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Founders House Pub & Patio, Milford, CT

Founders House Pub & Patio

4.6 (654)
$31 to $50
American
117 Broad St, Milford, CT 06460

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
WELCOME TO FOUNDERS HOUSE PUB AND PATIO ON THE HISTORIC MILFORD GREEN

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Milford
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 654 people are saying

Founders House Pub & Patio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Haven

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founders House Pub & Patio offers a "wonderful" dining experience with standout dishes like hot scallops, risotto, and pan-seared salmon. Guests appreciate the "excellent" service and inviting ambiance, perfect for special occasions. While some visits can be slow, the "outstanding" food and "warm and inviting" atmosphere make it a top choice.
654 Reviews
  1. John

    Connecticut1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an enjoyable experience!! Food and drink were great! Service was excellent and ambience was top notch! Love the room they put our larger party in. Highly recommended this restaurant if you’re looking for something for a special occasion.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Alexandra

    Virginia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful hot scallops and risotto dish! Great bread and service

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  3. Suzanne VIP

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the sole over pasta with a lemon sauce. I really tried to enjoy the meal but I had to add a lil bit salt and more black pepper. Unfortunately it didn't help. The buttered rolls, drink and the key lime pie was better than my main meal. 🤦‍♀️ Service was fast and great! The ambiance was nice. ☺️

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  4. Chuck VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Been here many times and try very hard to like this restaurant but we finally have to give up. When you get more bad meals than good one there is a problem with the kitchen. Staff here is usually okay . The bartender works her tail off waiting tables while tending bar so service can be slow if your there before 5:00. Oh well, we tried.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Geoff VIP

    Scranton / Poconos29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. My wife had burger, I had the stuffed shrimp. Tasted good. Decent price. Tables on the smaller side. The kids loved the burger and chicken tenders. Our friend raved about the white cosmo.

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  6. Ursula VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the ambiance in the bar area! The pan seared salmon and crab cake were excellent!

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  7. Deborah

    Baltimore / Maryland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated immediately Which I was surprised on a Sat Night even with our reservation! Our server was very pleasant, and food service was fast. We have a few picky eaters but there was something for everyone! We were visiting from PA for daughters Graduation next time in area will defiantly visit again!!

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  8. Eric

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I have been to Founders a handful of times and have had good experiences, but last night they simply just fell short. The restaurant wasn't overly busy, but service was very slow. For a table of four, it took over two hours to get through our meal. At one point, we were quite possibly the only people left in the restaurant, and there was a long wait to get our check, and then another 10-15 minute wait between getting the check and the server coming back to run our cards. Everything just moved slow. In addition, my friend ordered a burger medium-well, and it came medium-rare. He asked if they could fix it, and despite him cutting the entire burger in half, they still just threw the same burger back on the grill and put it back together on a new bun. Mind you, we had all basically finished our dinners before the server made her way back to the table to check on us to even give my friend a chance to order a new burger, so that was rough as well. The manager (I think?) came over and told us they comped the burger, but that felt off as she sounded more frustrated and dismissive rather than apologetic. Again, I have very much liked my previous visits here in the past, and I was excited to show my friends this place, as we have done monthly dinners over the past 15 years (135 dinners done and scored). Sadly, they all said they would not go back. I'm writing it off as a bad night and hopefully the next visit is better.

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  9. Felice VIP

    Greater Boston187 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an outstanding Mother’s Day dinner; all the food was terrific, and our server, Tania, is seriously the best in the business! See you soon!

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  10. Kelsey

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks! Had the thick cut bacon app, King Crab Legs meal and the bone in NY strip. Would recommend all of these!

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FAQs

Founders House Pub & Patio offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 693-2912.

Founders House Pub & Patio is rated 4.6 stars by 654 OpenTable diners.

Founders House Pub & Patio does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 11 times today
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117 Broad St, Milford, CT 06460

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Milford
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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