Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/14/2026
Food Truck HitsSpacious Patio
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent MicrobreweryMicrobrewery
Black Pond Brews
21A Furnace St, Danielson, Connecticut, 06239-3040
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Microbrewery
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- On-site lot plus nearby street parking.
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What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.2% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.1% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 5.2% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.5% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.4% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.3% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | On Tap |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 6.0% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Kicked / Sold Out |
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/9/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
8/4/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Casey Nguyen
Portland, Oregon
7/10/2026
Crisp LagersGreat IPA Selection
Perfect Saturday stop. Dogs on the patio, a food truck in the lot, and enough seating for the whole group.
Black Pond Brews FAQs
Is Black Pond Brews dog friendly?
Yes. Black Pond Brews is dog friendly in Danielson, including patio seating.
Does Black Pond Brews serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Black Pond Brews hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Black Pond Brews?
Yes — Black Pond Brews is set up for group crawls and private taproom events. Use the claim/manage listing flow to request a buyout or large-party reservation.
Does Black Pond Brews have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Black Pond Brews lists outdoor patio seating in Danielson, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.