The legendary Willibrew! This is one of the best spots for a drink in the area, and I'm constantly…read morerecommending it to people for both food and drinks when they need a spot to try in this neck of the woods. This is one of my favorite places to come for a celebration or just a regular day. The decor is always quirky and fun (giant paper machete figures high up - I assume from their Boombox Parade floats?), service is usually warm, friendly, and down to earth (the owner even came by to ask how everything was, which is a big deal in a building as massivee as this on a weekend night!) Their tap list is huge and I love to get a flight here to sample a little of everything - they offer both brews made in house and lots of local and not so local options to choose from. This day, I got the Willibrew Triptych Fruit Punch Sour, which went down easy and was fun to drink, the perfect amount of fruitiness while still having that sour tart punch. I tried my friend's Willibrew Choccy Stoot Chocolate Stout, which was a little more acidic than I would have preferred and a bit too light on the chocolate flavor for me, but still pretty in line with similar types of stouts. For food, I got the build your own burger with the vegetarian chicken patty, lettuce/tomato, pickles, cheddar, and their wonderful pesto aioli. I love that they've added so many more vegetarian options to the menu in the past few years - before that I did struggle a little bit and the Black Bean Dip appetizer was my go-to, but was not filling enough for a meal. The bun was fluffy and buttery and added to the sandwich instead of just being dry slop (which is what I think of most buns lol). This aioli is awesome and I want to dip absolutely everything in it, although the pesto notes were a little light on this day. For a side, I could choose from fries, mashed potatoes, or cole slaw, and went cole slaw to try to be healthy. I'm picky with cole slaw and actually really like this one - it's more savory instead of how a lot of cole slaws weirdly lean to the sweet side. It was crunchy and not too creamy or watery, just right honestly! I always love coming here and always try a new beer that I typically end up enjoying, since they offer such a wide variety and a good amount of sours (my favorite), stouts, seasonal items, unusual fruity items, and so on. I really should stop gassing it up so much because it does already get quite busy on some days, but I can't help myself - it's unique and unlike anything in the area. The lore, the history in the old post office building itself, the pinball machines and chalkboard in the bathroom filled with weird quotes, the funky artwork - they just all add to its character and the legend. Shout out to Barry if he still works at the bar and his awesome playlists - he gave the BEST service to my friends and I when we used to go hang out at the bar side regularly, he's the best and always made me feel at home.

We came together here to remember a special lady who was a blessing. This place offered a place to…read moreshare our memories experience comfort among family and friends with good food great surroundings and wonderful people thank you

Beer brewers and winemakers get support, from beginner to advanced. Equipment, materials and…read moreknowledge under one roof. He got us started a long time ago, and we're still making wine and hard cider. Great guy.

I stopped into Zok's today so that I could enter my homebrew in a competition that the owner, Paul,…read moreruns in Danielson, CT. The moment I set foot inside, I could tell this place was different from other brew hobby shops. First of all, this guy makes no mistake letting you know he knows how to craft a good brew. The walls are covered in ribbons from competitions that he won. I didn't even bother counting. There must be over 300 of them from all over the country. However, you would never know it from Paul's personality. He was gracious and rather humble considering the amount of success he has had. I explored his shop and just totally "geeked out" over the stuff he has. His prices are very reasonable and he is full of great advice. I don't live in the area but I would make the hour drive to Willimantic anytime I want to upgrade my equipment or get some great brewing advice. Make sure you call ahead because his hours are not always the best but this reason alone is not enough to justify giving this shop any less than 5 stars.

Varied Wings and generous beverage sizes Service was crisp…read moreand friendly Ambiance was comfortable just before the crowds

Really great wings, service, and atmosphere to watch any sporting events. Looking forward to…read morecatching some World Cup games here this summer.

I love it here! Good friendly vibes, yummy pretzels, and lots of board games to play while you wait…read morefor your food. Lots of good drinks offered. I wish it was open for longer hours!

