Solemn Oath Brewery

Wow. They listed four semi dark to dark beers when we got there they had none only lite beer. Drove an hour for this big disappointment. Please update your website to show what you actually have.

by far, the best place to drink around. I love the craft brews and the selections. the staff is absolutely wonderful. simply cannot get enough of this place. I recommend it to everyone! so amazing!!!

Great place! Small space, but… it’s amazing! The beer selection is large, the brew room offers intimate conversation, the music is good, and the staff are super nice.

Place is too small and beer is just average. I was totally blown away with the «credit only approach «and this idiot bartender who thinks He is Michael Jackson only He was a complete moron.

Never disappointed with the beer here. Always a good selection of styles. There is a 3-​beer limit, but it’s a taproom, not a bar. Besides, some of these beers are 10−12%, so three is plenty! You can bring in food, and they occasionally have food trucks.
A few downsides – there’s limited space in the taproom, and they will only fill their own growlers, so be aware of that if you want to take some home. But, overall, a solid spot.

Finally got to try this place! We were going to order food in as we were starving when we arrived at 2pm on a Sat. Sadly we had to run out to get something quick as there was no were to sit and eat or stand. Came back had a flight and a beer wow they are so very good and so very strong.
I really liked Death by Viking.
I probably wont ever go back because I can just pick up a beer at Binnys from them… I cant do crowded places too much it was very packed and loud the whole time we were there…
Crowd was very interesting from what I can tell a lot of suburbanites. Overall Im glad I came and conquered.
–paz

I purchased a growler of the Pernicieux. The beers are okay to good. I haven’t had all of them so I can’t attest to the overall quality.
I’m just disappointed with the asinine policy of not filling my own growler and having to buy theirs. The fills are $ 19 at the cheapest which is quite expensive to begin with, but they want a $ 5 premium to sell their own growlers too? And this information is literally in the last paragraph of the text on their website. What is this, Hitchiker’s Guide to the Galaxy? And to top it off, no one told me in person — not the guy at the door (I asked if they fill), and the bartender told me this AFTER he gave me the samples and not when I started the conversation with my growler clearly in view.
I have a double walled vacuum sealed hydroflask (it’s even unbranded!), miles ahead of the dinky tin lidded glass growlers they want money for. The lids they tape on don’t even have polyseal, something you can get for 97c in retail. Am I to buy a new growler from every guy who decides to brew in his garage?
This is bs, and they’re getting away with it because of lack of competition in the area where people think taprooms in industrial areas are a novelty. I come from a state where every street has a brewery and such «policies» are nonexistent. Take it from me — someone who saw my neighborhood back home go from 1 brewery to 9 in less than 2 years — being first or even among the first isn’t everything.
I bet they’ll feel fine about not getting the 3 beers worth I can buy at their taproom. But as someone who has invested in breweries, with buddies in the business, and homebrewer who simply loves beer and everyone else that enjoys it, I’m just sad that these are the prevailing attitudes in an industry I’m so passionate about.

Cool brewery with a small taproom, probably seats 8 – 10 people. Good for a quick chat specially when you end up standing by a barrell which they use as tables, which is cool. A little bit hard to find since it’s behind a complex and there were no signs except for the one by the main road. You have to drive behind a building which says something about just for delivery trucks or something. However, experience was nice. Beer selection was fine, not that many options for me since I like dark beers.

For a place thats basically a large closet with a bar, I really enjoyed myself here. Even amongst the yuppies and bar flys, every one was jolly and welcoming. I didnt get a hint of pretentious or hipster the entire 3 hours I was here. What a breath of fresh air for a craft beer joint! Its very cool that they allow you to bring in food, and even have it delivered. Last night they had a pierogi truck outside, drool. 3 beer maximum is totally understandable considering most of the beers are 9% or more, and the whole place is the size of a walk in closet, so its nice to have some turn around so people arent occupying stools all night. Bartenders are crazy friendly and attentive. They even mingle after their shifts are over. Good times all around!

Went to this place on a Saturday and was definitely impressed by the beers and the bartenders. It’s rather hidden in an industrial park but usually easy to spot with either a food truck or a plethora of cars.
There are roughly 12 – 15 spots to sit at the bar plus a few other tables There is a limit of amount of beer you can drink which is smart. I’ve not seen that before anywhere else, but it’s a good idea. The beers themselves are very fresh and good and there is a slew to choose from. I am a fan of Psychogaze, Kidnapped by Vikings and Wreckagemaster.

