Alter Brewing + Kitchen Menu
When you step into Alter Brewing + Kitchen, you're in for a treat! Located at 1170 W 22nd St, Oak Brook, IL, this spot is all about good vibes and even better food. The Alter Brewing + Kitchen Menu offers a range of mouthwatering dishes, from comfort food favorites to exciting new twists on classic meals. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty burger, a fresh salad, or something off the grill, there's something here for everyone.
The kitchen prides itself on using fresh, high-quality ingredients, which really shines through in every dish. Pair your meal with one of their craft beers or a refreshing drink from the bar, and you're all set for a satisfying experience. If you're after a place with a welcoming atmosphere and a menu that keeps you coming back, this is the perfect spot. With every bite, it’s clear that Alter Brewing + Kitchen has put a lot of love into crafting a menu that's as unique as it is delicious.
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Fall Menu 2025 - SHAREABLES
BABCIA'S PIEROGI
5 potato+ cheese stuffed pierogi, with diced Polish sausage, braised red cabbage, sauerkraut, sour cream.
BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER
Cheddar-battered cauliflower, bang bang sauce, sweet ginger dressing, scallions, toasted sesame seeds
BIG A** PRETZEL
Locally handmade pretzel, served w/ honey and house mustards, Merkts' cheese, ale cheese sauce topped with green onions+ bacon
BONELESS CHICKEN BITES
Hand-Battered boneless chicken tossed in your pick of our signature sauces, served with ranch or blue cheese
BRISKET CHIPS
Housemade chips, tender smoked beef brisket, ale cheese sauce, lettuce, tomato, jalapeno, ranch, BBQ
CHEESE CURDS
Half-pound of breaded white cheddar jalapeno cheese curds, housemade jalapeno ranch, cowboy candy
ELOTE BITES
Crispy house made corn fritters with grilled corn, jalapeños, sweet peppers, melty three-cheese blend, finished with chipotle aioli and fresh cilantro
HOUSE WINGS
Crispy hand-battered wings tossed in your choice of 4 housemade sauces - Captain Demo's Big Truffalo sauce, Alter beer BBQ, mango mustard, or spicy chili glaze, served w/ ranch or blue cheese dressing
PRETZEL-BATTERED CHEDDAR BRATS
Legendary Ream's Meat Market smoked cheddar bratwurst dipped in Ambigram beer pretzel batter, served with whole-grain honey mustard
SMALL A** PRETZEL
Locally handmade pretzel, served with honey mustard, house mustard, Merkts' cheese spread, ale cheese dip, green onion, bacon
WAGYU MEATBALLS
Four tender Australian wagyu meatballs simmered in a rich, slow-cooked tomato sauce with blistered tomatoes. Served with warm garlic bread
DIN ALTER'D LOADED BEER FRIES
FULL-pound of beer-battered fries topped with beer cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon, ranch, and Alter sauce.
Fall Menu 2025 - FLATBREADS
BRIE & BACON FLATBREAD
Garlic+ herb cheese spread, brie, caramelized onions+ apples, bacon, asiago + mozzarella blend, arugula, balsamic glaze
BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD
Grilled chicken tossed in housemade Alter beer BBQ sauce, green onions, red onions, asiago mozzarella blend, White BBQ sauce, ranch
PEPPERONI + MOZZARELLA
Pepperoni, crushed tomato sauce, Italian herbs, mozzarella, hot honey drizzle
Fall Menu 2025 - SALADS
CAESAR SALAD
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, garlic croutons, asiago crisp, Alterado lemon Caesar dressing
CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, orzo, applewood smoked bacon, blue cheese crumbles, avocado, tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, house dressing
SEARED TUNA BOWL
Spiced + seared ahi tuna, mixed greens, shredded green + red cabbage, carrots, kohlrabi, Brussels sprouts, red onions, toasted sesame seeds, sweet chili gochujang, sweet ginger vinaigrette
SOUTHWEST CRUNCH
Crispy chicken, mixed greens, roasted corn, tri-color sweet peppers, tomatoes, red onions, tortilla strips, smoky ranch
TIPSY GOAT
Bibb lettuce, goat cheese, shaved apples, candied walnuts, and Whiskey Acres bourbon vinaigrette
Fall Menu 2025 - HANDHELDS
DEC. BURGER OF MONTH
The Yuletide Prime An 8oz prime beef patty, with creamy Havarti cheese, spiced-brown sugar bacon, hydro bib lettuce, and shaved red onion. Finished with our house-made garlic cranberry-maple aioli on a pepper-herb brushed brioche bun. A festive blend of sweet, savory, and holiday comfort.
