What a cute little hidden gem! We stopped in for a lunch date in December. The drinks were…read moreexcellent and the food was great. The atmosphere is really cute. Highly recommend!

This is a small eatery (I counted max 39 seats between tables and the bar) with difficult parking…read more I was able to get a spot right in front b because I went to lunch, but the parking lot has signs saying it is for employees of the wood shop next door, and no trespassing in the lot across the street, so I think street parking is the only option? Service is great, very attentive and friendly. The food is what earns this three stars. I tried a stuffie, German onion soup, a Farmhouse burger, and a key lime Mason jar. The stuffie was a little small, and most of the flavor was imparted by the ham and the squeeze of lemon. The German onion soup, I'm not sure why it was German except to not be French? Outside the name difference, the onions were way too large, and there was a total lack of flavor going on in the soup. The crock was very large too. The burger and fries looked pretty good, and I enjoyed the flavors here. The fries were rough hewn, so there was good crispness from all the edges. The toppings of the burger, and the bun, were also hearty. Unfortunately, my medium rare burger was more like raw meat with surface browning. I'm a big fan of rare steak, but ground beef needs a little more cooking. Also, the house made ketchup is really more of a marinara sauce. If I'd ended up eating more of my plate before they took it away to re-fire the burger, I would have asked to replace the ketchup. The key lime Mason jar was e everything you want to wrap up a meal. Great flavor, lightness, citrus. I did have to bring most of it home but, unlike the burger they brought back in a box, I'm excited to get back into the key lime. From an accessibility stand point, there is no ramp to get in nor handicap parking, so the evidently don't want your business. Once you're in, there are some seats you could get in, but if this place were full it would be difficult to navigate for anyone. The bathroom is a single room, but very spacious and nice. So, mixed bag for access. Your mileage may vary, but I'm not racing to return.

Bear Hands Brewery delivers the kind of experience that keeps you planning your next visit before…read moreyou've even left. The space itself is impressive -- open, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed so it never feels cramped, even when it's busy. There's a warm, welcoming vibe that makes it just as easy to hang out with friends as it is to settle in for a quiet pint. The beer selection is genuinely outstanding. Whether you're into crisp lagers, bold IPAs, or something more experimental, there's always something worth trying, and the staff knows their stuff if you want a recommendation. There's always a wide range of styles on tap, and everything feels well‑crafted and intentional. It's the kind of place where trying a flight is almost mandatory because there are too many good options to pick just one. And the food... the pretzels are absolute must‑haves. It is soft, warm, and perfectly salted, and the bites are the ideal pairing for a flight -- simple, delicious, and exactly what you want with good beer. A great atmosphere, fantastic brews, and snacks that hit the spot. Bear Hands Brewery nails it.

I love their beer. Everyone we walk in I'm greeted with a smile as I was today. Alyssa is…read moreincredibly friendly and always recommends the best beer. We haven't had their food yet, but their drinks are 10/10. We enjoy sitting at the man bar upstairs, but they downstairs bar is cozy and welcoming, feels like a true speakeasy!

This place is so perfectly named. Despite being from Groton when I walked in there was a sense of…read morefamiliarity. The decorum was not the same but the energy reminded me of my old stomping ground (O'Neils in New London RIP). I enjoyed the collection of decor, especially the dragon hanging from the ceiling and the little guy in the upper corner. The bar tender was friendly and I enjoyed over hearing them talk with regulars. I ordered the happy hour nachos and a Diet Coke. There wasn't anything fancy about them but they felt nostalgic (and very cheesy!). I want to come back and try one of their grill cheese but I don't know if my tummy could handle that much cheese in one go.

A bit divey, but the tables were very clean and not sticky like you usually find in a bar setting…read morelike this. Manager on duty very friendly and helpful. We loved the pretzel spears and beer cheese. The amount of cheese and flavor was amazing! A little disappointed on the soup. Probably because I prefer traditional beef based. My husband had the ham bone sandwich. It was okay, but he found it very chewy. We're going to try it again. Might have more luck with other menu items.

Tried to eat here today. Is this permanently closed ? There were threatening no trespassing signs…read moreposted on the door.

This place needs a fresh review! Here goes. Been here a few times. In spite of sounding like a beer…read moregarden, it is welcoming to all parties from what I have observed. They even had Christmas decor up this last time around. Nice touch! There is a hostess upon entry (typically) who is ready to promptly seat you. Bar, high tops, and standard tables are all available options. I have always felt the service was standard for a relatively busy establishment. Just the right amount of time. They have people working the front of the house, as well as people in the back running food. Efficient! The food has been consistently good. Not outstanding, but nothing to whine about. I will continue to come here on occasion for sure! Recommend and Bon Appetite!

