"Imitator, intimidator, stimulator Simulator, eliminator"…read more(Eminem) If ten state of the art golf simulators are your stimulators, you'll love a visit to Back 9 Social. And your visit will not be handicapped by a lack of gastropub like food and drink. Their golf simulators are very impressive and combine radar and camera technology to faithfully recreate some of the best courses in the world, including St Andrews, Pebble Beach, and 120+ others. A professional organization I belong to held a gathering there last night and had a great time. We ordered and paid for our drinks through their big bar through a QR code, but you can still pay the old-fashioned way with cash if you prefer. We had plenty of their pizzas which were quite yummy. Our golfers had a blast and I should point out that although some of the other customers I saw actually brought their own set of clubs, Back 9 can hook you up with their clubs for men, women, lefties, righties, and kids. And of course, plenty of tees and balls to whack into their high-definition screens. The facility is gorgeous, the golf simulators were amazing, the staff was helpful and friendly, and it was a very enjoyable experience.

This location is super fun and well-decorated, offering good bar food and a full bar. We had a…read moregreat time celebrating a birthday, and the service was quick.

The staff here is amazing! They go way above and beyond to help others. Would recommend to others…read morejust based on the service alone.

Please save yourself the embarrassment and close down or hire a whole new staff. Including the…read morekitchen person. Such poor service and how do you run out of food. There was nobody in there. I can say so much more negative than positive this place was a one and done for me.

Walked in on a rainy December 23rd night for some last minute gifts, knowing absolutely nothing…read moreabout cigars. Young guy at the counter quickly sprang into action and walked me through several different options within a wide range of price options. Not once did I feel any pressure or feel belittled about not knowing what I was looking for. Settled on 2 choices because they were the style he was currently enjoying and he spoke with so much enthusiasm so they had to be damn good. Would come back based solely on this experience, ease of shopping, knowledge of the products being offered and comfortability of making solid choices and recommendations.

there is no way there is any form of smoke filtration system in that place at all. not to mention…read morethe owners was rude and I overheard him talking about a customer that he refused to let in. I asked about why the cigars I had in my locker there had an awful moldy aroma to it i was told the humidor in the lockers had not been working for some time . Also there's constant talk about the place being closed or sold when Ever I'm there ,which is concerning because they are selling yearly membership to customers. I was told that I have to buy a cigar now evertime I come in even though I'm a membership holder and keep my cigars there. The place is run down hill and now the mold issue is of concern because I have to inhale the cigars that may be contaminated with mold .

Whoever is in the kitchen baking this Irish soda bread needs to market this because it was farkin…read moredelicious!! Always good service. Good tap selection. I'm having a new Holland Dragon's Milk bourbon barrel stout which is far better than Guinness. Just my opinion Their cocktails are always well prepared and delicious. Crowd is always nice. We keep coming back

Good food. Big bar tight parking. Friendly service. Inside and patio seating available…read more Small menu but all very good. Conveniently close to the Oakdale music venue.

Great spot for lunch with coworkers--delicious food, friendly staff, and quick service! The salmon…read morewith the rasberry sauce on top was to die for !

My expectations were high for this place. The ambiance, decor and location are all on point. Cozy,…read morechic, New England vibes. My friend and I started with a glass of wine, and the service in the beginning was good. However things quickly went downhill. This library proves you can't judge a book by its cover. We ordered the calamari appetizer. When it arrived, I opened my silverware from the napkin and discovered that my fork was filthy-- a giant glob of white, crusty food, the size of a dime, was still stuck between the prongs. I waited for my waitress to check in (she didn't deliver the food) but she never came. We tried to get the attention of another waitress and were ignored. After 10 minutes, with my calamari growing cold, I eventually walked to the bar to get a replacement. The bartended exclaimed, "Gross!" -- my sentiments exactly-- when I showed him the fork. By the time I actually sat down to eat, the calamari was cold. It was also super tough and chewy. There were hardly any peppers. We didn't eat much of it. I love French food, and I ordered the duck for dinner. I ordered it medium. When it arrived, it was cooked well done- perhaps in an oven rather than seared. I say this because the skin was not crispy and the fat had not rendered, so the skin/fat remained thick, chewy and inedible. Usually the crispy skin is the best part of duck, so I was disappointed. I had to cut off the skin and thick layer of fat to make it edible. It tasted quite gamey and there was no pink center. It came sliced into thirds, so they knew it was overcooked when they served it to me. I only ate a small portion. The rest of my dish (which came out looking stunning by the way) was also a big disappointment. Although it looked beautiful at first glance, I discovered the delicata squash still had the rough, inedible skin attached. The cherry sauce was heavy-handed and drowned my brussel sprouts, sweet potato purée and carrots to the point that all I could taste was the sauce (a thick, sugary glaze). I did my best to eat around it, because my waitress didn't check on us until much later. In fact we were basically done by the time I saw her again. I had given up at that point and left most of my food behind. There was also an issue with where we were seated. We had a small table in front of a window, but completely blocking a much larger table in a narrow corner. There was a family there when we arrived, and each time they got up to use the bathroom, I had someone's body pressed against my chair to squeeze by. A woman's behind actually grazed the back of my head at one point. When the family left, I could feel them brushing my coat off the back of my chair, resulting in them stepping on it. I can't blame them- it was a tight spot and a very awkward place for a table. I was annoyed that the waitstaff (I'm assuming) took the other chairs at my table, making a 4 seat table into a 2 seater, so I had no choice in where to sit. I didn't understand why they did this, because there was a lovely fireplace nearby and I had my back to it all night. Clearly, they weren't thinking about the dining experience from the customer's point of view. Maybe I could have switched tables but finding my waitress was like trying to find Waldo all evening, so it wasn't worth the hassle. Safe to say I won't be back. If you decide to try it out, be sure to get there early as parking is a pain to find at peak dinner hours.

