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    a'VERT Brasserie

    4.2 (492 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Hema N.

    The drinks was okay and the ambiance was fine. Not very crowded when compared to other restaurants in Blue back Square in West Hartford.

    My-Linh D.

    An outstanding French dining experience. I visited a'VERT Brasserie for Saturday lunch with a group of four and was seated right away, which was a pleasant surprise since they seemed booked. While the construction out front made the entrance a bit difficult to locate, the experience once inside more than made up for it. The menu is well-curated, and we took full advantage of the appetizer selection. The escargot and steak tartare were both excellent, but the foie gras was the clear standout -- rich, smooth, and well prepared. I also tried the French onion soup, which had great depth of flavor but was slightly too salty for my taste. One of the most unique aspects of the meal was a cocktail made with pork fat -- unexpected but incredibly well-executed. It added a savory depth that complemented the meal beautifully. To finish, I ordered the croque monsieur sandwich, which was hearty, flavorful, and the perfect end to a satisfying lunch. The quality of ingredients and attention to detail were evident throughout the entire meal. This is easily the best French restaurant I've been to in the states, and I look forward to returning.

    Croque Monsieur, separated by me to show the parts
    Jason P.

    I have a hard time thinking of many noteworthy French restaurants other than A'vert in the greater Hartford area. I've eaten at A'vert before, but the last time was a couple years ago with a Food Blogger friend who was invited and our meal was comped. We had a great experience, but I'm not factoring that into this review. A while ago, I had observed that A'vert has reasonably priced brunch and lunch options. My wife and I had time because our son was at a birthday party and we decided to visit for brunch. We arrived shortly after opening and the restaurant was about half full. The space is classic French Brasserie and the restaurant has an upbeat, but chill vibe. Service was pretty good, although our server missed a couple of cues that weren't a big deal. I ordered a Croque Monsieur, which came with a side of brunch potatoes, and a side of scrambled eggs because someone nearby had ordered them and they looked very good. A'vert's Croque Monsieur was very good. The bread seemed like good sourdough slices coated in a Mornay. The thin slices of smoked ham were good quality. The Swiss was good. The Dijon provided some mild mustard flavor. The Brunch Potatoes were well seasoned and had good red color. I imagine they were pan-fried, but I'm not sure. The eggs had fantastic texture. They needed a bit more seasoning, especially salt, though. My wife's Salmon Toast looked beautiful. I know she was happy with it. This was a 4.5 Star experience. I'll round up to 5 Stars.

    Swordfish
    Johnny W.

    The restaurant had a nice ambiance with a romantic, dim atmosphere, perfect for a date night. Our server, Cindy, was nice, friendly, and attentive at first, but was gradually a bit more sparse as the night progressed, potentially due to the disproportion between staff and diners. Unfortunately, our meal wasn't as pleasant, for the swordfish was so overcooked that it was extremely tough and lacking in flavor. We mentioned this to Cindy, who was visually displeased/stressed but still helped us remedy the situation, and for that we were grateful. The duck was somewhat better and cooked perfectly medium rare, so definitely choose the duck over the swordfish. Thank you for reading and best of luck!

    Roasted Duck Breast
    Anna P.

    This photo is after we were halfway through eating... but we ordered the onion soup and smoked salmon appetizer, cocktails, and the roasted duck and rainbow trout meal.. everything was so incredible. Especially the entrees!! The duck and the fish was so crispy and perfect. The price is quite good considering both the quality of the food and the service. Our servers were so attentive, our waitress Anisha was on it, and very good with timing our dishes, ensuring our glasses were filled, and checking in on us. It was such a yummy experience and even though we live out of state, we will be back! :)

    Lisa Y.

    I came here for a happy hour and enjoyed my time here. It was around 4pm when I arrived and the bar area was very open still with seating. I came here because I seen pictures of the escargot and wanted to give it a try. Although I was expecting it to come with the shells for the whole experience, I was disappointed that it did not. The taste was still pretty good though, I probably would not get it again. I also got a burger which was decent. The French martini I got was a delicious and perfectly made drink. My fav part about my time here was 100% the crunchy bread and butter that came complimentary. Friendly server.

    Classic Escargots
    Lexie X.

