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05/31/2026
Family Friendly Sundays continue through October! ☀️🍕🚲
While Plank Road Tap Room is primarily an adults 21+ destination, Sundays are our opportunity to welcome families out to enjoy the Beer Garden, live music, food trucks, bike rides, and the great outdoors together.
We love being able to offer these special days and hope to continue them for years to come. The best way to help us do that is by respecting the property guidelines listed and helping us create a safe, enjoyable experience for everyone.
Thank you to all of the families who have helped make these Sundays such a success over the years. ❤️
Check out the upcoming schedule and start making your Sunday plans!
05/28/2026
Reminder: We close at 7pm this Thursday, May 28th.
See you Friday for Bellies Food Truck and drinks in the garden!
05/25/2026
🚨 THIS WEEK AT PLANK ROAD TAP ROOM 🚨
🗓️ WINE WEDNESDAY: AUSTRALIA 🦘
• $5 Four-Wine Tasting For $5
• 4-8P
🗓️ THURSDAY HOURS: 2-7P
🗓️ FRIDAY:
🗓️ SATURDAY: .graze.llc
🗓️ SUNDAY:
05/25/2026
We are closed this Memorial Day to enjoy the day with our family and friends. See you Wednesday🇺🇸
05/24/2026
Family Friendly Sundays are back at Plank Road Tap Room! ☀️🍟🍻
Today we’re welcoming serving up a late lunch in the beer garden beginning at 2pm. Grab a drink from inside the cabin, bring a few lawn chairs or a blanket, and settle in for a relaxing afternoon in the sunshine.
A couple quick reminders as you plan your visit:
• Outside beverages of any kind are not permitted
• Our nature trails remain for adults 21+ only at all times, even during Family Friendly Sundays
• Children must remain with an adult at all times
See you in the garden!
05/23/2026
It’s a perfect day to throw on a hoodie, grab a great beer, and enjoy the outdoors at Plank Road Tap Room. 🍺🔥
Our friends from will be serving up BBQ favorites starting at noon until sell out, so come hungry and settle in for a relaxing day in the beer garden and trails.
Good beer. Smoky BBQ. Hoodie weather. Sounds like a pretty solid Saturday to us. 😉
05/22/2026
It’s finally Friday! 🍻
We’re open today from 2pm–9pm with .curious.crow.cooks rolling in around 4pm serving up dinner in the beer garden.
Grab a drink, throw on a hoodie, settle into the patio or trails, and kick off the weekend the right way.
05/19/2026
🚨 THIS WEEK AT PLANK ROAD TAP ROOM 🚨
🗓️ Wine Wednesday: Pacific Northwest
• 4-8P
• $5 Four-Wine Tasting
🗓️ Friday:
• .curious.crow.cooks 4P
🗓️ Saturday:
• 12P
🗓️ Sunday:
• 2P
• Family Friendly
05/18/2026
🚨 WE’RE BACK AT PLANK ROAD TAP ROOM! 🚨
Midwest Smoke BBQ returns to Plank Road Tap Room for the first time in 2026 and we couldn’t be more excited to spend Memorial Day Weekend serving up some great BBQ and cold brews with everyone! 🔥🍺
Join us Saturday, May 23rd from Noon–7PM or sell out as we bring all the fan favorites back to Plank Road including:
🔥 Chopped Brisket Sandwiches
🔥 Pulled Pork Sandwiches
🔥 Pork Belly Burnt Ends
🔥 Mac N Cheese Boats loaded with your favorite meats
🔥 Mac Daddy Sandwiches
Great beer + great BBQ = the perfect Memorial Day Weekend combo 🍻
Bring your friends, come hungry, and let Midwest Smoke handle the food while you enjoy an awesome afternoon at Plank Road Tap Room!
05/17/2026
Sundays were made for pizza, beer and beer garden relaxin'! Stop in with the family and enjoy this beautiful weather for our second Family Friendly Sunday of the season!
will be serving from 2pm-6pm or sellout.
