4.5 Chill vibes, friendly staff, and beer--what more can you…read moreask for? We didn't have much going on this Sunday, so we decided to check out a local brewery. After a quick Google search, this one popped up with solid reviews. It's located in an industrial/warehouse area of Mineola (just north of the train tracks), kind of tucked away. They've got picnic tables under a large awning outside and a no-frills interior with a basic bar serving their brews and some other local options. We didn't try any food, but we were here for the beer anyway. You can sample small sips, and the staff is happy to walk you through flavor profiles to help you find what suits you best. If you're into craft beer and happen to be in the Mineola area, this place is worth a stop.

Cute little brew. It's very small but you can sit outside or inside. Beers were pretty good and…read morestaff was friendly too

Large parking lot…read more Arrived around 3pm on a nice Sunday and it was fairly empty. Lots of picnic bench-style indoor and outdoor seating. Neat and very well-maintained space. A great selection of beer on tap. There is also a nice selection of food as well. Good mix of diverse people...different age groups including some kids. Friendly and helpful staff throughout. Shop with some merch and to-go beer. Clean bathroom. Would love to return to try some other beers and maybe some food options.

Not exactly what I was expecting based on the reviews. The good: ample parking, lovely outdoor…read morespace (which we didn't utilize as we visited late November), nice beer selection, fun family atmosphere, decent food variety for a brewery and fantastic staff (easy going, attentive, friendly. Truly, 10/10). The not-so-good: the food. It was unfortunately just mediocre. We ordered the classics - fried chicken sandwich, classic burger, pizza margarita and fries, and felt that each missed the mark. Chicken sandwich's flavors were off; Burger was dry; pizza had excessive sauce and acidity; and the fries were over-salty. I can see myself coming back with a group to just hangout and enjoy the drinks and vibes, but would not vouch for this place if food quality was a priority.

Awesome brewery with and indoor and outdoor area. They often have live music and a food truck. You…read morecan bring your own food as well. If you dont like beer they something for everyone.

Finally got to check this brewery off my list and I would call this place a hidden gem. Kind of…read moretricky get to, but once you've made it. It is well worth it. It is kind of a small place. There are a few bar seats with tables spread out - but there is outdoor seating and outdoor pouring which seemed to be closed when I was there. The staff is very friendly and professional. The bartender I had was very informative and made suggestions on which beers to try. They have a huge list of beer; from IPAs to Brown Ales -- They also have a pretty long list of speciality drinks. If you're a craft beer fan, you must check this brewery off your list!

In my surprise I never actually wrote review for rockaway brewing company and I've actually been to…read moreRockaway brewing company a couple of times and my experience has always been great. Rockaway brewing company is a small location but so cool and friendly the staff have always been friendly they have a great amount of choices when it comes to beers and since I love beers its so awesome for me. The location is so chilled the it has a cool interior I definitely like going to Rockaway brewing and I definitely should go their more often one of my favorite thing a about the location is the Choice of IPA they have a good amount. But one of the awesome things about Rockaway brewing is the fact that they also host a couple of pop up food locations which is actually pretty cool. I definitely am going to try to visit location more often cause I definitely liked the environment but I never really stay long so next time in definitely going to stay longer. I definitely have to try rest of the beer and have to go back and take some pictures cause I don't know how I go randomly and I never take pictures which so confusing but next time I definitely will remember to do it.

Come for beer. Stay for Brownie…read more The beer is fine, unfussy, and slightly forgettable. There are lots of options; I've always enjoyed the darker beers, like their coffee stout. That said, location to waterfront is primo, and they often have events and/ or food pop-ups. There's a small array of outdoor seats, which is good given the inside can fill quickly. The staff here is always friendly and attentive. Best of all? BROWNIE! As a self described cat fanatic, I will visit any establishment with an in-house feline. Brownie does her/ his own thing, so a visit is not guaranteed, but I've never met a cat as unbothered as Brownie. We shall all aim to be like Brownie!

Truffle Mac and cheese cheese, need I say more. You would think this place is a regular old bar…read more It's not, such good food, staff was so friendly. Have to go back and try everything on the menu. Street parking.

We went to Brewski's by chance and I was seriously surprised by how good the food was! We started…read morewith the Parmesan zucchini chips which came with marinara sauce. So good, what a nice combo. The marinara sauce was warm and fresh tasting as well. I got the mahi mahi tacos, which were HUGE! Come hungry for sure because I could barely finish them. The avocado cream and slaw were the perfect pairing with the tacos. My friend got the fish and chips and subbed for sweet potato fries. Her portion was huge too. We got seltzers to drink. Really delicious overall. Again, very surprising for a pub. The menu was also impressive!! Go and check them out!

I have been here once before and I really enjoyed seeing other parts of New York aside from the…read morecity. I'm not good with directions but my feet carried me to front of Other Half without any need for direction. Apparently this is the not so nice parts of Brooklyn but I'm going to keep showing up when I come here.

Definitely a fun brewery that's both kid and dog-friendly. I'm not a beer drinker but they do have…read moresome cocktails on the menu for $15, which today is totally reasonable. They don't have food but you can bring your own. Parking is very difficult so plan accordingly.

Tried this place out when I was visiting NYC. I was on foot and was a bit of a walk from the…read morestation but I also like to explore. Good variety of beers and helpful service. Being a visitor this place reminded me of the breweries back home, great ambiance. I will visit again next time I visit!

