Welcome to DESTIHL Brewery and Beer Hall
Nestled in Normal, Illinois, DESTIHL Brewery and Beer Hall is a vibrant culinary destination that marries craft beer with a diverse food menu. With its spacious interior and inviting outdoor patio, the ambiance is a blend of community and comfort. Locals rave about the brown butter boneless wings, gourmet flatbread pizzas, and flavorful tacos, making it a must-visit spot for casual dining. The self-service model simplifies the experience while ensuring quick service. Whether savoring a refreshing craft brew or enjoying gourmet bites, DESTIHL offers a delightful outing for beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Cheers to great flavors and lasting memories!
- 1200 Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL 61761 Hotline: (309) 420-0159
Welcome to DESTIHL Brewery and Beer Hall, a lively dining and brewing destination nestled in Normal, Illinois. Spanning a spacious environment at 1200 Greenbriar Drive, this brewery not only serves exceptional craft beer but also offers a diverse menu that ensures there is something for everyone. With a commitment to quality ingredients and a friendly atmosphere, DESTIHL has established itself as a must-visit spot for both locals and travelers alike.
One of the most notable aspects of DESTIHL is its remarkable selection of craft beers. With an array of taps featuring an exciting blend of styles—from light and fruity to bold and robust—beer enthusiasts will find themselves spoiled for choice. A favorite among patrons is the Black IPA, lauded for its unique flavor profile, making it a rare gem in the brewery scene. The rotating selection promises fresh options that showcase the creativity and passion of their brewmaster.
The culinary offerings at DESTIHL are equally impressive, with dishes that perfectly complement their beer lineup. Customers rave about the brown butter boneless wings and the prosciutto Barrett's pizza. With a contemporary twist on classic dishes, the food stands out for both quality and flavor. Patrons like Tony M. and Kelsie R. highlight the cheese curds and hummus, showcasing the brewery's commitment to providing stellar bites that are as elevated as the beers they serve.
- Atmosphere: DESTIHL's interior is thoughtfully designed, merging casual dining with an inviting brewery vibe. The spacious layout features long communal tables that encourage camaraderie among guests, while the outdoor seating area is perfect for enjoying a sunny day with friends.
- Order Experience: Unique ordering options allow customers to place food orders via their phones, adding convenience to the experience. Guests can easily navigate the self-service setup, ensuring a smooth dining journey.
- Sustainability and Community Focus: DESTIHL is not just about great food and beer; it also has a commitment to sustainable practices, supporting local agriculture and animal preservation efforts.
Whether you’re looking for a casual outing or a spot to celebrate a special occasion, DESTIHL Brewery and Beer Hall provides a memorable experience characterized by outstanding service, delicious food, and top-notch craft beers. Its combination of a welcoming atmosphere and eclectic menu makes it an essential stop on your culinary journey through Normal. So gather your friends, explore the diverse offerings, and indulge in a beer and dining experience that’s sure to keep you coming back for more!

Wonderful food. Great service. Something for everyone. A regular stop for me when I'm in Bloomington.

The prosciutto Barrett's pizza is great and my husband loved the fish platter Cool place. Good food. Service was quick and very good.

The food is outstanding. Cool beer hall and great outdoor area when the weather is good. There are some self service or non standard restaurant order aspects. So know that going in. It's actually easier in my opinion. Try the brown butter boneless wings and the hummus. Sooo good I've been 5x in the last month with family and friends.

When I think of where do I want to go for a brewery- imagine Destihl Brewery! The brew house is here, with sustainable evidence and animal preservation. Cheers! Long benches for all my friends! Plenty of taps! Great varieties fresh on hand. A rare and my favorite a Black IPA! Whoop! Superb bites to keep the munchies so you can keep drinking. The flatbread pizza is gourmet and they have really good hummus for us plant based friends. Just a win! Bonus: gorgeous merch ;)

Destihl's beer hall is an amazing spot with a pretty inside and great patio/yard, and fantastic food to match the great beer. Tried: brown butter wings, cheese curds, dragonfruit mango sour Loved: the sour is one of my favorite sours I've had - the dragonfruit and mango flavor is strong and so good. The food is also great - I especially love the cheese curds Liked: I appreciate ordering food from my phone but wish you could order beer from your phone as well and your id was checked when they brought drinks just like other places do. The service was great overall though

