Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles

4.5 (301)

$30 and under

Brewery

12 South First Street, St. Charles, IL 60174

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2 people

22 May 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Great for craft beers
Lively
Good for groups

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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Additional information

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, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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 301 people are saying

Alter Brewing + Kitchen - St. Charles reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

West Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining
West Suburbs
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Alter Brewing + Kitchen in St. Charles offers a vibrant atmosphere with a wide selection of "great food and service." Patrons appreciate the "exceptional service" and enjoy events like the Cinco de Mayo taco dinner. While some experiences vary, the restaurant is praised for its "great beer selection" and "friendly and accommodating staff."

301 Reviews

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Laurie VIP
Chicago / Illinois69 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was delicious. The only complaint was that my entree salad came out almost immediately, and my husband had to wait another 10 minutes for his wild game burger. I chose not to est until his food arrived.
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Lynn
Chicago / Illinois19 reviews
2.0
Dined on 5 May 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Disappointed with the Taco Throwdown event held at Alter Brewing. Will not return to the restaurant.
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Ray
Chicago / Illinois6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for the Cinco de Mayo taco dinner event and it was awesome! We sat at a long table and met two new couples. Nobody had met before and it turned out we had so much in common. We had such a great time and the food and drinks were outstanding. Thanks!
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Patricia VIP
Chicago / Illinois20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superior service with all requests promptly attended to. Server looked up points for us and applied them to our bill. Walleye entree delicious, thick filet portions, and did not taste like the oil it was fried in. Repeat patron. One in party looking for Porter beer but out of season from the main menu. Alter Lite good for those who want a light beer to accompany their tasty meal.
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Kevin VIP
Chicago / Illinois23 reviews
2.0
Dined on 3 May 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I'd still come back as my past experiences have been much better, but some real disappointments this time. The beer (we tried 6) tasted "off." The Czech pils was the best of the bunch but the rest seemed to have an infection-type off flavor. Not the clean taste profile I've tasted in the past, so wondering if there's a cleanliness issue at the brewery? My food was also not good. I had the mac and brisket, and at least half of the brisket was pure fat. I had a mountain of fat left on my plate at the end, and it wrecked my experience with the dish for sure. I'll go with my fave next time which is the patty melt. But if the beer is still off next time, I might be done. Too many other great options nearby.
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Kelly
Chicago / Illinois13 reviews
3.0
Dined on 2 May 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food and drink selection was good. Not happy with reservation though. Asked for high top in main section. Got low top in side section. When I asked the hostess about it, she said, "I don't know. We just don't have one." Then dont make it an option. Waitress was not attentive and service took a while. Id choose somewhere else mext time. .
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Karen
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service provided by Tyler. He was friendly, helpful and very accommodating to 3 old pals who wanted to just eat good food, drink beer, and just hang around together for long time. Very enjoyable afternoon. Thanks, Tyler!
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August VIP
Chicago / Illinois28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, beer and service were all great. We will definitely be back.
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Mary VIP
Chicago / Illinois45 reviews
3.0
Dined on 16 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Just an upscale bar. If that is what you like, you will love this place. No real atmosphere, loud, average tables/chairs.... I guess it is a good place to meet with a large group but if you are looking for a cozy place to enjoy dinner, this is not it. The hamburgers are great, the Nashville Hot chicken not so great. It was VERY small for the price you pay and no hot flavor at all. Not really much of any flavor. Maybe sitting outside in the summer would be better.
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Theresa VIP
Chicago / Illinois8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Exceptional waitress who knew the menu and did not steer us wrong on what to order. The food and drinks were all yummy!
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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 4.5 stars by 301 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

22 May 2025

19:00

Booked 14 times today

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, Happy Hour, 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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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Private dining

Private Dining Room

Riverside Seasonal Enclosure

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Offers

Don't Worry, Be Hoppy Hour

Menu

What 301 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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