The 196 Club is definitely a "speakeasy" location you should try! I went for a pre wedding…read morecelebration and we reserved half of the location. The bartenders were super friendly and made sure to keep up with the demands of our venue. The food and drinks were top-notch. We were served some finger food, and the meat balls were to die for. The drinks had interesting twists to classic drinks and left me wanting more. If you like mystery and enter a secret hidden bar for the elite just like in the movies, this location will make you feel like that with its setup.

What do you find behind a candy store in Hartford, Connecticut? A very cool speakeasy. We dropped…read morein for a drink after dinner. Our bartender, Jon, gave us great suggestions and made excellent drinks. It wasn't too busy, they played good music, and we could imagine the space with some live music. I highly recommend it, and we will definitely return. Thanks, Jon!

Definitely divey but conveniently located next to the train station and Bushnell Park. Not…read moretypically my vibe, but I was meeting a group of friends before heading out for the night. Their drinks are pretty cheap, especially the 2/$5 Jell-O shots. They didn't seem to have any flavors except watermelon, which was fine. I got a margarita as well. the flavors were pretty good and I love a bartender with a heavy hand. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem that the space is excessively friendly. Just note that you will have to go up the stairs in order to get in.

Came in with some coworkers while on business because we liked the name when we saw it on google…read moremaps. Loving the dark vibe, pool tables, dart boards. Very chill atmosphere. Can't comment on the food since we didn't eat, only had some AMAZING old fashions made by Ellie. Ellie was an amazing bar tender both in skill and personality. I would definitely come back just because she was working! They also have a solid menu of specialty drinks as well as all of their liquors which was much appreciated! Will be back!

Stopped in during an event on pratt st. 2nd visit. Birch bourbon was bold & hints of birch were…read morevery nice, overall a smooth bourbon. The tacos were excellent, very flavorful and fresh, and very filling/ample meat portions. The double taco-shell helps hold it all together. Wednesday was the perfect day for a peaceful visit before the rain storm. Happy hour menus attached for reference! Every visit, the staff is perfectly welcoming and knowledgeable, and the food surprises my taste as a former picky eater. I would be excited to get tacos again, or try something new.

Came here after going to bingo Loco to finish my celebratory birthday…read more We walked in within an hour of closing, so we were given last call. We were seated at a booth, but quickly moved to the bar where the bartender made our concoctions, chatted with us, and talked about the old distillery that was before the parlor. I got the Smoke Break; mezcal, wild moon sumac, apricot, amaro del capo, lime and absinthe. It was very good, very smoky, but the perfect balance. And of course, the birthday is not complete without shots! We ended up taking the sour cherry vodka, which is one of my favorites We were unable to get food as the kitchen was closed, but we will have to try next time

I stopped in for a drink and some food and was pleasantly surprised. The service was excellent and…read moreincredibly fast. The pizza was so crispy and delicious. Will definitely be back!

Don't waste your time or money. Was told they only had cheese pizza then was told by another…read morewaitress that they had pepperoni after we had paid. The bar was dead AF on a Saturday night at 12:30am. That should have been our first sign. Got charged a cover because we were the only 2 idiots in the bar with a dj. Save your time and money and order dominoes. Would never visit again, even if they paid me.

Looking for a great place to watch the 2026 World Cup!? Look no further. Great food, great people…read more Such a fun time this past weekend enjoying the watch party with USA taking on Germany. Started off with some tasty nachos and ended with the classic Irish fare, crispy and delicious Fish and Chips! This is my tournament spot for sure!

The atmosphere and the beer were obviously good. The baked potato soup was out of a can. I ordered…read morethe lamb stew and it was most definitely not lamb, but beef. Having grown up on Dinty Moore stew, I can tell you that's probably what it was.

First time at Parkville Market and The Local and have to say I am beyond impressed!…read more The Local has something for everyone. The ambiance here is so cool- I love the decor and set up. Our bartender was super nice too! I ordered their cucumber cocktail and thought it was perfect! It was a warm day and this drink definitely gave off summer vibes. Very light and refreshing and made with quality ingredients! You can even ask to have your cocktail in a plastic cup so you can walk through Parkville Market. I opted to do this just because I've never been here before but I would totally come back to chill at The Local next time! I can definitely see coming here on the regular! Can't wait to try their other specialty cocktails!

