Great beer selection and food. I had a 312 and Electron - both were good, but the classic goose island 312 was the better of the two. I also had an appetizer of pork rinds. Freshly fried to order and still crackling when served. They were amazing! Service was good. Bartenders were not friendly but service itself was good. read more

Great beer, very average food. Avoid the nachos, they were awful. Soggy chips and fake cheese. The fish and chips was decent but it came out cold. They had a chopped salad which had way too much dressing and stale croutons. I definitely wouldn't rush back to eat here. But if you are lazy and want something close to the salt shed for dinner, this is convenient. Otherwise they desperately need a new chef. read more

We finally made it here! We miss the old location but really like the layout and river proximity of this new spot at Salt Shed. We attended their Maifest event with two beers available in take home steins and hot poker for a fun German twist in your beer. The food we had was all really good and came out well even with a slammed kitchen and full house. This is a great option pre-concert or even if you're just in the mood for sunshine and some new to you beers. Parking is free if you're willing to walk a little bit to the side streets (who knows about concert days though!). I really enjoyed our time here and am looking forward to another visit this summer. read more

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SLANTED OPINIONS? We love Goose Island beer at home, but we had a lousy time at the Salt Shed Pub. Prior to an Alter Bridge + Filter concert on 5/6/26, my wife and I came here for a quick dinner and drinks.  While we waited for a table to open up, I admired their (quite literally) rotating beer menu displayed on a European train station-style message board.  Eventually they sat us in the adjacent covered pavilion. The moment we stepped onto the patio, something felt off, like the whole area was sloping away from the building.  I assumed my brain was on the fritz, until I set my beer down on the table and watched that 16oz glass slide effortlessly from right to left.  Whaaaaaa??? Most pints were $7-8 which isn't bad for Chicago; since it's coming straight from the source, Goose Island is wise not to overcharge.  Kick Back (American lager), Keller Pils (pilsner), and Birds of a Feather (hefeweizen) were all solid brews we would get again. The 312 nachos ($19) were mid: plain tortilla chips w/shredded chicken, beer cheese sauce, black beans, sour cream, pickled onions, jalapenos and cilantro.  The cilantro was mostly stems, the chicken got cold within minutes, and the pickled onions looked like something I fished out of our shower drain. The cheese curds ($12), on the other hand, were delicious.  They were lightly breaded and came with an amazing dill ranch, virtually perfect. Two thumbs down for the atmosphere in the side pavilion.  Besides the fact that it felt pitched at least 3° to starboard, there were no space heaters to regulate temperature so it was damn chilly inside, even in early May.  Service was equally cold, with huge gaps between placing orders, waiting for the check, etc.  They pretty much seated us then promptly forgot we existed. * TL;DR * Gimme a couple cans of Green Line and call it a day. The Goose Island brand is always welcome in our house, but the underwhelming nachos, slow service, and oddly tilted floor at the Salt Shed Pub made for a generally unpleasant experience. (( before you say "well maybe the table was off-balance", that was also my first thought.  But that wouldn't explain why my inner ear went bonkers just WALKING to our table.  The ground wasn't level, sinking into the river or whatever, who the fuck knows )) I'd venture a guess that this place is much more fun during the summer, and if we'd have been sat in the main area instead of auxiliary seating, it'd probably be a 3.5* review instead of 2.5*.  Rounding down because eating & drinking while on a noticeable slant was really bizarre. read more

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Broken record plays again: I only bangs with breweries that have real food. Just another thing that makes Goose Island a fave. You couldn't pry 312 outta my hands when it hit the east coast 10 years ago so it was great to have the real deal onsite. Except I didn't even get 312 lmao. The extensive draft list had me at a beermosa and my other Goose favorite - hazy bear IPA. Our group of 4 + bebe was the second group in the door at 12pm so we had our pick of places to sit. We caught a view of the river, the Hancock, and the beer tanks (I'm sure there's a better word but I'm old and can't remember). We ordered: -Chicago mild wings -broccoli Caesar (heads up this is grilled/crispy broccoli served cold in Caesar dressing) -smash burger -turkey sando -grilled cheese and soup -cheese curds -fish n chips -kids smash We ate and ate. All good - no notes. Awesome service as well. Beware - "nightmare chairs" that I know some with bigger bodies don't love. However, we have these same chairs in my kitchen and they're fine by me. YMMV. read more

