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Probably one of the best meals we have eaten at a restaurant! The food was incredible. Great textures and flavors AND Gluten Free!! They were extremely accommodating for the allergy. Most of the menu was naturally gluten free. Service was great. The restaurant is beautiful. I can't wait to go back.
We dined here yesterday evening to celebrate my husband's birthday. We had never been and made reservations 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.
Always a great experience! It's a little chilly in the enclosed bridge seating, but it's a really pretty space. Our food was delicious for the most part! The quinoa salad side dish was just okay, and my husband wished they took a temp for order on the salmon.. also the coconut tequila drink could benefit from a garnish, it was a little blah looking. Other than that the chocolate turtle cake was excellent, as were the carrots, service was really attentive, enjoyable evening.
I Visited this cute restaurant for a surprise engagement . 10 guess we're invited. We started off with tavern wings and oysters as appetizers. The tavern wings were sweet chili flavored and were delicious. I also ordered a sugar plum 1911 hard cider , which was delicious . Then We ordered off a special menu that they offer on Tuesdays nights. Which is 3 COURSE PRIX FIXE For / $50 per person To start I had the Ricotta Ravioli - (honey nut squash, pumpkin seed granola) it wasn't bad but just not my cup of tea . For my main course I ordered the Half Chicken -(caulilini, broccolini, almonds, lemon jus) and it was delicious. Last but not least for dessert I ordered the Chocolate Turtle Cake -(salted caramel, pecan nougatine) which was amazing! Actually was my favorite dish! Our waitress was helpful and attentive to our table. Food was delicious and ambience was just right.
Came here for a surprise engagement celebration with 10 guests. We started out with the Tavern Wings which came with a sweet chili glaze, buttermilk dip. The table also ordered Beausoleil Oysters with champagne mignonette, and lemon. I do not eat them, but they seemed to be enjoyed by the table There was a grand selection of wine and liquor to choose from, but I decided on the Lavender Haze mocktail; pineapple, lavender, lemon, butterfly pea flower with an added shot of grey goose. This drink went down very smooth, and was very good. Beak & Skiff '1911 Sugar Plum' was another drink we got. This is a more festive selection with hints of spice. On Tuesdays. They have a special meal, so we opted in for this seasonal rotating menu. We started off with the Ricotta Ravioli with honey nut squash puree, pumpkin seed granola. The combination of ricotta and squash had a nice Home cooked feeling to it. The Half Chicken with caulilini, broccolini, almonds, and lemon jus was very good. I especially liked the lemon jus For desert I picked the Apple Cider Bites with oat crumble, apples, vanilla cream, and cider reduction. It was underwhelming. I was expecting more than one donut hole for this dessert. But overall, it was pretty good. Chocolate Turtle Cake salted caramel, pecan nougatine was probably the best thing! This decadent, rich and creamy, chocolate with crunchy pecan nougatine was so good. I would definitely eat the dessert again. Service was quick and the waiters were attentive to always top off our waters. The ambience is perfect if you are sitting near the window. You can watch the waterfall and pond and maybe even the wildlife.
We did the tasting menu tonight for our anniversary. The food was delicious and our waiter, Ron was excellent! I ambiance was great. Our table was overlooking the waterfall. I would highly recommend this place for a special occasion!
Went twice this month ! Hope that tells you something! One of which was the tasting ! Which was nothing short of amazing. We loved all five courses! Key here is that the menu is ever changing (even day of ) and all at the table have to do it. And its about a 2 hours affair. We missed the bbq brawl menu by 1 week which was a bummer! Enjoy!
Once again, Millwrights delivered! Literally can never go wrong with the chefs tasting menu! Absolutely splendid! Sat by the window and got a beautiful view during dinner of the waterfall! Now Ron, our server, is THE man! Super knowledgeable on the menu! He literally made the night! Second review and would highly highly highly recommend!
