Thai tanic is quintessential Thai food. Best in the area for sure and no different than you would…read moreget in country. The service is so welcoming and your order is done quickly. Tiny inside but you can eat there and I have. Go here it's awesome. Try their hot oil...

Had it for take home really good food Service they were…read morevery kind and gave good choices on dish's It was take out as for a ambiance soo It's a small venue but those tend to be really good Will be back!

Parking: nice sized lot…read more Decor: clean and not too tacky like some cafe's Staff: friendly and mostly attentive to customers Food: good but overcooked relative to the price. Ordered an egg white omelette and it came out brown (see photos). Looks like they were watching the soccer game and not the grill. Price: seemed a little high, $9 for one side pancake. Overall: I would go back if in the area for the cleanliness but I'd shop around to try other diners too.

Quick service always really good food! There wasn't a wait and it was quiet in there. Can't wait to…read morebe back!

We normally opt for take out but decided to sit in at the bar…read more We started with the street corn dip, which was underwhelming. It was cold corn with chips. It was good, I just wish I knew it was a cold salsa We got the two meat platter with ribs and pulled pork 2 sides; Mac and cheese with mash potato's and cornbread. The meat was fall off the bone and so tender and juicy We got some cider on tap and the euphoric margarita, which has cucumber and jalapeño. A cool and spicy combo. Jenna was the bartender, great conversation

This was our first time at Taino and hopefully my experience is not typical. Being a smokehouse, I…read morewas really looking forward to some tender pulled pork. What I got instead was very chewy meat that seemed more like cartilage than meat. Very disappointing. My wife ordered the surf and turf special. She ordered her steak cooked medium well, but it was served sliced up and well done and dried out. Others in our party had no complaints, so I think we just ended up some bad luck, and a show that quality here is not consistent. Service was good with attentive wait staff. The atmosphere is unique and upbeat. Too bad the food quality didn't match up.

I am all in on Lima 32 Peruvian restaurant. Back in January, I noticed the Lima 32 sign in the old…read moreTacos mi Nachos space in Meriden. Something about the sign aesthetic made me think it would be a good place. I Yelp-Searched it, and Lima 32 damn near had a perfect rating based on less than 50 reviews. I'm a Food Blogger. So I try to explore new places and avoid repeating spots I know. I've eaten at Lima 32 three times since January. Lima 32 is a small casual Peruvian spot located in a very small plaza in Meriden. Parking is tough, but they've done a nice job with the aesthetics inside. Lima 32 is also available on DoorDash within a certain area. I've now had the Lomo Saltado, the Arroz Con Marisco and the Chaufa de Pollo. Best Lomo Saltado I've ever had, and I've had a really expensive one at a famous CT spot. It's basically a beef and veggie stir fry. You can see the chef making it with fire in the pan if you have the right seat. The soy and oyster sauce based glaze is good salty. So flavorful and everything is perfectly cooked. Best Arroz Con Marisco I've ever had. It's a saucy Peruvian paella. The sauce (Aji Amarillo) has a well rounded creamy pepper flavor. The seafood, like crab, mussels and shrimp really stand out. I suspect the seafood varies depending on what's available. The Chaufa de Pollo, a Chinese fried rice style dish, was very good too. Huge pieces of chicken. Eat it with the delicious Aji Verde sauce. Is Lima 32 hidden? I don't know. But it sure the hell is a gem. It's must visit. 5 Stars

Waitress was kind and it was really nice in the restaurant. Food was pretty good! Calamari was…read morecrispy and yummy, yuca sticks were alright. Chaufa Rice was delicious, brought some home to eat later. Great service and vibes.

Just finished a full Philly cheesesteak and it definitely hit the spot. I went with onions,…read morepeppers, cherry peppers, and light mayo--the flavors were spot on. The Highlights: * Proportions: Excellent meat-to-topping ratio. They don't skimp on the steak, which is always the biggest test. * Flavor: The cherry peppers added a great kick that cut through the richness of the meat and mayo perfectly. * Quality: A really solid, hearty sandwich that feels worth the order. One Small Note: The full sub comes as one continuous sandwich. If you're looking to split it or just prefer smaller halves, you'll want to grab a knife or ask them to slice it for you, as mine came uncut. Overall, a great lunch spot if you're craving an authentic-feeling Philly. I'll definitely be back!

Krave Cheesesteaks has had a lot of good buzz from the CT Foodie, Blogger and Instagram Community…read more I was recently able to visit for lunch. I live in the Hartford area, Krave certainly has one of the better cheesesteaks within a reasonable driving distance. The seating area has two person tables. They were both full most of the time I was there. Luckily, one was opening up as my cheesesteak was done and I was able to eat there. They could fit one more 2 person table there, and that seems like a good idea from what I saw. Service was friendly. I ordered a cheesesteak, which automatically comes with onions, Cherry peppers, whiz and American Cheese. I added sweet peppers, mushrooms, Mamba Sauce (described as a sweet hot sauce) and mayo. The steak was obviously fresh. It was maybe cut a bit thicker and coarser than many places. My preference would be a touch thinner. I also could have used a bit more seasoning on the steak itself. I was looking forward to the cherry pepper flavor, but it didn't stand out. I wonder if they misunderstood and substituted the sweet peppers for the cherry peppers instead of including both. The bread was about average for a cheesesteak. I think there's an opportunity to level up there. The other toppings were generally good. I've heard good things about the "salmon steak" and the "shrimp steak". I'll possibly be back to try the shrimp steak at some point. 4.25 Stars

Just happened to be driving by and had to stop in. The place looked so cute from the outside. I…read moreactually thought it was going to be a book store. Guess I can't read. Fresh maple syrup and honey! Fudge and all types of desserts! And lobster roll?!? They also have sympathy and get well cards. Check it out if you go by!

I swung by The Spoon Shop for a lunch pickup for work, and everything was spot on. Since the owners…read morerun the place themselves, it has a really warm, homey feel. We ordered a mix of paninis, sandwiches, burgers, and fries, and despite the variety, the service was quick and every item was exactly as ordered. It's a charming little spot, and they even have a gourmet corner where you can pick up gourmet desserts, which I can't wait to try next time. If you're in meriden or nearby, make sure to stop in. Tons of lunch items to choose from.

I came across this food truck at a fair. Delicious! My meal was filling without leaving me…read morefeeling weighed down or guilty of eating the typical fried fair food. Even my husband enjoyed his "burger". I would challenge anyone with preconceived notions about meat alternatives to give them a try. Aside from the food, the service was friendly and the truck was clean and inviting.

I used to buy this food everywhere the truck went…read more This past we ordered food then two hours later we were both vomiting and the runs. Almost like they were pissed about something. The salad had a few leaves the rest was quinoa. Never again I guess the time to run to Porto Rico is calling. You lots many veg people.

This food truck was at the New England Cidery about a month ago. They have the most wonderfully…read moredelicious flatbreads. Something a bit different compared to the normal food truck fare I have seen, and I liked it! Great for sharing and they are bound to have something for everyone. They also do take credit cards!