Went back today for lunch after our exploratory visit last Saturday, Only 8 of us plus driver for this trip. Weather was perfect and there was plenty of space for us; they told me that Thursday lunchtime was the best for a group. Most of us sat at one of the round booths with two eating outside. Most purchased their lunches from Small State Provisions with the Jambon Beurre the most ordered. Others inside had the Salmon Toast or Spicy Roast Beef. Outsiders ordered from Twin Beaks and had the Caesar Salad Fried Chicken Wrap. Everyone enjoyed what they had and all commented on the size of offerings and great price level. Cafē Pausa served most drink orders. They were amazed at the service and truly astounded that there was free water! Many commented they when they had family visitors at the retirement community they would ask to be taken there for lunch again. A very successful day which will be put on our schedule to come back as a group in some months to come. They all felt very welcome which is not always the reaction to a group of elders coming for a lunch date. PS: I brought back a chocolate chip cookie again as they are delectable and also got a Charcuterie Box to go which will be my meal tomorrow. read more

This is the best smash burger you'll ever have in your life. Order the patio-bition burger - a custom burger combining two of their available burger options. Thank me later. Their patio is the best..anywhere. Families, dogs, dates, office gatherings, it's always bumpin. My favorite place to pet a dog and make a friend. The owners are a pillar of community. The event calendar is nonstop - trivia nights, food drives, fundraisers, local bands, sports, blind date with a book, vegan pop ups, seasonal drinks.. every small business and every interest is accounted for. Hands down my favorite place to be.. on any night of the week. read more

If you're looking for a chill-but-vibey spot in West Hartford, GastroPark understood the assignment. They have food trucks outside (which rotate weekly) and a full bar menu inside. Seating both indoors and outdoors, free Wi-Fi, music playing... it's giving casual hangout, work session, or link up with friends energy all in one. Tonight (Wednesday), they had Mexican and Española food trucks and the food was AMAZING. Super flavorful, fresh, and did not disappoint. Every bite was hitting. And let's talk about the mocktails because they deserve their moment: The Honey Pea Spritz and the Gastropalmer were chef's kiss. So refreshing and perfectly balanced you don't even miss the alcohol. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to. Whether you're going for the food trucks, drinks, or just the atmosphere, GastroPark is a whole vibe. Also Dog Friendly read more

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Stopped for lunch, loved the atmosphere and inside was great with all the heat and humidity - got a specialty blueberry cobbler espresso drink that was fantastic. Also had the chance to grab a steak and shrimp burrito with homemade tortilla chips at the Fuego Picante food truck, which was awesome. Glad I stopped by, and will definitely swing by again soon! read more

Had a fun time at gastropark for trivia. Food overall was good but something feels like its lacking for the price. read more

GastroPark - Hot chocolate and smashburger - Food Trucks Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

Gastropark just keeps getting better and better. Last night (ok, it was 4:30, I'm an early bird) my wife and I met with some family for a happy hour (HH). Absolutely no one was outside but a few people were in the building. We started with some of their $2 HH margaritas, which were delicious (offered with or without some spiciness). 3 of us ordered the smash burgers and I liked mine so much it's going to be a danger to have a cheap, freshly made smash burger too close to home. My cousin nabbed some beef empanadas from the MamaNena truck and she said they were awesome. As we were rolling out for the night, a sushi making class was all set up inside (reservations required). If you are looking for a cool place to hang, have some beverages and a bite to eat, you really can't go wrong with Gastropark. read more

GastroPark is an indoor and outdoor foodie playground with a super relaxed atmosphere that's open year-round. If you haven't been here yet, this should be an absolute add on to your list this summer. There's literally something for everyone to gather and graze. Super fun for the whole family and dogs friendly too. Local food trucks with a diverse selection of food, drinks,desserts. Love the communal outdoor seating with live music, a great concept! Be sure to check their instagram for a list of rotating trucks and schedules read more

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GastroPark is an indoor and outdoor venue for food, drinks, and desserts. It's super family and dog friendly. There were plenty of parking when we went on a Saturday around lunch time. There were plenty of tables and chairs outside as well as inside. Restrooms were available. The food trucks were parked outside; Smetana, Grassroots Ice Cream, Hindsight BBQ, and East-West Grille on Wheels, were there. Inside, there was a bar that also served hot dogs and various of other foods, Small State Provisions (baked goods), and Alvarium Roasting Company (coffee). The place was spacious and service at the bar and various vendors were good. There were plenty of options to choose from. Overall, we loved the place, concept, and enjoyed our time there. read more

