Our other sites
Get A Free World Heritage Guide »
SeatGuru
Family Vacation Critic
Cruise Critic
BookingBuddy
We recommend:
We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Hartford

Free Newsletter

Interested in Hartford?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Hartford each week.

  • Save City Steam Brewery
  • E-mail this page

City Steam Brewery


3.5 of 5 stars 33 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Hamburgers
  • 942 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103-1214
  • (860) 525-1600
  • Price range: €15-21 ($21-$30)

Reviews you can trust

61% Recommend
Excellent
Very Good
Average
Poor
Terrible
Rating summary
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
[ Date ] [ Rating ]
Save Review
3 of 5 stars
Railhistoryfan   67 contributions
Philadelphia
Jul 19, 2009

On Main St in Hartford, three major department stores competed head and head. Today they are closed and the Brown Thomson store is now the City Steam Brewery. The exterior and interior are unique -- well worth a walk around. The dining room is at many levels -- not everyone will like the hike to their table. Of course, the... more

Save Review
2 of 5 stars
JoshuaMConnecticut   26 contributions
Connecticut
Jun 15, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Myself and three others went here on a Saturday night for a meal and the comedy show afterwards. We were put in a cramped table on the lower level. I ordered a large caesar salad, they delivered me a chicken sandwich, at which time they gave me a small caesar. It consisted of some chopped romaine lettuce with a tablespoon... more

Save Review
2 of 5 stars
CTbirdlover   10 contributions
Guilford, CT
May 9, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

This is a very large restaurant with decent, but nothing special, food. We ate here once before and found them to be extremely slow, so we left extra time this time. Both times, we were eating before a show. Last time, they promised us we had plenty of time for dessert, but after waiting close to a half hour, it... more

Save Review
Facebook Connect
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook  
Dec 21, 2008

A downtown institution -- good food, excellent beer. more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
Sheldon3   1 contribution
CT
Dec 4, 2008

Great place to grab a bite to eat and drink before or after the game at the XL Center, Only 1 block away. more

Great brew
Save Review
4 of 5 stars
voices_blur   1 contribution
Denville, NJ
Oct 10, 2008

Amazing brews and friendly casual atmosphere, a great place to go after a long day's work especially if you are Derek Roseman. more

Save Review
Facebook Connect
5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook  
Aug 30, 2008

Huge! Brewery, Multi-floor dining, historic building, Pool Hall, large Bar area, Live Music, Patio, Lounge, People Watching, Live Comedy. What more could you ask for? How about beer bongs! Nice Bar Menu. more

Save Review
Facebook Connect
2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook  
Aug 14, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

Good for a place to meet before a game, not a good place to eat. Don't expect attentive service. more

Save Review
Facebook Connect
3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook  
Aug 14, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

They brew their own...the hard cider is great. Tasty appetizers. Go downstairs for a fun time at the Comedy Club but make reservations first. more

Save Review
Facebook Connect
4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook  
Jul 26, 2008

Outstanding, casual atmosphere. Dependable food. This is where I take out of town guests who have never been to Hartford. more

Write Your Own Restaurant Review

Been to City Steam Brewery? Share your experiences!

Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

Do You Own City Steam Brewery?

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owners' Center
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

City Steam Brewery Address

942 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103-1214
Tel: (860) 525-1600
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.