Went out on a lark with a few of my work buddies here last night. It got a bit crowded at 6pm on a Thursday, but we were able to stake out a few seats by the bar when a couple of dudes left. There’s no shame in helicoptering.
My buddies got flights and I tried a few of theirs, but I ended up getting 2 IPAs and a black kolsch as my THREE BEER LIMIT. I wanted to try their oatmeal stout desperately (as I am not a fan of IPAs, and this is because, as one of my male friends puts it, I have a vagina). Most of their offerings were of the pale ale variety, some being so bitter that it wrecked my palate and that’s all I could taste for the rest of the night. But if that’s your thing, then you shan’t be disappointed. Hopefully next time we go back, they’ll have a bigger offering of stouts and less IPAs.
Don’t forget to bring food, since they don’t serve it here. I brought a bag full of tacos and was the belle of the ball.

I looooove Solemn Oath beer. My husband and I can often be found stopping in for a quick pint or a growler fill on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon in between errands. This place is FANTASTIC. The beer is super good — belgo-​american style all the way! They tend to have hoppier offerings with a strong dose of wild strain yeast funk at the end. They are slowly converting me into a hop lover. The tap room gets crowded, so we don’t generally go at night (we like to sit and drink and there’s not a lot of seating) but it’s location is perfect for a quick stop over, and there’s nothing better than the smell of wort while having a pint (or two, but no more than three).
The only things I don’t like are that they will only fill Solemn Oath branded growlers (which means we have to make a special effort to remember to bring it instead of the one that’s usually in the car for such occasions) and that they leave the garage door shut, even on gorgeous days. It would be really nice if they could expand their taproom into the parking lot a bit in the beautiful summer weather.
They don’t serve food, but you can bring it in. ENJOYYYYY!

«I do solemnly swear that Solemn Oath has some friggin’ good beers!» –LOVE THAT
Once again, my friends and I decided to check out a new brewery and we found ourselves in the middle of the suburbs, in what seems like a secretly designated spot in Naperville for beer lovers behind blocks of industrial buildings, which is excellent! Beer was excellent, I got the sampler. The only «complaint» that I really had was that there was nowhere to sit because it was VERY crowded (also a good sign), so we sorta had to awkwardly ask people to put our glass on their tables/​barrels, but that doesn’t discourage me from visiting again. I came for the beer and I’ll be coming back for it as well.

The place is located behind all the industrial buildings and seems like your in the wrong place for a brewery but your not. I have to say I love craft beers along with trying different ones to see what I like. I ordered a flight and was able to get a good idea of the ones that more suit what I like. The butterfly flash mob was the one I really enjoyed. The atmosphere is really cool and laid back. It is not very big inside so get their early if you want to have some room to stand. They will have food trucks outside from time to time so try and go so you can catch one. They are all really good from the ones that I’ve had.

Stopped in on a Sunday since we were in the area. The tap list was pretty sparse, I was expecting more of the taps on the wall to have beers behind them. I had a double ipa death by viking ($ 6.50 a pour) and it was pretty good. We also tried the Kavorka Russian imperial stout and it had a metallic taste to it. The growler fills are pretty pricey. I had hoped for more. Now don’t get me wrong, them kicking kegs so quickly that there are 5 empty taps on the wall is a great problem for them, just not a great problem for me. Would probably enjoy being at a local bar with Solemn Oath on tap vs coming back here.

We love the SOB! They always have a great selection of fresh craft beers to choose from to suit any beer drinker’s palate. The food trucks on weekends are a great addition. It can get kinda cramped in there on busy weekends though. They could definitely use some additional seating besides the few stools at the bar and the wooden barrels on the floor that are used as tables.

I take a solemn oath to give the most honest review possible of Solemn Oath: go!
Did you guys know this is place is in a garage? Well, it has a big garage door so it’s kind of like a garage. Oh, you knew that already? DANGIT.
I came here on a Saturday night around 8:30 and the place was packed. I was shoulder to shoulder with Naperville’s finest, drinking the finest beer in the finest garage in town. It was like a high school party except it cost a lot more and it was legal.
In summation, I like this place. It’s interesting and despite all if the quirky restrictions placed on it, it’s obviously a good time. So check it out, but bring your credit card and eat beforehand! This is because they only accept credit cards and they only serve beer. It’s the truth!

