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We didn't order any food so this review is for the beer! I purchased a Groupon for $37, unlimited pours for two people for two hours. I had never been to a self pour beer hall so this was a unique and fun experience. I liked that they had 4 different breweries present. I was slightly disappointed with the selection of beers offered, we saw numerous taps that were out of service. They also had cocktails and THC drinks which I was not expecting at a brewery. The Groupon deal was amazing, they loaded up $200 on the card and said if we needed more to return to the counter. Without the Groupon we would have spent at least $80, the beers were really pricey. After pouring they give the price spent, I was shocked after some of the pours. I'm a sour beer girl, they had two, the berry gose was good, mango sour ehhh. Nothing really stood out beer wise but the Groupon deal made it worth it. I would not come here without it. Board game selection was pretty great! The space was clean and the food we saw smelled good.
District Brew Yards in West Town was such a fun experience when I went on a Saturday evening with friends. The first thing that caught my attention was their self-serve beer setup. After grabbing a card from the cashier, you can fill your own beer at any of the numerous taps they have. It's like pumping gas, but with beer! I loved the freedom of no waiting, and the variety of options was impressive--many of which are brewed in-house. Being a fan of Mexican beers, I really enjoyed the ones they had on tap. For food, it's all about BBQ. You order through a self-service monitor, and my meal was ready in just a few minutes. I went with a half-pound of brisket with Sweet Carolina BBQ sauce, mac and cheese, and coleslaw. The brisket was outstanding--perfectly tender and melt-in-your-mouth good. The mac and cheese was also great, but the coleslaw was just okay for me, not something I'd reorder. My friend got the Cheeto-dusted mac and cheese, which was a really cool twist and super tasty. The space is huge, with plenty of seating, making it ideal for groups whether you're coming for the food or just drinks. Overall, District Brew Yards delivers amazing BBQ, a unique self-serve beer experience, and a fun atmosphere. I'll definitely be back!
It's a fun open ended pour it yourself brewery cafeteria setup. There's a few walls of taps from different breweries with all different kinds of beer. They also have some food options and a bunch of tables too so it's just a great place to hang out. Pro tip: if you've never poured beer before.... angle your glass so that the liquid hits the side not the bottom. Or else you'll get a lot of foam lol ... except if it's a porter/stout in which case hard pour that baby
This was such a good experience! I walked in without expectations... it was amazing. The staff were so nice and patient with explaining the concept. The self-serve beer was great. You could choose the amount of beer you wanted. I loved that you could try a sip and come back for more if you want. While there, I also had Lillie Q's. That's always a winner! The bbq was the perfect balance to all the tasty beer.
This was one of the first places I visited when I first moved to Chicago and just revisited. It is a very fun, laid-back place with creative beers and decent food. It's perfect for big groups or whenever you want to do something more "interactive"
Cool place. Came here when I was in town for the holidays. Pour your own beers and a dedicated kitchen concept. Super kid friendly as we had little ones tagging along, but there are plenty of communal board games to keep them entertained. Overall the experience was great, except for one snarky staffer that proceeded to tell me I was operating the station incorrectly when she herself was not there to show us how to do it when we first arrived and the hostess said "someone will show you how to operate the taps." Look, I get it, nobody wants to work over the holidays, but maybe if you had been at your post, you should not have taken it out on me with your sarcasm. The one interaction with the staffer aside, every other staffer was super nice... including the kitchen staff that politely told me that all the ordering is done through the kiosk (again... fallout from the previously mentioned staffer not being there to tell us how everything worked). We tried the loaded fries (brisket was great!), fried pickles, fried chicken, mac and cheese, and pimento dip. Everything was piping hot and crispy. I've never seen fried pickle (full spears!!). Pickles also came with dipping ranch! We would come back.... so many beers to try from different breweries. Probably a win-win for breweries since they don't have to have a dedicated tap room and can rent space as needed. Win for patrons with a lot more beer variety in one location.
I love these self-pour beer bars. It allows you to sample many different beers in a short time (you're not waiting for a bartender to see you). They also l have a bunch of board games to play while you sit at the picnic tables drinking your chosen beer (and eating food from the attached BBQ restaurant).
Really enjoyable time here. Casual vibe, open seating, seems good for big groups with available board games to play. Large variety of beers, seltzers etc. We absolutely loved the food, most notably the fried pickles. Will definitely recommend this spot to others and looking forward to enjoying the patio area when it warms up!
