Every now and then, we get a hankering for a unique night out and neighborhood ethnic food. We…read morewanted to hit the Norman Rockwell exhibit at the New Britain Museum of Art (well worth it) and Little Poland for pierogis and other classics. Belvedere was the best reviewed but we found the total experience disappointing despite some bright spots. First off, Little Poland has a reputation for food not warm, chatty service. Even with a reservation, the Belvedere staff seemed unprepared and almost disappointed we showed for our late reservation. We waited an inordinate amount of time for a larger table to fit us was cleared, without anyone taking a drink order or doing much of anything. Drinks were small and watery. Things perked up with the best borscht we've tasted, although it's served warm not the traditional cold. The Caesar salad was huge and tasty but not sure why it's on a polish menu. The pierogis were just ordinary; light on filings and served with absolutely nothing else; they were also lukewarm. The Galumpki was more generous and tasty but the potato pancake with goulash was a complete miss. The pancake while large was over fried and acrid at the edges and you were hard pressed to find a decent chunk of beef or piece of carrot in the meager drizzle of goulash on top. $26.95 for this? The atmosphere was a bit sterile and didn't have that old world feel we were looking for; Miami vice and 80's music videos on the bar TV didn't help. We can't really recommend this spot to others.

I recently had lunch for the first time at Belvedere because my long time go to spot in Little…read morePoland closed. This is so close to a 4.5 Star review. There were just a few things that were a touch off. The restaurant is divided into at least two parts. I never made it into the second room. The first room was fairly nice. High ceilings. Red brick walls. Large-tiled floor. There was movie related art. I ate a quick lunch alone, but there was a table of apparent business colleagues dining there as well. Service was good. I don't usually do this because I feel like there are better ways to order in a Polish restaurant, but I ordered the Polish sampler. It was fairly typical. Hunter's Stew. Stuffed Cabbage. 2 Potato Pierogi. Kielbasa. And Potato Pancakes. The flavors of the Hunter's Stew and Stuffed Cabbage were good, but both dishes needed to be hotter IMO. The large potato pancakes were really crispy and enjoyable in parts, but they could have been more done towards the middle. They were cooked through, just not ideal. The pierogis were about average for a nice Polish restaurant. The kielbasa was good quality, but could have been a touch less done on the outside for me. I'll definitely return to Belvedere. I'll order one dish next time, as the various components of a sampler like this require great coordination so that everything is peak. Side note. They had amazing bread that you could buy for home use. I don't know the names of Polish breads, but it was nice-crispy on the outside and soft and fresh inside. 4 Stars

Excellent service perogies were great! I will go back to try. Something else I did get a parking…read moreticket when I was there for 15 minutes only downfall

I cannot recommend this restaurant enough! If you are craving fresh, authentic Polish food then…read moreTaste of Poland is your answer! Staff is friendly and polite, dining room is very clean! My favorite meal are the pierogis!

Food is amazing, generous portions. Special ordered the carrot cake they had as a desert and they…read morewere able to make one with no hesitation. Highly recommend trying the resturant, you won't be disappointed!

When I am Southington, CT, this is my first stop! The food is delicious and always very good! It's…read morelike eating with family, there is always plenty on the plate that nourishes the soul! It's the best Polish that I've eaten so far!!

Absolutely LOVE their Polish food & tried their buffet for the 1st time today! I believe they only…read morehave the buffet at lunch on Wednesday's? If you were there in the past year (& if you'd never tried their Polish food before) .. you may have been disappointed ( as I was) as they were temporarily using a local vendors foods. It was nowhere near as good as what Pulaski has always made & thankfully, they are back to making their own!! We spoke with Rachel, a very sweet lady who came out of the back to see how we liked everything... I told her only 1 complaint.. the foods just a little TOO good! Lol Rachel makes the pierogi & golumbki & does an excellent job at both! Our waitress ( sorry I can't remember her name) was also great & apparently she makes the kapusta, which was also very tasty. The dining room is clean though dated, however the bar is on the other side & completely done over & appears they did a nice job. Casual atmosphere, great food & service.

My Wife & I stopped here for lunch on/about the 11th of this month. I needed a Polish food fix…read morereally bad because it is hard to find GOOD Polish food West of the Rockies. (And I'm Irish, what the hell, eh?) About 1:00 PM, no waiting, very clean bar and banquet hall. Seat yourself, $15.00 & change for a Polish buffet that kept me full for the rest of the day! 2 types of Pierogis, kielbasy, sauerkraut and onions and golabkis AND a desert! FANTASTIC! I'd make the trip again just for the buffet and forget the family and the Big E!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Best food, best prices... This place is awesome!!! It is small, but jam packed with goodness. I…read morehave tried 8 different prepared soups/ salads, and every one of them was delicious and worth getting again! The bread is very good ( eht, ehm.. better than the competition). The bakery selection is small, but VERY good (try the rum cake) and they have a hot bar with excellent choices.. I've had the beef and the pork stew.. both are to die for! In regards to value, the prices blow everyone away, and you can get some fantastic items I've never seen anywhere else. I'm almost reluctant to share this gem, wanting to keep it all to myself, but it's just too good not to pass on.

Wowser, fantastic selection of Polish food. Place your order at the counter, small or large plate…read moremeans 1 or 2 proteins plus 2 sides. There is at least 5 proteins and 7 or eight sides; you are bound to find some of your favorites. Portion size is pretty large so the small plate should be enough even for the hungeriest cowboy. Once you've made your selection you might want to give it a boost in the microwave. Get there early b4 the luncheon crowd as this place gets busy and there's only one lady at the counter. Great food, super value!!!

The good: the prices are very fair, the portions are large in size and the food was very fresh, and…read morethe place was pretty clean. Bathrooms were very nice. Without the below negative items, this would be 5 stars. The bad and for why I deducted points: 1) they need more people during busy times helping at the counter as there is a line and it moves slow 2) and the reason for the big minus, the people wear gloves but use the same gloves to touch the food and also the money back and forth. Very not kosher and extremely disappointing!

This place proves good eating doesn't require overspending. I didn't think I'd enjoy this place so…read morethoroughly. The kitchen chooses good ingredients with satisfying serving sizes. Their team treats customers with genuine care. I find this spot reliable and worth recommending.

Still five stars!!! The pierogi were wonderful, the roasted beets salad was lovely and although I…read moredon't know what the dressing was, it was good too. I was sooooooo disappointed they had no beet soup as that was the main reason we went ... that and the Groupon! Both daughters had the kielbasa Reuben and loved it!