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The North House, Avon, CT

The North House

4.5
4.5
1069 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
Welcome to The North House! This historic property, once known as the Avon Old Farms Inn, is once again open to the public! Our menu showcases both traditional and nouveau New England cuisine by using only the freshest local and seasonal ingredients available. Each one of our dishes is hand designed by our talented chefs, and served by our knowledgeable and attentive servers.

The North House has several dining rooms that can be made private for any type of special function. Let our team of skilled coordinators handle all the details for your special events!





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  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Wed–Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Tue, Sun 15:00–20:00 Wed–Sat 15:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (860) 404-5951
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    April Gibson
  • Catering
    Private Dining: We have three different rooms you may choose from. Our smallest private dining room holds a maximum of 18 and our Historic Forge room can hold a maximum of 40 people. Please contact us at 860-404-5951 with any questions.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event at The North House in Avon. Choose from one of 5 private rooms in which to entertain your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Brendon Darna: (860) 404-5951 ext. 407
  • Area
    Avon
  • Cross Street
    Avon Mountain Road
  • Parking details
    On-site parking for over 150 vehicles.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,069 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hartford

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The North House enchants with its "beautiful food" and "lovely ambiance" in a historic 1757 building. Guests praise the "great service," especially from server Matt, and enjoy creative cocktails and delicious dishes like pork belly tacos and butternut squash risotto. Perfect for special occasions, though reservations are recommended.

1,069 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I came here for our 2 year anniversary which just so happened to be at The North House. The food was wonderful, especially the butternut squash risotto. The selection of Port on the dessert menu was a welcome surprise and paired nicely with the flourless chocolate cake. Great stuff all around.

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  2. Michael

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first visit to this restaurant in spite of it being 10 minutes from my home. Beautiful old inn (actually went here once in a previous iteration for my high school prom MANY years ago). Anyway, we were seated in the back room, which is quieter than the main dining room, they also have event spaces, etc. We were greeted promptly and service was exceptional throughout the evening. I thought the food was generally good, some hits and misses. The rolls were pretty generic but fresh; the whipped ricotta appetizer was also good. They had a nice wine list that we sampled from. My companion had the short ribs which she enjoyed (I tried them, quite good). My strip steak was just OK, it was cooked just to order but generally a little tough and didn't really taste like much, nor did the potatoes or zucchini that came with it. We had the cheesecake for dessert, which was good but not exceptional. So overall great service and atmosphere, but the food was just OK. Since I was not enthusiastic about the steak, they comped the dessert which was a nice gesture.
    The North HouseResponded on 25 September 2024
    Hey Mike, Thanks for sharing your experience at The North House. We're sorry to hear about your steak and the cheesecake. We're always looking to improve and your feedback is invaluable. We hope to welcome you back soon for a more satisfying meal. We just rolled out a new menu as of September 24th and would love for you to give us another chance to impress you with our food selections as well as service. Best, The Management Team

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  3. Michael

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Matt is our favorite there!

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  4. Richard

    New York City

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Noise level filter are into the dining area was unacceptable.
    The North HouseResponded on 10 September 2024
    Hi REMSKY, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. However, we're truly sorry to hear about your experience with the noise level in our dining area. We understand how important it is to have a comfortable and enjoyable dining atmosphere, and we apologize if the noise interfered with your dining experience. We appreciate your comments and will certainly take them into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our guest experience. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  5. Catherine

    New York City

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 23 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful place to celebrate our anniversary! We sat in a booth that allowed us to converse without repetition. The clam chowder and onion soup were delicious, and our scallops were the best! Service was top-notch. We will return!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    New York City

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 20 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This venue is amazing we look forward to visiting in cold weather to enjoy the fireplace! Food was good not excellent! The Brussel sprouts were amazing! My oysters a bit overwhelmed by fussy seasoning. In general they have gotten sloppy and need to tighten up their kitchen and presentation. Our server was great. My short rib was okay and my husband’s gnocchi were okay . We have found better food in the area at Millwright’s and The Charles.

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  7. meredith

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Matt was so accommodating, we have a family member with a dairy allergy and he brought out special non-butter brushed rolls for us - so sweet. We had a cozy table in the back dining room, the food was delicious & exceptional - another great experience at The North House!

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  8. Joe

    VIP

    Connecticut

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Another excellent meal. Felt a tad rushed to keep us moving ( as compared to waitress being attentive) But otherwise great, We are semi-regulars and will continue to be.

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  9. Jade

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was generally delicious from the bread to the main meal. Would highly recommend the pork belly tacos if they have them. They were delicious. Perfect crunch and tangy. I ordered the short rib which was melting on my fork and incredibly good. The desserts were underwhelming for how good everything else was. The rum cake wasn’t a very strong rum flavor if at all and nothing else was particularly outstanding compared to how amazing the food was. The servers are polite, funny and attentive. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a high end dining experience for a reasonable price.

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  10. ann

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming restaurant and tavern. Very creative craft cocktails, delicious food and excellent service! We will be back!

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FAQs

The North House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 404-5951.

The North House is rated 4.5 stars by 1069 OpenTable diners.

The North House does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The North House

1 Nod Road, Avon, CT 06001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Avon Mountain Road
  • Area
    Avon
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Wed–Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Tue, Sun 15:00–20:00 Wed–Sat 15:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    On-site parking for over 150 vehicles.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    April Gibson
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (860) 404-5951
  • Catering
    Private Dining: We have three different rooms you may choose from. Our smallest private dining room holds a maximum of 18 and our Historic Forge room can hold a maximum of 40 people. Please contact us at 860-404-5951 with any questions.
  • Private party facilities
    Plan your next event at The North House in Avon. Choose from one of 5 private rooms in which to entertain your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Brendon Darna: (860) 404-5951 ext. 407
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