This meal was epic. By far the best restaurant I have enjoyed in Connecticut. The menu is set by the chef. No choices. Very intriguing. We started with a blue cheese pastry. A crawfish bisque was next. It was followed by the most amazing duck I have ever had. Cod followed. Beef dish was next. The desert was a delicate stack of pastry,cream and strawberry ice cream. Outstanding Small place. 20 people max at the one seating. Be there on time. They serve all at once BYOB. Table water provided. When we went it was $150 per person,tip included. There is a break period for you to go out and walk around or to mingle with the other guests An amazing dining experience read more

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I drove by today, summer Saturday evening, and it appears to be closed. Is this temporary or permanent?

Decidedly different, and both a fantastic experience and tremendous value for such a varied and satisfying culinary treat! There is one 7pm seating on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, reservations required, no menu, and BYO (no corkage fee). No credit cards - $110 per person, tax & gratuity included, although we added a bit in recognition of the magnificence of this "meal." The decidedly French country meal varies based on the chef's selections, wine flows freely between patrons, and co-owners chef Guy and host/server Charles. Guests are served an amuse bouche, and five (5) courses over a three plus hour journey in an eclectic setting tucked away off the main drag. Per the owners, RSVP is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Apparently well known by locals, we were fortunate to grab the last two seats one month in advance. There are just twenty seats - an open kitchen - and the five-course experience typically includes a soup and a poultry course, followed by fish or seafood, a meat dish and, finally, dessert. A meal here is an all evening event - the setting is comfy but casual - like a visit to an old farmhouse in the French countryside. Lots of guests celebrating (as were), all bringing multiple fine wines and most making a visit to the chef to pour a glass for Guy and Charles to share. Fortunately, we came prepared, with a bottle of Chardonnay (fortunate, as lobster was on the menu) an old Chateauneuf du Papes and a Napa Cabernet. All came into play as were served: - Amuse Bouche - onion tarte - Soup - stinging nettle with egg yolk and foie gras - Poultry - organic chicken breast with morel risotto and fresh ramps - Meat - braised veal cheek with green beans and mashed potato - Seafood - poached halibut with lobster -Dessert - napoleon with pot of chocolate, cherries and whipped cream - Coffee The food was delicious, each course balanced and inviting, and all the sharing and eating made this a unique and memorable visit. It's an overnight event for us - 1 1/2 hours out from home, but already on the list for a repeat visit. read more

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Pretentious - statement of an older french man who tried many (fancy or not) restaurants in his life, (you want a real 5 courses dinner try the menu degustation at le bernardin in NYC). Repulsive decoration and atmosphere-the chef suceeds in 3-hours to avoid eye-contact with his customers in a tiny ugly space. Food was OK, not out of this world. But who taught the owner to point at your food in your plate, to describe it, stopping his fingers at 1/8" from touching your food? The place is silly and un-hygienic. Absurd but fitting the snobish environment. Will I be back there? Never. read more

Every. Last. Bite. Was. Amazing (Even things I don't like anywhere else, like lobster ravioli). $175 a couple gets you 6 or 7 courses (I lost count and may have forgotten to take a pic) of some of the best food I have ever eaten (and I've been all over the world). It's tasting menu, so you get what you get and you like it, but you WILL like it. Bring your own wine! And don't be deceived by the unassuming decor; this place serves world class food. This was a great experience. Highly recommended. read more

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Food price / quality rating 7. Atmosphere is like a French basement cafe. Located in a very cute, tiny old village in north western CT, this place serves up a six course meal for a prix fix charge, which is basically a Tapas service. The restaurant is open Friday through Sunday, April through December, and service starts promptly at 7 pm. Although it was very charming and fun, I didn't feel that it was worth the cost. Several of my courses, which were supposed to be hot, were lukewarm, served on a cold plate, a pet peeve of mine. There was also a lack of flavor in some of the offerings. All guests are served as each course is ready, and it seemed that our table was consistently served last, contributing to the lack of proper temperature. Two of them, the mushroom soup and the shrimp and sea scallops had sand in them. The presentations were very nice, and the service was good. It's BYOB, which is nice, but the prix fix is $140 per person including tip. The venue seats less than twenty people, so I understand the higher cost, but I felt the value was lacking. read more

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The place is great. Some of the dead soldiers of wine on the wall are simply a lovely graveyard for Bordeaux. Service was tip top. It is well worth the experience. read more