I am so excited to say I finally made it to millwright ! Located in simsbury and old mill converted to a beautiful restaurant . There's a beautiful waterfall that you can enjoy while sitting in the bridge area. However we sat downstairs by a fireplace and it was very warm and cozy perfect for a rainy day by the fire ! Love ! No matter where you sit the ambiance is perfect and the food is even better !!!! Our waitress was fabulous as well. She checked in frequently and made sure we had everything and answered all our questions . To start I got the rocks and rosé cocoktail ! Which I wasn't sure how Gin and rose would blend together .. however it was phenomenal ! All the flavours blended together beautifully and the touch of fresh lemon garnish on top was just perfection ! Honestly this was probably my favourite cocktail of all time ! Highly recommend if you like floral tasting cocktail because there was a splash of lavender giving it a sweet floral taste . For an appetizer we got the chicken and dumplings which had gnocchi mixed with chicken ( note can get this as an entree as well ) ! All the flavours blending beautifully , they used all fresh Ingredients and leaves you wanting more ! The presentation also on point ! Chefs kiss for sure . For the entree I got the half chicken with broccoli and with an Asian style twist ! The chicken was cooked to perfection and had a nice crispy skin ( I don't even how they did that ) but sooo good ! The Asian style sauce with peanuts just elevated the flavour and experience . Even the broccoli was cooked perfectly with great flavour. 10/10 highly recommend My husband got the duck which was phenomenal, the strawberry salad was just delicious . Definitely 10/10 The presentation and qualityfor both entrees was like Michelin star level! I'm so glad i was recommended to go to millwrights because it was one of the best restaurants I have been to in CT ! Highly , highly recommend if you have not been yet!
Not sure what the manager is talking about but these are the same two options I saw and I specifically chose Bridge with my wife. If it came up as Tavern on their side it could be a system issue or something. Maybe if the bridge gets full it changes you to Tavern? Either way in the future calling in advance to clarify might be a better option than online booking
Food: 4.3/5 Service: 4.5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 After many years we finally had the opportunity to try Millwright's. We enjoyed a nice birthday dinner on a Sunday night at 6:30pm. The restaurant was less crowded than it was during our first attempt, and we got to sit in a booth in the main dining room. The booths here are not the typical two by two facing each other, but an elongated "C" or horseshoe type shape, which makes conversation from one end to the other quite difficult. We were also seated near a large eight person party that was loud and exuberant. The ambiance is rustic but classy. There are large windows overlooking a scenic waterfall. Service was prompt and courteous. The tapioca custard appetizer which tasted like clam chowder was creative and very fun to eat. The short rib was very tender, almost falling apart. The duck breast was very flavorful. I did think the exterior of the pork belly appetizer could have been crispier, but I recognized the good use of rice and cabbage to provide texture to the dish. The duck breast also could have had crispier skin, but the meat was very flavorful. The sauces indicated French technique. It reminded me of a similar dish I had at Batard in 2018. Desserts were satisfactory, though I preferred the almond mousse (which looked like a donut) over the rice pudding, which was soupy and porridge-like. I prefer rice pudding that is firmer, springier, and has more form and substance to it. It also said it comes with grilled mango, so I expected grill marks, but did not see any. It was quite sweet, though, which was good. One of the hosts was very helpful in taking a picture of us at the end of our evening.
The food was amazing, some of the juiciest and flavorful chicken breast. I couldn't stop eating; and the ravioli over pumpkin puree was divine Service was amazing, the servers were attentive and always happy to serve Coupled with the gorgeous ambiance and relaxing setting, it was an unforgettable night
We made reservations for 5:00 p.m. on a Saturday night for two to celebrate my husband's birthday. Since the restaurant opens right at 5:00, there was already a line forming and a bit of a wait as people piled in. We were seated at a lovely, two-person table in the enclosed bridge section of the restaurant. Nothing private, but nice. The setting was very pretty and elegant, with plants overhead and unique music playing--it had a really nice atmosphere. Service was steady--not overly slow, but not particularly fast either. We started with the biscuits, which broke apart easily and tasted good. I'd give them a solid 7.5/10. For our meals, we ordered the Millwrights Burger ($23.50) and the Roast Zucchini ($27.50). To my surprise, the zucchini was more expensive than the burger. The burger was substantial, served with a generous portion of fries, while the zucchini was simply one zucchini cut in half, topped with greens, and placed on a white bean purée. Both dishes were just okay--not bad, but not something I'd return for. We decided to skip dessert since nothing on the menu looked particularly appealing. Overall, the vibe of the restaurant was very nice, and the setting was memorable. However, the food didn't live up to the atmosphere, and for us, it wasn't worth returning based on this experience.
Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the creative, flavorful dishes, beautiful historic ambiance, and attentive, knowledgeable service. Creative cocktails and wine are also appreciated.
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Love me a new rustic dining experience especially when it's our anniversary. If you're looking for a romantic, sessy ambiance -- appealing to the food and architecture senses -- Millwrights checks all those boxes. The outdoor area is stunning though we didn't get to sit out there. I think an early reservation to enjoy the waterfall view at dusk is the way to go. Overall the food, drink and service were top notch. Our waiter was friendly and patient to answer all our questions. The good: lighting ambiance, cocktails, the mussels, mushroom piccata, short rib and peanut butter dessert all insanely amazing! Oppty: felt a little rush even though the place was half empty when we left; wasn't able to go to the bar downstairs bc those seats are reserved too, the chorizo appy was good but a bit tough, Johnny cakes were dry All in all will be back and thank you for making our first anniversary in CT so special! read more
3 years ago
1 year ago
Late review for our meal in March 2022. We had our first fancy dinner at Millrights since the start of the pandemic on their covered bridge and am glad to say Millwrights was the perfect choice! First of all, the view at sunset was serene and not to be missed, with the only caveat being that later into dinner more people arrived and the sound of women's heels stomping on the bridge to their tables broke up the serenity a bit. We were on a tight schedule for this meal; we had a reservation for the first dinner seating at 5pm and had to be on our way to the next stop no later than 6:40pm. We informed our waiter of the time constraint, and he was great at keeping up on schedule. When I made the reservation, I was very worried that a dinner at night outside in Connecticut in March would be freezing, but the little huts were more than warm, those heaters really do the trick! We opted for classic martinis over the specialty cocktails and they were solid. The Johnny Cakes that come to your table first.... also solid. My appetizer was the whipped feta which was a bit sweeter than I was expecting it to be. For my entrée I had the Mushroom Fettuccine (olive tapenade, almond, parmesan, artichoke) which was a very interesting dish indeed. The noodles made from mushrooms were delicious and pretty near the real thing. The flavor profile of the dish was very strong towards the artichoke/olive flavor profile, so if those aren't favorites of yours I would pick another dish. The Cookies and Cream desert had a nice presentation but wasn't a hit with me. Overall we had a great meal, with amazing service, and a stellar view. If you are someone that is still a bit apprehensive about dining out due to covid, make a reservation for a table on the bridge, you won't be sorry! The inside of the restaurant was also gorgeous, I can't wait to come back and maybe try the tasting menu in the dining room. read more
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3 years ago
Came here to celebrate 20 years together with my husband and had an excellent time! Cocktails were awesome--especially the Cosmo! Meal was superb! The stand out dish was the braised short rib--that Parmesan cream was outstanding! The view from the bridge was perfect! Can't wait to come back! read more
It pains me to give an offshoot of Millwright's anything less than 5 stars, but there's room for improvement in their second week of being open. First, the atmosphere is so cute. Pull up and tailgate in your car or sit at the picnic tables, the choice is yours. The one waitress we saw was on roller skates, very efficient! Chef Tyler was manning the giant smokers with one assistant, plus a guy at the counter helping to fill orders. Onto the food! We each got a taco combo (3 tacos and 2 sides-- great value for $14!). Between hubs and I, we had the vampiro, smoked chicken, blackened cod and pork belly; sides were smoked beans, coleslaw, marinated tomatoes and street corn, as well as salsa and chips. The great? -- all the sides, pork belly taco, salsa and chips. Smoked beans were on point, slaw was fresh and not overdressed, tomato side was tasty, pork belly taco was awesome with that pineapple and the street corn was the star of the meal. Oh, and the chips and salsa were devoured, chips were warm and salsa had great flavor. Not so great? -- the rest of the tacos. The meat in the vampiro was fantastic but the shell was burnt and it overwhelmed the taco. Smoked chicken would have been better if chicken was chopped instead of pulled so that the other ingredients could have filled the shell better. Cod could've used a sauce, it was a bit dry. There was a few hiccups with our order (no street corn and bags containing our orders had components mixed up) but that was easily fixed. Really hoping for some expanded options and improvements in the future. For now, Bartaco and Sayulitas hold my taco heart in this area. read more
