Welcoming, very friendly and helpful staff. Busy but kept line moving. Small space indoors but nice…read moreback area to dine outdoors. Food was made on premises and very fresh. Reasonably priced. Will definitely go back soon

My family enjoyed a delightful lunch at Meraki today! The Litchfield Hilly is positively…read morescrumptious and hits on every dimension - the meat is tender and flavorful, the roll is soft and buttery and everything works beautifully together. The front of house is warm and professional and Martin is a brilliant chef. We can't wait to return!

Went to "Gringos Bar". Drinks and service were truly amazing, the bartender on Thursday is amazing!…read more Super pleasant, and made great drinks. We tried a handful of food Onion soups were really good, served in a much larger bowl than the normal crock but had the typical bread/melted cheese. The soup was sweet and peppery which is my favorite. The mussels marinara were ok, the marinara was think and didn't go well with the mussels. Lemon chicken dinner was really good. Took it to go and heated at home but was tender and tasty! The folks next to us had burgers, they looked good but didn't try myself so will have to go back!

We really enjoy breakfast at Esme & Ruby's. It's changed hands, and therefore the menu has changed…read moreto a more Mexican based style. Everything I've had there is tasty. They don't have a lot of vegetarian/vegan items which is unfortunate. Some black beans added to this breakfast bowl special would have been lovely.

Mom visited for lunch today and we took her here, never been before. Super nice staff, and the food…read morewas great. Got the smash burger, pasta alla vodka, and southwestern ranch salad with grilled chicken- quality food. We'll be back! The salad dressing was so good. So good.

I used to love it here.. not sure what happened…read more All the staff changed, the food went downhill. Sad this was an amazing place. Assuming owners/managers have changed. I waited 2 visits before this post as this was a weekly go to for us I wish people when they bought places would not mess with it. Service and food no longer good. Avoid this place at all costs.

We dined at Winvian Farm last night, and it was fabulous. Cocktails on the patio as the sun went…read moredown, followed by a delicious four-course dinner upstairs, were the perfect finale to an incredible summer in Litchfield County. We enjoyed our meal in one of the side dining rooms, which felt both cozy and bright. The staff was warm and hospitable, the pacing was perfect, and the beautifully manicured grounds added to the entire experience. It was a truly memorable evening...and a superb celebration of life.

We fin ally got around for our second visit here, and it was a dazzler! We enjoyed a five-star…read moreexperience in every way and couldn't come away without letting others know. We dined with a small party in a private room, warm and comfy, and boasting elegant, polished service from a sharp and friendly team of servers. Excellent. For Easter, we were given a prix fixe menu ($150 per) that provided some fine choices among appetizers, entrees and desserts. The appetizers included octopus, quail and some super tasty (and NOT overcooked) seared tuna. Delicious. The entrees included duck and chicken but all of us deferred to the tenderloin which was perfectly cooked to our preference, tender and ... well, just what we wanted. Add in the desserts and the drinks -- lots of specialty beverages. all on the pricey side -- and we were totally satisfied. Not a complaint in the group. Winvian is very private, You can't just stroll in. Reservations are necessary, and you'll need to get buzzed in. Once there, however, the well-trained staff provide first-class treatment, thoughtful and never obtrusive. It is a grand experience -- but it is expensive. Definitely for special occasions.

You walk to the corner, open the door and WHAM, its 1958!…read morePatties forgot to change. It's the same fantastic breakfast (or lunch or dinner to go) which has been available forever. Oh, and Heather has been working hard to update and uplift without losing the old time atmosphere. My poached eggs were done perfectly. Toast, as I asked for and real butter on it. Bacon crispy not too little or overcooked: just. Like I like it. And, people chat with each other. Even if you don't participate, you feel at home. Yup, that's Patties, our place for a relaxing and delicious meal.

Tiny but great! Went for breakfast during the week and it was perfectly cooked, coffee was great…read moreand it was a relaxing enjoyable diner experience. Honestly felt like we'd stepped back in time. Service was fast and friendly!

