We walk the trail often and always pass Mikro, but we never had a chance to try it until recently. We went for my husband's birthday lunch. It was pretty crowded, but with their large seating area, it didn't feel loud or cramped. The service was good and prompt. The menu has only a few vegetarian options, and I think I tried all of them. Everything was decent. My husband enjoyed the meat dishes he ordered too. Overall, it was a great experience. read more

Have been to Mikro a handful of times - always good. Cool vibe. Tonight came with my parents and sat to the left of where you walk in to get away from the bar. Although chilly in here, we had a nice time. My parents loved the food too which was great. Tonight I got the Arepa which apparently, I won't get again because it's the second time I've had it (not here the first time) and didn't care for it. The pulled pork on top was good though I just don't care for the dish itself. A bit bland. My picture unfortunately didn't come out good for that dish. My dad got the Panko Crusted Fish Sandwich and my mom got the nachos. They loved what they got. I've been in the past and had the pizza, the poutine, pork belly sandwich, etc. I'd love to try the crab dip and whipped ricotta someday. Fun spot. read more

Mikro Depot - Panko Crusted Fish Sandwich - New American Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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I think of Mikro as one of CT's early Gastro Pubs. I hadn't been for a while until I visited this Summer for a Vermont Burger. The Vermont Burger came with candied bacon, Vermont Cheddar, BBQ Sauce, lettuce, red onion and pickle on Brioche. I ordered it medium rare, it was closer to medium well, but the meat was high quality and it was a sizable burger. The toppings were good. I loved the onion rings. They were the thick kind, and well executed. They offered salt and vinegar seasoning, which I had never seen before for rings. Very tasty. The vibe is kind of dark inside. Service was friendly and efficient. 4 Stars read more

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Friendly and attentive staff. The vibes and atmosphere were on point. I wish the outdoor area was a bit warmer as these were the only seats available when we arrived around 5 pm on a Friday. We enjoyed the pretzel and grilled cheese. However, the sauce on the pizza was not flavorful at all. Also, the pizza was very greasy. Great beer specials for happy hour from 4-5:30. Half priced on tap beers! Overall, a good experience but a bit on the pricey side. read more

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We made a reservation for 4 on a Friday and I'm glad we did because it was very busy. I loved the layout of the bar area, it was really cool in there. Drinks were great, I really liked my margarita. Food came quick too. Meals were super fresh and delicious. I got the crispy chicken caprese sandwich, it was a big sandwich and tasted great. I got the Ceasar salad for my side which I was happy with, but the hand-cut fries would also be a great addition to any meal. I had a hard time choosing what I was going to have to eat, there were so many great options. read more

Mikro Depot - Crispy chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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Stopped in on a Sunday at the tail end of brunch, but decided to wait a few minutes and order from the regular menu instead. We sat outside on their patio which is very nice. They are right on the rail trail if you enjoy cycling, but it also offers some good people (and dog!) watching lol. Server was great. She brought our drinks out quickly and was patient while we waited to order. We got their poutine to start, and a couple sandwiches with greens. The poutine was fine, but not great. I missed the big cheese curds and we had to ask for more gravy (which was extra), plus I felt like overall it was a touch under seasoned. I got a grilled cheese that had some greens and fig spread on it which was quite tasty and crunchy, and my husband had the smoked meatloaf sandwich that was very good and generously filled with meatloaf. Overall a good experience. I hadn't visited Mikro in a while and they still have a great tap list and good food, but I did feel like their menu was a little less interesting than I remember from previous visits. read more

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Cute out of the way spot on bike path - made me want to ride my bike again! Great service, very friendly atmosphere. I had the grilled cheese sandwich with apples and almonds on sourdough and it was fantastic! It comes with kale which I won't get next time as it gets soggy in the sandwich. The sandwich comes with a good side salad as well so you still get your roughage. I'm planning my return very soon! read more

Great food and the staff was awesome! Only downside is they did not have all the scotch that was on the menu. Overall would definitely go back and recommend. read more

We saw this on a blog and decided to take a ride to check it out. We were seated right away, server also touched the table fairly quickly. We decided to dive into apps so we can try the most. The pork belly bites were crispy, but tender. Cooked really well, sauced appropriately, we did the pineapple bbq . Definitely worth getting The smoked wings, we opted for the dry rub, fall off the bone with a little crispiness on the skin. The dry rub was excellent The onion rings, honestly were my least favorite. The onion rings them selves were good but they did a salt and vinegar dust which would have been good had it not just been on 1 onion ring, on one side. Most were plain. The fried chickpeas tossed in curry were spot on! These were the perfect snack, we ate the rest in the morning. We took a few things home, the chicken sandwich which was absolutely amazing as well as a tiramisu which I'm assuming was good cause my husband didn't share it with me like planned lol. read more

