"Smylie Brothers Brewing Company has opened a new 10,000 square-foot brewpub in the Lakeview neighborhood. Despite not being listed on their website or social media, the location has been busy since its quiet opening. This is the second location for the brewery, with the first being in Evanston. The Lakeview location offers a similar menu to Evanston with some variations, including a ribs combo platter and brewery-specific beer. The venue features three separate bars and approximately 140 seats across booths and tables, with interior designs including shou sugi ban, a Japanese wood-burning technique. The brewpub aims to serve the local community with a focus on live music and craft beer." - aimee.levitt