Our fourth time dining here...Jerusalem artichoke soup with bacon and chestnuts and cod fritters were standouts for me...followed by halibut with a cauliflower reduction, chicken pot pie filo dough filled with mushroom onion and chicken, sorbet on biscuit and filet mignon with spinach and potato..and of course the bread and butter read more

Everything from beginning to end is high quality and delicious at RSVP. Unique, quaint with unbelievably great food! Best dining experience! read more

The former railroad station in West Cornwall is a fitting home for this culinary marvel settled on a hillside along the banks of the Housatonic river. Upon entry, diners are engulfed in the flaming kitchen that is surrounded by heavily worn floor boards. Charles will welcome you while Guy furiously prepares delicacies for that evenings menu degustation which changes daily and is the only choice. There is only one seating each night and diners will certainly understand their providence once plates begin arriving. A low ceiling enhances the proposition that the meal is being conducted in a country farm house en Provence. Rickety antique chairs and mismatched table clothes adorn old wooden tables. Silverware is an ensemble of warmly polished forks, knives and spoons. Plates may or may not match at each table. The wine glasses are refilled frequently, should you choose to bring your own bottle - there is no alcohol for sale on premise. In a recent trip, the first course is a prime hamburger topped with prosciutto, shaved green beans, a red wine reduction using marrow, a chicken liver mousse and a charred baby onion - there is no bun. Such ingredients may read disparate and heavy but actually present a complex and balanced set of flavors. Rich beef is salted by the prosciutto whilst the chicken liver mousse adds buttery a sensation but similarly stays light and airy. The onion is sweet and earthy, a perfect medium to mop up the extra richness of the reduced wine marrow. Course two is a scallop shell filled with large, tender shrimp and scallop - poached carefully in a quenelle sauce. The duo is broiled with a shredded cheese puff pastry. Slightly lemony, this rich, cream sauce envelops the sweet scallop and shrimp meat in a deep and lengthy bite. Nuanced yet simple, the third course is a fitting finale to such a rewarding first two courses: an sumptuous tomato based risotto simmered with lobster broth and peas. Sizeable chunks of lobster tail, claws and knuckle meat, large shrimp and pork belly are arranged atop the rich risotto broth. Saffron gives a shout to onions and peas. A delicacy of perfectly cooked seafood. The dessert course is simple yet elegant: a deep fried mocca donut with a vanilla creme fraiche next to a square of dark chocolate nestled on a plume of chocolate mousse. Airy mousse - almost whipped cream - coats the firm chocolate bar. The light dough of the "donut" absorbs the sweet vanilla sauce. An extraordinary plate. This simple, unpretentious kitchen wins again and again. If you can get in, go, frequently. This is a gastrophile's dream. read more

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We LOVE RSVP! I've never had a dish I didn't like and there are a lot of dishes! The ambiance is great and cozy. It's definitely a favorite.

Incredible, inventive dishes. Outstanding quality of ingredients and expert preparation. Engaging and inviting atmosphere. I only regret that it took us this long to visit. read more

Charles and Chef Guy certainly did not disappoint !! Guy's French culinary expertise is on par with great chef's such as Jacques Pepin and Charles attentiveness and mannerisms are calming to the sole . What a great place to experience and relax. Highly recommend to anyone that's a foodie out there........... Dave E. Southington CT. read more

Fantastic food and dining experience, cozy and friendly service. Stein recommendation

A real gem. Food, service and ambience are about as good as it gets. Worth the trip from Manhattan.

My husband and I had the pleasure of celebrating our anniversary at this restaurant last night. It was one of the most enjoyable evenings we have had in quite a while. The intimacy of the space made us feel as though we were dining at the home of a friend. We were greeted warmly, and made to feel at home. One course after the next was creative, and beautifully presented. A taste of this and another of that. Lovely! Charles and Guy calmly entertain their guests in the best possible way. We are grateful for their attention to detail and look forward to dining with them again when the snow melts and the crocus arrive. Merci pour cette experience merveilleuse! read more

Must be food lover - not a place for a picky eater Basically you come they cook U will be blessed with amazing courses of exceptional food. Fun dining event Reservations required BYOB read more

Any time you hear about a restaurant that is as highly touted as this one, you go in with high expectations, which are usually dashed from the get-go. Not this time, my friends, This time, the bar was high and they delivered HIGHER. It was a delightful experience from the first moment we walked in. Charles greeted us with a big smile and seated us immediately, bringing us a drink and hot, fresh bread. I lost count of the courses, each more delightful than the last. The portions were of appropriate size - nothing sadder than a teeny bite (the dreaded amuse-bouche) of something delightful - here there was a satisfying portion, but left room for the many courses to come. Watching Guy cook the next course, while conversing with us added to the specialness of the meal - Charles was the perfect host, providing wonderful conversation and having impeccable timing with courses and champagne refills. My husband and I spent over 3 delightful hours - conversing and having one of the most memorable meals we've ever had - I can't even call it a meal - it is an experience - one not to be missed!! read more