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Mikro is a really cool and unique spot right next to the Farmington Canal Trail. Their rotation of what's available on tap changes frequently. Inside is very warm and cozy. They also have cocktails! It has more coziness and class than most breweries and no loud young party bar energy. Service here is always top notch. Food is a bit expensive but always delicious! This is a great spot to go to during any time of the year. read more

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warm beer, cold food, bad service tonight I was excited about my order but after more than an hour, it was clear that the server forgot about us. Then she made the bus boy lie and she never acknowledged or apologized at all. Food arrived cold. Very disappointing all around. read more

I've been watching to try this place for awhile and finally gave it a try after a run club. This place is delicious, staff is friendly, cozy inside. We went during brunch time on Sunday and they accommodated a large group easily. The drug options were great. For food, I got the hash egg benny, it was fantastic. I rarely eat everything on my plate but this plate was empty. Going to come back here again once it gets warmer to sit in the outside area! read more

Mikro Depot - Hash bennedict - New American Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Great service. Our server was nice and the food was good. I loved the crispy chicken burger and fries. Didn't love the buffalo smoked wings but I was definitely the odd man out as everyone else in my party did. You can eat indoors or on the screened in patio and have a great view of the walking trail. The drinks were strong and I went during happy hour which made them strong and cheap. I would definitely return and absolutely recommend. read more

Very cool spot, entering through (what appears to be) an old train depot. The server was very attentive and checked on us regularly. We went for brunch, first time here. We started with the hearth baked pretzel. Super soft and just the right amount of salt. The deviled eggs had a great twist, with a slight hit of bbq sauce to sweeten the saltiness of the bacon. The chorizo burrito was fantastic. Most breakfast burritos I've had end up being mostly scrambled eggs. Not this one... mostly delicious chorizo. So good. Very cool spot. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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We strolled from the parking spot of the Farmington rail trail on Sherman Ave in Hamden CT. And arrived in time for out 12 noon brunch reservation at Mikro Depot. We were party of 4 with a toddler in a stroller. We had a variety from the breakfast brunch menu. Each item was delicious! It was a beautiful morning to sit on the outdoor patio. read more

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This restaurant was once a train station, which gives it a very unique and trendy vibe. Light wood trim and a combination of regular and high tables, with graphic art depicting the beers on tap. The food is reasonably priced and so good! We went for Sunday bruch and there was a good variety of options. Everything came out fast and hot. Our waiters were super friendly and even recommended an ice cream place to us. I definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the area. read more

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Mikro Depot is a hidden Hamden gem and checks off all the boxes for all things subtle yet beautiful. The feel of this restaurant is amazing, warm and welcoming. The menu is small, but perfectly so. There's something for every palate! For an app, we ordered the potato pancakes off the specials menu and for an entree I ordered the burger because I could not choose just one option. Burger was tasty and hit the spot! My husband got the grilled cheese and let me just say...apple butter on a grilled cheese is something I've never tried before and it was so yummy. Everything was delish and we're totally going back. And we also ended with dessert, which was the most decadent banana cake! OH I forgot to mention that the beer selections are epic. I had von Trapp fest bier and it was perfect on a slightly chilly evening dining al fresco. It does get packed and extra parking is across the street at Mount Carmel church if there's no spots for ya. read more

Mikro Depot - Fest bier! - New American Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

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Great place for its beer selection and good food! Will definitely be going there again!

They advertise as very dog friendly but if you are looking for a welcoming place to dine, keep searching. You will be escorted to the back of the restaurant and seated at a solitary picnic table next to the trash cans (literally) behind the restaurant. Especially do not go at night - there is no lighting at the sole picnic table and it's. We left hungry, embarrassed, and misled. read more

Mikro Depot - The 8lb sheltie in question - New American Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Food & service well executed. Love this friendly place for brunch! Everything was well prepared and servers very friendly. read more

Mikro Depot is such a cute restaurant. From the outside looking like a train stop to the chill ambiance inside. The food was amazing as well as the service. This pulled pork sandwich was to die for. The onion rings were amazing but not on it. If you take them off then 10/10 sandwich. The side salad was also great. The cauliflower appetizer was AMAZING, definitely recommend! The house margaritas were also perfection, strong and sweet. read more

Mikro Depot - Bbq pulled pork sandwich with onion rings - New American Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