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Our first trip to Gastro Park was a nice one. We went late afternoon on a weekday and it was chill. Loved the food trucks and the bar/in-house smash burgers were great! Family owned business owners were so friendly and overall such a nice vibe! read more

The GastroPark was a bit different than what I expected but I enjoyed it quite a bit. Located in what appears to be a less traveled corner of West Hartford, the GastroPark itself was a lot less fancy and quite a bit smaller than what I was expecting. That said, it didn't need to be either of those things to be great in its own right. There are a couple of businesses located inside the GastroPark itself. One is a bakery (Small State Provisions) and the other is a coffee vendor (Alvarium). Next to those is a more expansive bar that serves beer, hot dogs and smashburgers. I had an IPA and a smashburger. The latter was quite good albeit tiny. This one had a thick layer of pimiento cheese adding a second layer of spicy richness to the burger. If you are looking for just meat, cheese and bread, then you'll love it. If you like more ingredients, they do that as well. Outside had quite a bit more seating and a lively band. There were two other food trucks (neither operating on a weekend morning) and a clothing vendor (also closed). So perhaps it is best to visit a bit later in the day if you're looking for more options. Overall, the GastroPark is a pretty nice space that can serve multiple purposes for a variety of customers. It's definitely worth a look while in West Hartford. read more

Very cool space with a lot of drink options on tap and great food trucks that are on a rotation. Really enjoy that they're dog friendly too.

Gastropark is a great place to hang out with friends and family. Gastropark has an indoor and outdoor space and they also have a variety of ever-changing food trucks at the park. They have a selection of cocktails, craft beers, and wine. I haven't tried any food from the food trucks but I had a drink called the Painkiller. The drink was so delicious and if you had any pain, you wouldn't after this drink. I would definitely come back to taste the food at the food trucks. read more

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First time at GastroPark and I loved it! They have rotating food trucks every day and I tried the special platter at Hindsight BBQ's truck which included smoked Turkey breast, lolli-pop lamb chops, bedazzled coleslaw, and (they ran out of the Mac and cheese so we substituted for their) French fries. I just realized while I'm writing this that they did not give me my cornbread, which is a bummer but I'll give them benefit of the doubt that they forgot. The food was delicious and seasoned well. They had plentiful outdoor seating, and a table with swinging chairs which was super fun. They also have indoor seating which is air conditioned for hotter days along with a bar. Their happy hour today (Sunday) was 4pm-close so we enjoyed their sangria with our meal. So good overall! read more

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Awesome place to hangout, bring a book to read, or just have a good drink! Food is served inside and outside through a few food truck options, although their availability is limited. The 2 times I went earlier in the week only 1 had been available, but it was delicious either way. The decor of the place is great and inspired by Jurassic Park movies, which is awesome and the bar staff is very nice. I had a great chat with a bartender Jess, who told me all about the scheduling for food trucks and what they have going on during different days. They have a generous happy hour as well. Great experience for sure. read more

Gastro Park and their rotating selection of food trucks has quite a fan base, including my family, me, and our pups. Generally there are three trucks each with big gracious, smiles just waiting to serve. Inside the Gastro building (converted auto shop, guesstimating circa 1920-30's) housing their full scale bar, Perkatory Roasters, and Small Plate Provisions. The restrooms are clean and well maintained. In chilled or wetter weather they have tables and sharing is encouraged. Back to outside, between the building and rounded-up row of Foodie Trucks and pea-stone beach! Picnic tables, swing seats, oversized wire spool tables, and plenty of leaning space to eat, drink, socialize, and play some games. We have rented some outdoor space for a 30th birthday gathering on their upper terrace, equipped with additional tables, seats, and a fire pit. Gastro Park is extremely convent for us to visit. Their friendly vibe for young ones, older, and fury ones, has made this our favorite goto for light bite (sometime heavy bites), beverage or two, and a fun social environment. read more

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I finally made it to Gastropark, and I was very happy with the variety of vendors that I found there! Chef Sil's Vegan Kitchen was a vendor when I visited, as well as Grassroots ice cream! We also stopped into Small State Provisions for almond croissants and chocolate babka to take home. It was nice that there were seating options both inside and outside. Definitely a nice place to hang out! read more

