Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
8/12/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove
5200 Main St, Downers Grove, Illinois, 60515-4688
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
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
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7 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.4% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.3% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.8% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| 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 | 6.6% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.4% | 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 | 7.2% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
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4.6 ★
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Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/7/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Riley Hart
San Diego, California
7/18/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/13/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/8/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove FAQs
Is Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove dog friendly?
Yes. Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove is dog friendly in Downers Grove in the taproom.
Does Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove?
Yes — Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove 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 Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove have outdoor patio seating?
Emmett's Brewing Co - Downers Grove does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.
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