Smoked wings - Kitchen Sink - Extra crispy Best wings I've…read morehad in a very long time. THE FLAVOR WAS INCREDIBLE. Juicy wings. Will be back asap

My mouth is so sad. Was told this place was known for their Kitchen Sink wings. Let's start by…read moresaying the wings were so incredibly small I feared I wasn't eating chicken. The signature Kitchen Sink sauce was off/putting and tasted like it had literally been concocted from the leftover food floating in the dishwater. Also ordered cheese fries (which the server forgot). When they finally came out they were hot and fresh but tasted like they'd dumped garlic salt on them. The cheese was tasteless plastic and there was about 4 jalapeños which I paid extra for. These were so disgusting I just left 5/6 of the plate uneaten. When I left I had the most disgusting residue left in my mouth. Like I was literally driving back to my hotel trying to wipe my tongue off to get the taste to go away. If you are ever fooled into going here, go next door to Frank Pepe's instead and save yourself the trouble. PS. Those two apps were Happy Hour specials and still cost me $25.PSS: I only post when things are 10-10 good or really really bad.

Not only is there nothing wrong with Soul Bowl, it's F***ING AMAZING!!! You walk into a smell that…read moremakes your mouth water!!! Prices are reasonable but the food...the food is OVER THE TOP!!! I've been back 4-5 times since being introduced to it and I already have a fav - a sautéd shrimp bowl, hold the rice, double both the crack-n-cheese and sweet potatoes!!! The shrimp are HUGE & slathered in garlic butter! There's nothing wrong with the rice, but I'd rather fill-up on the crack (Mac) and sweets, both of which are OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! The service borders on brown sugar sweet, the food comes up fast so you're not kept waiting. Their food comes up in paper bowls with a clear plastic top so you can see exactly what you're getting while maintaining 75-85% recyclability!!! All in all, they've earned (& continue to earn) my highest marks. DO NOT MISS THIS PLACE!! One foot note: Because all their food is made fresh daily, when if something runs out, it's out for that day. So, if you want to have dinner and you're coming by 15 minutes before closing, you might want to call ahead and see if they're out of anything you're jones-ing for!!!

I kept hearing about this soul food spot, so while I was in the Wethersfield area, I decided to…read morestop by and see what the hype was about; Soul Bowl's Restaurant. I later found out they have other locations as well. When I arrived, I noticed this is more of a grab-and-go spot. There is no seating area for dining in, just a small waiting area with a couple of chairs. Parking is street parking, so keep that in mind when stopping by. I ordered in person, and I have to say the service was quick! Within about seven minutes, my food was ready. As soon as you walk in, you can see the menu and even see the kitchen area, which I always appreciate because you can get a feel for how your food is being prepared. The employee who greeted me was very friendly and welcoming. You can also order online. I ordered the seasoned rice, shrimp, mac & cheese, and collard greens bowl. First impression... the bowl looked beautiful and was put together very nicely. Everything looked fresh and appetizing. The shrimp was sautéed in a garlic sauce and had great flavor. The mac & cheese was definitely a highlight, very cheesy! When I put my fork into it, the cheese stretched and expanded the way you hope a good mac & cheese will. The collard greens were good, although I'll be honest, I've had better. They still complemented the bowl and added that classic soul food feel. At first glance, I thought, "Is this going to be enough?" But after eating it, I was completely satisfied and full. The portion was actually just right. The price was reasonable and within the range of what many restaurants are charging today. What makes this place stand out to me is that it tastes homemade and I love fresh food made with care. My only suggestion: PLEASE consider adding cornbread to the menu (hopefully soon ). A piece of cornbread would complete this bowl meal perfectly! Overall, I would definitely recommend Soul Bowl's. Great flavors, quick service, friendly staff, and that homemade comfort-food feeling. I'm already curious to try more from their menu! What should I try next?

Like a moth drawn to the light, I was attracted to this restaurant walking by. I love an upscale…read morevibe - and a restaurant that takes care to craft a comfortable atmosphere usually means my patronage will mean an evening spent well, and this place delivered! Most notably, the food was especially delicious and full of flavor and texture, albeit salt being a bit heavy on the pallet, but not overbearing so. Good date night location!

Got a reservation at 5 for Monday night and we're the only customers here for the first 1/2 hour…read moreuntil a group of gal friends met at the bar and livened things up. Beautiful ambience, classy, quiet music in the background. Molly our server was friendly, attentive, and helped us especially with selecting our dessert. We ordered the old fashioned and Negroni from the happy hour menu to start with. They were so delicious that my husband went to talk to the bartender to find out how the particulars of how the Negroni was concocted. We ordered the baby gem Caesar salad and chicken katsu sandwich from the happy hour menu and the steak frites from the dinner menu which comes with skinny fries and arugula salad, Everything was well seasoned and delicious. To top it all off we shared a chocolate chip bread pudding (thanks for the recommendation, Molly!) Super happy with the whole dining experience. 5/5

I dropped in, and to my pleasant SURPRISE, a beautiful renovation was underway! The space is open,…read morewith high ceilings, an airy feel, and a modern aesthetic. It's FIRE!!! (as the kids say) It was crowded despite being early evening. The only available seats were at the bar area near the windows, which was fine because we were determined to experience the "new" place. We ordered the tuna tartare and lobstah rolls. The accompanying chips are homemade (slightly salty, but my taste buds are really close together). The host was attentive and gave us the royal treatment. We put this gem back on rotation and we are definitely returning!!!

