Food was excellent Service was impeccable…read more Drinks were delicious Great night out supporting a wonderful mission

Great place in a quiet spot on the edge of frog hollow- a very up and coming spot!…read more Socially and environmentally conscious and great flavors!

First time at The Laurel, and honestly, I am lost for words trying to describe how amazing the food…read moretasted. OMG, the place is so cute and cozy, and the espresso martini was so good. The potato flautas and crème brûlée were definitely my favorites. I wanted to go in during brunch, called the restaurant to check if they serve potato flautas during brunch, looks like you can only get them during dinner. We were a group of 4, and our server, Soley, was incredibly kind and helpful. She suggested a few vegan options for us, and everything we tried was absolutely delicious. Such a lovely experience all around. Can't wait to come back and try more! Thank you to all the amazing chefs who takes time to come up with these kinds of scrumptious recipes

This place sits on the edge of West Hartford, in the place of the Corner Pub which once stood…read more We ordered the artichoke 'Rangoon', spicy Caesar salad, French fries, kinilaw, crab tostada and so much more. The crab was delicious and tasted fresh. The fries were good. Huge portion. They were perfectly seasoned. The Kinilaw was so good. Very light and I loved the touch of spice. My stepdad got the burger which was massive and boy was it tasty. The Bella Bella wings were good too, and were paired with something similar to a papaya salad. Lastly we got the pumpkin olive oil cake. I was intrigued because it sounded fall festive. It was so good. Similar to carrot cake however I wasn't a big fan of the sauce with it. It was a tart almost apple-like sauce made from Roger's Orchards. Everything was served family styled. Every entree was very delicious and perfectly cooked. The portions were generous, they don't mess around with the serving sizes. Almost every dish had a bit of a kick (of spice) too. I almost wish the menu would signal when a dish had a bit of a bite because I can usually handle my spice, but these dishes definitely snuck up on me. I was a little confused by the art on the walls as they were French influenced, however the dishes were several blends of cultures including Thai, American and Filipino. Overall, this was really good. You can tell they make their food with love and everything is very intentional. This place was also very busy on a Friday night but not overly crowded, there were absolutely no waits for our food.

We celebrated our first anniversary here and had a truly magical evening. The ambiance, food, and…read moreservice were exceptional, making it a wonderful place to mark such a special occasion. We both started off with mocktails, and they were exceptional. Unbelievable taste - light and delicious. My compliments to the bar master. We chose the six-course tasting menu, and every dish impressed us. Our favorite was the Carmelle pasta filled with sweet corn and topped with truffle--an unforgettable highlight. The staff seemed delighted to introduce each dish on the tasting menu, and were extremely attentive and professional. We're so happy Hartford has a restaurant like this. Thank you for making our first anniversary so memorable!

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.

Went for happy hour drinks - unfortunately they cancelled happy hour for the Rodrigo concert…read more The food we got was great and everyone was happy with our appetizer of the whipped ricotta with squash and bread. We had to order the pear sangria 3x it was so good! Tasted like an apple pie, the photo doesn't do it justice. I wish we had sat at one of the cozy booths, the bar was very nice as well. The other menu items looked great, especially the steak and burgers, cant wait to be back.

Stopped in for a dinner around 5:00 on a Sunday and had a very okay experience. The interior of the…read morerestaurant was cute and comfortable. We started with cocktails which were delicious. They had a fantastic dietary guide for each dish, saying which ones were gluten free, could be gluten free with adjustments, as well as dairy free, vegan, vegetarian, ect. For our entrees, we got the Caesar salad w/ salmon, chicken sandwich, and the gluten free pappardelle with shrimp. The salad was excellent and the salmon was perfectly cooked. The chicken sandwich and pasta were a little lackluster, maybe missing a little seasoning. Unfortunately, the shrimp on the pasta was overcooked. Staff was friendly but slow, it took forever to get our bill. We also ordered truffle fries but didn't receive them with our entrees and they didn't come out until we finished our entire meals. Our waitress was apologetic, but it looked like she was running the whole dining room.

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!

Got a reservation at 5 for Monday night and we're the only customers here for the first 1/2 hour…read moreuntil a group of gal friends met at the bar and livened things up. Beautiful ambience, classy, quiet music in the background. Molly our server was friendly, attentive, and helped us especially with selecting our dessert. We ordered the old fashioned and Negroni from the happy hour menu to start with. They were so delicious that my husband went to talk to the bartender to find out how the particulars of how the Negroni was concocted. We ordered the baby gem Caesar salad and chicken katsu sandwich from the happy hour menu and the steak frites from the dinner menu which comes with skinny fries and arugula salad, Everything was well seasoned and delicious. To top it all off we shared a chocolate chip bread pudding (thanks for the recommendation, Molly!) Super happy with the whole dining experience. 5/5