We have been to District Brew Yards a couple of times now and we absolutely love it every time. Between the four brewery options to choose from and the scrumptious Lillie's Q barbecue, it has everything that you could want for an evening out! The brewery options are Around the Bend, Burnt City, Bold Dog, and Casa Humilde Cervecería Artesanal. With over 40 different taps that you pour from with your pay-at-the-end card, there is something for everyone! I tried a few beers from each brewery and loved them all. However the ginger beer from Burnt City and the Pistachio Cream Ale from Around the Bend were my favorites. My husband loved the juicy IPA from Around the Bend. We got a few four packs at the end to go because they have a market where you can get almost every beer to go. So cool! We also loved the food from Lillie's Q barbecue. I got the brisket taco special and it was divine. Tender, juicy, and drizzled with a cream salsa verde...I'd get it every time if it was added to the menu! My husband got the pulled pork sandwich and loved it. We shared the coleslaw and potato salad and it was the perfect addition to our meals! Another fantastic part of District Brew Yards is all the space to spread out with friends: inside and out on the patio. You can really social distance FOR COVID safety AND have groups together. We held my husbands birthday here pre-COVID and it was the perfect gathering spot: spacious! We loved the outdoor patio with covered cabanas that you can reserve and wood fire pits to stay warm. It is wonderfully dog friendly, too! Staff were friendly. Logistics were easy to figure out with the pay-at-the-end card. Prices are solidly okay...a bit pricey but worth it. And everything is clean, artistically decorated, and inviting. We love District Brew Yards and cannot wait for our next visit! read more
We stopped here as part of a brewery tour. My eldest is really into trying new beers (and brewing). This is a really cool and unique model, with 4 smaller breweries sharing a building and a 'pay by ounce' you-pour experience. They had games available and it was a pretty cool vibe. read more
We were visiting Chicago and found out about this place on Yelp. From the outside it does not look like much, but just wait until you go on the inside. This is a pour-your-own-beer brewpub. There are four stations with 10 taps each, and you are issued a plastic card that keeps track of your pours and the food you order. You pay at the end. It is important to keep track because different beers cost different amounts and before you know it, you may be owing a lot more than you had planned on. You will find Burnt City beer here as well as Around the Bend and Bold Dog. If you are hungry, they serve barbecue brisket, pulled pork and pork belly. You can order by the half pound or get a sandwich. My favorite part was the outside patio. It was huge with plenty of tables. Also, on cold nights, there are several fire pits as well as heaters. read more
Positive: ton of beers on tap Negative: only 4 breweries - which is why it didn't get 5 stars for me I love this concept, but there was a brewery whos style I didn't care for at all so a whole section I didn't care to try. Had a great time and enjoyed the beers I did try! Even went home with a 6 pack! Lot of space and great for large groups. Recommend stopping by! read more
Great time in the west loop hanging out in a big open space with 5 local breweries on self pour taps. Grab some games from the wall while you work your way through a great beer selection and enjoy some solid BBQ while you're at it. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, don't forget some pictures from the a cool little Photo Booth. read more
DBY is a co-op marvel - glorious open space for any size meet up - crowd or intimate - with gleaming wood and metal in rustic but sophisticated style. Outside space is casual and open but super cosy, often featuring live music. Each brewery has its own set of taps - you select and pour the size you want using the card they supply when you check in (they have non alcoholic choices as well). I LOVE getting to take a taste - nothing is more annoying than ordering a new drink and finding you expensively hate it! I can create my own flight! If you're hungry Lillie Q's bbq is epic - super high quality- the best wings I've ever had, unique potato salad, superb brisket on a quality bun, even pickled eggs. The service is always friendly and helpful - beer guides can walk you through the process and help you choose from the selections based on your tastes. Go by yourself or get up a group - you'll enjoy this place over and over! read more
When here for drinks after work. It is a giant venue! A lot of beers to choose from. Can be a little overwhelming to be honest especially because you need to walk around to figure out what's all their. I wouldn't consider this a downside, though it makes it a little fun. The food here is phenomenal. I had the wings and the pickle chips which were to die for. There was a few other things that the table ordered, which also looked amazing. The only downside to this place is that it's pretty expensive per beer. The taps are fast so you get a lot of foam and there were a few occasions where I literally was paying $10 to fill up my cup with foam. I personally didn't complain but I know when one of the other people at my table said some thing the staff person said that they were still beer in the keg and walked away. I just found it rather frustrating because you were paying normal Bar prices if not more for a beer that you're pouring yourself, and it was extremely difficult to pour correctly. read more
4 years ago
