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SomosMonos Cerveceria secures food service license for Back of the Yards taproom

As of September 2026: Partner in brewery operations

A home-brewing hobby that started with Victor Santoyo's kettle in a Back of the Yards kitchen has cleared another hurdle. SomosMonos Cerveceria now holds a Chicago retail food establishment license for its space at The Plant, the old meatpacking complex at 1400 W. 46th St., issued September 22, 2026.

Updated Sep 23