The best spots for crispy wings and cold craft beer across Maine, Boston & New Hampshire
Summer 2027 Trip PlannerCharming harbour town β brewpubs with serious local craft beer
A Kennebunkport landmark since 1973 β now in its 4th generation of family ownership. Classic pub feel right on Dock Square. Award-winning New England clam chowder, Maine lobster rolls (featured on Food Network & Travel Channel), and 26 rotating local craft beers.
Dog-friendly brewery with a gorgeous covered porch and patio. Rotating small-batch Maine craft beers β the seasonal releases are worth timing your visit around. 5-star ratings and 35K Instagram followers.
Beautiful beach town β voted Maine's hottest restaurant destination
Voted Hottest Restaurant in Maine by Eater β a dog-friendly outdoor gastro-pub and beer garden just outside Ogunquit village. Creative, fresh food for all ages with rare and hard-to-find craft beers, local wines and hand-crafted cocktails. 92% recommendation rate from 500+ Facebook reviews.
Praised for their jerk chicken wings and naked wings β both fresh and beautifully seasoned. Rare and rotating craft beer selection on tap. Nashville hot chicken, bang bang shrimp and Ogunquit fries are also crowd favourites.
Right in the heart of Ogunquit village since 2012 β stone oven pizza paired with 16 rotating Maine craft beers on tap. Cosy fire-pit patio, scratch-made everything, and a 94% recommendation rate from 1,359 Facebook reviews.
The go-to for craft beer in Ogunquit β all 16 taps are Maine-brewed, carefully curated and rotating. While the star is the stone oven pizza (try the Buffalo Chicken or Lobster), it's the best beer list in town and a perfect stop before or after wings elsewhere.
Big-city craft beer scene β wings in historic neighbourhoods
Housed in a cavernous converted bus garage with a 40-foot copper bar, live music and a huge outdoor patio. A South Boston institution β lively, inclusive and great fun. Dogs welcome on the patio.
20+ Castle Island beers on tap including flagship Keeper IPA and Candlepin Pale Ale. Wings and bar pizza from in-house partner Bardo's β the garlic honey wings are the crowd favourite.
A beloved Charlestown neighbourhood tavern steps from Bunker Hill. Exposed brick, a crackling wood-fire, creative comfort food and a great rotating craft beer list. Time Out Boston gives it 4 out of 5 stars.
Famous for their wood-fired rosemary & lemon chicken wings β slow-roasted then finished in a wood oven. Braised short rib, brick-oven pizza and rotating New England craft taps complete the picture.
Home to the largest beer selection in Boston β 113 taps and 380 bottle/can options. Casual, unpretentious and perfect for spending a whole afternoon exploring. The go-to stop for any serious beer lover visiting the city.
Classic wings and pub grub to anchor the experience. The real draw is the beer list β this is where you go to try craft beers from across New England and beyond.
Scenic fishing village β craft beer with a farm-to-table twist
A one-of-a-kind experience β cosy Old English tavern pub with a summer beer garden, bocce, cornhole and ring toss outside. Their motto is "farm-to-table" and they mean it: flaming skillet dishes, wood-fired pizzas and locally sourced ingredients. 4.5 stars from 542 reviews. Open WedβSun from 3pm.
Multiple reviewers have called these the "Best wings EVER!!" β and the small-batch craft beers brewed on-site back them up beautifully. IPAs are a particular standout. Wood-fired pizza is also a must.
One of Boothbay Harbor's most atmospheric spots β a classic inn pub with an Old English feel and a lovely shaded summer terrace. Open year-round, which makes it especially handy for an early or late-season visit when other spots may be closed.
Solid pub menu with wings and bar bites, paired with a good local craft beer selection. A cosy retreat after a day on the water β the fireplace inside is a bonus on cooler evenings.
Mountains meet the sea β harbour views with your pint
Right on Camden Harbour β spectacular waterfront views from the top patio. Founded in Camden in 1993, Sea Dog is one of Maine's most beloved craft breweries. Lively atmosphere, free live music on weekends and legendary Happy Hour with $3 pints and $5 wings. Open daily 11amβ9pm.
A Camden institution steps from the harbour β three floors of bar fun with a renovated back porch, an upstairs bar with jukebox, pool tables and ping-pong, and a ground-floor dining room. Unpretentious, lively and beloved by locals and visitors alike.
Classic pub menu with wings, sandwiches and brick oven pizza. A full bar with good local beer options. The kind of place you end up staying much longer than planned β especially when there's live sport on.
Gateway to Acadia β Maine craft beer at its finest
Top pick in Bar Harbor for wings + craft beer. Prime spot on Main Street with great outdoor seating. Casual, family-friendly and buzzing all summer. They even have lobster on tap!
Brewing since 1990 β one of Maine's oldest craft breweries, set on a beautiful 19th-century farmstead outside town. Free tours daily at 2, 3 & 4pm (about 35 mins including tasting). A true Bar Harbor institution.
Famous Maine blueberry ale and rotating seasonals brewed on-site. Duck wings and charcuterie boards pair brilliantly after a day in Acadia. Also visit Atlantic Brewing Midtown (52 Cottage St) for rare small-batch pilot beers.
Historic seaport β an outstanding craft beer scene for a small city
A Portsmouth institution β exposed brick, loads of TVs for sport, and over 100 beers on tap. One of the best taphouses in New England. 4.4 stars from 2,200+ reviews β open daily 11:30am.
Wings are hickory wood-smoked then flash-fried to crispy perfection. Choose grilled or sauced β Korean BBQ, buffalo and California-style. Ask for two sampler trays and work through the 100+ tap list.
A hidden gem in historic downtown Portsmouth β rustic old-workshop vibe, a beautiful beer garden with a stunning mural, and the most unusual beers you'll find anywhere. 4.7 stars from 1,085 reviews.
Specialises in gruit ales β ancient-style beers brewed with lemon verbena, ginger & herbs instead of hops. A genuine one-of-a-kind experience. Full bar and pub food. Open ThuβSun from noon.
One of Portsmouth's most beloved local breweries β relaxed, creative and firmly rooted in the community. Consistently top-rated on Yelp for craft beer on the NH Seacoast. The kind of place you go in for one and stay for four.
Rotating creative small-batch ales and IPAs brewed in-house. Great pub snacks to match. Follow their social pages for tap release announcements β each new batch goes fast.