Sketchbook Brewing Company

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821 Chicago Ave
Evanston, IL 60202
Sketchbook believes beer is art you can drink. Inspired by the loyalty of their 400+ members and the sheer fun of creating a wide range of historical and adventurous beer styles, Sketchbook considers their brewery a yeast studio. They are fiercely devoted to building beer by hand, right in the heart of Evanston. Flagship brews include Orange Door IPA, Snowy Owl Red Rye Ale, and Night Game Double IPA. Recent recognition includes international awards (silver medal in Copa Cervezas de América) and Design Awards for their intimate Tap Room (Design Evanston, Excellence in Interior Design, 2017).

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4.5108 reviews
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Jane R.
11/9/2025

Spacious interior! I had a great time here for a work event--the service was impeccable! There were plenty of spots to sit, both for small and large groups, making it a perfect place for events or...

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Jill H.
2/17/2025

Great ambiance with lots of seating. When we arrived several folks were enjoying good conversation at the bar and the bartender was friendly. I'm less of a beer person than my husband. I know...

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Phaedra W.
7/9/2024

Sketchbook Brewing is a favorite place for my husband and I to pop into when we have a Wednesday off together every now and then. They have a fabulous rotation of craft beers, and the bartenders...

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Kate S.
12/6/2024

I hadn't been here since they expanded yet again -- not to date myself, but I remember when they didn't have a tap room at all and you literally had to come in through the back alley. Now they...

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Ryan S.
5/28/2025

Always a solid place to try a bunch of beers. We came for music bingo, and had a great time, even though we didn't win anything.

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