About Goose IslandBrewpub
Goose IslandBrewpub is a brewpub on West Blackhawk Street in Chicago. This location is the Salt Shed Brewpub, in the North Branch neighborhood. It is one of two Goose Island spots in the city.
Goose Island began in Chicago in 1988. Founder John Hall took a trip across Europe. He came home and started brewing.
Beers include Goose IPA, Green Line Pale Ale, Honkers Ale, Sofie Belgian-style saison and 312 Beer. The brewery says Bourbon County Brand Stout is the world's first bourbon barrel-aged stout. Check which of them are poured here before you go.
The entrance and restroom are wheelchair accessible. The other Chicago location is the Fulton Street Taproom in West Town.
From Goose Island's own website and its Google listing, read September 26, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Questions people ask
Is this the Salt Shed Brewpub?
Yes. The Salt Shed Brewpub is on Blackhawk Street in the North Branch neighborhood.
How many Goose Island locations are in Chicago?
Two. There is the Salt Shed Brewpub in North Branch and the Fulton St. Taproom in West Town.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
The entrance and the restroom are wheelchair accessible.
When did Goose Island start?
In 1988, when founder John Hall began brewing in Chicago.
Which breweries are close by?
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap is 0.3 miles away. Piece Pizzeria and Brewery and The Perch Kitchen and Tap are each 0.9 miles away. Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery is 1 mile away.
Answers come from Goose Island's website and its Google listing, read September 26, 2026.
Breweries near Goose IslandBrewpub
Before you visit Goose Island
Check gooseisland.com before you go. The visit page lists both Chicago locations, so make sure you read the one for the Salt Shed Brewpub.
Come curious about the beer. The brand makes a wide range, from a pale ale and an IPA to Bourbon County Brand Stout.
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap is only 0.3 miles away, close enough to walk. Piece Pizzeria and Brewery and The Perch Kitchen and Tap are a short drive at 0.9 miles. Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery is 1 mile away.