Nice spot when the weather is good. I came on a Friday evening and was pleasantly surprised to see plenty of other families with kids. Just a heads up: if you're looking for a quiet, kid-free drink, this probably isn't the place. But if you're a parent who wants a relaxed space where kids can run around and play while you supervise with a drink in hand, this works really well. The bartenders were friendly, and while I don't drink beer, the cider was decent. They also usually have live music, which adds to the atmosphere (just check the calendar before you go). My only downside was the food truck on-site (Walrus Outpost). Service and food were not great for us - see my separate review for that. The other food truck that offered Japanese snacks or light fare was really amazing. Every thing came out perfectly and without the attitude of the folks of Walrus Outpost when it comes to ordering or any feedback on their food. Overall, a really nice, low-key place to meet friends and let the kids get some energy out, especially on a warm evening. read more

The Biergarten is a very nice dog friendly space, apart from the odd pen area labeled "21 and over". I thought this was a brewery? Why is there an odd animal pen area for adults? The beers are fine, too many IPAs and while the other beers we tried were good, they did not stand out. The server was terrible. I asked her what beer they had that was not an IPA and she told me to read the menu. She could not tell me about the product she was selling... It was very off putting. She also did not bother bussing any tables, even thought she was responsible for the Biergarten space. Honestly, I hope their other staff are better. read more

I visited Nod Hill on several occasions and enjoyed it each time. Not just the beer but the atmosphere, entertainment, staff and fellow guests have all been great. I am looking forward to trying the Bourbon barrel aged imperial stout that I brought home. Nod Hill participated in the 2025 CT Beer Passport BOGO so the hour trip here was well worth it. read more

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Went yesterday with friends. Beer was mixed for me--IPA and maibock were great, English ale and Trappist not so much. There are multiple rooms inside, somewhat dark but not terrible. I would like to come back when the weather is better and sit outside in the Biergarten. There was a food truck, but we didn't try anything. The brewery does have chips and popcorn available inside. Live music was starting just as we had to go, so another thing I would like to go back and experience. Aside from the beer, the people working there were very nice and helpful. Pour options were good also--4, 8 and 16 ounces. Cheers read more

Sigh. It's 5/5 for beer, 1/5 for atmosphere, at least in the beer garden which could be more aptly named "The Playground". I have been to many, many breweries and I've never been to one that is this overrun with kids screaming, throwing rocks, and running amok, and certainly not one that's this unapologetic about it. The way it was today it really didn't feel like it was about the beer at all. They have a 21+ area tucked away in the back of the garden which is about 1/10th of the size of the rest of the area. This implies that it's the minority of people that would like to drink their $10 pint in some semblance of peace. It's also inaccessible! If you have mobility problems then you're going to struggle to even get there as you dodge kids and walk on loose stones. Forget it if you use a wheelchair. From my perspective as someone with mobility challenges it's not just a nuisance, it's a safety concern as well. I don't need kids to not exist in these spaces, but I do need some amount of decorum so I don't fear being tripped by a kid running around. That's basic decency and it's up to the establishment to lay some ground rules. It's likely better inside, but we should all be able to use and enjoy the outdoor space the same. read more

I was hesitant because their beer garden is across the parking lot from the main draft house, but they have an outside bar and a couple of food trucks set up with good food. The beers were pretty good, a nice variety on tap, and even more options at the bar inside. The bartenders were friendly, the beer garden was huge and had space for live music; the inside wasn't busy but had some space set aside for private events right in the warehouse by the vats. A nice bonus if you like swag, they had some really nice t-shirt and hoodie designs. read more

Very cool English pub feel at this local brewery. They have a wide beer, selection and friendly staff. They always have something new to try and their beer is very well-made. read more

Stopped in late Sunday for a drink. FOOD: did not have any but food truck was there and looked clean and organized. Good Beers---Old Homeplace and Geobunny. SERVICE: Sat out at the Biergarten and was served by a friendly bartender. AMBIANCE: the large area of the Biergarten was overrun with kids and their parents screaming at them to stop running around. There is a small "over 21" section closer to the woods. I have nothing against kids, but they should reverse the sections and make the kid-friendly section a little smaller. Its tough to enjoy a relaxing outdoor drink with kids screaming and throwing rocks! Nice open stage for live music. Overall... pay a visit for the beer read more

What an incredible venue. We came on a Tuesday and had an amazing lobster roll. The vibe is totally chill. The beer was delicious. This place is a must when you are in the area. We sat in the Biergarten vs the brewery itself. read more

