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    Bar Max

    4.1 (8 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Clams on the half shell and the Bulldog Cooler
    Mike L.

    After a BUSY day in the office, I felt like it was time to have a drink. So, Bar Max caught my eye. I walked in (entrance is on Haynes St., not Asylum st., so heads up), and I was instantly attracted to the decor. Modern day items but with a 30s-40s era appeal. I sat down and was handed a menu. Happy Hour... cocktails and raw bar? Say less. I ordered a Bulldog Cooler and some raw clams. The drink was made quickly and the raw clams took a bit (at $1 a clam, it's understandable there's a demand). But when they arrived, amazing. FRESH horseradish and ketchup for cocktail sauce. I took a bite of the horseradish and my sinuses cleared instantly. But on a clam on the half shell, perfection. Super cold, shucked so there's no biting on the shell needed, and just the right salinity to know this came from the ocean. The Bulldog cooler was the right choice (gin, orange juice, bitters, ginger, and club soda). It paired so well with the clams. The bitters and ginger helped to combine notes from the clams while the acidity of the orange juice added some bite to the clams as well. The gin and ginger both combined to quell the heat of the horseradish but also make the sharpness stand out as well. Overall, Bar Max is fantastic. The service is outstanding, the drinks perfect, and the food was excellent. Might be a Friday evening post work tradition

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    Excellent and upbeat, fresh atmosphere, food best ever servic great Romantic but entertaining enjoyed our night,easy reservation as well

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    Love it!!! Nice to have those 'Goodwin Days' back! Classy and fun. John is great! Well dine, Steve! ​

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    Pig's Eye Pub - Bar area

    Pig's Eye Pub

    3.7(106 reviews)
    0.1 miDowntown
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    Manager turned take service because they believe customers were too intoxicated to be served. Derra…read moreyou have terrible service.

    Upon going to enter the Pig's Eye Pub on 4/17/2026 at approximately 11:00 p.m., Eric Drouin, who…read morewas stationed at the door, indicated to me that I was not allowed to bring my service dog in the establishment. I informed you that because my dog is a service animal, she is permitted under ADA to accompany me in all public places. Charlie Brown, who was also at the door, then asked me the appropriate questions allowed under ADA, and after I responded, allowed me to enter the establishment with my service dog. However, after maybe 30 minutes, Mr. Brown approached me and asked that I leave the premises and return without my service dog. I declined this request since my service dog was not misbehaving in any way, barking incessantly or at all, and not being disruptive to any other patrons. After about another 30 minutes, Mr. Drouin approached me with Mr. Brown and demanded that I leave because according to him my dog was too young to be a service animal and therefore must be in training, and I was being disruptive by talking to patrons who asked me about my dog. I informed Mr. Drouin he was incorrect, that my service dog is fully trained to provide the service for which she is required, and the law does not prohibit me from interacting with patrons who approach me about my dog. He and Mr. Brown still demanded that I leave. I was with a group of five other people who all witnessed all of these exchanges. We all departed the establishment at that time. I have filed an official complaint #758150-TWD with the U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division for this violation of 28 CFR Sec. 36.302(c). This violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act can result in civil penalties up to $75,000 for a first offense and $150,000 for a subsequent offense. Despite me informing these ignorant and insolent employees of this, they still demanded that I leave. I will also be filing a complaint with the State of Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities for this violation of CT General Statutes Sec. 46a-44 & 46a-64, which is a class C misdemeanor, which Mr. Drouin and Mr. Brown will be individually charged. I will also be contacting Mr. James Verano, the listed Principal for Pig's Eye Pub, and Mr. William (Bill) Morrissey, the listed Managing Member regarding these federal and state violations. I will also have my personal attorney contact Reid and Riege, PC, the listed agent for Pig's Eye Pub. Being denied service while accompanied by a service animal is illegal, humiliating, and emotionally draining experience that no one should have to endure. What these imbecilic employees did was not only illegal but morally reprehensible.

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    Hartford Flavor Cocktail Parlour

    4.3(54 reviews)
    0.2 miDowntown

    Came here after going to bingo Loco to finish my celebratory birthday…read more We walked in within an hour of closing, so we were given last call. We were seated at a booth, but quickly moved to the bar where the bartender made our concoctions, chatted with us, and talked about the old distillery that was before the parlor. I got the Smoke Break; mezcal, wild moon sumac, apricot, amaro del capo, lime and absinthe. It was very good, very smoky, but the perfect balance. And of course, the birthday is not complete without shots! We ended up taking the sour cherry vodka, which is one of my favorites We were unable to get food as the kitchen was closed, but we will have to try next time

    I originally found Hartford Flavor Cocktail Parlor by accident and it quickly became one of my…read morefavorite spots in Hartford. So of course I had to come back for dinner. The aesthetic is still gorgeous, the vibe is still immaculate, and the space feels both cozy and fun. They even have games tucked away so you can hang out longer, which makes it feel like more than just a bar or restaurant. This time I came for dinner and ordered the steak, which was perfectly tender, juicy, and full of flavor. I also tried the lamb (not usually my thing), but my friend who loves lamb absolutely cleared her plate. So that tells you everything you need to know. Even without having a cocktail this time (I just had water), the experience was still great, which says a lot about the atmosphere and service. We also did this fun blindfolded dessert experience where you're blindfolded and try to guess what you're eating. Its super unique and actually really good. I wish they gave us a little card explaining it, but it was still such a cool touch. Between the food, the ambiance, the creative touches, and the overall vibe, this place just keeps delivering. Whether you're going for brunch, dinner, drinks, or a fun night out, this spot is absolutely worth it. I'll definitely keep coming back.

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