Best Restaurants with Great Beer in Riverside

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AmericanItalianMexicanJapaneseGermanPizzeria

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ChicagoNear WestNorthwest SuburbsWest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

BerwynBucktown / Wicker ParkLogan SquareNorridgeOak BrookWest Loop

Top Rated

CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for craft beer

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Lavergne's Tavern

4.5

Awesome(170)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Berwyn

Booked 2 times today

Nestled in the heart of Berwyn, Lavergne’s Tavern blends historic charm with a modern, welcoming vibe. Opened in 2016 in the former Garv’s Inn, a beloved gathering spot since the ’60s, it preserves its roots with restored tin ceilings, original hardwood floors, and a stunning bar handcrafted from reclaimed black walnut.With a perfect mix of cozy and lively, the space offers high-top bar seating and family-friendly tables, making it ideal for date nights, group outings, or casual meals.The menu is elevated yet approachable, featuring shareable appetizers and hearty entrées crafted with quality ingredients. A must-try is the Italian Beef Egg Roll, a fusion of tender Italian beef, zesty giardiniera, spicy queso, and Monterey Jack, served with rich au jus. As one guest put it, it’s “life-changing.”Whether sipping craft beer, enjoying a cocktail, or savoring bold flavors, every visit to Lavergne’s Tavern feels like a neighborhood gathering.

A photo of Guinness Open Gate Brewery - Chicago restaurant

2. Guinness Open Gate Brewery - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(149)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Brewery • West Loop

Booked 46 times today

Where 260 years of Irish Brewing expertise meets American beer creativity. Inspired by Chicago, crafted by Guinness. Look out, Chicago.The Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago features a Taproom, Restaurant, and the first ever Guinness Bakery, all located right in the heart of Chicago's West Loop. Come indulge both your curiosity and your tastebuds, while experimenting with a new world of flavor.

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3. Alter Brewing + Kitchen- Oak Brook

4.5

Awesome(202)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Oak Brook

Booked 28 times today

Highlights: Modern design meets brewery chic in our spacious new restaurant. Dazzling chandeliers, a goreous mural, and a beautiful view of the solera are sure to elevate your dining experience.Outdoor Patio: expansive outdoor seating with exterior solera room sightlines gives a whole new meaning to al fresco dining.Full Service: While our beer is certainly the front man of this band, the supporting musicians are excellent players! A full-service kitchen, wine, and spirit program allows not just beer lovers but all to enjoy our carefully curated offerings. Whether you come for the beer, food, wine or spirits we know you’ll stay and come back because of the great times you’ll have.

4. Kaiser Tiger

4.5

Awesome(770)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Loop

Booked 18 times today

Kaiser Tiger opened in May 2014 and has already been nominated as Best Bar by Time Out Chicago and named America's Number 1 Beer Hall by Jetsetter. Sausage, Bacon and Beer are the specialty at this bi-level indoor and outdoor space. Soft baked pretzels, gourmet sausage and unique bacon dishes are on offer along with a killer list of 24 craft beers. In winter you can play Ice Curling in the beer garden.This is the second venture by the guys who brought you Paddy Long's Beer & Bacon Pub in Lakeview.

5. The Publican

4.7

Exceptional(5937)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • West Loop

Booked 78 times today

A homage to oysters, pork and beer, Executive Chef Paul Kahan's eclectic menu is inspired by simple farmhouse fare in a space evocative of a European beer hall.

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6. Beatrix - Fulton Market

4.8

Exceptional(2687)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Loop

Booked 138 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, The Loop and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners Andrew Ashmore, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.

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7. RAMEN-SAN Whisky Bar - Fulton Market

4.8

Exceptional(759)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • West Loop

Booked 50 times today

Ramen-san is a bold and energetic neighborhood joint that slings hot noodles, ice-cold beer and rare expressions of Japanese whisky all to the tune of the best ’90s hip-hop in town. It respects the traditions but keep things uniquely untraditional in its yuzu sake bombs, crispy dumplings, spicy kimchi fried ramen and more. The restaurant is open for lunch, dinner and late-night dining seven days a week.

8. Leña Brava

4.7

Exceptional(1026)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • West Loop

Booked 21 times today

Located in Chicago's West Loop, Leña Brava is a culinary gem celebrating the dynamic flavors of Baja California Norte. Our kitchen, devoted to the art of live-fire cooking, breathes life into dishes that embody the essence of Mexican culinary traditions and the diverse tastes of Baja. Influenced by a fusion of Mexican, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines, our menu transcends conventional boundaries, offering an array of vibrant ceviche, tantalizing agua chiles, succulent flame-kissed Pacifico seabass, and hearty steaks.Under the skilled guidance of Chef Brian Enyart, with over two decades of innovation in Mexican cuisine, we showcase seasonal ingredients, capturing the essence of Mexico and Baja Norte's culinary landscape. Complemented by our open-plan kitchen and curated beverage program, spotlighting an immense mezcal collection and an array of Baja, New and Old World wines, Leña Brava invites guests on a culinary journey, where Mexican tradition harmonizes with innovation.

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9. Forbidden Root Restaurant and Brewery

4.7

Exceptional(51)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Town

Booked 6 times today

At Forbidden Root Restaurant and Brewery, Chicago's first botanic brewery, we brew craft beer inspired by nature. We love barley, water, hops, and yeast, and use those as a base to explore a rich world of wild ingredients.More than just a brewpub, our restaurant and brewery offers seasonal dishes to highlight our craft beers and elevate your over all experience. Voted #1 Brewpub in America in 2022 and nominated again in 2024!

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10. Edelweiss Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(573)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• German • Norridge

Booked 11 times today

Edelweiss German-American Restaurant is one of Chicago’s favorite German restaurants. It has been a family-owned dining destination for over 30 years.The menu features an impressive array of traditional, well-crafted German specialties along with classics like the American steak, chicken and seafood dishes. A gluten free menu and kids menu are also available. We offer 16 beers on tap as well as a variety of craft and international beers, wine and schnapps. Our bar area is an excellent venue to watch sports and play the slot machines while enjoying our daily bar and menu specials.Patio is first come first serve, please call the restaurant to book this reservation.

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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Service was mediocre and the chick had no flavor but the atmosphere and ambience was amazing. Excellent beers as well. Just come here to drink, the kitchen needs a bit of work.
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Guinness Open Gate Brewery - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Brewery• West Loop
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4.6
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KathyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The Publican never disappoints - a lovely dinner filled with fresh and hearty ingredients!
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The PublicanPrice: Expensive• American• West Loop
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4.7
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Ann MarieVIP
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My guests food looked delicious and they seemed to enjoy it. My salad, with perfectly prepared seared tuna was very good. My only complaint was there wasn't much salad and a ton of shredded cabbage, and only 5 leaves of lettuce...so tasty, want more lettuce...
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Alter Brewing + Kitchen- Oak BrookPrice: Moderate• Brewery• Oak Brook
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4.5
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Philip
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 21, 2025
Curling was a ton of fun, the instructor gave us some guidance and we hammered away. We did the bacon board and and pretzel apps both were good, with the bacon being the clear winner. Good beer selections and attentive staff.
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Kaiser TigerPrice: Moderate• American• West Loop
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4.5
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JimVIP
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
Food and service were great. Place can get a bit noisy. But again, it is a bar/restaurant. Saying that, would still go back again in a heartbeat!
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Lavergne's TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Berwyn
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4.5

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