This was a fantastic dog friendly brewery with table service. The food was excellent, the beer was…read moregood and they were dog and kid friendly! We are not from the area but it was a great place to stop, especially after the regular dog shows in the area.

Five stars because you get the complete package here. Large indoor seating with sone patio space…read morefor warmer days. The beers are nice - though it might be limited if you don't like seltzers or lagers, which make up a portion of the selection. They have food here - basically a beer truck backed into an open bay, but very good menu. And, finally, best of all for dog owners they are dog friendly.

Several months ago, I was following my GPS to visit someone when this place caught my eye…read more It was so tiny. So hidden away. I mean, who the hell has even heard of Gilbertville? I made a mental note to come back another day, when I had time to explore the area. Spoiler alert: There's not much there to explore in Gilbertville. Although, if you're like me and willing to drive 10 miles out of your way to save ten cents a gallon on gas, they do have the cheapest gas around. But I digress... Yesterday I pulled into their almost non-existent parking lot and wondered where people park when they are full. I was there at 3pm, so it was empty aside from myself, two other people, and a dog. The space was quirky and eclectic, with random art on the walls, old pieces from antique shops, and a bar lined with metal seats. They also had a few tables. It was all dark old wood, and I imagine it would be an awesome spot to hit on a cold winter's day. I settled myself into a seat at the bar. Just a warning: those seats must have the AC blowing directly onto the metal, because my poor vagina felt like it went through a cold plunge. I was wearing shorts, but the freezing cold metal felt like it penetrated straight into my cervix. If you opt for bar seating while wearing shorts, pack a sweater for your genitals. Icy nether regions aside, this place was a perfect little hideaway to hang for a bit and enjoy some well-crafted beers. They don't serve meals, but they do have snacks you can purchase if you need some sustenance. Their white stout was PHENOMENAL, one of the best beers I've had in a while. It was creamy, sweet, and SO easy to drink. It gave me a cream soda vibe, but with a 7% bite. Solo factor: 7/10. The place was pretty empty when I went, so it felt very comfortable to be there by myself. But it's tiny, so I don't know if it would have that same vibe once it's packed. The bartender was awesome, and very attentive. The seating isn't necessarily ideal for someone who wants to spend hours hanging out there, but it was fine for the time I was there...and there were also other options for places to sit. Also, I saw that they have an outdoor area where you can sit, which I missed on the way in. And I would be remiss to not mention that their bathroom was freakishly clean for a brewery bathroom. I've been to two places over the past few weeks where I walked into the bathroom, saw what was waiting for me, and thought "Fuck it, I'd rather get a kidney stone." Yuck.

Love this place. Staff is great, music is sweet, and the beer is awesome. A few beers they always…read morehave and something different from time to time.

Great beer, wonderful staff and fun clientele! I would make this a frequent stop if I were you!read more

Love this place. Great beer and cider. Delicious bar bites. Simulators in a very comfortable…read moresetting. Service is excellent

Bear Hands Brewery delivers the kind of experience that keeps you planning your next visit before…read moreyou've even left. The space itself is impressive -- open, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed so it never feels cramped, even when it's busy. There's a warm, welcoming vibe that makes it just as easy to hang out with friends as it is to settle in for a quiet pint. The beer selection is genuinely outstanding. Whether you're into crisp lagers, bold IPAs, or something more experimental, there's always something worth trying, and the staff knows their stuff if you want a recommendation. There's always a wide range of styles on tap, and everything feels well‑crafted and intentional. It's the kind of place where trying a flight is almost mandatory because there are too many good options to pick just one. And the food... the pretzels are absolute must‑haves. It is soft, warm, and perfectly salted, and the bites are the ideal pairing for a flight -- simple, delicious, and exactly what you want with good beer. A great atmosphere, fantastic brews, and snacks that hit the spot. Bear Hands Brewery nails it.

I love their beer. Everyone we walk in I'm greeted with a smile as I was today. Alyssa is…read moreincredibly friendly and always recommends the best beer. We haven't had their food yet, but their drinks are 10/10. We enjoy sitting at the man bar upstairs, but they downstairs bar is cozy and welcoming, feels like a true speakeasy!

Excellent menu. Food and beer offerings are well executed. Very much involved in the community…read moresupporting worthwhile charitable events.

I went here for the food truck festival. Wow was that a lot of fun. They really have it well…read moreorganized and about 8 to 10 trucks available. Definitely a family go to event. They also have a beer garden. Definitely enjoyed the tastings that I had. If I was a little closer, this would be my go to spot. Service was quick and efficient as well as a great set up. I did not get to go inside the building since this was an event obviously. But the set up was so relaxing, including an outdoor fire pit. On my list for next year.