Updating my original review to add a few things... Fork n Fire recently made significant…read morerenovations to the main bar area. It now feels more luxe, modern, and high-end. The textured walls are gorgeous and give the space a style it was definitely missing before. As usual, the happy hour menu never disappoints. The Pomjito is a personal favorite.. refreshing, light, and not too sweet. We also got the oysters and mussels, both solid. The mussel sauce was unique compared to a typical tomato base, which we really appreciated. For my entrée, though, I was disappointed to see that the tuna salad I always order had completely changed. It used to be an arugula salad with Asian flavors and the tuna served on top. Now it It's a Niçoise salad, and the tuna is awkwardly placed on the side. Nothing about the tuna tasted like it did before. I'm usually a sucker for ahi tuna, but this was honestly one of the most disappointing ahi dishes I've ever had. It felt totally incohesive with the salad next to it. I really wish they didn't change the menu so frequently. Once I finally find an entrée I genuinely look forward to, it disappears. That said, we'll still be back for the great happy hour food and solid drinks. Now it's just a matter of finding a menu item I like... and hoping they keep it.

It's amazing that this place is still open when there's so many better options available. I suppose…read moreit's... affordable? The service was nice, which is why it's getting anything above one star. The staff was very friendly. But the food is not good. We were served what must have been packaged frozen vegetables that seemed fresh out of the microwave, overcooked meat with thick, off putting sauce. It felt like the food you'd get at a hospital cafeteria or something. The restaurant itself feels like nothing has been updated in the last 70-80 years. I understand some people might find the "neighborhood restaurant vibe" to be nostalgic and comfortable, but to us, it felt like a place waiting to die. When there are literally insanely better options next door, across the road and down the street, please don't waste your money here.

The Fernwood has been in business in the same location for 80....yes 80 years! Not many…read morerestaurants can make that claim! A dependable American comfort food menu. Daily specials, fair prices, excellent service and comfy, quiet surroundings. Not trendy, no cutting edge culinary exploits. A great place to have a satisfying meal with good conversation with friends. Easy parking and accessibility is a plus as well!

Found this little spot for lunch on a road trip. I think this was some of the BEST fried chicken…read moreI've ever eaten. Great fries, too. The staff of one person was nice, too. And free street parking too by the way. If you are looking for a restaurant with modern design, large bathrooms, and a lengthy menu, this is NOT it. But the CHICKEN. I am salivating still.

The fried chicken is delicious! Very light batter, super crispy but juicy inside. I believe the…read morechicken is brined. It has great flavor. You do not need any sauces! The chicken is made to order so it does take a bit of time. There's free street parking. The interior is very outdated but I was there for the fried chicken. Very affordable prices. I would definitely return.

Visited on a Friday evening and was able to be seated right away with no wait. The waitress was…read moreattentive and helpful walking me through the menu and picking out some items that were gluten free. I chose to get the veggie burger with fries and my boyfriend got the outlaw burger smashed with eggplant fries. The veggie burger was made in house and excellent, but definitely needed two hands and many napkins to eat. It was the perfect amount of spicy. The fries are shoe string and crispy and delicious. They also had fantastic, soft gluten free buns which is rare to find. My boyfriend enjoyed his burger, too. He also loved my fries (typical) and his fries. My boyfriend also got a strawberry milkshake that he said was excellent. I had a strawberry mojito and it was STRONG but good. Definitely made the drink worth the money. The only thing I didn't like on the plate was the pickles. The waitress said they were made in house "bread and butter" style but they kind of just tasted like honey. I'm a pickle lover and these ones did not do it for me. The resturant itself was comfortable (with their own parking lot which is rare in West Hartford) but I didn't love the layout. It kind of reminded me of a church community center with a bunch of tables in a basement and not the best artwork. Compared to other Max locations, this one's decor was a little lack luster. I also did not love that there was a charge to have my fries prepared in a separate gluten free fryer. That being said, this was a solid, higher end burger restaurant with a unique menu and plenty of non-burger options.

This place is seriously never a miss. Every time I come here, it hits the mark no exceptions. The…read moreburgers are hands down some of the best I've had, always cooked perfectly and full of flavor. And the spinach and artichoke dip? Absolutely addictive. It's creamy, well-seasoned, and just the right balance of cheesy and savory. The ambience is another reason I keep coming back. It has such a great vibe , welcoming, and perfect whether you're going out with friends or just want a solid meal in a good atmosphere. And I have to mention the waitressing is always on point. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely makes the experience even better. You can tell they care about the customers. Overall, this spot never disappoints. Consistently amazing food, great energy, and top-tier service every single time.

I recently ordered Soul Bowls WH by Door Dash for the first time. I had heard some folks praising…read moreSoul Bowls, although I think they had gone to the Hartford location. I ordered a Build Your Own Bowl with Soul Rice, Mac, Greens, Fried Shrimp and Soul Sauce. Overall, the bowl was good and held up well on delivery. The best part was the Mac and Cheese. A good soul food style. The next best thing was the shrimp, which were well cooked without being overcooked. They did a nice job with the batter. The Greens and Soul Rice were about average. Perfectly fine. But the rice could have been seasoned in a more distinctive way and there was nothing about the Greens that made them pop. Solid 4 Star Review. I would repeat.

Had the best egg roll. It was huge and filled with lots of protein and cheese…read more The staff is patient as you pick what you want because you will want it all.