Surfridge East
Centerbrook, Connecticut
Surfridge East is a taproom and eatery nestled in the beautiful Witch Hazel Works property in Centerbrook, Connecticut. With a 10-barrel copper and brass system and a natural, airy vibe, the space reflects the connection between timeless New England sophistication with California roots.
Fresh brews, wood-fired pizzas, and local oysters are just a few of the delicious items offered at the cozy taproom. Our space is family-friendly, great for small or large groups, and our patio in the summer makes for a great place to have a pint with your pup. We also offer hand-crafted cocktails and Jonathan Edwards Winery wine.
Our mural by the talented Trek6, captures our tribute to the whales that have been a part of the rich history in Connecticut, as well as blue butterflies that have an interesting origin story with Surfridge.
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly Patio
Cocktails & Wine
Full Menu
Upcoming Events
Click to view a calendar of upcoming events at the taproom.
LOCATION
SURFRIDGE BREWING CO
6 Main Street, Building 3
Centerbrook, CT 06409
860.662.4038
Directions Tip: Once entering off of Hwy 154 (Turn in where you see “Witch Hazel Works”), stay to your right, and follow the road to the end to building #3, where the brewery will be on your left.
HOURS
Mon 4pm – 10pm
Tues Closed
Wed 4pm – 10pm
Thurs 4pm – 10pm
Fri 1pm – 10pm
Sat 1pm – 10pm
Sun 11am – 7pm
HEARD AT THE BAR
Come in For a Drink, Stay for the Food
Click here to view some of the local vendor partners.
Updated 6/5/2023
Menu and pricing are subject to change based on market and availability.
Happy Hour Menu
Sunday Brunch
BUSHELS OF OYSTERS
(we support local farms)
Raw Full Dozen
served with lemon, pink peppercorn, mignonette, house cocktail sauce.
Baked Full Dozen
garlic, butter, parsley, bacon
Baked Half Dozen
garlic, butter, parsley, bacon
Raw Half Dozen
served with lemon, pink peppercorn, mignonette, house cocktail sauce.
STARTS & SALADS
Add 3 shrimp to any salad for $13
Charcuterie Board
Featuring rotating cheese from The Cheese Shop in Centerbrook, meats, house-pickled veggies, dried fruit, nuts, served with crostini.
Smoked Fish Dip
blue fish, caper, and dill, served with crostini
Tomato Burrata
crispy garlic, fresh basil, shallot basil vinaigrette.
Watermelon Salad
Feta, thai chili, black sesame seed, scallion, ginger dressing
Caesar Salad
baby kale, brioche crouton, house caesar dressing
WOOD FIRED PIZZA – Red
Meatball & Roasted Pepper
crumbled meatball, roasted red pepper
Classic Mozzarella
nothing better than a classic
Bananaroni
cupping pepperoni & banana peppers
Putanesca
olives, herbed mascarpone, capers
Sausage Fennel
housemade sausage, jalapeno, fennel seeds
WOOD FIRED PIZZA – White
Asparagus
asparagus, prosciutto, caramelized onion
Mushroom
exotic mushroom mix
WOOD FIRED PIZZA – Green
Shredded Short Rib
confit garlic, pickled shallot
Kelp & Clam
chopped clam, roasted garlic, pecorino cheese
HEARTH TO TABLE
Seared Shishitos
mostly mild, but one will get ya
Roasted Summer Veggie
yellow curry, shallot garlic butter, capers
Brussel Sprouts
bacon, balsamic
Oven Roasted Wings
8 wings served with blue cheese and a choice of sauce: buffalo, throwback bbq, horseradish honey mustard
Smashed Potato
bacon, sour cream, shredded cheese
meatballs
served in marinara with garlic baguette
Fire Roasted Clams
little neck clams, prosciutto, fennel, white wine
BUSHELS OF OYSTERS
(we support local farms)
Half Dozen
Full Dozen
Served raw or baked with lemon, pink peppercorn, mignonette, house cocktail sauce.
