazing brewery in Batavia. Russ & Jan Livonia, MI

Checked out this newer brewery in Batavia. It has a lot of room inside, but even that isn't enough…read morefor the large groups, and parties. Sturdy Shelter has a pretty good variety. A good amount of choices, whether it's light or a strong one that will kick ass. They also have a food menu, with basics such as pretzels and snacks. For the most part it's good. It's located in an old building downtown that has a couple levels. The upstairs is often used for private events like parties. If it's not available then it's hard to get a seat anywhere. The seats at the bar fill up, and there's only a few tables. It's about $7 a pint. There's a few of the more stronger ones that cost more though. Best one we had the last time was the 3 Amigos Imperial Stout. Full bodied and thick as a brick too. There's notes of ancho chilis, cacao nibs, cinnamon, and vanilla. Also got something to eat. It's $8 for the Bavarian Pretzel. Helps to absorb the alcohol. They also have chips and salsa among the food options. Got to add it to the list of breweries that seem to be everywhere in this city. It's located on Shumway Avenue in a historic old building full of history. This is a popular place to have private events or whatever.

Came here last weekend (holiday weekend) when we were looking for something to do that was chill…read more We hadn't played billiards in a long while and were happy to find out they had a table. I believe each game was a dollar, which was a huge plus. We ordered a few drinks and basket of fries too. Fries were GF! They also have electronic darts in the same area. Darts were fun too, only down side is one dart machine is very close to the billiard table. Everyone that was in the game area was super friendly and ultimately everyone was able to play their games in peace. Only recommendation I have is to move the foosball table out or move all the dart machines to one side (if possible). We'll def be back just from the overall vibe alone.

Solid local pub. Food was good. Service was friendly and efficient. More of a local watering hole…read more/ bar than a taproom.

Went looking for small brewery to try beer, found great tasting beer, personalized service and a…read moregreat tasting Smashburger. Local crowd obviously knows where to go...Highly recommend the Porter.

We were looking for a last minute place to watch the game and eat killer food among a nice crowd. A…read morerather lofty ambition in the last hour. The simple scratch kitchen food was outstanding. It blew us away. The crowd was friendly and for everyone. If you wanted a chill night w your wife or homie, that privacy was easily offered. If you wanted to get into the friendly banter you were greeted and welcomed with pleasure

What a hidden gem in the heart of charming Villa Park! Cozy seating area but plenty of tv's, clean,…read moreand spread out. We had the sweetest waiter (Nick). He was extremely kind, courteous, and attentive while keeping up with the busy tables. Really makes a difference! And the FOOD! Omg amazing. Super fresh, tasty, and homemade with very generous portions If you aren't into beer, fear not because the cocktails are SO GOOD! I had the margarita and it was delicious and strong! The prices are not bad at all considering how delicious everything was. Come here instead of going out to the overhyped and over priced commercialized restaurants in Oak Brook.. You definitely get more bang for your buck at this place. Can't wait to go back!

I returned here for a catchup session, and unbelievably to me, it's been over 3 years since I was…read morelast here.  More Brewing is still a most excellent pub with excellent beer and food offerings. On this coldish Wednesday winter evening, it wasn't as busy and boisterous as our previous visits, and that was just fine for our usual catchup party of 3.  Sam was our fine and attentive server and she adequately took care of the whole dining room on this night. Arriving at 5:30pm, we took advantage of Happy Hour and had 6 beers by 6pm for $5 each.  We also had a cheese curds appetizer for $10 (discounted from regular $12). I had my usual 3 beers for our catchup session, namely: - Moreover hazy IPA, 6.5% ABV - Mango Double Marbles Imperial IPA, 8.0% ABV - Appetizer hazy IPA, 5.5% ABV For food, I had their chicken tikka masala platter for $22.  My colleagues had a high steak sandwich with salad ($20), and an Italian Beef with fries ($18).  All were delicious.  There is now a 3% credit card fee.  Overall, still one of the best Chicagoland brewpubs around.

Great new location of a local brewery. It's mostly the same as far as the beer selection. Black…read moreLung opened a second location in Fox Lake, so you can pull up here in a boat, car, or whatever. Has quite a few beers on tap as well as meads. The prices are pretty okay on most things. Came in here recently and we got a few beers. It's about $8 a pint. There's stronger ones that are more expensive but still not that much though. Best one I tried was the Jam Session: Strawberry-Peach Crumble. This is a sour, a Berliner Weisse. Had a pretty good sweetness to it. The other one that was a favorite was the Galaxy 503, an IPA that's not too hoppy and has a sweet taste. Also they have mead and smoothies if you want something besides beer. The beer is good but there's a lot more. Has a pretty cool atmosphere. It only has beer and mead so there's no food menu. There sometimes will be food trucks on weekends.

Outstanding staff!! Lovely location. Good music and vibe. Solid alcohol offerings. Hung out, had a…read moredrink and sampled a couple options. Bartender is a poster child for excellent customer service. Sadly we did not get her name. Additionally she's excited about the brewery, its offerings and many its possibilities.