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Very cool spot in West Hartford with a fun concept. It's got a brewery type vibe with a nice patio area outdoors with various types of well thought out seating areas. A rotating selection of food trucks are parked adjacent to this area and serve food for lunch, dinner and into the evening. Inside is additional seating and a bar area. Occasionally bands will play on one end of the room. I love that they promote original music here. The food will largely depend on what food trucks are there. Seems like two different ones during the week and three on weekends. They seem to be well curated for quality and variety though. In addition to this they have a small burger and fries type menu inside. The tap list is very solid here featuring a nice variety with many local offerings. The regular staff here who run the bar and deal with general operations are great. Very helpful and friendly all around. Check their social media for food truck and band listings and go check this place out! read more

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GastroPark is fun local space that hosts a variety of food trucks. This is the home of Small State Provisions bakery and Perkatory Roasters coffee. Inside is also a bar, with local beers, wine and cocktails. They also host local artists work every other Sunday of each month. They even have live music on some days! This a very inviting space! There's a table here with swings for seats, you can play corn hole and bring your dog and your kids. It's a great place to meet friends and support local food vendors, and or artists, depending on the day. During the cool months they provide heating for outside seating, and the inside is still an option. This is another excellent addition to West Hartford. I can't wait to go back! read more

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I've waiting for nice evening to finally check this space out. I was finally able to go last week. It was a Thursday, and there was live music - a man playing the guitar. It was nice! The atmosphere is very laidback, and the space is nice. I ordered a fish taco from the Hot Taco Street Kitchen truck and then a chicken sandwich and Mac and cheese bites from Craftbird. You can go inside and order local beer and cocktails. Their cocktail menu was so unique! I ordered one made with apricot and vodka and it was so refreshing. There are a lot of tables of all sizes, in addition to indoor seating. I'm looking forward to visiting again! read more

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This was such a fun place to hang out on a beautiful Saturday. We enjoyed everything we tried and we loved that it was dog friendly. Will definitely be back. read more

GastroPark - Dog approved - Food Trucks Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

This concept is super cool and much needed in the area. I went during the day on a Friday in time for happy hour - it was pretty empty but they had 3 food trucks lined up. I was super impressed with my drink - I turned their blueberry, lemon & thyme mocktail into a cocktail with a splash of mezcal. It was delicious. The bartender was superrrr nice I wish I remembered his name. The vibe is dope and very picturesque. Highly recommend sliding through read more

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How can you go wrong with a a food truck part when you have options for everyone! Today we chose Hindsight BBQ and Lobster Tails food truck. Just an fyi, the gastropark is home to many food trucks and you never know which truck is going to be there. Hindsight BBQ: ordered the Brisket Philly Empanadas and the Pull Pork with Mac & Cheese.. The empanadas was a great choice, the meat had great flavors and the shell was just right not too doughy. The pull pork and Mac & cheese was another good option but the bbq sauce was just ok. Lobster Tails: we had the CT Lobster in a cup. I was a little bit hesitant ordering lobster from a truck but the lobster was great! No need to drive to the shoreline when you can find Lobster Tails around the corner. This was a perfect outdoor seating option on a beautiful summer day. The service was fast and staff on both trucks were super friendly. read more

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Tasty drinks, friendly staff and great food. What more could you ask for?! Will definitely be back :)

What a cute place. It has indoors and outdoors. Thanks that colder weather is coming they have the heat lamps out which helps. They had 3 food trucks serving food but it varies during the week which ones are there . Our waitress was great! Also it was 7 of us and all Of us enjoy our drinks. We ordered from the Craftbird food truck . Ohh my ! We were all satisfied, the had GF options! The chicken sandwich was huge not dry and tasty . The wedges were fresh and nice and crispy! I'd love to come when the weather gets nice out and enjoy it more. We had an active at SMASH Ave and walked over. I was just surprised that for a Friday it wasn't as busy. People were inside but it's only a few tables. And people came and went. It could be because it was a cold night . But I'll be back and visit ! read more

