Brewery Profile

Black Lung Brewing Grayslake

A newer addition to Grayslake’s craft beer landscape, this taproom gives Black Lung Brewing a larger local platform than its original Fox Lake site, with brewing capacity described as doubled compared with that first location. Visitors walking in should expect a brewery setting built around draft beer, casual meals, and community use rather than a destination focused only on packaged beer. The Grayslake venue is part of a small Illinois group that also includes Fox Lake and Round Lake Beach, so it carries some established identity while still serving as the recently opened Grayslake outpost. The food side is more developed than a snack counter, with a gastropub-style menu that has included smash burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, and cheese curds.

Travelers moving through this part of Illinois often look for stops that combine fresh local beer with an easy meal and a place to linger between other plans. Black Lung Brewing Grayslake fits that pattern because it pairs house beer with a full kitchen and a visitor format that supports groups, families, and casual evening plans. Specific beer names and house specialties are best checked at the taproom, since available pours can change and no fixed lineup is provided here. The broader Black Lung operation is associated with handcrafted beer, live events, and local engagement, which makes the Grayslake taproom a reasonable stop for visitors who want a brewery experience tied to the surrounding community rather than a quick bar-only visit.

For practical planning, the Grayslake taproom is listed as family-friendly and dog-friendly, with outdoor seating available. Food trucks are also part of the visitor-facing setup, though the site has its own full kitchen, so it is worth confirming the day’s food arrangement if that matters to your visit. Because details such as hours, event schedules, and the current beer list are not included here, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and any live programming before going. Visitors comparing Black Lung locations should note that the Fox Lake taproom has its own historic building and pub-food arrangement, while Round Lake Beach has separate features such as adult gaming and food-truck partnerships; Grayslake’s draw is the newer taproom, expanded brewing capacity, and kitchen-centered brewery visit.

Black Lung Brewing operates multiple locations in Illinois, including a recently opened taproom in Grayslake as of August 30. This venue features doubled brewing capacity compared to their original Fox Lake location and offers a gastropub-style menu with items such as smash burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, and cheese curds. Founded with a focus on community and quality beer, Black Lung Brewing maintains an emphasis on live events and local engagement. Their Fox Lake taproom, a 124-year-old pre-prohibition style building, serves award-winning beers alongside pub fare from Winston’s Pub Grub. Another site, Route 83 Taproom in Round Lake Beach, supports adult gaming, hosts live music, and partners with local food trucks, associating with nearby Ron’s Italian Kitchen for food options. Collectively, these locations provide handcrafted beers, varied food menus, and community-oriented activities.

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2 S Lake St, Grayslake, IL 60030, USA, Grayslake, Illinois, 60030

Phone: (224) 287-3345

Website: https://www.blacklungbrewing.com/

Hours: Grayslake Taproom Hours and Daily Events: Monday: closed Tuesday: closed (returning 3/10) Wednesday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, Trivia 7:00pm Thursday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, Open Mic Night (2nd Thursday) 7:00pm, Mug Legion Member night. Friday: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Brewaoke 8:30pm (2nd & 4th Friday) Saturday: 12:00pm-11:00pm, Live Music 8pm Sunday: 12:00 am-7:00pm, Football Sundays (1st Sunday Bluegrass Open Jam 3pm) Fox Lake Taproom Hours: Monday – Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 3-11p Saturday: 12-11p Sunday: 12-7p Route 83 Taproom Hours and Daily Events: Monday & Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, Vinyl Night 7:00pm Thursday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, $5 Lung Lights Night & Mug Legion Night. Friday: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Live Music Night 7pm Saturday: 12:00pm-11:00pm, Juke Box Saturdays with themes Sunday: 12:00pm-7:00pm, Football Sundays, 3rd Sunday Prohibition Party

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Black Lung Brewing Grayslake located?
Black Lung Brewing Grayslake is located at 2 S Lake St, Grayslake, IL 60030, USA, Grayslake, Illinois, 60030. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Black Lung Brewing Grayslake's hours?
Current hours are: Grayslake Taproom Hours and Daily Events: Monday: closed Tuesday: closed (returning 3/10) Wednesday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, Trivia 7:00pm Thursday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, Open Mic Night (2nd Thursday) 7:00pm, Mug Legion Member night. Friday: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Brewaoke 8:30pm (2nd & 4th Friday) Saturday: 12:00pm-11:00pm, Live Music 8pm Sunday: 12:00 am-7:00pm, Football Sundays (1st Sunday Bluegrass Open Jam 3pm) Fox Lake Taproom Hours: Monday – Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: 3-11p Saturday: 12-11p Sunday: 12-7p Route 83 Taproom Hours and Daily Events: Monday & Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, Vinyl Night 7:00pm Thursday: 4:00pm-10:00pm, $5 Lung Lights Night & Mug Legion Night. Friday: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Live Music Night 7pm Saturday: 12:00pm-11:00pm, Juke Box Saturdays with themes Sunday: 12:00pm-7:00pm, Football Sundays, 3rd Sunday Prohibition Party. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
Does Black Lung Brewing Grayslake serve food?
Black Lung Brewing Grayslake offers a full kitchen and rotating food trucks. Menus can change seasonally — confirm with the taproom for the day's selection.
Is Black Lung Brewing Grayslake dog-friendly?
Yes. Black Lung Brewing Grayslake welcomes well-behaved dogs. Outdoor and patio seating is the most common pet-friendly area; ask the staff about indoor access on the day of your visit.
How can I learn more about Black Lung Brewing Grayslake?
Visit https://www.blacklungbrewing.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.