Food is so good and so is the beer! I like the oatmeal stout best, super creamy. I also like that they are vegetarian and kid friendly! Would recommend even for lunch even if you aren't having a beer. read more

Everything was great- delicious and innovative approaches to the everyday tried and true. Yes it maintains coolest Bethel hang in status complete with no nonsense waitresses with hearts o gold and a fun sit your butt down kinda vibe. I loved the non alcoholic homemade hibiscus lemonade and paired it with a fresh approach to a Mozzarella Roasted peppers panini with just the right amount of bacon pieces and balsamic drizzle to say heck yeah! Well done Broken Symmetry! Coming back when it's time for a beer and more fun food travels read more

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Went for brunch and stayed for three hours. The whipped ricotta with balsamic glaze and pistachios was out of this world. We ate it so quickly we forgot to take a picture. The outside seating is lovely and you can watch the train pass right by. It's a great spot to meet friends and enjoy shared plates or individual meals. The waitress was fabulous and humored me when I wanted to try several different beers each round. Can't wait to go back. read more

Broken Symmetry - Beers, waiting for round two - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

We took a hiatus coming here for a while after the menu had changed and didn't offer enough options for gluten/grain free & pescatarian diets. The new menu looked more promising so we decided to come back. Service is still great - friendly & quick, and the beer is fabulous. With spring in full swing the ample seating outside is a large plus. The menu has some better options again too. The drunken mussels tasted amazing, and the loaded fries were perfectly crispy on the outside and came as a generous portion. The salads provide good gluten free options now though it would have been nice to be able to get the hummus with just some vegetables, rather than just offering gluten free wonton chips as alternative to pita. read more

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Good bites. Great music. Excellent beer.friendly people ready to take care of you. I love the noise cancelling panels on the ceiling. It feel like a cool bar with high ceilings but you can still hold a decent conversation. Outs side seating is pretty cool too read more

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My family stopped here on our way home to the Lehigh Valley from Boston. This brewpub wasn't far off the beaten path and had decent crowd for a Sunday. Our server was friendly and gave us some good recommendations on beer and food. The counterparts on also recommend a beer to take home, which I did. The food was fantastic. I ordered a peach salad special and my wife had a smash burger with onion rings. Others in our party ordered the smash burger and there were no complaints! Highly recommend if you're in the area or traveling through. read more

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Great find on a Wednesday night thanks to some Yelp reviews. Had the family on a trip to Central CT for a wedding and wanted a beer and dinner. Beers were good, food was even better. And... it's located in and old strain station. We were seated right away but place was very busy for a Wednesday. For food we got the BLT sliders, Philly steak and everything pretzel. Our son got a grilled cheese. The sliders were the star, small with perfect blend of ingredients and crispy bacon. Pretzel and Philly were decent too. Our son's grilled cheese was fair and he loved the fries. The beers were tasty and nice variety. Off street parking and air conditioned on a hot night. read more

Broken Symmetry - Nimbus IPA - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

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This is a review not of the brewpub itself, but of the Broken Symmetry beers we were lucky enough to try at an Oktoberfest event: Aztec Sky (Mexican lager), Festbier, and an IPA (not sure which one). All were delicious, intriguing enough for us to seek this brewery / gastropub out. Festbier was a lighter, low-hop, easy-drinking lager, a very pretty amber. It drinks like a "session beer," and probably wouldn't be a bad choice for endurance drinking. Aztec Sky was about the same weight as the Festbier, but a bit hoppier, with a little bit of sweetness on the nose and/or the tongue, and something bright and acidic -- maybe citrus or.... tamarind? (Is that ever a flavor note in beer?) In any event, refreshing and fun to drink. The Pardner is still in a big IPA phase. I only tried a few sips of his and probably lack the language to describe it properly. This wasn't one of the excessively hoppy, bitter, heavy examples of the style that seem to be all the rage at many Vermont breweries (and that make me want to throw in the towel after a few sips). It would do well with fatty sausages and sauerkraut -- which is indeed how the Pardner consumed it. Lovely staff and owner (who is evidently quite a brain). We can't wait to try more beers at the brewery! read more

