18 Best Craft Breweries near Hartford

Urban Lodge Brewing - Pratt Street Brewery •
88 Pratt St, Hartford

“Great place to get drinks before a UConn game! 2 floors lots of tvs to watch the games. Went a Saturday and all the college football games were on. The have beer and specialty drinks I got an apple of my pie, which is perfect for fall! For food we got something small grilled chicken and grilled cheese. Don’t forget to try the deviled eggs!“

3.8 Good108 Reviews
New Park Brewing Brewery • $$
485 New Park Ave, West Hartford - 2.34 miles

“The beer is delicious and the food is worth a trip by itself. We had a large group and got a bunch of different pizzas. They were all home runs. Same goes for the wings. Been dreaming of the pizza since I left!“

4.6 Superb64 Reviews
Dudleytown Brewing Company Brewery • $$
1001 Day Hill Rd, Windsor - 7.84 miles

“Dat went above and beyond to make our first visit to this beautiful establishment amazing! Thank you to him and the rest of this hard working crew!“

4.7 Superb140 Reviews
Alvarium Beer Company Brewery • $$
365 John Downey Dr B, New Britain - 7.76 miles

“The best brewery around! I love going with my husband and dog to hang out. Helpful and friendly staff“

4.7 Superb50 Reviews
Back East Brewery & Kitchen Brewery • $
1296 Blue Hills Ave, Bloomfield - 6.39 miles

“Nice brewery. Indoor area is nice and has a nice vibe. The outside area has a two tiered patio. The top patio has metal chairs and tables. The lower level of the patio has astroturf with birdcage type seating along with a tented area with large picnic tables for larger groups. They did have music playing both inside and outside but at a nice level that was enjoyable and not distrustful towards conversation.“

4.6 Superb59 Reviews
Alvarium Roasting Company Brewery • $
365 John Downey Dr Suite A, New Britain - 7.76 miles

“The best brewery around! I love going with my husband and dog to hang out. Helpful and friendly staff“

4.7 Superb27 Reviews
Coles Road Brewing Brewery • $$
817 Farmington Ave, Berlin - 9.85 miles

“A Hidden Gem! 🍻Coles Road Brewing I recently discovered this amazing brewery and I'm so glad I did! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxed afternoon with Sean. The beer selection is impressive, with a wide range of styles to suit every palate. I especially loved No Straws Required-Raspberry ❤️ The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they're always happy to recommend a beer based on your preferences. If you're a beer lover in the Berlin/Kensington Area , you definitely need to check out Coles Road Brewing“

4.6 Superb26 Reviews
Thomas Hooker Brewery Brewery • $
16 Tobey Rd, Bloomfield - 3.39 miles

“Great time at Thomas Hooker. We will be back!“

4.5 Superb26 Reviews
2nd Bridge Brewing Company Brewery • $$
642 Hilliard St, Manchester - 7.02 miles

“I’ve been going to 2nd Bridge for a few years now and it’s my favorite spot in central CT by far. Not only are the beers delicious, but it’s truly a “Cheers” environment where everyone not only knows your name but also every story you’ve shared before. I highly recommend this pub to anyone who wants a cozy spot that has excellent libations and the finest array of football around.“

4.5 Superb15 Reviews
WeHa Brewing & Roasting Company Brewery • $$
141 Shield St, West Hartford - 3.04 miles

“I have been there for the live musicians. Always great“

4.4 Superb60 Reviews
Five Churches Brewing Brewery • $$
193 Arch St, New Britain - 8.58 miles

“50th birthday party was amazing!!! Conner was the man!!! great food and beautiful brewery“

4.4 Superb39 Reviews
East Hartford Brewing Brewery •
776 Tolland St, East Hartford - 4.59 miles

“This review is a part of my quest of visiting all CT breweries. I've been to East Hartford Brewing in December 2023, but decided to pay another visit.

This is a small brewery. It is hard to notice from the road, so pay attention to your map. There are two parking lots available, the closest one is pretty small. No food is sold inside. They have a patio for warmer months and a separate building that only works during warmer months, but I didn't have a chance to visit those. The main brewery space is freezing, it was not insulated well.

