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1. Max Downtown - Hartford
4.8
Exceptional(145)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Hartford
Booked 49 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. Pond House Cafe
4.6
Exceptional(2687)
Price: Moderate
• Fusion / Eclectic • Hartford
Booked 2 times today
Nestled on the pond in historic Elizabeth Park the Pond House is surrounded by gardens & offers four seasons of charm with a menu to match. Changed seasonally we offer eclectic comfort food that reflects the down to earth but playful spirit of our staff. Announce Spring's arrival with a walk through the park followed by brunch on the patio. Stop and smell the world famous roses then linger over dinner as sun slowly sets over the trees. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch & Take out. The Pond House Cafe- stylish, fun & playful.
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3. Salt + Lime
4.3
Awesome(105)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • West Hartford
Booked 3 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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4. Peppercorns Grill
4.7
Exceptional(2759)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hartford
Booked 19 times today
Peppercorn’s Grill is owned and operated by the Cialfi siblings, Sal and Dino, Brothers Sal and Dino purchased Peppercorn's Grill in 1989 and opened Piccolo Arancio in 1994. This generation of Cialfi's has added modern creativity and personality to traditional strengths of their Italian roots. Sal and Dino were trained in the art of Italian food at their uncle's restaurant in Rome. When the opportunity to open a restaurant arose, they jumped at the opportunity and opened the first Piccolo Arancio in Rome. Piccolo Arancio was internationally acclaimed within their first year. Now operated by their cousins, Piccolo Arancio remains near the Trevi Fountain in Rome. Peppercorn's Grill received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 10 years.
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5. Market Grille
4.7
Exceptional(820)
Price: Moderate
• American • Manchester
Booked 18 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.
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6. Windsor Steak & Seafood
4.8
Exceptional(80)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Windsor
Specializing in the finest steaks and freshest seafood in the area

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  • Michele
    New York City •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The Pond House is a gem in our community. The location, service and menu is perfect for a casual meet up. The acoustics are so bad. I have found it only works for me if there is one person to talk to so I can focus.
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    Pond House CafePrice: Moderate• Fusion / Eclectic• Hartford
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    4.6
  • Patrick
    Connecticut •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our party of six had a wonderful outing on a busy Saturday night. The staff was attentive to our party’s requests and made very good drink recommendations. Everyone enjoyed their entrees, which included the salmon, grilled chicken breasts, and the ravioli. All were delicious. Even with a full restaurant, it didn’t seem too loud. Our party was able to converse without raising our voices. Although the bar area was really close to our table, we didn’t hear any carryover conversations. That could be due to the light traffic at the bar on this night. But it didn’t seem like a raucous bar would be the norm here on any night. We will likely book here again when we’re in the area for our next show.
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    Peppercorns GrillPrice: Expensive• Italian• Hartford
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    4.7
  • Dana
    New York City •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Always love coming here, the food is amazing and the service is the best. We have made this a spot when we are celebrating and will continue to do so!
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    Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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    4.8
  • Kathleen
    Greater Boston •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Always a great choice for excellent New England meals in an historic setting. Our server, Grace, was especially kind and gave us plenty of time to talk and enjoy our lunches. The Bakery is a must on the way out!
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    Publick HousePrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Sturbridge
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    4.8
  • Matthewvip
    New York City •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 12 Nov 2024
    We had a wonderful time. Good was great, our server was amazing, and it was overall a good time. Recommend!
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    Salt + LimePrice: Moderate• Mexican• West Hartford
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    4.3

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