Honestly, I didn't know this place existed until just a few hours ago. Typically, Harwinton is too…read morefar out of my way to go to because I tend not to go north of where I live unless I take a bus towards Hartford or I am going to Watertown. However, my mom had taken me to a renaissance fair in the area and as we left this was the first barbecue option I could find on Yelp. It helped that it was less than 10 minutes from the Ren, so it was a very quick drive. We opted for outdoor seating just because it was visible from where we parked in its plaza. I do like the Thomas Edison theme this restaurant has going on. The decor and the pictures help drive that theme home here which is a nice touch. I did overhear that this restaurant tends to pull people from Bristol and Thomaston which I can understand. They're both fairly close to Harwinton, especially Thomaston who borders this town to the south. The service here is on top of things as well. We had Chrissy who was very friendly, and always willing to answers we had about what we had (I did ask a few questions about the food brought out). While only one other outdoor table was in use upon arrival, about half of them were being served by the end of the meal. So let's start off with the drinks. Mom had the Mango Loco while I had the Campfire Old Fashioned. You also get refills of iced water from a glass jug. I did get to try mom's drink. At its best, it has a very fruity, sweet, refreshing flavor. However, as that drink went on, mom commented that the finish exposed how uneven the Mango Loco was. I took another sip of it at that and it confirmed her thoughts. That sweet mango taste was largely missing in its finish. A good stir after serving would probably help things along, but the taste should always be even if possible. As for my drink, this is where my first question was asked: what bourbon did they use? Turns out, it's made locally in Litchfield. It uses Litchfield Distillery Double Barrel, a 90-proof bourbon. A lot was definitely put on because I noticed a very strong flavor with this one even though I've cooked with much stronger bourbons. It wasn't subtle at all, but the overall drink was still a good drink. The toasted marshmallow was toasted to perfection. For the appetizer, 6-piece grilled chicken wings with their Blackberry BBQ Sauce. The sauce was very tangy, but like the bourbon it was not subtle. Mom did say the chicken was overcooked, but I didn't think so. It was able to come off the bone okay enough. These were good wings, but I think having the blue cheese dip was the star of the dish. The blue cheese dip went along with these wings perfectly, and they even included some celery here as well. For the entrees, mom had the fish and chips while I had the brisket with sides of coleslaw and Mac and cheese. I actually got to try everything here except for the tartar sauce. While mom like her fish, I'm glad she was the one that got it and not me. It was greasy on the bottom, and the bite I tried had some of the breading I couldn't chew from the rest. Like, does breading have bones or something? That's what it felt like from the bite I took. But it was still a juicy fish and the breading had a light crisp to it. Likewise, the fries were also a light crisp upon arrival. Were they the best fries I had ever had from a restaurant? No! But they were competent. Onto my brisket, it had some more of that BBQ sauce from earlier, but this time it complimented the food a fair bit better than it did with the chicken. The brisket was honestly the best food item of this bunch here. It was very tender, and soft. They did a great job with the presentation here I must say. It was as if they were truly locking in when making the brisket. Cole slaw was good, but could use a bit more mayo. The Mac and cheese was also good, the shells professionally cooked, and the cheese was good. If there was one criticism for the Mac and cheese, the cheese pull could be improved. When I went to another restaurant with a friend of mine a few months back, I was able to see an epic cheese pull from their bite. There wasn't much of a cheese pull here. Still the Mac and cheese was a great side dish and I'm glad I went with what I did. Overall, I would say that after averaging the food, the ambiance, and the service, I think a 4 is the appropriate rating for this restaurant. The food had some moments of greatness and was overall a good meal, but I did find with almost everything we were served that there are some improvements that could be made. The service and theming make up for those shortcomings. I wouldn't mind coming back to try other things though. It's a good place all-in-all.

