Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles

4.6

290 Reviews

$30 and under

Brewery

12 South First Street, St. Charles, IL 60174

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2 people

8 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for craft beers
Good for groups
Great for outdoor dining

Nestled alongside the Fox River, and including a full-service container bar, our patio comes alive 12 months out of the year with a heated seasonal enclosure during the winter months.

Looking to host a party? Our private dining room adjacent to the brew house is certain to bring together small to medium sized private events in a vibrant sit down or cocktail environment.

While our beer is certainly the front man of this band, the supporting musicians are excellent players! A full-service kitchen, wine and spirit program allows not just beer lovers but all to enjoy our carefully curated offerings. Whether you come for the beer, food, wine or spirits we know you’ll stay and come back because of the great times you’ll have.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Brewery, Gastro Pub, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
Phone number
(331) 901-5949
Website
https://www.alterbrewing.com/st-charles-brewery-kitchen/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Tyler Mueller
Private party facilities
Alter Brewing features a multitude of private event options across all three locations. Small to large, business to party, we have the spaces, the beer, the food, and the know-how to help you and your guests brew up amazing new memories.
Private party contact
Ashley Zochert: (331) 901-5949

Location
12 South First Street, St. Charles, IL 60174
Area
St. Charles
Cross Street
Main St. (Rte. 64 - North Ave.) and 1st St. on the Fox River.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Nacho Average Taco Throwdown
US$20.00 per person
Prepaid
5 May 2025 only
18:00
Nacho Average Taco Throwdown Join us on Thursday, May 5th, from 6–8 PM for an epic taco throwdown! For just $20 per person, you’ll get access to an incredible buffet featuring a variety of tantalizing tacos crafted by our talented chefs in St. Charles and Oak Brook. But that’s not all—we’re serving up delicious sides and sweets to round out the feast! Don’t miss out on this flavorful and festive throwdown—grab your ticket and help us crown the ultimate taco creation! 🌮💪🔥

Private dining

Offers

Don't Worry, Be Hoppy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 11:00 - 21:30
Shuffle off the weekday blues with a nice, cold $5 draft. Pair with one of our $8.99 Happy hour menu items. Choose any available beer from 3-5pm, Monday-Friday.

What 290 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

West Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining
West Suburbs
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles offers an inviting and lively atmosphere with a scenic riverside location. Guests appreciate the "great beer selection" and "fun, lively atmosphere." The service is often praised as "excellent" and the menu offers creative options. Outdoor seating enhances the dining experience.

290 Reviews

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Gretchen
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I got the pepperoni flatbread ! Loved it . Also got the pickle spears enjoyed those as well.
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Patrick VIP
Chicago12 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was excellent. Food was good but not great and a bit pricey. Noise level a little high for our liking.
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Chad
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to grab some food and drinks with friends.
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Rickey
Greater Boston3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was just mediocre at best. Rice was undercooked, we informed our server and said, “Ya, we’ve been hearing that a lot from folks.”
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Estrea
Cleveland12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for the Rueben showdown tasted 6. It was so fun and enjoyed almost all but had a favorite also. It didn’t win but came runner up and will be on the menu. It was called the Ed Sheeran. We can’t wait to go back for the Taco showdown on Cinco De Mayo! We’ve always enjoyed the food and atmosphere at Alter and this special event did not disappoint.
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robert
Chicago18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a group of 9 and had a table in the tent area near the river. Heaters kept us warm and the views were great. Enjoyed the beers and food.
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LewC
Chicago10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another excellent dinner with friends at Alter. We’ll be back soon!
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Sue
Chicago1 review
2.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Don’t expect any service if you sit at the bar. Bad experience. Bartender did not check in on us. Ordered a water with dinner as well as beer. Had to ask multiple times for the water. Never been to a bar that they acted like you were not there. Thumbs down. Too bad my wife likes the beer there. I would not go back otherwise
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Mary Jo
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food & libations, friendly and fast service!
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Donna
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The bar tender did a great job with my special request. The kitchen did a great job splitting our meal with a lovely presentation. Our salad was a little heavy on the dressing and red onion. Our waitress was sweet and attentive. We appreciated being able to make a reservation and get in and out of there for a concert.
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FAQs

Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (331) 901-5949.

Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles is rated 4.6 stars by 290 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

8 Apr 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles

12 South First Street, St. Charles, IL 60174

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Main St. (Rte. 64 - North Ave.) and 1st St. on the Fox River.
Area
St. Charles
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–00:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Brewery, Gastro Pub, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Tyler Mueller
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.alterbrewing.com/st-charles-brewery-kitchen/
Phone number
(331) 901-5949
Private party facilities
Alter Brewing features a multitude of private event options across all three locations. Small to large, business to party, we have the spaces, the beer, the food, and the know-how to help you and your guests brew up amazing new memories.
Private party contact
Ashley Zochert: (331) 901-5949

Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles

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Experiences

Nacho Average Taco Throwdown

Private dining

Private Dining Room

Riverside Seasonal Enclosure

Custom inquiry

Offers

Don't Worry, Be Hoppy Hour

Menu

What 290 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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