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The Brushmill by the Waterfall, Chester, CT

The Brushmill by the Waterfall

4.5
4.5
622 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
129 W Main St, Chester, CT 06412-1344

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
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

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Mitchel
  • Area
    Chester
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 622 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

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambience

  • Middlesex

    Innovative

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Brushmill by the Waterfall offers a picturesque dining experience with "excellent food," "impeccable service," and a "charming location." Guests frequently praise the "wonderful atmosphere" and "attentive staff." The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, with personalized touches like signed cards. Despite occasional slow service, it's a "go-to place" for many.
622 Reviews
  1. Karen

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good, however, the service was very slow and no communication was shared with why. Yes, they were very busy for a Saturday night, but drinks and our apps took too long to get to us, as well as dinner and dessert. Also, I had made a reservation two weeks in advance online and spoke to an employee asking for a specific room to sit in for my daughter’s special birthday. They didn’t follow through with that, we were in a much louder room, and were not given any real acknowledgement/ownership for this mistake. This was all very unfortunate as we had been there about four other times and had good experiences. Not sure now if we’ll be returning or recommending.

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  2. Vera

    Connecticut2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Attention to detail on service and entrees was absolutely outstanding. Highly recommend
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Vera. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and that our attention to detail in service and entrees met your expectations. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

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  3. Donna

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining experience was beyond excellent from soup to nuts, literally. My friend is a very picky foodie and this is the second visit and he raved about everything from food to ambience. We had the orzo sausage soup, salad, bolognese, and creme brulee, pistachio with nuts and a strawberry. It was all so good; need to eat here more often.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you, Donna! It's truly gratifying to hear that both you and your friend enjoyed your dining experience with us, especially considering your friend's discerning palate. We are thrilled to be a place you'd like to visit more often.

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  4. Diane

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waitress, wonderful atmosphere and they comped my sister's 80th birthday dessert!
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 7 April 2025
    Thank you so much, Diane, for sharing your positive experience with us. Our goal is to create a wonderful atmosphere for all our guests, and it's fantastic to know that we succeeded during your visit. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

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  5. C . VIP

    Connecticut124 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic night at our favorite restaurant in the area! Great wine selection and beer.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 7 April 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! It's always a pleasure to have you, and we look forward to your next visit.

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  6. Jada VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming location, impeccable service, excellent food.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 31 March 2025
    Thank you, Jada, for sharing your kind words. Your feedback is truly appreciated and serves as a wonderful encouragement to our team.

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  7. Nancy

    New York City11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We returned for a nice dinner after several years. Service was really good. Food was very good. Overall a very nice experience.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 26 March 2025
    Thank you, Nancy. It’s wonderful to know that you had a nice time with us and enjoyed the food again.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Connecticut1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice. I loved their Sunday Brunch and would recommend it to everyone!
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 24 March 2025
    Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us! Your recommendation is truly valued, and we look forward to welcoming you back!

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  9. KarenD

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was okay. Service was good. Atmosphere loud and noisy.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 28 March 2025
    We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the service, Karen. We’re sorry that the atmosphere was louder than expected, as we strive to create a comfortable environment for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back to provide an even better experience.

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  10. Lori

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a lovely setting with great service.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on 24 March 2025
    We're grateful for the 5-stars, Lori! We look forward to having you back.

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The Brushmill by the Waterfall is rated 4.5 stars by 622 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
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129 W Main St, Chester, CT 06412-1344

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Additional information

  • Area
    Chester
  • 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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Mitchel
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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