I went there recently for a birthday gathering. The restaurant/brewery was pleasant and clean. We had a greeter who told us about the restaurant and how to order via the QR code or directly at the bar. They also have a patio which is pleasant. The drawback is the train where you can't talk until it passes. We ordered a pretzel and a Cubano sandwich. The pretzel was great, soft and various dips. Plenty to share! The Cubano was good I have had better, the bread was good maybe a little more meat would helped with a little less mayonnaise and mustard. It kinda overwhelmed the sandwich but it was good. The beers were a variety I would order the flight next time. Our server was great. read more

Good beer selection. Love the outdoor patio, except for the very noisy train that kept going by. Efficient QR ordering system at the tables. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This place gives strong Pacific Northwest vibes, a little bit of adjacent-to-weird Portland mixed with Tahoe. So pretty much an old industrial space now occupied by a craft brewery with a huge selection of crap not made on site, like hard kombucha. As someone with principles, it's hard for me to admit hard kombucha is a good thing. But it is. So if you like manly minimalism in a formerly industrial space (think pipes painted black and made into things, like tables) come on by. Ordered via QR code (slow your roll on the 22%+ automatic tip option, ma'am) and everything arrived instantly on a mild Thursday afternoon. Skip the veg bahn mi (ungainly and in need of flavor) but the table next to me destroyed the can nachos. Hope the pretzel is also good read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Booch - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pilot Brewing has amazing beer flights! You can get 4 tasters of their beers on tap for $14. The other day I tried a "Summertime Chai" which was a wheat ale and black tea. I also tried 2 Hazy IPAs which were my favorite (Fifty-Five Rocks and Green Mountains Only) and a sour (Goa). I came here on a weeknight to catch up with some friends and celebrate a birthday. I called ahead to check about a possible dessert + candle situation, and they were super nice about it. They ran out of candles, but did say they could add a dessert once I opened a tab, and brought out a lovely Samoa pastry with a heaping scoop of vanilla ice cream. To order, you scan a QR code on your table. This includes ordering a carafe of water and specifying the number of cups. You can place your order(s) while keeping the tab open and then close out via the online app once you're done. Everything was really easy and felt covid-safe, meaning we weren't overly interacting with staff when we didn't need to, and their tables and seating arrangements were nicely spaced apart. The first time I came here was pre-pandemic and it was a little different then (I'm specifically remembering a cheese & charcuterie board on the menu that is no longer available.) A lot has changed since then, but they still have nice staff, cozy sofas in different sections of the restaurants, and really good beer! But now during Phase 5, you can still get plenty of sandwich options, a big chunky pretzel, and beer cheese nachos with the option to add bbq chicken. Parents, they have a kids menu, how cool is that? They also offer non-alcoholic beer, hard kombucha, and other options like cold-pressed juice and sparkling tea. A little something for everybody. Pilot Brewing is a great place to grab some drinks, unwind, and it feels like a chic minimalist living room with an attached outdoor seating area. My friends and I were still hungry after snacking on nachos, so we walked right across the street to grab ramen at Ramen-San (and some other patrons from Pilot Brewing had the same idea). It's in a great location and a less than 10-minute walk from the California Blue line. I will keep coming back! read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Front: Flight ($14) Back: Beer Cheese Nachos ($12) - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I wanted to like this place but the service just plainly sucks. The servers and staff don't have any clue about basic hospitality. I've been in there 3/4 times and every time there is a service issue. I cant tell if they are being ageist (I'm 48 and I've seen plenty of people my age in there) or if they are just trying to emit a hipster vibe to be cool or if the staff is truly that inept. Who manages this place?? read more

Had a great visit here over the weekend with my SO! We got a seat on their patio and the weather was great, so it was such a fun time. The patio is pretty large with a lot of seating. The only downside is the blue line is right next to it, so it gets pretty loud every time the train comes by, but it's not terrible. The inside space is also quite large and looked really nice. To drink, we both ordered flights and all of the beers were so good! My favorite was the lavender IPA and his was the pickle beer. The pickle beer was surprisingly good, and super interesting. I really loved the lavender IPA, it had the perfect amount of lavender flavor. You order and pay for everything online, which is convenient so you don't have to go up to the bar or wait for someone to come around to you. They also offer food that looked pretty good, but we didn't try anything. Can't wait to go back and try more of their beers! read more

Cute place. My friend and I each tried one beer and were happy with our choices. Kind of pricey for 2 beers. I inquired about half pours but not an option (however they do sell flights) I did find their ambiance warm and inviting. It was super clean. All staff encountered were friendly. read more