I decided, out of all things, to sit outside at a table. Never would I ever but it was super nice outside so I tried it out. I sat for 15 minutes and no one approached me. I had to wave down a gentleman to take my order who said that they may have an order the Tequila Mussels that I ordered. While I put in a replacement order just in case the gentlemen never came back. A very nice guy who I believe was bartender brought me my Beermosa which was delicious. At this point it has been 20 minutes and I still wasn't welcomed and approached by any server. I had to wave down a female server to tell her the situation. While she seemed understanding, she never confirmed whether she was my server or not. To be honest, I always sit at the bar and always have a great time. I ultimately ended up eating at the bar and my experience became 10x better. The food and drink was delicious as always but, for me, it will have to be bar top dining for me. read more

We have been going to Mikro for years. And in our last 3 visits we have noticed a drastic decline in the quality of the food. Our last visit was the worst to date. I will save you the torrid details and say do not order the smoked meatloaf unless you like when the kitchen adds way too much liquid smoke! Sad to see the decline. The beer was great. And the service was absolutely amazing ! read more

MiKro Depot is a craft beer bar and gastropub that opened in Hamden, Connecticut in 2010. It was founded by restaurateur Mike Farber. In his 40+ year career in the restaurant industry, Farber has owned several restaurants in Connecticut. He was the chef and co-owner (along with Robert Potter) of Prime 16: a popular gourmet burger and craft beer bar that opened in New Haven in 2008. The following year, as interest in craft beer began to take off in the state, Farber left Prime 16 to start his own venture. Located in a strip mall at 4000 Whitney Avenue, Farber dubbed his craft beer bar 'MiKro' (a reference to microbreweries and his own given name). Chef Mike Fox was hired to create delicious dishes that would compliment the beer, such as steamed PEI mussels made with a witbeer broth, chicken wings, poutine, bistro steak, and ale-braised bratwursts. In 2018, MiKro outgrew it's small strip mall location and moved into a larger location up the street at a former railroad depot. It now sits alongside the popular Farmington Canal Heritage Trail (a former railroad line) and is frequently visited by cyclists stopping by to quench their thirst. The new location features 19 draught beer lines, as well as several more beers available in bottles. In addition to their popular small plates, MiKro now makes sandwiches, burgers, salads, various entrees, and even wood-fired pizza. I've been going to MiKro for ten years. Many of my now-favorite local craft beers are ones that I tried for the first time at MiKro. The staff there taught me a lot about craft beer when I was first becoming interested in it. A good Belgian beer paired with MiKro's steamed mussels was always a great meal. My only complaint was that MiKro was too small and got crowded quickly. I was so happy when they moved to the larger location. I'm an avid cyclist so I cycle the rail trail often and frequently drop in at MiKro. I love how they integrated the history of the railroad depot into the interior design of the bar (including tap handles made from railroad spikes). Not only does their tap selection continue to impress me, but also their evolving food menu. read more

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Food was okay, not cheap. Service was friendly, but food took forever, with no apology or explanation.

Went there for dinner ... big mistake.. was told kitchen supper busy tonight so we put everything in at once.. I didnt mind i was starving..well all the apps came out which i didnt order any.. pizza came out i didnt order.. all food was finished when i asked about my burger and was asked oh should i put it in now?? What are you kidding me keep it ... left hungry and cooking dinner now... read more

Came to dinner with my cousin on a Saturday night and got seated right away :) I saw they had beer flights and our server, Jario did a great job at suggesting which beers I should give a try. We started off with the whipped ricotta and it was heaven in my mouth! I ordered the burger as my main dish, you get a choice of fries or a salad. The burger was scrumptious and the sauce on the side was great, just toss it all on there. For dessert, do not pass up those ice cream sandwiches, you won't regret it! Great service and great food, can't wait to come back! read more

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Pre pandemic really enjoyed this place - great beers, great music and love the architecture of the building. Went back recently and was disappointed. Hubby and I started with the chick pea appetizer which was as good as its always been. next, we moved onto the grilled cheeses sandwich and the Cuban and found both disappointing for different reasons . Had asked that the bread not be buttered because we were reducing calories and it came out greasy. when I asked, instead of using butter they used OIL? How does that save calories - now i have calories that have no flavor. When I questioned it, their response was - you're good - its not butter ! Misses the point of asking for it to not be butter toasted. Next time, if there is a next item, I wold just say - toast it dry but I've never had any other restaurant not understand that ask and use oil. The greens that came with my sandwich were so oily and over dressed I couldn't eat them. My grilled cheese did not have the contents spread evenly (see photo - a pile of kale in the center) and the ratio of bread to filling was off - a very dry sandwich except for the oil. Hubby did the French fry up charge ($4 - most places are $ 2) and the fries were not crisp; they were limp. The Cuban - the bread didn't hold up p the filing - maybe that sandwich belongs on the Texas toast so it is easier to enjoy the sandwich without it falling apart - the inside was good. We ate less than 50% of the food and the bartender didn't check in to see if the food was good and notice that we weren't eating it or ask if we wanted a second beer - she just asked us to close our check so she could go home. I debate between a 3 or a 2 but the price put the review at a 2 because hubby' sandwich with the fries was $ 20 and my meal was almost $ 17 and not really enjoyable. if we had been disappointed for less money, i likely would have given a 3 but when you are paying more for high end sandwiches, you have higher expectations. read more

