Weekend guide
48 hours in Chicago, Illinois
A two-day route built from 103 independent listings on this hub — not a paid ranking.
Saturday afternoon
Settle in outdoors
Start on the patio while the light is still good.
Microbrewery5 Rabbit Cerveceria
Chicago, Illinois
DogsPatioFood- Microbrewery
Aleman Brewing
Chicago, Illinois
DogsPatioFood Sunday midday
Eat with the pour
Food trucks or a kitchen make this the reset meal.
MicrobreweryArgus Brewery
Chicago, Illinois
DogsFoodMusicSunday evening
One more round
Close the weekend at a highly rated independent taproom.
BrewpubBand of Bohemia
Chicago, Illinois
PatioFoodMusic
Planning FAQs for Chicago
How should I spend 48 hours in Chicago taprooms?
Start at 5 Rabbit Cerveceria, then Aleman Brewing, Argus Brewery, Band of Bohemia. The route uses 103 independent listings in Chicago, Illinois.
What is the best dog-friendly taproom in Chicago?
5 Rabbit Cerveceria is a top dog-friendly taproom in Chicago, with Aleman Brewing also welcoming pups. Look for the dog-friendly filter on this hub.
Which breweries in Chicago have outdoor patios?
5 Rabbit Cerveceria, Aleman Brewing, Band of Bohemia list outdoor patio seating. Patio listings on Taprooms Near Me also cover fire-pit and heater nights.
Where are food trucks parked near Chicago taprooms?
5 Rabbit Cerveceria, Aleman Brewing, Argus Brewery list food trucks in Chicago. Open those brewery pages for the current rotation.