STARTS & SALADS
Olives
assorted marinated olives
Pickled Veggies
cauliflower, cornichons, carrot, beet
Smoked Fish Dip
blue fish, caper, and dill, served with crostini
Charcuterie Board
daily selection of meat & cheese, pickled veggies, & olives
Simply Greens
mesclun greens, radish, olive oil vinaigrette
Baby Kale
hemp hearts, bee pollen, house vinaigrette
Bibb Salad
crumbled blue cheese, walnut, apple, dried currant
WOOD FIRED PIZZA – Red
Margarita
fresh basil and mozzarella
Artichoke
marinated artichoke, roasted red peppers
Bananaroni
cupping pepperoni & banana peppers
Prosciutto
does it need anything else?
Sausage Fennel
housemade sausage, jalapeno, fennel seeds
WOOD FIRED PIZZA – White
Spinach
chili, garlic
Onion
surfridge oatmeal stout braised onions, bacon lardons
Mushroom
hon shimeji, maitake, oyster, mushroom duxelles
HEARTH TO TABLE
Seared Shishitos
mostly mild, but one will get ya
Roasted Cauliflower
yellow curry, shallot garlic butter, capers
Fingerling Potatoes
duck fat, rosemary
Octopus
togarashi, romesco, cucumber yogurt
Salmon
braised fennel, grapefruit, gastrique
Bone Marrow
radish salad, chive, crostini
Duck Confit
red wine currant sauce, turnip
Wood Fired Steak
spinach and chimichurri
Pork Belly
soy honey glaze, herbed cabbage slaw
What’s On Tap?
Below are our family favorites.
Click the Currently on Tap button to see what we’re pouring TODAY
in Centerbrook, Connecticut. 32oz to-go growlers available.
We also offer hand-crafted cocktails and Jonathan Edwards Winery wine.
Rent Our Space
Our indoor taproom as well as our large private outdoor patio make for a great space to reserve for your private event in Centerbrook, CT. Be it a family gathering, birthday party, corporate social or wedding celebration, our taproom offers an amazing atmosphere and memorable location. Click the button to inquire about pricing and availability.
Our talented bar manager Maddie has carefully crafted a beautiful Summer cocktail menu! Featured above is the floral and effervescent Hibiscus Paloma 🌺 A tequila-based drink, paired with a house-made hibiscus flower and pomegranate syrup, with notes of lime and grapefruit for a bright touch of citrus. Finished with a hibiscus flower and zested lime rim. A vibrant and thirst quenching cocktail we crave on a hot day like today!
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Our oven roasted wings are never fried or breaded - the perfect shareable app for a relaxing Sunday, paired with a beer or two! Add one of our house made sauces for an extra kick. (Pictured above is our take on buffalo sauce!)
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Sometimes all you need on a hot Summer day is a cold, refreshing drink! 🌺
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We’re so lucky to be located right down the road from Scott’s Farms where we can hand cut our own flower arrangements! We are grateful to have such a beautiful local resource that helps bring our tap room to life!
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Surfridge is OPEN! 🌊🦋🍻
We are back this week with normal hours and a limited menu to help our new kitchen staff get up to speed, but rest assured we will be back to regularly scheduled programming in no time! Thank you to everyone for the kindness and patience you’ve shown throughout this unexpected transitional period. The support from this community means the world to us! See you today at 4… Cheers!
Summer is calling… will you pick up? 🍉
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It’s the start of a new week here at Surfridge! Open today at 4… see you then 🍻
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Homemade banana bread meets strawberry shortcake… food heaven 🙌🏻
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This Summer’s cocktail menu was crafted with care and passion by our bar manager Maddie! Introducing the Lemon Curd Martini…floral, citrusy, and herbal 🍋
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Our mezze board is the best fix for a sunny Saturday out on the patio! Open today at 12.
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