I'm back! The restaurant is located on 829 Main St. in Manchester, CT. They offer an authentic…read moreBritish gastropub experience with traditional food like Fish & Chips, Scotch Eggs, and Shepherd's Pie, alongside cocktails and ales, in a setting that often features live music. It's known for its unique atmosphere, popular dishes, and is a good spot for groups, with happy hour specials available. The pub operates on a first-come, first-served basis and is a popular new addition to the local scene.  For my first drink, I'm having the Bramble on Rose. This is made with Bombay Gin, fresh lemon, rise water and blackberry syrup. It's their take on a 1980's classic crested in SoHo London. For info on its history, go to: https://www.diffordsguide.com/encyclopedia/1655/cocktails/bramble-cocktail-its-inception-told-by-its-creator. It's served in a 16oz glass so it gets a bit diluted. Still, I like the taste. I am starting with their Soup of the Day which is the cream of chicken/mushroom. This is hot and delicious! That's a big spoon. I'm also having a side Caesar Salad (light on the croutons). This is just right! It tastes great! For my entree, I'm having the Mandu's Masala made with sautéed chicken, tomato, mild or spicy (spicy, as hot as possible) curry sauce in a yogurt cream sauce served with Basmati rice and grilled naan bread. This is considers the UL's national dish! This is nice and spicy! That's a lot of food! I loved the cute, little pieces of naan. The sauce is thick! I love it! For my next drink, I'm having the House Cup. This is a traditional British cocktail well known for its herbaceous and referring taste. It is made with Pimm's No. 1 Liqueur, fresh lemon, mint and seasonal fruit. This is well garnished and tastes great! For dessert, we are trying the Panna cotta. Panna cotta ('cooked cream') is an Italian dessert made with sweetened cream thickened with gelatin and moulded. It may be flavoured with coffee, vanilla, or other flavours. Wow! This is great! What a great meal here!

I got the opportunity to attend the grand opening of Audacity in Manchester, CT and here's how it…read morewent! (Sorry this is so late. Lol.) Atmosphere/Appearance: Set right downtown Manchester on Main Street is this gem where Lucky Taco once stood. It echoes the standard British pubs and taverns from across the pond with deep yellow lighting, woods, exposed brick walls and open floorplan kind of vibe. It was lively, energetic and welcoming! Service: Lara took excellent care of us and she was very helpful! I had no issues at all. Food/Drinks: On the table when we arrived was an Irn Bru which is a SUPER popular drink sold in Scotland, often beating Coca-Cola in sales. It tasted like orange licorice, but it was actually pretty decent. Our first appetizer was an order of Crisps which were like thick cut potato chips with some garlic parmesan seasonings which I actually enjoyed! There was plenty of flavor from each component involved. Next up was the 007 which was their spin on the martini James Bond orders! In it is Wheatley Vodka, Bombay Gin, and English Tea Infused Lillet Blanc. It tasted like a dirty martini and was pretty strong! Smooth as well. I enjoyed it. Next up was a dish called Toad In The Hole which is Yorkshire pudding stuffed with smoked sausage then topped with caramelized onions and gravy. I have never seen anything like this before, but it was so strange, but pretty decent! The Yorkshire pudding was a bit eggy and dense. The gravy was a must though, since the other components of the dish lacked the salt that I was seeking. Next up was the Cloth Of Gold Old which is an Old Fashion with a twist which contained Old Forester, fresh lemon and honey. I enjoyed it, but I'm not sure why the mention of Old Fashion was on the menu unless this is supposed to differ from an "Old Fashioned". No matter, moving on. Next up were the Potato Pom Pom which are fired potato balls served with a house-made cheddar cheese sauce. It sounds like a simple dish. The cheese was thick, majorly cheddar-y. I really, really liked these! They tasted like a fancy tater tot. The potato inside was so soft and tender and the exterior was so crispy. My last drink of the night was the Bramble On Rose which is their take on a 1980's classic created in Soho, London. In it is Bombay Gin, fresh lemon, rose water and blackberry syrup. This was my favorite drink of the night. It was fresh, had some herbal flavors and the rose flavor made itself known. I really, really liked this drink and would certainly order it again. Lastly, the quintessential Fish & Chips! It's Atlantic cod in a brown ale batter, served with musky peas, chips, tartar sauce and a curry sauce. The curry sauce was surprisingly fantastic. I was blown away and absolutely needed more of it. The mushy peas resembled guacamole, but I had no idea how I was supposed to eat them. Lol. Were they a sauce? I don't know, but they tasted exactly how you'd think they'd taste. The fish was also fantastic. It was light, yet greasy and crispy. Value: The most expensive thing on the menu is $22.00. This place is not expensive at all so you certainly won't break the bank. Portions are decent size too. In conclusion, I absolutely enjoyed myself here and highly recommend you (reading this) to check it out! British food is... unpredictable if I must throw a word on it. Lol. Like, I almost couldn't predict what some of this stuff would taste like because I had never had anything like it before! Now, I'm a believer!