    It has been awhile since we had a meal at a'VERT Brasserie. Went on a Thursday evening, with about half dining tables full. We enjoyed the laidback ambience of the restaurant. However, the night felt a bit off, starting with our waitress taking awhile to take our orders, and waiting for water to come to the table. They normally have kiddie cups with straws but it seems they have not had kids for awhile gracing this restaurant as they gave us two kiddie cups with lids that do not work together. It also was a huge let down when my daughter's burger came as medium rare. I truly did not think a'VERT can make such a big mistake. The rest of the food was passable but it took an oddly long time for it to come out. Our waitress went MIA during our meal many times and we were left thinking they were understaffed. We were overall disappointed with our dining experience and sad that a'AVERT went off its usual mark.

    Scallop entrée
    Marsha N.

    Really great food. Fancy cocktails. We had to wait 20+ minutes for our Resy reservation time. Everything tasted amazing.

    Chocolate peanut butter gateaux
    Christina S.

    My obsession for French restaurants is constantly growing and I was thrilled when my husband said let's go wherever you'd like. It had been a while since heading back up to west Hartford but when I saw there were reservations available here I said why not! The only issue whenever we come to this area is usually the parking. We luckily found a spot but give yourself enough time to park and pay the meter before your reservation! When you first walk in you get to walk through curtains as if you're a star and they've been awaiting your arrival! The restaurant itself is beautiful. They have posters and French style images hanging on the walls. It's very cozy yet elegant! Everything on the menu sounded amazing and I wish I had the opportunity to try it all. We started with escargot and man was it buttery and delicious. They bring out as much bread as you need to mop up the rest of the butter. We also tried the foie gras which paired fantastically with the poached pear and pistachios. The foi gras is very smooth and creamy. For our entrees we got the trout and the scallops. The scallops were beautifully plated and had the perfect sear. The salad was a nice touch with it. My husband got the trout and although he really liked it and loved the orzo, he wasn't a fan of the fish not being deboned and felt it threw him off a little bit. Nonetheless we still enjoyed our experience and finished off strong with the chocolate peanut butter gateau. It was delicious but definitely very heavy on our already full stomachs!

    La Fleur and Chocolate Almond Negroni.
    Greg F.

    My wife and I found ourselves in Hartford for a concert, and wanted a memorable meal beforehand. We certainly got it at a'VERT Brasserie. We began with two amazing cocktails, her gorgeous La Fleur and my stunning Chocolate Almond Negroni. I savored the oysters with chartreuse mignonette and cod with duck fat potato and sauce vierge; the wife went for the decadently delicious gnocchi with melted leeks, Camembert and beurre fondue. We ended with some sort of awesome peanut chocolate dessert. A wow meal!

    Carrot soup
    D L.

    Soon as you open the door and walk thru the velvet covers of Avert Brasserie you're welcomed by a warm, relaxed, cozy ambiance. The food was as expected for a restaurant of this caliber- absolutely delicious, especially the carrot soup - it was amazing. We had their Valentine's Day menu special. Please see the pictures! But what truly made our experience unforgettable was our incredible waitress, Cindy. She radiates kindness and authenticity in a way that is rare to find. A nurturing presence and a genuine warmth, she turned a great meal into something extraordinary. Her bright spirit elevates the entire dining experience, and it's because of her that we'll be returning. If you're looking for not only excellent cuisine but also an atmosphere of true hospitality, this is the place to be. Thank you, Cindy, for making our night special.

    Mussels
    Elena S.

    Many times have been in Avert. Incredible service and food. As someone who has been so many times in France and appreciate French cuisine, I always know it will be nice break from stress by having lunch/dinner in Avert. The music and decor fully made you forget that you are not in French brasserie. Been on multiple occasions (anniversary, friends reunion, family brunch). Always above 100%. Menu has been changing quite often and always great ingredients from farms.

    Croque Monsieur
    Kim D.

    Enjoyed their happy hour! Each plate was delicious and generous. We got the mussels, burger and fries. What was surprisingly good was their French martini cocktail - I recommend. The service was also excellent. I'd come back!

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    Great food and service. Pasta was delicious. We were seated in a cozy booth and could actually hear conversation!

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    Ask the Community - a'VERT Brasserie

    I see a pre fixe menu for New Years with no pricing?

    Good Morning, our New Years Eve Menu is $89 per person, which includes all listed courses plus a champagne toast. Please let me know if I can make a reservation for you.… Read more

    What are you happy hour hours?

    Hello, Happy Hour is from 3-6pm, Monday through Saturday. Hope to see you soon.

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