The staff is always helpful The staff is friendly and great…read moreLoaded with variations of whatever you are looking for Willing to take special orders

Big Gary's people are great, nice service and a large selection but local ownership makes me glad…read moreto shop here.

News Alert: They have a gourmet, double-delicious One Pound Meatball!!!! I ordered 2 if them. I ate…read more2 of them. I also had their superb Chili and Asian wings. I cannot believe how great the food is in Putnam! Amazing.

Best calzones around. Friendly clean place. We usually take out since we live close by but well…read morewith the trip.

Update. I didn't think my last review was too negative, however a manager still contacted me to…read morediscuss our experience and wanted us to be 100% satisfied. We returned today and had impeccable service. My burger & my Wife's cuban sandwich were both excellent....

BLUF; Really good BBQ meat, meh pizza. I went to Black Dog…read morefor dinner. The staff are all super friendly and the restaurant is very spacious inside. The bench seating was very comfortable, though some of the tabletops were pretty tall and all wood, so maybe not the easiest to sit at for a while. The restaurant has an extensive menu, but when I saw the pitmaster section I knew I had to try some of that. As an appetizer there were potato skins with pulled pork. Wow, these are not the wizened, come from a frozen box, potato skins. These were large, brimming with flavor and cheese. From the pit was brisket and ribs. Each came with corn bread, one with fries, the other with mac and cheese. Corn bread, so good, nice grainy texture, not a baked sugar slurry like you can find elsewhere, up here in the north. The brisket is super tender, doesn't need much sauce because it's packing all that natural and smoke flavor. The ribs are not dainty. You're going to be getting in here with your hands, like proper ribs eating. I'm so unused to that, and it resulted in me bringing half the rack home because a half rack was so filling. The edges of the ribs were dry, but all the interior was pull apart tender and delectable. Again, only needing a touch of their homemade sauce. The fries were robust but still crispy and seasoned well. The mac was the only miss for me. Too toothsome and not much flavor. Because they also do wood fired pizza, I got a cheese with ricotta to go. I'm not sure I ever need their pizza again. The crust was thin but not very crispy except on the cornicione, which had a lot of herbs sprinkled on it. The sauce disappeared, flavor wise, and so did the cheese blend. Side notes - I know everything has gotten crazy expensive, but the prices here took me aback. $16 for three pieces of bacon? Also, the 10% military discount was only applied to my ribs, but nothing else, so I'm happy they have one but it may only be applied to your food and non alcoholic drinks on Tuesdays and Fridays during their specific windows.

My wife and I are visiting from Colorado. We wanted good pizza. We tried Jimmys in Dudley, not my…read morestyle of pizza. Our friends recommended Quarterback club. Very first thing I noticed was that the sign was absolutely ridiculously faded. We actually drove right by it the first time trying to find the place. If the owners trying to hide his establishment from customers, he's doing an excellent job with that sign. We sat down, the waitress didn't seem very enthused to help us on a Labor Day. I think that my pizza crust had more personality than our waitress did. She kind of warmed up towards the end, when it was time to get the bill, and we needed to decide what to tip. When it comes to the actual pizza... I think it was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS PIZZA. Some of the best pizza I've had in a long time. This being said, after i ate, I walked into the bathroom to wash my hands, it was an absolute nightmare. This bathroom had clearly not been cleaned in a while. Gross toilet seat, with fecal matter and toilet paper stuck to it. The sight of this makes me a little worried, because this will probably be the similar condition of the kitchen. This place would probably get five stars from more people if they did a couple things: 1. Employ staff that seems enthusiastic about their job and makes the customers feel welcome. 2. Clean your damn bathrooms. 3. Invest in a sign out front that people can actually see from the street. 4. (This one probably doesn't matter) but I think the whole quarterback theme for a pizza place is really stupid. And the name is pretty stupid as well. This being said, I probably will return and bring some other people. And we will give it a second chance. Don't let me down Quarterback Sneak Club or whatever the hell you're called.

Might be better off stopping at subway. The pizza had an…read moreunusual "dirty dishwater" smell to it.

Food is always hot and well prepared. Menu has a good selection without being overwhelming. Nice…read moreatmosphere!

What a hidden gem we found on New Year's Eve. We had heard grille 37 was amazing and we finally…read morewent there to eat. Place was packed at 530. Good thing we had reservations. The prime rib was awesome. Caesar salad was delish. Just get the small cause the plate was packed. The whole meal was very good. Service was beyond great. Save room for the dessert too. We have no complaints here. We definitely are going back. I have to try the ribeye and fish n chips. You will be totally satisfied with this amazing restaurant. Bon Appetite.