May 17, 2012
Probably the best place near Michigan ave for craft beer. A skinny place with a long bar. Selection is ok, but nothing special for Chicago. Service was good and I did not have any food if there even is any. A bit heavy on price.

August 28, 2011
This bar is about as good as it gets for the area, which, unfortunately, isn’t saying much. The ambiance is fairly "divey" with some TV’s around, showing sports. The service that I have gotten there is prompt and friendly. As far as value is concerned, the prices are pretty much the same as anywhere in Chicago, which is pretty awesome for this downtown location. The selection is better than your average bar, but not as great as some spots in the city. Overall, this is a great bar for the area, but an average bar for the quality that Chicago has to offer.

May 24, 2011
Finally made it into this place. Not a ton of stuff in the area, so it’s worth a stop in. Ton of Two Brothers stuff on tap and plenty of selection. Booze is also deep as well. Pretty old school beer bar vibe but the service was pretty awful when I was there. Not really that great.

May 1, 2011
Great beer, no kitchen but free food for happy hour. Plus, what else do you need but pretzel sticks? Beer garden is big.

March 31, 2011
This had decent BA reviews then I recently say it in the all about beer traveler issue ranked as the 52nd bar you have to go to, so I finally made the trip over. Two words and two phrases for you all, OVER-RATED and AVOID IT. This place was beyond disappointing. The atmosphere was horrible, unless you are an old school Chicagoan who finds the cheesy mafia style Italian steakhouses appealing. Its old inside, little charm at all, all wood, then somehow think its the right place for video games such as golden tee. The staff are all in ugly black outfits, just terrible. Staff is not terrible friendly or knowledgeable. I asked what’s tasting good guy and the guy just started at me. The quality and selection are garbage. Yes, they do have several craft breweries represented but they are alongside Miller, Bud light and corona. The beers from the breweries are terrible. They are all easy to find regular local staples. They aren’t bad beers but nothing I can’t go to the local store and get. If I was from out of town, maybe it would be ok for 2 seconds. I get the feeling this place is more for whiskey and vodka as they have great lists for both. If you want liquour you might give this place a shot, if not avoid at all costs as with so many better options in Chicago are are surely wasting your time.

November 29, 2010
I visited this place on a weekday evening. Had a weird mix of people, but a decent beer selection. Most of the beer is rather easy to find at other places around town though. The bartender wasn’t very on top of things. One of the better places in the vicinity, but pretty average overall.

October 10, 2010
a comfortable room with an old(er) world feel. even on a saturday night where outside the door the world roars it remains comfortable inside, a haven of beer without the downtown chaos. the help is largely beer oriented and selection rarely disappoints. not at all what i expected, and i will be back.

August 11, 2010
Always worth a stop in the River North area. It’s an oasis from the chi-chi elements of the neighborhood. Fairly down to earth crowd, a little noisy after work, but weekends are pretty pleasant. Last weekend we had the beer garden all to ourselves, which was pretty nice. Even a hop bine grew on the edge of the patio. Brewing-themed murals on the back wall. Very classy dark wood interior, elements suggest an old-time "ale house" how it may have looked years ago. Luckily the selection is contemporary. Always a 3 Floyds or 2 Brothers seasonal or specialty on tap. Cask ale on the last visit was 2 Bros. Bitter End. Also enjoyed a draft Fantabulous Resplendence served in a snifter. There are a number of Wild Blossom meads in small bottles available here (five +1 not on the menu), which I haven’t seen elsewhere. Selection is focused on US craft beer and regional stuff. Chalkboard is fairly current, look for the printed menus laying around for the most current selection. Bourbon & Scotch selection here is also top notch. The owner can usually be found tending the bar, and gives good reccomendations. Service is always quick and friendly. They have hosted beer related events in the past, such as the release party for 2 Brothers 10 Kriek. This beer bar seems to be a popular destination for travelers staying downtown...be sure to also hit Rock Bottom & Binny’s while in the area.

July 11, 2010
Stopped in on a thursday afternoon. only a couple people in the place. clean. some free raw vegetables and some other food available. bartender seemed distracted, talking to a pal the whole time. was drunk.

April 14, 2010
Visited while out of town on business as I had never been on previous visits to Chicago - typically visit the Map Room and I would suggest doing the same if you have time. Clark Street Alehouse is very nice, has great service, and the beer selection is good although a little too focused on the midwest for my liking. Unfortunately they do not serve any food but do have a fantastic selection of spirits so in the event you are with people that do not like beer, this is a great place to still meet their needs. I will be visiting again because of their taps of Two Brothers in particular.