West Chicago

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  1. rmdownward

    rmdownward Zealot (648) Feb 10, 2007 California

    I'll be coming in this weekend , staying in Lombard. Any thing worth hitting out that way? I've searched here & Beer Mapping. Lunar seems closest, is that worth hitting? I've been to Chicago several times & have hit most of the places close to the rail lines.

    As always, recommendations are appreciated.

    Thanks!
     
    #1 rmdownward, Sep 23, 2014
  2. Bearshawks85

    Bearshawks85 Initiate (0) Jun 12, 2014 Illinois

    Downers Grove Binnys is right by there for bottles. Solemn Oath in Naperville is not too far for a brewpub.
     
    #2 Bearshawks85, Sep 23, 2014
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  3. RexKramer

    RexKramer Initiate (0) Jan 19, 2011 Illinois

    Definitely DG Binnys. Huge Selection. Urban Legend in Westmont is pretty close and do some decent beers. Famous Liquors on Roosevelt can be a good spot for Pipeworks bottles.
     
    #3 RexKramer, Sep 23, 2014
  4. rynegne

    rynegne Initiate (0) Sep 10, 2014 Illinois

    Two Brother's is about 20-25 minutes away as well.
     
    #4 rynegne, Sep 23, 2014
  5. kodt

    kodt Pooh-Bah (2,286) Mar 6, 2013 Illinois
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    Here you go: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=znO8H61UYv2o.kh51fKW7Lha0

    Any of the blue or green markers are breweries with taprooms you can visit.

    I would hit Urban Legend, Imperial Oak, and BuckleDown since they are all relatively close to each other.

    If you go west you can consider hitting Penrose, Two Brothers, Solemn Oath, Hopvine

    I've never been to Lunar, but if it is close I would give it a go.
     
    #5 kodt, Sep 23, 2014
  6. BeerGreg

    BeerGreg Savant (1,159) May 17, 2013 Illinois

    Bigby's isn't that far from Lombard either. That's worth visiting if you're looking for a bar.
     
    #6 BeerGreg, Sep 23, 2014
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  7. rmdownward

    rmdownward Zealot (648) Feb 10, 2007 California

    Great tool! Just what I was looking for. Thanks
     
    #7 rmdownward, Sep 23, 2014
  8. marcgo2

    marcgo2 Crusader (450) Nov 16, 2010 Illinois
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    Beer House in Lombard.
     
    #8 marcgo2, Sep 23, 2014
  9. beelzebubbles

    beelzebubbles Crusader (405) Mar 1, 2006 Illinois

    Bavarian Lodge in Lisle.
     
    #9 beelzebubbles, Sep 23, 2014
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  10. rmdownward

    rmdownward Zealot (648) Feb 10, 2007 California

    I hit there one of my first trips out, was very nice. Will try & hit it again.

    Thanks all for the suggestions!
     
    #10 rmdownward, Sep 25, 2014
  11. rabbitguy

    rabbitguy Initiate (0) Jun 18, 2009 Illinois

    The Lisle Ale Fest is this Saturday.
     
    #11 rabbitguy, Sep 25, 2014
  12. Nachos4two

    Nachos4two Pooh-Bah (1,944) Nov 26, 2011 Illinois
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    I am Attending!!
     
    #12 Nachos4two, Sep 25, 2014
  13. rmdownward

    rmdownward Zealot (648) Feb 10, 2007 California

    I just may be able to make this. I get in at 3:00. Thanks for the tip!
     
    #13 rmdownward, Sep 25, 2014
  14. beardown2489

    beardown2489 Pooh-Bah (1,966) Oct 5, 2012 Illinois
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    Lunar is either a place you'll hate or love. Always good beer but very divey
     
    #14 beardown2489, Sep 25, 2014
  15. mush

    mush Pundit (959) Dec 25, 2013 Illinois

    Bavarian Lodge is a solid tip.

    DG Binnys is good for selection, but also worth a detour:
    Standard Market (in Westmont and Naperville) has 20% off all nondraft beers this week.

    Call Urban Legend before you stop by... taproom is not a sure thing when there are other goings on.
     
    #15 mush, Sep 26, 2014
  16. rmdownward

    rmdownward Zealot (648) Feb 10, 2007 California

    Thanks all. Looks like I have more than enough to keep me busy. Got a ticket for the Lisle fest. I'll have a shirt that says Barclays Pub on the back. Say howdy!
     
    #16 rmdownward, Sep 26, 2014
  17. bowzer4birdie

    bowzer4birdie Grand Pooh-Bah (3,796) Aug 16, 2012 Illinois
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    HAHA. Well said....love the beer, the local clientele can make me twitchy at times. :-)
     
    #17 bowzer4birdie, Sep 26, 2014
  18. rmdownward

    rmdownward Zealot (648) Feb 10, 2007 California

    Hope my flight isn't screwed tomorrow so I can make the fest
     
    #18 rmdownward, Sep 27, 2014
  19. rmdownward

    rmdownward Zealot (648) Feb 10, 2007 California

    Thanks for all the tips. Flight was delayed a little but still made the Lisle fest. Had some great stuff and the folks were cool.

    Made it to Two Brothers Roundhouse (what a great venue) Urban Legend & Solemn Oath. Hit Lunar, which I realized I'd been to before on an earlier trip. I don't mind divey!. Found another dive across from my hotel in Lombard. Brauerhouse. Nice tap list & friendly folks. Any place that plays The Rezillos can't be all bad.

    Shout out to Nachos4two for making the in person trade. Nice to meet you and can't wait to dive into teh goodies you gave me. Hope you enjoy what I brought!

    Looking forward to my next trip.

    Thanks!
     
    #19 rmdownward, Oct 1, 2014
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