This review is really 4.75 for reasons I will explain but regardless of the 1/4 point deduction,…read moreMillwright's remains one of my five favorite restaurants in CT. The grounds, the old millwork setting, ambience and views just feel comfortable while still upscale. I prefer the main dining area to the tavern or covered walkway because you get a glimpse of the kitchen that consistently generates fabulous food with seasonal ingredients and re-imagined classics. Tyler Anderson is back in charge these days and his food is just really good Trusting in him we did the five course menu tour: local oysters with mignonette; cornbread with sesame butter; then one of those classics that has been played with a bit: tapioca pearls prepared to channel clam chowder with bits of bacon and herb! The next jawdropper was frozen shaved foie gras over a strawberry cream compote with pumpkin seed granola. The entrees (you get both) were monkfish schnitzel with a pickle and potato salad and seared strip with potato galette and cioppolina onion. Dessert was a panna cotta with strawberry and angel food crumble All of these were delicious and unique in there on way. Our table relished and discussed every course in an a way that was fun and social. The food made sing and think! The only knock was this: the menu had some redundancies with strawberries and soft textures: the tapioca, foie gras dish, and panna cotta were delish, we could have done without three dishes for people who can't still chew! Service was very pleasant but painfully soft spoken and could benefit from some more fine dining polish. These are minor quibbles. Two weeks later and we are still telling everyone we know what a terrific meal we had... This is a must go restaurant

We dined here yesterday evening to celebrate my husband's birthday. We had never been and made…read morereservations to sit on the bridge. Pretty area but I was honestly thinking it was going to be more quaint and romantic. It was not. The area is somewhat narrow which makes tables spaced close together and it's really not that private. But the space is nicely decorated and if you sit on the right side (which we did), you're right in front of the waterfall. I would try the dining room next time just to compare. Our server Anthony was professional, kind of and accommodating. We started with cocktails - I had a creative gin drink called Dot Dot Dot. My husband loved his Old Fashioned - he meant to ask what type of bourbon they used because he thought it was very good. With the tasting menu - many of the options apparently change regularly though based off other reviews it appears there may be similar options from time to time. We started with their Johnny Cakes which the waiter said the restaurant is known for. Another reviewer ranked them a 7.5/10 and I couldn't disagree more. They were one of the tastiest bites I've eaten in a while. Crispy, buttery and divine. I thought they were to die for. Served with creamy honey sesame butter which was also delicious. My husband doesn't eat fish so for his amuse bouche he had a little puff served with cheese, that was amazing. For his first course - he had the Ricotta Raviolis. They were as beautiful as they were delicious. My amuse bouche was a tuna tartare that was a perfectly balanced bite. I had the Tapioca custard as my first course. The bacon was a bit too smokey for my taste and overpowered the dish in my opinion. It could have used a bit more liquid but it was a unique few bites. For our mains, my husband's porcini risotto was rich, creamy, and full of earthy flavor. I had the bass with cauliflowerini, golden raisin-caper gremolata, Marcona almonds, and a cauliflower purée--thoughtfully composed and very flavorful. The final savory course was a crispy duck breast with port-poached pear, port reduction, and sweet potato purée, which was beautifully executed. Dessert was a pomegranate pavlova--crisp on the outside with that perfect soft, marshmallowy center. A delightful finish to the meal. Overall, the dishes were not only delicious but also thoughtfully composed and visually striking. It made for a memorable experience, and we're already looking forward to coming back--maybe in a different season to see how the menu evolves.

The beer here is great but wish I read my previous review because I forgot and odered another Greek…read moresalad. Yuck !!! Absolutely the worst Greek Salad ever. The chef should go to Michael Angelo's in New Hartford to see what a Greek salad is supposed to be.

We loved our meals! First off I am always impressed when the wait staff do not write down our…read moreappetizer and meal choices and later our dessert choices and there were no mistakes. The food arrived slowly and allowed us to enjoy our meals!! The food was delicious and so fresh and all the fried offerings were not soaked in oil! My sweet potato fries were perfect and my hamburger was so delicious with just the right amount of toppings !! Overall a delicious and enjoyable meal! Even my summer sangria was amazing! Thank you to our waitstaff!'

Had a delicious breakfast at Effie's. We were seated on the front patio. It's such a nice touch…read more There's a cover over you to block the sign. I ordered the builder an omelette and had mozzarella sausage, onion, and spinach. It was cooked to perfection and very filling. Additionally, I substituted tomatoes for the home fries the service was excellent and I would definitely return.

Great Corned Beef Omelette. Tasty corned beef, loaded with meet and cheese. Very good! Service…read morewas excellent and atmosphere is always nice.

I found this restaurant on TikTok and immediately knew I had to try it, so my friends and I made a…read morereservation for Sunday brunch at 12:30. When we arrived, parking was definitely a challenge. Once inside, there weren't many people indoors, although the outdoor patio had a decent crowd. We were told our reservation was for inside seating and that we couldn't be moved outside. However, a couple we had chatted with in the bathroom mentioned they didn't even have a reservation and were seated outside right away. That was a little frustrating. After speaking with the hostess, another host, Joanna (aka Jojo), stepped in and was incredibly kind and accommodating. She was able to get us seated outside, and we really appreciated her help. The outdoor ambiance is absolutely beautiful. It feels like a little garden oasis with sandy areas that give it a beachy vibe. It's such a relaxing, fun place to have brunch. The service was great. One server brought our drinks while our waitress took care of us, and they were both friendly, upbeat, and attentive. The food was good! I ordered the chicken sandwich with an egg on top. I was starving, so I devoured it, but I do remember the chicken being really well seasoned; our waitress even mentioned that beforehand, and she was right. The brunch special was also a great value. For around $29, you got your entrée plus a mimosa or Bellini, which I thought was well worth it. Despite the initial seating hiccup, I would definitely come back. The beautiful patio, friendly service, and good food made the experience worth it.