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Thank you Lisa! We're thrilled to know you and your husband enjoyed…
I came here as part of a large group for a Friday night dinner. I have to thank the two individuals in my group that had to work through all the arrangements, because the feedback I got from them was that it was a bit difficult, and some of the staff assisting them with the reservations were more helpful than others. We were initially told we were too large of a group for a single seating, and when the inquiry was made if we could be split into 2 smaller groups who could sit near each other, the reply was, "We don't do that." On the plus side, we then found out about the tastings menu, and we were able to split ourselves into one group that wanted the tastings, and another who wanted to order from the regular menu. We then, unfortunately, found out the tastings group was still larger than the maximum size of a group they would seat for that. More gyrations on our side. But I'm pleased to say that once we worked through all of this, the awkwardness of getting the reservations was our only issue, and the whole dinner experience went uphill very quickly from that point onward. I was part of the tastings group, but I did get a chance to look at the regular menu. I could have been very happy with either option. One member of our party also purchased the beverage tastings, so we got to see that in action as well, though I was content with my cocktail. The foods we received were of course extremely well prepared and delicious, accompanied by excellent service. Our selections this evening included oysters, johnnycake biscuits with truffle butter, chicken and dumplings, fluke, duck, roasted sweet potato, and a spice cake dessert with a pear sorbet. If you plan to come to Millwright's more than once, I encourage you to try the tastings menu at least once, for the experience. I do feel you get more food for your money off the regular menu, but the variety of offerings for the tastings menu, plus the background you're given on the entrees, plus the service also makes for a worthwhile experience. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Amazing date night. Ron was a phenomenal server. We did the Chefs Tasting Menu with five courses and loved them all. The melon crudo was a stand-out. It was our first time at Millwrights and we were celebrating an anniversary. Ron brought us complimentary glasses of Prosecco because "noobies get a drink." He walked us through the whole menu. We had a great time and can't wait to dine here again! read more
Tyler and his team at Millwright's have done an exceptional job in this time of uncertainty. We live an hour away and did our weekly take out (trying to help the economy and small business during this time) from them. We called in our order and upon arriving, they have gone above and beyond to have everything safe secure and well above basic standards. We had a designated time slot for pick up and were directed to a specific parking spot. Our food was placed into our car and there was zero contact with anyone. Our food was delicious and was definitely Tyler-approved. We can't wait to be able to go back for a full, real, authentic dining experience with Tyler and his staff. Again, bravo to Millwright's and everyone working there. Going above and beyond per usual. read more
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Thank you very much Naomi for your kind review! We appreciate all of…
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First timer today at brunch: solid fine dining experience, friendly service They have created a nice outdoor brunch experience complete with masks and social distancing. For Sunday brunch, there's a price fix menu at $29 per person, which comes with three courses and warm biscuits to start. I chose the salad (lots of cheese, good portions and fresh veggies), duck confit hash (small portion that disappeared rather quickly, slightly spicy, egg perfectly cooked) and the Panna cotta, which was a good ending to the meal. The courses came out at a leisurely clip but not too slow. They also have a kid's menu with a choice of the main course and they have coloring placemats to entertain the young ones. The drinks are not included which we didn't realize and that can add up your bill. (The small cups of coffee rang in at an uncomfortable $4 per cup.) The staff was excellent and attentive. The atmosphere is nice. Hopefully the indoor dining area will open up sometime soon. If you're looking for a dining experience and have some money for a nice meal, this is a nice spot from a James Beard award-winning chef. read more
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Very late double Birthday Celebrations. Started with Johnny Cakes and Prosciutto and then onto Short Ribs in a Vodka Sauce over Cavatelli with a beautiful bottle of Sauvignon Blanc Sancerre. Desserts a Peanut Butter Banana Cake and a Fruit of the Forest Compote with Cinnamon Oat Ice Cream. What a meal in their super dining room overlooking the waterfall as we ate inside for the first time. The food is fantastic and the service well matches it! Kudos to Alex for orchestrating the perfect meal. Time to go back! read more