Awesome find! A friend gave us a gift card and I'm so glad we got the chance to use it today. First…read moreoff, I'm lactose intolerant, so having a fully vegan menu is heaven to me! I had all the options! We ordered the Death Grip IPA and Briéekraut Oktoberfest, which we both loved. We started our meal with an order of nachos to start, and they were covered in a delicious nacho "cheese" and a a chili. My meal was the loaded Mac n Cheezy Bowl - which was so incredible (especially when you don't need to worry about the amount of dairy in it!!). My husband got the Grilled Cheeze Steak Tacos and really enjoyed them! The taco is made with a mini quesadilla as the shell with a delicious filling. Our server was extremely friendly, welcoming, and ensured a great experience. The restaurant definitely feels like a classic brewery with fun decorations and exposed brewing equipment, which is always awesome to see. Added plus is they have free Tesla charging for customers! (Possibly other electric car charging, but I didn't check) We will definitely be back!

My bf really wanted to come here since he used to live in the area. I will say, I was very…read moreskeptical because I am certified carnivore. Granted, we only had fries, mushrooms and Brussels sprouts to share but they were good! I would suggest maybe more even spreading of garlic on the fries but I enjoyed myself. The beers were great but I'm definitely the most fond of the gose(s). I do wish you could do a flight that wasn't all 10 beers, but it's great for splitting. Easy parking and service was friendly.

What a lifesaver this place was! We were looking for a place to sit down and have a meal on a…read moreSaturday night after driving into town. We were greeted at the door by the bartender and told we could sit anywhere besides the booths. We found a table in the bar area and were greeted by Santiago, our fantastic waiter. He was so attentive but gave us space to enjoy our meal. We tried both their seasonal Kolsch and Pilsner and they were so drinkable and went down smooth with our meal. We got the Reuben egg rolls to start and my husband, who is a huge fan of Reuben's said this may be his favorite rendition! He ordered the proclaimed "best burger in Chicago" and agreed it was absolutely delicious. He liked that the bacon was ground into the beef patty for an evenly distributed smoky flavor. I had the falafel wrap which was so good with crisp, cold salad with tzatziki and warm falafel all rolled into a wrap for a delicious, handheld meal. Inside, you can see their beer vats as part of the decor as well as many pieces of artwork featuring their fuzzy Giant. It's a fun atmosphere and I would recommend it! Also, it is conveniently located in the same building as the AMC so you can grab a bite or beer before or after a movie!

A brewery off the main drag in Downtown Chicago...we had to check it out!!…read more Located on the second level with the AMC theater, this brewery and restaurant is a tucked away oasis! Plenty of tables and bar seating, this casual spot was perfect for a break from the hustle. We were really drawn to the artwork and whimsy of it all! Our server was a bit short and non-present but it didn't ruin the experience. They have a good variety of seasonal and all the time brews! We had their Black Lager and IPA, both of which were refreshing! Nothing crazy to write home about, but good sippers! Worth a stop for sure!

First time to this location, but I have been to their 2 other locations. Service was friendly…read morebehind the bar. As I came in the winter, the rooftop patio was not yet open. They brew their beer at the main Huntley location. This location was smaller, but still had excellent vibes. I enjoyed both of the small pour beers that I tried. Inside was clean. Staff very friendly.

It been awhile since I reviewed MORE. The food menu is still kinda small but it also still very…read moregood. The service is very good but slow. We waited a long time to get our appetizer, but it was worth it. Since the Italian beef egg rolls were new since we had been there last we tried them. We have had them a few different places and these were the best, not greasy at all, large pieces of meat, and great flavor. A great start! I wanted to try something I don't think I had had before so I got the Nashville Hot Chicken and my wife got one of her favorites the MBC wrap. The Nashville Hot chicken may have been the best version outside of Memphis I have had. Good heat not crazy, I'm sure a bit mild for some. Great crunch, and very impressive looking with good slaw. I love slaw in sandwiches... very underrated. The thick briny pickles also really compliment the sandwich. I'm not one usually for wraps but the MBC wrap is again impressive and huge. Lots of chicken. cheese, bacon and avocado. Heat food, and great beer. I love their sours.

Ambiance - casual, great for small to large group hangouts…read more Service - good, kitchen made the wrong entree and added an additional 10-15 min before I got my food Food - steak was definitely on the chewier side even when I got medium rare

We drove here on the recommendation of a co-worker. We had maybe tried the beer after she bought us…read moresome, and with a day off, getting out of the city seemed a good idea. We came in around 2pm on a Friday. It was quiet but we were fine with that. We sat at the bar with college basketball playing. The bartender and waitress were helpful and friendly in helping us pick out what we wanted to sample. We got both limited edition and regular to sample, as well as the chicken quesadilla. They were also ok with giving us samples of beers to see if we would want them for tasting. The beers were fine, and we bought a 4 pack to go. The quesadilla was ok. The Bison Chili was awesome! They had outdoor seating, covered with heaters but it seemed too cold for that. The view from there was nice I admit. I like how the 'hangar' theme meant pictures of airplanes and pilots, including Amelia Earhart! I like winter beers, but I'd like to go back in the spring or summer to see what's available. The restroom was clean and approachable.