Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/8/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
In-PlanningIn-Planning
Buchanan Craft LLC
Chicago, Illinois, 60647-9735
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent In-Planning
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.7% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.5% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.4% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.1% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.1% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 5.2% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.5% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
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4.5 ★
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/3/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/29/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/24/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Buchanan Craft LLC FAQs
Is Buchanan Craft LLC dog friendly?
Yes. Buchanan Craft LLC is dog friendly in Chicago, including patio seating.
Does Buchanan Craft LLC serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Buchanan Craft LLC hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Buchanan Craft LLC?
Yes — Buchanan Craft LLC is set up for group crawls and private taproom events. Use the claim/manage listing flow to request a buyout or large-party reservation.
Does Buchanan Craft LLC have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Buchanan Craft LLC lists outdoor patio seating in Chicago, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.