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Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
(Now Closed)American Restaurant, Brewery, and Bar$$$$
Near North Side, Chicago
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Sam WellmanMay 19, 2013The bun on my Laredo burger was phenomenally soft and delicious. I ate and drank so much here, but I can honestly say that I neither went into comatose nor wanted to kill myself for eating so much.
Shannon JeropkeJuly 24, 2012Between the games on the TV and the Pool tables this place is great for a night out, and because they serve food all night they don't card at the door. You still have to be 21 to drink though ;)
Cindy OlJune 9, 2017Good home brew. Huge space - great for work group happy hours. Awesome roof top bar patio space.
sydney sMarch 1, 2015Lobster and shrimp enchilada was amazing, and do not leave without trying their IPA. They have all their beers on top, and the bar has such a good vibe.
Jodi HamiltonAugust 18, 2017Beers are nothing special, but the food GREAT!I had a deliciously juicy cooked perfectly rare steak with the mushroom sauce and fries. DELISH!
Heather McMillanJune 18, 2013Fabulous customer service. Mentioned that my son's steak was a little spicy (after he ate most of it), manager came by and took it off the bill. Very impressed!
Ashton AJay MinorDecember 29, 2011Try the Hickory BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger - I thought the burger was excellent. Had to add some avocado to make it healthier, but it was excellent. Would definitely order it again.
Tana BabcockMarch 29, 2016Really delicious mac and cheese - you can't go wrong. Also the nachos!!! Holy sh*t they are damn good.
Sarah BlackJuly 11, 2013Mac and cheese is fantastic! Great place to go for a friendly dinner mid-week. Not too crowded, loud music, and a few big screens.
Kristopher WeissDecember 9, 2014Great guac - different than any I've had. Lobster/crab enchiladas - muy bueno. Key lime dessert in a Mason jar? F--- yes.
House craft beer sampler is a must!!! Pairs well with artichoke and crab dip...and likely lots of other appetizers.
Angie OsmanskiMarch 21, 2016Your classic chain restaurant. During the spring-fall they have a great rooftop bar, it gets busy pretty quickly.- Kristopher WeissJuly 3, 2015The service was fast and friendly, even when inundated with crowds in town for the Dead shows. Food remains outstanding.
vakaminskiyAugust 28, 2014They do have a nice roof lounge! Nothing spectacular, but just nice! If you are up for a beer go for a White Ale! It's really mild, not bitter and tasty!- Rooftop bar is crowded (popular) - not fun for a single whose not trolling. Food is great, beer outstanding. Service is good, prices reasonable.
M MWDecember 9, 2014Lobster and shrimp enchiladas are out of control good. Try the guacamole, too. It's fresh and very tasty.
QC Industries ConveyorsSeptember 19, 2014Good beer. Good food. Good atmosphere. This is one of the spots we always hit when we're in town.
Shanlie Ann 🍃 @chi_shanJuly 1, 2012Rooftop!,,,,,strung lights, good brew, great friends....love. This chi-town spot! Get there early or have good seat mojo:)
Mayer MurphyJuly 9, 2013Love this place! The bartenders are not only knowledgable but some of the best bartenders I've come across in chi!
Ramiro Munoz-GarcíaNovember 10, 2012Mug Club gets you more beer for your buck! Beer tastings are a must! Gray place to watch multiple sports games...plenty of flat screens
Alison SteeleJune 21, 2015Nice rooftop bar and beer selection- standard bar food. Service was a bit slow. Def get the Mac and cheese though!
Tony BlankSeptember 27, 2014Rock bottom accurately describes their beers, though some beer is better than no beer. Nice roof beer garden though.
Stephanie MattosDecember 25, 2013They can handle large parties with the greatest of ease. Come ready to eat; even their appetizers are suitable meals.
UntappdAugust 24, 2012Great food and beer bar right near the waterfront. Tons of space and TVs. Try the freshly brewed beer!
Marcel EJune 13, 2015Their menu at the bar is either different from the restaurant or they changed it and it's not up to date on Foursquare. Also, their late night bar menu is very limited.
Katarina KatsmaDecember 29, 2015Rock Bottom is always a great pick. They've got a wide selection sure to please everyone.
Always ask to sample the new brew on tap...it's normally pretty good. The Winter Tartan Scottish Ale was great.- Edward MansonApril 19, 2019Great beer selection and good food. Worth a visit if you're into you crafts.
Aleah NicholeMay 12, 2016Roof top, on point for a casual drink. Especially if you're near the Marriott near by!
Don DavisSeptember 18, 2014Try a flight of beers you will be happy with the ride your tatesbuds go on.
Augie RayJanuary 20, 2018Great place to walk out after being ignored for ten minutes by bartenders who refuse to make eye contact.
Gotta have the Kolsch!! It's a nice light brew easy on the pallet, with a nice kick!
Danielle PlecashAugust 20, 2012Liked the shrimp and lobster tacos, didn't like the rice and beans side. Would recommend subbing for the chips!
Awesome place. Beer samplers is a must!! Next time i go i gona hit up the rooftop. When u leave make sure yo by a growler of your favorite beer to go,
Michael DorseyAugust 3, 2016Staff wasn't very attentive to their customers. After we ordered around 1045 were told they didn't have it since the late night menu started at 11. Got appetizer AFTER our meal.
Robert MeszarosAugust 24, 2016Rooftop full of people. Good food. Home brewed beer ok. People watching is best.
William RamirezNovember 12, 2012I love this place because of the cheap beer and afterwards you can literally fall into the subway.
Doug McCulloughSeptember 18, 2014Red Ale the best. Rich amber ale with a good hopping flavor. Burgers are the best.
- Shannon JeropkeFebruary 16, 2011Try the 2am burger! It's really good. Also make sure you get the kettle chips as you're side. They are fantastic!
Kelly O.November 11, 2011Get the soft pretzels as an appetizer and a burger for your meal. Best things on the menu!
Brian FlatleyJuly 22, 2016Ask for James. He helped us stay dry when we were leaving during a heavy rainstorm.
Neophytes like to gripe that this place isn't as good since Pete Crowley left (for Haymarket). There's no satisfying some twits. Seasonals are solid. Stick to them. Food is OK. ☞ Free wi-fi.
Time Out ChicagoSeptember 14, 2010Just a drunken stumble from the Grand Red Line station, this sporty brewpub offers six house-brewed beers to sip on. Read more
Get 'em plain. They're better without all that sloppy sauce.
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Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
1 W Grand Ave (at N State St)
Chicago, IL 60610
United States
Chicago, IL 60610
United States
Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery is a welcoming and engaging craft beer experience with a variety of unique craft beer freshly brewed on site to pair with our popular American crave-able food like our Brewery Nachos Bacon Chicken Mac n’ Cheese, Fish and Chips and Bacon Cheddar Burger.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(312) 755-9339
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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