Willibrew has been a staple for more than 25 years, and that history is honestly the only thing…read morekeeping this from being a much lower rating. There's a lot of nostalgia tied to this place, but the experience today feels like a shadow of what it used to be. The quality has dropped drastically. Service was, frankly, atrocious--slow, disengaged, and bordering on indifferent. The beer selection is still decent, but it doesn't matter much when every pour arrives tasting off. Whether it's bad kegs or hot glasses, the result is the same: lukewarm, skunky beer that's hard to enjoy. Food was another disappointment. Every item came out cold, and the flavors were on par with grade‑D fast food--bland, lifeless, and nowhere near the standard this place once had. Giving three stars feels generous, but it's a nod to the legacy Willibrew built over the decades. I truly hope they find their footing again, because right now, the nostalgia is doing all the heavy lifting. Ummmmm cheers I guess

Maybe the beer is so good it warrants the huge space it occupies. The review below is baffling to…read moreme based on the love this place gets on Yelp and other review sites. The atmosphere and service were terrific. Expansive place in an old bank. Quirky, charming, and fun all at the same time. Loved the vibe - added to the excitement of having lunch. Server was terrific. The food: IF we ever go back I/we will get apps for the table only. Wide variety of options - all fairly good. They do no harm. Think airport or mid-level hotel restaurant. Appetizer portions (especially the nachos) gigantic. Clearly it's for the wow factor to distract diners from the 100% food service supplier, heat and eat options. Even all sauces and dressings come in the 2oz /4oz soufflé cup with the LID STILL ON. like we are literally in the airport. Wings to start along with nachos with shredded beef. The only wing sauce (we tried 4) that tasted like anything was their "Oy-Vey" which is hotter than their bottled, ready to serve buffalo. The buffalo, bbq, and dry rub jerk were tasteless, as was the blue cheese. The wings were medium size. Not the jumbo party wings that come in the 40lbs box. Nachos were ok. Good portion of cheese and meat. But the thimble of sour cream and tasteless pour from the bottle salsa were embarrassing But... if we were drinking and enjoying friends ... it would have been fine to soak up the microbrews, I suppose. Sandwiches were disastrous. One had the friend catfish sandwich, one the spicy shrimp wrap, and I had the farmers wrap/add blackened chicken. Portion sparse. Fries and/or onion rings mid-grade coated/cover the plate type. And I added coleslaw (maybe my favorite food on the planet) at our server's suggestion...the dry, tasteless cabbage set coleslaw back 50 years. KFC slaw is miles better (and I hate that). What ruined it was all sandwiches had the same "funk" to them. Each member of our table tried to identify in their own order, and sharing some of each others, what it was. The common denominator was the funky/carbon/dirty grease taste and smell that came from their grill (all wraps and sandwich bread/roll/wrap) was heated on it. It clearly was filthy. Taste permeated everything. They don't create/chef here. It's food service supplier "speed scratch" which is assembled in the kitchen. I know staffing is hard. I know no one wants to work (they do, however, want to get paid), but really really really disappointed based on reviews and menu. Best part, I asked for a small cup of oy-vey sauce as my tasteless wrap was so dry. Server said that she'd be happy to. But it would be $4 from the kitchen. Ummm... hard pass. Again, maybe phenomenal if you're a college student at East Conn. but if you're not drinking the food simply does not stand up on its own. Worst $178 with tip (with no alcohol) I have ever spent.

A friend recommended Marc Bassos, who was playing at the Main Moose. We found him playing many of…read moreour favorite songs on the patio. The outdoor restaurant has a lovely view of meadows along the Hop River. Seafood and burgers were available. Burgers were excellent, served with fries and some coleslaw. Spouse had a BBQ pulled pork sandwich she reported to be excellent. No alcohol, but a great milk bar, with many flavors of ice cream and Hosmer sodas. Visit on a nice day!

Amazing food, great customer service, plenty of seating, great music, and more. We didn't do the…read moregem mining but wow that looked like so much fun! So many items to choose from, something for everyone. Burgers & fries were delicious, I tried my daughter's fried shrimp and it was soooo fresh and good (not one bit greasy)! And the best New England Chowda I've ever had! Definitely try the bottled soda. Lime Ricky was my favorite. All in all, Definitely recommend. **edited to add-we went back the next day. I tried the lobster roll and wow! It was soooo amazing. Perfect amount of mayo, perfectly toasted roll, and large chunks of lobster meat. They're always having some kind of event, today was the annual Truck show. We got to see the goats and chickens, trucks and campers. They had delicious BBQ, hayrides, and tons of games to play-from corn hole to volleyball to life size tic tac toe. Fun for the whole family.