The waitress seemed overwhelmed and was definitely not making us feel welcomed. She was rushing us in every way and didn't check on us once the food came. Food portions are very small and very expensive, but good. All in all, I think rushing people in and out to get more tables in is a mistake. read more

Nestled alongside the RR tracks in downtown Bethel you will find this popular brew pub. It's laid back and welcoming inside, cozy even. In the summer months patrons can choose to be seated outside. The menu is 2 sides: on one you choose from an array of beers and cocktails and the other you can start with shares, then your entree, and dessert. I love the menu. One might argue it's minimalist but I like a restaurant that doesn't have a 5 page menu. I ordered a nice Mexican lager to sip on while we read the menu. My friends went with the shrimp BLT wrap, which I almost ordered myself, but I ordered the smash burger and fresh onion rings. I liked that our server asked before we ordered if there were any allergies or intolerances she needed to know about. The burger is served on a fresh sesame seed bun and slightly dragged through the garden. Perfect. Beer onions! The condiments - especially the sauce - tasted fresh and bold. My friends reported that the wrap was a hit. We followed with dessert: a delicious chocolate mousse with bananas, crushed Oreos and whipped cream served sundae fashion. This was a tough choice because they also offer bread pudding and gelato. The coffee and hot tea also get high marks. read more

Might be our favorite place around town. We came first for the beers which are excellent. The Nimbus is my favorite but honestly haven't had one we don't enjoy! After a while we started trying the food and wow! Didn't expect a brewery to have such amazing food. The sandwiches are amazing, we love the Bahn Mi and my family is obsessed with the chicken cutlet sandwich. The truffle pretzel is also a favorite, as was the seasonal trout dip. Their cocktails are pretty good too! The staff is fun and friendly! We always feel comfortable. Lastly, both the indoor and outdoor seating are comfortable- a great summer spot! Dog friendly tables are a bonus!! read more

Broken Symmetry - Bleu Balls - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

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Great food, Shared the Crab Panini and the Shrimp Wrap. Wow. Really good beers (tried 4 between our group). Wonderful vibe. Great parking. Definitely coming back read more

Perfect birthday celebration with great food and amazing beers like the belle curve and warp factor!!! So excited! Also don't miss the Mary Jane cocktail. Big yum read more

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Love the food here when I'm in the neighborhood. Hubby had the burger and i had the corned beef - we ordered a side off fries - men was a little confusing that they possibly were included but they clarified when we asked. Food is soooo good - I enjoyed the blonde beer and hubby had the Courage beer that provides $$ to veterans -both were good and we left with a mixed variety 4 pack. the only reason they don't get a 5 is the food is a bit pricey. read more

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Please bring back the old menu! We came by on a beautiful Saturday afternoon excited to sit outside to enjoy some burritos and other Mexican food and we were so sad to see the entire menu changed :-( Also, would like to see some large beer glass options, especially for the lighter beers like lagers. Summer = pint minimum. read more

Enjoyed a wonderful lunch on a hot summer day! Cold beer and a Caprice Foccacia sandwich and a tasty Peach Salad with grilled chicken. read more

Broken Symmetry - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

Beer was excellent. Entrees and an old fashioned I ordered did not wow me. Stick to the beer and an appetizer and stay happy. read more

