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Name: Smylie Brothers Brewing Co.
Address: 1615 Oak Ave., Evanston, IL, United States, 60201
Telephone: (224) 999-7320
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

Smylie Brothers Brewing Co.

4.2

399 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Thank you for choosing Smylie Brothers Brewing Co. Brewpub serving Midwestern comfort food and Texas inspired BBQ.

Please Note The Following:
- We do not accept reservations for the patio.
- Individual, itemized checks may only be given to parties of 5 or less. We can accommodate a maximum of 6 credit cards when splitting checks.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Barbecue, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
HOURS Monday-CLOSED KITCHEN HOURS Sunday-Thursday 11AM-9PM Friday & Saturday 11AM-10PM Pizza bar remains open one hour after kitchen closes. Bar remains open until the last pint has been poured.
Phone number
(224) 999-7320
Website
http://www.smyliebros.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Grant Carey
Catering
Have Smylie Brothers barbecue and beer at your next event with our catering options. http://www.smyliebros.com/menu/catering/
Private party facilities
Smylie Brothers Brewing Co. is the perfect place to hold your next event. For event details please contact our Event Coordinator, kobrion@smyliebros.comhttp://www.smyliebros.com/menu/private-events/
Private party contact
Katey O'Brion: (224) 999-7320

Location
1615 Oak Ave., Evanston, IL 60201
Neighborhood
Evanston
Cross street
Davis & Church
Parking details
•Meters outside of Smylie Bros on Oak Avenue. $1.00 per hour. 2-hour maximum limit. Meters at corner of Oak & Church and down Oak Avenue crossing Church Street. .25 cents per hour. 15-hour maximum limit. •Parking Lot next to Smylie Bros. $1.00 per hour. 2-hour maximum limit. •Free street parking on Oak Avenue crossing Davis Street down to Dempster Avenue. •Paid parking garages. Church Street & Maple Avenue or on the corner of Davis Street & Benson Avenue.
Public transit
Metra Train, Davis Purple Line Stop, CTA 93 Bus
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Cheese & Charcuterie Platter$15.00
Your choice of three artisan cheeses or cured meats, served with house made preserves, beer mustard, dried fruits and nuts, pickles, crostini & apples
White Bean Dip$8.00
Roasted garlic, parsley, extra-virgin olive oil, served with grilled flat bread, toasted spent grain rye croutons and seasonal crudité
Belgian Ale Mussels$13.00
Prince Edward Island mussels steamed in our Farmhouse Ale, sautéed leeks, shallots, garlic & butter served with a baguette
Pork Belly Poutine$10.00
House cut fries, Swan Creek Farms beer braised pork belly Wisconsin cheese curds, Cali Common gravy & KC BBQ sauce

Soups & Salads

Add: grilled chicken breast +$4, grilled flat iron steak +$6 or seasonal fish +$8, avocado +$2

Smokehouse Chili
14-hour smoked brisket, tender beef chuck, red & black beans, ancho chile, topped with scallions & crispy tortilla strips
- Cup$4.00
- Bowl$7.00
Seasonal Soup
Ask your server for today's selection
- Cup$3.00
- Bowl$6.00
Watermelon Salad$8.00
Baby arugula, mixed greens, frisée, watermelon, radishes, toasted sunflower seeds feta cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Farmers' Market Salad$8.00
Mixed greens, seasonal produce from the farmers' market, dressing, ask your server about today's selection
Chopped Salad$8.00
Romaine, house made bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, red onions, herb croutons, Mindoro blue cheese, creamy garlic dressing

Wood Fired Pizzas

Add: giardiniera, truffle oil, cheese or additional veggies +$1, additional protein +$2

Smokehouse$14.00
14-hour smoked brisket, Texas mopping sauce, pickled jalapénos, tomato sauce, Monterey jack cheese
Spinach & Asiago$14.00
Spinach, asiago cheese, kalamata olives, shaved red onion, tomato sauce, mozzarella
Farmers' Market$15.00
Seasonal ingredients from the farmers' market, ask your server about today's selection
Sausage$14.00
Italian sausage, cremini mushrooms, peppadew peppers, tomato sauce, mozzarella
Margherita$13.00
Fresh mozzarella, extra-virgin olive oil, tomato sauce, fresh basil
Prosciutto$15.00
Prosciutto, Meyer lemon oil, baby arugula, tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmesan