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Atmosphere and Drink were top notch. Service was terrible. Despite being very empty and only 8 pm. My friend and I were not acknowledged after being seated and waiting 25 minutes. We decided to skip any appetizers and wait at the bar to just order 2 beers. 4 different workers were behind the bar and maybe 2 patrons sitting directly at the bar. It took 5 minutes before the bartender even looked at us and took our order. Everything else was great at the bar and a simple acknowledgment of I'll be with you in a minute would have alleviated the issue. read more

Great pre-game if you have a concert at Salt Shed. Their menu has a little something for everyone and my go to is the smash burger paired with one of their hazy IPAs. The staff is super friendly and I would recommend making a reservation for inside or patio dining. The bar area is first come first serve. read more

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Great smash burgers. My Husband and I went to this place a number of times at their old location. Even though it was kind of cavernous, it always felt welcoming, loved all the wood, and it was fun looking at the brewery. Personally, I don't drink beer, but my husband does. He's a big fan of the green line. Looking forward to nicer weather and sitting outside and enjoying a Smashburger. read more

Came here on a 3-day trip to Chicago, time was limited but made sure this was one of my stops. Brewery has a chill atmosphere with friendly service. One of the many things I enjoy about visiting breweries, people are always nice and welcoming. I'm a SoCal boy and enjoy my Westcoast IPAs. Tried a few but the winner was "The Seer". Made with Mosaic hops (and other hops), that was the indicator to me that it was going to be a winner. It was so hard leaving this place because I enjoyed this beer so much. Also, tried their cheese curds and fries, so good! Didn't try their smash burger but heard nothing but great things about it from local folks. My time was limited but I'll definitely be back when I come back to Chicago. Stay tuned for my next trip back! Cheers! read more

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The beer selection is great and the food is SO incredible! The goose island pub at salt shed really feels like a hidden gem. I was able to walk in with my partner on a weekend late afternoon without reservations and we were seated immediately. There are plenty of tables inside and when it's warm there are lots of patio seating by the river. On outdoor concert nights you can hear the concert being played out there too! (Sometimes the concert is indoor and you won't be able to hear it then). The pub chips are the best chips I've ever had. They're freshly fried with a heavy hand of BBQ seasoning and a creamy caramelized leek dip. So addictive. The general tso's wings are also really tasty and the wings are a decent size. It's just a step below San Tung wings (if anyone's had that from San Francisco). The salads are phenomenal, they seem to rotate it every so often. The warm brussel sprout Caesar was so good and the portion size is very generous. It's got a good crunch with the croutons and fried sprouts and creaminess from the Caesar dressing. Perfectly balanced and delicious. The servers are great, they do a good job if checking if you need any refills but they don't hover too much. I also recommend the cheese curds and pretzel. read more

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What a sweet place to have right next to the Salt Shed for a post concert snack! The brewery has $5 burgers after concerts which hit the spot. Service was super fast even after a concert, we were able to get a seat right away. read more

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We had dessert and coffee at goose Island before show at the salt shed. The service was fine and the staff was very helpful. I dessert was delicious and plentiful and the coffee was excellent. This is a lovely restaurant that is definitely a good way to stay out of the cold while waiting for the doors to open at the salt shed. read more

We came by here to try some beers and food. Nice spot here and weather was perfect. The beers were great and the smash burgers was delicious. A great view of the river as well. Service here was phenomenal. Will definitely come back here again read more

Came here before a show at salt shed, loved the convenience. No wait for a table 2 hours before the show started which was nice. Food was really good, and they have a nice selection of beers, plus a few seltzers and ciders. My favorite thing was the broccoli caesar salad, it was so flavorful! Our waitress was quick and attentive, and it felt like they had plenty of people working which is necessary when people are potentially on a time crunch with a concert. My biggest gripe was the benches at the tables inside. They are soooo uncomfortable. Especially for those of us in shorts / skirts, we were literally in pain and borrowing jackets to sit on. Please consider cushions or something to sit on instead of the slats! read more