Perfect day on Fathers Day here. The brewery is large with a HUGE outside area with a ton of…read moredifferent seating options, including under a large tent. There is the main bar inside and one outside as well. No food is served but there is a pizza place right next door and a cute honor system bakery when you walk in. The band was great and the beers/seltzers were all delicious. Bartenders were friendly, parking is plentiful and bathroom clean. Not much more you can ask out of a brewer

I really love the setup here--the area is picturesque, and the atmosphere is great. They have…read moreanimals on-site, which I didn't get to see this time, but I'll make a point to check out on my next visit. There's also a pizza place that seems affiliated (or maybe they just rent the space). Either way, it was delicious. The staff was your typical group of teenagers who look mildly annoyed, but the food hit the spot. The beer was great, and the brewery staff was friendly and attentive. Overall, a really enjoyable stop.

Food is amazing prices are pretty high I felt especially because of the location but the waitress…read morewe had was fabulous

Sat outside on the patio since we had our dogs with us. Patio sits under large overhangs (protected…read morefrom rain) plus many tables around the perimeter have Sun umbrellas. It seemed as if most people on the patio were there for the trains. We were able to watch an engineer switch tracks so he could pick up a load of cars stored nearby. We also were able to watch a long freight train go by. Lots of people were photographing, videoing, many with professional cameras and tripods. They gave a dog friendly menu. And bring water bowls for the dogs. We ordered burgers. Choice was "pink or no pink". I think they were understaffed. It took 90 minutes from arrival to departure.

Great brews great service, can't wait till their sister location is up and running the farm at…read moreHawks Landing. They are goin to have fresh produce local honey and farm raised eggs !!!

Great little brewery. Small but cozy and comfortable. The bartender Brian was very welcoming and…read moreknowledgeable about the beers on tap. I met Jason and Zach the owners, very personable and nice. Pizza place next door has great food and pizza slices. I downloaded the app for a points program for bonus beer.

I made a surprise stop here when the pike turned into a parking lot on my trip back from Albany…read more Rustic had been on my radar for a few years and it was a good excuse to stop. Tucked in the basement of a historic mill, it's clear how rustic is a fitting name. Thankfully there is ample signage to direct you to the libations as it could be challenging to find without it. There's plenty of parking and multiple lots to choose from. It was eerily quiet for a Friday night at 6pm as I was 1 of maybe 3 or 4 patrons. The beer tender greeted me with a quick smile and description of their serving styles. Due to my short stop I only had 1 draft and grabbed a few treats to go. I didn't notice any food trucks, but I also wasn't looking for any. Although it's in the basement, it's quite warm, bright, clean and inviting. There was plenty of entertainment available from board games and televisions to gaming systems and pinball machines. Well-behaved, potty trained children and dogs are both welcome. The beer was tasty and made me wish I had more time to try some of their different styles. If I'm ever up that way again I will definitely drop in and try a few more while taking a turn on the pinball machines.

Just opened! They have a limited selections but what they have is excellent. No food but they did…read morehave Chicken Man's Chicken Shack food truck parked outside. They have a fruited sour, two IPAs, and a porter. The brewery is located in the Indian Orchard Mill, really cool to get to go in such an old place! It has a great vibe and I can absolutely recommend.

I've always had good experiences here. Friendly, helpful staff. Great beers. I haven't eaten there…read moreoften, so can't speak to that.

Full honesty: *noticed people were leaving 1/2 or more of…read morefood on their plates. Thought it was just big portions. No. It's just meh tasting. I had three teenagers with me. We got flatbreads, nachos, Mac and cheese, wings and an order of hush puppies. They left more than half of everything and said it was just ok. I spent $120 between food and drinks.. but the real kicker is *it's not a real restaurant* you go up and order like a Burger King and then you go up and pick up like Burger King but they still want a 20% tip. so I don't know what they want their 20% tip for when no one comes to you, no one checks on you. No one to ask you how it is. they don't care. also, they only sell single serve bottles of soda so there's no refills. We ended up spending like $22 on soda alone. * I noticed on their Facebook that they were complaining that people who were doing cornhole tournaments were bringing outside food and instead of reassessing their situation and what they're serving, they threatened to cancel the cornhole. If you served better food, people would buy it. It's not rocket science. Yours is 5/10 and there's other options out there that are cheaper and better than what you're currently offering. You don't take away the cornhole from people who are giving you any bit of business, you make it better for them.. so they want to buy it and they want to spend money and they want to eat your food. *since my teens aren't old enough to drink, there really isn't much to offer there in the way of food so we won't be coming back because there's no reason to.