Welcome to The Hop Brewery
We're a relaxed, small-town microbrewery in Christopher, Illinois—an easy stop if you’re looking for things to do in Southern Illinois, especially near Rend Lake and the Shawnee National Forest.
Address: 203 W Market St, Christopher, IL 62822
Hours: Friday 5–8 PM • Saturday 2–8 PM
Phone: 618-956-0008
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Small-batch pours, easygoing nights
We're known for our hospitality and keep it simple: Flagship brews, a lineup of small-batch craft beer, Hard Lemonade and Soda, weekly featured cocktails and menu selections . If you’ve been hiking, fishing, camping, or kayaking in Southern Illinois, this is a comfortable place to wind down.
Cans & growler jugs to-go
Heading back to the lake, campground, or cabin? We offer cans and growler jugs available to go.
A brewery stop near Rend Lake & Shawnee National Forest
If you searched for things to do in Southern Illinois, a brewery near Rend Lake, or a brewpub in Christopher IL, we’re glad you found us. The Hop Brewery is a friendly stop for a relaxed pour while you explore the region near DuQuoin, Marion, Carbondale, and Mt. Vernon.
Good to know
We are not a music venue and we do not currently book bands.