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1. The Mill on the River
4.7
Exceptional(2478)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Windsor
Booked 43 times today
The Mill on the River is one of the most picturesque restaurants in Connecticut. With a reputation of excellence for over forty years, it is the flagship restaurant of the Mill Restaurant Group. The Mill on the River is the perfect blend of traditional New England comfort and upscale dining elegance.Featuring an exciting menu of creative, modern American cuisine and an extensive wine and bar menu; The Mill on the River can please even the most discerning diner. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two, a special family celebration, a business meeting, or even a casual evening at the bar, The Mill on the River looks forward to accommodating you! For Parties over 6 please call the us directly. at 860 289 7929.
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2. River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar
4.4
Awesome(3192)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Wethersfield
At River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar, a multi-tiered deck will allow those who wish to dine alfresco a spectacular, panoramic view of the river and the Putnam Bridge. The views are equally sensational from the interior space where every table in the dining room and every seat in the bar enjoy the magnificence of the setting.River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar features Prime Steaks and fabulously prepared Italian food, including house-made fresh pasta, wood-fired artisanal pizzas, locally-sourced seafood, and beautifully handcrafted desserts.
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3. Market Grille
4.7
Exceptional(857)
Price: Moderate
• American • Manchester
Booked 32 times today
Market Grille in Manchester, Connecticut is a nice combination between an upscale eatery and a casual restaurant. You can meet your coworkers there for drinks just as easily as you could bring your child to Market Grille for their birthday. The menu is mostly modern American cuisine, but there is also an extensive wine and beer list.The four-cheese lasagna at Market Grille is very good. Two other very popular entrees here are the classic fish and chips and the stuffed domestic pork chop. If you like seafood, the raw bar here will not disappoint. Every day, fresh oysters of all varieties are offered.
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4. Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Manchester
4.3
Awesome(126)
Price: Moderate
• American • South Windsor
Booked 11 times today
Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
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5. Tequila Rio
3.9
Excellent(236)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Wethersfield
Tequila Rio: Mexican Cantina, is located in the CBS Building in Wethersfield, alongside its sister restaurant, River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar. When weather permits, diners will be seated literally feet from the bank of the Connecticut River, offering sweeping, panoramic, and unparalleled views. The menu was created by a well-known New York celebrity Mexican Chef and features authentic Mexican dishes.Our mouthwatering meals include tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, grilled salmon, and filet mignon with chimichurri sauce. See the full menu here. We also offer a full cocktail menu and the best frozen margaritas in Connecticut.Tequila Rio is becoming the go-to place when your appetite runs South of the Border.
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6. The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar
4.5
Awesome(80)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newington
Booked 21 times today
The Flying Monkey- a local business offering authentic fusion cuisine, in an inviting atmosphere Featuring acclaimed Jazz and Blues artists to enhance your dining experienceLet Your Monkey Fly!Established 2016.
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7. Artisan - West Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(1689)
Price: Expensive
• American • Hartford
Booked 22 times today
ARTISAN celebrates the theme of craftsmanship, combining 18th Century classic Scandinavian design with New England-inspired farm-to-table seasonal cuisine, artfully prepared by Executive Chef and Partner Frederic Kieffer.PLEASE NOTE THAT OUTSIDE TABLES ARE RESERVED UPON REQUEST BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.If you have reserved a table outdoors, please be advised that in the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate your party inside at the same reservation time, however we cannot guarantee a table inside at the same exact time and may need to adjust the reservation time accordingly.PLEASE CALL 860.937.2525 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS
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8. Pond House Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(2724)
Price: Moderate
• Fusion / Eclectic • Hartford
Booked 22 times today
Nestled on the pond in historic Elizabeth Park the Pond House is surrounded by gardens & offers four seasons of charm with a menu to match. Changed seasonally we offer eclectic comfort food that reflects the down to earth but playful spirit of our staff. Announce Spring's arrival with a walk through the park followed by brunch on the patio. Stop and smell the world famous roses then linger over dinner as sun slowly sets over the trees. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch & Take out. The Pond House Cafe- stylish, fun & playful.
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9. Harvest Wine Bar-West Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(277)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Hartford
Booked 29 times today
West Hartford is the fourth location for Harvest Wine Bar. While it is the first restaurant for the Harvest Group located in the 860, guests will see the familiar style of exposed brick, reclaimed wood and large windows that make Harvest so warm and welcoming. Guests will be transported from the hustle and bustle of downtown West Hartford to the elegance and charm of this family owned restaurant. Don't forget to check out everyone favorite brussels sprout salad over mouth watering Rizzuto cake or our freshly house made pasta! Extensive wine list from all your favorite regions Outdoor tables are first come first serve - Request can not be guaranteed.
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10. Republic - Bloomfield
4.6
Exceptional(653)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Bloomfield
Booked 27 times today
Located in Bloomfield, Connecticut, Republic serves American cuisine with an inventive flair in a gastropub setting. The restaurant has a full bar that features a wide selection of craft beers. Republic offers daily happy hour specials, takeout and catering services. Start out with an order of hummus or bacon-wrapped dates at Republic. Then choose from a menu full of creative options like the eggplant burger, the bacon and apple flatbread and the miso-maple glazed salmon. The restaurant also has a gluten-free menu that includes items like the Peruvian roasted chicken and the Philly cheesesteak sandwich served on a gluten-free roll.

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