What a cute little hidden gem! We stopped in for a lunch date in December. The drinks were…read moreexcellent and the food was great. The atmosphere is really cute. Highly recommend!

This is a small eatery (I counted max 39 seats between tables and the bar) with difficult parking…read more I was able to get a spot right in front b because I went to lunch, but the parking lot has signs saying it is for employees of the wood shop next door, and no trespassing in the lot across the street, so I think street parking is the only option? Service is great, very attentive and friendly. The food is what earns this three stars. I tried a stuffie, German onion soup, a Farmhouse burger, and a key lime Mason jar. The stuffie was a little small, and most of the flavor was imparted by the ham and the squeeze of lemon. The German onion soup, I'm not sure why it was German except to not be French? Outside the name difference, the onions were way too large, and there was a total lack of flavor going on in the soup. The crock was very large too. The burger and fries looked pretty good, and I enjoyed the flavors here. The fries were rough hewn, so there was good crispness from all the edges. The toppings of the burger, and the bun, were also hearty. Unfortunately, my medium rare burger was more like raw meat with surface browning. I'm a big fan of rare steak, but ground beef needs a little more cooking. Also, the house made ketchup is really more of a marinara sauce. If I'd ended up eating more of my plate before they took it away to re-fire the burger, I would have asked to replace the ketchup. The key lime Mason jar was e everything you want to wrap up a meal. Great flavor, lightness, citrus. I did have to bring most of it home but, unlike the burger they brought back in a box, I'm excited to get back into the key lime. From an accessibility stand point, there is no ramp to get in nor handicap parking, so the evidently don't want your business. Once you're in, there are some seats you could get in, but if this place were full it would be difficult to navigate for anyone. The bathroom is a single room, but very spacious and nice. So, mixed bag for access. Your mileage may vary, but I'm not racing to return.

The food and staff are EXCELLENT! We have brought friends who've have made a trip to our quiet area…read moreand they all wish it were closer to their homes! Also we love to be able to bring our XOLO pup in good weather.

What a true Irish pub! Loved the atmosphere and the friendly staff!…read more Brussel sprouts were unique and delicious! Sweet savory combo bacon, fig jam, apples and crispy sprouts. The flavors danced on your tongue. Wished we had a few more sprouts. The Cuban Ruben was also a delicious flavor combo. I expected the sandwich to be warm but it was cold. The house made corned beef was perfection (lean, no fat and super flavorful)(wished for a tad more) slaw, fresh homemade pickles all very fresh and delicious! Don't pass on the house made chips, salt & vinegar. These were a delight! We loved it there and will definitely be back. The place had a great crowd and clearly a favorite for many locals. Many local options but this one did not disappoint!

This place is so perfectly named. Despite being from Groton when I walked in there was a sense of…read morefamiliarity. The decorum was not the same but the energy reminded me of my old stomping ground (O'Neils in New London RIP). I enjoyed the collection of decor, especially the dragon hanging from the ceiling and the little guy in the upper corner. The bar tender was friendly and I enjoyed over hearing them talk with regulars. I ordered the happy hour nachos and a Diet Coke. There wasn't anything fancy about them but they felt nostalgic (and very cheesy!). I want to come back and try one of their grill cheese but I don't know if my tummy could handle that much cheese in one go.

A bit divey, but the tables were very clean and not sticky like you usually find in a bar setting…read morelike this. Manager on duty very friendly and helpful. We loved the pretzel spears and beer cheese. The amount of cheese and flavor was amazing! A little disappointed on the soup. Probably because I prefer traditional beef based. My husband had the ham bone sandwich. It was okay, but he found it very chewy. We're going to try it again. Might have more luck with other menu items.

Update. I didn't think my last review was too negative, however a manager still contacted me to…read morediscuss our experience and wanted us to be 100% satisfied. We returned today and had impeccable service. My burger & my Wife's cuban sandwich were both excellent....

BLUF; Really good BBQ meat, meh pizza. I went to Black Dog…read morefor dinner. The staff are all super friendly and the restaurant is very spacious inside. The bench seating was very comfortable, though some of the tabletops were pretty tall and all wood, so maybe not the easiest to sit at for a while. The restaurant has an extensive menu, but when I saw the pitmaster section I knew I had to try some of that. As an appetizer there were potato skins with pulled pork. Wow, these are not the wizened, come from a frozen box, potato skins. These were large, brimming with flavor and cheese. From the pit was brisket and ribs. Each came with corn bread, one with fries, the other with mac and cheese. Corn bread, so good, nice grainy texture, not a baked sugar slurry like you can find elsewhere, up here in the north. The brisket is super tender, doesn't need much sauce because it's packing all that natural and smoke flavor. The ribs are not dainty. You're going to be getting in here with your hands, like proper ribs eating. I'm so unused to that, and it resulted in me bringing half the rack home because a half rack was so filling. The edges of the ribs were dry, but all the interior was pull apart tender and delectable. Again, only needing a touch of their homemade sauce. The fries were robust but still crispy and seasoned well. The mac was the only miss for me. Too toothsome and not much flavor. Because they also do wood fired pizza, I got a cheese with ricotta to go. I'm not sure I ever need their pizza again. The crust was thin but not very crispy except on the cornicione, which had a lot of herbs sprinkled on it. The sauce disappeared, flavor wise, and so did the cheese blend. Side notes - I know everything has gotten crazy expensive, but the prices here took me aback. $16 for three pieces of bacon? Also, the 10% military discount was only applied to my ribs, but nothing else, so I'm happy they have one but it may only be applied to your food and non alcoholic drinks on Tuesdays and Fridays during their specific windows.

