Forbidden Root

Welcome to Forbidden Root, Chicago's first botanic brewery located at 1746 W Chicago Ave, IL. This trendy and classy establishment offers a unique experience for those looking for delicious brews and eats.

Forbidden Root is not your average brewery - it boasts an impressive menu with a wide range of craft beers, tapas, and small plates. Customers rave about the house potato chips, beer cheese & crackers, brussel sprouts with miso butter, burrata salad, fried chicken sandwich, and duck dumplings.

Visitors also love the happy hour specials offered Monday through Thursday from 3-6 PM, making it the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy some flavorful dishes. Whether you're a vegetarian or a meat lover, there's something for everyone on the menu.

The atmosphere at Forbidden Root is relaxing and inviting, with attentive staff and a spacious, industrial-style setting that adds to the overall experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion with a large group or enjoying a casual drink with friends, Forbidden Root caters to various occasions with ease.

Overall, Forbidden Root offers a delightful dining and drinking experience for both beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. With its flavorful dishes, wide selection of craft beers, and top-notch service, it's definitely a spot worth checking out in Chicago.

Forbidden Root Menu

Location

Address: 1746 W Chicago Ave Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: (312) 929-2202

🕓 Work Hours
MON 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
TUE 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
WED 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
THU 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
FRI 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
SAT 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
SUN 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Walk-ins Welcome
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Limited Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Trendy, Classy, Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good for Dinner
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    No
  • Not Good For Kids
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Christine P.

    02 September 2024

    My spicy fried chicken sandwich was good but wasn't that spicy!!! But the drink was amazing and I would come back to try their flights and happy hour

  • Author: Andrew Q.

    06 August 2024

    Just had the One Cheese Plate as a drinking snack. The plating is phenomenal. As always the staff is excellent and the atmosphere is relaxing.

  • Author: Anu K.

    31 July 2024

    I love this place, good wings and brews and drinks. I have been here a few times and the bar area itself is my favorite spot. I have always gotten lucky for some open seats. I would recommend otherwise reservations

  • Author: Rebecca P.

    30 July 2024

    A brewpub with yummy eats and lots of vegetarian options?  Yes please! @forbiddenrootchicago is Chicago's first botanic brewery and is the perfect spot to spend a few hours with friends.  Thanks for the invite @mrsouthloop What we ate House Potato Chips Beer Cheese & Crackers Brussel Sprouts with Miso Butter Burrata Salad Fried Chicken Sandwich Duck Dumplings PS They have happy hour specials M-TH from 3-6PM.

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