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

4.9

Exceptional(10592)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Glastonbury

Booked 94 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. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(2699)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 53 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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3. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(271)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 35 times today

Located right in downtown Hartford since 1996, Max Downtown continues to add to all that the city has to offer with its legendary service, food and drink selection. Max Downtown has won a number of awards including Connecticut Magazine's Best for Overall Excellence, Hartford Magazine's Best Power Lunch Spot, Best for Business Entertaining and Best Wine List; has been featured in the Hartford Courant's Great Steaks: The State's Sizzling Best and was rated "Don't Miss" by the New York Times.With a significant list of vintage and non-vintage wines stored in-house, Max Downtown is excited to additionally offer its stunning wine mezzanine as a focal point. Our selection is bound to have the perfect accompaniment for your occasion whether it’s by the glass or by the bottle.If spirits are more your style, Max Downtown's whiskey bar features a broad selection of international bourbons, ryes, scotches and whiskeys crafted across the globe, from Kentucky to Japan.

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4. Max Fish - Glastonbury

4.7

Exceptional(325)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Glastonbury

Booked 50 times today

Max Fish has been offering high-quality seafood, drinks, and service for over 15 years. Since opening in Glastonbury in 2007, we have been committed to providing exceptional guest experiences and focusing on offering fresh and sustainable seafood dishes on our menu.Our culinary team continues to innovate and offer exciting new menu additions. Whether you're celebrating a special event or just looking for a relaxing night out, Max Fish is the perfect spot.

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5. The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar

4.5

Awesome(89)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Newington

Booked 20 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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6. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(220)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 33 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.

7. Feng Chophouse

4.6

Exceptional(1229)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 21 times today

Feng Chophouse is Downtown Hartford’s premier dining experience. Each time we set our table we invite you to join us for the refinement of fine dining and the flare of a modern casual environment. Our mission is to showcase our passion for service excellence. Whether at the bar, in the cocktail lounge, or any of our dining rooms our Team will delight in the opportunity to provide a full menu experience. We've assembled the most expertly trained Chefs both locally and abroad in order to make every dish at Feng Chophouse one worth remembering. At Feng Chophouse, we've worked tirelessly to find the perfect balance of flavors to satisfy any Guest, from the sushi novice to the most refined palate. Gather with friends and coworkers. Treat a client to lunch or dinner. Enjoy a special occasion with a special someone. However you need to use our space, you’ll find decor, amenities, & furnishings rivaling the most hospitable establishments. Eastern. Western. Downtown.

8. Peppercorns Grill

4.7

Exceptional(2850)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hartford

Booked 6 times today

Peppercorn’s Grill is owned and operated by the Cialfi siblings, Sal and Dino, Brothers Sal and Dino purchased Peppercorn's Grill in 1989 and opened Piccolo Arancio in 1994. This generation of Cialfi's has added modern creativity and personality to traditional strengths of their Italian roots. Sal and Dino were trained in the art of Italian food at their uncle's restaurant in Rome. When the opportunity to open a restaurant arose, they jumped at the opportunity and opened the first Piccolo Arancio in Rome. Piccolo Arancio was internationally acclaimed within their first year. Now operated by their cousins, Piccolo Arancio remains near the Trevi Fountain in Rome. Peppercorn's Grill received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 10 years.

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9. River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar

4.2

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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10. Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield

4.4

Awesome(217)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wethersfield

Booked 37 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.

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Updated on 5/17/2025

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Kathleen
Caribbean •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Started with a special pomegranate margarita. I can say I wasn't thrilled with it but it was okay. I ordered the monkey burger and it was cooked perfectly! Our waitress was very nice and personable.Will definitely go back.
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The Flying Monkey Grill and BarPrice: Expensive• American• Newington
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4.5
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Justin
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had dinner with my fiance and we both are very pleased and impressed. The food was absolutely top notch. Service was impeccable. Had a 6pm reservation was seated 5 min before 6. Was done eating main dinner by 7 Had dessert, coffee and paid check out by 730. Will definitely be back again
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Max Fish - GlastonburyPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Glastonbury
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4.7
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Brian
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was prepared nicely and the service was excellent
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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyPrice: Expensive• Steak• Glastonbury
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4.9
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Princess
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Love my experience and food was great! Our waiter gave us the options for the lunch specials and we all got some really good selections.
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Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.6
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Steven
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our waitress was great, along with the rest of the staff. Food was delicious.
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The Capital Grille - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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4.8

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