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Address:
2095 Berlin Turnpike
Newington, CT 06111

Neighborhood:
Newington

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $30 and under

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Fat and Happy Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.fatandhappyct.com
Email: info@fatandhappyct.com
Phone: (860) 436-3550
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Executive Chef: Joseph Rinaldi
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Entertainment: Come in, relax and enjoy your favorite cocktail, or one of our many beers on tap. If you’re looking to watch your favorite sports team, we have the TV's for you! Here you will find Direct TV sports packages as well as Pay Per View Events. If live music is what you looking for, we have that as well in our lounge. Come on in and enjoy the Fat & Happy experience.

Getting there

Cross Street: Route 175
Parking: Private Lot
Parking Details: Parking is plentiful.

A word from Fat and Happy

Welcome, we are very excited to have you visit us. Fat & Happy Bar and Restaurant is about an experience with friends, family, or colleagues. We specialize in creating a world class service experience which includes creative menu offerings, full bar service, and events to engage you at a price you… will enjoy.

We invite you to join us in appreciating the moments in life that bring us together & help us all to feel prosperous.

Fat & Happy…… reserve your table today, you deserve it. Come for a visit…………Stay for a lifetime!Continued

Fat and Happy

3.9

29 $30 and under restaurant

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32 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

32 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

good for groups(10)
neighborhood gem(8)
fit for foodies(6)

romantic(6)
kid-friendly(5)
special occasion(5)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (32)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Third visit, and continues

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2012

Dined on 04/08/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Third visit, and continues to improve. Very good. Very "fat & happy"

Thanks! The special holiday menus (St. Patricks day & Easter) were a hit for me & my friends/family."

Dined on 04/08/2012

2012

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

They offer a variety of foods

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/16/2012

2012

Dined on 03/16/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"They offer a variety of foods that are different from other restaurants (like a modern twist on sloppy joe). There are comfort foods, as well as some more fancy dishes. I think there would be something on the menu for a group of people with different tastes. When I was there there was a band playing in the bar, so it was a bit noiser than usual I suspect, but it didn't hinder our conversation or dining at all. Nice date restaurant...the lighting is low with a candle on each table."

Dined on 03/16/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a very good experience

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/04/2012

2012

Dined on 03/04/2012

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We had a very good experience with the wait staff. They were personable and accommodating. The restuatarant was not busy at the time that we were there but the service was slow. Wait time seemed to be long keeping in mind that the restaurant was not busy."

Dined on 03/04/2012

2012

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Fat & Happy more like Slim & Sad

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/03/2012

2007

Dined on 03/03/2012

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This was my second visit to Fat & Happy and I encountered the same situation. Food portions were much smalller than expected (i.e., order calamari and it appeared that half the plate was missing food on it). As for atmosphere, they should rename the place to dark and slimming. The booths are all black, ceiling black, carpet a dark brown - when "Fat & Happy" comes to mind I think of light hearted, large portions and vibrant color of which this place does not demonstrate."

Dined on 03/03/2012

2007

Special Features: kid-friendly

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Much nicer and better food

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Much nicer and better food than expected! We were more than pleasantly surprised! Waitress was delightful and helpful. Will definitely come again, and will bring our friends!"

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

This was our second visit

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/25/2012

2004

Dined on 02/25/2012

2004

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This was our second visit to Fat & Happy. Food was very good both time. Unfortunately our services wasn't as good. Some how we ended up getting the same waitress both times. Slow to take our order, get our drinks, etc. Once our food was servered, we never saw her again until she came to give us our bill. Based on what I saw, both times, I would not say that this is the norm with the staff, as several of the wait staff were very attentative to thier guest. We probably will not return."

Dined on 02/25/2012

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Poutin can't be had anywhere

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/24/2012

2012

Dined on 02/24/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Poutin can't be had anywhere in CT. That's the reason we chose this restaurant. Lived up to my expectations. Would dine there again."

Dined on 02/24/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I've been to F&H before and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/24/2012

2010

Dined on 02/24/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I've been to F&H before and had a relatively good experience. Went before a show at the Bushnell on an early Friday night. Restaurant wasn't too busy, received excellent service, and was pleasantly surprised by dinner. Ordered an appetizer off their specials (Garlic infused bread w/ BC dipping sauce - delicious!) and was craving a steak so ordered their 6 oz Filet w/ mashed potatoes and asparagus. I'm a self-declared steak snob, I only order Filet Mignon, and it's usually at J. Gilberts, so I was somewhat hesitant but our waiter (who is always our server and always great) assured me that it was pretty good. A smidgen over cooked (I ordered med rare) but delicious! My fruity martini was fantastic as well. Will return! :)"

Dined on 02/24/2012

2010

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were pleasantly surprised

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/17/2012

2011

Dined on 02/17/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We were pleasantly surprised despite some of the previous reviews. The calamari appetizer was the best I ever had - very tender, lightly fried, and tasty accompaniments. Our meals, the shepard's pie and blackened scallops, were delicious. The tall booths allowed for private conversation. The only criticism is that the price of the dinners don't match the quantity as compared to other restaurants in the area. All in all, we would definitely visit again."

Dined on 02/17/2012

2011

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service was friendly but slow

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/12/2012

2010

Dined on 02/12/2012

2010

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service was friendly but slow and the food was bad. They were out of an appetizer special even though the restaurant was empty. My fish from my fish and chips order was bland and soggy and the burger was low grade beef with no flavor at all. The poutine fries used shredded cheese instead of cheese curds and the gravy was not very good. I will not return."