Coastline Brewing Company & Pizzeria

Coastline focuses on flavorful, handcrafted beer and approachable wood-fired pizza in a bright, nautical-themed taproom.

Reviewers praise stout collaborations, juicy IPAs and pourable flights alongside thin-crust pies that keep locals coming back.

Service and hospitality get frequent mentions: staff help guide beer choices, accommodate events, and keep the vibe relaxed whether you’re at a family table or on the outdoor patio.

Reviews emphasize consistent bakes and a welcoming, nostalgic room.

Value is solid for shareable pies and grinders.

The kitchen highlights thin-crust, wood-fired pizza — including a celebrated mashed potato pizza topped with bacon, mozzarella, red onion and onion jam — and approachable shareables like Loaded Bacon Tots and pretzels.

Reviewers regularly single out the pizza and beer pairing as a standout.

On the drink side, flights and inventive brews such as the Manmosa and the Maple Donut Stout are frequently recommended, with seltzers and ciders also noted for variety.

Gluten-free pizza is available and praised by guests.

New Haven, Connecticut, holds a unique place in the heart of American pizza culture with its distinct apizza style. This style, pronounced "ah-beets," is known for its thin, chewy crust and coal-fired preparation, originating at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana in 1925. The classic New Haven "plain" pie features tomato sauce, garlic, and pecorino Romano cheese, with mozzarella often considered an optional topping. Apizza's local renown has brought national recognition, with the city proudly claiming the title of "Pizza Capital of the U.S."

Coastline Brewing Company & Pizzeria has carved a niche on the shoreline by balancing well-crafted beer with focused, wood-fired pizza offerings.

The taproom leans into a coastal decor and roomy indoor and outdoor seating, making it a gathering place for families and friends.

Reviewers praise a broad beer lineup — from juicy IPAs and milkshake-style beers to a Maple Donut Stout brewed with a local donut collaborator — and the tasting-friendly format of flights and half pours.



Food receives repeated praise: thin-crust pies, a signature mashed potato pizza loaded with bacon and onion jam, and classic bar snacks like loaded tots and pretzels.

One guest called the pizza “some of the best New England has to offer,” reflecting deep local approval (Peter von Maffei).

Another reviewer summed up the house-made stout succinctly: “maple doughnut is awesome” (Dean Browne), while long-time regular Audrey Dunn wrote, “I would give more stars if I could,” highlighting consistent satisfaction.



Coastline also reads like a community venue — hosts for birthdays, reunions and baby showers — with staff frequently noted for friendly, accommodating service.

Whether you’re chasing a flight of hoppy options, a dessert-inspired stout, or a kid-friendly pizza, Coastline’s blend of beer-first creativity and dependable pizza cooking gives locals a reliable place to gather and taste the shoreline.

Chicago-style deep-dish pizza was born in 1943 at Pizzeria Uno, a creation attributed to Ike Sewell and Ric Riccardo. This robust pizza style features a high-edged crust filled with thick layers of cheese, toppings, and crushed tomatoes, resembling a savory pie more than a traditional pizza. The deep-dish's hearty nature quickly captured the hearts of Chicagoans and tourists alike, establishing itself as a cornerstone of the city's culinary identity and sparking a friendly rivalry with New York's thin-crust tradition.