The food was okay, but I was very disappointed in the service. Appetizers took forever to come out,…read moreand our server never apologized for the wait nor checked on us to see how our meal was. Oysters were very good, but the calamari came out cold and was very bland and overpriced. The aesthetics are solid for the establishment, and the entree was decent. Not a bad restaurant, but the service is a major downside and needs significant improvement.

Today was my first time at The Reserve, and I unfortunately have to agree with some of the Google…read morereviews. The food took quite a long time to come out. We started with a couple of drinks, which were very strong..maybe a little too strong. My sangria didn't taste like sangria at all, and I honestly couldn't tell what was in it. It didn't have any fruit, and I think vodka was added. We ordered the calamari and what was listed as hummus with pita. When it arrived, we noticed the "hummus" was actually spinach and artichoke dip. I had to ask about it since I have an allergy and wanted to make sure a certain ingredient wasn't included. We decided to keep it and I'm glad we did because it was absolutely delicious!! The calamari was just as good, if not better. Both appetizers were fantastic. For our entrée, we ordered the rigatoni to share. There was a bit of confusion, as our waitress (who was also the bartender) thought we wanted it packed to go, when we actually planned to eat it and then take the rest home. She quickly fixed it in the kitchen, so really no harm done. My only guess is that since we had been sitting with appetizers for quite a while, she may have assumed we were finished eating.. I mean it was a while. The pasta itself was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very good. However, it was topped with microgreens and cilantro which really threw me off! I've never had a pasta dish garnished with cilantro, especially instead of something more traditional like basil...? It felt like a strange choice and was a bit unappetizing for me. Overall, it was a very... odd... first experience. Would I give it another shot? Yes, but I think I'd wait a bit and hope things become more organized. I have to add it is beautiful inside. They have the cutest lights on the table. Appetizers: 10/10 Drinks: 3/10 Entrée: 5/10

Food is good. Servers aim to please. I have a couple of go tos~ the arugula salad with goat cheese…read moreand the hummus plate.

During a long and rainy trip from NJ to MA, we stopped for dinner enroute at this little restaurant…read moregem. David, our friendly, knowledgeable host and waiter, made suggestions and we each ordered a salad and the Rigatoni Bolognese. The portions were perfect, not outrageously large, but enough to bring some home for another meal. The Spinach Salad with Pancetta, Candied Walnuts, Gorgonzola, Onion, Craisins, and Lemon-Shallot Dressing was crisp, fresh, and delectable. The bolognese was absolutely delicious and as good as any bolognese offered at an Italian eatery in Boston's North End. We highly recommend Bottega if you leave near Bethel, CT or if you're just passing through the area.

Warmly greeted upon arrival. Given the choice of bar seating or regular seating. Chose regular…read more Menu was chock full of lots of food we liked. Hard to make a decision. Nice selection of drinks. Waitress was very nice and patient. Gave us lots of time to decide. She brought some bread with oil which was good. We started with fried calamari. Delicious! Next time I would ask for lemon. I ordered the chicken franchise and my husband chose the chicken Milanese. We each enjoyed our entrees. We couldn't finish so brought home the leftovers. We arrived around 6pm, to a fairly empty dining room. When we left, the room had filled out more. Can easily see this place be hopping on the weekend. Waitress was really nice! Recommend Bottega to everyone. We will definitely be back.

We had an absolutely incredible experience hosting our event at Michael's Tap Room, and working…read morewith Jennie DiCarlo made everything seamless from start to finish. From the very beginning, Jennie was responsive, organized, and genuinely excited to help bring this special night together. Planning with her was effortless -- she handled every detail with professionalism and warmth, making the entire process completely stress-free. The night itself was perfect. The VIP room, the food, the atmosphere, and the entire staff were outstanding. Everyone was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure our guests were taken care of all night. Our guests had an amazing time, and we couldn't have asked for a better venue or team. If you're considering hosting a celebration here, definitely work with Jennie and the amazing staff at Michael's Tap Room -- you'll be in the very best hands. Thank you for helping make this night unforgettable! Wanda & Nicole

I have passed this place so many times and did not realize it was there. I've heard a few people…read moretalking about it recently. We wanted to check it out. Plenty of parking with entrances in the front and back. Lots of seating in multiple areas, including a nice bar area. Multiple tvs available for sporting events. Very clean inside with a friendly staff. Mollie was our waitress. Very attentive and frequently checked on us. There is happy hour Monday through Friday from 3-6. Weekly events including karaoke and trivia night. Check their website for details. The food is great. We tried a few apps. The wings were very good. We got sweet chili and garlic parmesan. Both had lots of great flavor. Pretzel bites were good, but the jalapeño cheddar sauce was ridiculously awesome. I would describe it as liquid happiness. We used the leftover on the fries. This review would have been a four star. However, the Rodeo Burger was one of the best burgers I've had in a while. First of all, it's huge! The burger was cooked perfect and topped with delicious onion rings and bbq sauce. The fries were crispy and delicious. Looking forward to going back soon. Five Stars!

