Down The Hatch

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292 Candlewood Lake Rd
Brookfield, CT 06804
Down The Hatch is Candlewood Lake's only waterfront restaurant located in Brookfield, CT. Come by boat, car or sea plane and experience our casual, fun and friendly atmosphere. You will feel like you're on vacation the minute you step ashore, see the beautiful views, and grab a cool tasty drink. Down the Hatch is famous for its outdoor lakeside dining area, great food and good times. We also have a formal dining room that is open part of the season which is available for parties and corporate functions. Down The Hatch is open from 11:30 a.m., serving lunch and dinner. with the bar staying open until 12a.m. Our season begins in May and ends in September. Down The Hatch is a great place to bring the family because parents relax while kids enjoy our kids' menu and waterfront atmosphere. If you are looking for fun spot with good food, good friends and good times, you've found it. There is always a party at Down The Hatch. See you soon.

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Erin A.
7/21/2025

Great view. Fun to pull the bot up when on the water. The truffle fries were delicious. The rest of the food was just OK but the ambience made up for it. Good frozen drinks. The kids all got...

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Mel C.
8/18/2025

Relaxing, vacation feel. We loved it here! We went on a Friday in August around 1pm and had a 20 minute wait. That was no problem as we grabbed a drink at the bar first. I went with two...

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Lisa A.
8/5/2025

Great view of the lake. Their fried clam platter is delicious. We also got the Boom Boom shrimp tacos. Will definitely go back.

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John M.
8/9/2024

Always a pretty setting, eclectic crowd, fun bar, with boat access. On a pretty spring or fall day it's a nice way to greet the season. Summer rocks with music as well.

Nicole L.
7/13/2025

The food and services were decent. The atmosphere was nice, but the owner was unpleasant. She was very rude to the children in the group that were with us and completely disrespectful to my son...

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