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Thank you very much Thomas F! Happy birthday and thank you for…
5 years ago
The hubby and I made this place an annual tradition to celebrate our anniversary the year we got married. We always treat ourselves to the chef tasting and paired wine tasting. Every year they are on point. Service is excellent as it the food and drinks. Need to give a shoutout to Ron, our AMAZING server this year. He truly made the occasion extra special. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
Beautiful and cozy ambience. I reserved it online and requested for a window seat to enjoy a great view of waterfall over a dinner since it was my wife's birthday, and we got exactly that table! Food was delicious. They also serve 3 course menu for kids and that was reasonably priced. The service was absolutely fantastic. Perfect restaurant for special occasion or date night. read more
We went to Millwright's for the first time for our anniversary dinner and were extremely impressed by our experience. Everything from environment to service to food was impeccable. This place books reservations well in advance, especially for certain seating areas (i.e. the view of the water) and the bridge over the water. We sat inside due to the weather and though we were disappointed to miss out on the bridge view, were still able to enjoy a gorgeous view from inside the main dining room floor. Our servers were attentive and kind and took an interest in why were visiting. They gave recommendations for favorites and must-try's and were just lovely to converse with. For appetizers, we got the elephant garlic and chicken and dumplings appetizer portion and both were mouthwatering. The garlic came with crostinis and seasoned butter, which took the giant, soft, roasted garlic right over the edge. The chicken and dumplings were a favorite (we would get it as an entree next time!), with soft, pillowy gnocchi and perfectly cooked root vegetables. For entrees, we got the NY strip steak with the most incredible, crispy potatoes and flavorful mushrooms. Steak was cooked to perfection and cut like butter. We also got the short rib over coconut rice. The short rib was absolutely divine and the asparagus were cooked beautifully. For desserts, we opted for the lemon tart and honey-vanilla ice cream and both were decadent and delicious ways to finish off our meals. Portions for everything were completely perfect and we were grateful to have enough room to try everything we wanted. Pricing was beyond fair for the quality and quantity of the food. We were very pleased. Highly recommend. read more
4 years ago
We've never been here, but decided to visit for our anniversary. The day before our reservation I got a phone call asking to confirm the reservation as well as let them know if there was an occasion for the night out, which I definitely appreciated! When we arrived, we were seated promptly. Every person we interacted with from the hosted to the various girls who served us knew it was our anniversary and wished us a good one. Something that wasn't necessary but meant a lot to us. Food, service and drinks were excellent. My husband had the mezcal drink (the name of the cocktail escapes me) and I thoroughly enjoyed the Ring around the rosemary cocktail. We had the five course chefs tasting I believe it was called, with which we also had the wine pairings. We had absolutely no complaints. It was delicious through and through! Our bill was steep, but we knew we were in to treat ourselves that night. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Service was phenomenal. Even tho I ended up at the bar section, the services made up for the fact that I could not be seated outside. The food portions were just right and flavorful. The restaurant was clean and in a great parking area. My only recomentadion is that if you plan to go, make a reservation, the pace is at full capacity for sure. read more
2 years ago
I went with two friends a couple weeks ago and we did the 7 course tasting menu. Just to preface this review, I live in Manhattan full time and have eaten at a lot of Michelin starred restaurants so my standards for fine dining are likely higher than the average person's. We arrived on time for our reservation and it took them around 15-20 minutes to seat us without acknowledgement of the delay. We were taken to our table (the restaurant is beautiful, by the way) and brought menus. We ordered drinks which took a while to come, but my martini was good. The cocktail menu is uninspired - normally I would try a house cocktail but nothing caught my eye as being innovative. First bites were an oyster and a cream puff with truffle cream. Oyster was...an oyster, cream puff was good but not groundbreaking. Next, the hamachi crudo, which was good but unbalanced. I have a high tolerance for spice but the peppers in it weren't tempered at all and packed an unpleasant punch. Japanese eggplant was also good, not great. The famous