Brewery Profile

Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago

In Chicago, a city with a large and varied beer scene, Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago is best understood as a stop tied to a nationally recognized craft brewery rather than a small neighborhood-only operation. A visitor should not assume that the Chicago experience matches the company’s Petaluma, California beer sanctuary, which is the only location described in the provided details. When walking in, the most reliable point of orientation is the taproom itself: the bar, menu board, or staff can confirm what is currently pouring, whether any site-specific beers are available, and how the space is operating that day.

Travelers in the Chicago area often look for breweries that show a range of styles, from familiar hop-forward beers to seasonal or experimental releases. A stop at Lagunitas can fit that kind of itinerary if the goal is to compare a larger craft brewery’s offerings with the city’s many smaller taprooms and brewpubs. The known Petaluma operation uses a dedicated 15-barrel brewhouse for one-off specials and reworked versions of established beers, but no equivalent Chicago production details are provided here. For that reason, visitors interested in exclusives should ask directly what is brewed or served on site.

Practical planning should be based on current information from the Chicago taproom before visiting. The known amenities apply specifically to Petaluma: daily public hours, regular trivia on Wednesdays, Music Bingo on Thursdays, early-evening event timing, and permission for pets on the premises. Those details should not be assumed for Chicago unless the location confirms them. Before making plans around a group visit, a pet, a special event, or a particular beer, check the day’s hours and pours with the taproom. That approach keeps expectations realistic and leaves room to work the stop into a broader Chicago brewery outing.

The Lagunitas Brewing Company operates a taproom and beer sanctuary in Petaluma, California, which features a dedicated 15-barrel brewhouse for specialized production. This smaller system focuses on brewing one-off specials and reimagined versions of established favorites that are exclusive to the location, supplementing the standard Lagunitas portfolio. The facility is open daily and hosts regular community events, including trivia on Wednesdays and Music Bingo on Thursdays, typically scheduled in the early evening. The taproom permits pets on the premises.

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2607 W 17th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA, Chicago, Illinois, 60608

Phone: 707.284.1020

Website: https://lagunitas.com/taproom/chicago

Hours: TapRoom: Sun - Thurs: 12pm - 7pm; Fri & Sat: 12pm - 8pm. Food Trucks on Mon - Thurs, Kitchen open Fri - Sun. Schwag Shop: Mon & Tues: 12pm - 6pm (closed for lunch from 3pm-3:30pm); Weds, Thurs, Sun: 12pm - 7pm; Fri & Sat: 12pm - 8pm.

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago.

Beer Styles at Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago

Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes IPA, Stout, Seltzer, Hazy IPA, Sour Ale, Barleywine, Lager, Session Pale Ale, Festbier, Pilsner, Pale Wheat Ale, and Ale. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Lagunitas Chicago Daily Tours and Tastings

    Oct 7, 2026

    Daily tours and tastings at Lagunitas Chicago including access to the tap room and retail shop with frequent live music. No reservations needed and tours are free.

  • Lagunitas Brewing Company Tours and Tastings

    Oct 7, 2026

    Daily tours and tastings at Lagunitas Chicago featuring a tap room, retail shop, and frequent live music. No reservations needed for free tours; check website for timings.

  • Half Acre Beer Company Saturday Tours

    Oct 10, 2026

    Weekly tours every Saturday at Half Acre Beer Company in North Center. Cost is $10, cash only, includes three pours and a souvenir glass. Arrive early!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago located?
Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago is located at 2607 W 17th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA, Chicago, Illinois, 60608. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago's hours?
Current hours are: TapRoom: Sun - Thurs: 12pm - 7pm; Fri & Sat: 12pm - 8pm. Food Trucks on Mon - Thurs, Kitchen open Fri - Sun. Schwag Shop: Mon & Tues: 12pm - 6pm (closed for lunch from 3pm-3:30pm); Weds, Thurs, Sun: 12pm - 7pm; Fri & Sat: 12pm - 8pm.. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago?
Visit https://lagunitas.com/taproom/chicago 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.