As an Elite Yelper, I really enjoyed our first visit to Kingsley Tavern…read more From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was welcoming. The side entrance leads to a cozy outdoor lounge with couches and string lights that immediately set the tone. We were greeted warmly, seated quickly, and our waitress was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. The food was excellent. The stuffed squash blossoms were absolutely delicious, I could have ordered another plate! I also had the meatloaf with veggies and mashed potatoes , which was flavorful and perfectly cooked. My husband ordered the Kingsley Burger and loved it. The only miss for me was the watermelon drink. It looked refreshing, but it tasted more like sparkling seltzer water than the fruity drink I was expecting. My only criticism is something I wish all restaurants would change: calculating suggested tip percentages after tax instead of before tax. It can make it seem like you're tipping less than you actually are. Overall, the food, service, and ambiance were wonderful, and we'd definitely come back. Worth the drive to Kent!

My first visit to Kingsley came this week during a two-day off-site business meeting in town. A…read morefriend who was a former employee had been urging me for years to try it, however, I'm typically only in Kent for lunch, and too anxious to get home when the tavern opens at 4pm. I am thrilled to have finally had the opportunity! The feel of the place is precisely what you would imagine in Kent. Traditional old-style dark wood, a sense of community, perfect decor to harken back to the days of stage coaches and taverns being the center of a town's social scene. Service was excellent. We never wanted for anything - but yet were not bombarded or crowded in the quaint dining room setting. The best and most important part of our meal was - well - the food. The menu is suitable for literally any dietary need without compromising their spin on elevated tavern/comfort food. Ample appetizers, interesting salads, tacos, meat/non-meat and even vegan options abound - all with terrific portion size and execution. Our entire group was pleased (and some are persnickety). Very much looking forward to returning and grateful they are in our great town.

Ambiance was simple and quaint! Very relaxing. The associate, Kiri...(????Sorry if I got your name…read morewrong) was super sweet and friendly. Also very knowledgeable!! Clean restrooms and the brewery house was supper cool!!! Would definitely recommend. only complaint would want more merch!!!!!

Excellent beers have not been to the tasting room but on my List to do pretty area and great…read morevariety of beers. They grow their own hops onsite and make some great beer It is a really cute spot and they are All very nice

What a lovely place to stop! Located in Winsted, it's off the main road just enough so you do not…read morefeel like you're in the middle of the bustle. They are nestled near some trees and has a very nice outdoor area. We went on a Saturday night when it was busy, but the service was excellent. There was enough outdoor seating on the patio and front of the building. They had live music and a food truck which was a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon. I really enjoyed that they had table service outside rather than having to go back into the bar. The server was very attentive. He made some small talk, which was nice and not too over bearing. Now the important part- the beer! We decided to get flights since we only find ourselves in the north west part of the state a few times of the year. I tried the fruited Shandy, an IPA, the black IPA and the porter. I am throughly impressed by all. The shandy was so refreshing- nice for a summer day. The IPA was hoppy (as always) and a little sweet so it was refreshing also. The Black IPA tasted more like a coffee porter but I was a fan! The porter was also very good, I liked it more than the Black IPA. Had a little more body. I definitely look forward to visiting this place again!

Stopped in for a night of live music and enjoyed the experience. Great atmosphere and awesome to…read moresee a local joint supporting local musicians. Food was fine but nothing overwhelmingly amazing. Would return again!

Great Falls was one of my favorite breweries we visited. It was such a nice open space with tons of…read moreactivities and a beautiful outdoor section too. They had great beer selections as well. My boyfriend and I tried two flights, including the s'mores beer! Very tasty options. They've got games and a dartboard, friendly staff and accessible bathrooms. I loved the feel of the interior, very cozy and relaxing.

Great rounded selection of IPAs, porters, ciders, and more with additional seasonal selections in a…read morehistoric refurbished train station. The Union Railroad Depot in North Cannan is a cool building that houses other shops and the brewery. I did spy an accordion shop next door if you have one that you're looking to get tuned up. I highly recommend the Double Luminosity, a hazy double IPA that is fruity but not that heavy. There is a cozy couch and lounge chair area with a fireplace in addition to the bar and table to sit with friends, which as you get older you appreciate. They also have food trucks on occasion and a calendar of events posted on their website. You're always welcome to bring takeout from local restaurants with you too.

No minors under 21, no dogs. Ordinarily, this would be a deal breaker for us, since we like to roll…read moreas a Fambly. But with the Progeny at camp and the pup walked to somnolence, the Pardner and I finally had a chance to check this place out. Pros: - There's often live music -- without a cover! We saw the talented Eran Troy Danner perform. - The house-brewed beers are varied and delicious. We tried the Amarillo Sky Double IPA, Sacred Grounds Coffee Porter, and the Pirates and Parrots Island Lager, made in three very distinct styles. The Amarillo Sky reminded me of Lawson's Sip o' Sunshine, though a bit less hoppy. Pirates and Parrots would be a perfect session beer. It's fantastically refreshing in the heat. I have to wonder whether the Sacred Grounds Coffee Porter has anything to do with the excellent Sacred Grounds Coffee in Sherman, CT -- but either way, it's very tasty. - The bathrooms are clean!!! They're probably the cleanest bathrooms I've ever seen in a drinking establishment of any kind in the US. - The staff are really nice and friendly, affirmatively helpful. - There's a nice looking food menu. It was a little early for dinner, for us, but we'd love to head back... someday when we are again sans Progeny. - There is an air conditioned indoor space one can retreat to if it's really, really hot out. But the expansive outdoor area out back is where most of the action seems to be when weather permits. Cons: - No dogs allowed - No humans allowed under 21 I am tempted to ding a star because those are big fat cons for us. But... given those delicious beers, the clean bathrooms, the great live music... I can't. This place is sweet.

