Cultivate is the Lincoln Square location of Forbidden Root, a Chicago brewery built around botanic beer, brewed with herbs, flowers, and spices alongside standard ingredients. It sits as part of a small group of Forbidden Root brewpubs alongside locations in West Town and Columbus, Ohio, giving Ravenswood its own sit-down spot to drink the lineup on tap.
The kitchen runs a full menu to go with the beer, with burgers and rotating specials drawing repeat regulars. Cocktails are part of the program too, and the space has built a reputation for hosting events comfortably.
It's settled into the neighborhood as a low-key regular spot — the kind of place locals return to for consistent food, a wide beer selection, and an easy atmosphere.
The kitchen runs a full menu to go with the beer, with burgers and rotating specials drawing repeat regulars. Cocktails are part of the program too, and the space has built a reputation for hosting events comfortably.
It's settled into the neighborhood as a low-key regular spot — the kind of place locals return to for consistent food, a wide beer selection, and an easy atmosphere.