Smokehouse BBQ

Meats are seasoned and slow smoked over oak and applewood. Quantities are limited and we may run out later in the day. All sandwiches are served with house cut fries. Add: chopped or sliced brisket +$7, pulled chicken, pulled pork, or bacon hot link +$5, half rack ribs +$11, giardiniera +$1

Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich$16.00
Choice of chopped brisket mixed with TX BBQ sauce, or sliced brisket, brioche bun
Pulled Pork Sandwich$13.00
Pulled Pork, brioche bun
Smokehouse Chicken Sandwich$13.00
Pulled chicken, brioche bun
Bacon Hot Link Sandwich$13.00
House made smoked bacon hot link, house made sauerkraut, IPA onions, beer mustard, pretzel hoagie bun
Barbecue Flight$22.00
14-hour smoked brisket, pulled pork, & 1/4 rack baby back ribs served with white bread, and choice of side
Baby Back Ribs
Dry rubbed ribs glazed with our KC BBQ sauce, choice of one side
- 1/2 Rack$15.00
- Full Rack$24.00

Sandwiches

All sandwiches are served with house cut fries. Other sides may be substituted for an additional charge. Add: house smoked bacon +$2, sunny farm egg +$2, avocado +$2, giardiniera +$1

The Company Burger$15.00
Two 4oz Angus steakburger patties, Wisconsin cheddar, IPA onions, lettuce, Smylie sauce & house made pickles on a potato bun, served with house cut fries. Burgers are thin griddled patties and served medium well
BLPT$13.00
House smoked bacon, pickled green tomatoes, romaine lettuce and roasted garlic aioli on sourdough
Reuben$15.00
House made pastrami, house made sauerkraut, Smylie sauce, and gruyere cheese on rye, served with house cut fries

Sides

Mac & Cheese$6.00
Wisconsin cheddar, panko-parmesan crust
- Family Size$10.00
House Cut Fries$5.00
Salt or rib rub spice
Spoon Bread$6.00
Cornbread pudding topped with maple butter
Slaw$3.00
Green & Red cabbage, carrots, pickled red onion, creamy dressing
Smokehouse Baked Beans$4.00
Pulled pork, navy beans
- Family Size$6.00
Seasonal Vegetable$6.00
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What 399 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
3.9Value