THE ALTER BURGER
8oz. USDA prime steak burger layered with American cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, red onion, and house-made Alter sauce on a toasted brioche bun
THE BIG MICK
From the mind of Cleo McDowell, two USDA prime all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions, butter bun
THE BREWMASTER'S RISE + SHINE
WILD GAME BURGER
8oz. Bison, wagyu, venison, wild boar blend patty, garlic mayo, cheddar, dressed greens, tomatoes, cowboy butter, pretzel bun
BACON CHICKEN WRAP
Grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, tomatoes, red onions, applewood bacon, asiago cheese, romaine lettuce, tomato tortilla
THE PORTERHOUSE
Seared filet and strip loin with porter-glazed mushrooms, roasted peppers, cheddar cheese, arugula, and a garlic beer-aioli served on a French roll
REUBEN
Beer-braised corned beef, sauerkraut, Alter sauce, Swiss cheese, marble rye
RUSTIC MEATBALL MELT
Housemade meatballs in roasted tomato sauce, with a melty trio of provolone, mozzarella, and asiago, topped with giardiniera on a toasted French roll
SHRIMP TACOS
Three crispy shrimp tacos, pineapple pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, teriyaki chili glaze, cumin lime crema, flour tortillas
TRUFFALO HOT CHICKEN
Crispy buttermilk chicken tossed in Captain Demo's Truffle Buffalo sauce with pickle ranch slaw, tomato, and sweet pickles on a brioche bun
VEGAN ITALIAN BEF
Locally-made by Chicago Not Dogs, seitan-based Italian Bef, with giardiniera + au jus on a French roll
FIVE CHEESE PATTY MELT
Two 4oz. USDA prime beef patties, asiago, mozzarella, provolone, American, Swiss, beer-braised onions, Alter sauce, marble rye
Fall Menu 2025 - ENTREES
FISH + CHIPS
Ambigram beer-battered fresh local walleye, fries, coleslaw, dill tartar sauce
BBQ BRISKET MAC
Slow-smoked beef brisket with bacon, green onions, and crispy fried onions over creamy five-cheese beer Mac
ALTERADO STEAK FRITES
12 oz. strip loin topped with Alteredo michelada butter sauce and paired with Cajun shoestring fries
BONE-IN PORK CHOP
10oz. French-cut Pork Chop, finished with white BBQ sauce, charred broccolini, and garlic-lemon Yukon potatoes
BREWERY BEEF STROGANOFF
Tender filet with mushrooms and onions in a rich porter-Dijon cream sauce over buttery egg noodles
Fall Menu 2025 - DESSERTS
MINI DOUGHNUTS
Fried fresh + tossed in cinnamon sugar, with chocolate, caramel, and strawberry dipping sauces
PERSONAL NO BAKE CHEESECAKE
Creamy, chilled, vanilla bean cheesecake served in buttery graham tart with a spoonful of tart cherry topping for a touch of classic charm
MINI APPLE PIE BUNDT CAKE
Bright and buttery mini lemon bundt cake with tender crumb, topped with a smooth lemon velvet topping
MINI LEMON BUNDT CAKE
Light and fluffy white cake served with classic strawberry compote
MINI RED VELVET BUNDT CAKE
Moist and classic red velvet bundt cake, finished with a swirl of silky cream cheese mousse
MINI CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE
Decadent mini chocolate bundt cake filled with rich dulce de leche, crowned with a whipped topping infused with dulce de leche and dark Alter beer
MINI BUNDT CAKE FLIGHT
Platter of all 4 mini Bundt cakes. No substitutions.
