What it's known for
The brewery behind Daisy Cutter pale ale, one of Chicago's defining craft beers, at its Balmoral brewery with a taproom, full kitchen and a fenced beer garden behind. Half Acre and Maplewood announced a merger in March 2026 but say both taprooms stay open and the flagships won't change. Taproom and garden open 3pm to 9pm Wednesday and Thursday, 11am to 10pm Friday and Saturday and 11am to 7pm Sunday; the kitchen stops an hour before close. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
No reservations (groups of 10+ book through its 'Host an Event' page). Kids welcome with an adult and must stay seated; dogs on a leash in the beer garden only, which shuts for lightning or rain.
Check opening hours with the venue before you go: they change, especially early in the week.