There is a reason why Hopleaf and Map Room are still on everyone's craft beer bar list, and it's because they are fantastic places that know what they are doing.

Illinois Craft Beer Week is the highly anticipated celebration featuring various festivals and hundreds of events at breweries, bars and restaurants across the state from May 18-25.

Giving off a vintage-style vibe with its Swedish and Norwegian accents, Simon's Tavern is most notable for its popular jukebox, signature mulled wine and live music Wednesdays and Sundays.

Hopleaf boasts a cozy ambience and unique sandwiches like the duck reuben or the goat sloppy joe — not to mention one of the better beer lists on the north side.

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Pair these craft beers with Hopleaf's charcuterie trio or Belgian-style mussels — it’s autumnal perfection.

Chicago Insider: Krista Krauss Miller on drinks at Hopleaf and Billy Sunday, the local theatre scene, and Hugo's Frog Bar

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