Fall Menu 2025 - KIDS
BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS
Breaded chicken tenders.
BUTTER NOODLES
Cavatappi pasta tossed with butter.
MINI CORN DOGS
Mini Corn Dogs made with chicken.
GRILLED CHEESE
Toasted sourdough bread and American cheese.
MAC-N-CHEESE
House made cheddar and beer cheese sauce and cavatappi pasta.
PASTA W/MARINARA
Cavatappi pasta with marinara sauce.
KIDS CHEESEBURGER SLIDERS
2- 2oz cheese burger served on pretzel buns.
Fall Menu 2025 - SIDES
CHIPS
COLESLAW
FRIES
FRUIT
SIDE SALAD
BEER CHEESE (RAMEKIN)
BEER CHEESE (CUP)
SWEET POTATO FRIES
SIDE CAESAR SALAD (NO CHICKEN)
BROCCOLINI
SIDE OF MAC N CHEESE
SHAREABLES
BABCIA'S PIEROGI
5 potato+ cheese stuffed pierogi, with diced Polish sausage, braised red cabbage, sauerkraut, sour cream.
BANG BANG CAULIFLOWER
Cheddar-battered cauliflower, bang bang sauce, sweet ginger dressing, scallions, toasted sesame seeds
BIG A** PRETZEL
Locally handmade pretzel, served w/ honey and house mustards, Merkts' cheese, ale cheese sauce topped with green onions+ bacon
BONELESS CHICKEN BITES
Hand-Battered boneless chicken tossed in your pick of our signature sauces, served with ranch or blue cheese
BRISKET CHIPS
Housemade chips, tender smoked beef brisket, ale cheese sauce, lettuce, tomato, jalapeno, ranch, BBQ
CHEESE CURDS
Half-pound of breaded white cheddar jalapeno cheese curds, housemade jalapeno ranch, cowboy candy
ELOTE BITES
Crispy house made corn fritters with grilled corn, jalapeños, sweet peppers, melty three-cheese blend, finished with chipotle aioli and fresh cilantro
HOUSE WINGS
Crispy hand-battered wings tossed in your choice of 4 housemade sauces - Captain Demo's Big Truffalo sauce, Alter beer BBQ, mango mustard, or spicy chili glaze, served w/ ranch or blue cheese dressing
PRETZEL-BATTERED CHEDDAR BRATS
Legendary Ream's Meat Market smoked cheddar bratwurst dipped in Ambigram beer pretzel batter, served with whole-grain honey mustard
SMALL A** PRETZEL
Locally handmade pretzel, served with honey mustard, house mustard, Merkts' cheese spread, ale cheese dip, green onion, bacon
WAGYU MEATBALLS
Four tender Australian wagyu meatballs simmered in a rich, slow-cooked tomato sauce with blistered tomatoes. Served with warm garlic bread
DIN ALTER'D LOADED BEER FRIES
FULL-pound of beer-battered fries topped with beer cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon, ranch, and Alter sauce.
FLATBREADS
BRIE & BACON FLATBREAD
Garlic+ herb cheese spread, brie, caramelized onions+ apples, bacon, asiago + mozzarella blend, arugula, balsamic glaze
BBQ CHICKEN FLATBREAD
Grilled chicken tossed in housemade Alter beer BBQ sauce, green onions, red onions, asiago mozzarella blend, White BBQ sauce, ranch
PEPPERONI + MOZZARELLA
Pepperoni, crushed tomato sauce, Italian herbs, mozzarella, hot honey drizzle
SALADS
CAESAR SALAD
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, garlic croutons, asiago crisp, Alterado lemon Caesar dressing
CHOPPED CHICKEN SALAD
Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce, orzo, applewood smoked bacon, blue cheese crumbles, avocado, tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, house dressing
SEARED TUNA BOWL
Spiced + seared ahi tuna, mixed greens, shredded green + red cabbage, carrots, kohlrabi, Brussels sprouts, red onions, toasted sesame seeds, sweet chili gochujang, sweet ginger vinaigrette
SOUTHWEST CRUNCH
Crispy chicken, mixed greens, roasted corn, tri-color sweet peppers, tomatoes, red onions, tortilla strips, smoky ranch
TIPSY GOAT
Bibb lettuce, goat cheese, shaved apples, candied walnuts, and Whiskey Acres bourbon vinaigrette
HANDHELDS
DEC. BURGER OF MONTH
The Yuletide Prime An 8oz prime beef patty, with creamy Havarti cheese, spiced-brown sugar bacon, hydro bib lettuce, and shaved red onion. Finished with our house-made garlic cranberry-maple aioli on a pepper-herb brushed brioche bun. A festive blend of sweet, savory, and holiday comfort.
