A vibrant bar and restaurant in the heart of Michigan Avenue, offering full views of the city from our glassed-in dining room and expansive patio.
Mon | 11am - 10pm |
Tues | 11am - 10pm |
Wed | 11am - 10pm |
Thurs | 11am - 10pm |
Fri | 11am - 11pm |
Sat | 10am - 11pm |
Sun | 10am - 10pm |
Ideally located in downtown Chicago just north of Millennium Park and steps from Chicago’s theatre district, Sweetwater offers an upbeat atmosphere, friendly service, approachable menu, full liquor bar, smart wine list, and a variety of craft beer.
For parties of 15 or more, please fill out our private events form.
Our modern American food menu is complemented by a great craft beer list, seasonal cocktails, and an upbeat atmosphere. Just north of Millennium Park and steps from the Theater district, Sweetwater is the perfect destination for lunch, dinner, after-work drinks, and late night celebrating.
Blue Moon Belgian White, Belgian-style wheat ale, is a refreshing, medium-bodied, unfiltered Belgian-style wheat ale spiced with fresh coriander and orange peel for a uniquely complex taste and an uncommonly smooth finish.
Bursting with notes of tropical fruit, Son of Juice features loads of Mosaic, Simcoe and Nugget hops. Pilsner malt and oats lend to a soft body and touch of haze, making for a juicy, low-bitter IPA.
Dry-hopped with the gold standard combo of Mosaic and Citra, and an extra oomph of Idaho 7, Ambigram delivers a strong orange and tangerine aroma. Although no actual fruit went into this beer, the brewing method gives it a juicy character. It's got just the right amount of sweetness, while still reminding you that it is in fact an IPA.
An American west coast Pale Ale chock full of dank, aromatic hops that bite up front, then ease into citrus, and set the finish up to nail the spot.
Our flagship IPA is supremely aromatic, crisp, and drinkable. This iconic ale features a blend of Citra, Crystal, Centennial, and Chinook to create a crisp clean bitterness and imparts massive floral and citrus aromas. An American hop assault for all the ambivalent warriors who get the girl in the end. “Look, I ain't in this for your revolution, and I'm not in it for you, Princess.”
A well-rounded, Highly drinkable India Pale Ale. A bit of Caramel Malt barley provides the richness that mellows out the twang of the hops, including Cascade, Centennial, Chinook and a splash of honorary “C” hop, Simcoe.
This intensely hopped and gushing undead Pale Ale will be one’s only respite after the zombie apocalypse. Created with our marvelous friends in the comic industry.
SweetWater 420 Extra Pale Ale, our most popular brew, is a tasty West Coast Style Pale Ale with a stimulating hop character and a crisp finish. 1st brewed on April 20th 1997.
Space Dust is out of this world, with 62 IBU, and 8.2% ABV. This citrus-forward IPA balances bitterness with a sweetness of hop flavors. Grapefruit, mango, and orange aromas with a medium body and a dry finish. (p.s. It's a hop, not an artichoke!)
Nose is loaded with Belgian yeast character of banana and clove with an equally fruity body balanced with a light, earthy hop character. Savor notes of orange and spice followed by a dry finish.
Brewed with 100% Centennial hops from the Pacific Northwest and named after the Two Hearted River in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, this IPA is bursting with hop aromas ranging from pine to grapefruit from massive hop additions in both the kettle and the fermenter. Perfectly balanced with a malt backbone and combined with the signature fruity aromas of Bell's house yeast, this beer is remarkably drinkable and well suited for adventures everywhere.
Allagash White features a refreshing balance of citrus and spice. Wheat, coriander, and Curaçao orange peel round out the flavor of this pale straw-colored, hazy beer.
Inspired by the city of Chicago and densely populated with flavor, 312’s spicy aroma of Cascade hops is followed by a crisp, fruity ale flavor delivered in a smooth, creamy body that's immensely refreshing.
Green Torch is a big flow lime lager. Stone crisp, low bitterness, even balance & lime for that big gulp, foam down your cheeks, beer drinking refreshment.
Softly drinkable and highly sessionable tethered with a true to heritage graceful fruitiness that keeps Cologne's beer flag flying.
A holiday classic, fully decked with fresh ginger, cinnamon, and sweet honey.
Modelo Especial Mexican Beer is a full-flavored pilsner beer with a crisp taste. An orange blossom honey aroma and light hop character make this imported beer perfect for tailgating.
Corona Premier Mexican Beer is a smooth and drinkable light lager beer, offering a mild, malty taste with a crisp finish. Pair this import beer with Mexican food or citrus-infused dishes.
Stella Artois was first brewed as a Christmas beer in Leuven. It was named Stella from the star of Christmas, and Artois after Sebastian Artois, founder of the brewery. It is brewed to perfection using the original Stella Artois yeast and the celebrated Saaz hops. It is the optimum premium lager, with its full flavour and clean crisp taste.
Our flagship brand, Miller Lite, is the great tasting, less filling beer that defined the American light beer category in 1975. We deliver a clear, simple message to consumers: \Miller Lite is the better beer choice.\" What's our proof? 1) Miller Lite is the original light beer. 2) Miller Lite has real beer taste because it's never watered down. 3) Miller Lite is the only beer to win four gold awards in the World Beer Cup for best American-style light lager. (2006)
This traditional Scotch Ale is rich and malty with notes of caramel and a warm finish. Certain to make any occasion festive, or at least a bit more bearable. Enjoy with the company of friends and family.
Modern dry cider blended for everyone. Crisp, fresh, and pleasantly tart like a glass of Granny Smith.
Just two blocks south of the Chicago River, Sweetwater Tavern and Grille is the ideal place for lunch, dinner, happy hour, and late night celebrating in “The Loop.”
Our restaurant is in the heart of downtown Chicago, offering an upbeat atmosphere, friendly service, approachable menu, full liquor bar, smart wine list, and robust beer selection.
9,000 sq feet of dining space
80 craft beers available
16 HDTVs
“Nothing but thanks and praise to Team Sweetwater, we really had a nice time with friends!”
Large Private Events
We are in the heart of Chicago, next to major hotels, key transportation links, and just steps away from the Chicago Theatre and State Street. Host your networking event, corporate party, family dinner, or social event in Chicago with us.