First off, shout out to the hostess, I didn't catch your name but thank you for holding my reservation even though I was 45 minutes late!!! Next, this place was packed and I still never waited for a beer. Amazing service here. I read the reviews and when I saw how busy it was I was worried. I can say without question don't worry about how busy it is the servers here are on point. The food was awesome as well, and the beer was great loved it!!! Can't wait to come back. read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the Salt Shed location. It was busy but was still able to find bar seating. The drinks were really good and the staff were nice. Prices are also very reasonable for the small and the larger pours. There was a show going on so there was a security check to go in, but went by super quick. I didn't try the food, but would consider it at some future time! read more

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Update from my last visit. Stopped in before Alabama Shakes concert for a bite. The service was a lot better, but the food was a complete miss. The ribs were tough and the charcuterie board was bland w ritz crackers.... I don't drink, but I had a NA michelada and my gf and her sister had beers. Would love to see an improvement to the food, menu as nothing really looked too exciting. No wow factor, no one to tell you about the product and what's brewing, no talk about goose... My gf and I certainly agreed that some good food would have made an already good night even better. read more

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This Goose Island location is INCREDIBLE and feels like a hidden gem. It has a great interior space (the music they play is a great relaxing vibe and also the speakers are great). The outdoor patio is gorgeous and sits right on the river. It has string lights at night, and a few large couches surrounding two fire pits. It's a very romantic vibe at night! Also, service has always been wonderful! FOOD: SO GOOD. I am not exaggerating when I say the soft pretzels are the best pretzels I have had in my entire life. I came back a second time for their pretzels to confirm this was true! You get two soft pretzels that are so fresh! The dough is soft, warm, coated in just the right amount of butter and large salt grains. The honey mustard is lightly sweet with a nice tang. The beer cheese is mild and pairs so well with the flavor of the pretzel. This is a must try!! Other foods I tried and loved: - Pub Chips - Wings (General Tso's Flavor) - Spicy Crunch Salad Each of these tasted so unique and flavorful. The Spicy crunch salad is a sleeper hit for sure. Its coconut flavor and different textures make it a satisfying sweet and crunchy salad that is very filling (it's large!! Very shareable!!) and refreshing and reminds me of some Asian and Latin flavors all in one. Beers are always good, and I love that there's a rotating beer list as well as classics. I had a coffee kolsch (can't remember the name) but it smelled so good and fragrant like smelling a bag of coffee beans but also was very refreshing with just enough coffee flavor. I also love that you can order small pours so you can try lots of beers! I've been here 3 times this summer already and will be back again soon! read more

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I had the beets. Yum! Cool vibe and a great place before a concert at The Salt Shed. Lots of beer choices too! read more

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Got a chance to stop by on a nice, warm spring afternoon during lunch. I came the week after they opened and we were in luck as we got there when they opened and were the first in line. This is located right by the very popular Salt Shed outdoor concert venue. I was told you can hear the show if dining while a concert is happening in which I imagine the place is packed at that point. Once inside, we were greeted by the very cool Deanna. She was awesome and very good about telling us whats what on the menu. I had seen so many posts about the Smash Burger so I had to get it! It of course comes with fries and its a very good burger! The BCS Milkshake was good as well...a little boozy and worth the purchase. We got some good beer...I took down the Pass The Mic and Kaleidoscope Cuvee. The nice view of the city makes this for a perfect lunch stop as well as a nighttime dinner spot for music and views! They have items like shirts, mugs and other Goose Island merch to purchase. I recommend coming as you get great food, beer, service, views and live music. What more can you want?! read more

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Literally can't say enough good things about this new location. I loved the Clybourn location, but the Salt Shed location is really great! Every member of their staff I've encountered here is warm and welcoming! The whole restaurant set up is super comfortable - there's not a bad spot to sit in the whole place, especially on a beautiful day by the river. I love the menu board too. The food here is fantastic, everything I've tried so far has been delicious. Pork rinds, cheese curds, pretzel, wings, pork sandwich, smash burger, pop tart, and peanut butter cookie ice cream sandwich. I would order (and have) each one of these items again and again. The burger is in my top 5! They also have their go to beers here and some new favs. And for my NA friends, they have 2 (IMO, 2 of the best) Go Brewing NA beers here too! Their tropical IPA is my go to NA beer. Also, lowkey a great place to work from on a slow afternoon. read more

