Wineries & Breweries in Waukegan
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On The Rocks
175 S Harbor Pl, Waukegan, IL 60085
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Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing
216 W Clayton St, Waukegan, IL 60085
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McKenna Road Brewery
107 Beech Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087-4055
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Derby Liquors
2864 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085-4849
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Zümbier
3232 W Monroe St, Waukegan, IL 60085-3029
Of the 5 wineries & breweries listed in Waukegan, 3 give a phone number and 3 have a website. The nearest bigger selection is Chicago with 267.
Wineries & Breweries in Waukegan by feature
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Illinois statewide, by feature
- Breweries and Beer Gardens in Illinois502
- Wineries and Vineyards in Illinois248
- Wine Bars in Illinois221
- Bottle Shops in Illinois139
- Wineries with Food in Illinois125
- Wineries with Tastings in Illinois89
- Distilleries in Illinois59
- Wineries with Outdoor Seating in Illinois38
- Winery Tours in Illinois32
- Dog-Friendly Wineries in Illinois28
- Wineries Offering Wine by the Glass in Illinois15
- Wineries and Tasting Rooms Offering Wine Tasting Flights in Illinois5
Nearby in Illinois
- Gurnee4
- Lake Bluff3
- Libertyville5
- Winthrop Harbor3
- Grayslake4
- Vernon Hills3
- Chicago267
- Springfield15
Good to know about wineries & breweries in Waukegan
How many wineries & breweries are there in Waukegan?
We list 5 wineries & breweries in Waukegan with addresses, and 3 of them with a phone number.
What's the surest way to check hours in Waukegan?
Call ahead — 3 of the 5 wineries & breweries here list a number. Hours at independent wineries & breweries shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.
What to wear wine tasting?
Smart casual attire is recommended, such as dark clothing to avoid stain visibility and comfortable flat shoes for walking on gravel or lawns. Avoid heavy perfumes as they interfere with the subtle aromas during a tasting. You can browse 5 tasting venues in Waukegan, Illinois, with 3 listed with direct contact details to confirm dress code policies.
What to wear on a wine tour?
Dress in comfortable layers and wear closed-toe flat shoes suitable for cellar floors and outdoor vineyard walking. Bring a light jacket or sweater, as wine cellars are kept cool year-round. Check out 5 wine tour providers in Waukegan, Illinois, including 3 that offer phone assistance for tour planning.