Brewery Profile
Imperial Oak Brewing Co
In Willow Springs, a visit to this brewery adds a small-batch stop to a village beer scene that is more low-key than the larger brewery corridors around the Chicago area. When visitors walk in, the main draw is the beer board rather than a long list of side attractions. Imperial Oak Brewing Co. operates on a focused 7-barrel system, which points to a brewery built around frequent brewing and close attention to individual batches. The tap list changes, so a first visit is less about ordering a fixed flagship and more about seeing what is pouring that day. The original location, near Willow Springs Road and Archer, gives travelers a specific destination for trying beer made on site in a setting centered on variety and experimentation.
Visitors seeking craft beer in this region often look for rotating taps, stronger seasonal pours, and barrel-aged options that may not travel widely beyond the taproom. This is where the brewery fits well into a trip: its list covers a range of styles, but its identity is especially tied to imperial-strength beers and carefully aged barrel selections. That does not mean every pour will be high alcohol or barrel-driven, but those categories are a meaningful part of what makes the stop distinctive. For travelers comparing several breweries in the western and southwestern suburbs, Imperial Oak is best approached as a place to sample what the brewers are currently exploring rather than a place to chase a single known beer.
Practical planning should start with the current tap list, since the brewery’s offerings are described as ever-changing. If you are hoping for a particular style, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours before or during the visit. Known details point to the original Willow Springs location near Willow Springs Road and Archer, but other visit specifics such as food service, outdoor seating, reservations, event schedules, and family or pet policies should be checked directly with the brewery. The most reliable expectation is a small-batch brewery experience built around fresh draft selections, with an emphasis on complexity, rotating styles, and periodic barrel-aged or imperial offerings.
Tucked away in Willow Springs, Illinois, Imperial Oak Brewing Co. operates on a focused 7-barrel system, prioritizing quality and complexity above all else. While they maintain an ever-changing tap list covering diverse styles, their true passion shines through in their robust imperial-strength offerings and carefully aged barrel selections. Visit their original location near Willow Springs Road and Archer to experience a small-batch brewery committed to putting the beer first.
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501 Willow Blvd Ste 108, Willow Springs, Illinois, 60480-1710
Phone: 7083305096
Website: http://www.imperialoakbrewing.com
Hours: Continue reading for locations, hours, and parking info.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.
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Weekly Bingo Thursdays in Brookfield
Oct 7, 2026
Bingo night every Thursday at 7pm in Brookfield with free play and good prizes.
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Winter Trivia League at Riverlands Brewing Co.
Oct 8, 2026
Trivia league started January 8 and runs Thursdays through May 21 with weekly trivia nights at Riverlands Brewing Co. Finals on June 6 at Soundgrowler Brewing.
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Weekly Bingo in Brookfield
Oct 8, 2026
Join us weekly in our Brookfield taproom for a fun night of Bingo. This event takes place every Thursday evening.
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Bingo Night in Brookfield
Oct 8, 2026
Join us every Thursday in Brookfield for Bingo night. A fun social event for all that enjoy the game and great beer.
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Five Squared Pizza Food Popup
Oct 9, 2026
Midwest Coast Brewing Co. hosts Five Squared Pizza popup every Friday 5-9 pm.
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Yoga at Willow Springs
Oct 10, 2026
Relax and unwind with yoga sessions every Sunday at Willow Springs. Perfect way to start your week.
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Beer and Yoga Sundays in Willow Springs
Oct 11, 2026
60 minute guided yoga lesson every Sunday from 10am-11am in the Willow Springs Savage Oak Room followed by a cool down pint.
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Weekly Yoga (Willow Springs)
Oct 11, 2026
Join us weekly for Yoga at our Willow Springs location on Sundays.
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Weekly Trivia at Both Locations
Oct 11, 2026
Live trivia at the brewery weekly: Mondays at 7pm in Brookfield and Wednesdays at 7pm in Willow Springs, no reservation needed.
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Weekly Trivia in Brookfield
Oct 11, 2026
Join us weekly for live trivia at our Brookfield location on Mondays at 7:00 pm. Assemble your team or join one, no reservations needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Imperial Oak Brewing Co located?
- Imperial Oak Brewing Co is located at 501 Willow Blvd Ste 108, Willow Springs, Illinois, 60480-1710. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
- What are Imperial Oak Brewing Co's hours?
- Current hours are: Continue reading for locations, hours, and parking info.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
- How can I learn more about Imperial Oak Brewing Co?
- Visit http://www.imperialoakbrewing.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.