Broken Symmetry is a craft brewpub that opened in Bethel, Connecticut in March 2018. It was founded by brewers Chris Sanzeni and Kevin Arrington, restaurateur Lisa Tassone, and chef Paul Mannion. Tassone has been a restaurateur for over 29 years and also owns the Bethel restaurants La Zingara and Vesta Rooftop. Sanzeni worked as an engineer for several years but also brewed on the side. Mannion is an accomplished chef who ran the Danbury-based Mexican food truck 'The Green Grunion' for many years. The partners all got together with a vision of opening a brewpub in Bethel. They felt that a brewpub (as opposed to bars and restaurants) would attract a different clientele to the downtown area. After scouting a number of possibilities, the old Bethel Train Depot became available. Built in 1899, the little station serviced the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad (now the Danbury Branch of Metro-North Railroad) before it closed down in 1996 and a new station opened nearby. After closing, it was home to a bicycle shop for 15 years. The partners named the new venture 'Broken Symmetry' as a nod to Sanzeni's physics background. As of 2024, Tassone and Mannion are no longer affiliated with the brewpub; Eric Genuario is the current executive chef. My son and I recently stopped at Broken Symmetry for weekend brunch. We were visiting the nearby Danbury Railway Museum and decided to continue our fun train-themed day with a stop at the brewpub. My son and I absolutely love trains and we loved the brewpub's design and decor. The interior is very nice with additional seating outside; you can still see Metro-North trains going by every so often. The house beers are mainly Belgian-style and the food menu features burgers and sandwiches, salads, and various shareable plates. To eat, my son had "Chicken Nuggets" (with side of fries and ketchup) from the Kid's Menu while I had the "Brunchorizo" (chorizo, runny egg, Swiss cheese, guacamole, chimichurri aioli, pickled red onion, on brioche) with a side of "Beer Battered Onion Rings". I was pretty thirsty, so I ordered the sampler flight of nine that included an Extra Blond Ale, an American Lager, a Pilsner, a Dark Cherry Wheat Ale, a West Coast IPA, a Honey Saison, a Belgian Christmas Ale, a Double IPA, and a Belgian Quadrupel. All of the food was excellent and the beers were very flavorful and refreshing. The Double IPA (named "Nimbus") was my favorite and I ordered a four-pack to go. For dessert, my son and I split a delicious slice of "Oreo Mousse Cake" (light, fluffy cookie & cream mousse, chocolate cake). We had an excellent experience at Broken Symmetry and look forward to returning! read more

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Kudos to the chef pumping out great food! Their selection of beers is pretty solid as is the food coming from the kitchen. Hand cut fries shareable is a must! Great specials on a daily basis as well. We came on a Friday night and were treated to live music as well. read more

Broken Symmetry - PATTY MELT Smashburger, Caramelized Onions, Brown Butter Mushrooms, Bacon, Swiss, on Toasted Rye - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

So good, family friendly. great drinks, it's a bit expensive but it's a nice treat from time to time. service is great, overall 5/5 read more

Broken Symmetry - Garlic bread with vodka sauce. - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

Food quality / price (value) rating 7.5. The atmosphere is brewery in an old train station. They sell nine of their own draught beers, individually or by the flight. A limited menu is offered including a "smashburger" and other tavern style food. We shared a Smashburger with fries. The burger was in need of flavor, either some spices or searing maybe. The fries were frozen plastic bag type. I had a flight (4) that was pretty good, although nothing stood out. The service by Sidney was excellent. read more

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Support this local brewery!! This place is in an old train station serving incredibly flavorful brews and pub food. We tried the Fresno melt which was the right amount of spice and cheese. The pretzel was nice and soft on the inside and came with both mustard and cheese sauce. The fries and onion rings were very well seasoned and the beer was great. Such a fun atmosphere with a projector tv screen for games and events like game night and trivia night during the week! Each and every staff member was incredibly upbeat and friendly. I definitely recommend trying this place out. read more

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I come to BSGB regularly. Always looking forward to the new Beers that they are concocting. I've found myself recently enjoying the Mad Hatter Helles Lager, accompanied by the Symmetry Smash Burger. The beer is always ICE cold, and delicious. The food is always fantastic and beautifully plated. I can see why they are a top rated, award winning brewery. The attention to detail is second to none and the service is always top notch. Located in a repurposed train station, it's a nice place to unwind and watch the train go by. read more

Cool setup for a brewery in an old train station. Awesome variety of beer that is all well made. Solid food offerings as well. Ok for kids as well. Service was decent. read more

Great beer for all tastes, fantastic food and a wonderful team making it all work. Brewed on site the beer selections are great and for all that's tastes. Located in the old Bethel train station, it has great indoor and outdoor seating options. Trivia on Thursdays and live music and other events running often. Another great stop in downtown Bethel. read more

Stopped in for brunch today. Great Fall Special cocktail , Hard Cider & Whiskey! Delicious zucchini fries and pierogis. My husband had the Brunch burger and said it was delicious. read more

Broken Symmetry - Fall Apple Cider & whiskey & Cinnamon. - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

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Excellent place, with excellent service. I've been coming here for years and it never disappoints.

