6 Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Manchester

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A photo of J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury restaurant

1. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

4.9

Exceptional(10619)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Glastonbury

Booked 71 times today

J. Gilbert's is an "upscale casual" steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill. Guests enjoy various cuts of steak, fresh seafood (including award-winning crab cakes) & other house made favorites like the Maytag Blue potato chips & chocolate velvet cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy dinner for two or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. Reservations are highly recommended.

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2. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.5

Awesome(231)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 13 times today

Contemporary, cool and inventive, it has been fashioned by legendary Connecticut restaurateur Richard Rosenthal and executive chef and partner, Chris Torla. Custom. Progressive cross-cultural dishes offer variations of familiar food from around the world. The menu features a collection of tasters, tapas, tequila as well as larger plates and entrées. A new focus on agave spirits has brought new excitement to the restaurant.

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3. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(2711)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 21 times today

The Capital Grille in Hartford is a must-visit steakhouse. Customers rave about the fantastic food, excellent service, and amazing atmosphere. As one reviewer says, 'From the warm and welcoming staff to the outstanding food and elegant ambiance, every aspect exceeded my expectations.' Another praised the 'impeccable service' and 'delicious food.' It's a place where you feel special, from the moment you arrive. Plus, the wine list has over 350 selections! It's the perfect place for any occasion, whether it's a date, a business lunch, or a celebration.

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4. Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield

4.4

Awesome(222)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wethersfield

Booked 53 times today

Sally's Apizza is a popular pizzeria located in Wethersfield, Connecticut. It is the fifth location of the famous Sally's Apizza restaurant in New Haven, Connecticut. Sally's Apizza is known for its thin-crust pizza, which is cooked in a coal-fired oven and topped with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Sally's Apizza Wethersfield also offers a variety of Italian classics, including fried mozzarella, chicken parmesan, salads, calamari, and Calabrian chicken wings. The restaurant has a casual, family-friendly and lively atmosphere that is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

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 Russell Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(196)

Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Hartford

Booked 5 times today

Located in Downtown Hartford, Visitors love the Russell’s interior, which reminds them of an intimate getaway in a classic island hotel. “The Russell should feel like home,” says owner Hugh Russell, “I wanted to create a warm and cozy atmosphere.”Open for, happy hour, dinner, and special events with live entertainment, there’s always a memorable moment to be made at The Russell.

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6 restaurants available nearby

1. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

2. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

3. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4. Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield

5. Tequila Rio

6. The Russell Restaurant

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