17 Best Craft Breweries near Bloomfield

“Always a beer (or two or three) that I like at either the Hartford or the Bloomfield location. The different specials aren't easy to locate on social media - this brewery doesn't seem to participate on yelp either The bartender last weekend was so friendly and pointed out a great case special to us before we were leaving that we ended up purchasing. Not sure if they do case specials in the Hartford location - have only ever send them in Bloomfield and that makes sense based on the size of the location.If you bring your own growler, their prices are pretty good for a 64 oz refill.“

“Awesome brewery and beer. Backeast is also very creative with new beers and trying different ways to mix them. I personally like to see new things to try when I go to the brewery but still have those favorite staple beers they make. 5 stars“

“We held my sister’s bridal shower in The Barrel Room earlier this month. The room is already cute - and we loved bringing in just a few little touches to add to the space! The team is so easy to work with. Our guests raved about the food - we got a veggie platter, some hors d’oeuvres, and pizzas. We brought in some charcuterie cones from The Gathering Board (they delivered!) and some cupcakes and the team helped us swap things out during the party. Loved being able to hook up a Spotify playlist as well. Great beer and wine too! I know a number of guests bought some beer on their way out. Thank you!“

“Could this spot be any cooler? I grew up knowing all the lore around Dudleytown so this brewery was a must-try. They have food trucks but you can also bring in your own food/snacks. The beer is...wow. So good. The stouts are especially delectable. The place is huge and the outdoor space is beautiful but it was January when we went so we didn't sit outside. But I can't wait to go when it's warm. This place is a vibe for sure.“

“What a cool spot!! Slightly difficult to spot, don't overlook this really special spot!! The owners are on site and welcoming to all that stop by. There is a self serve beer, wine and cider wall - seriously!! The charge is by the ounce, so try a taste and see what you like! The system includes getting a personalized card that allows you to "self serve" their amazing brews. The food is also super - I tried one of the flat breads and wasn't disappointed. They were accommodating to a group of about 12 visiting - reserved some tables pushed together for our use and gave us great service. Yes! They did separate checks for everyone because you order using a QR code and pay on the app. They then deliver it to you at the table! Thank you!“

“Almost Famous Brewing is this amazing gem-like your fav vinyl hiding in a stack at a vintage store. You MUST try this place. Check out the website and get yourself familiar with all of the choices. They do offer flights so you get a chance to try everything. The most genius piece… Is the customizable, sour beers and seltzers. You heard me… Customizable. There’s a huge array of flavors that you can inject Into a solid sour beer base or a sparkling seltzer base. You will not be disappointed. And the customer service, amazing from start to finish. We felt welcomed as though this were our local neighborhood bar for decades. I would rate this a 15 out of 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Really well crafted beers. The inside of the brewery is built and decorated to give you a warm, cozy feel. You will not feel like you're on Main St in EH. It made me feel like I was in a brewery in NH or ME. Worth the trip! Will definitely be back!“

“Love this place. Wish I could stop in here more, but when I do I'm always met with a friendly face and an awesome beer. Join the mug club if you can! Love trying out the new beers and Heath & Alan are the nicest around. Don't miss this spot.“

“Luppoleto Brewing is a comfortable place to spend an afternoon sipping your favorite beverage while playing a game, They offer a variety of craft beers, ciders, wine, cocktails and NA options. The brewery hosts one of the biggest game libraries I have ever seen at a brewery. You can snack on a giant brioche pretzel or other snacks inside the brewery or get food from a food truck outside. The long communal tables often means that you will leave with new friends in addition to a great experience.“

“I came in here on a Saturday afternoon when I was in town for the Hartford Marathon. It wasn't too busy and it was easy to find a seat. I ordered a flight and a half order of nachos. The half order was a large portion and they did not skim on the toppings!“

“Wow! What else can I say... this is a great brewery! Our friend introduced this spot to us and what a winner! If you're from East Hartford you may recognize their brews from Burnside like the famous Ten Penny Ale. They're back as East Hartford Brewery with some of their old favorites and more! I got a flight and this was the first time in a long time I liked every beer I tried. My favorites were the Penny Weiz and the Leafy Penny! The inside/outside seating area is so cozy and filled with a bunch of heaters for the chilly weather. What a cool vibe. Staff was awesome as well. And the best part? They're dog friendly!!! They also have a great lineup for food trucks. We'll definitely be back!“

“This is easily the best pizza and bar in town. The pizza is an absolute standout--crispy thin crust and consistently delicious. The beer selection is solid and the staff is always so friendly. We are so happy they do trivia now on Tuesday nights!Definitely worth adding New Park to a must visit.“

“We hosted our friend’s Celebration of Life at WeHa. Cody was flexible with us about the date/timing of the party as it coincided with an already pre-planned event. Additionally, he was very responsive to our many emails! The venue was beautiful, and it was a great location to get 100 people together to raise a glass to our live who passed.“

“Don't sleep on this place; Hopmeadow's beers are incredible and always true to style. Their staff is helpful & knowledgeable and truly family-owned & run which is rare these days. The place is gorgeous as well- so many personal touches and handmade art. Perfect chill spot for dates. They have lots of long tables so they're great for group hangs too. Go!!“

“I've been here 2 times and ready to leave a review. I visit all breweries I can find, so Broad Brook was on my list. The place can be described as a restaurant with a brewery - you can expect good food and full service here. Nice design decision is that you can check out brewing tanks from the inside.As a brewery, the place is average. Don't get me wrong, beers are fine, but nothing great. I can mention Smoked Rye Lager (out of rotation already) and a Baltic Porter as a couple of memorable ones. The rest are perfectly fine to sip, but they would hlbe hard to remember, in my opinion. On the photo, you can see a beer flight of a stout, Jigawatts DIPA and 2 lagers (which are pretty good for lagers).The food is excellent. I want to mention their Drunken Swine pizza separately, as it's just delicious. All the other items we tried were excellent as well - Buffalo Chicken Quesadilla and Smoked Salmon Salad are on the photo. The place itself is a one big room with little separation. Although about 3 more tables are located near the entrance, before the main room.If you search for a place to have a good food and several beers, then this is the place. If you, like me, like to try new beers only, then this place is fine to check out one time as well.“

“We recently hosted an event here, from the start Andy was very responsive and very quick to get back to me. He was prompt and kept me up to date on the entire process. During our event our bartender Bianca was great and every one was so helpful. I highly recommend working with them for events and the food is fantastic. Highly recommend and will come back in the future for any event needs. Thank you again to all the staff.“

“Loud, happening brewery in downtown Hartford. Came late afternoon Saturday during March Madness and it was packed. Seating is first come, first served. Luckily a couple was leaving the bar area and we got to sit there. Beers were too bad and food was tasty. We enjoyed onion rings and fries, Philly steak sandwich, Buffalo chicken empanadas and a special sandwich on the menu. Beer and food is paid separately unless you're at the bar. We had a gift card giving us issues and luckily a bartender took care of it for us. Will check this place out again before a Yard Goats game this summer...“