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1. The Mill on the River

4.8

Exceptional(2349)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Windsor

Booked 35 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. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

4.8

Exceptional(10258)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Glastonbury

Booked 82 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.

3. Market Grille

4.5

Awesome(812)

Price: Moderate

• American • Manchester

Booked 7 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.

4. Nutmeg Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(133)

Price: Moderate

• American • East Windsor

Booked 1 time today

Nutmeg is dining at its best, in a perfect setting. We feature continental foods such as Rack of Lamb, Veal Oscar, Steaks, Chops, Seafood and many other wonderful dishes. Please come in and visit us.

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5. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(107)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 38 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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6. Max Fish - Glastonbury

4.7

Exceptional(148)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Glastonbury

Booked 47 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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7. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.9

Exceptional(2569)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 47 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.

8. Tosca

4.7

Exceptional(328)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Suffield

Booked 15 times today

Tosca is a contemporary restaurant that serves both old school and modern seasonally inspired Italian and French influenced cuisine. Owner-chef Kevin Cousin and Sous Chef Rebecca Bates supervises a creative menu dominated by a nice range of Italian dishes and seafood entrees. All desserts and Pastas are freshly crafted.Visit for dinner and enjoy a savory dish of pan-seared salmon, or order the Bolognese alla Tosca for an appealing pasta dish that takes you to Bologna Italy.Fresh cuts of meat such as Black Garlic Sirloin or Today's Special .Finish off with a classic Vanilla bean Crème Brûlée.Or our famous Salted-Caramel ice cream.Tosca also boasts a nicely stocked bar and an outdoor patio that provides a scenic dining option during the warmer months.Craft seasonal Cocktails,New Specials daily and weekly . The restaurant’s casual and upscale vibe and intimate ambiance provides a welcoming backdrop for a spur-of-the moment dinner or a romantic date. Reservations encouraged.

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9. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(88)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 22 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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10. Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Manchester

4.3

Awesome(120)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Windsor

Booked 3 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.