Food & Dining in Hartford, Connecticut
Here's your Hartford restaurant guide. It's your starting place for finding food, drink and dining options in the Hartford, Connecticut, area.
The Best Brunches in Connecticut
Connecticut Brunch Places: A guide to the best Sunday brunches at restaurants in Connecticut.
Connecticut Brunch Places: A guide to the best Sunday brunches at restaurants in Connecticut.
Best Places to Dine Outdoors in Greater Hartford
Outdoor dining is always a treat. When the weather turns warm in Connecticut's Greater Hartford area, there are many restaurants that offer outdoor dining, and many even serve up lovely views to go with their wonderful food. Here are my picks for the best places to dine outdoors in Hartford and the surrounding suburbs.
Outdoor dining is always a treat. When the weather turns warm in Connecticut's Greater Hartford area, there are many restaurants that offer outdoor dining, and many even serve up lovely views to go with their wonderful food. Here are my picks for the best places to dine outdoors in Hartford and the surrounding suburbs.
Calling All Wing-a-Lings
Are you crazy about chicken wings? Then there is a place you really need to know about, and the good news is, it's only about a half-hour drive from Hartford.
Are you crazy about chicken wings? Then there is a place you really need to know about, and the good news is, it's only about a half-hour drive from Hartford.
Cheap Eats: 5 Places to Dine for Under $10
These Hartford-area restaurants have great food for cheap prices. If you are looking to eat out and have only $10, here are five places to try in the Hartford, Connecticut, area.
These Hartford-area restaurants have great food for cheap prices. If you are looking to eat out and have only $10, here are five places to try in the Hartford, Connecticut, area.
Churrascaria Braza: Prepare to Feast
Churrascaria Braza Restaurant in Hartford, Connecticut, is an all-you-can-eat, pay-one-price, Brazilian-style steakhouse. In this review, I'll tell you about our dinner at Braza, from the eclectic and extensive salad bar to the 14 different rotisserie-roasted meats that were carved at our table. Choose this unique Hartford restaurant the next time a celebration calls for a true feast.
Churrascaria Braza Restaurant in Hartford, Connecticut, is an all-you-can-eat, pay-one-price, Brazilian-style steakhouse. In this review, I'll tell you about our dinner at Braza, from the eclectic and extensive salad bar to the 14 different rotisserie-roasted meats that were carved at our table. Choose this unique Hartford restaurant the next time a celebration calls for a true feast.
Farm Treats
Connecticut's agricultural past is alive and well at West Simsbury's Tulmeadow Farm, where you can shop for fresh produce and savor ice cream made right at the farm.
Connecticut's agricultural past is alive and well at West Simsbury's Tulmeadow Farm, where you can shop for fresh produce and savor ice cream made right at the farm.
Go East for a Taste of The West at Ted's Montana Grill
Hartford-area residents can head east for a taste of the West now that Ted's Montana Grill has opened in South Windsor, Connecticut, near the Buckland Hills Mall. That's east of the Connecticut River, of course, to the Shops at Evergreen Walk, where you'll find the first New England outpost for this Ted Turner-owned chain of restaurants specializing in bison.
Hartford-area residents can head east for a taste of the West now that Ted's Montana Grill has opened in South Windsor, Connecticut, near the Buckland Hills Mall. That's east of the Connecticut River, of course, to the Shops at Evergreen Walk, where you'll find the first New England outpost for this Ted Turner-owned chain of restaurants specializing in bison.
Hartford Hibachi Restaurants
Sitting around a hibachi table is a fun evening out because you not only enjoy a freshly prepared meal, you also are entertained in the process. Try one of these hibachi restaurants the next time you're planning a special family night out or anytime you're craving an entertaining culinary experience.
Sitting around a hibachi table is a fun evening out because you not only enjoy a freshly prepared meal, you also are entertained in the process. Try one of these hibachi restaurants the next time you're planning a special family night out or anytime you're craving an entertaining culinary experience.
Late Night Dining in Hartford
Worked late? Partied late? If you're hungry in Hartford, Connecticut, here's your late night dining guide. From 24-hour diners to bars that serve light snacks until the wee hours, guest writer Katie Zurlo will help you find a restaurant that's open late in or near Hartford.
Worked late? Partied late? If you're hungry in Hartford, Connecticut, here's your late night dining guide. From 24-hour diners to bars that serve light snacks until the wee hours, guest writer Katie Zurlo will help you find a restaurant that's open late in or near Hartford.
Mayor Mike's Restaurant in Downtown Hartford
Mayor Mike's Restaurant on Asylum Street in downtown Hartford, Connecticut, is the newest venture for former Hartford Mayor Mike Peters. There are many reasons to like Mike's, and in this review, I'll tell you about our Mayor Mike's dining experience.
Mayor Mike's Restaurant on Asylum Street in downtown Hartford, Connecticut, is the newest venture for former Hartford Mayor Mike Peters. There are many reasons to like Mike's, and in this review, I'll tell you about our Mayor Mike's dining experience.
