December 22, 2009
Everytime I come cit is very crowded, but I’ve always ended up with a seat somehow. Can typically find something I want to drink. It has always been to busy and crowded for the servers to be any use. I’ll have to check out this place at an offpeak time. The inside of the building is nice.

November 4, 2009
If your searching out a bar in Chicago that will provide you with superior selection with fantastic unique food, this is your spot. This place gets crowded so the there will be a wait, but that allows ample time to sample new brews.

October 7, 2009
What more can be said about the Hop Leaf that hasn’t been said already? Amazing (mostly Belgian) beer selection, amazing food. The mussels, CB&J, and mac ’n cheese are all fantastic. Servers are very knowledgeable about the massive beer list, and always have a good recommendation. Get there early, as it’s always packed.

August 29, 2009
Best beer bar in Chicago. The beer selection is famous, but the food puts it over the top. You MUST get the mussels!

August 16, 2009
One of the best bars I’ve ever been to in terms of selection. 40+ taps, which at any given time will feature Three Floyds, a few Goose Islands, Bells, Great Lakes, Ommegang, Unibroue, Left Hand, several local and regional breweries and a few other national/international ones, and over a dozen Belgians. The ambiance is just what I’d want out of a bar- not the least bit pretentious, not too crowded, low light but not too dark, right amount of noise, plenty of decorations without being tacky, old-ish floors, tables, and ceilings but not dated or dirty. The service is fine- it seems a bit understaffed at times and I haven’t gotten into any conversations with the staff. The food is hearty and pretty tasty, and designed for pairing with beers. Prices are good, about what you’d expect for Chicago.

August 16, 2009
This is one place that beer drinkers visiting Chicago simply must visit! That being said, the rating! - The ambiance was sleek, but also plain and dark - about what you’d expect. While I was there the service was great - quick and knowledgeable bartenders ready to serve you at all times. The selection was great for the Midwest - an astounding amount of Belgians on tap - exactly what they’re known for. They also had a great selection of locals (including meads), and more. They have a great food menu, though we only tried one appetizer at the time, and it was great. The value is relatively average and what you’d expect. They’re not ripping you off, but it’s no great deal either. Overall, this is a great place that I love to go to whenever hitting up the innards of Chicago!

July 22, 2009
nice, small place just south of foster. 33 taps specializing in belgians. great selection. friendly barista. pink elephant on tap.

July 5, 2009
In an obviously alternative part of the town. Walking from here to the Red Line is then a more questionalbe part. A little small, a little crowded. This has the most impressive selection of Belgians I’ve seen. Unfortunately, I could care less about Belgians. Good selection of others, locals and hard to find out of state, like Surly. Seasonal nature lended toward summer brews, so many lighter styles not all that different from the large Belgian selection. Didn’t have any food, looked rather unique/trendy. Prices were fine for Chicago. Service was good and knowledgeable. Worth visiting, but if you have some conservative friends the area may not be to their liking.

June 14, 2009
How any beer snob cannot love this place is beyond reason. Fantastic brews, knowledgeable staff and sometimes odd but good food. A beer snobs paradise.

May 20, 2009
Great place. Huge selection in both bottle & draft. Lots of belgians, lambics, Locals & American Micros. Great decor. Food while qite eclectic was very good. Sauge platter was like Cassoulet with out the duck, Delicious. Correct glassware. Top notch