The Local is a cool spot for a late night drink during the week. On Wednesdays they do karaoke…read morewhich is always a fun time. They do stay open later Parkville Market but last call is around 10 PM. All you have to do is go upstairs behind the elevator. They also have some seating outside the bar for the nights when it's really crowded. Their drinks are pretty average, but they're affordable so I have no complaints. The service is super super friendly!

Texan style fun!! Country music and huge area with pool tables 2 bathroom bands live is great! The…read morefood was great Burgers n Mac waitress is my fav lovee her! !!!! Let's line dance!

Found this bar by accident and don't regret it. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond to…read moremake sure my drinks were good. The music was great. There are some arcade games available it gets pretty crowded but not overwhelming. There is seating by the bar but also benches outside.

Came over for drinks after finishing up an event across the street. Juan was our bartender and was…read morea cool person to hang out with. He made my drink for me and it was delicious!!

A small group of us wanted to give this place a try. Let me start with the positives…read more The bartender was attentive, friendly, and polite, and our food was served quickly. I really liked my margarita and the interestingly colored salsa. The atmosphere is great. I know that this space was previously an American-type restaurant, they did a nice job with the décor that is still being used. Not much of a Mexican vibe. Now for the negatives. The entrance was confusing--there was no real sign, or at least none that I noticed. My husband said the name was written on a piece of paper. Weird, but okay. The outdoor seating area was also seemed to be under construction, so maybe that will improve the overall experience once it's completed. Again, weird. Unfortunately, the food was mediocre at best and quite expensive for what you get. There were a couple of pescatarian options, but nothing that really jumped out at me. Overall, I got the impression that this may be more of an after-hours hangout for locals than a place focused on food. If they finish the outdoor area and make a few improvements, I'd be willing to give it another try, but for now, I'm just not sure about this place.

9/23/26: Great Pizza and customer service!!!!…read more We drove up to Hartford. A local area business recommended The Brownstone for pizza. Inside the Brownstine, it's very tiny We sat at the bar and first ordered Pepsi's and a plain slice and a pepperoni slice. Pizza is excellent. It's a much different style than I've ever had. The bottom crust is paper thin and super crispy. It held the toppings beautifully. The tomato sauce and cheese were baked together almost to a crispy manner but yet, still had some softness to it. Bottom line it was delicious!!!! We ordered another round. : D This tiny place has some great beer and pizza weekly day lunch specials. Definitely would stop in again!

Came here for a happy hour and started off with two green tea shots, and two glasses of white wine…read more We ended up getting a four piece wing and the brownstone smash burger with fries with added jalapeños. Everything came out hot and fresh and we could see the kitchen prepping everything from the bar There wasn't a lot of people in there, but the food took about 30 minutes to come out. The server was friendly and kept checking in on us Just a heads up, the bathroom was disgusting

I've been wanting to check this place out for years and finally made it and honestly, it was just…read moreokay. We went on a Saturday night around 9, and since it's winter, the rooftop was enclosed, which was actually done pretty well. The setup was nice and they had a DJ playing old school hits, which I loved it definitely helped the vibe. That said, it wasn't very busy, but somehow the bartenders still took forever to serve us. The drinks were pretty mid, nothing special or memorable. I do like the area, and I'd probably come back in the summer just to experience the rooftop when it's fully open, but overall it's not really anything to write home about.

Parking: large but busy lot as it is shared with multiple businesses…read more Decor: stylish but cold, not just temp but feeling. Great patio for summer relaxing out on a rooftop (3 floors up) bar lounge. Staff: friendly but not very attentive and when I was there it was maybe 10 people in the entire place. Seemed like they were more interested in talking amongst themselves. Food: menu and presentation are more aligned with a bar menu and plating rather than an upscale restaurant Overall: would definitely go for drinks one evening but I'd eat first unless you want bar munchies. They also have a different name on the wall for inside seating but it's the same menu the hostess said.