I enjoyed this place and love the idea and just documenting my experience especially as they had Twisted Hippo as one of their breweries and love to support them after the fire. The payment system wasn't explained at all. You get a card you need a credit card on file in advance as you walk in the door . (I had no idea it was self pour to be fair. )And the pouring system wasn't perfect.No explanation how to use card as it is self pour. Then ordered food using the QR code in the picture and it was for tomorrow ( Super Bowl ) apparently so had to get refunded which was a pain and they didn't see the issue that I saw a QR code that said order here so I did like I would do in 90% of restaurants today. Anyway worth visiting if you don't have the payment querks! read more
Must go for beer rookies and those who don't know what they like or don't want to commit to a pack that they haven't tried before. They have 4 brewery beers on site and are constantly rotating what they offer. Bbq food for the munchies and pet friendly outside on the patio. There are board games available indoors so you can get a group over to have a good time. You leave a card on file at the entrance and you pay per oz per beer/beer type that you pour. Great for groups and supporting local craft beer. They offer merch and cans to go in in the front read more
1 year ago
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Kristy—so sorry for the foam. When it gets hot, the lines act up.…
4 years ago
This is such a cool concept and a great spot for beer lovers. They have 4 different breweries in one place to try and you pay by the ounce. We loved the bears we tried as well as all the board games that were readily available. Beware that beer prices are a bit high. read more
I was unfortunately super disappointed with this place, a bunch of the taps weren't working and the price for beer was super high ($12/pint). Half the taps that were working poured a very generous amount of foam, which at .75/ounce I don't exactly want a cup of foam. I think the concept is fun and it seems like this place would be great for groups but until some improvements are made I unfortunately wouldn't recommend this place to friends. read more
5 years ago
So the ambiance here is UNbeatable. Truly I am not the one to most enjoy this place as 1. Not a huge beer drinker 2. Not the biggest meat eater but boy did I enjoy my time here. The string lights were pretty and the complete shelf of games really made this location an ultimate hang out and chill drink destination. As I said before, not the hugest beer drinker but there were so many options from IPA to lager to fruity to more oaty brews that I still ended up finding something I could enjoy. The food was decent and I can't wait to try more. The Nashville spicy dry rub on the chicken wings weren't all that great since I felt the rub made the texture too powdery, but also my bf is a die hard fan of them so maybe that's just an unpopular opinion. Next time I'll try the Buffalo wings are something that is more sauc-y and less rub-y. The brisket fries were delicious with yummy chunks of brisket tossed in with fresh salsa, cheese, etc mixed to perfection. The Cole slaw was confusing as I kept going back for more (ended up finishing the entire portion) but conflicted on how I felt about it. It was very herb-y and had none of the usual characteristic sweet mayo sauce one anticipates. It was pretty Mayo-less as compared and was bland in comparison to the heavy brisket fries and wings. With that said... I finished it. Possibly since it was the only refreshing, light thing I had gotten when I visited. read more
3 years ago
Wow wow wow!!! Amazing! I'm seriously already plotting our next visit and we just went yesterday. A pay by the ounce place that serves beer from 4 local breweries, so you can try tons of stuff if you just want little bits and bobs of beer here and there. Amazingly delicious beers (super strong Pilsner on tap right now, I forget which brewery it was from)! Tons of outdoor patio seating available in a seat yourself kind of way, which matches their serve yourself beer vibe. When you arrive, grab a seat, get yourself a beer card, and then get cracking! They have some very delicious food to go with those beers. Their Nashville hot smoked chicken wings are unbelievably good. Some of the best wings I've ever had. Buffalo chicken wings were chicken tendery. I'm just more of a wings gal myself. And their brisket fries are not to be missed!! I'm really not even a brisket fan usually but those are something you'll think about for days and days after eating them. Since you serve everything yourself there's no tipping, and prices turned out to be much more reasonable than I was expecting for a pay by the ounce place. There was a mural being spray painted while we were there, and it provided a fun artsy atmosphere. Our kids were welcomed and people never got annoyed with them, even when our toddler needed to stretch her legs and run around picking up chairs and smashing street cones. Kids are nuts. I did ask an employee there if there were high chairs, and he told me he'd let me know if there aren't, and I never saw him again. So I guess they have them in some mysterious location. Anyway, we'll be back!! Super fun :-) read more
7 years ago
Really cool place. I like the pour self concept and it's pretty big. I felt like it it was pretty empty for a Thursday evening. I appreciate all the beer options and it seems like a new brewer is coming soon! There is also food. My sister had the elote and we shared a pretzel with the beer cheese dip. Yummy!!i definitely want to return soon and bring more friends. read more
3 years ago