This small town grill is perfect for a coffee flight, dinner or cocktails. The dining area is cozy…read morewith about 8 seats at the bar. We stopped by before our annual Christmas Lights drive for dinner and a holiday cocktail. Katie, our bartender made me a fantastic gin spritz. We started with the giant pretzel which was fantastic! I had the cauliflower risotto which was actually quite lovely.

I made a reservation for 3 for my elderly mom, my nephew, and me on a Sunday for lunch…read more We were seated inside which was very nice because outside was kind of humid and there was a lot going on with many people and loud music (I wouldn't mind but it wouldn't be comforting for my mom or her grandson [my nephew]). We were seated inside the dining room by the window looking out at the pond with the fountain. Mom was a bit disturbed by the loudness of the piped in music inside and the kind waitrees turned the volume down a bit at mom's request. I'm sorry I don't remember her name, but it was Sunday, Aug 30th. 2026, 12 noon reservation.. Maybe management can look it up and give everyone who served us a compliment, at least. These servers were AMAZING. The service and the food were impeccable. I had been craving biscuits and gravy for a long time, and I was totally impressed with the food! The biscuits and gravy were a feast for my palate, and I've never had tater tots as crispy and delicious as these! My mom thoroughly enjoyed her breakfast ("The Kitchen Sink," lol: eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausage, and choice of pancakes or French Toast [she got the French Toast]). My nephew got a salad with salmon and ate the whole thing, delighted. Our lovely server told us that the wonderful young men who delivered the food to our table carried it up from downstairs (I guess the kitchen is there)! Mom and I brought leftovers home for another meal. Based on the service, ambience, attention to my elderly mom's request to turn the music down a little, and the food, I will not hesitate to dine here again and bring my friends! Don't hesitate to dine at The Greenhouse Tavern in Burlington, CT! If the weekend servers and food are this good during the week, GO!

I was so pleased with the bananas foster. It always hits the spot for brunch…read more The potatoes were phenomenal. Super crispy and seasoned well. The burger was on the heavier side and I'd make a twist by adding an aioli to mask the heaviness of the patty

Went for breakfast this morning! Got there around 9 and grabbed a table right away. Service was…read moregreat! I didn't catch our waitresses name but she was as so so sweet! There are only three booths, a four top and two top table and about 8 counter stools so come early or be prepared to wait! We ordered biscuits and gravy with poached eggs, country fried steak and a pancake to split. I will say the pancake was awesome (and huge), fluffy but also substantial and great flavor! The gravy was a bit runny/loose but the biscuits were good and my poached eggs were cooked well! Overall I'd definitely come back and try other things on the menu!

May be one of the top breakfast spots in CT! Found this on a…read morewhim while visiting family in Torrington and everything was delicious. A very local spot everyone seemed to know one another. The service was friendly and not a long wait time for the food. The portions were huge can definitely be split!!! Already planning a trip back I thought it was really excellent.

This has been our go to spot while on mornings errand runs in Torrington. But food is going down…read morehill! The home fries are over browned and dry, the toast is not buttered well, less ingredients in the omelettes. It looks and feels like things are not as fresh. And they switched from ceramic plates to cheap plastic plates. This is so disappointing. The service remains good.

Stopped here on the way home and my daughter said "I wish they had a place like this around where…read morewe live" She ordered the pumpkin pancakes. My other daughter ordered Nutella pancakes. They both loved the hot chocolate. Next time Im in town, I'll definitely visit again.

Always look forward to a trip to Brinx! One of the best coffee shops i have ever discovered! A cute…read morelittle hole in the wall on Torrington's main street has some of the most delicious and unique food items ive had in town! Jess the owner and operator is such a sweet, selfless and generous individual and is very welcoming of all kinds of people and events within the community constantly giving back to those around her while always providing exceptional service to all. What a gem of a location with such a cozy atmosphere and phenomenal service, i will never want to go anywhere else again!