biscuits were missable and were brought out sparingly - I'm used to having a bread cart with numerous choices at nice restaurants. Tapioca was also fine but a very small plate, foie gras was beautifully presented but didn't offer much in the way of taste. All of the portions up until this point were very very small. Our next courses, salmon and steak, were massive. The salmon was cooked well but was served in a broth and we were not brought spoons so it was rather inelegant to eat, and the bok choy was difficult to cut. The steak was too overdone on the outside - the cook was not consistent throughout. Mushrooms were delicious. Dessert was a highlight - probably the only dish that stood out as being above average. All in all, it was a good meal and not a bad price at $80, but it just didn't hold muster compared to other course meals I've had in NYC and elsewhere. read more
Millwright's is a quaint little place tucked away in Simsbury that offers some rustic charm with a beautiful view of a waterfall. There's something to be said about dinning while looking over tranquil water as a few ducks swim around surrounded by nature. I was able to dine in one of the waterfall view tables which on paper is nice. The only thing that kind of marred the experience is the bugs and mosquitoes. The service is great. Servers are very nice and accommodating as well as very knowledgeable of the menu and give good recommendations. For the appetizer we had the chili garlic shrimp. The shrimp was good the sauce was brunt. We also had drinks I had the cactus makes perfect and my wife had the show me the honey. Both drinks were very good. My wife enjoyed the show me the honey and she is by no means a bourbon drinker. For dinner I ordered the short rib sandwich and my wife had the fish and chips. The short rib sandwich was tender and delicious. My wife said the fish and chips were ok. She had trouble detecting what type of fish it was. She didn't think it was haddock or cod and the fish was pretty burnt. For dessert we had the Crème Caramel which I enjoyed more than my wife did. I think the diff ent textures is what put her off. Overall, if you are looking for a quiet scenic dinning experience, Millwight's the way to go. I can see myself returning to enjoy the inside and try their chefs tasting menu. I'm very intrigued by what they have to offer. read more
3 years ago
Great service, amazing food, charming place! We had the kale Caesar and fries to share as apps. I got the scallops and my husband had the chicken and dumplings. Everything was so good! Also loved the complimentary Johnny cakes with herbed butter. We ordered the olive oil cake for dessert- interesting flavor profile for sure but not my favorite. Will definitely be back! read more
3 years ago
Food was ok my steak had pickled artichokes which I thought did not match with the steak my girls braised short rib sandwich made up for it that was off the hook so delicious it's the go to also the chocolate dessert was our first choice the rest looked small and weird but the chocolate one was delicious take away the cucumbers the service was on point the lady was amazing she went out of her way to give us good service the ambiance and the table we got was unbelievable to bad they had construction goin on right now and had scaffolding set up , but we still had a great seat next to a window down stairs righ side the water fall we are definitely goin back for the braised short rib sandwich I would suggest if you're taking a woman here get this table read more
Last week of January 2023 had a stellar tasting menu. New additions we all enjoyed were crispy skin salmon cooked perfectly with root vegetables and the smoked salmon purée Johnny cake bites. 24hr Short rib made it back to the tasting menu two months in a row! Dessert was so good. Although it is quite pricey at $85/pp with (sans beverages, it was worth it hand-over-foot for a very special birthday celebration which our absolute favorite server and sommelier Lincoln made the birthday girl feel spotlight of the night! To avoid any awkward interactions for getting the bill, Millwrights did a great job pre-planning payment with gratuity so there was no need for signing in front of the party. Many cocktails later, we'll be back again for a special occasion sometime later again! read more
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Thank you very much Joe for your review and kind words! It was an…
Amazing. If I could afford to eat hear every day I would. Chef Tyler Anderson is amazing and has made this gem shine even more and most Importantly excel during covid. They have amazing weekly menus and takeout options. If you get a chance I highly recommend those! My hubs and I came for a celebration and decided to get the 7 course chefs tasting and let me tell you...the courses each got better and better and it was amazing!! I can't remember the fancy names of everything we ate but I seriously cannot tell you enough how beautiful the ambiance, decor and food was! read more
4 years ago
4 years ago