The roll on the burger had a nice crisp toast without being burnt. The meat was cooked very well…read more The haddock was a large, crispy piece. Nicely breaded. We also ordered the trip appetizer of potato skins, pretzel bites, and mozzarella half moons. Delicious. The timing of appetizers and entrees was perfect. Our waitress was attentive without hovering, which was good. Just as pleased on this second visit as with the first. I want to try their steak next time. As for ambiance, very casual, but tables and floors seem very clean.

Disgusting. Meat did not taste good at all. Bacon tasted like it had gone bad. Me and my two…read morechildren's stomach hurt after. We got chicken tenders, a burger and mac and cheese. Never going back. The pulled pork and mac and cheese tasted SQUISHY.

I love Nikki's! My husband and I eat here atleast once a month and their hotdogs are consistently…read moredelicious. We usually get the Mexican and the coney and really enjoy the combo! Their service is hit or miss however, the cashiers have never been super warm, and there are times Itll take us 25 minutes to get 2 hot dogs and there won't be many people waiting - but when we're not in a hurry it's worth the wait, and when we're are in a hurry, they offer online ordering! I love the very old school diner vibe they have, the train inside is super cute and always gives us something to look at.

We experienced great service at the Storrs location! We had a pretty large order and the lady…read moretaking our order was kind enough to throw in some free fries on the house!! not only was the service like family. But the food is a super wide variety and super good! Came here a couple times now

Their fried claws are the best. Tender,very tasty just awesome. The sundaes are delicious…read more Everything we order is top notch.

Please forgive me for not taking pics of the food we ate. My wife and I went here with her parents…read moreand this is what we ordered, for $60: 2 cheeseburgers, 1 king cheeseburger, fish sandwich, half pint clam strips, half pint clam bellies, fries, onion crisps and a small chocolate shake. The fried food was a little cold but really tasty. My fish sandwich was so simple and very delicious. Chocolate shake was the bomb. Clams and fires, good. It's ridiculously inexpensive to eat here and the setting is pretty peaceful considering it's smack dab in a residential neighborhood. Kind staff too. This place is worth the stop.

Tried to eat here today. Is this permanently closed ? There were threatening no trespassing signs…read moreposted on the door.

This place needs a fresh review! Here goes. Been here a few times. In spite of sounding like a beer…read moregarden, it is welcoming to all parties from what I have observed. They even had Christmas decor up this last time around. Nice touch! There is a hostess upon entry (typically) who is ready to promptly seat you. Bar, high tops, and standard tables are all available options. I have always felt the service was standard for a relatively busy establishment. Just the right amount of time. They have people working the front of the house, as well as people in the back running food. Efficient! The food has been consistently good. Not outstanding, but nothing to whine about. I will continue to come here on occasion for sure! Recommend and Bon Appetite!

So close to 5 stars. I came here for lunch because I was…read moreinterested by the best steak claim on the front of their menu. I was here at lunch time on Tuesday, so it wasn't busy, but it is a very spacious interior with a number of distinct sections, so you could easily come here for the bar area or a nice meal out. I had the daily special appetizer: poutine. Additionally I got a rib eye done Montreal style. The poutine was great, though pretty large for an appetizer. This could have been a meal all on its own. Nice crispy pub fries, melted cheese, and brown gravy, all flavorful but not too salty. I did put a good amount of it in a to-go box because I would have had no room for lunch if I'd finished it. The rib eye came with asparagus and fries (for some reason you can't get mashed potatoes until after 4pm?), and oh man can I see why they've won awards for this. With the Montreal seasonings and blue cheese butter, there was no lack of flavor, and this steak was cooked nicely medium rare. Such a tender piece of meat, it went right down and I was so happy to find a place doing steak proud. I was all set to give this place five stars, but then I went to the bathroom and thought it was straight out of a cubist painting. Weird angles, tight space. As a tall person I had trouble, and from an accessibility stand point it was a nightmare. All in all, based on the food I had, I'd send anyone here. I'll be back myself. I can't wait to have more of that steak, and I'll have to try out the other styles while I'm at it.

Great place with a super vibe and good food in Putnam. Attentive service as well which makes such a…read moredifference. Cross between a pub and western saloon, this is a great hideout for some good cheer. Was great to see the place humming. The French onion soup was great.lots of cheese Next time will go there with a bunch of friends!

85 Main is easily my favorite restaurant in the downtown Putnam area. Their offerings of drinks,…read moresushi, raw bar and from the kitchen are always top-tier. The service is always excellent especially in the bar with Hilary. Overall a great atmosphere for events or just a casual evening.

85 Main is always my go to when I'm in the Putnam area ! The food is always delicious and fresh !…read moreEven when they are busy the staff are friendly and welcoming. If you are looking for a chill vibe this is the place to be. Also our favorite bartender Hillary makes the best cocktails!