The Beer Week Around Chicago, December 15-18

A new development project has been announced for the former Rock Bottom on State St. downtown.

F1 Arcade, an international franchise, will be opening later this year in the former brewpub. The venue will feature Formula One-branded racing simulators and other arcade attractions. Kind of a racing-oriented Dave & Busters.

This is outside of my usual coverage area, but it’s another brewery closing: Buzz Bomb Brewing Company in downtown Springfield announced that its last day of business will be January 1, 2026.

Header Image: Miss Rheingold Xmas Ads.

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