Connecticut's Food Halls, Beer Halls, and Beer Gardens

Parkville Market is the first food hall in Connecticut, housed in the former Capitol City Lumber Co. building in the city's Parkville section. Guests can choose from a variety of food from 22 vendors. The menu has something for everyone, from burgers, Nashville hot chicken, tacos and gourmet French fries to Brazilian, Puerto Rican, Peruvian, Jamaican, Taiwanese, Colombian, and Mediterranean cuisines. Enjoy three bars, an expansive outdoor patio, and a full schedule of fun events. 

This trendy, seasonal outdoor destination offers a rotating roster of craft beers, an assortment of delicious food trucks, yard games, and live outdoor music — right on the water! Be sure to visit the website for the most up-to-date schedule.

Elicit Brewing's locations in Danbury, Fairfield and Manchester boast a brewery, beer hall, cocktail bar, lounge, arcade and restaurant, all in one building. Sip the best beers from Connecticut and beyond in a variety of settings, including a picturesque outdoor beer garden!

Satisfy all your cravings at East Rock Market, New Haven’s first food hall. Five food concepts include specialty sandwiches from Meat & Co., craft coffee and matcha from Ground Up Coffee, fresh sushi from Maki Bar, tacos from Don Rene Taqueria, and New Haven-style pizza from Ozzy's. Rick's Bar provides the cocktails, including margaritas and espresso martinis.

The Assembly Room is New Britain's first food hall. All under one roof, enjoy a cozy coffee shop, an event space, a bar, and an array of foods including wood-fired pizza, Nashville hot chicken, burritos, and Mexican tortas. 

GastroPark in West Hartford offers an ever-changing schedule of local food trucks, a full bar, an on-site coffee shop and an outpost of Small State Provisions bakery. This indoor/outdoor space is an ideal hangout spot for foodies, with weekly events and features like live music, trivia, yoga, and small business pop-ups. 

If you’re looking for great beer, fun events, and unmatched vibes, head to New England Brewing Company in Branford. Enjoy an evening of tasty food and drinks on an outdoor patio with stunning waterfront views. And if you’re traveling, this spot’s conveniently located within walking distance of the Branford Train Station!

This all-in-one brewery, taproom and beer garden is located along the scenic Housatonic River in New Milford. Check out an alternating schedule of food trucks while taking in a great view of the river,  and be sure to check the website for upcoming events.

The Velvet Mill is a converted 1950s velvet manufacturing center that now houses a wood-fired pizza restaurant, a locally-inspired bistro, a sourdough bakery, a pastry shop, a rum distillery, and top-rated Beer'd Brewing. Other businesses include fitness studios and health and wellness practices, antiques, galleries, and vintage shops. 

Featuring a coworking space, tasting room, event space and coffee shop, the outdoor space at Half Full also includes picnic tables and a food trailer.  Come enjoy live music, lawn music, and special events throughout the summer.