November 14, 2009
My wife and I had lunch at Trap Rock today. Started with the cauliflower soup. It was so awful I had to send it back. Then I had the crabcake sandwich for $13.95 and my wife had the scallop special for $14.95. Know how many scallops you get for $14.95? Just 3. The crabcake was so small it only filled half the McDonalds sesame bun it was on. The coleslaw was swimming mayonaise and everything, crabcakes, scallops and especially the french fries was too salty. The beers we tried were an IPA, rye pale ale, and the Belgian blonde and were acceptable but boring. They have a light hand on the hops and take no chances. No flaws in the beers, but nothing to make them stand out. And did I mention the short pours in the small glasses? All in all it was one of the absolute worst dining experiences I’ve ever had. DANGER, THIS PLACE IS A RIP OFF.

August 22, 2009
Nice cozy place. Reminded me of a lodge, lots of wood, which is a plus in my book. They had 8 on tap the day I went but the cask was unavailable. The food was pricier than I expected but I was mostly there for the beer and the company..both of which were awesome. The servers are professional, maybe a bit over the top at times but they know their shit. Can’t wait to go again.

May 31, 2009
Nice small brewpub. Upscale atmosphere. Food was a bit pricey. Beer was very good. I tried a sampler and enjoyed them all except the session beer. They had a real nice barley wine on tap as well. Staff was great. We were served a complimentary appetizer platter because we were there on a slower night. Can’t wait to visit it again.

January 23, 2009
Great place to bring a date. Warm cozy atmosphere and lost of great unique beers to try...all of which are made on premise. The bartenders are great, servers are wonderful, even the guys in the parking lot are awesome.

July 30, 2008
Went out to finally visit this place. The interior is nice, a light mix of rustic with simple/plain yet elegant. Low ceilings, nice long bar, and a dining area with large windows but covered with trees on the other side. Its an ’upscale brewpub. Lots and lots of wine here, which is actually better than the beer. I have been told some of the beer is contract brewed by High Point, which could explain the awesome pils. Unfortunately, the other beers ranged from ok to undrinkable. A good amount of taps, 8 and a cask. I was upset that the bartender gave me an IPA to go rather than the wonderful Pils I asked for. Food was amazing, had the pizza and loved it. A bit pricey, stop by if you are in the area.

July 26, 2008
This past week I had to go to the Doctor and have my truck in the shop in the same day. I was feeling better since the Doc ruled out a few things with universal certanity, but the truck ended up costing me a pretty penny. So to cheer myself up, I took the short two mile drive to Trap rock since I was in the neighborhood and figured that it would be nice and quiet for a Wednesday afternoon. The interior is wood, and lots and lots of it. It added to the coziness. The place was jammed with follks.....drinking wine. The wine selection was quite impressive 35+ behind the long bar. Eight beers on tap (including the one on cask) is a feat that is impressive since the entire resturant is on the smaller side. I sat at the bar and had a burger and a beer for $15. The barmaid was also serving tables. I will stop again since the garage beckons.

March 10, 2008 [ Updated March 12, 2008 ]
I love this place. A bit on the small side but it makes it a little cozy. The beers are great, probably the best brew pub in New Jersey. They usually have 4 main stay brews and 4 rotating seasonals. I have never been disappointed with their beer and try to make it there every time they change. The food is outstanding with a pub menu that I could eat every day. Although it’s a bit trendy and pricey it’s well worth it.

October 9, 2007
A rather fancy place in an upscale building in the middle of a country road where you would not expect a brewpub. Clean, well-dressed patrons and employees. Feeling rather upscale, I would not feel comfortable to just sit inside to have a drink. The food menu is great and inspired though. They had 8 beers on tap and they were amongst the best I’ve had in a New Jersey brewpub and you can fall on interesting seasonals if you’re lucky. Some are dull of course, but all are well-brewed. The service is careful, professional and rather formal, but they ended up giving me 2 samples of the beers I had not tried for free. A bit on the expensive side, but the quality came with it. I’d eat here again and be happy to come back when I’m next in the area. This would be one of my first beery stop in NJ and expecting a good meal. Do not expect a pub where you’ll spend hours though, but you could sit at your dining table with friends for 2-3 hours, but you’ll likely have to drive out.

January 8, 2007
Overall, i like my bars to be more "divey" so trap rock already had negative points. Nothing against the place, just not my style. I found the food to be a bit on the expensive side. Again, not my type of place. Beer was good, but i’d rather have some actual begian beer, not just belgian styles. The original brewer here knew beer much better than the current one, also.

January 23, 2006
True dat ... yup it can be expensive. Fine looking place, a nice decor and atmosphere to match. Definitely not your local corner tavern or pub so buyer beware. Food is quite eclectic and interesting. The beers are pretty solid too. Adds a new twist to the brew pub concept. Bring your best gal for a nice night on the town.