I do solemnly swear that Solemn Oath has some friggin’ good beers, good atmosphere and just overall is a good time. I’ve been there a couple of times now and I wish I lived closer so that it could be a regular after work type of stop for me.
Naperville has a limit of 3 pints which they impose on Solemn Oath. Some may see this as a deterrent but really when you are drinking beers that range from 5 – 10.5%, you shouldn’t be drinking more than 3. The caveat to the rule is if you get a flight of their beers, that counts as 1 pint. I usually do this as every time I’ve gone they’ve had some new beers that I wanted to try. You get to try 4 generous servings of beers in wine glasses. I absolutely love their beer list as it provides great descriptions of each brew being offered.
Seating is my only gripe with Solemn Oath. They don’t have many seats at the bar and it seems to always be busy no matter what time I come. They have some barrels people can stand around & set their beers down at but aside from the bar, no other seating. It’s a small tap room so there isn’t much space… but I think there is enough space for some seats around the barrels. Or some small tables. It would definitely help in serving more people.
Solemn Oath is BYOF (Bring Your Own Food) as so many breweries are which is great. They also have food trucks there every once in awhile serving the masses.
I’ve bought bombers from Solemn Oath when I’ve gone because they are usually a couple bucks cheaper than buying them at liquor stores. Score!
Now their beers are consistently pretty solid ranging in flavor and type. I’ve tried a number of them such as: Death By Viking, Ravaged By Vikings, Kidnapped by Vikings, Oubliette, ultrahighfrequency, Bier Der Toten, Pat, Ticklefight, None More Black. Hexafoos, Snaggletooth Bandana, Butterfly Flashmob & Scareball. Checking my Untappd, I rated all of them 4 bottlecaps (except for 2) or higher which is quite rare for a single brewery for me. Proof that they have really solid, reliably delicious beers. My favorites so far have been Skinny Jeans R Ridiculous & Death By Viking.
I’ve come to Solemn Oath and sat alone at the bar & come with others. I felt completely at ease here when solo at the bar and there were others there alone, as well. The bartender was amazing and super helpful in my beer making decisions.
Solemn Oath Quick Tips:
+No Cash! Credit Cards only.
+It’s hidden in an industrial area. If you think you’re in the wrong place, you’re in the right place.
+22oz-​ers were $ 7 – 10 take-​out.
+Beers pints were $ 6, Flights of 4 were $ 9.
+They do not take tips! But please buy your bartender a beer for $ 6. It’s their way of tipping without really tipping.
+B.Y.O.Food!

Oh my, what can I say about this place that hasn’t already been said? Maybe a quick list will do?
1. Kind of hard to find. Look for the garage with the Solemn Oath name.
2. Plastic only.
3. 3 drink max.
4. Buy a flight — try 4 beers at a time.
5. Their beers are even better than their names (Promiscuous Apostrophe, Snaggletooth Bandana, Ticklefight).
6. My favorite is the Most Important Beverage of the Day.
7. No food, just beer.
8. Space is tight. Be prepared to stand.
9. Children are welcome (there were kids there when I visited).
10. Talk to the people sitting next to you. They’re beer people, just like you.
We went for an early birthday celebration for my hubby, and I’m sure we’ll be back more times to count. Go here.

If I was a single chick, I’d be here every day. This place is a sausage fest and I’d definitely have my pick of any type of man I wanted — from the burly lumberjacks to skinny hipsters to just the average working man, I think any woman could find her potential mate here.
I came to Solemn Oath a few weeks ago on a Friday afternoon with my husband and Angela P to try out their beer and also finally try some Toasty Cheese. Solemn Oath doesn’t have food, so if you’re the type that likes your beer with food, make sure to come on a day where a food truck will be on the premises.
I tried the Oubliette and found it delicious. It’s a light beer and right up my ally.
The seats are very hard to come by so if you plan on coming in on a Friday night, I’d recommend leaving work early to beat the rush and snag a seat. Just tell your boss I said you had to leave and that should work as a valid excuse. (I am also willing to type this up and print it out for you because I am that selfless of an individual.)
The bartenders were pretty cool too, even though they were slammed. It was a fantastic experience, just wish the place was a little bit bigger.