Having a brewery inside a hockey rink is an amazing idea. We went early to have some dinner and drinks before watching a game. Lots of seating, we went on a Saturday night and there was a musician performing. Service was quick. For drink I tried their mule, which I wasn't a fan of. The food we got was great. The bread for my panini sandwich was so good, as well as the chicken and ham inside of it. The best were the tater tots, super crispy and delicious. There are a lot of drink options, and lots of seating. read more

Bay State Brewing - Chicken cordon blue panini - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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This is a nice looking brewery next to a roller rink. The beer options had a good amount of variety. I had the caramel apple lager and then the blood orange lager. Both were delicious, but I preferred the latter. My fiancé enjoyed his IPA and had it twice. We were trying to not get too full for our upcoming dinner reservations so we ordered a sampling appetizers as well. The Chicken tortilla soup came in a neat mug, my fiancé was a big fan of it. The buffalo chicken wings were very good and the cauliflower bites were very large in portion size. I wish the cauliflower had been firm and not a little mushy, but overall the entire experience was great. It wasn't crowded when we got there at four, but it was starting to pick up when we left at 5:30x read more

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Great brew selection, solid beer club, food goes great with beer, bling, and wine selection. Great for a beer, date, gathering great spot. By the way if you like hockey its a bonus! read more

Food was good. Staff were friendly, and very pet friendly! Fun atmosphere for families. read more

Bay State Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

It was alright. Slow service evan on a quiet night. Overall good food needs improvement. I get they are connected to the Worcester Ice Center but still really slow. read more

We were in Worcester on all day business and were starving by the time 5pm hit. And after what we endured that day we just really wanted a beer. I had no idea this area of MA was filled with so many breweries! Our criteria: -real food -good selection of beer -not racist **This third item was the actual dealbreaker bc multiple breweries had comments from Black folks and other patrons of color that said the businesses were not welcoming or downright racist. Actually while I'm up here on this soapbox I'm always looking at reviews for everything for indications of racism. It sucks but it's necessary and I appreciate folks who are honest about their experiences before I spend my Black dollars. OK I'm done. For now. Anyway. Back to the spot. My husband said I always pick the best places and Bay State was no exception. It's set up next to the (hockey?) complex and has a huge free parking lot. There's a choice of inside picnic table seating, outside picnic seating, or indoor bar seating. We opted for indoor seating. Bits, Bobs, and Fat Things -wood picnic tables were great. Very sturdy and tons of clearance between the bench and tabletop IYKYK -excellent beer menu. When I tell you every beer was delicious. I almost always choose the sour but theirs was a framboise so I opted for the blood orange lager instead. Woulda got a 6pack but since we decided to go up Montreal instead of home (see previous review) I didn't. Husband got the Sinshine hazy IPA. Both fantastic and served in deep steins. -food was excellent AND IT WAS 50cent wing Tuesdays. We got 10 garlic Parmesan and 10 honey soy. And an order of onion rings. Awesome all around. -waitress was friendly and efficient and kept us stocked with food and refills. I'll definitely be back - this was a great experience! read more

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Did you all get new owners? New cooks? New staff? I was a frequent flyer here (1-2x a week) went away for a couple months and now I am So disappointed. I have given it three attempts since returning - first 2 x the food inedible and embarrassing. 3rd food ok, but wrong order. Incredibly slow service (40m for a sandwich). Seems to me like they forgot to train new people. No apologies received. Will head to another spot! read more

Food was very underwhelming. I ordered a burger and fries and cinnamon sugar pretzel bites. The burger was flavorless and cold, they messed up my fry order and gave me tots I told them in which they replaced the tots with cold stale fries. The pretzel bites were atrocious, I got them to go and ended up throwing most of them away because for some odd reason they were deep fried tasted like old grease and were hard AF I could barely chew them. I will not be returning. read more

I enjoyed the Mac and cheese and the no-no margarita! I also enjoyed how spacious the place is, there is plenty of seating. Also, our bartender was nice and gave good recommendations on what to drink. read more

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Their Beer is great. There is none better than "Becky". We did not try food but atmosphere was good. Of Course had to grab a Tshirt. read more

Bay State Brewing - Bar area - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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We've been to over 25 breweries so far since we started this little adventure of visiting breweries early this year. Bay State is by far our favorite brewery. My husband loves the selection of beers here, this is the only place he'll get a flight because of their awesome selections of beers. I just love their mandarin orange hard seltzer, it is my favorite flavor here and anywhere else. Everything we have tried on their menu has been delicious and their burgers and pizza are our favorites. They don't have a large menu (and frankly large menus scare me) so everything is always very fresh and cooked perfectly. We also love the atmosphere in Bay State, great music and awesome servers too. read more