05/17/2026
Join us today (Sunday, 5/17) for a Slow Roll Bike Ride with beginning at 11:30am! 🚲🍻
Then stick around as rolls in at 2pm serving up wood-fired pizza perfect for a late lunch in the beer garden.
It’s our second Family Friendly Sunday of the season, so bring the family, grab a spot outside, and
- Sundays are the only day guests under 21 are permitted at our venue.
- Outside beverages are not permitted.
- Children must remain with an adult at all times.
05/16/2026
Family Friendly Sundays are back at Plank Road Tap Room! ☀️🌿
While Plank Road is typically an adults 21+ venue, Sundays throughout the summer are special family-friendly days where guests under 21 are welcome to enjoy the outdoor areas alongside a parent or guardian. (May 10 - Oct 4)
We’re excited to continue this tradition each season and appreciate everyone helping us keep these Sundays safe, respectful, and enjoyable for all guests by following a few simple guidelines:
• Children must remain with an adult at all times
• No outside beverages of any kind permitted. We offer several kid friendly options for purchase.
• No throwing or kicking sport balls
• Our South Beer Garden area remains reserved for guests 21+
• Nature trails are closed on Sundays
• Seating and parking are first come, first served
We look forward to welcoming everyone out for great food, drinks, and summer afternoons in the beer garden.
❤️
05/16/2026
It's going to be a beautiful day in the beer garden, and this Saturday we're featuring a new food truck to our rotation! Help us welcome .rancheros starting at 2pm and serving until around 5pm. Pairs well with a sangria or cold beer on tap!
* This event is 21+. If you're planning to only order food from the truck, we kindly request you take it to-go as parking and seating is reserved for Tap Room customers.
05/15/2026
Get your taste buds ready for something AMAZING. The will be at Plank Road Tap Room serving up brisket and pulled pork sandwiches. Is your mouth watering yet?
Grab a beer, some BBQ and
This event is 21+
05/14/2026
Don't forget every Thursday, we hide a wooden coin somewhere inside the Tap Room. Find it and score yourself a free beverage from our tap list on during your visit 🍺
The rules are simple:
• One coin hidden each Thursday
• Find it and bring it to the bar
• Redeem it for any beverage currently on tap
Could it be tucked on a shelf? Hidden under a chair? Blending into the cabin somewhere? 👀
Grab a drink, take a lap around the Tap Room, and let the hunt begin.
05/14/2026
Thursdays are the perfect day to relax in our award winning beer garden or take a stroll through our 7 acres of walking trails 🍺🚶🏼♀️🌿
05/13/2026
Grab some BBQ and come over for a tasty beverage!
Do you like BBQ? Well this is THE best you will ever have! We are happy to welcome our friends from Slow Smoke BBQ to our Plank Road location, in Udina, TODAY from 4 to 6:30. DO NOT miss out!
05/13/2026
This Wednesday we’re heading to the Pacific Northwest 🍷🌲
Join us for Wine Wednesday and taste your way through 4 pre-selected wines for just $5. From crisp whites to bold reds, we’ll be pouring wines inspired by the vineyards of Washington and Oregon.
Full pours and bottles to-go will also be available, so grab a glass and take a stroll through the trails for the ultimate midweek reset.