Had SUCH a great time today! Jayra was an amazing waitress -- super friendly, attentive, and made…read morethe whole experience fun from start to finish. Lia behind the bar was also incredible and kept the drinks coming perfectly all morning. The food was awesome, the vibes were great, and honestly one of the most fun morning out I've had in a while. Amazing service all around. Definitely coming back! Highly recommend -- ask for Jayra

We came here after another visit to nearby New York town, and were pleased with our server. She was…read moresuper friendly and accommodated my husband's gluten allergy. He had the special vanilla birch old fashioned and a barbacoa bowl and I had a burger with fries and a Sam Adams cold snap. We appreciated our bill came with two bite sized Ghirardelli chocolates. The restaurant was really quiet. Overall we would come back here again, decent food and service!

The Food and the Service is Awesome! I get Lunch there and occasionally go to Happy Hour there with…read moreFriends.

Tried the carne asada tacos and they were awesome! Place…read morewas really nice inside and the staff was really nice as well.

The last thing I want to do is jump to conclusions of racism but this seemed pretty blatant. I…read morenever jump to that conclusion lightly -- and honestly, I tried to talk myself out of what I was seeing in real time. But after replaying the situation, I couldn't unsee it. My date and I had an 8:00 PM Valentine's Day reservation and arrived on time. We checked in with the hostess and were told our table would be ready "in a moment," which was totally fine. We stood and waited patiently. Shortly after, a white couple walked in behind us and told the hostess they technically had an 8:15 PM reservation but were told to come at 8:00. They were seated immediately. We looked at each other but didn't say anything -- we figured maybe they had something ready and ours was being turned over. Then another white couple came in with an 8:00 PM reservation and was also seated right away. At this point, we were still standing there. No update. No explanation. No reassurance. All three parties were groups of two. There was no difference in party size, and we were on time for our reservation. Being skipped once might be a mistake. Being skipped twice, with no communication at all, felt intentional and uncomfortable. We were left standing there feeling confused and honestly unwelcome. If there was a legitimate reason for the delay, it was never communicated to us. No "your table is being cleared," no "we're just running behind," nothing. Just silence while other couples were seated in front of us. What was the difference between their table and ours that we were moved to the side to stand and wait? Everyone was a party of 2. We arrived on time and were the first ones in the door.. I truly didn't want to believe what this looked like, but it became impossible to ignore. We ended up leaving because the situation made us feel disrespected and unwanted as customers. Valentine's Day is obviously a busy night, but fairness and basic communication are non-negotiable. I would not recommend this place, and I especially would not recommend it to people of color based on how we were treated.

Open on Thanksgiving. We were pleasantly surprised to find a…read morewarm and inviting environment. The wait staff was pleasant and prompt. The three course meal was just right at $49.99. We plan on moving to the area and so, we shall return.

This is an amazing place!! Absolutely love the food, atmosphere and the staff is fantastic!!read more

Food, service and atmosphere have a lot to beg for. Food quality is sub par and atmosphere is…read moreuninviting being that it appears to be a troll cottage and the only comfortable place to eat if your a normal size person is the bar. Sad.

This review is going to be a little different, so please read to the end…read more I arrived soon after they opened, and was told that the kitchen wasn't open quite yet, but that the cook was supposed to be in soon. Fine. I was in no particular hurry. I had a drink. Time passed...and passed...etc. Finally, just before I was going to pay for my drinks and leave, apparently the cook arrived, and the very nice lady behind the bar apologetically came to take my order. At this point, it would take even more time to go somewhere else so I ordered what the menu calls a Philly Cheese Steak, with onion rings. The food comes out and its unlike any other "Philly Cheese Steak" I've ever had before. Two things stood out. First, it was served not on a hoagie roll like every other cheesesteak in the world, but on a kaiser roll, so that when you pick it up, of course, everything falls out onto the plate. The second thing was the complete lack of taste. I did not know that meat, cheese, onions, and peppers could be so bland. Now, you might be asking, "After that, how can you give them 4 stars?". Here's why. When the very nice lady behind the bar came to ask how it was, I was honest...it was terrible. There was a man sitting at the bar, who I assume was the owner. She spoke to him and he came over and could not have been nicer. I don't know what issues he's dealing with in the kitchen, but he didn't seem to be surprised. He agreed with what I was saying, apologized profusely, and here's the kicker...he didn't charge me for anything. Not the food, not the drinks, nothing. When I protested and tried to pay for the drinks I would have had anyway, he refused. So...4 stars. I'm going to assume that they're going through a rough patch in the kitchen, but trying hard to fix things, and more than willing to make it right. I hope it works out for them.

Great little spot in town for pub favorites and a perfect pint of Guinness. We enjoy the service…read morethe best. Attentive and friendly! The food is good. Seems their kitchen crisis is over, thankfully. Full menu is available once again.

It was our first time at Better in Bethel, and we were there to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday…read more(on Valentine's Day). From the moment we walked in, the hostess made us feel welcome, and the great service continued throughout the evening. Liz L was our server, and she was absolutely amazing--attentive, friendly, and made the whole night feel special. She checked in on us at all the right times and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Everyone we interacted with was attentive and kind, which made the experience even better. The food was fantastic and exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Better in Bethel and will definitely be back!

I've always enjoyed the previous restaurants at this location and the streak continues with this…read moredelicious addition to the Bethel dining scene! I came here for a Saturday lunch and loved the menu, the drinks and the atmosphere. I had a really good winter salad that was enough for two meals. We also had some beef Wellington sliders that were so good. I could have just eaten those. We had a side of feta fries which were also good. Service was friendly and it was overall a very nice experience. Looking forward to coming back for dinner.