Have been to Mikro a handful of times - always good. Cool vibe. Tonight came with my parents and…read moresat to the left of where you walk in to get away from the bar. Although chilly in here, we had a nice time. My parents loved the food too which was great. Tonight I got the Arepa which apparently, I won't get again because it's the second time I've had it (not here the first time) and didn't care for it. The pulled pork on top was good though I just don't care for the dish itself. A bit bland. My picture unfortunately didn't come out good for that dish. My dad got the Panko Crusted Fish Sandwich and my mom got the nachos. They loved what they got. I've been in the past and had the pizza, the poutine, pork belly sandwich, etc. I'd love to try the crab dip and whipped ricotta someday. Fun spot.

I think of Mikro as one of CT's early Gastro Pubs. I hadn't been for a while until I visited this…read moreSummer for a Vermont Burger. The Vermont Burger came with candied bacon, Vermont Cheddar, BBQ Sauce, lettuce, red onion and pickle on Brioche. I ordered it medium rare, it was closer to medium well, but the meat was high quality and it was a sizable burger. The toppings were good. I loved the onion rings. They were the thick kind, and well executed. They offered salt and vinegar seasoning, which I had never seen before for rings. Very tasty. The vibe is kind of dark inside. Service was friendly and efficient. 4 Stars

Came here right before the kitchen closed, but enough time to get the food out…read more We ordered the pig wings which were crispy and deep fried. I also ordered a chicken bacon ranch melt. Food came out quick and everything was good. I also ordered an ectoplasm fruited sour beer.

stopped here on Halloween and I absolutely love that this place was an old bank! We sat up top and…read moreour server was very nice and welcoming! The only downside is that when you're upstairs and downstairs is really busy, it takes a little bit longer for them to come back up which is understandable. I don't remember the exact name of what I got but it was fries and brisket or pulled pork - it was drenched in this bbq sauce that was overpowering and just wasn't for me. however, my fiance enjoyed his huge burger and my mom liked her chicken sandwich but was a little overcooked on the outside.

First time at yellow King brews and what an amazing place it is. I've never seen such a vast array…read moreof unusual cold brews. I believe this is the only place like it in Connecticut. The banana cream cold brew was delicious!!

Cute little coffee shop attached to the Bristol bazaar shopping area. They Have a variety of…read moredifferent types of coffees and alcoholic beverages to choose from. I ordered the espresso martini flight and it was delicious. My favorite Martini was IN A NUTSHELL (Black Star Espresso, RumChata, Trader Vie's Macadamia, vanilla, macadamia cold foam, cinnamon) service was fast.

Christo's has been in my bucket list a while and I had a show to attend in Oakdale so it was time…read more I was alone so I sat at the bar and ordered a salad and a pie. Friendly service, friendly clientele. The pizza was very good, maybe a bit more cheese than I prefer, thin and only lightly chewy crust was good. All in all a good experience and delicious.

Went for a birthday dinner, place is smaller than I thought, but we went on a Tuesday night and had…read moreno problems with seating. My family loves New Haven style pizza so we had to try the classic cheese. Sauce was delicious, but not as much char and it was much doughier. Overall still a decent pizza compared to many other places. I liked my chipotle chicken wrap, lots of flavors especially with the sauce that's in it, fries were super thin and crispy. The burrito was HUGE, my brother struggled to get half down, but he really enjoyed it.

We recently stopped by Westbrook Lobster and overall had a really solid experience. The atmosphere…read morewas relaxed and inviting, with that classic seafood restaurant feel, and the staff was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. We started with the garlic parmesan Brussels sprouts, which were flash fried and topped with parmesan and garlic. They were crispy, flavorful, and easily one of the better appetizers we had that night. We also ordered the coconut shrimp, which came out perfectly cooked and crispy, but surprisingly didn't have much coconut flavor at all. The portion size also felt a little small for the price. For entrees, we tried the gnocchi alla vodka with lobster and the Tuscan seafood pasta. The gnocchi itself was very good, soft, rich, and paired nicely with the creamy vodka sauce. The issue was the lobster portion. For a pasta dish pushing close to $40, there simply should have been more lobster included, otherwise the price point feels hard to justify. The Tuscan seafood pasta was enjoyable overall and delivered exactly what you'd expect from a hearty seafood pasta dish, with good flavor and a satisfying mix of seafood. Overall, everything tasted good for what it was, and the experience itself was pleasant thanks to the ambience and welcoming staff. While a few dishes felt overpriced for the portions, especially the seafood add-ons, it was still a good meal and a nice spot for a casual seafood dinner.

I went to dinner at Westbrook Lobster on Wednesday we had the bang bang shrimp Appetizer omgi was…read moreexpecting like small shrimp dish tossed in sauce. No it was 4 battered jumbo shrimp with a very spicy bang bang sauce. Loved it but would get the sauce on the side it was unbelievably hot I actually had to order chocolate milk . My cousin order the lobster Mac and Cheese huge pieces of lobster she said it was great. I had the seared scallops with roasted potatoes and broccolni. Amazing I had plenty of for Leto red . Our waitress was very attentive and super nice . Beautiful atmosphere. My cousin order had tried it last Month and said that the lobster carbonara was delicious and so were the lobster nachos . Definitely a hidden gem in Wallingford. Wheel chair access and also outdoor seating. Enjoy Thanks Chris M