I have always wondered what Pilot Project was. I happened to be at a Yelp elite event last week and they were serving ROVM hard koubucha. It was there when I learned what Pilot Project was. Today was my lucky day to give them a try for launch. My friend who lives across the street suggested we go there for their launched special. The lunch special runs from 11:00 a.m. To 1:00 p.m. period It includes an entree and a beer for $15. I thought that was a really good deal. They also have Indoor and outdoor diving. This location is very close to the blue line so be prepared for some noise if you are sitting outside. I enjoy their ordering system what you could do from the comfort of your table. It was very simplistic and easy to navigate. For lunch I end up getting the club sandwich with jalapeno chips, adding pickled onions. I found that the sandwich was good quality good size and ended up taking half home to eat later in the day. Yeah. For my beer I got a cider with a pretty high ABV percentage. Pilot project is a very unique spot used as an incubator for new drinks and I just think it's a cool concept. I will definitely be back to enjoy the lunch special and work a little in the future. By by the way they were hiring if anyone in the area was looking for a job. read more

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It's a very chill spot. The beers are good and they play good music. Also loved their nachos!! The outside patio is huge and perfect for the summer. read more

Hmmmm wanted to love this place so badly but I think we'll just be friends lol The potential is there...a craft brew incubator? I feel like I've had a drunk convo or two with fellow hop heads on how this would be my business idea like 5 years ago. It truly is a beautiful space. The new winter cabana's for covid are very well done too. The issue is everything is like a C+. Decent beer, decent food, decent service but nothing wowed me. Nothing makes me want to come back for sure. Although the gigantic patio space looks promising for a visit in the summer. I sat in one of their new winter cabanas built on top of their large patio. It's well done, good to fill out the space if you have a larger group. Although, it only has one tiny heater...can't sit out there in frigid temps. The QR code ordering makes sense but I wish platforms like Toast would improve their payment process by partnering with pay pal, Apple Pay or click to pay. Putting in your credit info every time is an annoyance. I got two flights of IPA's and the beer cheese nachos. Good not great. Also when I first got there, I was standing out front alongside many other people just waiting for the host to pay attention. She was clearly doing something at the bar with all of us in plain view. Whatever, not a big deal but in the hospitality industry it's little things like this that elevate you. So on a different day, maybe in the summer sitting on a sunny patio with a different beer/food list this could be a big hit! However on this day it was average, they've got potential on this concept but need to work on consistency and service. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Beer Flight - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I always end up double checking other reviews when I give a review that "goes against the grain." So, yeah, I have looked at others and simply have a different opinion. The primary problems with this place are its operations relating to customer service. First off is the reservation system. Making the reservation is when the first issue comes up. The reservation itself is $10, and it DOES NOT GO TOWARDS THE BILL. It is also is NON-REFUNDABLE. There are few, if any restaurants that have this practice. Most restaurants, you just call up and reserve a table. The place was mostly empty when I arrived, and the overwhelming majority of tables were open. I could have walked in and saved myself the time and money of making a reservation. In essence, management is financially PENALIZING CUSTOMERS WHO TAKE THE TIME TO MAKE A RESERVATION, WHICH WAS MADE TO ASSIST THE RESTAURANT. Below is a screenshot of their very strict policy of table reservations. The next customer service operational problem they have is simply ordering food or a drink. You have to put your credit card information down in order to see the menu. After scanning the QR code on the table, the user has to enter their credit card info just to see the menu. You are automatically charged, albeit temporarily (with automatic tip, regardless of your experience and/or opinion). Below is a screenshot of the screen requiring credit card information just to see the menu. Thus far in your dining/brewery experience, you have already been charged twice and NOT EVEN ORDERED! Next comes the menu itself. There is very little food selection. Just a some sandwiches, nachos, a pretzel and the kids menu. So, selection is extremely limited. Remember, you have been charged twice already just to see this extremely limited menu. I give it two stars because it has a decent beer selection and the ambiance and cleanliness of the place is decent. But overall, it's NOT WORTH all the money and credit card charges and/or info just to get a table and see a menu. Their practices are highly arrogant, and that is highly off-putting for a brewery. Given the positive reviews, I was shocked at how disappointing it was. I do not recommend this place. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - $10 reservation fee DOES NOT GET APLLIED TOWARDS YOUR BILL AND IS NON-REFUNDABLE - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Good beers and nice patio. Next to train so a bit loud. Dog friendly. Wish they had more food options.

