My son let me know this restaurant serves Arethusa Farms ice cream, which is heaven on earth!…read moreImmediately, my husband and I were triggered with heightened curiosity. We visited Arethusa Farms years ago, and we felt like pioneers discovering gold. I digress. I loved our experience at Le Mazet. The food is scrumptious and although the environ is cozy and has an inviting feel of a warm country cottage, the refined service is on par with the legendary Four Seasons Restaurant in NYC (not to be mistaken for the hotel flag). Chef's kiss to Jared and his inimitable staff!

A friend and I met for brunch at le mazet recently and it was a pleasure, from start to finish…read more I had emailed the business in advance for clarification on the brunch menu and received a prompt, friendly response. I made a reservation for our visit and was seated promptly at a beautiful table near the front door. The entire dining area is gorgeous--so much attention to detail. Service throughout our meal was attentive and friendly. I had the boeuf bourguignon and it was so tender and seasoned perfectly. I also had the bread service, featuring sourdough from Small State Provisions--the perfect accompaniment to this hearty stew. We both drank Le Poney Roses, which were balanced and beautiful--a fabulous mocktail that really embodies the spirit of a cocktail. We weren't rushed at all and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I will be back for more!

I had takeout tacos from Leon and they were very high quality. The corn tortilla is fresh as well…read moreas the ingredients. I really liked the mix of toppings and flavors to give a distinct taste to each taco. Tacos were on the pricier side (about $4/each) but worth it for the quality. They also have happy hour days called social hour every weekday

Just average.. and I think in this location, with this layout, you need to be excellent for people…read moreto come back unfortunately. It's such a tough spot. Margaritas we okay, we had a few spicy pineapples and they were inconsistent. Guac was decent.. the chips are super crunchy which I enjoyed. Everything else was okay to decent. We came at 6pm on a Saturday and was a group of 4 and when we left at 8 there were maybe 12 other people there. Very quiet, but again it's the location, layout, and vibe that are tough.

The 196 Club is definitely a "speakeasy" location you should try! I went for a pre wedding…read morecelebration and we reserved half of the location. The bartenders were super friendly and made sure to keep up with the demands of our venue. The food and drinks were top-notch. We were served some finger food, and the meat balls were to die for. The drinks had interesting twists to classic drinks and left me wanting more. If you like mystery and enter a secret hidden bar for the elite just like in the movies, this location will make you feel like that with its setup.

What do you find behind a candy store in Hartford, Connecticut? A very cool speakeasy. We dropped…read morein for a drink after dinner. Our bartender, Jon, gave us great suggestions and made excellent drinks. It wasn't too busy, they played good music, and we could imagine the space with some live music. I highly recommend it, and we will definitely return. Thanks, Jon!

Food, almost very good. Soggy burger bun. Waitress , Nina,…read morewas odd- curt, not listening. Ambience- interesting enough inside, but dumb music meant for the young ones -despite the average age of us who were eating as customers.

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!!!

Stopped in during an event on pratt st. 2nd visit. Birch bourbon was bold & hints of birch were…read morevery nice, overall a smooth bourbon. The tacos were excellent, very flavorful and fresh, and very filling/ample meat portions. The double taco-shell helps hold it all together. Wednesday was the perfect day for a peaceful visit before the rain storm. Happy hour menus attached for reference! Every visit, the staff is perfectly welcoming and knowledgeable, and the food surprises my taste as a former picky eater. I would be excited to get tacos again, or try something new.

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

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!

I've been wanting to get up here to dine and it only seemed fitting to start the New Year off right…read morewith Union Kitchen's fried chicken and champagne brunch. New Year's Eve dinners/New Year's day brunch specials, in my experiences, have always been a cash grab by restaurants where you would get a decent meal but always leave hungry or the opposite where the price was super extravagant yet food was mediocre at best. THIS WAS NOT THE CASE!!! Food was amazing. Chicken was spiced and fried to perfection. Crunchy without being greasy. I refuse to eat fried chicken in public yet almost human eating this with people around. Juicy meat, 4 piece of half breast, wing, thigh and drummy all meaty. Sides of picked pepper mac&cheese and Cole slaw. My wife tore into that coleslaw like her life depended on it and was everything she's been looking for in a slaw Breakfast burrito was packed full of goodness, substantial. Side of potatoes which could've been a meal in of itself. $19 and well worth it. Brought half home for breakfast the next day. All in all, not only was their value in the prices offered throughout the menu, the food is incredible. Service was amazing. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, good eye for when we needed something without us having to ask. Perfect start to the new year and aching to come back for dinner. It was worth staying home NYE and falling asleep early in order to be fresh and ready for this dining experience.