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MaryM
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Smylie Brothers is fantastic for dining or just having a pint of beer. Great staff, great food, and great beer.
r
rdog
Chicago
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2018
overall3food3service2ambience3
Food was ok. Our waiter seemed way too busy to do a good job. Half our order never made it to the table until we complained twice. Coffee/water never refilled. Brought take a away boxes without a bag... had to ask. The entire experience was meh. We expected something to be “comped” since half our food arrived as we were finishing. Didn’t happen. Not cool
G
Goldie
Chicago
60 reviews
vip
4.0
60 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
Third time there. Enjoyed both dark beers. Very good barbecue but not at the same level as Smoque in the city. Great spoon bread, very good pulled pork, tasty but fatty brisket, decent ribs. The best bbq in the north suburbs.
l
lexiandrachelsmom
Chicago
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Decent burger, good fries. I like the 5oz beer. I had the French Zut and it was very good.
J
Joanne
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2018
overall1food1service1ambience3
Terrible service. Rude staff. Food made me feel ill.
EF
EvanstonFamily
Chicago
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience5
Double date with friends. Great to be able to reserve via OpenTable. Excellent beers and wine.
B
danielB
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great beer! Great food! Head to Smylie Bros for a good time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ribs and beer
LM
LindaM
Chicago
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
My second visit and still as awesome as the first. Love the room, the ambiance, the food and the service.
DB
DB19
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience5
Sneaky brew pub with some unique food options you don't normally see. Poutine and white bean dip were great starters and frankly you could go apps all night and not be disappointed. Will venture beyond pizza and burgers next time. Solid beer choices and great diverse mule coctail options.
RP
RobertP
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience3
First time there / Will go back to try other items on food/beer menus 'Barbecue Flight' on menu a good way to sample BBQ choices
S
Seivady
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2018
overall3food3service2ambience3
They use the "team" approach to service and it left us without refills on drinks. The kitchen needs to work on it's timing. We had eaten about three bites of the appetizer and the main course showed up. Had to put those plates aside to finishes the appetizer. Decent food but maybe a buck or two over priced. Good spot for a date or a group. Just don't have high expectations going in for the service.
DD
DiDi
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
We went for Valentine's Day celebration at lunch time. Quiet during my experience. Welcoming hostess, and waiter-Adam G. (knowledgeable and attentive) Menu has good selections. Chicken was ok. But, loved the beef brisket sandwich on brioche. The mac and cheese was a pleasant surprise. Ordered it for tasting. Like the ambiance. Sat by the fireplace, really enjoyed seating. Plan to return.
c
chocolatefix
Chicago
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Reliably delicious
w
winenegress
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2018
overall4food3service5ambience5
Dry ribs and improperly prepared dry martini. Spoon bread pretty good as were mussels.
RM
RosanneM
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and lots of fun!
LS
LaurenS
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2018
overall5food5service4ambience5
This was my second visit and it was just as delicious as I remembered! My husband and I are both craft beer fans and we came armed with a growler to fill this time. Our one disappointment was that apparently there were no ribs available until about an hour after we ordered. I realize that ribs are a time-consuming and delicate task, but they're my absolute favorite BBQ food and I was really surprised that we ordered at 12 noon and apparently ribs weren't available until closer to 1p
t
tomas
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place keeps getting better every time we go. Can’t wait for them to open up more restaurants .
n
nrlb
Chicago
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2017
overall4food4service3ambience3
The BBQ brisket end cuts were terrific. This came as part of the BBQ flight dinner. Everyone in our party was very pleased with all the dishes.
CF
ChrisF
Houston
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
Been here several times. Both Rueben and brisket are done right. Their local brews are great and they aren’t too proud to have other good ones on tap. This place is a family favorite when we are in the Evanston area
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
This place was such a great choice for me and my friends for our early Christmas dinner together! It was so much fun and the food was awesome.
MB
MaryB
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service always excellent. BBQ: some of the best I have had. Wood-fired oven pizzas have that great crust and Mike will entertain with a few in air crust throws. Zef (SP) and team are doing a great job. Evanston needed this restaurant.
TW
TerriW
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was great and our party of 6 had a great time. The food was excellent and we will definitely return.
P
Pickylady
Chicago
16 reviews
1.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2017
overall1food3service1ambience2
I come here A LOT. Horrible service today, manager not interested in feedback, rude attitude. Have your bartender wait tables during football game? It’s a joke. Not coming back.
MP
MadelineP
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Smylie Brothers is a great classic - solid food, friendly service, and a fun atmosphere!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
From grandparents to grandkids, everyone enjoyed the food and experience!
KG
KeblerGirl
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2017
overall5food4service3ambience4
Great beer 🍻, great place to watch football 🏈, pizza 🍕, pretzels and Mac & cheese were all super!
A
Abby
Chicago
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Smylie Brothers and I will be back soon. The food is impeccable, the servers are friendly and accommodating, and the atmosphere is hip but unpretentious. I highly recommend checking them out. Excellent beer brewed in house and craft cocktails!
BB
BillyB
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
I love just down the street but went for my first time when my mom was in town. My girlfriend came and so did my cousin. We are all pretty impressed with the food, probably one of the best menus I’ve seen at a brewery. But it is a brewery so let’s talk about beer - I loved it. They have a good selection of outside breweries but I went with their own Farmhouse and I thought it was great. I also tried the beers everyone else got and thought they were great. I also enjoyed the ambiance - it looks like a big barn but still manages to feel cozy, and the service was pretty good. He was able to give us good food recommendation as well as (more importantly) good beer recommendations. I’m excited to come back, especially when the summer rolls around and the patio opens back up!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Smiley is a neighborhood fave for us. On this occasion, they accommodated us 30 minutes early, as well as got us a lovely table outside to catch the last of the warm Fall temps. They are a tiny bit touchy about little kids, but there are always a ton of families with littles there (us incuded). Great food, great beer.
KM
KMos
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, staff and beer . Family friendly.
D
Dutchie
Chicago
43 reviews
vip
3.0
43 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience2
First time dining at Smylies. Suggested to us by friends. The service staff was very friendly and fun. Food was representative of the space.
D
D0123
Chicago
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great location and decor. Very inviting, good menu and more importantly - beer! - selections. Did not try the BBQ but had house smoked bacon with pickled green peppers (BPLT) - nice thick bacon, very nice
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience4
Came here with friends for casual beers in the afternoon before our dinner reservation. Staff was very accommodating and all of us were very happy with the food and beer. I loved the bbq brisket!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brought my family here and service was great and reservation was timely
BG
BethG
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 7, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time at Smylie Bros. Service was great, and food came out quick. I had the Reuben and it was outstanding! My friend had the roasted chicken with Mac & cheese and loved it as well. Thumbs up!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2017
overall5food4service4ambience4
I loved the cheese platter and the Farmer's market pizza was delicious! The home brewed beer definitely topped off a great night at Smylie. Overall great service with delicious beer and great food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2017
overall5food4service4ambience5
Tried this brewery out because we were in town for NU reunion. Really great find - if they had been in biz in the 70's we would have lived here. Nice bar/pub atmosphere. Pretty good pub food - we really lived the mussels; soft pretzel is yum too. And then there is their beer - goid, really good. Loved the bourbon aged stout, baltic portrr & tripel. Their "purple line" wheat won a silver medal at GABF while we were there... Go here😊
TJ
TriciaJ
Las Vegas
29 reviews
vip
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great for a reunion. We had a wonderful time, and the poutine was a fun icebreaker.
SM
SharonM
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2017
overall4food4service3ambience2
Delicious BBQ with a wide variety on the menu. The cheese sauce that comes with the big pretzel can also be ordered with fries and is worth every calorie! The restaurant can be a little loud, but the food and beer make it worth having to talk a little louder.

