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.

Beer brewers and winemakers get support, from beginner to advanced. Equipment, materials and…read moreknowledge under one roof. He got us started a long time ago, and we're still making wine and hard cider. Great guy.

I stopped into Zok's today so that I could enter my homebrew in a competition that the owner, Paul,…read moreruns in Danielson, CT. The moment I set foot inside, I could tell this place was different from other brew hobby shops. First of all, this guy makes no mistake letting you know he knows how to craft a good brew. The walls are covered in ribbons from competitions that he won. I didn't even bother counting. There must be over 300 of them from all over the country. However, you would never know it from Paul's personality. He was gracious and rather humble considering the amount of success he has had. I explored his shop and just totally "geeked out" over the stuff he has. His prices are very reasonable and he is full of great advice. I don't live in the area but I would make the hour drive to Willimantic anytime I want to upgrade my equipment or get some great brewing advice. Make sure you call ahead because his hours are not always the best but this reason alone is not enough to justify giving this shop any less than 5 stars.

Varied Wings and generous beverage sizes Service was crisp…read moreand friendly Ambiance was comfortable just before the crowds

Really great wings, service, and atmosphere to watch any sporting events. Looking forward to…read morecatching some World Cup games here this summer.

Hops 44 is such a solid go-to for us. We live close by and there isn't much out our way, so it's…read morealways the perfect place to meet friends whether it's just for a drink, an appetizer, or a full dinner. The food is consistently good, the atmosphere is relaxed, and even the desserts are worth sticking around for. It's dependable, welcoming, and always a good time--we're so glad to have it nearby!

We loved our experience here. We stopped in to meet with friends, but we just missed them. But we…read moredecided to stay and have dinner because we loved the vibe. The staff was amazing, very helpful with recommendations and even letting us try some samples before we decided on drinks. There was live music too, which was nice. Lots of space too, which is nice for us because our son is on oxygen and we have to bring his stroller in. We tried the pork belly for appetizer, which was delicious and came out on the cutest presentation. We shared the bacon bbq burger and wings. Everything was delicious. We will definitely come back.

So happy to finally get to try Inishmor. The line is always so long but lunch on a Saturday was…read moregood still packed. We tried the fried pickles, Shepard pie and Bangers and mash. The casual pub atmosphere adds to the comfort of the delish food.

Stopped in for a late lunch yesterday and were greeted immediately and told we could sit anywhere…read more Seating is comfortable with a combination of tables and booths. Our server came and took our drink orders and provided us with menus. We chose the pretzel sticks that come with beer cheese. Entrees were the chicken tenders with barbecue sauce and the heifer burger minus the jalapeños. Strawberry margaritas completed the order. The pretzel sticks are served piping hot, you can see the steam coming off them as you dip them in the great tasting cheese. The are soft any nicely salted, just the right amount of salt. The chicken tenders arrived covered in a great tasting barbecue sauce. Baby carrots, a side of extra barbecue sauce, and blue cheese completed the dish. There are plenty of tenders in the order, enough so that we took some home for another meal. The barbecue sauce was nice and tangy and complemented the tenders perfectly. The heifer burger was served on a nice soft bun alone with crispy bacon and gorgonzola cheese. Could have had more cheese for my taste but no complaints on what was done with it. The burger was cooked a perfect medium rare and it was well seasoned and very large. It came with a large portion of French fries and pickles on the side. The fries were very crispy and stayed hot throughout the meal. This was definitely a great meal. Service was very good as our server was very attentive and took good care of us. Been here before and we'll be going back. A great place with a large enough menu that everyone should find something they will like.

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

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.

The food is great and the staff is friendly. I always have a great time wherever I stop in.read more

We were staying in Jewett City for a night and stopped by because the reviews were so good. They…read moredid not disappoint. The food was incredible, the bartender was great, and everyone we met was so nice and welcoming. We will definitely be coming back, hopefully very soon. Thank you for having us!!! This espresso martini was exactly what I needed. Side note: we HIGHLY recommend the mango tango! Not on the menu but the owner special and definitely worth it.

Great truck, essentially a grill and bar on wheels, what could be better! The ingredients and…read moreproducts are all locally sourced which is awesome. Great way to support the community. You can tell the owner enjoys what he's doing. Food was good I had the black and bleu sliders with the Mexican street corn. Would love to see the expand their many. I overheard they also do private events. Definitely recommend given them a try!

Our apartment complex invited them to come out during dinner. The staff was so friendly and really…read moreengaged in conversation while I waited for my order. The place is really a grill on wheels which make it such a trendy place to eat. The owner also started Gastro Park. It was cool to meet him in person. I got the black and Bleu sliders. The normally cook them medium but I request medium well and I thought it was perfect! They use all locally grown/manufactured products which was such a nice touch. I also ordered a passion fruit margarita that incorporates wild moon alcohol which is also locally made. Overall cool place with great food!

This place probably has the best beer selection in Willimantic (for a package store) as long as you…read moredon't mind the jacked-up prices, and the need to look at the "best by" dates. They carry harder to find beer (Dogfish Head 120 min, NEBCo's Gandhi-bot, etc) behind the check-out counter at unreasonably high costs. I found some great beer there, only to notice that the "best by" date was about six months earlier.

From the owner: We pride ourselves on offering one of Willimantic’s best selections of wine, spirits, and craft…read morebeers, including local favorites you won’t find in big box stores. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to help you pick the perfect bottle—whether for a quiet dinner, a celebration, or a gift. With competitive prices, easy parking, and a clean, welcoming store, we make your shopping experience simple and enjoyable.