A cute place with a good selection of cafe eats for breakfast and lunch! We all enjoyed the Curry…read moreChicken Sandwich. There were some surprise grapes that gave the sandwich some appreciated sweetness. Only note is that it did take some time to get our food and drinks but there was a lot of traction during our visit and what looked to be one person manning the register/making drinks and someone else in the back on the food. Some of us tried their Chai Latte-all agreed that it was quite milky and needed some sugar so there's that. I had the melon cucumber drink, it was good-I think would be lovely in summer weather but not as cucumbery as I would have hoped! Overall would recommend!

Great breakfast in a unassuming place, friendly people, good service!…read more Would return without hesitation.

Came on Thursday morning to meet some friends for breakfast (they ate regulars)…read more The server was fabulous, the food was delicious and abundant (hats off to the chef), and the owner was more than gracious. Will be back for sure.!

Best focaccia I've ever had! All their breads. The carrot cookie. But that tomato focaccia is…read moreheavenly. We finished it before we even walked out of that place! Pillowy. Oozing with olive oil and freshness. Can't get over it. Would drive an hour just for that and Arethusa ice cream. A very special spot. 5 stars!!!

I recently worked with Allison at The Bakehouse on a custom sugar cookie order. 100 cookies for a…read more75th anniversary picnic and the experience was wonderful from start to finish. The cookies were not only beautifully done but also incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. When I arrived to pick up the order, I was instantly welcomed by the most amazing aroma filling the bakery. it smelled so good, I wanted to try one of everything! You can tell everything is made fresh with care and quality ingredients. Allison was great to work with, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail and friendly service. I'll definitely be back to visit the bakery again soon!

Such a cute spot! While there is a big bar, it felt like we were still serviced well table side…read more Waitress was great. Food was delicious. Oyster tacos are a MUST

Dinner and service were both excellent! The vibe is fairly loud but not so much that it intervings…read morewith a good experience

The food service and employees are friendly fast reliable and the food is always deliciousread more

I really wanted to like you. Nine bucks for a sausage, egg and cheese on a hard roll. All I asked…read morefor was black pepper and then when I went to pick up the sandwich, he said we don't have any crushed red pepper. I said black pepper, please and I waited another 10 minutes and when I got my sandwich, there was no black pepper on it.. That's kind of like me forgetting to grout my mortar joints and walking away with a paycheck.

The new chef John's food is delicious consistency great. Drinks also top notch, great wine list…read moretoo. Service is excellent and it is so comfie in there. I always feel so welcome - the ambiance is cozy Love to go to the rooftop for a cocktail Before Dinner

This is a beautifully appointed restaurant within an elegant boutique hotel. The building itself is…read moreactually a historic landmark being the former Connecticut State Superior Court at Litchfield (circa 1888) which is probably how the restaurant got its name. The dinner menu was atypical, featuring an eclectic fusion of dishes executed with lots of creative flair. Flavor, quality and freshness of ingredients were top notch. Our starter, Garlic Maple Whiskey Chicken Bites, came accompanied with grilled shishito peppers. Perfect for sharing and so lovely paired with a glass of prosecco. Next, we sampled Bouillabaisse and Miso Roasted Black Cod in dashi broth. Seafood for both mains were super fresh. The Bouillabaisse broth was remarkably flavorful, the hint of saffron ever present but not overwhelming. How nice to have the red pepper rouille and slices of bread (customary in France) served alongside for the authentic experience. Miso Roasted Black Cod was tasty, succulent and fork tender. Beautifully arranged with mushrooms and Brussels sprouts surrounding the fish, plus a delectable piece of polenta cake tucked underneath. Dashi broth was poured onto dish tableside, creating a warm umami rich dish that was not only delicious but also extremely satisfying. On to desserts....The Chocolate Tarte with sea salt, nuts and berry coulis, a picture of understated elegance, was incredibly sublime. The Warm Apple Tartlet à la Mode with vanilla ice cream was good too. Would have preferred a tad less cinnamon though. All things considered, this was an exemplary meal. Wait staff was friendly and helpful. Hope to return again soon.