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Suburban breweries worth a sip
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BY NATALIE DEL PRA
hicago is full of great breweries, but they’re often packed on weekends. Want to grab a brew without the entire neighborhood joining you? Consider traveling outside of the city to one of the lesser-known, but still delicious brew pubs the suburbs has to offer. Here are a few faves worth checking out for a girls’ night out or date night, but some are also really family friendly. Chances are, you’ll find a new favorite spot to hang this fall.
Sketchbook Brewing Co.
Tucked away in an alley in Evanston, Sketchbook is unassuming, but don’t let the facade fool you. Enjoy the brewery’s rotating list of 16 brews while hanging out in its hip and artsy taproom, which is decorated using recycled materials. Need a midday break? Sketchbook hosts a Lazy Lunch Happy Hour noon-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday where pints are just $5. And don’t worry about leaving the little ones at home while you grab a drink—this brewery is familyfriendly and they even have card games available for kids to play. Top Brew Pick: Honeybird Pale Ale, which is brewed with honey and basil.
28 October 2018 ChicagoParent.com
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