How do you destihl visting a place into words and photos? Destihl brewery is my 601 place visited and what better way to kick off the 600 places visited than with a beer and a sandwich. Emily has been wanting to come back here for awhile now and it's been on my list for years now, so when we finally got some free time to roam out of our hometowns, we hit the highway for Normal. We stopped first and fueled ourselves up on coffee at The Coffeehouse & Deli before settling in at Destihl for some hopefully delicious beer and food. I've never seen photos of this place but as we approached, I was blown away by the sheer size of the building and how flat everything around it was. You can't not notice it when driving in the area. We pulled up and noticed this place was also extra busy due to graduation day for ISU. Not only that but Emily noticed there was a wedding going on in the back area of the brewery. Walking in the front doors, the inside greets you with the same sense of "awww" as the outside does. The interior isn't deep but the eating and bar area are vast. To your left seems to be a bunch of tables for groups and the bar is to the right for individuals or couples to sit at. I didn't go beyond the front doors and where I sat at the bar so I can't say if there is more than what you can see from where you walk in. Fortunately for us, we snagged some seats on an empty end of the bar. The bartenders got us our drinks (me a Hefeweizen and Emily a peach beer) and let us peruse the menu while our stomachs rumbled. When the bartender took our order, he also took our phone number. Their system texts you when your food is ready and you go pick it up at the kitchen area. Emily grabbed our meals so I didn't get a good view of the pickup area. But what a neat system. I'll be honest, it was hard to not chug my beer and order more. One, I was driving so I wanted to be safe. Two, the price of the beer was a bit higher than expected from my experiences from other breweries... but damn, was it worth it. My beer, the Weissenheimer, was one of the best hefeweizen I've ever had. Emily got a strawberry blonde ale and a peach beer. I really dug the strawberry blonde ale and while I don't typically go out of my way for peach, I have to give it credit for being tasty. My meal of choice was the Spicy Chicken sandwich with the chips and Em got the Green Fried Tomato BLT special with potato wedges. For how busy it was, our food was ready relatively quick. Or maybe it seemed quick because I had half my beer on an empty stomach and was feeling the effect instantly. When Emily placed the food down in front of us, I instantly knew the quality of the food matched the quality of the beer. At $14.25 for a sandwich, it tasted every bit of that much money and then some. While I do personally prefer a kick to my spicy foods, this one as more of a simmering hot. It never made me want to reach for a glass of water but it did let you know it was there. The chips were good, but those kind of generic thin sliced potatoes that are deep fried? Not my favorite style of chip but still tasty none the less. I tried one of the potato wedges and wished I got those instead but I do confess I have a soft spot for them. As we sat there, letting our food and beer settle, I was struck with the desire to sit there and sip on hefeweizens all day. It looked gloomy-ish out. It was a quiet saturday for both of us outside of traveling and the energy in the brewery was hectic but chill (if that makes sense). There was a guy sitting a seat over from us doing just that. Sipping beer, watching the sports on tvs and just vibing with the day. But alas that will have to be for another day. As we left, more people were piling in so we must've dipped out right as the dinner crowd was starting to come in. We were commenting on the green truck as we strolled out and Emily had the great idea for the photo you see at the top of this post. Even considering how busy it was and there being a wedding, the parking lot was more than spacious for how many people were there. So, if you come here, don't worry about parking being an issue. A day later, I am still craving more of that beer. Luckily they sell it around central Illinois and there is no shortage of beer stores around here to try and find it for enjoyment at home. But... if you visit the brewery AND find a beer you love AND don't live in the general area, you can get Growlers (crowlers?) to go or even get 6-packs from fridges near the front entrance. I really regret not grabbing some on my way out but I can see myself coming back here again and again.

Attended a wonderful Budtender Event at this location with my boyfriend, hosted by Cresco! Absolutely great vibes, clean environment overall and loved the atmosphere! Food served was amazing and the open bar was as well, all of the workers gave a top notch customer service experience! The outdoor area was open with our vendors for glassblowing and open consumption, and the dab bar was a hit with plenty of room for socializing. The view outside was marvelous as well and they had string lights for a relaxed nighttime vibe! 10/10 would recommend and I'm sure the restaurant is just as amazing!

It was the perfect evening to sit outside and enjoy all Destihl has to offer. The outside seating area provides great places for groups to gather. You have both shade and options where you can enjoy the sun. The self service inside to get your beverages and food were easy to navigate. I went with something a little different than my typical order. I tried the Dill Pickle Sour beer. It was definitely interesting but not one I could chug quickly! For dinner I went with the Salsa Verde Pork Tacos. The portion was better than most taco options and the flavor was good.

Stopped here for lunch on the way back to St Louis from Chicago. We love to check out breweries. At first glance, the food looked a little pricey. However, once we ordered we realized filling and good quality was. I got a veggie wrap and added tofu to it. It was absolutely delicious and way more filling than most vegetarian options offered at lunch places. My partner was really happy with his flatbread pizza as well. I tried some the crust, it was very yummy with a corn meal texture. Also tried some drinks, I fell in love with their hard cider. It was really nice that they had a few options other than beer like cider, seltzer, and I think they even had some cocktails. The staff is very nice and it was super easy to order, you could choose between ordering from a person and ordering from a kiosk. The space was really big, very beautiful outdoor area next to a pond.