10 Best Breweries in Secaucus

"Take the L to Williamsburg and hop off at Bedford Ave and you’ll be just a couple blocks from Brooklyn Brewery. The craft brewer hosts a small batch tour that’s a must at just $18 for two hours of drinking and learning (the kind you'll actually enjoy). Book ahead—or prepare yourself for around-the-block lines if you wait—and you’ll get four very generous tastings (plus a glass that's yours to keep) of just-tapped varieties like their flagship Brooklyn Lager and farmhouse Sorachi Ace Saison, as well as seasonal pours like Brooklyn Summer Ale."

"Take a free guided tour of Williamsburg's Brooklyn Brewery and see where the borough's craft beer revolution started, this being one of the city's first post-prohibition craft breweries. Learn how the hops are made and the history of the company that started out as a 1-man home micro brewery before expanding into the success that you see today. You can also visit the taproom after the tour to try some of the craft beers but there is a..."

"Brooklyn Brewery started with a dream to return brewing to Brooklyn. Brooklyn used to powerhouse of American beer production, and clearly it is once again. “Our namesake borough runs on the creative energy of the many communities it contains."

"East WilliamsburgAt Grimm’s sleek brewery in East Williamsburg you will find sours, farmhouse ales, and funky lambics all bottled up alongside canned IPAs and ales. Grimm was once known as a brewery without a brick and mortar location of its own, but now they’re known for on-trend design both inside its minimalist space and emblazoned on the side of cans. How to order: Pickup at the brewery, delivery via GrubHub and Caviar, or shipping across New York state via website"

"The home of these longtime gypsy brewers is probably the most aesthetically pleasing brewery I have ever set foot in. If you're looking to go on a beer date, this is the spot. The space might come off a bit Williamsburg-pretentious at first to a brewery traditionalist, but the beer speaks for itself."

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"Since Rheingold closed shop in the late '60s, beer has been produced outside of the borough—City Island brews upstate, and Bronx Brewery trucks in kegs from Connecticut. At this 5,000-square-foot draft operation, Chris Sheehan (Chelsea Brewing Co.) makes all beer on-site, turning out a 30-barrel lineup of German-style ales, hearty stouts and Frosted Hop ale, made with frozen upstate wet hops. The dark-wood taproom functions as a 25-seat bar and retail shop—a perk of a farm brewery license, which also requires Sheehan use local ingredients—that sells pints, flights and to-go growlers."

"Gun Hill is a Bronx-based brewery operating out of Williamsbridge, and they also have a bar in Mott Haven called Gun Hill Tavern. It’s a plain, relatively quiet space with concrete floors, and they serve a small menu of standard tavern stuff like mozzarella sticks wings. But mostly you come here to drink beer, specifically Gun Hill Beer, like their Void Of Light stout with notes of coffee, chocolate, and pretty much everything else that’s brown and pleasantly bitter."

"If you’re both beer lovers, hit up the Gun Hill Brewing Co. for some handcrafted brews. Food vendors sometimes make an appearance, or bring your own food from a nearby spot."

"As a decade-long resident of Astoria, I must pay homage to SingleCut Beersmiths. This taproom looks like it used to be a band rehearsal space, but then that band got really good at brewing beer. (The name is even derived from a term used in guitar making!) Founder Rich Buceta weaves his love of music with his obsession with hops, with guitar-shaped headstock tap handles, excellently curated tunes (chosen from a collection of more than 1,000 vinyls), and clever beer names referencing certain lyrics and musicians."

"Singlecut was Queens’ first microbrewery and was actually the first to open after Prohibition. Their draft list is extensive and they also have a selection of house canned beers. The 19-33 Pilsner (named after the address of the brewery) is a nice beer to start off with although they have stouts and lagers with a heavier percentage of alcohol for the true beer enthusiasts."

"SingleCut is a brewery and taproom all in one, where customers can sip on beer slushes and hazy double IPAs while listening to live records on an outdoor patio. There’s protection from the rain for drinking in any weather, but if you can’t make it there in-person, many of the brewery’s cans are also available for citywide takeout and delivery. View this post on Instagram"

"As Manhattan’s only production brewery, Torch & Crown Brewing Company is (or was when it was possible) a great place to grab a pint. Featuring a restaurant from the team behind the now-closed Cannibal Beer & Butcher, Torch and Crown is offering a legit prime rib dinner for Christmas that includes a salami and cheese board, spiced nuts, chicken liver pate, a wedge salad roasted carrots, smoked potatoes and two pints of Morgenstern’s ice cream. Also, there’s booze: a bottle of New York red, a bottle of New York white, a bottle of Negroni, a bottle of Amaro and a pair of four-packs of Torch & Crown Beer."

"Bronx beer hit Torch and Crown opened this bi-level brewery and taproom last summer, making it one of the only beer companies a large-scale brewing operation in Lower Manhattan. There’s plenty of indoor seating, along with tables out front and in a tented side yard, but make a reservation because lines can get long. Those looking to skip the hordes might prefer a four-pack from the brewery’s takeout counter next door."

