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Industry Ales, Chicago, IL

Industry Ales

4.7
4.7
60 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
20:30
Booked 23 times today
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Industry Ales is your destination in downtown Chicago for delicious food, brews, and cocktails. Featuring a lunch and dinner menu curated by Chef Steven Kowaleski, an in house brewing program from Head Brewer Michael Gretz, and a full craft cocktail program lead by James VanDerBosch. Stop in to see a nod to Chicago's forgotten history in this new elevated take on the classic brewery. It's located in the heart of the loop, just steps from your favorite iconic Chicago landmarks.

Industry Ales features a dining room, beer hall, as well as two private dining and event spaces. Whether you join us for a quick lunch, group dinner, or after work libations, we are happy to serve you! Don't miss out on our $5 draft beer happy hour or daily specials, follow us on instagram @industryales for our most up to date offerings. Can't wait for you to join us!

Interested in hosting a happy hour or private event? E-mail events@industryales.com to host your next party or gathering with us.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Brewery, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (312) 496-3624
  • Website
    http://www.industryales.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Kowaleski
  • Private party facilities
    We offer two private event spaces, one semi-private mezzanine level great for happy hours, as well as availability for rental of the entire restaurant.
  • Location
    230 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross Street
    On Wabash Ave between Adams and Jackson.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Wabash & Adams El Stop
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Menu

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What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Chicago

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Industry Ales offers a "super cool place" with a great vibe and diverse beer selection. Diners praise the "amazing food," including standout burgers and steak dishes. Though some find service slow, the friendly staff and lively atmosphere make it a popular spot for pre-theatre meals and social gatherings.

60 Reviews

  1. Katherine

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent! Waiter was great but seemed like they might be understaffed. Will go back!

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  2. Jennifer

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing I brought my husband out for his birthday, we truly enjoyed ourselves kudos to the chef. Great customer service for our waitress Ms. Clare. We would highly recommend the food as well as the atmosphere

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  3. Joe

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place had good ambience and we enjoyed our table in the bar area. Food was very good; especially for a brewhouse pub. I can see being here as a regular for sure.

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  4. Jerry

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great venue for getting together with friends and family.

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  5. MARGARET

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional and service was great!!!!a must stop for tourists!!!

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  6. Jeannine

    Central Coast

    36 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was pretty good, service was ok. There was a crummy attitude when one of the members of our party asked for some steak sauce. The server and chef acted as if that was an unreasonable request.

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  7. Bob

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very loud. Food was great but entrees include no sides, and the sides are expensive. Kitchen messed up one order and our server fixed it. Good beer.

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  8. Déjà

    Chicago

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Myra was fabulous and took great care of me!!! I’d definitely return.

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  9. Scott

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good beer, good food, good service., and good atmosphere. I highly recommend check it it out!

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  10. Dan

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was amazing! The restaurant was a little loud, but we adjusted. The beers were great, although the menu choices were a little limited. We would definitely go back!

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Industry Ales is rated 4.7 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
20:30
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Industry Ales

230 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    On Wabash Ave between Adams and Jackson.
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Brewery, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Wabash & Adams El Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Kowaleski
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Website
    http://www.industryales.com/
  • Phone number
    (312) 496-3624
  • Private party facilities
    We offer two private event spaces, one semi-private mezzanine level great for happy hours, as well as availability for rental of the entire restaurant.
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