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A little out of the way but really excited to try out the goose island taproom. I arrived early in the day and it was quiet and empty. Gave me a chance to speak with the bartender about all the offerings. So many unique and select pours only offered at the taproom. The barrel aged options were particularly delicious. There were food options that looked great for brunch but I didn't try any of them. Great seating outside on the water if weather permits. Great place to pick up good island apparel. Staff was friendly and very welcoming. read more

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Miranda and the gang are lovely Awesome beer and smash burgers!!! Service is great and the river view fantastic!! read more

Let me start by saying I love this place. The drinks and location are fantastic. If you want a good vibe with amazing drinks this is the place. Ok so that the nice stuff. The service at the bar simply sucks. Not sure if it was Sunday afternoon gloom but these bar staff just don't want to be here, and serving was definitely not on their agenda. Goose island please get staff that want to serve your great beer and food! read more

Really nice river views and the staff was helpful too! I got the spicy margarita inspired beer (delicious) and cheese curds (very well seasoned and had a cheese pull). Great spot! read more

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Beautiful place to grab a drink with friends and enjoy the view right by the water! They have a spacious indoor and outdoor area and an amazing selection of beers. read more

Goose Island Salt Shed Pub - Brewpubs Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was quite good - better than the old brewpub candidly. The menu feels small but it's like they got rid of the bad/tired menu options and then refreshed the better menu options. We started with the pub chips which were good - came with a cool seasoning on it but then also a delicious caramelized onion dip. Seems pricey for $7 for some chips and some dip but it was good. The pretzels looked great too and now I feel I'll have to get them again next time. I then got the korean fried chicken sandwich which was also great - tons of delicious gochujang sauce and an amazing korean slaw and obviously better without the pickles, no pickles, never. The beer is what you know it will be - it's Goose Island beer which means it'll be consistently good. I don't think they push the envelope or as good as their craft beers used to be, but i had a bunch of small pours and enjoyed them all, nothing was bad. read more

We stopped in after a concert at Salt Shed on a Saturday evening for some food and drinks. We were seated right away, which was great. The outdoor aware is adjacent to the Chicago river, offering great views. Service was very slow and not great. At night they only offer food from the Quick Bite menu. The food was subpar. We had the BBQ pork sandwich and burger lacked flavor and the meats were not good quality. I ordered an iced tea and it came with no ice . I would go back just for drinks and the view, especially if attending a concert at Salt Shed. read more

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We did the tour and got more than we bargained for! Only 15 per person and that included 3 glasses of different kinds of beer including their Bourbon county AND a pint size souvenir glass! Kyle was our tour guide and did a great job answering questions and engaging with us. Fun time and would definitely go back! read more

CHEERS TO BEER It's time to raise a pint or two to the new brewpub. It offers elevated gourmet food, along with new & rotating beers. The space is energetic, along the Chicago river with views of downtown. It's an incredible addition to the Sat Shed Entertainment Venue. They have Honker's Ale (4.2%) on draft. It's an English style bitter beer which started the resurgence of craft beer in Chicago. The beer is toasty, smooth, & classically hopped. Come sip some history with Goose Island's first beer they produced. We had a great time talking to the brewer Mike Jacobs about our new favorite beer called West Coast Beer Hug( 7.8%). It's a true hoppy throwback. I enjoyed the piney notes & citrusy hops. We also fell in love with Summertime (5%). This Kölsch beer is a perfect summer sipper. It was crisp, while still feeling light & fruity. Another great summer beer is the Boss Berry (5.5%) fruited ale. I had to have my favorite 312 (4.2%) This wheat ale is truly Chicago's beer. I dig the lemony taste all year round. We need to talk about the food. The beer is the star of the show here, or is it? I truly believe the Salt Shed Pub has a one two punch. Executive Chef Henry Pariser is leading the kitchen taking pub food to a new elevated gourmet level. All those hours of working under Thomas Keller at French Laundry (3 Michelin stars) really shows. I told chef I could see some Michelin stars in the future. Will this be the second brewery to ever get the stars? I say yes. You heard it here first! The Gochujang fried chicken sandwich with kimchi slaw, kewpie, & pickles is one of the best fried chicken sandwiches in Chicago. Double fried for a crispy texture with a tender interior. It's a little spicy with some nice funk & a savory blast. It comes with a bowl of the best kimchi slaw ever. Simply amazing! The double smash burger is a close second. It's everything I want in a burger. The best part is adding on a Bourbon County Stout milkshake for $5 to make it a combo. Best happy meal ever! The cheese curds & house made chips are perfect starters for any visit. After spending 35 years on Clybourn, I'm loving the new digs. Congrats on continuing the legacy in Chicago! Cheers! read more