First-time customers at Ryan's Sports Bar and we were seriously impressed. The atmosphere was…read morewelcoming and fun from the moment we walked in. The French Onion soup was absolutely amazing, the wings were cooked to perfection, and the shredded pork nachos were packed with flavor. And those Margaritas... on point! We had a great experience all around and would definitely recommend

Parking: shared lot with lots of spaces…read more Decor: what you would expect for a sports bar though for lunch time the music was very loud Staff: friendly but not too attentive, watched the cook show the bartender someone was waiting for service when there were only 10 ppl at the bar Food: excellent, the prime rib cheddar melt...OMG!! Fresh and so tender...one of the best sandwiches I have had in months! Overall I am 100% going back for the food.

The Main Pub is always a great local place to have a drink, eat a meal, listen to some music, and…read morein warm weather, sit outside on a beautiful patio. We stopped by on a cold night for some dinner. Sat in the bar area at a high top table. It's welcoming, comfortable, and 'nice'. We were there on a Thursday night. They have trivia on Thursday, but not until 8:00. Since we came at 6:00, we didn't want to wait around that long, however, another time we will plan to come later. Our server was beyond nice (I wish I found out her name). Whether it was checking if we had what we needed or making sure our member number was recorded - they have a Loyalty program. My husband had a turkey sandwich as a wrap. I had the fish tacos. Comes with 2 tacos and a side. I got the ceasar salad as my side. Took 1 of the tacos home (lunch the next day) Delicious.

Came here for Sunday night Karaoke. The atmosphere was great. Great group of people that came out…read moreto sing. The bartender was great and very nice. Both bartender and manager kept everyone safe especially from those who may have over drank. Would definitely come back to try their food! Kitchen closed at 10p.

I'm back for my last Tuesday Night Trivia of the year. The restaurant is located at 623 Main St. in…read moreManchester, CT. While technically a sports bar, the food and drink quality is way above a normal sports bar. Right off the bat they serve waters. For mg first drink, I'm having a Black Manhattan made with Elijah Craig Small Batch, Carpano Antica, black walnut bitters and filthy cherries. Filthy Black Cherries are premium, all-natural Italian Amarena cherries, slow-cooked in copper pots and widely recognized as a top-tier garnish for whiskey and tequila cocktails, such as Old Fashioneds and Manhattans. Known for a sweet-tart flavor profile, they are a favorite among professional bartenders for their firm texture and rich syrup. The Manhattan is a classic, spirit-forward cocktail made with whiskey (traditionally rye), sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters, stirred with ice and strained into a chilled glass, typically garnished with a maraschino cherry or a lemon twist. It's known for being strong, sophisticated, and balanced, with a mix of spicy, sweet, and bitter notes. This is real good. It is nicely garnished and perfectly balanced. I think the bartender is the owner. For out first appetizer, we are getting the Fornarelli's Meatballs. These are these of their "famous" meatballs made with their signature marinara sauce with fresh basil and mozzarella. These are good! Wow! We are next getting the Onion Rings which are their signature house-made onion rings fried golden brown with chipotle aioli. Yep. These are good! I like the sauce! For our third appetizer, we are getting the Sicilian Calamari which is fresh calamari and hot cherry peppers fried with their signature marinara sauce. These are tasty! I love the sauce! Sprinkle that lemon! For my next drink, I'm having the Pearly Old Fashioned made with Maker's Mark, filthy cherries, Cara Cara orange, raw sugar and Angostura bitters. The Manhattan is a classic, spirit-forward cocktail made with whiskey (traditionally rye), sweet vermouth, and Angostura bitters, stirred with ice and strained into a chilled glass, typically garnished with a maraschino cherry or a lemon twist. It's known for being strong, sophisticated, and balanced, with a mix of spicy, sweet, and bitter notes. Oh yeah! This is well garnished and perfectly balanced. For my entree, I'm having the Chicken Piccata made with chicken breast sautéed with artichokes and capers in a white wine sauce and chefs choice of starch and veggies. This is delicious! I love the sauce! For dessert, I'm having the Nonna's Tiramisu. This is their authentic tiramisu recipe just like Nonna used to make! We are also getting the Covonut Gelato Truffle made with coconut gelato, mango sorbet center enrobed by chocolate and coconut flakes. This is the biggest chunk of tiramisu I've ever had! What a great meal here!