AMAZING FOOD SERVICE AND VIEWS best in Windham area! The…read moresunset is unbelievable here. Chef is 10/10

Was visiting nearby- found this place which is located in the golf country club…read more We ordered the fried chicken sandwich and smoked brisket Ruben and substituted the chips for French fries. My daughter enjoyed her chicken sandwich and I thought the smoked brisket had a perfect taste. The fries were good but salty, had a draft IPA which was also good. Place was quiet at 2pm on a Sunday. Will go back when in town again

An intimate venue, with a good beer selection and tasty food choices. The Thursday Night Irish Band…read moreis a treat! Friendly locals as it is that kind of bar. Tasty burgers and I enjoy the Haddock Sandwich, messily magnificent. The Reuben is also very good, as is the Shepherd's Pie. Nice patio in the summer. Massive memorabilia assortment. A wee bit of the old country...

We enjoy the fish tacos; Irish stew; Reuben sandwiches…read more Their beer selection service is cordial and consistent. The ambience is authentic pub style; cozy and friendly.

Great food options, good specials. Went two times now in one week…read more Everyone in our party of 10 loved their food. Spicy margaritas very good too.

Came here for lunch with a large group. We parked on the grass along the fence because the lot was…read moreso full. But they were able to accommodate the big group very well! We were split into two tables. The inside is nice and has a cozy atmosphere. Our waiter was kind and attentive. I ordered the the Tulli's Taphouse with grilled chicken, no cranberries and loved it! This salad was delicious. The dressing ties everything together and the ingredients all taste very fresh. It was also very filling. I thought the price was fair ~$21 with protein. The other items on the menu also looked delicious! Would definitely come back if in the area!

The experience that we had was wonderful service was good food was tasty. The atmosphere was…read morewonderful. I would definitely go back and try it again to make sure before I give it all five stars, but I will give it four stars for the experience that I did have.

I wanted to get a quiet drink by myself this afternoon. My drink did not disappoint. I got a…read moreseasonal special- espresso pumpkin martini. It was pretty and delicious! Service was a little slow but was very friendly I was disappointed in my order of fries I got to snack on. They were over cooked

Great local spot right off the highway. They have a ton of beers on tap as well as full bar…read more It was a lively spot, w table and bar seating, but come early, that place fills up fast! All Of the food that the servers were running past me looked so damn good! Wings were excellent and you have to get the Brie! It was amazing.

We came here after reading great reviews about the lobster rolls and they were right. The food here…read moreis so good. We tried lobster rolls (hot and chilled), smoked chowder, fish tacos special, fish and chips, and fried shrimp and clams. Everything was amazing, the best rolls we've had in CT. The lobster portion was generous and the fries were crispy and seasoned well. Food came out quickly too. We dined in with 6 adults and a baby, and they have high chairs too which was much appreciated. There is very limited seating indoors but food does come out quickly. The staff were really nice too and asked us how our food was when we were finished. Highly recommend.

Epic double burger and fries - a true classic!…read more Had the double burger with fries and it was absolutely epic! The patties were thick, juicy, and packed with flavor - exactly what you'd hope for from a historic Connecticut drive-in like Harry's Place. The fries were perfectly crispy and seasoned, making the whole meal a standout. This place has been around for over 100 years for a reason. Great portions, no-frills deliciousness, and that old-school vibe. If you're craving a solid burger and fries (or their famous clams/hot dogs), this is the spot. Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area! Highly recommend - 10/10 on the burger front.

I still think Harry's place is overrated…read more First of all, it's cash only, but don't forget there's atm right there at the counter, $2.50 per transaction The milkshakes were nine dollars a pop, and my friend and I each had a hotdog at 3.99 each The milkshakes were average of best typical of any place you get a chocolate milkshake The hotdog were small, toasted on a New England roll, which was buttery and pretty good They put the mustard and relish under the hotdog. This is kind of weird. I don't think this is a New England thing or a Connecticut thing. Had I known there was mustard and relish at a condiment counter around the corner, I would've just got a plain dog. The place gets busy for lunch and there's only one order taker. So the line can get out of that testy, especially if you're in a hurry. I know many say this is an institution and I shouldn't be speaking negatively about it, but it is what it is it's overrated. Yes it's been around for a long time, but it's super expensive for a hot dog and milkshake. I see no value here. I should've went up and around the corner to that bar that serves those really great lobster rolls. Colchester is a beautiful town, with many wonderful choices for a place to eat. I don't think this is one of them.