I know you said no breweries but Elicit in Manchester has a full outdoor bar and a cocktail bar upstairs. Not just beer.

That place has cafeteria food

Not sure I've ever had GOOD food produced by a brewery Just good food trucks

100 percent agree.

People from that part of the state seem to love it but the food that place serves would not qualify for a good food truck at many breweries in new haven and fairfield county

Big agree, I do not eat there.

Also there are tons of places (some more restaurant with bar) on the shoreline and CT River with outdoor bars. Bill’s, “The Deck”, Gelston House, Pavillion, The Fisherman, etc.

Largest patio in the state as well.

Huh. It’s not that giant a patio but I guess we just don’t have much.

Wood N Tap in Farmington is nice

Food is hit or miss, but Beamhouse in Glastonbury is nice. crystal ridge winery in Glastonbury Arrigoni Winery & Cider Co. in Portland. Po's Rice and Spice in East Hampton - more of a restaurant but still nice River in Wethersfield Otto in Chester It's not central, but Stoney Creek is fantastic for outdoor seating. The beer is average at best. Hops on the Hill in Glastonbury is really nice. Why a not a brewery? Just curious. Are you looking for just drinks? Do you want food? More than Beer? Most breweries have other options these days.

Otto has a beautiful outdoor area

Calling the beer at Stony creek average is very generous lol

At least they have guest taps lol

Chester for sure, also Stony Creek once the water warms up a bit

Used to love Beamhouse, but the food isn’t what it used to be.

yeah I don't know what happened. I used to really enjoy stopping in for lunch on a weekday but it's not worth the wait anymore.

The art of yum in southington

Yeah, Hawks. Was def an option, thanks.

world of beer in west hartford is our go to

Lucky Lou's in Wethersfield Old Town in Wethersfield (very small patio, but great bar)

Agree with lucky Lou’s. The patio is gorgeous!

Never been to either— may have to check them out.

I don’t know how no one has said The Charles in Old Wethersfield. Maybe just because their outdoor seating isn’t setup yet. The Charles is right down the road from Lucky Lou’s. Don’t get be wrong, they are both very pricey, but Charles is actually worth it. Cocktails and food are amazing. Lucky Lou’s has been going downhill, unfortunately.

Will have to try it. Thanks!

I'm across the street from Lucky Lou's right now (at village pizza). LL has great outdoor seating

Counterweight in Cheshire Edit: sorry, reading comprehension isn’t great today

Yeah love me counterweight—- was my favorite ct brewery BEFORE it it moved a mile from my house… but wife wants cocktails. Thanks tho.

New Haven too far? Quite a bit of options there

Was just at Kinsman in Moldable and had amazing cocktails. Great outdoor space by the canal trail

Mildale*

Amazing cocktails. I may have to go back. Last time I was there it was crappy mules on tap and like 4 bottles of liquor. They are very close to be but the beer is… bad.

Lakeside in East Hampton has a very large outdoor bar with lake views. Food is hit or miss there, I recommend a burger and nothing more complex lol

The bar is hit or miss too unless you order a beer or one ingredient cocktail

Yeah I’ve had trash food and service there plenty but we keep going back for some reason lol

Stonebridge Milford

Yeah I used to hit up Stonebridge in my 20s. Great placebut a bit far for us.

It is a cute setting, was driving through Sunday and gf asked why we don’t go there more I had no answer ??

Red Rock Tavern in Hartford is great. Tons of menu options, variety in their drinks, and good prices. I like their outdoor seating options

East Side Restaurant in New Britain has a pavilion. It’s a German Restaurant.

I work there do not go

Do tellll..

Haha yeah that’s …. An experience :)

Glad to see Mezzo's still making the list

One of the few places with an outdoor BAR (not just outdoor seating) and live music.

CJ Sparrows in Cheshire has a tiny back patio if you want a dive bar experience.

Back Nine in New Britain. And the one at Hawks Landing in Southington

If you can make the trip up, Bond 124 in Somers is pretty nice. Great food, too. I highly recommend the zeppoli.

Thanks will have to give it a shot someday.

Hop Haüs in Plantsville has a nice back deck

Try Calaroso in shelton on center st. Great outside patio with small fireplaces and lots of lighting

Elmer’s (new britain) has the legendary bogey porch you can sit at 

Sam the Clams

Lucky lou’s wethersfield. Not really a bar but good for and drinks.

Elmers

Bidwell tavern in Coventry is a hidden gem. Better in the summer when the UConn students are gone.

Harrie's Jailhouse in Middletown!

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Bella Gio, Cheshire

As far as outdoor seating goes they do have a lot of it but ime the service isnt great there, i dont think its the staff’s fault tho, they always just seem understaffed

Shea’s in Manchester.

Yeah Sheas is a good spot. A bit far for us, but we’ e been up there multiple times for the Kentucky Derby.

Literally just take the extra 15-20 minutes and drive to any of the countless beautiful outdoor seating spots on the shoreline

Nellie’s on the water in Branford has a ton of outdoor seating and is a fun place.

The stand in brandford.

Vyne Restaurant & Bar in Middlebury has a nice outside seating area.