THE ALTER BURGER
8oz. USDA prime steak burger layered with American cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, red onion, and house-made Alter sauce on a toasted brioche bun
THE BIG MICK
From the mind of Cleo McDowell, two USDA prime all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions, butter bun
THE BREWMASTER'S RISE + SHINE
WILD GAME BURGER
8oz. Bison, wagyu, venison, wild boar blend patty, garlic mayo, cheddar, dressed greens, tomatoes, cowboy butter, pretzel bun
BACON CHICKEN WRAP
Grilled chicken, Caesar dressing, tomatoes, red onions, applewood bacon, asiago cheese, romaine lettuce, tomato tortilla
THE PORTERHOUSE
Seared filet and strip loin with porter-glazed mushrooms, roasted peppers, cheddar cheese, arugula, and a garlic beer-aioli served on a French roll
REUBEN
Beer-braised corned beef, sauerkraut, Alter sauce, Swiss cheese, marble rye
RUSTIC MEATBALL MELT
Housemade meatballs in roasted tomato sauce, with a melty trio of provolone, mozzarella, and asiago, topped with giardiniera on a toasted French roll
SHRIMP TACOS
Three crispy shrimp tacos, pineapple pico de gallo, shredded lettuce, teriyaki chili glaze, cumin lime crema, flour tortillas
TRUFFALO HOT CHICKEN
Crispy buttermilk chicken tossed in Captain Demo's Truffle Buffalo sauce with pickle ranch slaw, tomato, and sweet pickles on a brioche bun
VEGAN ITALIAN BEF
Locally-made by Chicago Not Dogs, seitan-based Italian Bef, with giardiniera + au jus on a French roll
FIVE CHEESE PATTY MELT
Two 4oz. USDA prime beef patties, asiago, mozzarella, provolone, American, Swiss, beer-braised onions, Alter sauce, marble rye
ENTREES
FISH + CHIPS
Ambigram beer-battered fresh local walleye, fries, coleslaw, dill tartar sauce
BBQ BRISKET MAC
Slow-smoked beef brisket with bacon, green onions, and crispy fried onions over creamy five-cheese beer Mac
ALTERADO STEAK FRITES
12 oz. strip loin topped with Alteredo michelada butter sauce and paired with Cajun shoestring fries
BONE-IN PORK CHOP
10oz. French-cut Pork Chop, finished with white BBQ sauce, charred broccolini, and garlic-lemon Yukon potatoes
BREWERY BEEF STROGANOFF
Tender filet with mushrooms and onions in a rich porter-Dijon cream sauce over buttery egg noodles
DESSERTS
MINI DOUGHNUTS
Fried fresh + tossed in cinnamon sugar, with chocolate, caramel, and strawberry dipping sauces
PERSONAL NO BAKE CHEESECAKE
Creamy, chilled, vanilla bean cheesecake served in buttery graham tart with a spoonful of tart cherry topping for a touch of classic charm
MINI APPLE PIE BUNDT CAKE
Bright and buttery mini lemon bundt cake with tender crumb, topped with a smooth lemon velvet topping
MINI LEMON BUNDT CAKE
Light and fluffy white cake served with classic strawberry compote
MINI RED VELVET BUNDT CAKE
Moist and classic red velvet bundt cake, finished with a swirl of silky cream cheese mousse
MINI CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE
Decadent mini chocolate bundt cake filled with rich dulce de leche, crowned with a whipped topping infused with dulce de leche and dark Alter beer
MINI BUNDT CAKE FLIGHT
Platter of all 4 mini Bundt cakes. No substitutions.