They serve a tasting menu of 6 courses. Every course was delicious and the presentation was great! The chef is French and changes the menu every 2 weeks. It is BYOB and you should make a reservation in advance! read more

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This past Saturday, my wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at RSVP. My brother and his wife accompanied us and, having dined there previously, felt I had to experience both the cuisine and environment owing to the time I spent studying at the Culinary Institute of America and cooking for fine private-dining venues. What I observed from the Chef's table was the well-trained and dedicated classical French Chef, Gy, enthusiastically putting both the time and effort into producing high-level traditional French bistro fare. The port wine reductions, demi-glace, and veloutes were superbly accomplished, as was the Crème Anglaise for the Floating Island dessert. All of the dishes were perfectly balanced in flavor profile, taste sensation, and texture. I highly recommend RSVP for those appreciative of the art of fine French bistro-style cuisine. read more

This was a truly delightful evening from start to finish. Many of the patrons were celebrating anniversaries, like us, and the evening was celebratory. The food was beyond compare...everything was delicious, and the concept is worth the drive to find it. It's no menu, no revolving seating, and food that is excellently and quite professionally prepared. This was an exceptional evening, and I plan to return. read more

So fun! BYOB is a fun twist. Terrific service and amazing food :) You'll feel like a valued customer. read more

Made a reservation two weeks out and explained one of the party was a non-meat eater but ate poultry and fish. I was told that was no problem and accommodations could be made. The day before the reservation I was told the chef would make no accommodations or changes and so they were cancelling our reservations. I have never experienced such rudeness, rigidity and lack of flexibility, especially after being assured at the time of my call substituting fish or poultry would not present a problem. I would NEVER recommend this place. read more

we have been going there for 16 years. It is a little trip for us since we now live in Somers CT. We make a point of going at least once a month. Both Charles and Guy make you feel at home. It is like eating at someone's house but the food is gourmet. If you want to experience a great dinner and evening you should make a reservation. Bring some good wine and share it with the 2 of them. You will want to go back again. We love both of them!!!! they are like family to us. Danise and Steve read more

The last time I was here, the owner -- in between bringing me the two desserts that come on the prix-fixe -- groused that his place has gotten a rep for being impossible to get a reservation at. A victim of your own popularity, my friend! I said; but then I promised I would alert the Yelposphere. So: YOU CAN GET A RESERVATION HERE NOW. And you should, because good god in heaven, the FOOD. So go on, get your significant other into a ZipCar and take 'em somewhere nice for a change. Did you hear me say two desserts?!? read more

There's really not a lot that anyone can add to the comments about RSVP that hasn't already been written. It's wonderful! We American's tend to eat-and-run. Europeans dine. No truer words have been spoken. This is a wonderful way to spend an evening with your spouse, friends, or family while enjoying amazing food. A few things to reiterate: You'll need reservations as there is seating for about 20 individuals. Arrive promptly. Plan on spending 3-hours. Two bottles of wine is a smart idea. Jacques is the name of the poodle who from time to time, will greet you with his favorite ball in mouth when you arrive. He's lovely. Enjoy and see you there. read more

This is a special place. Guy's cooking always delights, and Charles makes sure your experience is a memorable one. Can't recommend highly enough! read more

Excellent from beginning to end! An absolute culinary delight. It feels like a unique dinner party at someone's home. Look forward to our next evening there. read more

Bring your appetite. You order a 3 course meal but prepare yourself for 5-7 courses as the kitchen sends out "tastes" of all kinds of food. It's rich and great. It's as close as you can get to a meal served in a French village without being in France. Bring your own wine and prepare for a long wonderful evening. Reservations are near impossible to get since the restaurant caters to a coterie of regulars, but keep trying. read more

An absolute delight! Charles very kindly accommodated a late reservation and we are so thankful. Every course was a delight and it was a true honor to watch the chef skillfully curate each plate. Thank you for allowing us to celebrate food with you. A truly unforgettable experience! read more

I truly wonderful experience, excellent food and service in a casual intimate setting. Almost like being in someones home. Make a reservation for Friday or Sunday when its not sa busy. BYOB - bring your favorite wine to this Five star experience, you'll want to come back. read more