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It was a pretty special Valentine's Day at The GastroPark this year. Not only were Glizzburgers on the menu, but the one and only The Vulgar Chef was there to hand deliver his one a kind creations! Ever been in a situation where you had to ask yourself, "Should I have a hot dog or a cheeseburger?" The Glizzburger is here to save the day. Trending Food Report 2024- no doubt! The Glizzburger inserts a burger right in the middle of a hot dog on a mayonnaise griddled Portuguese roll using meats from Connecticut's very own Martin Rosol's Meats. And then there are the toppings! -Poor Man's Poutine- potato sticks, Land O Lakes American Cheese and Bear's Smokehouse Brisket Gravy! -French Funyun- Caramelized Onions, Funyuns, Dijon Mustard, Ketchup and Land O Lakes American Cheese. -KMRO- Ketchup, Mustard, Relish and Dried Onion. -The Classic- Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Ketchup, Mustard, Pickles and Land O Lakes American Cheese. I think it was a tie between the Classic and the Funyun for me! The pickles on the Classic really brought it home :) There was even a Down and Dirty martini with a Slim Jim heart on the menu. True foodie love at it's best on a holiday celebrating love :) read more

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After this morning and other recent visits, I'm happy to upgrade my Gastropark score to Five Stars for four reasons: 1. The morning combination of Perkatory Coffee, Small State Provisions Bakery and Hot Taco Street Kitchen Food Truck is winning. Multi-location Perkatory is towards the top of Central CT coffee shops. Small State Provisions is small and doesn't have a huge selection, but everything they make, from craft sourdough to scones and cookies, is outstanding. The breakfast burrito I once had from Hot Taco was awesome. The morning brings great reasons to visit Gastropark. 2. Gastropark is drawing more people. I was at Gastropark between 9:20 a.m. and 9:40 a.m. on Saturday and business was thriving. There was a 10 minute wait at Small State Provisions. Perkatory also had a medium long line. People were coming and going, and people were sitting outside with their people and dogs. A food truck park community is coming together. 3. Gastropark is dog friendly. My wife and son had plans this morning, which means Pasta the Dog and I are spending time together. I can't take him inside a breakfast restaurant, but I can bring him to Gastropark. This won't scoop West Hartford residents, but I also discovered this morning that there is a paved trail (Troutbrook Trail) running east-west along the River. The trail starts between Gastropark and the former HBC/Citizen Chicken building and it ends at Beechland Park. Pasta and I had a lovely walk on a beautiful day after finishing at Gastropark. 4. Outside, four sided, swing-set table. Mind blown emoji! Let me pull the lever. Ding! Five Star Upgrade! read more

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It doesn't look like much from the street but this work in progress food truck park is really a gem. Good good, good drinks, nice eating area. Perfect on a fall afternoon to chill and listen to music and hang out. Clean bathrooms. Great coffee inside. And a great bar area. Winning. read more

GastroPark - Banh mi - Food Trucks Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

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Saturday in the park I think it was the Fourth of July (Robert Lamm and Chicago) Even though yesterday wasn't the Fourth of July, we still spent an hour in the park. Our destination was GastroPark, a fantastic food truck park in West Hartford. And I gotta tell you, the park was jam packed with people eating and drinking and enjoying the sunshine and the fellowship of their friends. There were three food trucks on site yesterday - Fuego Picante, Lobster Tails, and Relish this, so you had quite a lot of choices to feed your face. The food trucks vary every week, so you might want to check out their website first. The Park also has an outdoor bar, and two big seating areas. There are restrooms inside the building. We both went to the Fuego Picante truck for some excellent and reasonably priced food -lobster tacos and lobster quesadillas for $15 each. What a wonderful job Gastro Park has done in opening such a fun, creative, family and dog friendly venue. Just a word to the wise, it's not super easy to find unless you're paying attention the street numbers. It's not visible from the street and sits in a big open space behind retail stores. The eagle-eyed will see a small sign that reads "Food Trucks" in a driveway taking you back there. read more

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This is about the Grass Roots ice cream truck at the Gastropark. I have been 3 times during the posted hours on sunny hot afternoons this summer and it is always padlocked and no one there. Called the number on the side of the truck to learn the real hours, but no one could tell me. Why bring the truck there and not let anyone know what hours they actually sell ice cream?? Won't try again. read more

Literally had no idea this place existed until today when my boxing coach mentioned it. I hopped in the car and drove over, past it actually, and had to swing back around. There's not a lot of parking, so not sure where people park in the summer when I imagine it gets even more packed. I popped in to try perkatory here but I'll def have to come back later to check everything else out. Now I know what everyone's been talking about when they mention GastroPark! read more

GastroPark - Inside - Food Trucks Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

How have I not been here until now?! Such a cute vibe tucked into WeHa. On a Saturday afternoon in the middle of February and freezing temps- GastroPark was still PACKED! People were sitting outside by the firepits and indoors. It was so fun to see so much life in the middle of winter. I can only imagine how fun Gastropark would be in the spring/ summertime with warmer temps. I loved the table with the swing chairs- wish there were more of those! So fun! I also love the various food trucks, perkatory roasters, bar indoors, and small state foods. The local craft vendors were also an added touch. We had such a great time! My husband and I would love to come back for trivia. Seriously such a local gem! Check it out! read more

GastroPark - Such a vibe in the middle of winter!! - Food Trucks Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

Great cocktail, nice atmosphere. Really enjoyed the live music and food trucks. Families, puppies and people everywhere.