I had a pretty disappointing experience at The Pearl. The atmosphere came across as a very typical…read moredive bar style setting, which can be fine depending on what you're looking for, but the service didn't quite match even basic expectations for hospitality. We came in as a group of six after a long day and simply asked to be seated in an empty section so we could sit comfortably together with my daughters. We were told that area was reserved only for large parties, even though it was completely empty at the time. We even offered to push together two 4-tops to make it work, but were still denied. It just felt like there was no flexibility or effort to accommodate guests, which was disappointing given the situation. Overall, not the kind of experience that makes you want to return.

Great social club! Moved from East Hartford to Vernon at the Old Free Spirit! They have…read morecompletely renovated the place and it's awesome. Everything is brand spanking new and modern. The bar is huge, there are high top tables and low. A pool area, and a room you can rent for parties. The people are friendly and welcoming. They have a kitchen that serves food and have specials for lunches also. Weekend nights you will find karaoke and musicians. Buy yourself a bucket f beer, grab a seat and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere. If you are so inclined ask about joining!

We arrived early for a show and learned that there would be three bands for entertainment. We took…read morea booth in the front so we would have a good view. The place had been here for a long time and many folks around CT were familiar with it as a music venue. I ordered a turkey club on rye which was pretty dry. My date had the meatloaf which he liked . They didn't have ingredients for an old fashion so we had beer. Our waiter was Jodie who was attentive even though the room was filled up with music fans. Overall it was a good night. The music was good the company was good and it was a comfortable place. to spend the evening enjoying music and the crowd.

I would say the only reason I have been to this bar is to see the bands, which are decent…read more However- this bar is extremely small, especially for a place that hosts bands/events. We ordered nachos and it looked like someone just microwaved some Tostitos with cheese on top. They have the audacity to charge cover ($7) when they have shows which seems like a lot given this is definitely a dive bar in a random location. It is more of a local bar, not really in a popular or walking area. It is near Charter Oak park so there is plenty of parking. Bartenders always seem to be in a mood each time I've been here but wait staff was friendly enough.

I'm enjoying my once a month cheat meal! Fried food and an ice cold beer (or two). Extra fries,…read moreextra ketchup and no cheese. It's just perfect!

Amazing bartenders, darts, pool, just a good time. Come on down. Junior a solid gent.read more

Meet up with friends for a few drinks and had a great time! Was surprised by live music and the…read moreespresso martinis were absolutely delicious!! The service was also great and easy parking is a plus!

I wanted a chocolate martini so I searched for a nearby place to try out & found Social Lounge…read more It's next to Max Fish in Sommerset square in Glastonbury. Plenty of parking. The place isn't too big. Bar stools & some hightops. There was a big screen tv with a football game on, and there was decent music (not too loud) playing. I had been to a speakeasy overseas recently, and though I wasn't expecting something that different, I did wish this place had a more interesting vibe. The interior was nice, just felt it needed something 'more'. We were there on a Saturday night - kind of early (a little after 8). Hardly anyone in the place, but I'm guessing it fills up later? I noticed outdoor tables for nicer weather which would be good. My chocolate martini was really good & reasonbly priced ($13). My husband had a beer (bottle) for $5. Server/bartender very nice, making sure our drinks were good. We didn't try any food (they have some small plates). Overall - there was nothing bad about Social Lounge. It was good, however, not great.

Very cool hookah lounge! Definitely the most fun one in CT with dance music playing and lights all…read moreover the place. My cousin and I stopped in around 8p since we are big hookah smokers and were in the area...we were told the party doesn't really get started till later in the evening but we weren't looking to party that night. The prices are the cheapest in CT for sure. We got the Jack Sparrow flavor in a fruit bowl and it was BEYOND amazing! It didn't get harsh and we were able to enjoy it for over an hour. The staff there was super attentive changing out the coals and clear out the bowl regularly which we were pleasantly surprised by. I'm definitely returning again and 100% looking forward to checking it out when the party really flowing.

I'm gonna be honest, the lights and decor is nice but the hookah isn't good at all. the flavors…read morearen't great either. the music is the same stuff and terrible. when you do hookah you don't listen to rap...it's a quality moment and hookah makes you relaxed. they should start playing relaxing music. I'm telling you, the music is terrible, it just kills your whole mood. RELAXING MUSIC IS WHAT YOU NEED. It may be 18+ but when you walk in it's obnoxious in there. go to any hookah bar but here. unless you wanna be in high school all over again.

Always great food & great people . Highly recommend . The drinks are always good too!read more

This is a highly-rated local favorite and I can't believe it took my this long to check it out. A…read moreclassic pub fare ... friendly, casual setting. While known for their exceptional wings and burgers, I've heard praises of the entire menu, which also includes what I ordered... the buffalo chicken wrap ..perfect for a lighter, yet equally flavorful, meal. The portions are generous and great value. Weekend live music, music bingo every Thursday night and karaoke events...there's always something for everyone.