Rockford Beer Establishments

Exploring local flavor with 6 craft beer venues in Rockford, IL.

Prairie St Brewing Co

brewery

200 Prairie St, Rockford, IL, 61107

Opens today at 11:00 AM

8.13Rating

Urban Forest Craft Brewing

bar

6551 E Riverside Blvd Ste #112, Rockford, IL, 61114

Opens today at 3:00 PM

5.58Rating

Carlyle Brewing Company

brewery

215 East State Street, Rockford, IL, 61104

Opens today at 3:00 PM

No ratings

Granite City Food & Brewery Rockford

breweryClosed

7140 Harrison Ave, STE 108, Rockford, IL, 61112

No ratings

Prairie Street Brewing

brewery

200 Prairie St, Rockford, IL, 61107

Opens today at 11:00 AM

No ratings

Urban Forest Craft Brewing

brewery

6551 E Riverside Blvd, Rockford, IL, 61114

Opens today at 3:00 PM

No ratings

Urban Forest Craft Brewing5.6
Had a beer only. I don't know if they serve food as they were so crowded on the inside, I had to sit on a picnic table on the side of the building. The beer was average. Being on the side of the building made it hard to get service. Luckily the only other table on the side of the building had someone come for another round. Sitting on the side of the building sucked. The inside was happening but I wasn't a local. Didn't fit in. I don't remember the price of the beer but I think it was average. This place is in a strip mall with multiple ways to get at the brewery.
Prairie St Brewing Co8.1
Visited strictly for the opening time and food. Was there shortly after opening. The bartender was still getting things setup for the day. Ordered Korean friend chicken bowl based on suggestion from the bartender. Outstanding! Crispy with a touch of zing, then the medley of rice and vegetables that provided depth. Filling. I had a beer, it was good but not out of site. Only had time for one. Would like to try others Having a bartender that is recovering from a hang over doesn't always go well. But I was out for a day of American craft brewery fun. Messed up the order and was a bit busy with setup. Nonetheless, she got the order correct, taking the blame. Place is in the old Rockford Brewing Company building. It is an enormous, old, red brick building that is right on the Rock River. Huge spaces inside and a patio that had to be 30 feet wide by 150 feet long. The architecture was fantastic. Would like to be there when a bit more crowded to get a better vibe. Beers were a dollar cheaper than anything by me. That's about a 13% savings. I like a bargain. Food was just about par for most places in Northern Illinois. If I didn't have to drive around a parade, getting there would even be easier. Parking could be a problem on busy day as there is also a boat launch there.