Review: Cruising Connecticut with a Picnic Basket
A review of Cruising Connecticut with a Picnic Basket, a cookbook and guide to the best Connecticut picnic spots by Connecticut author Jan Mann.
A review of Cruising Connecticut with a Picnic Basket, a cookbook and guide to the best Connecticut picnic spots by Connecticut author Jan Mann.
Review: Puerto Vallarta Restaurant
Come along for dinner at West Hartford's Puerto Vallarta Mexican restaurant as we search for the area's best margarita.
Come along for dinner at West Hartford's Puerto Vallarta Mexican restaurant as we search for the area's best margarita.
Sports Bars in Greater Hartford - Top Picks
Looking for a place to grab a bite or a drink and watch the big game? Here's your guide to the best sports bars in Greater Hartford, Connecticut, including downtown Hartford sports bars and a few places sports fans should know about in surrounding Hartford suburbs.
Looking for a place to grab a bite or a drink and watch the big game? Here's your guide to the best sports bars in Greater Hartford, Connecticut, including downtown Hartford sports bars and a few places sports fans should know about in surrounding Hartford suburbs.
Steak Houses in Greater Hartford - Top Picks
Craving steak? Here are your Hartford Guide's picks for the top steak houses in the Greater Hartford area of Connecticut. If you thought you had to go to the Midwest for delicious beef, these restaurants will prove you wrong.
Craving steak? Here are your Hartford Guide's picks for the top steak houses in the Greater Hartford area of Connecticut. If you thought you had to go to the Midwest for delicious beef, these restaurants will prove you wrong.
10 Great First Date Restaurants in Hartford
Congratulations--you've met someone new! First dates can be nerve-wracking. Choose the right setting, though, and you'll get past those initial awkward silences and maybe even stick around to order a dessert to share. Whether you have expensive tastes or prefer a small, cozy place, these 10 Hartford-area restaurants are all good choices for a first date.
Congratulations--you've met someone new! First dates can be nerve-wracking. Choose the right setting, though, and you'll get past those initial awkward silences and maybe even stick around to order a dessert to share. Whether you have expensive tastes or prefer a small, cozy place, these 10 Hartford-area restaurants are all good choices for a first date.
The Traveler Restaurant: Eat Here, Get Free Books
At The Traveler Restaurant in Union, Connecticut, an easy stop off I-84 at exit 74, a unique dining experience awaits. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at The Traveler Restaurant, and you'll get a free book with every meal.
At The Traveler Restaurant in Union, Connecticut, an easy stop off I-84 at exit 74, a unique dining experience awaits. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at The Traveler Restaurant, and you'll get a free book with every meal.
Waiter Wheels Delivers Upscale Meals
Waiter Wheels is a restaurant delivery service that brings food from participating Hartford-area restaurants that normally do not deliver to your door in an hour or less. Participating Hartford, Connecticut, area restaurants include East-West Grille, Taste of India, Murasaki, Effie's Place, Tinker's Seafood, Black-Eyed Sally's, The Pond House Cafe and Chengdu. Here's how to order delivery from Waiter Wheels.
Waiter Wheels is a restaurant delivery service that brings food from participating Hartford-area restaurants that normally do not deliver to your door in an hour or less. Participating Hartford, Connecticut, area restaurants include East-West Grille, Taste of India, Murasaki, Effie's Place, Tinker's Seafood, Black-Eyed Sally's, The Pond House Cafe and Chengdu. Here's how to order delivery from Waiter Wheels.
Japanese Restaurants in Greater Hartford - Top Picks
If you're in the mood for sushi or other Japanese food, here is my opinionated guide to the best Japanese restaurants in the Greater Hartford area of Connecticut.
If you're in the mood for sushi or other Japanese food, here is my opinionated guide to the best Japanese restaurants in the Greater Hartford area of Connecticut.
Active Diner's Hartford Restaurant Guide
This guide from Active Diner lets you search for Hartford area restaurants by cuisine or by town.
This guide from Active Diner lets you search for Hartford area restaurants by cuisine or by town.
Angelico's Restaurant
This family-run New Britain dining establishment has been around for more than 40 years. Lunch and dinner are served, banquet facilities are available, and you don't want to miss their Prime Rib special.
This family-run New Britain dining establishment has been around for more than 40 years. Lunch and dinner are served, banquet facilities are available, and you don't want to miss their Prime Rib special.
Avon Old Farms Inn
Dating to 1757, this Avon restaurant is one of the nation's oldest and a frequent award-winner. It features New American cuisine and a top-notch Sunday brunch.
Dating to 1757, this Avon restaurant is one of the nation's oldest and a frequent award-winner. It features New American cuisine and a top-notch Sunday brunch.
Black-Eyed Sally's
A great menu of cajun food and live blues at one of my favorite Hartford eating establishments.
