Brewery Profile

Macushla Brewing Co.

In Glenview’s beer scene, this is a neighborhood brewery rather than a destination built around a large production story or a list of accolades. A visitor walking in can expect the focus to be on beer made for drinking on site, with a range of craft styles available rather than a single narrowly defined specialty. The setting functions as a local gathering place within the community, so the experience is tied as much to the room and the people using it as to the taps. Food is also part of the visit, with offerings sourced from local suppliers, giving guests a way to make the stop more than a quick beer.

Travelers in the Chicago-area suburbs often look for breweries that show how craft beer fits into everyday neighborhood life: a current tap list, an informal place to sit, and a reason to stay for a while. A stop here fits that pattern. Since no specific beer names or flagship styles are provided, the useful approach is to see it as a place to sample from whatever range is being poured that day. The regular live music programming also gives the brewery a second role, especially for visitors who prefer an evening stop with an event attached rather than a quiet tasting-room-only visit.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, food options, and music schedule. The known amenities are straightforward: on-site craft beer, food from local suppliers, and live music as part of the brewery’s programming. Details such as hours, reservations, patio seating, parking, private events, or family and dog policies are not established here, so they should be checked directly before visiting. For someone spending time in Glenview, Macushla Brewing Co. is best understood as a local brewery stop where the current beer list, available food, and event calendar shape the visit.

Located in Glenview, Illinois, Macushla Brewing Co. functions as a local community brewery within the neighborhood context. The facility produces a range of craft beer styles for on-site consumption. In addition to brewing operations, the establishment offers food sourced from local suppliers. The venue also hosts live music events as part of its regular programming schedule.

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1516 E Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60025, USA, Glenview, Illinois, 60025

Phone: (847) 730-5199

Website: http://macushlabeer.com/

Hours: ["Monday: Closed","Tuesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM","Wednesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM","Thursday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM","Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM","Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM","Sunday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM"]

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Music Bingo Monday

    Oct 12, 2026

    Mix Tape Music Bingo every Monday from 6pm to 8pm with $5 pints of select beers from 4pm to 8pm plus alternating food menus from Fernando's Street Kitchen and Flyin' Hawaiian.

  • Mocktails 101

    Oct 12, 2026

    A mocktail class at Solemn Oath Still Life where participants learn to make low and no alcohol drinks. Free to attend with $10 mocktail flights and $4 Stay Blue Sparkling Water ca…

  • Drink and Draw

    Oct 12, 2026

    An evening of creativity at Beermiscuous with open drawing time, prompts, and tips. Enjoy brews and good vibes from 7 to 10 pm every Monday.

  • Off Color Tasting Tuesday

    Oct 13, 2026

    Off Color Brewing hosts a tasting at Beermiscuous from 5:30 pm to 8 pm featuring Sahti (Bare Bear), Apex Predator Saison, and Juicy Beer for Burgers Pale Ale.

  • SINGO - Music Bingo at RT66 Old School Brewing

    Oct 13, 2026

    Free music bingo on Tuesdays at RT66 Old School Brewing with themed songs, prizes, and food at Nelly's. Donations of non-perishables encouraged for Kuzma Care Cottage.

  • Brewery Bingo with Phase Three

    Oct 13, 2026

    Bingo nights at The Open Bottle Lockport featuring Phase Three brewery beers, a special tasting night, happy hour, prizes, and a monthly leaderboard. Featuring Phase Three tasting…

  • Tuesday Night Trivia Contest - Elmhurst!

    Oct 13, 2026

    Trivia nights every other Tuesday at 93 Octane Brewery Elmhurst. Join friends for prizes, laughs, and good times starting at 6:30 pm.

  • Trivia Tuesdays

    Oct 13, 2026

    Weekly trivia games held on Tuesdays, with rounds starting at 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

  • Open Mic

    Oct 26, 2026

    An open mic night held on the last Thursday of each month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Macushla Brewing Co. located?
Macushla Brewing Co. is located at 1516 E Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60025, USA, Glenview, Illinois, 60025. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Macushla Brewing Co.'s hours?
Current hours are: ["Monday: Closed","Tuesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM","Wednesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM","Thursday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM","Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM","Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM","Sunday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM"]. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Macushla Brewing Co.?
Visit http://macushlabeer.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.