If you've ever lived in or visited Chicago and had a good time without getting hopelessly lost, you are cordially invited to post in this thread. Needed: an explanation of the grid system, tips and tricks on navigation, and recommendations for how to find the underground music scene, awesome beers, weird things to explore, and the best Chicago-focused blogs. [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana on Aug 13, 2009 - 44 answers

Where can I buy Efes Pilsen beer in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by wfrgms on Jun 29, 2009 - 3 answers

Can MeFi help me find good beer in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by KebertXela on Mar 13, 2009 - 19 answers

Where can I find the best retail beer selection in the Chicagoland area? I'm particularly interested in beer from my favorite brewery, Dogfish Head (the more varieties, the better). [more inside]
posted by korpios on Sep 11, 2008 - 13 answers

What microbreweries within a hour or two's drive of Chicago will sell me a keg (half barrel) of a good, micro-brewed beer today or sometime this week? [more inside]
posted by iknowizbirfmark on Jun 29, 2008 - 12 answers

Can I find Schaeffer Light beer in or around Chicago? [more inside]
posted by Duluth?! I Hardly Know Her! on Dec 10, 2007 - 2 answers

What's the right present to encourage a budding beer and wine lover in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone on Oct 15, 2007 - 5 answers

ChicagoFilter: I like beer. I like to explore local brews. What should I try out while I'm in Chicago in two weeks? [more inside]
posted by sjuhawk31 on Apr 2, 2007 - 20 answers