I have been to Beachland Tavern twice. Once, I met friends for a drink during Happy Hour. More…read morerecently, I visited to try the famous Kitchen Sink wings. This review is based upon both those experiences. I'll start with the wings. People have been telling me for years that I needed to try the Kitchen Sink wings at Beachland Tavern . I finally made it, and I'm legit mad at myself for waiting. The Kitchen Sink wings are one of my favorite new-to-me flavors in recent years. They give you an option of a smoked wing or a more traditional wing prep. I couldn't resist the smoked, and you really tasted the smoke flavor. I assume they finished them in the fryer because the wings still had a good outer texture. The sauce was tangy, with a bit of heat and a bit of sweet. Amazing. They'll tell you the components of the Kitchen Sink sauce if you ask, but I don't want to ruin it for people who may want to guess. Don't wait like I did. When I went for a drink at Happy Hour, I had a good time with my friends. It wasn't especially busy. Also, I didn't think they had a top tier craft beer selection. I loved the wings. Happy hour was overall pretty good. 4.25 Stars

Food was good but the waitstaff seemed to be over worked. Everyone was pleasant but the long wait…read moreto be seated, then a long wait for food. Need to hire more staff.

This American-Mexican diner was such a great find! We chose to sit in the outdoor seating area, and…read moreit was the perfect day to enjoy a meal outside. The atmosphere was relaxing, clean, and family-friendly. One thing that immediately stood out was the menu. It's about 10 pages long, with an incredible variety of options. Whether you're in the mood for breakfast, lunch, American classics, or Mexican favorites, there's truly something for everyone. The presentation is beautiful. The drinks are garnished with fresh flowers and slices of lemon or cucumber, making them feel extra special. Even the food is served with colorful touches like a slice of orange and a strawberry on a skewer, showing they really pay attention to the details. My kids enjoyed an orange juice and an apple juice. I ordered the mango dragonfruit lemonade, and it was refreshing, flavorful, and the perfect drink for a warm day. For my meal, I had the avocado toast topped with an egg and crispy bacon. It was fresh, filling, and absolutely delicious. The boys loved their meals too. One had the chocolate chip pancakes, which were fluffy and loaded with chocolate chips, while the other had a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich served with crispy home fries. They also offer a great selection of specialty waffles and pancakes, giving us plenty of reasons to come back and try something new. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the service was outstanding. Every staff member we interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit. Between the delicious food, beautiful presentation, generous portions, reasonable prices, and excellent service, this is definitely a place we'll be returning to. I highly recommend checking it out!

Family friendly place. Food is always delicious with bilingual staff. There is likely a wait but…read moreit's worth it. I love coming here!

We have been here numerous times and have had a good experience every time. The food is excellent,…read morefresh and interesting. There's always something we are excited to check out when we haven't been in a while. The restaurant is both nice enough that you feel really good bringing your out of town friends here to try and impress while also being low-key enough for a simple date night with your significant other. They have a few non-alcoholic drink options. As someone who's living the sober lifestyle, it's always nice to see that. The restaurant is well managed and well maintained. Always clean, servers seem invested. It doesn't hurt to make a reservation if you're coming on a Friday or weekend night. Chicken is the star of the show here, and we almost always order that with some of the ala carte sides, but my wife also likes to grab something else off the menu and I'll usually sneak a bite. We've never had anything that fell below expectations.

Came here for lunch. Ordered a spicy chicken sandwich with a side salad. Food was tasty. Also…read moreordered some adult beverages. I got lavender lemonade spiked with Tito's vodka. Staff here was friendly .

If you're a fan of mac & cheese and chicken sandwiches, do yourself a favor & order the Mac Daddy…read moreSpecial! For $15.99, you get the sandwich plus fries (the sandwich alone is $11.99), making it a pretty solid deal. This place is tucked away in the Parkville Market & is a little spot. This beast of a sandwich comes loaded w/ creamy pimento mac & cheese piled on top of a juicy chicken breast, all tucked inside a soft brioche cheese bun. Every bite was cheesy, savory, & downright delish!It was messy in the best possible way & def hit the spot! The massive amount of fries were the perfect sidekick,rounding out a meal that left me full & happy! The portion was so huge my sis & me couldn't even finish them.1 thing's for sure Mac Daddy made it jump, jump... Mac Daddy made it jump, jump! Alright, alright! lol! If comfort food is your love language, this sandwich deserves a spot on your must try list. It won't disappoint your tastebuds or tummy! You're welcome!

Tried the Mac Daddy and it was good. The sandwich comes loaded with a big piece of boneless…read morechicken, pimento mac & cheese, comeback sauce, and house pickles on a soft brioche bun. The portion with fries was definitely generous and super filling. The chicken itself was juicy, clean tasting, and flavorful without being greasy. I got the hot level but thought it would have more of a kick, so next time I'd probably go spicier. On the downside the breading on the chicken was peeling off, and the sauce made the bun a bit soggy, could have been crispier. It really wasn't bad, but CT has too much competition when it comes to fried chicken sandwiches, and it's hard not to compare it to them, why I only gave 3 stars..

One of my favorite places for a coffee in Hartford. Not only is the coffee amazing but they are…read morevery community oriented promoting all kinds of happenings in the area. Just over all a great vibe.

Semilla Cafe is a mixed bag, with a serious dealbreaker for me…read more The big problem for me was the display of a black and white keffiyeh. Political symbols from violent extremist groups that suppress gay rights and perpetrate attacks against certain ethnic groups aren't a thing I need with my morning coffee. I will not be returning, and I'd suggest others avoid this coffee shop as well.