This place is such a neat concept! It's four breweries under one roof! I was visiting Chicago and had limited time so it was nice to be able to try beers from multiple breweries under one roof. The staff was SO friendly and helpful too! I wanted to just stay and hang out with them, lol! My friends both got beer flights and I got a kombucha cocktail, we all shared. I loved my cocktail and the beers they got were really good. I wish I could remember the names! Definitely a neat spot to check out! read more

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Was just there. A line of 15 people standing there, the bartender then tells that there is no need for a line, when they were not helping anyone. Multiple people walked out. Such a nice patio for that bad of service. read more

Great place to grab a drink and food. Awesome selection of beer. Came here for trivia night on Monday and it was a blast. Super convenient ordering system. Order by QR code and pay by phone. Perfect for a large party. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Main area - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Dog friendly patio! Diverse beer selection and hard kambucha from over 3 lesser known breweries. They also offer some sandwiches and nachos for food. No outside food allowed. Patio full of art and staff are welcoming. Atmosphere: Modern brewery mix with street art Alcohol: wide variety, descriptive on the menu, something for everyone Staff: dog welcoming, kind, but slow on beer service (~10 minute wait for a flight) Improvement: more staff to quicken service time, possibly expand menu to keep people there for the food and sample more beers, maybe a dog friendly menu for people to spend money on their pups read more

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Wow, what a pleasant place to come grab a beer. This is a great spot to come with friends and have a variety of beers to try. Really cool concept for multiple brewers to come together and have a shot of their beers being sold to the public. I will say, I was in love with the Spanish tea IPA! Omg, so incredible!! The house club, not so much but I appreciate they have a limited menu available. The sandwich was fine, but it was something I totally could have made at home for a fraction of the price. Not sure what the inside looks like but the parking lot of tables was nice...until the train comes. Holy smokes it's loud, long, and frequent. Im a little nervous to come back when the train is running more frequently because it was super terrible to stop your conversation, and calm down all the dogs! Lastly, appreciate them taking precautions, masks, sanitizer, temp checks, but the requirement to have your mask on at the table when the waitress comes up is a bit much. Imagine, you walk to your table with your mask, take it off to talk to your friends, waitress come sup slowly, you out your mask back on, order, then take it off to talk, then she comes back up with your drinks slowly, then you out it back on, then Take off to drink, then she is back to ask how things are, you out it back on to say everything is good, then take back off to drink, and so on. It's even exhausting to type. That said, I think safety is important, but the number of times you're now touching your mask and the table and your cup, seems worse than the waitress wearing the mask and you keeping yours off while at the table. Just some thoughts. read more

