About Decatur Brew Works
Decatur Brew Works is a brewery and taproom on East William Street in Decatur, Illinois. Its website calls it Decatur's first brewery. It says the brewery was founded in 2015 and opened its taproom in January 2016.
The taproom is in the historic Library Block building, according to the website. You can sit inside at small or long tables, or outside at beer hall table seating.
The beer runs from lagers to Belgian ales and every style in between. For people who skip beer, it also offers cider, wine, non-alcohol beer, spirit-based ready to drink drinks and soft drinks. The brewery says its menu changes all the time.
Guests are encouraged to bring their own food. The website suggests a brown bag meal, takeout from local restaurants or food trucks, and snacks are sold at the register. It is one of the most reviewed beer spots in Decatur on this site.
From Decatur Brew Works' own website and its Google listing, read October 22, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Can I bring my own food to Decatur Brew Works?
Yes. Its website encourages you to bring food, order takeout from local restaurants or use food trucks. Snacks are also sold at the register.
Does Decatur Brew Works host events?
Its events calendar has listed trivia, open mic nights and live music. The website points visitors to its Facebook page for upcoming events.
Can I book a private event there?
Yes. The website asks you to email decaturbrewworks@gmail.com to schedule an event, even if the brewery is closed that day. Include what the event is for, a phone number, expected attendance and any special requests.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Which breweries are close by?
Door 4 Brewing Co. is 1.1 miles away. Golden Fox Brewing, LLC is 2.5 miles away.
Answers come from Decatur Brew Works' website and its Google listing, read October 22, 2026.
Breweries near Decatur Brew Works
Before you visit Decatur Brew Works
Plan your meal before you come, because the taproom invites you to bring your own. Takeout from a local restaurant is welcome, and snacks are sold at the register.
Check decaturbrewworks.com and the brewery's Facebook page for upcoming events before you go. The beer menu changes often, so ask what is new when you walk in.
Door 4 Brewing Co. is 1.1 miles away. Golden Fox Brewing, LLC is 2.5 miles away, so a second stop is easy.