Crystal Lake Brewing

150 N Main St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA

Address:	150 N Main St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA
Phone:	+1 779-220-9288
Site:	crystallakebrew.com
Rating:	4.7
Working:	Closed 4–10PM 4–10PM 4–10PM 3PM–12AM 12PM–12AM 12–9PM

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Kyle Dahl

Overall: Good local brewery option, with games and a patio. The good: I only had the amber ale, but also tried the IPA, and both were very tasty. I dont think anyone was disappointed with their choices. The patio is a nice addition to the rest of the great atmosphere. Nothing too gimmicky or fancy, which is nice. Bring your own food - Im always a fan. We got greasy pizza from down the street. Service was friendly and attentive. The not-so-good: Patio is a little cramped in terms of layout and space, but thats about it in terms of negatives. Atmosphere: 9/10 Service: 9/10

Kali Thomas

I love this place!! I like having a drink with friends, but I hate the bar scene... this is totally different. Everyone is very relaxed. Never super loud (unless they have a band... then its extremely loud). I love that you can play board games and have food delivered; those two things make it an ideal place to hangout. Only downside for me is that I dont really like IPAs or super "hoppy" beers, so I am usually limited to their rotating menu (not their 4 main beers). So, usually when I have something I really like it is gone the next week for something new.

Karl m

Great atmosphere. I came here with my mom and my wife on a Saturday night. It was much less busy than usual according to Google, probably because it was the same weekend as the Crystal Lake 4th of July festival. Large selection of in house brewed beer. "Interesting place," says my wife. I got the Beach Blonde which was light and refreshing. I will be coming back here!

Anthony Lazarus

This is by far my favorite place to come enjoy a few pints. The staff is always welcoming and friendly. The beers never disappoint and the atmosphere is great. Come by yourself and meet someone new or bring the crew and enjoy. You wont be disappointed!

Matt Urquhart

Great little micro brewery. Love the atmosphere. Board games and indoor bag toss area. The brewery tour was good too. Interesting to see behind the scenes. Good in house beer selections.

Melissa Goodwin Dooley

Great home brewed beer at decent prices. The wait staff and owners are friendly & fun making a pleasant atmosphere. No food served but you can bring your own or have food delivered!

Cody Engel

The bar seemed fairly laid back and the different beers on tap were delicious. However the atmosphere wasnt quite for me, it felt more like a surgery room than a brewery.

Chris Fugiel

Ive been to all the local breweries -- Emmetts, Scorched Earth, etc. so far Crystal Lake Brewery is my favorite. Their OKtoberfest is phenomenal

Rob Pento

They try new brews often. The wine-beer was interesting. I enjoy their ambition to try new things and experiment.

Jonathan Stassen

The brewers are lacking a full rounded flavor and aromas. Would love to see a wider range of beers offered.

Richard Passavant

Fantastic beers, great atmosphere and food truck Friday. Also pet friendly if your dogs are also laid back

Laurie Cross

Love the owners and staff. Great beers, bring your own food. Very friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

Michael B

Great beers! Could use some acoustic dampening as it does get loud during peak hours.