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The Beer Cellar - Glen Ellyn
488 Crescent Blvd
Glen Ellyn, Illinois, 60137
United States
(630) 315-5060 | map
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Ratings by Docrock:
Rated by Docrock from Illinois
4.36/5 rDev -6.2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.75 | selection: 3.75
Aug 29, 2015
4.36/5 rDev -6.2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 4.75 | selection: 3.75
Aug 29, 2015
More User Ratings:
Reviewed by UrbanCaveman from Ohio
5/5 rDev +7.5%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 5
5/5 rDev +7.5%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 5
Hands down my absolute favorite bottle shop during the five years I spent in western Chicagoland.
Forget Binny's (unless you know a store manager) - if you're in the western suburbs and looking for quality beer, you're far better off stopping in here. The staff tend to be knowledgeable and helpful, the selection is top notch (on tap and shelf alike), and it's right off the Prairie Path if you're also into the whole fitness deal.
Feb 06, 2021Forget Binny's (unless you know a store manager) - if you're in the western suburbs and looking for quality beer, you're far better off stopping in here. The staff tend to be knowledgeable and helpful, the selection is top notch (on tap and shelf alike), and it's right off the Prairie Path if you're also into the whole fitness deal.
Reviewed by DeadWax from Illinois
4.79/5 rDev +3%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.75 | selection: 5
4.79/5 rDev +3%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.75 | selection: 5
Pre-Covid Review:
After going from the actual cellar to the new location, it was a glorious improvement that brought Dave’s friendly expertise and top notch selection into a space that he deserves.
Beer Cellar pairs the hottest releases with a diverse bottle and can selection and a huge draft selection that is regularly populated with recent hard to find local one offs and a few surprises from out of town.
It is a bottle shop first though and there are only a couple bar tables to match an average size bar, so don’t expect a ton of room in that regard.
All in all, if you are looking for a hot release and want to also have a taste of some other excellent options at the same time, this is the spot. It is in a bustling area of downtown Glen Ellyn and easy access to Metra if coming from the city.
Jan 09, 2021After going from the actual cellar to the new location, it was a glorious improvement that brought Dave’s friendly expertise and top notch selection into a space that he deserves.
Beer Cellar pairs the hottest releases with a diverse bottle and can selection and a huge draft selection that is regularly populated with recent hard to find local one offs and a few surprises from out of town.
It is a bottle shop first though and there are only a couple bar tables to match an average size bar, so don’t expect a ton of room in that regard.
All in all, if you are looking for a hot release and want to also have a taste of some other excellent options at the same time, this is the spot. It is in a bustling area of downtown Glen Ellyn and easy access to Metra if coming from the city.
Reviewed by michaelsmith11 from Illinois
4.76/5 rDev +2.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4.75
4.76/5 rDev +2.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4.75
What an awesome store. So many good beers to choose from. Lots of hard to find beers. They seem to get beers before a lot of other stores. Everyone that works there is so knowledgeable about beer. They even have some taps so you can try what they have.
Aug 10, 2018Reviewed by laketang from Arizona
4.25/5 rDev -8.6%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4
4.25/5 rDev -8.6%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4
I live here so go there all the time. Dave is very knowledgable about beer and gives me advice on beers. he knows what I like and points me to those . great local selection as well. he has a point system for us regulars it pays off.store is too small for what he is trying to do, and so I hope he expands. but keep it in glen Ellyn! a must visit.
Sep 27, 2015Reviewed by absoluthamm from Illinois
4.9/5 rDev +5.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
4.9/5 rDev +5.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
This is what a craft beer store should be, notice I said craft beer and not liquor store. Every other store in the area has the mindset of liquor and cheap beer first, craft beer second(most would probably even throw cigarettes and hookah supplies in before good beer).
You aren't going to find any sub 80 rated beers in here(old, better rating system, God only knows now). And you're likely to find something in there to try that, unless you trade, you won't try anywhere else. In the last couple months, Dave has tasted out Other Half, Toppling Goliath, 18th St, De Garde, Jackie O's, etc... At most you'd be lucky if your average middle-eastern mini-mart opened up a Miller Fortune for tasting...
One of the few places in the suburbs that gets Pipeworks special releases, Transient beers, and other low limited locals. And if you're unsure on what you're looking for, just ask Dave, he will point you in the direction your palate is looking for immediately without stumbling over himself on styles.
Aug 26, 2015You aren't going to find any sub 80 rated beers in here(old, better rating system, God only knows now). And you're likely to find something in there to try that, unless you trade, you won't try anywhere else. In the last couple months, Dave has tasted out Other Half, Toppling Goliath, 18th St, De Garde, Jackie O's, etc... At most you'd be lucky if your average middle-eastern mini-mart opened up a Miller Fortune for tasting...
One of the few places in the suburbs that gets Pipeworks special releases, Transient beers, and other low limited locals. And if you're unsure on what you're looking for, just ask Dave, he will point you in the direction your palate is looking for immediately without stumbling over himself on styles.
Rated by Roland7792 from Illinois
4.9/5 rDev +5.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
4.9/5 rDev +5.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
Great place for craft beer. Dave's a good guy..always personable and willing to chat. Seems to always be tasting something.
Aug 24, 2015Rated by Kevin_L from Illinois
5/5 rDev +7.5%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 5
5/5 rDev +7.5%
vibe: 5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 5
Great place to go and buy craft beer. Dave is very knowledgeable of what he sella and won't stear you wrong.