We love this place. This was our second time, three years apart and this place didn't disappoint. Some people don't like the small portions but that's what you get at a fine dining restaurants. Deal with it! To us the the portions are worth it because they all are delicious to the point where we both rolled our eyes in the flavor satisfaction. Also smaller portions let you try different appetizers and maybe some desserts later on. We did that and we were full but not to the point where you overeat. The hosts, servers and staff were amazing! They made the experience that much more enjoyable. They made us feel welcomed and respected as a customer. They payed attention when the plates needed to be changed, when we needed refills and executed any request we had. The dim lights and the music made this place feel cozy and warm! The vintage tavern decor and the good food just makes everything feel so warm. We didn't want to leave. All of our dishes were full of flavor! For appetizers, I recommend the "Chili Garlic Shrimp" and "Lobster and Shrimp Toast". For the entree I had the "NY Srip" and my wife got the "Duck Breast". NY Srip was good but I recommend the duck. The juicy duck breast with lobster mousse was my favorite. I wish I got that one instead lol. For the dessert, the "London Fog" was just delicious. I can't even describe the flavor, but the Earl Grey infused caramel was something that I'll be looking forward to try multiple times. Overall, it was a very lovely experience. Thank you Millwright's owner and the staff! read more
5 years ago
My husband and I celebrated our 15th anniversary with dinner here. When he called to make the reservation, they asked if it was celebratory. Upon our seating, we were greeted with a personal anniversary card, and our desserts also had "Happy Anniversary" written on them. They also sat us inside, but at a table near the waterfall. I had the pork duo with beans, asparagus and cornbread crumb, with hamachi crudo to start. My husband had the strip steak with pommes purée and he also ordered fries. We had rhubarb cake and the caramel shortbread for our desserts. The cornmeal biscuits were amazing, as was the sesame honey butter! My gin-tuition cocktail was one of the best I've ever had. Overall, wonderful atmosphere with thoughtful touches and fantastic food. I want to go back and try the tasting menu. The food is exquisite but expensive with smaller portions, however it is well worth it. Unlike any dining experience in the area! The ambiance really makes it the perfect place for a romantic evening out, and I'm so glad we finally were able to visit- we will be back! read more
Hands down the best brunch spot yet! I wanted to check this place out after seeing pictures and such great reviews and am so glad I did! I mean I have zero complaints and yet so much to rave about! Service was top notch, ambiance was perfect, (bonus sitting by the waterfall) and food was exquisite! (yum) The cinnamon French toast was to die for! The best French toast I've had for sure with the perfect amount of sweetness. The millwright breakfast was a great choice for those who are indecisive like myself. You get a little of everything and it was made to perfection. This is somewhere I will continue to come back to without a doubt. The views are an added bonus and I can not wait to come back for dinner! read more
Birthday dinner with my husband just a couple days ago.Made the reservation online and I was able to find a table for 2 overlooking the waterfall.The food was incredible,5 stars for sure! Hot biscuits and herb butter first,followed by a great Alvarium beer for my husband and a great cocktail called Ring around the Rosemary!We skipped the appetizer part and went straight for the NY steak and Half Chicken Entrees!They were both delicious and perfectly cooked!For dessert we went with the cheesecake that had such a beautiful presentation and I really appreciated how they wrote Happy Birthday on the plate. I would also like to mention that a cute note from the restaurant was waiting for us with another Happy Birthday message!So thoughtful!The service was incredible,from the hostess that complimented my outfit and wished me "happy birthday" to our server and busboy!They were so attentive!!We are definitely coming back!The only suggestion is for the little outdoor cabins to have better insulation(the glass was broken in ours and we had to keep our coats on even with the heat lamp on and the small heater in!)During the winter I will definitely dine indoors and for the other seasons definitely outdoor and maybe during daylight.The waterfall was beautiful but I would kindly suggest more lights. read more
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77 West St
Simsbury, CT 06070
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(860) 651-5500
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Anyone know a proper dress code for here? Would a simple black dress be acceptable? I'll be going this week for the first time and just curious. We are having a group private party event. Thank you!
Simple dress or slacks definitely appropriate.
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