Nightshade and Dark's Pandemonium Brewing celebrates Waukegan's own Ray Bradbury with an extensive tap list of up to 22 traditional styles and experimental beers brewed on site.

They host food trucks and pop-up kitchens. Drag Queen Trivia at 7 pm Wednesdays with Lola Madison & Friends.

Check their events for live music: They feature swing, jazz, rockabilly and more.

Family-friendly and stocked with a wide variety of board, card and dice games.

Located steps from the Genesee Theater, making them perfect for pre and post show refreshments. 

Hours of Operation

• Tues: 4pm - 10pm, Wed: 4pm - 10pm, Thurs: 4pm - 10pm, Fri: 4pm - 12am, Sat: 1pm - 12am, Sun: 4pm - 10pm