KIDS
BREADED CHICKEN STRIPS
Breaded chicken tenders.
BUTTER NOODLES
Cavatappi pasta tossed with butter.
MINI CORN DOGS
Mini Corn Dogs made with chicken.
GRILLED CHEESE
Toasted sourdough bread and American cheese.
MAC-N-CHEESE
House made cheddar and beer cheese sauce and cavatappi pasta.
PASTA W/MARINARA
Cavatappi pasta with marinara sauce.
KIDS CHEESEBURGER SLIDERS
2- 2oz cheese burger served on pretzel buns.
SIDES
CHIPS
COLESLAW
FRIES
FRUIT
SIDE SALAD
BEER CHEESE (RAMEKIN)
BEER CHEESE (CUP)
SWEET POTATO FRIES
SIDE CAESAR SALAD (NO CHICKEN)
BROCCOLINI
SIDE OF MAC N CHEESE
Packaged Beers - 4 Packs and Bottles
4 Pack #45 Gary Fencik
4 Pack #57 Tom Thayer
Beer that tastes like beer! A great option for beer drinkers who enjoy the simple display of malt, hops, yeast and water. Solid maltiness, dry finish, and pleasant bouquet of hop aromas. Bear down!
4 Pack #99 Dan Hampton
4 Pack 768
10th Anniversary IPA - 10% 10% for Ten Years. We brewed this beer with an insane amount of hops with a unique method of feeding the boil handfuls of them every 3 minutes for 2 hours. Fermented with a rarely-used yeast strain to handle it all, this beer is fit for celebration.
4 Pack Alterado
Mexican-Style Lager - 5.0% A classic spicy nose with a hint of corn mimics driving past your local tortilleria with the windows down.
4 Pack Alterior Motive
IPA - 7.0% A bright and dank IPA that gives you lots of piney and resinous aromas from its generous dry-hopping.
4 Pack Ambigram????
Hazy IPA - 6.5% Strong orange and tangerine aroma. Juicy with just the right amount of sweetness.
4 Pack Blueberry Pie-Eyed
Fruited Sour Ale - 7.0% A blueberry sour with the intense flavor of blueberry jam and the aroma of fresh blueberry muffins. Expect a full, juicy mouthfeel and a dessert wine like finish.
4 Pack Center Line
Golden Ale - 5.0% This clean, golden ale gives you malt off the nose with hints of fruit on the back end.
4 Pack Day Sipper
German Style-Pilsner - 5.0% Authentic cracker and sweet yeast notes on the nose blend harmoniously with an herbaceous and spicy hop profile. Super refreshing, with a medium-dry finish.
4 Pack Easy
4 Pack Hopular Kid
Pale Ale - 5.0% Classic pale ale featuring popular hops with complex notes of melon, stone-fruit, and lemon.
4 Pack Play The Hits
Guava Milkshake IPA - 8.5% Back when Milkshake IPAs were topping the charts, we laid down this tropical, creamy anthem. Six years later, we're spinning it again---still loaded with pink guava, smooth vanilla, and that signature velvety body.
4 Pack Rally Point
IPA - 6.6% Sturdy IPA using two hop varieties to deliver berry, mango, and herbal combination. Elevated hopping during the boil delivers more assertiveness than a typical IPA.
4 Pack S'mores Wedda
Oatmeal Stout - 6.0% While the children build s'mores near the campfire, you've got other plans. Skip the hassle of building your fireside treat, and crack open a can of this expertly crafted s'mores from a can. It even has booze in it. This beer will stick on you, but not because of the marshmallows.
4 Pack Stoutlaw
BA Stout - 12.3% Aged for 8 months in Buffalo Trace Mash #1 barrels and brewed to be thick, roasty, and full of rich bourbon flavors. Reach for the sky.