Food was good , beer was great as well. However, when we still had beer, and were having conversations the waitress came and said " Guys you have 5 minutes, we have a lot of people today and this table is booked" . I asked her "Are you kicking us out?" she goes "No I'm just letting you know there are people waiting for this table". We were there for less than two hours having food and drinks. I'm sorry but we are not coming back, should not have left any tips, no respect for the to customers. read more

What a great place to find! Cool brewery setting with huge drink menu, and equally large food menu - something for everyone. We had the ahi tuna bite appetizer and the burrata salad. Fresh, beautiful presentation, and delicious! The chicken sandwich with onion rings was also great and our server was amazing - friendly, helpful, gave us plenty of time and room. Win! read more

I found this place on Instagram a few months ago. Had wanted to go to Texiko but they were closed when we were looking to go. Came here last weekend for a birthday brunch. Had a big group so was able to split a ton of stuff. By far our favorites were the gnocchi, white bean hummus, poutine and cinnamon roll. read more

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I went to this restaurant today for first time. All I got was a pretzel which was really good. Price was $6.45 and you get mustard and beer cheese. I'm a mustard kind a person so the beer cheese wasn't for me. The staff was very pleasant. I wanted to try the grill cheese but didn't want to sit. Tired and wanted to go home. I will go back for lunch or dinner to try some other menu items. I say go try this restaurant and see what you think. I will write another review once I eat a meal instead. Enjoyed the pretzel. read more

Mikro Depot - Pretzel beer cheese and mustard. - New American Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

We all got something different and we all enjoyed our meals from the grilled cheese to the meatloaf sandwich to the burrito to the wings to the margarita pizza. Great selection of beer. read more

Found this spot on a whim. Needed to have dinner on my way to New Hampshire. Saw the overall ratings and decided to make a stop Honestly I wasn't disappointed with either food or beer. Food is simple but good. Ordered Poutine, Burger, Mussels and to be honest there are few places that are basically breweries or bars that offer this kind of quality fare. Mussels weren't overdone like most other places, poutine was basically the authentic version you get in Canada and burgers with great quality meat and done to order (medium), which somehow seems out of reach for a lot of places. If it wasn't for the missed hummus it would have been a 5*. read more

The food & service is always outstanding! One of my favorite places to grab a bite. House bloody Mary's , salads & all the smoked meat choices are a must try. read more

Had lunch there today. It was the first day of Octoberfest. Food was delicious. 2 of us had wiener schnitzel, one had short rib "pot roast ", and I had loaded bratwurst. Food was all an explosion in our mouths. Waitress was so friendly and informative. Helped to navigate the extensive beer menu. Atmosphere was great. A hidden gem. read more

I know where the barbecue is good to go and that's Mikro. The staff will kindly greet you to your seat to eat. Taps across the bar and the bartender is a superstar. The barbecue tastes so amazing forever you will be craving.  One IPA or brown ale will have you telling tales. The spirits will flow as you converse with the bartenders who are in the know. The ambiance will give you a feeling like your at home healing. Take my advice because going to Mikro will change your life. read more

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Reliable pub grub with plenty of seating. Service good, beer selection good, generous portions. Outdoor seating is great if weather permits. read more

Best mussel pot I've ever had. Not a lot of incredible options in the are, but this place is certainly one. Great beers, great food. If you're near the QU campus, absolutely stop in. read more

1st and foremost the service here is impeccable. You never lack for anything at your table. Servers are always checking on you and so pleasant. Food is great full of flavor and so many items to choose from. The fried chicken sandwich is really good along with the mikro burger. The cauliflower was surprisingly good. Didn't really care for the shorts ribs over polenta. Polenta seem plain and lacked flavor. But didn't stop me from coming back. Came twice in one week. So that goes to tell you all is great at Mikro! The beer flight was interesting in trying 4 different beers at one time. My table enjoyed that for sure. Can't wait go back and enjoy the spot in the summer time after walking the trail. read more

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