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We dropped by Bay State to celebrate the end of a long week with a couple of pints. One aspect that sets Bay State apart from other breweries in town is there selection of German beer styles. Today I had their Hefeweizen which I thoroughly enjoyed. In the past I've had their Kolsch and Oktoberfest lager which were similar in quality. They have plenty of seating both indoors and a nice patio outside. The food is pretty solid - nothing exceptional though fits the need for keeping a full belly when throwing a couple back. Another favorite part of this place as you can order 1L beers in giant mugs - awesome! If you're looking for some solid beer and a nice afternoon, check out Bay State when you have a chance. read more

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We really enjoyed ourselves. The Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Skewer is a great flavor combination. Live music with Amanda Cote and Johnny Blue Horn kept the atmosphere jumping on a cold winter night. The Cuttyhunk Hefeweizen was just what we needed to stay warm and cozy. read more

Bay State Brewing - Shrimp and andouille sausage skewer. Delicious combo! - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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I'll make it short and not so sweet . Went in , never have been there before , and ordered a martini . Was told they "don't have a full bar and to go somewhere else " I quote. No sorry can I get you something else etc.. Rudest bartender I've ever seen . Turned around and walked out never to return! Assholes read more

First and foremost, learn from my mistake, don't go on a night when there's a game going on at the DCU as this is attached. That being said, we were able to get a seat and the waitress was very cool. They had a great selection of draft beers and seltzers. My favorite draft was the blood orange. Crazy good. We started with the large nachos and finished with a Chicken Bacon Ranch pizza. They were both good but not the best we have had. Do not let that turn you away, as the drinks are the draw anyways. They also had a live band, which was because of the size made it hard to hear. The band was talented however. Once the game started it cleared out nicely and it was a good atmosphere. They also have great specials throughout the week so give it a peek before heading out read more

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There taking fucking hour to grill a burger fuck this place and give me my food. The waiter is hot though that is a plus so it gets a one start. Shitty ass service read more

Loved this place! Huge, cavernous warehouse with a lot of stuff going on. The brewery is on the right side, but on the left side there is an arcade and other games. I am guessing one can bring beverages there, since I did, and did not see any signs indicating that activity is prohibited, So that could be a really way to spend an afternoon. I was here around 3 on a Monday so I was just grabbing a quick bevvie. Beer list was a little lacking. Maybe 12-15 beers, IPA heavy as usual. I was really wanting a west coast IPA but I guess all they make in New England are the hazy NEIPA. I went with a winter warmer instead. Very serviceable indeed. This could be a great place to hang out on a Saturday or Sunday watching some football or soccer. Large outdoor seating area as well, which is key. read more

Just based on beer, I'd give this place 5 stars. Their beer was really good and reasonably priced. They had a huge selection of beers and they even make their own seltzer's. I had their fall pumpkin beer and a beer called shrute farms, which was made from beets - definitely a unique beer! They sell 4 packs for $14 and you can mix and match flavors, and their 4 pack of seltzer's are $10. Service was also very good, but the part I didn't like was the atmosphere and the food. Since this place is attached to a hockey rink, there are people walking in and out (a lot who were not wearing masks) and the bathroom/parking lot is shared with the arena, which I found to be a weird concept. For food, we ordered the totchos and boneless wings. While the food wasn't necessarily 'bad', the flavors were off. The totchos had beer cheese, but it did not taste like any beer cheese I've ever had - it tasted more similar to cheap nacho cheese. The wings were good, but the sauce was really weird. We ordered honey soy ginger, which I was expecting to be sort of a teriyaki or jerk flavor, but it was just a weird taste. I definitely think this place has good potential (I think they opened recently), they just need to get the hang of it! read more

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This place needs a 10oz to half pint option for people who only want a smaller amount, especially if needing to drive. It's 2024 people, wake up to the financial possibilities of this minimal change and customer centric benefit. A missed opportunity because management can't think outside the (general) box! read more

Awesome food selection for a brewery and outstanding service. Helpful and friendly but not pushy. Love that. Very comfy atmosphere. We are just passing thru and went with rec from Apple Maps. Very worthy. Will put a pin in it and return. Thanks BSBC!! Good luck!! read more

Just came by for a couple of beers. Place was crowded, a bit loud and service was ok. Didn't get anything to eat but hear their pizza is very good. Maybe next time! read more

We loved the atmosphere and the fact that it was dog friendly both INSIDE and outside.. The waitress was great, she knew the beers and the menu. My husband and I ordered 2 different IPAs, both were very good. We ordered a small Margherita pizza. The crust was very good but it had too much sauce. We also ordered the salt and pepper wings. They were different and ok but we can not rave about them. I think we will come back - overall it was a good experience. It was convenient off 290 and there was a parking lot read more

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Great beer variety, we liked them all. I loved the pumpkin beer the best and my husband loved the Absackerator lol one of the owners stopped by with his cute dogs and was very nice and had us try other beers! That's what I call excellent customer service!! Even though Worcester is about an hour away, we will definitely come back! The bartender was great and friendly as soon as we sat down!! Definitely recommend!!! read more

Bay State Brewing - Binx Pumpkin Ale - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Beer was really good. Pizza and buffalo cauliflower were excellent. A bit too loud for quiet conversation, but overall good atmosphere.