Wine, fresh air, and a little escape from reality? Sounds like a solid Wednesday to us. 🍷
Adults 21+ only
05/13/2026
May is filling up fast around here 🍷🌮🚲🔥🍕
Here’s what’s coming up at the Tap Room:
• 05/13 — Wine Wednesday: Pacific Northwest wines beginning at 4PM
• 05/14 — BYOF + Sip & Stroll the Trails
• 05/15 — Semper Fi BBQ beginning at 4PM (until sold out)
• 05/16 — Tacos Rancheros from 2PM–6PM 🌮
• 05/17 — Bikes & Brews with Elgin Community Bikes slow roll at 11:30AM 🚲
• 05/17 — Chuck’s Pizza beginning at 2PM + Family Friendly Day 🍕
• 05/20 — Wine Wednesday: Chardonnay beginning at 4PM 🍷
• 05/22 — Curious Crow beginning at 4PM 🍔
05/11/2026
🚨 THIS WEEK AT PLANK ROAD TAP ROOM 🚨
🍷 Wine Wednesday 🍷
• Bordeaux
• $5 Four-Wine Tasting
• Walk-Ins Encouraged
• 4-8P
🗓️ Saturday
•
• 2-5P
🗓️ Sunday
•
• 2-6P
‼️ OPEN REGULAR HOURS ALL WEEK
05/10/2026
Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Plank Road Tap Room 💐🌿 Join us today for Mother’s Day in the Garden from 12:30–7PM for an afternoon filled with pizza, charcuterie, live music, cocktails, and time well spent with family & friends.
🍕 Kurbside Pizza @ 12:30PM
🧀 Suburban Graze @ 12:30PM
🎶 Matt Petko live at 2PM
🍹 Featuring our Glittering Gold Rush cocktail
We’ll also be raffling off:
🧁 2 beautiful cupcake bouquets created by Sweet Tooth by Sarah
🎁 Gift cards
Raffle tickets are just $5 each, with all proceeds benefiting Go With the Flow! ❤️
A few friendly reminders for today’s event:
• Children must remain with a parent or guardian at all times while on the property. Trails will remain closed.
• Outside beverages of any kind are not permitted
• To help accommodate everyone, we kindly ask guests to limit visits to around 2 hours if possible
• We highly recommend carpooling as parking can be limited.
Grab mom, grandma, your favorite aunt, or your best brunch crew and come spend the day in the garden with us 🌸
05/09/2026
Only a couple more hours to stock up on plants for mom before tomorrow!
Visit in the beer garden at Plank Road Tap Room on this beautiful Saturday 🌿
05/09/2026
AVAILABLE NOW
Our Glittering Gold Rush Cocktail
features Bourbon and Honey with freshly squeezed lemon juice, edible luster and a splash of Zardetto Prosecco!
Stop in for our 21+ Saturday Mother's Day Celebration
or our All-Ages Sunday Celebration and
05/09/2026
Here's everything you need to know about Mother's Day weekend at Plank Road Tap Room! Just click the link below:
Mother’s Day Weekend in the Garden 🌿 This year, you’ve got two days to choose from —each with its own vibe and unique food lineup. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed, adults-only evening or a fun, family-friendly celebration, we’ve got something for everyone! No reservations needed .....
Address
39W149 Plank Road
Elgin, IL
60124
To reach Plank Road in Elgin, public transport options include taking the bus or train to the Elgin station and then walking south along Douglas Ave until you reach Plank Road. Alternatively, driving directions would involve taking I-90 to the Randall Road exit and heading north until you reach Plank Road. Parking is available at various locations along Plank Road, including nearby parking lots and street parking.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
2pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
2pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
2pm - 9pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 7pm |
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What people say
Plank Road Tap Room is a must-visit destination for beer lovers in Elgin. This craft beer bar boasts a rotating tap list that features some of the best beers from coast to coast, including local favorites from Chicago and the suburbs. The owners have traveled the country in search of great beers and have brought them all back to their home in Elgin for visitors and locals alike to enjoy.
One of the highlights of Plank Road Tap Room is their award-winning beer garden, which provides a relaxing atmosphere for patrons to enjoy their drinks. They also offer food trucks on site, making it easy to grab a bite while enjoying your favorite brews.
Located on Plank Road, this 21-and-over establishment is perfect for those looking for a fun night out with friends or a casual date night. Additionally, they are located near hiking trails, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
Overall, Plank Road Tap Room offers an exceptional experience with its impressive selection of craft beers and inviting atmosphere. It's definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!