Framboise Sour Bottle
Belgian-Style Sour Ale - 6.0% French for raspberry, Framboise has spent nearly a year aging in our oak foeders. Infused with raspberry, vanilla, and our house blend of sour microbes - you get a well rounded raspberry jam, with a hit of sour that really gives it the true feeling of the historical style.
French Saison Bottle
Grapefruit Sour Bottle
Belgian-Style Sour Ale - 6.0% Our Foeder-Aged Grapefruit Sour is a vibrant and complex brew that combines the tart, citrusy zing of grapefruit with the subtle depth of oak aging for over a year - balancing the bright acidity with smooth, woody undertones.
4 Packs and Bottles
4 Pack #45 Gary Fencik
4 Pack #57 Tom Thayer
Beer that tastes like beer! A great option for beer drinkers who enjoy the simple display of malt, hops, yeast and water. Solid maltiness, dry finish, and pleasant bouquet of hop aromas. Bear down!
4 Pack #99 Dan Hampton
4 Pack 768
10th Anniversary IPA - 10% 10% for Ten Years. We brewed this beer with an insane amount of hops with a unique method of feeding the boil handfuls of them every 3 minutes for 2 hours. Fermented with a rarely-used yeast strain to handle it all, this beer is fit for celebration.
4 Pack Alterado
Mexican-Style Lager - 5.0% A classic spicy nose with a hint of corn mimics driving past your local tortilleria with the windows down.
4 Pack Alterior Motive
IPA - 7.0% A bright and dank IPA that gives you lots of piney and resinous aromas from its generous dry-hopping.
4 Pack Ambigram????
Hazy IPA - 6.5% Strong orange and tangerine aroma. Juicy with just the right amount of sweetness.
4 Pack Blueberry Pie-Eyed
Fruited Sour Ale - 7.0% A blueberry sour with the intense flavor of blueberry jam and the aroma of fresh blueberry muffins. Expect a full, juicy mouthfeel and a dessert wine like finish.
4 Pack Center Line
Golden Ale - 5.0% This clean, golden ale gives you malt off the nose with hints of fruit on the back end.
4 Pack Day Sipper
German Style-Pilsner - 5.0% Authentic cracker and sweet yeast notes on the nose blend harmoniously with an herbaceous and spicy hop profile. Super refreshing, with a medium-dry finish.
4 Pack Easy
4 Pack Hopular Kid
Pale Ale - 5.0% Classic pale ale featuring popular hops with complex notes of melon, stone-fruit, and lemon.
4 Pack Play The Hits
Guava Milkshake IPA - 8.5% Back when Milkshake IPAs were topping the charts, we laid down this tropical, creamy anthem. Six years later, we're spinning it again---still loaded with pink guava, smooth vanilla, and that signature velvety body.
4 Pack Rally Point
IPA - 6.6% Sturdy IPA using two hop varieties to deliver berry, mango, and herbal combination. Elevated hopping during the boil delivers more assertiveness than a typical IPA.
4 Pack S'mores Wedda
Oatmeal Stout - 6.0% While the children build s'mores near the campfire, you've got other plans. Skip the hassle of building your fireside treat, and crack open a can of this expertly crafted s'mores from a can. It even has booze in it. This beer will stick on you, but not because of the marshmallows.
4 Pack Stoutlaw
BA Stout - 12.3% Aged for 8 months in Buffalo Trace Mash #1 barrels and brewed to be thick, roasty, and full of rich bourbon flavors. Reach for the sky.
Framboise Sour Bottle
Belgian-Style Sour Ale - 6.0% French for raspberry, Framboise has spent nearly a year aging in our oak foeders. Infused with raspberry, vanilla, and our house blend of sour microbes - you get a well rounded raspberry jam, with a hit of sour that really gives it the true feeling of the historical style.
French Saison Bottle
Grapefruit Sour Bottle
Belgian-Style Sour Ale - 6.0% Our Foeder-Aged Grapefruit Sour is a vibrant and complex brew that combines the tart, citrusy zing of grapefruit with the subtle depth of oak aging for over a year - balancing the bright acidity with smooth, woody undertones.
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