About District Brew Yards
From its Google listing and District Brew Yards' own website, read September 26, 2026.
District Brew Yards is a brewpub on North Ashland Avenue in Chicago's West Loop. Its website calls it the nation's first collective brewery, pour-your-own beer hall and shop under one roof. Google describes a self-serve, cashless bar with 40 taps.
You pour your own beer, as much or as little as you like. Four breweries share the space, and Burnt City Brewing is one of them. The website compares the place to a brewery crawl under one roof.
The kitchen serves BBQ meats, sandwiches and sides in an airy, industrial room. The website also mentions specialty smoked meats and a rotating variety of packaged cans.
Dogs are allowed on the patio. The West Loop location is 21 and over.
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Map
Rating
4.6out of 5
183 Google reviews
Questions people ask
Answers come from its Google listing and District Brew Yards' website, read September 26, 2026.
Can I bring my dog to District Brew Yards?
Yes, on the patio. Its website says dogs are not allowed inside.
Are kids allowed?
No. The West Loop location is 21 and over, and its website asks guests to leave children at home.
Do I need a reservation?
No. The website says it does not take reservations and runs first come, first served. Large groups are welcome to visit.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot and restroom.
Which breweries are close by?
Burnt City Brewing is one of the breweries in the building. Cobra Lounge and All Rise Brewing Company are both 0.2 miles away, and Goose Island Taproom is 0.3 miles away.
Breweries near District Brew Yards
Before you visit District Brew Yards
Expect to pour your own. The bar is self-serve and cashless, so bring a card. There is a full kitchen, and outside food is not allowed.
There are no reservations, so groups are seated first come, first served. Check districtbrewyards.com for the current beer list and food menu before you go. The site also has details on its Suds Club rewards program.
Burnt City Brewing is in the same building. Cobra Lounge and All Rise Brewing Company are 0.2 miles away, and Goose Island Taproom is 0.3 miles away. That makes the walk to your next pour a short one.
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