"SoHoThis three-story, airy brewery was slated to open this summer, but those plans were put on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions. When the brewery finally opens, it’ll be the only one in Manhattan -- but until then Torch and Crown Brewery is stocking New Yorkers with plenty of refreshing drink options for even the hottest of summer days.How to order: Pickup, delivery, and shipping across New York state via website"

"After winning awards at NYC Beer Week and Time Out, Strong Rope Brewery has solidified its position among the top breweries in Brooklyn. That’s all thanks to Jason Sahler, the head brewer, and his wife, who own and operate the brewery. Strong Rope Brewery is a popular hangout in the Gowanus neighborhood."

"Everything at Strong Rope Brewery, including every hop, malt, cherry, and grain of wheat, is from New York State. Plus, this Gowanus spot has a covered sidewalk patio where you can BYO-food and learn more about northeastern grain regions on a sunny Saturday afternoon. View this post on Instagram"

"The hands-on, inclusive nature of the NY-Sci is designed specifically for teaching kids’ skills related to science, technology, engineering, and math – the STEM disciplines. Engage with the museum’s 450 exhibits, and find out if you’ve got a future scientist on your hands. Activities for tiny tots investigate creatures in the city, teach how to make crayons and tinker with all sorts of design and building ideas."

"The New York Hall of Science is a spectacular museum for families. It is located in Queens, NY, and has enough exhibits to keep kids of all ages occupied for hours. The museum has many interactive and educational exhibits, areas to build and create, a 3-D movie theater, mini-golf, and a huge science playground!"

"The New York Hall of Science is also here, and great for little kids if you happen to be schlepping them around with you – or if you’re a kid at heart. You could also check out the Queens Botanical Garden here if you are so inclined!"

"One of the world's largest natural history museums with more than 33 million specimens and exhibits, the AMNH educates and entertains visitors, keeping them busy for quite some time. It would seem impossible to top the already-existing exhibits at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) but last year one more must-see colossal cast of a 122-foot-long dinosaur moved in to its home on the fourth floor. Forty-five permanent exhibit halls including the Rose Center for Earth and Space, the Hayden Planetarium, as well as galleries for temporary exhibitions, one of the most fascinating, "Mummies" will be on display through mid-January, 2018."

"The American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) is one of the biggest natural history museums in the world, spanning 26 interconnected buildings. Founded in 1869, AMNH has 45 permanent exhibition halls, as well as a planetarium and library. The museum’s collection contains more than 34 million specimens of plants, fossils, animals, minerals, rocks, meteorites and human remains."

"Situated in walkable distance from The Highline and the Flatiron Building in Chelsea lies Pura Vita Super—not a vegan ice cream shop, but a gelato shop. Founded by a brother-sister duo from Italy, this little gelateria scoops dairy-free, housemade gelato and sorbets in flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, pistachio, and mango, all of which are made from either a coconut milk, oat milk, or real fruit base. I tried the chocolate, with an oat milk base."

"After discovering their grandfather’s ice cream recipe book, two brothers opened Max and Mina’s in 1997. Since then, the Queens spot has been serving inventive ice cream flavors that include everything from pickles to blueberry pancakes. The duo is also known to draw inspiration from different types of cereal—for both the aesthetic of their shop and the flavors of their ice cream—with some of their latest menu offerings being Cinnamon Toast Crunch Rugelach and Strawberry Cap’n Crunch Berries."

"Find 5,000 flavors at this Flushing family-owned institution open since 1997. Very unusual flavors run the gamut from cranberry vodka and French toast to lox and pizza. Traditional flavors are there, too, in the dense, chewy ice cream, all of which is kosher."

"The dish: Italian iceThe origins of Italian ice in the NYC area date back to more than a century ago, when it was created by Italian immigrants in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Initially inspired by the icy Italian dessert, granita, Italian ice is less coarse, and typically made with water, sugar, and fruit. The frozen treat has long roots in the five boroughs, and Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices & Ice Cream in Staten Island is one of the company’s that’s been in operations the longest."

"Spicy Moon works with all the same vegetables and seasonings found in traditional Chinese restaurants, simply excluding the animal protein. Vegetable dumplings, wontons, and spring rolls cover the basics, while more inventive bites like General Tso’s mushrooms and "honey" walnut edamame nuggets show off Spicy Moon’s individuality. Still, the spicy spring roll dipping sauce is the true seductress—taste for yourself and see.How to order:East Village: Via Caviar, Delivery.com, DoorDash, Grubhub, Postmates, Seamless, Uber EatsWest Village: Via Caviar, Delivery.com, DoorDash, Grubhub, Seamless"

"Spicy Moon is a Szechuan spot in the West Village that’s also vegan. So if you’re looking for vegan dan dan noodles and mapo tofu, this is the place. When you place your order online, you’ll also have the option of getting some beer."

"Created by an alum of Han Dynasty, Spicy Moon specializes in spicy food. My favorite was the spicy wonton in chili oil, the dan dan noodles with beyond meat, the cumin tofu, and edamame tofu nugget with walnuts."

"Located in Soho, The Butcher's Daughter is known for their healthy juices created by their very own 'Head Juiceologist'. The restaurant is bright, airy, and filled with plants. It's the perfect place to relax on a Sunday and get brunch."