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I was so excited to go to the Nod Hill Brewery last night. My boyfriend had tracked it down so that he could take me on a date to see a Grateful Dead tribute band. Upon entering and approaching the bar, I lamented to the bartender that I felt badly to have to order wine at a brewery. (It's not that I don't like beer; but, I have a severe allergy to it and can not drink it.) So, he poured me approximately two thimble-full quantities of wine, gave my boyfriend an n/a beer (in a can -- no n/a tap beer in the brewery is curious given the rate people are drying out these days). It was quite pricy given the quantity/quality we received (the beer was undrinkable and was eventually tossed). We meandered towards the back bar where the music was coming from. Surprisingly, no one checked our paid tickets and I guess the show was actually free. That was kind of a bummer to be out $26.00 for tickets and served less than 1/4 a glass of wine. As we made it to the back bar which held the music, we were instantly taken in by the merch table. But the merch girl clearly did not want to be there. Cranky, aloof, and tied her smartphone, she could barely spit out anything articulate describing how much the stickers cost. She was clearly and wholly inconvenienced with our cool Deadhead sticker transaction, so we turned our attention to the music. We loved it! We both find the Dead's music happy and uplifting. I love a little GDTRFB and Scarlet-Fire was such a treat! My boyfriend went to get me another glass of wine -- the first one obviously didn't last long. Having purchased it from a different bar tender, this time the wine glass was full. I wondered what happened with the first one: why the inconsistency? Since I have a disability that prevents me from standing for long periods of time, we made our way to the back bar where we noticed the folks behind the bar continuing to pour new drinks for the patrons. I looked up to see the same guy who poured me the skimpy glass of wine in the front bar and politely asked what time the bar closed. He bent down and got close to my face, looked me squarely, raised his voice over the noise of the crowd, and barked at me loudly, "FIIIIVE MINUETES AGO!" I sensed violence behind his words and intentions and my stranger-danger was instantly triggered; I had to get out of there, and fast. After refocusing from being taken so far aback by what had just happened, my boyfriend and I agreed to get out. We made out way to the front bar where I ditched my half-filled glass of wine on the corner of the front bar and glanced backward. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Stranger Danger. Not only did he intimidate us, but he also followed us from the back bar to the front bar. I thought to myself, 'that guy shouldn't be working in the hospitality business.' Perfect words for the occasion. So I turned around and said it out loudly enough so Stranger Danger could hear me. Knowing I was safe from him, I quickly walked out the door. I'd like to point out that early that day, I perused the website for Nod Hill Brewery and found their Code of Conduct: "Not Hill Brewery values the right of all employees & patrons to a harassment-free environment. We are committed to the values of respect, inclusivity & acceptance in both our workforce and the environment of our taproom, and are dedicated to providing a welcoming experience for everyone. Nod Hill is a safe place within our community for all genders, races and backgrounds. We welcome everyone to support each other & respect the differences among their neighbors. Any acts of abuse, homophobia, misogyny, racism or sexism displayed towards our patrons or staff will not be tolerated. Those who cannot respect and value their fellow people will be asked to leave the brewery." As an attorney who had done a fair amount of human rights law, I read this Code and thought this place would be such an awesome place with great music. Welcoming, peaceful, fair, kind. That is not what we experienced during our first visit there. I have to wonder why such violent behavior directed towards us. Was it because I am a woman and Stranger Danger projects his misogyny wherever he goes? Was it because my boyfriend is Latino, and Stranger Danger is a white supremacist? These are the questions I was forced to ask myself after such a toxic and violent experience. I resign that the Code is just something Nod Hill puts on their website to get people to walk in the door but no follow-through. Then staff can be as rude as they want to patrons. It was a real gut-punch to have such a fun and uplifting time listening to the Dead's songs, only to have a clearly miserable human being who calls himself a bartender try to pull all of that joy out from under us. We had planned three other outing to Nod Hill within the next few weeks. We will not be attending. And we will never to be subjected to the Nod Hill staff who grossly misunderstands the Code of Conduct for the establishment. read more

I think this place is pretty cool! They have a decent parking lot that's between their indoor brewery/tap room & outdoor beer garden/stage area. They had a food truck on either end when I came by, which was cool. I wanted to check out the music, so I got a drink from the sweet guys at the bar trailer outside. I'm a dark beer drinker and they didn't have any for the summer, but they do have a bunch of non-alcoholic beverages, too, so I enjoyed a local kombucha. The sound was decent and there was plenty of seating. It's family friendly outside, so I got a kick out of all the kiddos dancing in the pebbles. read more