I came here for a doggy birthday and I must say: the beer is spectacular! They have some great…read morehoppy beers and sours and definitely super dog friendly there's so many dogs inside! The left room was perfect to host a gathering and if you come before 3pm usually nobody is there at that time so it's quite private in there! It's such a great vibe to chill and hang out with friends in here and there's also food for any hungry people - I was confirmed it was very good.

Such a fun afternoon at Lunchbox Brewing Co, easily one of the best breweries I've been to on Long…read moreIsland. The space is light, airy, and super inviting. An added bonus, the bartender was so friendly and helped pick out beers for us based on what we like. Everything we tried on tap was excellent. We lucked out with perfect weather and sat out back at one of the picnic tables, which made it even better. This is the spot to be on a Saturday afternoon. The vibes were on point and it filled up quickly. A great place for a laid back afternoon with friends, I would definitely return.

Such an amazing place!!!! I would highly recommend for a place to enjoy with friends, dogs and the…read morekids. We sat in the back on the picnic tables and they had two food trucks there. It was such a nice place to hang out and the kids can play. The prices were great and the pumpkin beer was so tasty. They had live music and they had arcade games. Definitely a great place to enjoy in the Bellmore area!

"Strong Rope Brewery in Red Hook is a family-run waterfront farm brewery offering hand-crafted ales…read moreand lagers made exclusively with 100% New York State ingredients. It features a spacious indoor taproom and an outdoor patio with stunning sunset views over New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty." "Focuses on malt- and hop-forward New York farm-to-glass ales, pilsners, and seasonal lagers.Serves an all-local drink menu that includes New York State wines, ciders, and spirits alongside beer.Offers rotating local beverage options like beer flight samplers and seasonal slushies" How did I come to this place? Like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, I tapped my ruby red Crocs and landed in the Red Hook waterfront on a HHH day. NY Mag offered a free 7 ounce beer of my choice. I was also going to order food. However, Truman explained that " on weekends the pop up food markets are here or patrons bring food to picnic". He suggested Red Hook Kitchenette to purchase sandwiches and bring it back and dine here. ( which I did, see separate review for RHK). I asked for suggestions on an IPA that is citrusy and he suggested the Hazy IPA Wolf in the Garden. WITG has hints of tropical fruit, stone fruit and orange peels. An IPA Fawn approved. They serve beer, cider, wine and spirits. The interior is rustic with wood tables, soft lighting and just a chill beer. The outside picnic tables face the waterfront and Lady Liberty, what a view! Sipping my beer in the sweet sunshine. I am falling in love with NY crafted beer and IPA. Strong Rope will become a Fawn fave fast. Many thanks to Truman who is friendly, has extensive beer knowledge and made a great lunch suggestion. Cheers!

Wow I think I found my favorite malt beer at this brewery! It's called Decapitator. Please always…read morekeep it on your lineup! Strong. You only need 1-2 to feel relaxed. :) The beer prices are great too. The vibe here is great, with a lot of seating options and card + board games to keep you occupied. Dog friendly as well! I was able to get a bowl of water for my little one. Nice views of the water too if you prefer to sit outside. I like how it is bring your own food. I saw a small group having a little birthday party and they had pizza and a cake that they brought. I went to the Food Bazaar grocery a block or two away and got a sandwich from their deli to bring to the brewery. Next door is a cidery, I think a different owner. Outrageously expensive ($17 for a small glass of cider? lol). Stick to strong rope! They do have a cider or two on their menu normally. 2 minutes away is Steve's Key Lime Pie - recommend if you like frozen key lime pies on a stick dipped in chocolate ;)

I am all about a flight of beer. It can be a hit or miss with choices. Well it's been quite some…read moretime the every beer was a hit! The beer here is so refreshing and VERY crisp/fresh. They also offer a full bar/cocktail menu - very rare for a brewery which is great if you are with a non beer drinker. Red Ale - Mexican Lager - American Pale Ale - Pilot Batch Try that line-up The Broken Bow offers a great Happy Hour menu. I indulged in the Loaded Nachos - all fresh ingredients and plenty of them! The inside is clean and spacious. And the outside as well featuring an area for beer drinkers to bring their doggies! The service, just fabulous - Reese was on point and so friendly. Love Love Love Broken Bow - can't wait to introduce to fellow beer drinkers . Cheers!

I've been here several times over the years, but only once since the reopening in Summer 2026…read more Unfortunately, it feels like they've completely lost the brewery atmosphere that made this place enjoyable. When you walk in now, there's a host who escorts you to a table in the main dining area. The first thing you notice is the lighting and that it is WAY too bright. The whole room is so brightly lit that it feels more like a sterile operating room than a brewery where you'd want to hang out for a couple of beers. They've added a full food menu, which is a nice addition, but the entire setup now makes you feel like you're expected to order a meal. It no longer feels like the kind of place where you can just mosey in, grab a beer, find a spot, and hang out for a while. The outdoor area has also been completely covered and now looks almost like a greenhouse. I'm not entirely sure what the experience out there is supposed to be because, despite it being completely empty when we visited, they weren't allowing anyone to sit outside. The funniest part was watching people walk in after us. Almost everyone seemed to have the same confused reaction. First when they realized they had to wait for someone to tell them where to sit, and then when they walked into what might be the brightest brewery dining room in America.