Wow. Just everything here was wow. The beer, the food, the vibes, the service and the merch. Go here, do not skip!!! We are only in town for the weekend and we are already trying to figure out how to come back to get more beer and to try the other things on the menu that we weren't able to try the first time! read more

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Cute establishment located in town center. Has various beers can order a flight to try out variety. Great for dates, friends, groups, parties. We ordered the fish sandwich not recommended either the Cajun cole slaw way too salty takes away from the sandwich itself. Enjoyed the space and beer. Friendly staff walking distance to other businesses and town. read more

I came back for the special since I last came and was impressed! It was a Hawaiian plate which comes with Hawaiian short ribs and hulu chicken and a side of Mac salad and rice. There's not many places around here that you can get Hawaiian food and I loved this. read more

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Fun brewery vibe! The food is excellent. It's hard to beat great food, beer and trivia in one place. Recommended.

Everything about this place is perfect. The food, drinks, and the love the owners put into it is amazing. And thank you for adding sours into the mix. Actually it was two of the owners that introdued me to true sour beers, and there was no turning back. I love this place. read more

When we walked in I was reserved we satoutside by the tracks I ordered the ipa 8% it was some of the best local ipa I have had impressed the food we ordered which was French frys where really g[d sauce was excellent and food people where eating next to us looked great going back for food and beer October fest right around the corner read more

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I can't express how much I love this place. I live in Boston -- I text my sisters the specials in case someone is in town, and can swing by and try what they are serving! The food is that great. I don't like beer -- so I can't speak to it, but the food is amazing. I make a stop any time I'm in town. The staff is amazing -- I went out to lunch with a friend who left their water bottle there -- they saved it for me for a couple of weeks until I came back to get it for them! The ambiance is so cute -- a restored train stop next to the railroad tracks -- adorable! My favorite stop in Bethel! read more

Broken Symmetry - Pinwheels!!!! - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

I came for the beer but I will always remember Broken Symmetry because of the burritos. A warm, juicy pulled chicken burrito. Mmmmmmm. I had a flight of their brews but unfortunately nothing stood out to me. However, I also got a can of cold brew cinnamon vanilla coffee. It was great, especially considered I rarely drink coffee. It's a pretty neat space. There's a big projector screen at the opposite end of the taps so can sit and watch a game. I recommend checking it out! read more

Great vibe. Mixed crown which was refreshing to see as it wasn't over run with millennials. Communal tables, high ceiling, exposed beams, Edison style lighting. They show a move on the broad wall to entertain (ours was Happy Gilmour). Limited food menu but those around us really liked the burrito best. On to the beer. A decent selection of house brews but some of the barrels were tapped so not the best time. I tried the departure 4 IPA and really liked it and the Holiday Porter was very tasty. Great out door space during warmer months. read more

Broken Symmetry - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

Food is delicious!! The griddle nachos are delish and I like that they consistently have a vegetarian option for tostadas or tacos. This time was the winter squash tostadas and they were very enjoyable. read more

Broken Symmetry - Winter squash tostadas - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

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While visiting in Bethel Connecticut, I stopped at the craft brewery to pick up some IPA beers to go, to have in my house for Superbowl weekend. I would have stayed inside and tried some draft beers and food they offered, but my girlfriend just adopted a cat from down the road, and we couldn't leave him alone. So, I went with ordering some 4 packs of 16oz beers to go, to drink at home. I went with three different IPAs they had in cans for this weekend (Stratus, Nimbus, & Allegiance). I tried all three at home, and I loved them. These were some really good IPAs they had to offer. I would have loved to try some more of their beers as well, as I was so impressed with these 3. Next time I am in the area, I will definitely be stopping by here again, for indoor drinking and eating, as the beers were awesome and the food pics the served looked so good. read more

Broken Symmetry - Beers To Go (Mix of IPA Beers) - Brewpubs Near Me - Bethel, Connecticut

Hands down one if the best brew pubs in Connecticut. We had an amazing first experience and will definitely be back. The Brussels sprouts appetizer was amazing! The flights were beautifully labeled and the wait staff was the best! Highly recommend. read more

Really solid local brewery. They have really cool names and great descriptions for all their beers. They had live music the day I went and the vibe was awesome. Ordered the nachos which where better than expected and so where the beers. Would definitely go back again. read more