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My friend and I visited on a Sunday afternoon. There was a variety of patrons, including some families with kids. The space is unique, with a few different spots to sit and with different ambiance. We sat in the back room with music as well as briefly in the front, smaller game area. I appreciate the variety of beers they had. I'm a sucker for the IPAs but also loved their bourbon barrel. They don't have traditional flights but do offer 5oz pours. Our bartender was friendly and just the right amount of attentive. Easy parking options in their lot. Lovely merchandise, artwork, and bottle designs. read more

Great fun venue with live music. The BBQ truck was amazing. We loved the pulled pork and French Fries. The beer is great. If you are in the area , don't miss the fun. read more

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Chipotle stout? Yummmmmm. Had a great Sunday afternoon date here with the hubz. They have ample cozy seating and lots of board game options! Cute Latin American food truck outside if you're hungry. Lots of dark ale & stout options. Would definitely come back! read more

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One of the best in the state. A must go for someone who truly appreciates finely crafted beers outside of just IPAs and other trendy stuff. They other side pulls, cask ales, and a wide variety of rarely seen traditional styles all brewed expertly. Space is nice and clean and staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Glassware is beautiful. No complaints of any kind. A real gem. read more

It's got some amazing beer collection and a nice sit out area especially in the fall. My favorite place to grab a drink during the fall. read more

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Absolutely wonderful brewery. My friend and I stopped in here last weekend just before they closed and sampled their kombucha and rose. Such a great vibe inside and they support Ukraine, I so wish I lived closer so I could visit here more often. Will have to come back one day to check out their outdoor beer garden and entertainment they have there, it looks really nice. read more

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So happy I was invited to the 3rd Annual Afternoon of Casts at Nod Hill Brewery yesterday afternoon. A friend invited me to attend...it was my first time there and I had a blast!!!! So many awesome and interesting people were in attendance in addition to the wonderful staff of Nod Hill. Aaron, one of the nicest young guys out there, was extremely nice when I inquired about leaving my car there overnight as well as when he had the unpleasant task of turning away prospective patrons that didn't know there was a private event. For the event there was a special raw oyster bar, but the brewery still had its food truck in full swing. I stuck with the oysters and a bag of popcorn, but the food being served from the truck looked delicious. (I just had more formal dinner plans after.) The atmosphere is casual, welcoming, and fun. I will certainly be returning! read more

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Are you looking for a good time? Do you enjoy pleasure? Do you enjoy trying new things? Look no further! This place has a variety of beers. You can drink inside, in the front, in the back, outside, basically just about anywhere! But it gets better! The beer itself is really good! read more

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What a great place! Love the vibe here. The outside beer garden is reminiscent of Brooklyn's Pig Beach. The outside beer garden is the best feature. Lots of young families with dogs running around, kids romping between the picnic tables, etc. all making it feel like a big family reunion picnic. It's lots of fun, the beer and food trucks make it a great way to spend an afternoon. read more

It's been a long, long time coming, but I finally made it to Nod Hill Brewery to enjoy the Biergarten on what might be the last sunny, warm day of the fall. What a chill place! There were plenty of picnic tables with large, shady umbrellas. People of all ages were relaxing with beer and food. To drink, I tried the Highmeadow Saison, and it was delish. To eat, I ordered from the On the Fly food truck. In fitting with the season, I ordered the currywurst. It was a bratwurst with spicy ketchup and fries with curry powder. It was decent, but the wurst was barely warm, and the fries were nothing special. In fairness, this was a seasonal special, not their normal fare, so I would gladly try some other options another time. As we head into colder weather, I look forward to trying the taproom. It looks like a comfy, casual place to hang out. I will report back after I give it a try. read more

I mean, who doesn't like a brewery that's in an old warehouse? It certainly isn't what it used to be. They seem to moved up to a model of maximizing profit. They have their unique selections of craft beer ranging the full scale. The pricing just got obscenely high and much more than what you'd find in Norwalk or Mystic or Stanford breweries. Little glasses, which are about double the sides of a shot glass cost $3.50. If you'd like the idea of boutique craft beer and being extremely overcharged, it's the place for you. read more

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Nod Hill is a cool spot to hang out in. Lot's of tables and stools and their deck overhang is enclosed in winter for even more space. More importantly, there was a chill vibe here. I dropped in on a Saturday afternoon to sample a flight. Out of all their beers, the porter was my favorite. You can buy their tasting glasses but I have so many already so I passed. If I lived in the area I would absolutely drop in often. read more

Stopped for a quick beer on the way home from a road trip and had a very enjoyable afternoon!