A really cool spot to visit! The host at the front was very friendly and walked us through how it all worked. We were given our beer cards to freely pour from the taps available. I really liked how big the venue was and how they had selections from 4-5 local breweries. We also ordered the brisket and pimento cheese with crackers from Lillie's bbq. The saltines were VERY seasoned and VERY salty but a dunk in the cheese balanced it out. I would definitely come back here. The vibe was great, music was good, they have a nice selection of board games and an outdoor area. I really also like that you pour your own beer and can put in food orders from their computers, so it's minimal contact and you don't have to wait around for service. read more
I'm a big fan of District Brew Yards! In the world of Pour Your Own spots, District is a unique concept in that it only focuses on a few specific breweries. As it stands, they will always have 1 wall of Around the Bend beers, 1 wall of Burnt City Brewing and 1 wall of Bold Dog Beer Co. Each wall has 10 unique and fun beers from the brewery on tap. We went grand opening weekend and a few had cashed out. My hope is they have backups upon backups in the future so when something taps out, another is right on deck to take its place. The fourth wall of ten didn't yet have anything in it but they plan to have some cool experimental drinks there. And ya girl is excited to try them! On top of that, they brew all the beers in house. So it truly is a pour your own BREWERY! YAS! LOVE! Finally, they also sell beer to go which is always great as a night cap or if you find something you truly love. And did I mention they have games? And serve BBQ? What food goes better with beer!? NONE I say, none! Fantastic staff! Everyone there is super nice, stationed throughout to help you with pouring if need be and the busser was very friendly, as well. District Brew Yards is within walking distance of my place, plus within walking distance of a few other breweries so it's perfectly perfect for me! I'm looking forward to going back often and joining their frequent visitor club. You get $5 for every $100 you spend, I'll take it! read more
Super cool, unique concept. Self pouring beer hall with 40 different brews to try. Great for large groups or a lazy Saturday outing. Everything is priced per oz, so you can build your own tasting flight or enjoy your favorite. We really enjoyed their selection of board games during our stay as well! Will enjoy coming back to try new brews in the future. read more
5 years ago
One of my new local favorites! They have four different stations with beer from four different local breweries which is great so you can try a wide variety of local beers. I'm a big fan of their technologically advanced payment system, where you insert a card into a card slot to pay for your beers by the ounce. You also use this card to order food from the grill which is also very easy and convenient. The beer itself is pretty solid, and they have a wide variety of options (IPAs, lagers, etc) to satisfy most people. The food is also really good! I got their Nashville hot smoked chicken wings which were very juicy and mostly important, very spicy which I appreciate as a spice lover. Their brisket fries were also pretty solid and quite a hefty portion size as well. Atmosphere is one of the best parts of this place. It's a very open space where you walk around and self-serve, self-seat yourself. Definitely a great kind of vibe for a lively brewery. Will def be coming back soon. read more
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6 years ago
This place has been on my to-try list pre-Covid and I'm glad that it's doing well. District Brew Yards is a brewpub located in the West Town/West Loop neighborhood of Chicago. But it's not just any brewpub. Here you pour your own drinks and pay by the pour. It's a bit different from the typical bar but allows one to sample many things at once to let them figure out what they like. The staff here were super friendly and following all Covid precautions. They even scolded me a couple of times when I forgot a few rules. Much appreciated & I'm glad that they're keeping everyone up to health standards. They are also willing to take time out to show people how to use the pours or share their thoughts on different beers. The selection itself was abundant. There were about 4 stations with their own sets of beers. Each brewery has its own twists that make its beer different from the others. Every beer served is unique from the next. And the outdoor seating is a great option that's dog-friendly. Though I opted to stay inside, I saw that some people chose to sit outside and heat lamps are offered for those chillier days. Food served inside is a Southern BBQ that actually pairs well with the beers. Prices on the food was a bit fair at $$. I got myself a tri-tip sandwich with smoky bbq sauce which I was impressed by. Speaking of prices, beers here can be a bit on the pricier side when compared to local bars. I estimate that most of my beers ended up being ~$9 per plastic cup. Though reasonable since this place tends to specialize in craft beers and the self-service-pour is a cool thing to have. Be careful though as prices can easily stack up without one knowing. Overall a great experience that I will enjoy sharing with friends in my future visits. 5/5. Will be back many times. read more
You're getting three for one! We came here for a friend's birthday and will definitely be back. In addition to three different breweries and each of their 6 or 7 beer offerings, there's a lot of snack/food options available. The best part about this place is that you get a card and pay by the ounce. For someone that is picky with beer, this was a dream! Lots of seating for groups, too! It's all community seating. read more
6 years ago
