Join us on Friday May 26th 2017 for this out of this world audio adventure with These Old Men They Play Records. Launching pad is at Rock Island Public House with all your space aged suds! Blast off is at 7pm sharp! Time to see that 45 in the......
Rock Island Public House was opened by Jen and Dave Brown in 2013. We live in Blue Island and believe in this town, our neighbors, and the power of craft beer to build a community of individuals that support all things local. RIPH is a celebration of hard work and putting it all on the line to make it happen.
We are dedicated to finding the best beer and supporting craft brewers. We admire their independent spirit, ingenuity, pride and commitment to quality.
We named our bar in honor of the Rock Island Railroad, a “mighty fine line” that first steamed in to Blue Island in 1852. The Rock Island’s tracks still run behind the bar and continue to serve.
We like to think that our Public House would have been the saloon of choice for all that helped make the Rock Island run. We are proud to carry on its tradition and invite you to join us.
What’s On Tap
We’re a craft beer bar. It’s only fitting that we feature the best in craft beer – supporting small brewers with a focus on the Midwest.
Wine & Spirits
Our selection of wine and craft spirits.
Malort, anyone?
PINBALL
Ah, pinball… Some call it the beautiful game. Well, at least we do. In fact, we love it so much we make sure to vary up our selection as often as possible to feed the need for the silver ball.
EVENTS
Saturday, May 27… Buy some vegetable and herb starts from our friendly neighborhood farmers at BIOS Farm! While you’re here, you might as well enjoy a beer!...
Join us, June 3rd, for the 2nd annual Chicago Southland Dragon Boat Festival! We’re excited to help sponsor this years event by hosting the Craft Beer Village. So whether you’re participating in a boat or just supporting the event, we’ve got you covered with delicious......
HEAR YE, HEAR YE! STEP RIGHT DOWN! You ABSOLUTELY won’t want to miss the RIPH’s first carnival! Think of all your favorite carni games, rides, and food; teaming up with your favorite drinks! Family friendly from 3-8pm, but then the little ones will need to take cover so......
FEATURED ARTIST
Our current featured artist:
Kevin Demski
MEDIA
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The RIPH
These Old Men They Play Records
Car Show
Dave & Jen’s 10th Anniversary
DRINK BETTER
At Rock Island Public House we take our beer seriously: just like you and the amazing breweries we feature on our 16 tap handles.
We strive to feature small local brewers with a focus on Midwestern beers. We work directly with breweries to get a beer in your hand that is unique and represents the highest “craft” in the beer world.
Our tap lines feature a glycol cooling system, ensuring your beer is poured at the perfect temperature in the perfect glass. Our attention to detail is inspired by the hardworking brewers and our hardworking customers, who deserve nothing less than our deeply earned respect.
CONTACT US
We want to hear from you!
Find Jen or Dave on Twitter:
@JenErfftBrown and @DrCrainfist
or with our hashtag #RIPH
Email Jen – jen@rockislandpublichouse.com
Email Dave – dave@rockislandpublichouse.com
Hours:
Sundays – 3pm – 2am
Mondays – Closed
Tuesdays – 3pm – 2am
Wednesdays – 3pm – 2am
Thursdays – 3pm – 2am
Fridays – 3pm – 2am
Saturdays – 3pm – 3am