December 23, 2011
I’ve done quite a bit of business at Defiant in the past few years, so it’s time to rate the place. Basically it’s a long bar in the middle of a working brewery. It’s not exactly swank, but there’s a certain charm in that. Staff is busy, but friendly and know their beer quite well. I have drank beers at the bar as well as purchased growlers, bottles and even a keg there and have been pleased by their brews. As far as the food, I have only had their cheese tray (it was good). Overall I’d say that this is a pretty cool place. Would like to check it out on a busy night to really get an idea of the atmosphere.

August 13, 2011
Located across from the train station. The place itself is a brewery that is very long with an equally long bar. They now serve bbq, cheese and have a kitchen, though I didn’t order any when I was there. Great beers, super friendly staff, good prices, growlers, cash only. I’ll definitely be back for more!

August 4, 2009 [ Updated August 5, 2009 ]
the brewery is next to the pearl river train station in a squat cinderblock mini industry truck depot. the operation is right up in your face and you can see the day to day activities that go on in there. the people are decent enough like the beers. the brews are served on a long bar and there is information available to the public as well as opportunity to join the select club of imbibers at the cost of $100. a bit worn down and haggard looking the overall vibe is mediocrity which ain’t half bad huh?!

June 6, 2009
I’m giving this place a 5 for ambiance, just because I felt the whole bare bones motif really adds to the whole experience. I dont need flat screens HDTVs and pretty lights. Im here to drink. Pour me a beer. Loved it.

October 19, 2008
This is as close to having fresh beer as you can possibly get. The place isn’t much, just a long bar with some comfortable stools. Service is friendly and great. It is a nice local place that I have grown to love. The beer comes right out of the tankards! I got my growler and will definitely go back the next time I am in town!

August 10, 2008
Stopped here to pick up some growlers. Just a long, narrow room with high ceilings and no decor to speak of. Pretty industrial looking. Service isn’t bad, it just took very long for the guy to fill two growlers. Also, there’s a bottle list, but you can only drink them there. Why? Beers range from boring to decent. As of now (from what I’ve tried so far) some good offerings are the Farmhouse, and the Stout of War. I just wish we could take the bottles to go as well.

May 7, 2008
Truly one of my very favorite places since moving to NY a year ago. Yes, the decor is bare bones, but the barstools are comfortable, the beer is fresh, and the folks on both sides of the bar are the best people anywhere. Not a massive variety of brews to try at most times, but with the goodness available in the beers, you really don’t care. Very reasonable prices for glasses and growlers, just a nice place to spend an evening. Come by and make a new friend, try a great brew, and have a good time!

May 3, 2008
Walked in at 2 on a Saturday and by 3 there were at least a dozen people in the house. The decor is bare bones, but it seems just right. You get served right out of the conditioning tanks, which is a great touch I think. Service is attentive, intelligent, and just right. Selection was nice with a good variety of different things. It’d be nice if there were smaller bottles available and more tap selections, but it’d also be nice if I was worth $15 million. Whaddya gonna do, ya know? Food is limited to cheese. Overall this is a place to check out. If you want some good beer, you’re a fool to pass it up. I’d go back, and it’s a pain in the ass to get to from Brooklyn.

December 1, 2007
There are cuurently 15 beers that I can recall. Beers are $3.25 per glass and growlers are offered as well. Cheese is currently offered but additional items will be served soon.

April 4, 2007
Neil and Ben are ridiculously gracious and knowledgable hosts that spent a solid two hours with my friend and I, just talking beer and whatnot. There’s no question that these two men love beer and Defiant Brewing Co. They welcomed us like old friends, and we’ll be going back again and again. The beers sampled were all well above average, and the pizza place across the tracks makes some of the best pizza you’ll find anywhere. The food rating is for the pizza, and Neil gets a full five points in ambiance for having the Bennington flag hanging prominently!