About Blume & Ferris Public House
Blume & Ferris Public House is an Irish pub and brewery on Curtiss Street in Downers Grove. Its website describes an authentic Irish pub with handcrafted beer and traditional fare. The story runs from Castlecomer in Ireland to Illinois, and the site credits two founders.
The house draught follows Irish brewing traditions. The menu lists a dry Irish stout called Black Seam, a red ale, an English pub ale, a lager and a hefeweizen. Guest taps, wine, house-made orange and lemon sodas and Irish whiskey round out the list.
The website says it partnered with Rachel Blume on the food menu. She is a local private chef and caterer. The site calls the menu simple and hearty, and matched to whatever is brewing.
Live music is a big part of the week. Trad sessions run every Thursday night, and bands play on select Friday and Saturday nights. It is one of the most reviewed beer spots in Downers Grove on this site.
From Blume & Ferris Public House's own website and its Google listing, read October 19, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Map
Questions people ask
Is there live music at Blume & Ferris Public House?
Yes. The website lists an open trad session every Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 PM. It also says bands and musicians play on select Friday and Saturday nights.
Can I bring my dog?
No. The website says the patio is not dog friendly because of the onsite kitchen.
Where do I park?
The website says there are 33 parking spots at the back of the building, shared with a neighbor. Overflow parking is on Chase Ave. west of the building, or in the Metra lots to the north.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Google lists a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Which breweries are close by?
Alter Brewing Company is 0.2 miles away. Goldfinger Brewing Company is 2.1 miles away, Ike & Oak Brewing Company is 2.2 miles away, and Lucky Monk is 2.9 miles away.
Answers come from Blume & Ferris Public House's website and its Google listing, read October 19, 2026.
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Before you visit Blume & Ferris
Come early on Thursday. The website says the trad session is the busiest night of the week. Musicians of any level are welcome to join in.
The main pub entrance is on the east side of the building, parallel to Belmont Rd. Check blumeandferris.com for the draught list, which it updates weekly. The kitchen keeps its own hours, so look before you plan dinner.
Alter Brewing Company is 0.2 miles away, which makes an easy second stop. Goldfinger Brewing Company is 2.1 miles away, and Ike & Oak Brewing Company is 2.2 miles away.