This place was awesome and I felt super safe. Even got scolded (not really) by the employee monitoring the brew taps because I didn't follow directions properly and follow the Covid precautions. I'm glad they are being so safe! Same employee also showed me how to properly pour from the tap and ran out to give me my brew card I had left behind. All of the employees are kind and welcoming! I tried several different beers, my favorite being a Pistachio Cream Ale and a sort of Peach Ginger ale. There's so many options! There was live music and we brought our dog. Heat lamp, good vibes, great bbq food. We were here for FIVE hours. Thank you for a great night! read more
7 years ago
Very cool and unique concept as three breweries under one roof, with room for guest drafts eventually. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the brews. Self-pour drinks and a wide, open seating area made even the crowded opening night very comfortable to move around and find seating in. They have board games and serve bbq which we didn't get to try but looked amazing, with unique sides like pickled vegetables. Many of the beers are available in 4-6 packs at the front fridge which spans an entire wall. Because it's self pour(and how ideally all breweries would be) this pub is truly 21+ and NOT "kid-friendly" so leave the tykes at home! read more
This brewery is super cute! It features 4 different areas or vendors to choose beers from. You receive a card connected to your tab and you place the card by a screen and can select/tap your own beer - which is a unique and fun experience I haven't done before at a brewery. There was lots of seating available and good variety of beers, with unique flavors. A personal favorite was a pistachio cream beer! I think it was called Vera something. Also tried the flaming hot Cheetos Mac n cheese which was really tasty! Cute place to go in the city for drinks and wish we hadn't already eaten so we could've tried more food there. We saw a lot of yummy looking food being picked up. read more
6 years ago
Great outdoor space. Food was absolutely delicious. Will definitely have the brisket again! read more
4 years ago
Really neat place with a ton of bear choices and even some seltzer. They give you a card and you are able to pour your own beer while seeing the cost increase as you pour. You order your food using a machine and a credit card. Even though this place is self serve there are plenty of helpful people around if you have questions. They have indoor seating and a lovely large outdoor patio area. You must be 21 plus to enter, but I did see some adults with yound children. The food was alright it's what you would expect from a bar. read more
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417 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Near West Side, West Loop, West Town
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(773) 295-1270
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Any gluten-free options?
We do have seltzers/sodas which are technically made without gluten. However, they are made on the same equipment with beer so we cannot say they are 100% gluten free especially if you have an allergy.…
Besides the awesome selection of beer, Is there any non-beer or non-alcoholic options? Asking for designated drivers and non beer drinkers in our group. Thank you
We do have seltzers and hard soda. We have soft drinks for sale at Lillie’s Q. We also have non…
Is the patio stroller/kid friendly?
Yes the patio is stroller friendly. However, please remember that we are 21 and over so we can't have kids in the beer hall except for using the bathroom. The patio is fine for kids.
Is the patio open in the winter (ie now)? Is it heated?
We can open it up any time but it is not “heated”. We can utilize a solo stove for you though. Please let us know when you are planning to come by. Thanks!
How is pricing??? We have a "beer wall" by us where you pour your own but the prices are definitely $$$$ more than just going to your usual brewery.
We charge by the ounce for all beer—we have 35-40 beers on tap ranging from .50 per oz to over $1.00/oz for special beers meant to be consumed in smaller portions. If you like sampling, it is actually very cost effective versus other places.…
How crowded does the outdoor space get on a Saturday? Covid safety wise!
Our tables are spaced 6 feet apart and limited to groups of 10 (inside tables max out at 6). We do not have tents and all tables are open to the elements. Guests must wear masks when not at a table.
Do you need reservations?
Reservations not required (and we don’t take them). Please come on by!
What's your plan for customers when it rains ect...?
We have a tent outside that seats about 20. Also, we do seat guests inside by our windows which we keep open.
Can you bring outside food?
No outside food allowed. Lillie’s Q operates the food service at District Brew Yards.
Are there TVs for watching football, sports, etc?
We do not have any televisions but we have great WIFI to watch anything on a personal device
Are you kid friendly?
We are a pour your own brewery. As such we only allow guests who are 21 and over. While we will not ask parents with kids “in tow” to leave, it is not an ideal place for kids. We can not allow entry to young children for liability reasons. Cheers
Are they dog friendly?
I’m sorry but we serve food so dogs are not allowed inside by city code. We hope to have a patio (if the city will agree) where dogs can go. Cheers
Do they have happy hour? If so what are the deals?
We do not currently have happy hours scheduled
Hi! Do they serve any other type of liquor here? It seems like a nice spot for my husband's birthday but a handful of our people don't drink beer. Any chance for some whiskey?
I think they only have beer!
