Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/12/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
The Hop Brewery
203 W Market St, Christopher, Illinois, 62822
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 Brewpub
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Transit-friendly location with nearby street parking.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
5 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.6% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.2% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 6.9% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.8% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.1% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.0% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Kicked / Sold Out |
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4.3 ★
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Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
8/7/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
8/2/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
The Hop Brewery FAQs
Is The Hop Brewery dog friendly?
Yes. The Hop Brewery is dog friendly in Christopher in the taproom.
Does The Hop Brewery serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. The Hop Brewery hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at The Hop Brewery?
The Hop Brewery can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does The Hop Brewery have outdoor patio seating?
The Hop Brewery does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.