Went for "girl dinner" on a Thursday and it did NOT disappoint…read more They have a special with a kale Caesar salad, fries, and an Aperol spritz for $25! (You can add chicken tenders for an upcharge $10) The drink can't be swapped for another alcoholic drink, but you can switch it for something non-alcoholic if you want. Everything was sooo well flavored. The kale Caesar? Literally to die for. I never take salad home because it gets soggy...but I ate it the next day and it was STILL so good and the croutons were somehow still crunchy The chicken tenders were amazing, the fries were perfection, and even though I'm not usually an Aperol spritz girl, I finished the whole drink 10/10 would go back for girl dinner

The Laurel Brunch today was selected for a special birthday--it was a delicious, pleasant…read moreexperience. The interior of the restaurant was lovely- beautiful wallpaper; comfortable booths. Food and cocktails were delicious.We shared delicious Brussels sprouts and chicken wings for appetizers. I had a creamy tofu scramble for my meal. My companions all had egg dishes which they all said were very tasty. For dessert I had scrumptious Tiramisu- not too sweet, just right! My companions had slices of confetti cake - the frosting was meringue! Their specialty cocktails were varied with interesting, flavorful combinations- not the usual. I decided to try a Manhattan instead which was very, very smooth. Our server, Lonnie, was very gracious and attentive. At the end of our brunch she served us sparkling wine, courtesy of The Laurel with a happy birthday note for our birthday celebrant- such a lovely surprise!

Ambiance was lovely. Nice lighting. I was with a group of 14. Drinks were lovely. The fig…read moreprosciutto arugula flatbread was so yummy. The tagliatelle with mushrooms was my favorite!

Second time to Treva Saturday night. Always busy. All the restaurants are like this in West…read moreHartford but they pack you in so tight you can barely move. To the point where trying to get in to the table my purse knocked over a water glass and it smashed. I'm not large either. Anyway. First time here I felt my dish was much better. I had the Branzino and it was great. This time I had the fruitta de mare and the sauce was extremely bland. Dish felt dried out. Not enough variety of seafood either. Mostly mussels and calamari. Was presented in a weird dish too. I did not care for it at all. They gave me gnocchi for gluten free pasta. It was fine just sauce was bland as mentioned. My boyfriend loved his Orrechiete and it was very good. I will say from the mozzarella bar we had the burrata and the tomatoes were flavored beautifully and the bread also looked quite nice. Bf said it was great. Giving Treva a 4 for last time it was great and everything other than my entree this time was good.

Mecha is the kind of ramen spot that gets everything right. From the moment you walk in, the peppy…read morevibe and good music set the tone for a great meal. The energy is lively without being overwhelming, making it a fun place to hang out or grab a quick bite. The food is the real star here. The ramen is rich and satisfying, and the add-ons are especially flavorful--they genuinely elevate the bowl rather than feeling like an afterthought. Everything comes out fresh and well put together. Service is another strong point. The servers are attentive, friendly, and impressively fast, so you're never left waiting too long even when it's busy. And if you're in a rush or want to enjoy it at home, Mecha does an excellent job with takeout--the food travels well and still tastes great. All in all, Mecha is a consistently solid ramen spot with great food, great music, and a fun, upbeat atmosphere that keeps you coming back.

As a wasian Vietnamese who is from SoCal, this was not good pho. It tasted watered down and it…read moremight've actually been because real pho broth is made with bones and will gelatinize when refrigerated (bone broth). Their broth was still liquid. We got pho tai and pho ga. Barely any meat which is a disgrace. One good thing, their noodles were chewy and I haven't had much experience with chewy rice noodles. The appetizer edamame was good. Not Asian but still good. Service was decent. It did take a while for the food to come out. And they were busy so I acknowledge that.

I loved everything about this place - the decor, the ambience, the vibe and of course the food!…read more My friend took me there for the first time on my b'day. I didn't get to try too many tapas as she's vegetarian and a light eater. But I didn't try the wine that they give through a canter. It was a little embarrassing for me but I think it would have been more fun if we were a bigger group and everyone having it. If you are a vegetarian please do not skip Patatas Bravas and the spicy eggplant. I filled myself up with these. Anyway, I went back there with family and got to try more of their delicious tapas and drinks. I would say everyone left happy.

Tapas !!! Met up with friends and it was perfect because all…read moreOf us had not been in years. We were able to Make Happy Happy Hour so definitely took advantage of apps and drinks before time was up. The manager was very helpful. Menu is not labeled GF however she did take a menu and marked all the options for me which helped a lot. I started off with patata bravas from the happy hour menu and they were pretty tasty . I know my friends ordered other tapas that they were not a big fan of because it was a tad dry. I did order seafood paella and it wasn't bad. I've had better though. My mocktail was delicious. The dessert was also very good! It wasn't busy when we were there , it was slowly picking up when we were leaving . Barcelona always has a nice vibe for any occasion!