Emmett's Brewing Co.

Emmett's Brewing Company is a craft brewery and full-service restaurant operating two locations in the Chicago suburbs of West Dundee and Palatine, Illinois. Founded on the philosophy that world-class small-batch beer requires global ingredients brewed locally, the company uses traditional Belgian yeast strains, fresh-picked German hops, and finest British malts to produce a range of time-honored beer styles. This internationally inspired brewing approach, executed at the neighborhood level, has earned Emmett's an impressive portfolio of awards from some of the most prestigious competitions in the craft beer industry. The brewery has received multiple medals at the World Beer Cup, including Silver in 2008 and 2002 and Bronze in 2006 and 2004. At the Great American Beer Festival, Emmett's has earned Gold in 2016 and 2003, Silver in 2017, 2011, and 2001, and Bronze in 2007 — demonstrating sustained brewing excellence across more than two decades. Additional accolades include Silver and Bronze medals at the US Open Beer Championships in 2018, Silver and Bronze at the North American Brewing Awards in 2003, and Gold plus Best in Show Runner Up at the Festival of Barrel Aged Brews in 2004, underscoring the company's capabilities in specialty and barrel-aged beer production. Beyond the brewery, Emmett's operates as a dining destination, offering a full American comfort food menu described as thoughtfully prepared and approachable. Menu offerings include steaks, sandwiches, pastas, seafood, and appetizers, with nightly specials rotating regularly. A notable aspect of the culinary program is the collaboration between chefs and brewers to integrate beer directly into the food experience — this includes curated beer-and-food pairings as well as the incorporation of beer into recipes such as steak marinades and soups. The company positions itself as a neighborhood gathering place, emphasizing community connection alongside its brewing heritage. With two suburban Chicago locations, Emmett's serves both dine-in and carryout guests seven days a week, offering delivery, pick-up, and reservation options.