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

Outside bar service is horrible. Sat at the bar for over 20 minutes and nobody acknowledged me…read more Also tried to double charge me for a second beer.

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

My favorite Mexican spot in Bethel and surrounding area! Food and drinks are authentic and…read moredelicious and always great service. My faves are the quesabirria and my husband loves the enchiladas de mole with shrimp. Also worth mentioning, they make FRESH corn tortillas. Not every Mexican restaurant does this and that's what sets them apart. The drinks are creative and at a reasonable price. Highly recommend!

Quite costly for a burrito, but the quality and the size was excellent, living in California San…read moreDiego to be exact. Nobody has Mexican food like there. the gal at the front was very sweet. When in the area most likely will go 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

Whether it's a quick beer with the kids (adult kids) or dinner for date night, MTR is a great spot…read moreto enjoy a good time. The bartenders are friendly and most know what we drink bc we are there that much.

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.

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.

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.

The crew and I heard about a new barbecue spot all the way out in Danbury, CT so we packed up the…read morewhip and shot out there! Here's how it went at Farmboys Smokin' BBQ! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set right on South Street with its own private parking lot is this gem. What looks like a seemingly medium-sized house on the side of the street is this unique spot. Out back there are several smokers that are fed with wood on a regular basis. Once inside you'll see the rustic concept. Lots of wood everywhere and a pretty open concept. Directly in front of you is the circular bar and off to the left is the main dining room. The lighting is warm and inviting as well. Service: The whole staff really took care of us since we were a pretty big party. We had no issues whatsoever. Food: So I got to try A LOT of things here. I started off with the Just Peachy which is Crowne Royal Peach served with a whiskey-soaked peach and some sweet tea. It was deliciously well-balanced and simple with only 3 major ingredients. Next up was the Homestyle Honey Cornbread. This was very good, soft and simple, I do wish the butter was warmer though so that it was easier to spread. Next up was the Honey Sriracha Glazed Pork Belly. It was so soft, so tender, savory and flavorful. I loved the bit of char from the "skin" and the sweet/spiciness was a great addition. Next up was the Smokey Mac & Cheese that comes served in a super hot skillet and it was SUPER CHEESY, yet very thick as well. This was so delicious, peppery, a bit sharp, but I really enjoyed it. Next up were the Buffalo Cauliflower Wings which are an excellent menu choice for those that don't eat meat. They're served over a blue cheese coleslaw and this was an awesome idea! I was very impressed because coleslaw is usually made with mayonnaise, using bleu cheese was brilliant. The "wings" themselves were crispy and flavorful. Next up was the Farmboys Old Fashioned which is a twist on the original classic. In it is Basil Hayden Toast Premium Bourbon and other secret ingredients. This was delicious as well and was just a hint too sweet to me. Next up were the Super Sloppy Nachos. These are a concoction of melted cheddar, homemade cheese sauce, baked beans, ranch, BBQ sauce, scallions, jalapenos and pulled pork. You can get chicken instead if you wish. These were delicious and very straightfroward, but pretty heavy. I actually really liked the fresh jalapenos that provided a bit of a crunch along with the chips. Very good. Next up were the Brussels Sprouts which are served with crispy pork belly and hot honey sauce. I mean, I guess these aren't healthy as they once were anymore. Lol. These were straight though. I liked how they were cooked and the other flavors involved drowned out the actual Brussels flavor. Second to last was the beef brisket. It was amazing and was so incredibly tender. Just simply amazing. I don't have anything else to say. Lastly, the smoked wings. These were super tender and they still had a crispy skin! The smokey flavor was excellent and there were hints of Cajun, maybe creole in it as well. I loved these so much. Value: Barbecue is usually on a bit of the pricey side, but that's just the way it goes. The food usually takes a lot longer and time is money. That's about it. This place wasn't crazy though and the portions are big so you definitely get your money's worth. In conclusion, I really, really liked this place and just wish it were closer to me so that I could visit more often. However, if you're on that side of the state or not, make your way there to check them out!

Farmboys, Farmboys, Farmboys... I know it's super cold…read moreoutside and business is probably slow, but yesterday's experience unfortunately was not a good one. My wife and son were super excited to try barbecue at this famous local spot, but we definitely caught them on an off night. Reviews are mostly good for this place, so I guess timing and circumstances are at play. My wife ordered the peach cocktail and they were out. I ordered the RIBS, they were out !!! They didn't have the sausage for the combination platter and came out a couple of minutes later saying they had it (most likely just seared because the smoke was not there when we were eating). They were out of Brussel sprouts. They were out of MUSTARD !! I ordered a house pilsner they were out and I ordered another beer. Need i say more? On a good note they can barbecue. The brisket was very good. Great smoke ring and true winner. The pulled pork and chicken both had good smoke. Chicken was a bit on the dry side, but it was still good. Baked beans were good. My wife absolutely loved the cole slaw. Waitress was very good. Polite, apologetic and serviced us very well. We addressed our disappointment and hopefully by summer this famous BBQ spot can get back on track.

Overall, I would recommend market place tavern for its good food and selection. I hope to be back…read moresoon!

Extremely overpriced for very small portion sizes. Service was good, but not worth the lack of food.read more

My husband loves a good Indian restaurant, so we wanted to come check out Spice Indian! They've…read morereceived many accolades, and it's easy to see why. Fresh, flavorful, organic dishes with local produce used, and cuisine from both the northern and southern regions of India. The lamb shank special was cooked perfectly, and it was our first time trying a smoked lobster tail, and we absolutely loved it! All around a great experience, from the delicious food to the attentive service. One of our new favorites for Indian!

Ordered takeout and tried something new which ended up being my favorite. It was a cheese panir? I…read morewish that was all I got! I liked the chicken tikka sauce but the chicken chunks were too dry for my liking. I have ordered cheese naan before at other places but not here and I'm sorry but these were not good. They were dry and over cooked with cheddar cheese? This was the most disappointing.

On a cold day, we wanted to get some steak and some drinks…read more Applebees fit the bill perfectly. Other than the steak, we wanted to try the new OM burger and I should admit, that was quite good. Applebees provided the right atmosphere and very friendly staff for what we wanted that day. We had a nice chat with the staff and it certainly adds to the experience. The table next to us had a kid's birthday celebrated. The smile on the kid's face said it all. Very American. Nice.

Our waiter was super friendly! Very attentive and very nice…read moreto us! The new grilled cheeseburger was so yummy and I would get it again no problem. It was fast service and super quiet for being busy I loved the vibe.