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Located in Chicago, Illinois, Eris Brewery & Cider House is a woman-owned distillery venue perfect for hosting intimate weddings and events. Constructed in 1910, the building was intended as a Masonic Temple and has since undergone a complete revamp, becoming the beautiful space it is today. The property was inspired by the Greek goddess Eris, who was renowned for causing mayhem. For the mythology-loving couple, this idea is sure to incite excitement and positive energies on the wedding day.

Facilities and Capacity

Eris Brewery & Cider House features stunning architectural designs and raw materials that pay homage to its initial construction. Original radiators, structural wood, and steel make up the building's foundation, adding to the authentic architectural style of the early 1900s. The space can comfortably accommodate weddings big and small, hosting celebrations ranging from 20 to 250 friends and family. The outdoor patio features exposed brick walls, verdant bushes and trees, and an arbor covered in market lighting that guests can gather around for a summer ceremony. Loved ones can enjoy a cocktail hour here after the service, taking advantage of the venue's mimosa bar, catering service, and ample seating. Afterward, the pair-of-honor can head indoors to begin the food and drink celebrations. Depending on party size, couples and loved ones are welcome to the main dining room or the private mezzanine for an intimate gathering.

Services Offered

The Eris Brewery & Cider House team helps couples plan their dream wedding celebration, whether that is a lavish reception event or a casual rehearsal dinner. The group works with the pair-of-honor from start to finish to ensure their experience is customized to their specific needs. The chefs pride themselves on their wide range of delicious and ethically sourced cuisine offerings, sourcing its food locally and cooking everything fresh on-site. As an upscale pub and restaurant, the chefs strive to embrace big and bold flavors in their meals, pairing every dish with a refreshing craft beer or crisp cider. The chefs also have a variety of thoughtfully prepared plant-based and gluten-free dishes available to suit a wide range of dietary requirements. The venue accommodates passed appetizers, buffets, and sit-down meals to suit a couple's party size and wedding style.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$3,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Brewery
Historic Building
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access
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Any other questions?

Reviews of Eris Brewery & Cider House

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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
5 reviews
96% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.2 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Eris Brewery and Cider House is highly praised as a wedding venue. The staff, particularly Shanna, is hailed for their responsiveness and helpfulness throughout the planning process. The venue itself is described as grand, moody, and beautiful, with a spacious patio and fairy lights for a romantic atmosphere. Reviewers are impressed with the delicious food, including their famous smoked brisket, and the custom drink menu. The flexible and accommodating nature of the venue during the pandemic is also highly appreciated.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Eris Brewery and Cider House is highly praised as a wedding venue. The staff, particularly Shanna, is hailed for their responsiveness and helpfulness throughout the planning process. The venue itself is described as grand, moody, and beautiful, with a spacious patio and fairy lights for a romantic atmosphere. Reviewers are impressed with the delicious food, including their famous smoked brisket, and the custom drink menu. The flexible and accommodating nature of the venue during the pandemic is also highly appreciated.

Dan
Dan H. Sent on 03/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A Truly Chicago Wedding Experience

We love Eris! We worked with Shanna for a wedding that was supposed to occur in 2020 but was postponed due to the COVID pandemic. And we were so happy we chose them. They graciously helped us rebook for 2021 and, thankfully, everything went off without a hitch in September. Our wedding ceremony was outside on the patio before cocktails, dinner and dancing inside. The space is amazing and truly the main reason we chose the Brewery. We were able to sit our entire wedding party on the upper level, overlooking our guests seated in the booths below and more guests in the upper mezzanine. The food was phenomenal. The drink choices were amazing. The exposed brick and beautiful interior and exterior made our pictures one of the best parts of the experience. We were even able to hire a dessert ice cream truck that parked in the parking lot for a special treat for our guests. Guests also were able to sit outside after the ceremony and mingle inside giving the venue that indoor-outdoor vibe you may be looking for in the warmer months. We hired an outside DJ who had no trouble working with Shanna and the events team on his PA system and connecting to Eris' system. Our outside photographers had no problem being accommodated by staff. We used Eris for late night food but also brought in some of our own desserts. We couldn't have been happier with what Eris did for us. Their team was top notch. We crafted a menu and drink package that we were proud of and displayed all the talents of the food and beverage department at Eris. We were happy to be one of the early guinea pigs to hosting wedding at the venue and we would do it again in a heartbeat. Both my wife and I, as members of the neighborhood, can't wait to see how Eris explodes from here because there's even more potential at the venue than what we were able to accomplish for our wedding. And it'll be a fun sight to see in the future. It was magic.
Elyse
Elyse J. Sent on 08/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Look No Further

My husband and I are coming up on one year since we celebrated our wedding anniversary at Eris Brewery and Cider House and looking back, we could not be happier with the celebration that we had. Like many couples, my husband and I had to alter our wedding plans once the pandemic hit. After a small backyard wedding the previous year, we were excited to plan a day when our families could come together to meet one another and celebrate our marriage and baby on the way. Wanting to do something in our neighborhood, we reached out to Eris and were put in contact with Shanna Karamaniolas. She could not have been more helpful and was always available to answer questions and address our every need! Not only did she provide us with a multitude of options regarding ways we could accommodate a large group of family and friends, she helped us narrow in on delicious menu items she knew our guests would enjoy. We were able to rent out the entire space for a celebratory brunch which included a happy hour outside on their beautiful patio. We had early and easy access to the venue in order to decorate as we wished. They set up the physical space in a way that allowed our guests to feel safe in light of COVID-19 and allowed us to play the music we had selected, even going so far as to letting us use their microphone and sound system for toasts and speeches from family members. To this day, our family raves about the architecture of the space, the beautiful weather that day and the delicious food and drinks! If we had to plan our event again, we wouldn’t change a thing and look forward to making memories at Eris in the future!
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Alyssa A. Sent on 03/28/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating

Great Space, Great Food, Great Experience

Eris was wonderful! Gorgeous space, delicious food, and helpful serving staff. With all the Covid-related changes, they were very flexible and encouraging. They had different packages and we found one that met our vibe. (Very reasonable pricing.)

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Eris Brewery & Cider House frequently asked questions

Eris Brewery & Cider House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Eris Brewery & Cider House includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Eris Brewery & Cider House includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
The space offered by Eris Brewery & Cider House for wedding events is known for:
  • Brewery
  • Historic Building
  • Restaurant
Eris Brewery & Cider House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Eris Brewery & Cider House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Eris Brewery & Cider House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Eris Brewery & Cider House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
  • Tents
Eris Brewery & Cider House is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in value, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.2 in average response time.

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