The beers here are great. There are multiple styles available: scotch ale, lager, sour, IPA and so on. Generally, one beer per style. The beers are really good. Between the visits, I tried all the beers they have except seasonals. My favorite is Amazing Grace (Barrel aged scotch ale). The beers were available in beer flights of four before, but not during my last visit.

This is an awesome place to visit for any craft beer enthusiast and it is worth a separate trip. I would only suggest going here during the warmer weather.“

4.4 Superb9 Reviews
Still Hill Brewery and Tap Room Brewery • $
Shunpike Business Center, 1275 Cromwell Ave Building C Unit 9, Rocky Hill - 8.88 miles

“These folks brew great beer. If you need more than that you’re not a beer lover. If they were surrounded by penguins alone on an island Teriffed by trump 200% I’d find them and buy their trump taxes beer. If your phone says they are in Cromwell your smart phone is stupid.“

4.2 Good13 Reviews
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse Brewery • $$
320 Buckland Hills Dr, Manchester - 7.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

BJ's Brewhouse Blonde Fish 'N' Chips
BJ's Brewhouse Bowl with Shrimp
Boneless Wings Garlic Parmesan
Strawberry Shortcake Pizookie
Hot Fudge Brownie Pizookie
California Club Flatbread
Grilled Chicken Alfredo
Salted Caramel Pizookie
BJ's Smokehouse Burger
Monkey Bread Pizookie

“Food is delicious, staff is great. Also has the fancy vibe with a feel good spin“

4.2 Good360 Reviews
Hops on the Hill Farm Brewery Brewery • $$
275 Dug Rd, South Glastonbury - 8.04 miles

“I had my graduation party here and it was wonderful! The staff is incredibly kind and able to accommodate many needs. We rented out the big tent which was clean, spacious, and within our budget. We were also able to get drink vouchers for our guests- I highly recommend the raspberry summer ale! Whether you are coming here for a relaxing afternoon or looking to plan an event, Hops on the Hill is a wonderful choice.“

3.8 Good29 Reviews
Connecticut Valley Brewing Company Brewery • $$
765 Sullivan Ave, South Windsor - 8.24 miles

“This review is a part of my quest of visiting all CT breweries. Around 2019 I came to Connecticut Valley Brewing Company and bought one of each beers they had. It ended up being about 4 dozens of delicious beer. So I planned this visit to the taproom only as a formality. However, the overall experience was a bit worse.

The place is big - it has a huge indoor space with multiple seating options, including couches. No separation, just one big room. Plus there is a big patio for warmer months. The went for a plane theme and decorated the room with it. It is a bit noisy inside when there are many people, but still manageable. The brewery has an excellent selection of beers of various styles. Since I tried every beer they had over the years of going to beer festivals where CTVBC is always present, I can say that their beers are amazing. Every style they produce is delicious. From the latest visits I would recommend Spiked Smoothie Strawberry Lemonade (Fruit Beer) and Camper's Maple Stout, as they just boast rich taste. You can also order beer flights, although the options are limited to 12 taps only.

There is a food served via a separate business which coexists in the same building - Birdhouse Coffee Shop. And this was a downer. I will leave a separate review for this business, as blaming the brewery for the quality of food is unfair. But this coexistence means, that you are now limited in food options and cannot bring your own or order from a food truck. So you're stuck with a very mediocre food and slow service.

Other problems I experienced were:
- Messing up my order. One bartender asked for beer numbers from the menu, while the other one asked for the names. The latter one messed up my position.
- By the end of Monday, which is not too busy of a day, restrooms lacked the paper towels.

Overall, the beers are great. The theme of the taproom is awesome. The service might have been better.“

3.9 Good74 Reviews
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Patty's

Patty's Pizza • $$
485 New Park Ave, West Hartford - 2.35 miles

“The beer is delicious and the food is worth a trip by itself. We had a large group and got a bunch of different pizzas. They were all home runs. Same goes for the wings. Been dreaming of the pizza since I left!“

4.3 Superb6 Reviews
Elicit Brewing Co - Manchester Brewpubs • $$
165 Adams St, Manchester - 7.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls
Street Fries with Cheese
Philly Cheesesteak Pizza
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Naked Chicken Wings
Philly Egg Rolls
Margherita Pizza
Chicken Nuggets
Chicken Fingers

“Always a great experience here. Beers are always good, great food choices and service is always excellent. Kudos.“

4.3 Superb181 Reviews

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