The new chef John's food is delicious consistency great. Drinks also top notch, great wine list…read moretoo. Service is excellent and it is so comfie in there. I always feel so welcome - the ambiance is cozy Love to go to the rooftop for a cocktail Before Dinner

This is a beautifully appointed restaurant within an elegant boutique hotel. The building itself is…read moreactually a historic landmark being the former Connecticut State Superior Court at Litchfield (circa 1888) which is probably how the restaurant got its name. The dinner menu was atypical, featuring an eclectic fusion of dishes executed with lots of creative flair. Flavor, quality and freshness of ingredients were top notch. Our starter, Garlic Maple Whiskey Chicken Bites, came accompanied with grilled shishito peppers. Perfect for sharing and so lovely paired with a glass of prosecco. Next, we sampled Bouillabaisse and Miso Roasted Black Cod in dashi broth. Seafood for both mains were super fresh. The Bouillabaisse broth was remarkably flavorful, the hint of saffron ever present but not overwhelming. How nice to have the red pepper rouille and slices of bread (customary in France) served alongside for the authentic experience. Miso Roasted Black Cod was tasty, succulent and fork tender. Beautifully arranged with mushrooms and Brussels sprouts surrounding the fish, plus a delectable piece of polenta cake tucked underneath. Dashi broth was poured onto dish tableside, creating a warm umami rich dish that was not only delicious but also extremely satisfying. On to desserts....The Chocolate Tarte with sea salt, nuts and berry coulis, a picture of understated elegance, was incredibly sublime. The Warm Apple Tartlet à la Mode with vanilla ice cream was good too. Would have preferred a tad less cinnamon though. All things considered, this was an exemplary meal. Wait staff was friendly and helpful. Hope to return again soon.

Who knew you could experience one of the most classic British pastimes just 40 minutes away from…read moreHartford? Tea and scones, British style. This is what we came across while driving through the little town of Morris, Connecticut. Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery is an adorable little British themed tea house. The best part? The three ladies running their business are all Brits! Alison, Clare and Deb are so welcoming and they come complete with their authentic British dialects. The inside is very small, homey and comfortable. There's so much British decor and delicate fine china everywhere. Their menu is broad with an assortment of tea of course, scones, sandwiches, soups and salads. I got the Rose Lemonade tea, with a scone. It came with a side of jam and cream. The presentation is stunning. Everything arrived on beautiful fine china, even the little dish for the honey. My friend also got their Chicken Salad Sandwich. I am so impressed, the scone was so fresh and tasty on its own, but adding that jam takes it to a new level. The tea was flavorful and rich. My friend also enjoyed her sandwich, I tried a bit, it was scrumptiously good. We had a lovely time at Penny Farthing Tea Room & Bakery, it is truly an experience to spend some time here.

We came to Penny Farthing once to celebrate my mom's birthday and really enjoyed ourselves, so when…read morewe were passing through Morris again, we stopped in quickly to grab more of their millionaire bars and sandwiches for lunch. The ladies who own the place are always so pleasant, and we really enjoy their food and baked goods. An adorable spot that we can't wait to come back to again soon!

I went on a Saturday night for karaoke. Chuck Dreger's karaoke is SO much fun! Also, the kitchen…read morestaff is amazing. The food is delicious! I need to give tribute to Melissa behind the bar. She was enjoying her day off when a co-worker called in sick. Well, Melissa jumped behind the bar and worked that shift! She did a GREAT job, and she sang as well! I can tell this is a fine establishment because the food is consistently amazing, and with loyal employees like Melissa as well, Nick's can't go wrong!

So, I wasn't prepared for how big this was. I only went to the restaurant, not the bar, but there…read morewere so many tables, booths and even a little bar! It was very much what I would consider a "Connecticut diner" - very clean and a similar menu to a New Jersey one, but maybe a bit more manufactured. My burger was juicy and a good amount of blue cheese, and came with a side of Lays. The clam chowder also had a higher than average amount of clams, perfectly seasoned and at a temperature for the drizzling weather outside. The waitreas was very nice, and kept checking on what else we may need as we ate. There was a window where you could see into the kitchen, which is always interesting. There are restrooms in back, and I mean BACK. Again, this place is HUGE and it's a small maze to get to the restrooms.