Met here with family & sadly, this was the worst family dinner ever. SUPER-loud music & echoing room, but the food was the most disappointing, as it was over-salted & over-cooked. The nachos and pizza were both so over-cooked the cheese was brown & crispy, and the nachos could be picked up in one huge lump. The waitress offered to remake the appetizer nachos, but the replacement arrived after we finished our salty dinner pizza ... and were again over-cooked. So we left them uneaten. Sigh - won't return here again. read more

If your looking for a great place for food and drink this is it. The food is amazing and the people working there are great and work hard to make your experience there the best it can be. read more

Waited over half an hour and never received service. Went inside 3 times asking kindly for a wait staff. Table sat next to us and received service immediately? ! We were well dressed just a cluster of disorganized staff that obviously could care less about what is happening around them read more

Went here for a hockey game. After the game, I was going to sit for a couple of beers. I sat at the bar for ten minutes and watched the female bartender run all over the shop while her counterpart just watched her. She was serving the bar as well as the surrounding tables while her counterpart just sauntered around the bar more interested in his phone. I sat there and made eye contact with him at least six different times but he would not come over to take an order. Another gentleman came in and sat next to me and still no service. We joked about the poor service. After ten minutes sitting there I gave up and went around the corner. A picture of the uninterested employee is in red. I go to breweries all over but will never go here again. read more

Bay State Brewing - Employee - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Great IPA and amazing smashed burger w/ tots! Must try if around the area. So much variety on IPAs read more

Bay State Brewing - Becky likes the Smell - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

The beer is amazing!! Not sure I'd order food again but would absolutely go back or drinks. Good service, and great atmosphere.

Great spot in the heart of downtown. This brewery had a super cool vibe, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and a phenomenal beer and food menu. The beer was served in half liter mugs so you definitely get your money's worth. The beers were excellent and food was so good. read more

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Updated review: Came back for another visit where we actually got to try the food. Seltzers still great. I think they are my favorite by far! My bf got the watermelon beer. He really enjoyed it. My steak tip sub was good. It looked better than it actually was. I mean, it wasn't bad by any means but it looked like it was going to be amazing and it was just average. The fries were good and thick and hot. My bf enjoyed his meal. He's your typical male and doesn't give a decent review so it's hard to read how it actually is. But it looked good. I would get my meal again. read more

Bay State Brewing - The big chili - Breweries Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Have stopped in a few times when I'm working in the area. Good wings, and nice cold beers on draft. Service was fast and excellent.

I was showing friends around Worcester and we were deciding between Wachusett and Baystate and selected Baystate due to proximity to our dinner reservation. We sat at the bar and were not greeted or given a menu. I had to ask three different people just for a menu. The only bartender, an older man, was surly and inattentive. I was excited to show my friends a nice Worcester spot and it was a really negative experience. Good thing Wachusett is close and friendly! read more

This place is very busy, probably because it's new and people want to go check it out. Didn't have a hard time getting a seat upstairs, the food was taking a very long time and it's all just your typically pizza, salads, wings. The prices are also pretty expensive. I really enjoyed the beer I got it was something orange however the sizes on beers I did not enjoy you can only get large or extra large basically. The staff is really friendly and it's a fun atmosphere. read more

We love bringing our dog! Food is great! Chicken sandwich or a burger Beers are always cold! They do takeout too! read more

The food was good and our waitress was awesome but I saw this guy with longish curly hair and trucker hat who had a staff shirt on- he was yelling- like really yelling at an older couple to pick up their dogs "shit." When they were obviously about to but he kept yelling at them. I felt so horrible. If that's who y'all hire then nah, I won't join and I would say don't take your dog or else you'll get attacked for them going to the bathroom even if you're going to pick it up. When I was walking to the restroom, I saw him laughing about it with people who worked there. Disgusting. Guy yelling at an old couple with an old dog. Can't the dog take a shit in peace and the owners take a minute to pick it up? Or is that not allowed? read more

Very fun atmosphere and good selection of beer! If you go here you'll definitely have to try the nachos, which are a huge sheet pan full of goodness! Great place to grab a beer and appetizer before a Woo Sox game. They also allow dogs (always a plus) and have a selection of board games for entertainment! read more

Fantastic spot to hit before a Woo Sox game.... Waitstaff was attentive, and the food was delicious!

Eh! Not sure why the 5 star reviews. Maybe the fact I came in at 9:30 on a game night had something to do with it. Or maybe cuz I had just left Redemption Rock! Either way I Ordered a Kelly2 beer. Not a juicy or hazey beer. Decided to tuff it out. But ordered beef on Weck. Had high hopes as you never see this in Mass. it was rather mediocre maybe I have high expectations from my upstate NY days! tots were hot but kinda ad that time to change the fry oil taste! Service was great and the bartender was certainly ready to get me a new beer so I can't complain. Maybe I give them another try at some point but not exactly the brewery experience I had in mind. read more