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The Brushmill by the Waterfall, Chester, CT

The Brushmill by the Waterfall

4.6
4.6
609 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
The Brushmill By The Waterfall is a restaurant and tavern featuring contemporary cuisine in an elegant setting overlooking a romantic waterfall on the Pattaconk Creek located in picturesque Chester, Connecticut.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00–14:30 Dinner Wed, Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Mitchel

What 609 people are saying

The Brushmill by the Waterfall 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambience

  • Middlesex

    Great for brunch

  • Middlesex

    Innovative

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Brushmill by the Waterfall offers a charming dining experience with "great food and service" in a picturesque setting. Guests appreciate the "exceptional staff" and thoughtful touches for special occasions. While some encountered delays, the "beautiful ambiance" and "delicious, well-presented meals" make it a memorable destination.

609 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dining experience Would definitely return!

    1 person found this helpful

  2. C . VIP

    Connecticut121 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place rocks on a Saturday night! Be sure to grab a reservation and be patient as the kitchen prepares all meals to order. Grab a martini and embrace the history and ambiance. The service team is amazing! Thanks for a great experience!

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  3. Donna

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at the Brushmill. The food, service and atmosphere were all amazing. The food was delicious, the scallop appetizer, salad, mushroom risotto and salmon were excellent, the flourless chocolate cake with brandied cherries was rich and decadent. The server was very attentive to our needs, very polite and pleasant. The finishing touch was complimentary glass of Prosecco and the hand signed card from all the employees wishing us a happy anniversary. We are looking forward to returning

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Annmarie VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Drinks were delicious. Food was lukewarm warm at best and took a long time. Service average.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 4 days ago
    Annmarie, we're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the drinks. We apologize for the delay, as well as the service not meeting your expectations. Your comments are valuable to us, please contact us to discuss any further issues.

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  5. Terri

    New York City4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Slow service starting with drink order and even slower food service. Food was tepid and way over seasoned. Ambiance was good. Manager resolved the issue after bringing attention to the issues but sadly we will not be returning.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 4 days ago
    Terri, we’re sorry to hear about your experience with the service and the food. It's important to us that our guests have a pleasant and memorable experience, and we apologize for not meeting your expectations. We're glad to know that you that our manager was able to assist during your visit. We hope you will give us another chance in the future.

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  6. Donna VIP

    San Diego40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful property, delicious food and good service. Highly recommend!
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 7 days ago
    Donna, we're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and service. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had dinner with my family. The food was amazing and the entire wait staff were personable and attuned to our needs. We had a wonderful experience, and definitely recommend it. Also, I'm celiac, so I can't eat gluten. When the wait staff asked about food sensitivities right at the outer, I mentioned this. After that, all the wait staff was great about remembering, and ensuring that the food would be ok for me. Additionally, they had foods like a delicious clam chowder that I could eat - foods that normally contain gluten
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you, we're delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your dinner with us and that our team made you feel well taken care of. It’s wonderful to know that our efforts to accommodate dietary needs contributed positively to your experience.

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  8. Ken

    Phoenix9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the service provided to us by Aubrey. We were told she was new to the Brushmill family by just three weeks. She has a dynamic personality and added to the evening. Brushmill is our “go to “ place. S, from Wallingford and me from Mystic. Thank you once again for a much needed night out to enjoy the atmosphere, food, drinks and conversation. Ken
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 3 March 2025
    Thank you, Ken. We are delighted to hear that Aubrey provided you with excellent service and enhanced your evening. We are grateful to have loyal customers like you and look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable visit.

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  9. Paul

    New York City7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came out in a snowstorm and wondered if we made a mistake coming out in such bad weather. However, everything about our evening was well worth it. The location is beautiful. We had been here when it was different restaurants which had been hit or miss but Brushmill is a hit. OAudrey, our server was excellent. She was very attentive and had a great personality. The food came out quickly and was excellent. Highly recommended.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 17 February 2025
    Thank you, Paul. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us, despite the challenging weather. Thank you for the recommendation and we will be sure to pass along your kind words to Audrey,

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  10. Raven

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My partner and I tried this place for the first time for Valentine’s Day and it was amazing! The space is truly unique and any history lover will appreciate the ambiance.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 17 February 2025
    Thank you so much for choosing us to celebrate Valentine's Day! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the unique ambiance of our space.

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The Brushmill by the Waterfall is rated 4.6 stars by 609 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for The Brushmill by the Waterfall

129 W Main St, Chester, CT 06412-1344

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00–14:30 Dinner Wed, Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Mitchel
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