15 Best Craft Breweries near West Hartford

“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!“

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

“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!“

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

“I’ve been to the vast majority of breweries and beer bars around this state over the years and can easily say that Transcend is worth the visit time and time again.

Their food is great, they have a full bar for your non-beer drinking friends, and plenty and space and TVs. You can’t go wrong with this spot or the excellent quality beer.

From an IPA lover who will drink down any of their sours.“

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

“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!“

“Amazing beer, outstanding food. The team behind the bar are absolutely top notch. There is no better place to go for some awesome brews and dinner. Definitely WORTH THE TRIP! Ice Cream Man is my absolute recommendation for anyone who enjoys a New England-style juicy IPA!“

“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.“

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

“Awesome Beer! Super friendly staff!
Mark the head brewer and owner will make you feel right at home.
Played in the Inaugural Skee-Ball Tournament in the winter of 2025.
Great time. Well organized.
AND ON top of that- Relic has over 20 pinball machines. You’ll love the beer, the people and the pinball. Hooray for Relic Brewing it helped me get through the winter.“

“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“

“We held a celebration of life event at the brewery. It was the perfect vibe we were looking for, casual, laid back. The staff was professional, kind, and made everything so easy allowing us to relax and enjoy the time with our guests. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“My husband stumbled upon Hops on the Hill as we were looking for things to do since we were flying home to KY departing from Bradley International airport. The location / atmosphere absolutely beautiful. The people were friendly. The food truck, delicious. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area.“

“Urban Lodge Brewing on Pratt Street is a great place to enjoy quality beer and a lively atmosphere. Their IPA is really good—smooth, well balanced, and full of flavor—and the overall beer selection is solid. It’s also an excellent spot to watch UConn basketball, with plenty of energy and excitement during games.

It can get a bit crowded, especially during game times, but that really speaks to how popular the place is. Even when it’s busy, the vibe stays fun and welcoming, and the staff do a great job keeping things moving. The crowd, good beer, and game-day atmosphere make Urban Lodge Brewing a place I’d happily return to.“