Located inside the Delamar Hotel, this place is clearly popular. We originally wanted drinks and…read moreappetizers at the bar, but it was packed, so we grabbed a table instead. There were several celebrations going on, which made the atmosphere lively and fun. The food was great -- I had the Steak Frites and we shared a cheese plate. The cocktails were well done, the service was excellent. The ambiance had a great energy to it.

Excellent service and our meal was delicious! Outside patio is lovely…read more Love the location and the beautiful trees.

Had a great Happy Hour experience last week, and going again this week! Friendly service, yummy…read morefood, casual lively vibe.

Honestly, the meal felt like I was being edged. Everything was close, flavor wise, but just needed…read moresomething. We got hamachi crudo and I don't know if the supplier of fruit is in cahoots with la Croix but I've never had a slice of citrus taste so bland. The dish was in desperate need of some acidity. Foie was great, I think the only plate aside from the halibut that didn't need any tweaking. We also got the pour over and over as our first drink -- I am fascinated how a cocktail can be both an espresso martini and not at the same time. I wanted to love it, then I saw it and wanted to hate it - then was left feeling perplexed and intrigued by the experience. I think that's a good way to describe the evening, perplexing and intriguing and I'm not sure how to feel but I do not think I will be back for anything other than cocktails because it is frankly a waste of time and money. The place itself is pretty and very Instagramable. The service was fine. You have to put in your entire order at once because that's what the chef prefers which feels a tad pretentious to me -- kind of the vibe of the whole place. Two key words as a takeaway: overpriced and underwhelming.

We had a 7 course tasting menu for three. It took a little over two hours. It n my honest…read moreopinion, I wanted to see what the hype was about and I don't get it. It's decent food but not the greatest. I get it, it's fine dining but not all the flavors were there. Three of us paid almost $800, so, yes, I was expecting to be blown away with my tastebuds in overdrive but my tastebuds were underwhelmed. Started off with canapés: east coast oysters (green grape granita); could've used sprinkle of salt. Beef tartar (green garlic kimchi aioli, lime, mint, anchovy breadcrumbs); needed more salt, very bland with little flavor & carrot veloute (coconut milk, red curry, cilantro, peanuts), very delicious and flavorful. 1st course: Hamachi Crudo (celery, sorrel, green apple), needed salt. 2nd course: Foie Gras Torchon (black mission fig, five spice, brioche bun). Brioche was extremely dry and cold, not buttery and soft like a brioche should be. 3rd course: Mackerel (thompcord grape, lardo, smoked yogurt); extremely fishy and unpleasant. Grapes were sweet and delicious and smoked yogurt and lardo didn't contribute anything great. 4th course: Chestnut Tortellini (browned sage butter) was great! 5th course: Dry Aged Rohan Duck Presse (beet, huckleberry, port jus) was underwhelming. Breast was cooked to right temperature but skin was super fatty and soggy. As an avid duck eater, I think a crispy skin and more seasoning in the actually meat would've been nice. It needed salt for sure to enhance the flavors but the roasted and pickled beets were delicious. The port just didn't do much for flavor and huckleberry was delicious and could've used more of it. 6th course: A5 Wagyu Ribeye (roasted daikon, black garlic bordelaise, hen of woods) very delicious in every aspect. The black garlic bordelaise brought this entire dish together with its incredible flavor! I wish the bordelaise was served with the duck as well! 7th course: Foie Gras Ice Cream & Apple Tarte. Interesting ice cream flavor by itself but eaten with the apple tarte it worked well. The tarte had crispy bits of caramel that added great texture and flavor. Ambiance is beautiful on the 20th floor overlooking Hartford. I'm sure it's beautiful during sunset. Again, I wish I was blown away like others have been. Maybe my expectations are too high, I'm not sure. I'm neutral as I am unsure if I would recommend this establishment. I do know that I wouldn't return.

My family and I went to Ridge Kitchen in Bloomfield for Easter brunch, and it was absolutely…read moredelicious! Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The atmosphere was welcoming and perfect for a holiday meal, and the staff was friendly and attentive, even with it being a busy brunch service. It was such a great spot to gather as a family and enjoy a special meal together. We all left full and happy, and we're already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend for brunch or any special occasion!

Great food, prices were reasonable, atmosphere and ambiance. Highly recommend. You don't have to…read moreplay golf.

Love Nutmeg Restaurant! Lacks a little in ambiance and there's no bar to sit at (but they do serve…read morealcohol) but they make it up with great food and service! Professional servers (long time staff) that actually know what they're doing (unlike every local chain) and amazing food at very reasonable prices. We had clams casino (wish we got 6 clams instead of 4), pork chops special and salmon in honey and mixed nuts - ALL delicious! Absolutely worth checking out because great food and usually no wait in the dining room. Banquets age their main business but the restaurant is a hidden gem!

Buffet was terrific. Food was great and plentiful. Service was on top of everything and helpful.read more