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What a tasty place to get beer at! This place is Indian-influenced in terms of ambiance, kombucha and beer names and overall vibe but the beer was excellent! What I love the most though was the logistics of this place, they have enough space to have tons of people over we had no reservations and got in right away, you scan the menu and can order and pay straight from the app! And you can close the tan from your phone too! So we didn't have to wait ages to talk to a waiter our food and drinks came right away and we had a great time! Totally recommend this place, also the music was awesome and the beer glasses were the right size (; read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Bar area - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place is a laid back gem. Need to get some laptop work done in the morning? Grab some espresso and enjoy the vibe. Want midday lunch because all those emails wore you out? Solid sandwiches here (btw, the menu has changed a several times since Pilot opened, so you might see food photos that aren't available now). And beer? Pilot has some awesome variety in its tap selection because it hosts a bunch of small brewers who are doing experimental things. COVID-safe right now includes temp checks, distanced tables indoors and a huge outdoor patio, which I love... the only downside there is the loud blue line train goes by about once every 5 mins. No problem for private work, a little harder for conversation. Staff here tend to be friendly and personal and on top of it. My only wish would be that small/half pours were available for all the beers so you could try several. A flight is available but it's already overpriced per ounce, and I'd prefer to order 1 or 2 at a time throughout the day. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Covid patio front half - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First, they're doing a great job keeping patio patrons safe during COVID-19! Temperature check, mask check, and overview of the rules are quickly reviewed before you enter the patio. The restrooms are very clean and are sanitized often. They ask that you wear a mask when not at your table AND when speaking to the staff. YES! Menus are available via QR code scan on the table. 90 minute limit on tables. Still dog-friendly. I ordered the House Lager and thought it was perfect for a hot summer day. The only downside is the volume of the train that goes by. Man, it's loud! But that's what helps to keep the beer cost down, right? Worth it! Also, the staff is super nice and service was quick! read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I'd been here before, but Saturday night hubs and I came in for a beer while we were waiting for our table at Wasabi Ramen. Service was fast and our beers were delicious. I had the Brave Noise hazy IPA-- juicy and just the right amount of hops. It was also a fun visit because they were hosting a makers market, so we got to look at (and buy-- ope) some handcrafted items. I bought a couple pieces of ceramic art that the seller hadn't made, but had bought from local artists and shared a carefully curated collection on her table. Hubs fell in love with a crocheted Dracula doll handmade by the artist at another table. It was quite a treat, and good for Pilot Project for hosting such a fun event! read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Brave Noise. Deelish. - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Pilot Project been on my list for a while now and so glad I finally came. It's spacious with lots of seating (outdoor as well). It was quite packed on a Saturday eve. U sit where ever, order and pay at the table. It was a bit of a wait after ordering our flights. I tried all 3 hard kombuchas which was interesting but I think I'll stick w my regular kombucha. Our fav beer was the Courtesy of Copenhagen (fruited pale ale) and the Lavendar IPA (surprising so good!). I didn't get to try any of there coffee drinks so I'll definitely be back- think they have flights for this too. They also have these #black themed# beer which looks super cool (not sure if it's black owned). For sure trying those next! Definitely recommend this spot read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Beer tasting - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stopped at Pilot Project Brewing on Monday afternoon. I truly love the concept of supporting more smaller breweries, but the service model makes it hard to actually learn and want to seek out more beers from the different brewers. Quality: Pilot Project Brewing is brewery incubator, something that seemed popular in Chicago. Rather than just one brewery, they host several different smaller breweries and offer options from them all. A good way to help small and just starting out brands get their beers in the open. I tried to get at least a sample from each of the featured breweries, Brewer's Kitchen, Azadi Brewing, Funkytown Brewery, and Flora Brewing. My highlight beers were Narrow Paths, a nitro ESB, and Cochin, a lemongrass saison. However, I wish I got more information about the beers and the breweries, which the service-model prevented. Quantity: Flights came with four 5oz pours. Value: $14.50 for a Flight Ambiance: Pilot Project Brewing is located near the Bucktown neighborhood in Chicago. It is brewery incubator with a large industrial space. They have a pretty massive outdoor beer garden with about a dozen picnic tables all with umbrellas. Inside they have an assortment of seating with high-tops, tables, bar areas, and couches. Several murals can be found throughout the space and lots of different merch is on sale. Music played quietly in the background. Crowd: A small crowd on Monday afternoon, though the few people there looked set up with work stations. Service: I was not a fan of the entirely online ordering process, which seemed to take the personality and knowledge out of tasting the beers. The have a difficult to navigate beer list through the app and the only interaction with staff is them dropping off the drinks and a placard. Parking: Plenty of nearby street parking. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Flight Of Burn Out, Hip-Hops R&BREW, Mary's View, And Cochin - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came here for a few beers the other day and had a great time! Lots of great beers on tap and a great open space - if it was warm enough I would have loved to spend time in their cute outdoor space. The only reason I'm giving this place 4 stars instead of 5 is because we had a pretty terrible Italian beef sandwich. I didn't have high expectations for this sandwich but it was surprisingly bad, so much so that I couldn't finish it. If you come here, come for the beer and not the food (or at least not the Italian beef sandwich). read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fun brewery with lots of different varieties of beer. I loved the ambiance and the beers were honestly so good and refreshing, especially on a hot day. My boyfriend is a big IPA drinker and he was amazed at how delicious and the hints of fruit you get with each sip. The hard kombuchas were fantastic. I was very impressed that they had such a crisp flavor profile. You literally don't taste any artificial flavoring! read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Visited this place for the first time in Chicago! I ordered the flight as I wanted to try different beers. My favorites were the lager and cream ale! I recommend trying Azadi brand (Indian inspired craft beer)as it had interesting flavors. However the one that I tried Shimla (pale ale) wasn't that amazing for my taste buds! This place has a super convenient ordering system. All you need to do is simply scan the QR , place order and checkout or start a tab.Once ready close out your tab online! Overall it's a super chill hangout place! Also, the loaded nachos tasted very good :) read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Loaded nachos - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Came by on Friday for 2 beers. Both stouts. One was sweeter the other was drier. Nice space good amount of indoor tables and outdoor patio tables. Was seated at a window ordered through QR code. Met a cool traveler that lives in Austin and we chatted for a bit. Beer served in a Teku glass. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is a great spot to grab a drink with your friends AND pets! Or just hang solo. There's a vast array of brews on tap. The service was very attentive and all COVID safety protocols/recommendations are being followed. We sat in the tent and we're socially distant from our closest neighbors. It was 27 degrees outside. We were warm on the tent with our jackets on the entire time... it is winter in chciago and we're eating in a tent. While we went for the beer we also ate. I'd give this 5 stars if I was only rating beer selection and service, but the food is just so/so. We had the nachos ...too much stuff loaded that we ran out of chips and had to ask for a fork or spoon to clear the tray. We also ordered the pretzel, which was outstanding. We. Also had the feta/apple salad. It's a great portion that can easily be shared with 2-3 people but... I wouldn't say it was anything special. Lastly I ordered the veggie patty melt... I'm not a bread eater, so my view on this might be off if you are a sandwich lover... to me it was too much thick bead and not enough of other things between the two thick slices. I guess moral of the story... head for beer and maybe a pretzel and you're expectations will be met. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Stout and hazy. - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great spot! A friend and I met here for an event they were having where you got to pot your own succulent and got two free drink tickets. I loved how open and casual the space was, and it was so fun to make your own succulent to take home! All of the employees were super friendly and helpful and I loved the ROVM drinks we got. Can't wait to come back! read more

