Great beer selection. Great atmosphere. It's loud, rowdy, people were playing classic NES games on…read morea projector in the back at one point. Came here with missus and friend. Friend is REALLY into beer. He ordered for the missus and I. Every selection was great. The bartenders were attentive and informative and based on our previous choices steered us towards picks that would appeal to our specific taste profiles. This is a place I'd go with friends to just unwind. Yes it is very loud. But that's good when you've had a long week and you just want to let loose. Definitely a favorite and I'll miss this place when I eventually have to leave Connecticut.

Amazing space! We went last night to see Neva Dinova and were thrilled to see them in this intimate…read morespace. (Max capacity i74 people). The sound was great and the stage area though tiny, was big enough! They has a huge selection of beers, cocktails , canned bevs and even some great NA options. 10/10 lived this place.

Did not get the bar tenders name or the chef. But it was great! Great chopped cheese and such a…read morefun dive bar. My husband & I loved it. We will be back!

What a great find. Has all the makings of a pre-revolution tavern and probably is. Peanuts, pickled…read moreeggs, cold beer and great people. My new go to when I'm in NL

Half Keg Tavern is a historic neighborhood tavern that opened in New London, Connecticut in 1946…read more The tavern is housed inside a converted Quonset hut, which was likely picked up cheaply at the conclusion of World War II. The Half Keg stands out from other Connecticut drinking establishments in that it is technically a tavern as opposed to a bar. What's the difference? Bars can serve just about anything (including hard liquor), whereas taverns (once known as "public houses" back when residents were still British subjects) are places that can serve only beer, wine, cider, and food if they choose. At the time the Half Keg opened, there were maybe 700 taverns in Connecticut. Today, less than 10 Connecticut drinking establishments operate under a tavern license. A number of different owners have come and gone at the Half Keg, including longtime owners Ron & Maryann DiNoto. Since October 2016, the Half Keg has been owned and operated by Teresa Stomberg and her son David Donatello. The tavern serves a variety of domestic and foreign beer as well as a food menu of fresh handcrafted burgers, grinders, and a variety of bar bites. I recently visited the Half Keg for lunch while I was in the New London area. I arrived not long after they opened for the day. I pulled up a seat at the bar and began to peruse the menu. I first ordered a plate of "Fried Pickles", which were on the specials menu that day. Served with a dipping sauce, they were hot, crispy and very flavorful. I washed them down with a draught pour of Samuel Adams' "Summer Ale". Afterwards, I ordered a "Garlic & Onion Burger" (garlic & onion seasoned burger on a a garlic-buttered roll, slice of raw onion, lettuce, tomato) with a side of "Hand Cut Seasoned Fries". Don't expect anything particularly fancy here. It's just good, old-fashioned home cooking. No frills, no fuss; just fresh ingredients and good flavor! I washed my burger and fries down with a draught pour of Two Roads Brewing's "Two Juicy" (Double New England IPA). That lunch really hit the spot. I'd be interested in trying out one of their grinders on a return trip. If you're in the mood for a good sports game paired with a cold beer, good food, and the company of friendly locals, then head to the Half Keg!

What a great little bar , it's a must stop for a dive bar feel ! People very friendly , prices are…read morereasonable . Cant wait to stop back in .

Great Dive Bar - Delicious Food…read more Ryans is old dive bar pub with dated decor (which is a good thing) and plenty of food and drink deals. The food at this pub is spot on. I love their kickin chickin. its a great value and you can choose the sauce and trust me, i've tried all of them and they are all fantastic. also, the lobster roles and fried seafood are of the quality you would see at a seafood restaurant but without the high cost. Definitely check this place out if you are in Groton area. Thanks

In town visiting Of course I looked on yelp for a local…read moreplace to relax. I liked what I read so I decided to stop in. It's not easy being a woman and being by yourself but Erin the bartender made me feel welcome right away. My battery almost died and she went above and beyond by lending me her personal charger. I was grateful due to the fact that my phone was dying. She handled the bar with ease. Most people seemed to know each other and were very pleasant. I saw a couple pool tables to the side. Keno was playing but I'm not sure what else they offered. TV's were on playing sports and the enthusiast were really enjoying the game. I had already eaten so I can't tell you about the food but from what I saw it looked delicious If I'm ever in the area again I will definitely stop in and hopefully it's Erin's shift.

Mike and Dez are the best. We visited with my son Chris and were greeted like family! Thanks…read moreMike!

Mike was super awesome, bartender was friendly, nice low key atmosphere. I suggest dropping in for…read morea drink, or two!

For this review I want to focus on their TACO TUESDAY…read more I have to say I'm never disappointed. We don't come here often enough but when we do we are always happy we did. We sat at the bar and specifically came by for their tacos. How can you go wrong when they have them at 2 for $5!!! And yes all delicious; packed to the rim and all the fixings plus sour cream on the side. We got plenty. We got happy Amanda B, The bartender was there. She is always so nice and pleasant. She knows her stuff and no matter how packed the place was, always comes by to check on you. The place was packed to my surprise. Bathrooms were All clean and bar was kept clean despite so many people coming and going.

This place has bartenders that over charge. My friend and I bought each other drinks him a round me…read morea round. Total of 4 shots. After he left I had one more. When my friend left we noticed she charged him for all 4 shots. I was going to say something then but he said its ok he will pay for it. Left me his receipt just in case she charged me for them too. Which as we both felt was going to happen. Sure as the sky is blue she charged me for 3 drinks instead of 1. I showed her and she immediately got defensive call some lady that was worse cursed me out on the phone. I finally said whatever I will dispute the charge as I did not sign the slip. So if it is signed she then forged my signature. I ordered my uber and went to the bathroom. Then one of her friends came in and tried to talk to me. I told her friend that I am not in the business of having a convo with some random lady while sitting on the toilet. That pissed her off and then pissed the bartender of so much she called the police. I was leaving anyway. I waited for my Uber and left. Below is a picture of the bartender. Their funnel fries were great

We were in town for a few days and wanted to find a great cocktail bar -- well, we found it…read more The ambiance was exactly what we were hoping for: stylish, welcoming, and relaxed without trying too hard. They don't really have signage, so keep an eye out -- it's next to a Thai restaurant and definitely worth finding. Although we didn't eat, the food coming out of the kitchen looked incredible. The cocktails, however, completely stole the show. Every drink was thoughtfully crafted, and the espresso martini was especially impressive. What really made the experience stand out were the bartenders. Friendly, welcoming, and genuinely engaging -- exactly what you hope for when you're visiting a new town and looking for a place to unwind. Can't wait to come back next time we're in town.

Started with a mocktail daiquiri that was very good. Somewhat of a wait for my fish and chips but…read morethey were nice and hot when they arrived. But the seasoning on both the fish and the chips was incredibly salty. There was not enough ketchup for the chips or enough tartar sauce for the fish. I didn't finish either one. The "coleslaw" was interesting as some kind of Asian version and seemed to be fresh. I won't be back.

Excellent drinks, chill atmosphere, even better hosts. Best speakeasy in town! Vines are immaculateread more

Enjoying the cozy vibe and great company. Thanks for the fun night. I don't know why I need 85…read morecharacters to post a view.