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1. The Charles - Wethersfield

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4.5

Awesome(1712)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Wethersfield

Booked 36 times today

Vintage Feel, Modern Taste – Welcome to The CharlesLocated in the historic Old Wethersfield, CT, The Charles blends timeless charm with contemporary cuisine. Whether you're dropping in for a craft cocktail and small bite at the bar, enjoying a fireside dinner, hosting a business meeting in our state-of-the-art Board Room, or celebrating a special occasion in our private dining room, The Charles offers an experience for every guest.As we proudly celebrate 5 years in June 2025, The Charles has earned over 70 awards for excellence in culinary innovation, beverage programs, service, ambiance, and community involvement.Come see why The Charles continues to be a local favorite and a destination dining experience.CT Magazine's 2025 Best RestaurantsStatewide Finalist▪ Business Lunch▪ Most Romantic▪ Wine SelectionStatewide Runner-Up▪ American New▪ Fine DiningHartford County Winner▪ American New▪ Fine Dining▪ Most RomanticCRA (2022)Best Restaurant – North Region

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

4.9

Exceptional(10626)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Glastonbury

Booked 83 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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3. Max Fish - Glastonbury

4.7

Exceptional(358)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Glastonbury

Booked 29 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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4. 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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5. The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar

4.5

Awesome(107)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Newington

Booked 11 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.

6. Salt + Lime

3.9

Excellent(144)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Hartford

Booked 5 times today

Located on Park Road, Salt + Lime Mexican Cantina aims to bring the best Mexicancomfort food and a wonderful bar atmosphere. We look forward to serving you!

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7. Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield

4.4

Awesome(226)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wethersfield

Booked 26 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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8. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(287)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 9 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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9. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(2712)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 29 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.

10. 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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New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great atmosphere along with excellent service from Chloe!
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Max Fish - GlastonburyPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Glastonbury
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SophieVIP
Greater Boston •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our Server, Lizabeth, was perfect: attentive, helpful, but didn’t hover. Had a fantastic bottle of Belle Glos Pinot Noir, and everyone helped us celebrate our birthdays in style!
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The Capital Grille - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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4.8
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Madeline
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The Charles never disappoints . We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience!
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The Charles - WethersfieldPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Wethersfield
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4.5
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AdamVIP
Atlanta •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
My server was amazing. She was so attentive and kind to just a party of 1!
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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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AndreaVIP
Greater Boston •51 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 2, 2025
Food was under seasoned but the space is very pretty and a beautiful view.
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River: A Waterfront Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wethersfield
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4.2

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