18th Street Brewery was founded as a home brewery by Drew Fox in 2010. After years of hands-on learning and exploration, 18th Street Brewery became official with the release of SINISTER DIPA in 2013. Shortly after the SINISTER release, we opened a 3,200 square foot brewpub in an old dry cleaner’s building in Gary, IN. Quickly outgrowing that space, we purchased a 32,000 square foot warehouse in Hammond, IN. Our Hammond location now houses our production, packaging, barrel program, a taproom and a full service kitchen.
We are currently the second largest brewery in Northwest Indiana. Our beers range from ipa, stouts and pale ale.
Thomas Cera
The new location is brighter, friendlier and better than ever. The vibe is casual. The cocktails are outstanding. The beer is, well, 18th Street! The menu is full of tasty items. The wings were delicious. The pizzas come cut in unique small squares that make it even easier to enjoy the tasty dishes. Overall, it is a positive move for 18th and for Drew. Oh yeah, try the Old Fashioned, you will be glad you did.
… moreChristopher Blaker
18th street brewery and distillery isn’t in the neighborhood it’s part of the neighborhood. From having events like a Back to the 80’s party to hosting festival of the lakes launch party to coming in clutch during covid and making hand sanitizer and giving to neighbors in need when none could be found on store shelves and haven’t even got to the amazing beer! I’ve never had a bad one here! Plus now they have amazing pizza too!!
… moreBrenda Burgess
This place was interesting. One door leads to the cocktail bar, and the other door leads to the brewery. So we started out with a cocktail, the bartender was very nice and helpful, the drinks definitely packed a punch, and the place was clean and classy. Then we went over to the brewery for lunch and more drinks. The entire staff were super happy and friendly. Which seems rare now a days. But it’s definitely very welcoming. The food was delicious, the drinks were great, it was a nice place and we will definitely be back!
… moreRick Bame
I finally made the trip. My friend and I were celebrating my birthday late (9/11) on 9/27. Our bartender was awesome! The food deal of the day was a burger with white cheddar, cherries and bacon jam on a brioche bun, fries , a shot and a beer for $22. Everything was fantastic!
… moreFred G
Amazing beers, everything we had from them was good. Only got appetizers this time, but the cheese curds were amazing. Atmosphere is great, staff was super friendly. The waitress even gave us suggestions of where to go locally after they closed. The outdoor patio is great for the summer, they have a bag set, and bocci ball, with several picnic tables, and are dog friendly. A+++ We will definitely be back despite the fact that it’s a 50 minute drive for us.
… moreMateo Gebon
I stopped by for lunch at the bar and I was very happy with everything. The beers were good, but the sandwich was amazing. I had their fried pork sando, and the pork cutlet on this was huge and wonderfully crispy. The brioche bun almost feels just like a handle for the meat, but the pickles and sauce complemented the fried pork nicely. I ordered quite a bit, but I was very happy with it all. The bartender was friendly and quick to handle the customers too.
… moreRob Murphy
Jerry the bartender was fantastic. Great conversation, old school vibes. Non woke PC. FANTASTIC BREWS. Jerry and the man cooking took care of the peddling bike crowd like champs. Definitely be back in the future. The owner needs to give you both a raise
… moreLynn Wirick
Seems like could be a good place and will give it another chance, but ……….. They were out of several breakfast items as well as bacon. We had to wait, but they got at least the bacon delivered. Our server was very sweet, but mixed up our order quite a bit.
Kitchen was slow and did not include all the ingredients listed on menu for food items. Guess they were out? Didn’t push it as both server and kitchen were obviously having a hard time.
Too many IPAs on the beer menu for most of our group and not nearly enough other beer choices. Might be seasonal thing?
Hope to try again as I did want to like this place.
… moreSamantha Takacs
I came here with three friends before a show with over an hour before went had to leave. It took nearly 20 minutes between being seated and having our order taken. I asked how long food would take and it would make us late to our show. The waitress did not care at all. Extremely disappointed with the service and definitely will not be back.
… moreChristopher Tucker (OPC)
Love love love this brewery! The beers here are great! I tried four different beers while I was there and all four were good! The food is great! I had the ghost pepper burger and loved it. The atmosphere at this place is great! And finally the service at this place was great! I totally recommend this place if you are looking for good beer and food!
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