Housatonic River Brewing is a craft brewery that opened in New Milford, Connecticut in September…read more2018. It was founded by brewer Dave Littlefield. With brewery experience dating back to the 1980s, Littlefield had owned and operated Harbor Lights Brewing Company in Dana Point, California during the 1990s. A couple of non-brewery jobs later, Littlefield had relocated to Connecticut and looked to open a new brewery. He purchased a 7-acre property along the banks of the Housatonic River in New Milford. In addition to brewing good beer, Littlefield's goal was to create a venue that the community would appreciate and enjoy. The brewery features a large rustic taproom, a stage for live musical acts to perform, and a large seasonal beer garden under a pavilion. In addition to the housemade beer, HRB also serves wine, cider, craft cocktails, and a large menu of delicious food from their in-house kitchen. In May 2024, Littlefield purchased the former Quirk Works Brewing & Blendery space in Danbury for HRB to use as a secondary production facility. I recently visited Housatonic River Brewing for the first time. I had heard that they host a lot of live music acts and I purchased a ticket to see NYC-based Rush tribute band "Moving Pictures". I'm a HUGE Rush fan, so I was really excited to see the group perform. I arrived over an hour before the show started and grabbed a table close to the stage. There was a modest crowd when I first arrived, but the whole taproom was packed by the time the show started. After looking over the menu, I started off with a plate of "Smoked Macaroni & Cheese" (smoked bacon jalapeño macaroni & cheese) and "Cornbread" (w/ cinnamon honey butter). Afterwards, I moved onto a "Gourmet Brisket Grilled Cheese" (three cheeses between perfectly grilled rustic sourdough toast w/ bacon & jalapeños & fries). Everything was fantastic, especially that heavenly grilled cheese! Throughout my visit, I enjoyed pours of "Uncle Bock" (Doppelbock), "Less Gentle On My Mind" (Double New England IPA), and "Remedy" (Imperial Stout). They were all good, especially the latter two. Moving Pictures also gave an excellent performance to the very energetic crowd. Overall, I had quite an enjoyable evening and I hope to return to HRB!

Sat at the bar Saturday May 2, we started with happy hour and ended up staying for dinner. My…read morehusband and I have never been here despite us living right up the road and I must say WOW! Everything was fantastic, from the cocktails to the food to the service. 10/10 ! The bartenders were friendly and gave us some history on the building and the farm. It's amazing to hear about all the farm fresh ingredients that both the bar and the kitchen use. I appreciated the attention to detail and enjoyed watching the bartenders at work, the drinks and food were all works of art. I could not recommend this place enough(although at the same time I want to keep it a secret for myself now that I will be a regular at the bar)!!!

Onion pizza was terrific. Rigatoni ala vodka was delicious but definitely spicy. Great service…read more Nice atmosphere.

Solid 5 star for me. Small store with a friendly staff. Like that it is within walking distance…read more They have what I look for at reasonable prices. Heard the guy that works there address customers by their name. Nice.

Service is great; the two men know their stuff! Great downtown location! Always willing to find…read morewhat you want.

This has quickly become my favorite wine shop. The owners and staff are really knowledgeable about…read moretheir wines and always have great recommendations. While I tend to splurge there (their Sancerre selection is great!), they also have a good selection of lower price point wines. I always walk out of here with something new -- and bonus points for the Boston terriers who are usually working as greeters!

Nice neighborhood (in NE terms) Packy that has recently been modernized to add to the discerning…read moreSpirit shoppers experience. Fancy words, but The Wise Old Dog has earned their Pedestal. The new shop boosts an impressive array of Ale & Lager coolers with a chilled behind-the-scenes browsing space. Ample shelf and floor displays for the bottled spirits and wines. Knowledgeable staff eager to assist & recommend. But most astonishing is their Fine Wine Closet (aka Environment Controlled Chiller). Yes, the prices do reflect the use of the Chiller, but again, if you're a discerning shopper or collector you've got to add This Wise Old Dog to your list!

A beautiful sunny autumn Sunday I came from Cape Cod and am…read morea diehard Pats fan I went to KPG to watch the game My waitress Saige was a sweetheart and she was busy from the time I came till when I left I enjoyed the atmosphere and people who where at the bar The bartender got my game on one of the tv's When I felt ,the Pats were ahead Great place to go to relax Jackie S

3.5 stars. KPG…read moreKitchen & Bar serves American food and pizza. We were exploring the area and decided to get lunch here. It's a nice spot located in downtown Kent. We sat at the patio area but then it started to rain so we went inside. I had the mussels as an appetizer and it was huge and really delicious. The mussels would've been sufficient for my meal. I didn't realize how large it was going to be when I ordered it, so I ordered a chicken bacon and ranch sandwich meal as well. I definitely didn't need to order that. I thought the sandwich was just ok though, kind of bland. Overall, it's a decent spot to get a bite and drinks!