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We came here as a pit stop to rest our feet from walking around all day! The space is huge and welcoming with a decently sized outdoor patio (note that it does get loud at times as the train is nearby). I created my own beer flight and they had a good variety of beers, cider ect. Now that I'm on yelp, I see they also have a green juice and lattes, which I wish I had also gotten! Great branding, and cute space that is perfect for groups! read more

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Wow- what a fun event. Recently attended a Saturday sampling and I had such an amazing time. Great group of people with amazing brews, food, and atmosphere. Would love to attend again. read more

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The interior of this place is absolutely adorable and extremely inviting . The staff was super friendly and willing to help figure out which beers would work best for you (I got the flight and had them "surprise me" but they talked me through each option). They have a solid rotation of options (most of which are not your traditional beer options including the kombucha - which is 100% worth a try). The outdoor seating is massive and they have someone out there taking orders if you need so you don't have to go indoor to the bar. It's quiet and low key- the music isn't blasting (which is rare) and the folks weren't loud . 100% recommend this place and will definitely be going back . read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Flights - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Headed here on a Saturday afternoon to try some beers/relax in their outdoor area. Fairly busy throughout the bar, but we were able to get a table to ourselves to the corner in the back patio. Wasn't really hungry, so opted instead to just get a Beer Flight ($14.50). You get the option to choose four of their many items on draft; each taster being about 4 ounces. Only after ordering did I realize that this whole place is about experimental beers from other breweries, not their own stuff. This is a cool concept to get some beers from places you normally wouldn't find. Of the items I ordered, liked the "Easy Afternoon" APA from Histrionic, and the "Things We Don't Say" IPA from Odious Cellars. Didn't get to try the food here, but they seem to have some basic options. Service is solid and the ambiance is pretty good, aside from the loud rolling train every 10 minutes or so. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Flight - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Cool idea - give small and home brewers a place to brew and showcase their beer. Overall, the beer is on par with average breweries - not the best you can get in the city, but certainly a few worth your time. Staff behind the bar could be friendlier, but definitely attentive. Won't be a frequent spot, but a nice alternative in the area. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Cute little shop in Wicker that caters to any beer or coffee lover around. Their espresso was nice and the variety of different breweries that brew out of this place makes for a large selection of beers, ciders and kombucha. They've got about 21 things on tap. Nothing was overtly impressive or offensive and it was reasonably priced. Can definitely see myself studying here or bringing a group of friends to hang out with. Staff were also friendly. With regards to craft beer, Pilot Project, Azadi, Histrionic and Brewer's Kitchen make their beer here. read more

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No question, they have the best pretzel I've ever had. Better than any German bar I've been too!

Pilot Project is a great spot for groups and to just hang out! My book club likes to meet here and it's ideal because you can make a reservation. This spot is a fun vibe because you can get beer, a matcha latte, or food. They also have nice a patio in addition to their indoor seating, but it gets really loud when the train passes. For ordering you use the QR code at your table and an employee will bring your items to you. You also pay for your bill through that code. read more

Gorgeous space with great variety of taps. Bartenders are typically pretty helpful when you're trying to figure out what you might like, so it's a good place to try something new. Love the weekly trivia also! read more

Super cute place and nice outdoor seating area. You seat yourself and order on your phone from the table. It was around $14 for a flight of 4 beers. Really good deal and so much for fun to try 4 different types. Would definitely go back. read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Beer flight - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolutely LOVED the experience I had here. The staff was super friendly & helpful and the entire night went off without a hitch. The outdoor seating with the large screen is great for sporting events & the online menu ordering was fantastic!! Highly recommend their pretzel -- it's actually amazing considering lots of brewery pretzels are dry IMO. A fun perk was that once you order online, your drinks come out in a matter of 2 minutes. So cool!! will definitely be going back here with a bigger group! read more

Pilot Project Brewing - Logan Square - Flight - Breweries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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