A great menu of cajun food and live blues at one of my favorite Hartford eating establishments.
Carmen Anthony Fishhouse
You'll find Carmen Anthony Fishhouse restaurants in Avon and Wethersfield. Explore their menu and purchase gift certificates online.
You'll find Carmen Anthony Fishhouse restaurants in Avon and Wethersfield. Explore their menu and purchase gift certificates online.
Max a Mia Ristorante
The Max Restaurant Group's Avon incarnation, Max a Mia, features a diverse Italian menu. Outdoor seating is available when the weather permits.
The Max Restaurant Group's Avon incarnation, Max a Mia, features a diverse Italian menu. Outdoor seating is available when the weather permits.
Max Amore
Max Amore in Glastonbury, part of the Max Restaurant Group, is a consistently excellent place for Italian comfort food.
Max Amore in Glastonbury, part of the Max Restaurant Group, is a consistently excellent place for Italian comfort food.
Max Downtown
Upscale Max Downtown, the crown jewel of the Max Restaurant Group, is a perennial favorite with the pre-theater and pre-concert crowd and a favorite of visiting celebs, too. It's also a good choice for a power lunch.
Upscale Max Downtown, the crown jewel of the Max Restaurant Group, is a perennial favorite with the pre-theater and pre-concert crowd and a favorite of visiting celebs, too. It's also a good choice for a power lunch.
Max's Oyster Bar
Meet executive chef Dan LeRoy and explore the menu of fish and seafood specialties you'll find at this trendy West Hartford dining spot that is part of the Max Restaurant Group.
Meet executive chef Dan LeRoy and explore the menu of fish and seafood specialties you'll find at this trendy West Hartford dining spot that is part of the Max Restaurant Group.
Murasaki Japanese Restaurant
Murasaki has been delighting diners with Japanese favorites in Simsbury since 1990. The restaurant's Web site hasn't been updated in a while, but you can read some old reviews and get an idea of typical menu items.
Murasaki has been delighting diners with Japanese favorites in Simsbury since 1990. The restaurant's Web site hasn't been updated in a while, but you can read some old reviews and get an idea of typical menu items.
Murphy and Scarletti's
This pasta grill and bar in Farmington allows you to browse its complete menu online before making your dinner plans.
This pasta grill and bar in Farmington allows you to browse its complete menu online before making your dinner plans.
Pizza Plus Restaurant
Located on Washington Street in Hartford across from the Connecticut Children's Medical Center, Pizza Plus has been serving pizza and much more for more than 30 years. Outdoor patio dining is available.
Located on Washington Street in Hartford across from the Connecticut Children's Medical Center, Pizza Plus has been serving pizza and much more for more than 30 years. Outdoor patio dining is available.
Tapas
Peruse the menu and weekend specials online for this West Harford eatery that serves Mediterranean cuisine.
Peruse the menu and weekend specials online for this West Harford eatery that serves Mediterranean cuisine.
The Tea Cozy
This Victorian tea room in Windsor, Connecticut, is a great place to partake of an afternoon tea with friends in a warm and welcoming setting.
This Victorian tea room in Windsor, Connecticut, is a great place to partake of an afternoon tea with friends in a warm and welcoming setting.
Toshi Japanese Restaurant
The Web site for this Japanese restaurant in Avon allows you to browse menus, get directions and view a variety of photos.
The Web site for this Japanese restaurant in Avon allows you to browse menus, get directions and view a variety of photos.
Trout Brook Brewery & Pub
This Hartford brewpub was named the state's best by Connecticut Magazine. In addition to its tasty pub menu and fresh brewed beer, regular entertainment is featured.
This Hartford brewpub was named the state's best by Connecticut Magazine. In addition to its tasty pub menu and fresh brewed beer, regular entertainment is featured.
Trumbull Kitchen
Trumbull Kitchen, the Max Restaurant Group's "other" downtown Hartford dining spot, is much more casual than Max Downtown. The menu can't quite figure out what it wants to be when it grows up. You'll find a mix of Japanese, Korean, Mexican and Italian dishes... and meatloaf. View the eclectic menu online.
Trumbull Kitchen, the Max Restaurant Group's "other" downtown Hartford dining spot, is much more casual than Max Downtown. The menu can't quite figure out what it wants to be when it grows up. You'll find a mix of Japanese, Korean, Mexican and Italian dishes... and meatloaf. View the eclectic menu online.
Restaurants for Thanksgiving Dining in Greater Hartford
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Turkey Take-Out
Metro Bis makes Thanksgiving dining effortless for Hartford area residents with its turkey take-out dinners. Order a cooked Thanksgiving meal or a seasoned, ready-for-the-oven raw turkey.
Metro Bis makes Thanksgiving dining effortless for Hartford area residents with its turkey take-out dinners. Order a cooked Thanksgiving meal or a seasoned, ready-for-the-oven raw turkey.