Hops 44 is such a solid go-to for us. We live close by and there isn't much out our way, so it's…read morealways the perfect place to meet friends whether it's just for a drink, an appetizer, or a full dinner. The food is consistently good, the atmosphere is relaxed, and even the desserts are worth sticking around for. It's dependable, welcoming, and always a good time--we're so glad to have it nearby!

We've been here a lot over the years. Best Irish pub in the area. Great draft beer selection. Love…read morethe curry, mac and cheese and fish and chips. You can't go wrong. The service is always friendly.

Decided to try this place and selected what should be a house staple at an "Irish" pub: Corned beef…read moreand cabbage. The corned beef was blocks of a spam like meat, the food had zero seasoning and the cabbage with the juice tasted like dirty dishwater. It was disgusting. The seevice was lacking as well. Requests not met and waters not filled. Never again.

Amazing food, amazing service, amazing drinks, beautiful decorations, can't recommend enough. And…read moreMIA, Mia was a fantastic waitress. We shared so many wonderful conversations. Can't wait to come back

My first time on a date at Fenton River Grill. We sat at the bar. The bartenders were both very…read morenice young men the food came out fairly quick and both the Moroccan Chicken and the Hosmer Root Beer Short Ribs were good. They could have used a little garlic but were very tender. The crispy Brussels were really good as an appetizer. It has a nice ambience in there with low lighting. It was a perfect night altogether.

I just had to update my review…read more.... Was delighted to see Harp still open after all the Covid shutdowns and business closures. Stopped in a couple times for a quick dinner. I came home from spending more than a week down south eating all the best soul food, but I have to say, I just had the absolute BEST fried chicken sandwich at The Harp on Church. Best fried chicken sandwich I've ever had IN MY LIFE, and I consider myself a soul food connoisseur. Unbelievable! Somebody keep me away from this joint, or I'll never eat anywhere again!

Small little joint with a towny feel. It's rather dark in there but it works with the theme. Tons…read moreof decor to look at and read. Tables were a little sticky but the place didn't seem dirty. I'd say coming here with a date or a few friends would work but it's not built for large parties. Bartender was nice and so were the patrons. We all talked about our travels with one another. Not the typical bar experience which was nice! Nice place to bar crawl to in Willimantic.

The food is great and the staff is friendly. I always have a great time wherever I stop in.read more

We were staying in Jewett City for a night and stopped by because the reviews were so good. They…read moredid not disappoint. The food was incredible, the bartender was great, and everyone we met was so nice and welcoming. We will definitely be coming back, hopefully very soon. Thank you for having us!!! This espresso martini was exactly what I needed. Side note: we HIGHLY recommend the mango tango! Not on the menu but the owner special and definitely worth it.

Great truck, essentially a grill and bar on wheels, what could be better! The ingredients and…read moreproducts are all locally sourced which is awesome. Great way to support the community. You can tell the owner enjoys what he's doing. Food was good I had the black and bleu sliders with the Mexican street corn. Would love to see the expand their many. I overheard they also do private events. Definitely recommend given them a try!

Our apartment complex invited them to come out during dinner. The staff was so friendly and really…read moreengaged in conversation while I waited for my order. The place is really a grill on wheels which make it such a trendy place to eat. The owner also started Gastro Park. It was cool to meet him in person. I got the black and Bleu sliders. The normally cook them medium but I request medium well and I thought it was perfect! They use all locally grown/manufactured products which was such a nice touch. I also ordered a passion fruit margarita that incorporates wild moon alcohol which is also locally made. Overall cool place with great food!

This place probably has the best beer selection in Willimantic (for a package store) as long as you…read moredon't mind the jacked-up prices, and the need to look at the "best by" dates. They carry harder to find beer (Dogfish Head 120 min, NEBCo's Gandhi-bot, etc) behind the check-out counter at unreasonably high costs. I found some great beer there, only to notice that the "best by" date was about six months earlier.

From the owner: We pride ourselves on offering one of Willimantic’s best selections of wine, spirits, and craft…read morebeers, including local favorites you won’t find in big box stores. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to help you pick the perfect bottle—whether for a quiet dinner, a celebration, or a gift. With competitive prices, easy parking, and a clean, welcoming store, we make your shopping experience simple and enjoyable.