Holy cow this place is so much fun!! I've been seeing this all over Instagram and hearing about it through the grapevine. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised! They are pet friendly which was great because I got to bring my dog with me. There's tons of parking, tons of cool outdoor seating, dog bowels with water. They have a swing set for chairs which is super cool. The inside is where the bar is, they had free bakery bites which were fricking delicious!!! Huge selection of beers on tap, slushies you can add shots to, and indoor seating. There were 3 food trucks there and we ordered from CraftBird, so good. There was a and who came in and played live music which was fun too. Overall super fun place and experience, can't wait to go back!! If you're looking for a fun date spot or a fun hangout chill place you have to come here. read more

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Was my first time here and definitely not my last. Ended up coming here for a work event and as a result got to try the beer inside and food trucks outside. Both were delicious and the seating is pretty ample outside. read more

GastroPark - Birria Tacos - Food Trucks Near Me - West Hartford, Connecticut

Wow, what an awesome vibe at the Gastropark! This is such a great biz idea that caught our attention through Instagram when they were just beginning their progress. We visited a couple weeks ago on one of the "warmer" winter days as it's slowly turning to spring in New England. About 47° and sunny. We loved that they had individual heaters at every table! Ours wasn't working that well but we didn't care, the vibes and sunshine were keeping us warm! As big fans of local food trucks, we were so excited to see Craftbird & Fuego Picante parked the day we visited. Right now, they're booking mobile bars for beers & cocktails but I believe their plan is to have their own bar in the future. The bar here that day was pretty lackluster with only a few bottled beers and some over priced cocktails. That is my only complaint but not even enough to ding a star. I'm just in love with Gastropark I can't complain! And the best part?! They allow dogs! Can't wait to see what these guys have in store as we come into warmer weather. We will for sure become regulars and keep an eye on when some of our favorite food trucks visit! read more

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Love it here. This is a go-to spot because it's low key, I can bring my kiddos along without judgement, and there's always something all times of day: coffee, pastries (from the amazing Small State), live music, food trucks, pop-up shops, and great beer. There is plenty of parking, seating, and things to do. It's definitely a vibe. read more

GastroPark is an eatery comprised of trendy food trucks. I ordered a fish taco. The taco included fresh vegetables, grilled fish, and an amazing array of sauce and seasoning. Meanwhile, my boyfriend ordered fried chicken with potato wedges. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. The service was excellent as I received my order in a prompt and professional manner. The ambiance is great as outside dining is available to patrons. The interior of the establishment is rustic as it is adorned with solid wood finishing. read more

The only time I go here is Wednesdays thru Sundays. The bread and pastry place, Small Provisions, is only open on those days. Alvarium Roasting is open daily for coffee and coffee drinks. Both of these small businesses are located inside the big warehouse type space and are very good. There is also a huge bar inside the warehouse. On Saturdays and Sundays the place is usually packed around 10am with young couples, singles, young children and a few dogs. I am unfamiliar with the crowd that goes to the bar. But the bar, besides drinks, does offer food. There is ample seating at large tables inside the warehouse space. There is ample seating outside too and that's where many people sit on nice days. There are usually one or more food trucks out there. read more

Nice place, very clean, great ambiance. My family and I come here often! The drinks are very seasonal and unique, I love the different vendors they have that come around too! read more

This hidden gem has got to be the coolest summer time spot! The ambiance and outdoor vibes is made exactly for relaxing, eating and drinking at its best. It is so comfortable and cozy with its backyard picnic tables, heat lamps and lounge chairs provided for friends families and pets to get together and enjoy a nice selection of different food trucks! The food trucks rotate and the selections are very unique! They had a bar set up outside and are working on an indoor one as well! I'm soo excited for it to open because I can't wait to go back! Such a laid back chill place! Loved it! read more

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