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Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery
Master Critic Review
Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery
7.8
Vibes:
Pet Friendly Paradise
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Sports Bar Central
Group Dining Gatherings
Centennial Crafted Beer & Eatery is a two-level craft beer bar and gastropub with 30+ taps, hearty bar food, and plenty of TVs for sports. The outdoor patio is dog-friendly and often stocked with water bowls, making it a strong play when you want serious beer lists, frites, and a place for your dog to hang during the game.
Must-Try Dishes:
MAC + CHEESE with gruyère, smoked gouda and white cheddar, Bratwurst on a pretzel roll, Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Scores:
Value: 7.4
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 6
What makes it special: A serious craft beer–focused gastropub with a dog-friendly patio, strong bar food, and enough TVs to double as a sports hang.
Who should go: Beer fans and casual groups wanting pub food with their pups.
When to visit: Weekend afternoons or game days when the patio and taps are busiest.
What to order: MAC + CHEESE, bratwurst on a pretzel roll, Buttermilk Fried Chicken.
Insider tip: If you’re camping out for a game, ask staff where water bowls are kept and snag a patio table with shade for your dog.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking in River North is limited and metered; most guests use nearby paid garages. No dedicated valet reported.
Dress code: Casual to smart-casual — jerseys and jeans are common on game days, but neat casual fits the room best.
Noise level: Moderate to loud during games; conversation is easier on non-game afternoons or early evenings.
Weekend wait: Often a wait during big games or peak evenings — expect ~30–60 minutes without a reservation.
Weekday lunch: Typically little to no wait except during office-crowd rushes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — salads, mac & cheese, and a few pub-style plates can be made meat-free.
Vegan options: Limited — menu leans pub-comfort; ask staff about modifications.
Gluten-free options: Some items can be prepared gluten-aware (salads, select proteins), but this is a shared-kitchen environment.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a relaxed, activity-style date — especially if you both enjoy craft beer or watching a game — rather than an intimate, quiet setting.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Often yes, but timing matters — walk-ins are feasible outside major games and weekend peaks; arrive early for patio seating with a dog.
Is it kid-friendly? Generally fine for older kids during daytime and early evenings, though the vibe skews adult and louder during games and late nights.
Best For
Better for: A deeper craft-beer list and a genuinely dog-friendly patio compared to many nearby sports bars; strong for casual groups watching games outdoors.
Skip if: You want a quiet dinner, fine-dining food, or a dedicated vegan/gluten-free program — look elsewhere for those priorities.