Jun 25, 2015Reviewed by emerge077 from Illinois
4.25/5 rDev -8.6%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
4.25/5 rDev -8.6%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
2021: Huge difference from the old cellar location, now expanded with a patio and more drafts. Way more space with a good amount of seating indoors and outdoors. Specialized service, beer knowledgeable and friendly. They did a Dovetail tap takeover recently of all spontaneous sour ales, and will be rotating the kegs for the rest of the year.
2017: Beer Cellar recently moved to a larger space with an expanded selection and 8-9 drafts. US craft is still the main focus, but they did have a handful of imports and some lambic. One of the few sources for Afterthought beers, and new arrivals are posted regularly on social media. Much improved from a few years ago.
2014: 3.83 (534B Crescent location)
Stopped in over the weekend to check it out based on all the high reviews.
There was a sandwich board on the street, which helped since the entrance seemed to be shared with another business. Down a flight of stairs, it was starting to feel like a speakeasy already. Once inside, it was basically a literal beer cellar. Racks full of beer in a basement.
Service was good, the clerk greeted everyone, and offered samples of a couple beers.
There was a focus on US craft, one rack was exclusively newer local breweries. Pipeworks, Begyle, Only Child, Lake Effect, Urban Legend, Flesk, etc. No Spiteful though. There was a standalone cooler that was only about half full with random beers.
The main shelf had a broader variety but still was mainly US craft. Didn't see any traditional lambics, though they listed Cuvée Rene, Hanssens, and Tilquin on beermenus. Noticed some Anderson Valley Gose and Troublesome, otherwise not many standout sour ales, which I was looking for. There were a few seasonal oktoberfests, noticed favorites from Victory and Ayinger. Otherwise the selection seemed fairly lean on the import side of things. Overall a nice shop with personal service, but not a huge selection.
Sep 29, 20142017: Beer Cellar recently moved to a larger space with an expanded selection and 8-9 drafts. US craft is still the main focus, but they did have a handful of imports and some lambic. One of the few sources for Afterthought beers, and new arrivals are posted regularly on social media. Much improved from a few years ago.
2014: 3.83 (534B Crescent location)
Stopped in over the weekend to check it out based on all the high reviews.
There was a sandwich board on the street, which helped since the entrance seemed to be shared with another business. Down a flight of stairs, it was starting to feel like a speakeasy already. Once inside, it was basically a literal beer cellar. Racks full of beer in a basement.
Service was good, the clerk greeted everyone, and offered samples of a couple beers.
There was a focus on US craft, one rack was exclusively newer local breweries. Pipeworks, Begyle, Only Child, Lake Effect, Urban Legend, Flesk, etc. No Spiteful though. There was a standalone cooler that was only about half full with random beers.
The main shelf had a broader variety but still was mainly US craft. Didn't see any traditional lambics, though they listed Cuvée Rene, Hanssens, and Tilquin on beermenus. Noticed some Anderson Valley Gose and Troublesome, otherwise not many standout sour ales, which I was looking for. There were a few seasonal oktoberfests, noticed favorites from Victory and Ayinger. Otherwise the selection seemed fairly lean on the import side of things. Overall a nice shop with personal service, but not a huge selection.
Reviewed by Jd2391 from Illinois
4.9/5 rDev +5.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
4.9/5 rDev +5.4%
vibe: 4.75 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
Small shop, but has all that you could want in craft beer. Best local place in my area and stop in at least once a week. Dave is very knowledgeable and just an overall great guy. He knows his beers and is easy to talk to. Recommend this place highly. Just can't say enough about how great this place is!
Jun 13, 2014Reviewed by jaqo4 from Illinois
4.64/5 rDev -0.2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5
4.64/5 rDev -0.2%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5
I heard about this place in one of my trading forums, so I had to stop by and take a look. As other's have said, the place is literally a cellar and you would miss it if you didn't know what you were looking for. Dave was great and had a really nice selection of things that would be sold out in a second at the larger stores in the area. I plan on stopping in on a regular basis to see what goodies I can find that I normally would not in the area!
Jun 10, 2014Reviewed by Grfilwett from Illinois
4.87/5 rDev +4.7%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
4.87/5 rDev +4.7%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.75
The Beer Cellar is in the heart of downtown Glen Ellyn just across from the Metra line. Located down stairs, Dave, the owner, has a great selection of craft beer. He's very knowledgeable and does tastings pretty much daily of local brews and even some highly sought after brews. I have yet to walk out of there without buying something new and good!
Check this place out if your in the West burbs or driving through.
Feb 27, 2014Check this place out if your in the West burbs or driving through.
Reviewed by 8bithops from Virginia
4.73/5 rDev +1.7%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.25
4.73/5 rDev +1.7%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 5 | service: 5 | selection: 4.25
Good things come in small packages! Although located in just a few hundred sqft, The Beer Cellar prides itself on a very Illinois-centric collection and outstanding prices. Dave, the owner, is very active in the local beer scene and always happy to chat it up with fellow beer nerds. In addition, he does excellent tastings throughout the week of new local brews and hard-to-find bottles from all over the country (the day I arrived he was tasting out Chocolate Rain!).
If you live in the burbs, you owe it to yourself to stop in and check it out. Dave will recommend a beer for any palette and you won't leave empty handed. Truly a gem for Glen Ellyn and hopefully an indication of things to come for those outside the 312!
Feb 27, 2014If you live in the burbs, you owe it to yourself to stop in and check it out. Dave will recommend a beer for any palette and you won't leave empty handed. Truly a gem for Glen Ellyn and hopefully an indication of things to come for those outside the 312!
The Beer Cellar - Glen Ellyn in Glen Ellyn, IL
Place rating:
4.65 out of
5 with
45 ratings
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