Hofbrauhaus Chicago

Cool music and atmosphere. Very friendly staff. Lots of food for price. Was delicious. Would highly recommend.

I was shocked when I saw 3 stars overall. This place does deserve much more than that. It was supposed to appear as authentic as possible, and they succeeded. You do feel like you're in something different, than a regular drinking establishment. Aside from all that brewery stuff, like huge metal cans, pipes etc., what really gives it this spirit are those 'oktoberfest-looking' benches and tables. On top of that, there is an authentic mid-european live music playing at all times... Those chimes really do make you feel like you're at German festival! Oh and of course, all the waiters, musicians and other crew members are dressed in German national outfits, which is a cherry on a cake! I, personally, liked the food. First, you can have something other, then traditional American-style appetizers and main courses. Second, they were made really well, zero complains on quality or something. I think that's what you can come here for, after tons of beer, of course. Speaking of beer, I like that they serve it in huge 1L glasses, because once the place gets crowded, waiters won't have enough time to refill everyone that often; so it even makes sense from practicality perspective. Service was fine too, visiting this place last on Thursday night (when it wasn't really packed), our server did paid us quite a lot of attention, and everything was brought out fast enough. I will definitely recommend to go through their list of a sides on the back of the menu, and substitute side fries with anything for whatever you get. Not that the fries are not good, its just you had them a million times before, try something else. For instance, I got the sauerkraut for my Currywurst and that was an outstanding combo. Moreover, it appeared to be big enough that I couldn't finish it (yes I had an appetizer before, but still). Pro tip: Every first Thursday of a month they roll out a Keg of new seasonal beer, while their brewmaster is telling about it and ready to answer all your questions regarding brewing processes. Then, they open it up and everyone can give it a try for free, which is a nice touch. Since its January now, they've opened Schwartzbier yesterday, and I did like it. It tasted kinda like a stout, but with a structure of a lager; so it has more bubbles, and isn't that luscious. Also, note that Hofbrauhaus is amazing for parties of like 6 and more. With a help of those long benches and tables, you can still be around each other and hear each other. Pricewise it may be a little higher than average, but if you think about Rosemont as a place, where people from the City go, people from Suburbs go and people from airport go, it may start making some sense. We spend about $85 before tips for two, and I find it quite fair in this case.