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Cross street
Davis & Church
Neighborhood
Evanston
Hours of operation
HOURS Monday-CLOSED KITCHEN HOURS Sunday-Thursday 11AM-9PM Friday & Saturday 11AM-10PM Pizza bar remains open one hour after kitchen closes. Bar remains open until the last pint has been poured.
Cuisines
American, Barbecue, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
•Meters outside of Smylie Bros on Oak Avenue. $1.00 per hour. 2-hour maximum limit. Meters at corner of Oak & Church and down Oak Avenue crossing Church Street. .25 cents per hour. 15-hour maximum limit. •Parking Lot next to Smylie Bros. $1.00 per hour. 2-hour maximum limit. •Free street parking on Oak Avenue crossing Davis Street down to Dempster Avenue. •Paid parking garages. Church Street & Maple Avenue or on the corner of Davis Street & Benson Avenue.
Public transit
Metra Train, Davis Purple Line Stop, CTA 93 Bus
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Grant Carey
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.smyliebros.com/
Phone number
(224) 999-7320
Catering
Have Smylie Brothers barbecue and beer at your next event with our catering options. http://www.smyliebros.com/menu/catering/
Private party facilities
Smylie Brothers Brewing Co. is the perfect place to hold your next event. For event details please contact our Event Coordinator, kobrion@smyliebros.comhttp://www.smyliebros.com/menu/private-events/
Private party contact
Katey O'Brion: (224) 999-7320

Smylie Brothers Brewing Co.

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Appetizers

Cheese & Charcuterie Platter$15.00

White Bean Dip$8.00

Belgian Ale Mussels$13.00

Pork Belly Poutine$10.00

Soups & Salads

Smokehouse Chili

Seasonal Soup

Watermelon Salad$8.00

Farmers' Market Salad$8.00

Chopped Salad$8.00

Wood Fired Pizzas

Smokehouse$14.00

Spinach & Asiago$14.00

Farmers' Market$15.00

Sausage$14.00

Margherita$13.00

Prosciutto$15.00

Smokehouse BBQ

Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich$16.00

Pulled Pork Sandwich$13.00

Smokehouse Chicken Sandwich$13.00

Bacon Hot Link Sandwich$13.00

Barbecue Flight$22.00

Baby Back Ribs

Sandwiches

The Company Burger$15.00

BLPT$13.00

Reuben$15.00

Sides

Mac & Cheese$6.00

House Cut Fries$5.00

Spoon Bread$6.00

Slaw$3.00

Smokehouse Baked Beans$4.00

Seasonal Vegetable$6.00

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