Smylie Brothers Brewing Co. - Chicago

3827 N Broadway, Chicago - 60613
58 reviews
Brewpubs Barbeque
(773) 857-0631

Drove by this place and am disappointed that I didn't discover it sooner. Had a great time here. The decor is modern and beautiful in a newly built building, would actually be great for large events. Sampled 6 small pours and none of them disappointed, took some cans home. The bartenders were very friendly, fun, and engaging. The food was great too, tried the brisket sandwich with salad and both were delicious. They were only serving brunch at the time, but the evening menu looks amazing too so will definetly be back again to try more food and brews.

Nice location + ambiance is nice and thats about all the best parts. Food was very average and nothing special. Married to a Southerner, BBQ is important to me and it just was bland although the meat looked good. We tried couple of IPA beers and it was dissapointing/average.again nothing special + lacked flavor big time + service was not ok. Took about an hour from when we asked the check to when we were able to leave. Considering the level of service and the quality of food I think this place is over priced and just not worth it. Will return only if desperate because the waiter, Jason, was cute.Just see some of the pics, some of the plates look like someone ate it before me.

Let me tell you about the wings.Wingstop be damned, these are the best wings I’ve ever consumed - ANYWHERE.I feel like I could just continuously eat them for the rest of my life. The batter is crispy and crunchy. The sauce is so flavorful and the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I’ve ordered them three times already and they are consistently amazing every single time.I’ve also ordered a variety of their pizzas, with my favorite being the mushroom. Even the cheese is flavorful and not “plain” at all.I’ve never had the issues that other reviewers have had with service. They are open about being short staffed, and I’ve always been served promptly and with care, no matter the day of the week or time.Honestly, I’d work there and they could just pay me in wings ?I would LOVE if they served buffalo cauliflower bites made the same way as the wings - then me and my vegetarian partner could enjoy them together!!This place is a staple. Yes, I’ll be the girl who is devouring all the wings.

I came here not expecting much but was blown away! I ordered the brisket sandwich and a side salad. The side salad was much better than I expected and something that I would order again, but the brisket may have been some of the best brisket I've ever had. I wasn't expecting food this good from a brewery! The beer was good too.I saw several reviews about this place having poor service, but my server was very friendly and attentive. I really enjoyed everything about this place and cannot wait to return.

It was great! We'll be back again another time. Despite looking pretty full, there was no wait for a two top. We ordered the Spicy Pork Ends Sandwich, and the Smoked Brisket Sandwich, and a flight of 5oz beers. The sandwiches and side salads arrived just after the beer flight, and both were quite good and filling. Pork wasn't too spicy, and brisket had good flavor and enough fat to be tasty without being too fatty. Salads were substantial. Service was attentive and quick, despite what other reviews have stated.

The decor and setup is very attractive. The beer was fine and at a reasonable price. The service was disappointing, again. The bartender seemed less than delighted to see customers. I really want to like this place - it’s my third time - but have been served with mediocrity each time.

I've now been there three times. The bbq food can really be hit or miss and haven't been able to find it consistent. I have hopes that it'll get better as this the second location, but it's been many months since they opened and still hoping.The beers though are amazing and I'll keep going there for the beers. I did the pineapple habanero pizza and that was great this week.

I definitely don't recommend this place.. I was excited about coming and check this place out but ended up leaving disappointed the staff isn't very friendly the pizza was alright good flavors the beer good that's why I'm giving them 2 stars but you have a long way to go if you are pretty much pushing people out of the door a 10:10pm when you're open until midnight

Amazing beer selection and service for sure. Our waiter was always on time and had great chemistry with our table. The real star was the food however, the birria tacos were a great starter that led into the tasty and fresh salad with a maple vinaigrette that I want to get bottles and bottles of. But the burger.... oh lord the burger was clearly made with intent to keep me coming back. And I shall.

Our first visit and after reading mixed reviews I can see why they are getting mixed reviews. A great addition to the neighborhood. Our server was great and the food was good. Will definitely go again, just keep in mind they are still figuring things out and have a little patience. You could be pleasantly surprised.