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1. Max Downtown - Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(180)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Hartford
Booked 61 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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2. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center
4.8
Exceptional(238)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • West Hartford
Booked 54 times today
Featuring modern renditions of classic American seafood, Max’s Oyster Bar menu has something for everyone. While seafood is the focal point, there are selections for even the most ardent landlubber. Ethnic influences are apparent throughout a menu filled with new interpretations on traditional fare. The raw bar offers an extensive variety of bi-coastal oysters and shellfish.In it’s freshman year, 1999, Max’s Oyster Bar was awarded “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine. Since then it has won numerous Reader’s Choice Awards, including “Best Seafood Restaurant”. Zagat’s Survey has also given Max’s Oyster Bar an “extraordinary” rating.
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3. Artisan - West Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(1652)
Price: Expensive
• American • Hartford
Booked 30 times today
ARTISAN celebrates the theme of craftsmanship, combining 18th Century classic Scandinavian design with New England-inspired farm-to-table seasonal cuisine, artfully prepared by Executive Chef and Partner Frederic Kieffer.PLEASE NOTE THAT OUTSIDE TABLES ARE RESERVED UPON REQUEST BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.If you have reserved a table outdoors, please be advised that in the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate your party inside at the same reservation time, however we cannot guarantee a table inside at the same exact time and may need to adjust the reservation time accordingly.PLEASE CALL 860.937.2525 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS
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4. The Capital Grille - Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(2616)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 54 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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5. Fleming's Steakhouse - West Hartford
4.6
Exceptional(1514)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 76 times today
Your West Hartford Fleming's is located in the historic Educational Building, just off West Hartford Center and next to the Noah Webster Library. Fleming's in West Hartford is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.
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6. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford
4.6
Exceptional(137)
Price: Moderate
• American • Hartford
Booked 39 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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7. Feng Chophouse
4.6
Exceptional(1194)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 43 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.
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8. Republic - Bloomfield
4.7
Exceptional(625)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Bloomfield
Booked 30 times today
Located in Bloomfield, Connecticut, Republic serves American cuisine with an inventive flair in a gastropub setting. The restaurant has a full bar that features a wide selection of craft beers. Republic offers daily happy hour specials, takeout and catering services. Start out with an order of hummus or bacon-wrapped dates at Republic. Then choose from a menu full of creative options like the eggplant burger, the bacon and apple flatbread and the miso-maple glazed salmon. The restaurant also has a gluten-free menu that includes items like the Peruvian roasted chicken and the Philly cheesesteak sandwich served on a gluten-free roll.
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9. Salt + Lime
4.4
Awesome(114)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Hartford
Booked 8 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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10. Union Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(766)
Price: Expensive
• American • Hartford
Booked 26 times today
Union Kitchen was nominated for Restaurant of the Year: Hartford County by the Connecticut Restaurant Association in 2023 and 2024. In a space that formerly housed a speakeasy, the ambitious restaurant combines New American cuisine with a world class beverage program.

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  • MichaelVIP
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Max Restaurant Group just simply gets it's right...Food, Service, Experience always amazing!!! Max Oyster is our favorite restaurant!!
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    Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford CenterPrice: Very Expensive• American• West Hartford
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    4.8
  • Anna
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was absolutely outstanding, excellent service and ambiance. We had a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner and experience as first timers at Artisan. Will be returning!!
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    Artisan - West HartfordPrice: Expensive• American• Hartford
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    4.7
  • Nancy
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    What a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner! We ye food was delicious and our waitress was wonderful, kind and attentive. All of the staff made the night festive and fun. We will be back for Christmas 2025!
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    Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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    4.7
  • Gina
    Las Vegas •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was good I wish they had an option for garlic butter for the steak sauce… and the mashpotatoes were not worth $18. Small portion no flavor. Steak was beautifully cooked and able to cut the filet with a fork. French onion was very good!
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    Fleming's Steakhouse - West HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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    4.6
  • Elizabeth
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We were there on Christmas Eve to celebrate my daughter’s 18th birthday (on her actual bday) and the wait staff did such an amazing job. Our glasses were never empty, we never had to ask for refills. Our meals were delivered fairly quickly and the table was setup with a card and birthday confetti. Such attention to detail. The restaurant was busy, but you would have never known until around 6pm. Side note: When I was making the reservation, I was told there would be over 500 people in and out on Christmas Eve. Naturally, I was thinking the restaurant might lose its charm with all of that noise; but it never did. It was again, one of the best local dining experiences for our family! Thank you Capital Grille - Hartford!!🩷
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    The Capital Grille - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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    4.7

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