This is a really fun place with great beer and great food, especially the smash burgers. Love the patio with a view of the river. The staff is friendly and welcoming. I've been here several times and have never been disappointed. read more

Went to the new Goose Island location this past Saturday and it was a fantastic experience! We waited about 40 minutes for a table which we expected due to this location being newer and also the fact that it was a rainy Saturday in Chicago. Once we got a table, we ordered the giant pretzels, cheese curds, and carrots to share which were all phenomenal. I will say, I along with all of the people I went with agreed that we were blown away by how good all the food was. After appetizers, I ordered the Tuscan Kale and White Bean soup which was also out of this world good. To end our meal, we got the Green City Market poptart which was delightful. To drink, I got two of the berry beers and as always, it was super good and exactly what I was looking for. Overall, we had a wonderful experience along with great drinks and tasty food! Will definitely be back. Thanks, Goose Island! read more

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Great location. Chris and Nicole were awesome servers. Location was spot on and the out door patio would be awesome in the spring and summer. Definitely coming back here. Great beers and great people. read more

Compliments to the chefs! Great experience. Lots of food choices for brunch. Next time I will try the beers. Don't miss the cheese curds. Terrific, attentive service. Fun times. read more

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Stopped by Goose Island next to the Salt Shed and was seriously impressed. I had the fried chicken sandwich, which had really great flavor especially from the gochujang. My friend got the Smashburger, and it was just as good. We also split an order of cheese curds, and they were perfectly crisp and full of flavor. The service was also really great and attentive, and we didn't have to wait long for anything. Great food, chill vibe, and an awesome spot to hit before or after a show. read more

Not what it used to be. My husband and I frequented the clybourn location. Even had our rehearsal dinner there right before they closed the space. This new location is not the vibe. Either completely dead or waaayy too packed. The food feels like it's lacking all together. At the clybourn location, literally every menu item was delicious. Now it's truly some bland food masking behind the presentation. The beer is still perfect. But what's truly annoying is the confusion and unpredictability of when this place will be opened or closed. My husband and I had tickets for a Wednesday night concert at the salt shed and planned to eat at goose before the event. They were closed? Signs on the door said they were closed this specific day but other Wednesday concert days they have been open. This has been a frequent and annoying occurrence. What used to be our favorite brewery has now turned into a sad excuse for a restaurant. read more

Guess this is the new goose? It's a large and pretty nice space playing all the goose island hits near the new venue so it's sort of the obvious pregame spot. It was pretty crowded when we went but the line moved quick. read more

What a place to pregame before a show. Goose Island at Salt Shed is super adorable, situated right by the lake! The food was pretty good. We had the carrot appetizer, Korean chicken sandwich, and chopped salad. Loved the dressing on the chopped salad! The only thing I wish is that they had liquor options for people like me who don't really drink beer. But overall, it's a super convenient place to pregame before a concert! read more

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I actually only was here for 10 minutes and had 1 beer, but I came in after a nearby intramural game hoping to watch the NBA finals with my teammates only to find that this is the only brewery in America without TV's!? Sickening! I can't tell if the beer itself was bad or if it was the bitter taste left in my mouth from not being able to root on my Dallas Mavericks. I Blame Goose Island for them being down 3-0. I will return for a more honest review at some point in the future when I am in the mood to sit in silence with no form of entertainment. read more

Pleasant hostess and good seating options inside or on the river. Good Goose Island beer available. Only had a brunch menu from 10-2 on a Saturday, which made ordering lunch at 1:00 really hard. Our server was nice, but she was not very attentive and we had to flag her down multiple times for things we needed. Falafel smash burger was okay, and breakfast potatoes were mid at best. Neat location next to the Salt Shed, but not a destination to seek out. read more