We've recently started exploring breweries in the area, as it's a fun activity where you can be socially distant and yet get outside and enjoy yourself with other people. Nod Hill was great! We loved the beer, there was great outdoor seating and a delicious food truck available. We will be back! read more

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Great beer. Nice location and staff. Too many out of control kids, but that's not the brewery's fault.

Beer and vibe indoors were excellent, however getting charged for 2 pints when only ordering 1 and a medium half pint pour was very uncool. Sadly we will not make the trek from NY again and opt for other area craft spots. read more

Really cool place to hang out. Good beer, good music on Thursdays, normally some tasty food trucks and of course extremely friendly staff. They have a stout out right now in cans that is SOLID! Like, REALLY good. They normally have a few different IPAs on tap, havn't had a bad one, have had a couple that stood out. There were some others that I didn't enjoy quite as much, like the blondes as well as a couple other beers that they have, but I can be super picky sometimes. I'm kind of new to the area, but this one of the few places that I've been to that I would consider going back to on a regular basis. read more

Nice spot although there was a smell of sewage in the parking lot suggesting they have a septic problem. Food truck that sells chicken was way too slow, took 30 minutes for a chicken in a bun and it cost.......$17!! What the heck! Martin potato bun, small piece of friend spicy thigh and slaw. No fries included. read more

Stopped here for a quick drink before dinner Friday night, it was cute inside but PACKED.. like can't move packed so it was hard to enjoy our beers. It's kid friendly and there was an entire table of kids playing on their tablets. My boyfriend got two of the IPA choices and he really enjoyed them but there wasn't too much variety for the female population, would have liked to see fruit beer or a sour beer of some sort. I want to come back at an off time where maybe it's a little less crowded as there isn't too much seating or standing room and I hope they have more variety of beer in the future. read more

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We love their rotation and selection of beers. The wait staff is knowledgeable and make great recommendations for beers to try. The live music is great indoors and outdoors during the warmer months. read more

Great beer! The staff was awesome. Loved the beer garden. Great music. Would highly recommend.

Literally some of the best beers around the area. Love this spot! Outdoor seating as well with an overhang.

Great place to stop in with friends for a flight of beer. The staff were friendly, the atmosphere was hip, yet casual with patrons wearing shorts, jeans, flip flops, nice clothes, a few kids, couples, friends... nice variety. Loved the setting, nicely decorated, door lifts for an open feel and patio that combine right into the bar. Heard birds chirping, swing set nearby. There was a side room that looked nicely decorated as well. You were also able to walk by the brewery equipment on the way to the bathroom. The bathroom was nice as well. Worth a stop in. We ordered a flight of all six beers on tap. read more

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This is a pretty fancy brewery/tasting room located off of 7. This is one of the few taprooms that I felt a little underdressed when I visited - one of the things we like to do is go hiking, and then visit a nearby brewery. So, when one is wearing muddy pants, and looking a little grungy, one can feel a little self conscious in a classy setting like this one. It's also really loud, one of the loudest breweries I've been to. All that being said, they have a pretty good lineup of beer, and they're doing different stuff. It's a good place to go if you want a classy brewery experience. read more

Came here on a Saturday to test some beers. Beers were tasty and they had quite a few on tap. Was pleasantly surprised that they also had other drinks like kombucha and snacks to order. In addition to the snacks they had a good truck on site. What really blew me away was their decor and the commitment to sustainability. Their facility is totally solar powered how cool!! The decor inside is laid back and I could see hanging out here for a few hours with friends. They have a small patio but was pretty full with other guests- wish is was larger! We will be back for sure! read more

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Their new Biergarten is fun and chill. There was live music, a beer truck, a food truck, picnic tables and Adirondack chairs, an adjacent wildflower meadow, kids running around, and lots of smiles. It's a great place to meet up with friends or to just decompress after work with a nice selection of local brews at a locally-owned business. The indoor space had just enough design without being fussy. Parking was plentiful. read more

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This place is great! I really love the decor inside. I wish it was closer to me because I would come here all the time! Beer was good and the staff is really friendly. read more

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Lots of fun. The beer is great, bought a few growlers full. But, they should have added more seating in the reserved and handicapped areas at the office entrance. read more

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Great place but lots of kids.... I guess parents need a place to drink too but gets a bit much at times...