Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
7/19/2026
Perfect for GroupsCozy Taproom
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent ProprietorProprietor
Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company
320 W Ohio St Ste 501, Chicago, Illinois, 60654-7816
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 Proprietor
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Street parking and bike racks; limited lot stalls.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
5 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.4% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.3% | 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 | 5.1% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
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4.3 ★
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Visitor reviews
Riley Hart
San Diego, California
7/14/2026
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
7/9/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company FAQs
Is Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company dog friendly?
Yes. Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company is dog friendly in Chicago in the taproom.
Does Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company?
Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company have outdoor patio seating?
Veteran Beer Co / Veteran Beverage Company does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.