Food for the week I was there. They have some of the best clam chowder. It's a must every time I come here. The wings are very good as well. The burger was my least favorite, couldn't cook it to the right temp. The staff was nice and friendly. read more

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I occasionally stay at the double tree hilton this place is attached to. Service was slow I sat at the bar for a while before someone greeted me. Place is slow but I waited for ever for a flipping cheese burger. I asked the guy next to me how his buffalo tenders were and he said ok..... I noticed his plate still had several pieces left. 35 minutes for a cheese burger seriously........ read more

Stayed at the Double Tree before our flight and had dinner here. Great sports bar atmosphere with really good food! I had a Burger and Fries and my wife had the Buffalo Blue (chicken) salad that was enormous and had the perfect combination of chicken, romaine and fresh chunky blue cheese. My burger was expertly prepared, tasty with crispy steak fries. Best of all our total bill was only $40 with me tip! (We drank water). Excellent value and probably a nice place for business lunches too! read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Bar - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

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This place is awesome! The bar and grill was nice. Came here with a coworker after work. I got seared ahi tuna for an appetizer. I also got fish and chips for dinner. The tuna was money! Served with wasabi, soy sauce, and seaweed. It was very nice. The fish and chips were plentiful. The tartar sauce was the boss of sauce! So good. We are coming tomorrow! read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Seared ahi tuna appetizer - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

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The food was average (which I expected) but I am staying at the hotel so it is convenient. However, there was a startling realization when they brought the bill. I ordered a "basil Hayden" on the rocks. Apparently "on the rocks" means $2. I asked what the heck this was about and they said "on the rocks" is a larger pour. I asked for further clarification. "Neat" is $15 and is 1.5 oz. "On the rocks" is another $2 and is one more ounce. I suppose that $2 is a bargain if considered that way. But the whole way they do it left a sour taste in my mouth. No pun intended. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Basil Hayden on the rocks - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

We had an incredible dining experience here! We were the only ones there so we were able to have the whole dining room to ourselves. Our server, Matt, was very attentive (and understanding when we told him he didn't have to check on us anymore to avoid mask-on-mask-off maneuvers.) Finally, I HAVE to suggest the Black and Blue Scallops; the sauce is Gorgonzola Cheese based and comes with a slice of lemon, which is obviously heaven on a plate! We will be coming back soon! read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Black and Blue Scallops (front), Classic BBQ wings (back left), and Classic Buffalo Wings (back right) - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

All I can say about the bad reviews on here is : I am a regular here. I come here after work often. I have seen people and heard people treat these bartenders like absolute shit, sexually harass, and even assault- yes assault (smack a bartenders behind) and then become angry and offended when told not to touch her. Complain to management about the bartender being "rude " for demanding him to keep his hands to himself, just for management to comp his meal. I heard a man tell one of the bartender he'd "let one blow on her face if he had the chance." See the thing with these bad reviews, is they're all majority from entitled people. People who think they can do whatever they want with no payback. Let me just tell you. I was cold and I am currently wearing the bartenders jacket because that's how kind they are here. Does my steak look horrible to you? Please trust me when I tel you people complain more than they compliment. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - a steak and vegetables - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

We ate there tonight with a large group of 9 people. Our waitress Heather was fantastic! She was so good to us and helpful recommending the meals. They have the best clam chowder. Great food. Great prices. Great service! read more

I have nothing bad to say about this restaurant. Suzy who was working the bar, where I sat, was very friendly and on top of things. The food is good, the sandwich I got was very big & delicious with a side of sweet potato fries- also good. The only thing I'd say is that I believe the chili said it came with tortilla strips, which it didn't, rather the oyster crackers. No big deal. I had no problems with the food, drink, or service. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Chili - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

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So what do you look for in a hotel bar and restaurant? It should be good sized, so you don't feel cramped. Well you won't feel cramped at all here, Shades is huge with a big bar, big dining rooms, and a few sweet upholstered seating nooks. They should have a Happy Hour right? Well Shades does -with lots of bar appetizers from $5 - $8 and $4 beers. They even have free food in the person of a nacho bar so you can load up on chips, salsa, sour cream, cheese, jalapenos, and taco meat if that's your thing. The service should be friendly, courteous, efficient and friendly, right? It sure was -very nice folks everywhere (especially the young lady bartender in the Victor Cruz jersey!). About 20 of us were here after work yesterday and we had a very good time at Shades, the house restaurant at the Doubletree hotel near the airport. I enjoyed the nacho bar, and sampled a variety of appetizers- bacon wrapped scallops, some GREAT Ahi tuna bites, some tender calamari with a great tomato sauce. Someone at the table ordered a bruschetta that looked like a dessert that was actually an optical illusion! What looked like vanilla ice cream with chocolate sauce turned out to be mozzarella slices with balsamic; a pretty cool and creative presentation. Bottom line is this- we had a terrific time and I was very impressed with Shades. read more

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Attached to the Doubletree Hotel, this is a nice little place to enjoy some refreshments or have a bite to eat. Came here at night with my crew for some food and beverages, and had a great experience. They have a decent beer list- nothing exceptional, but definitely something for everyone. Bud/Miller/Coors Lite kinda night? They've got you covered. Want something with a bit of personality, like a Dogfish Head 60 IPA? Done and DONE. They have a nice long martini list as well if you feel like raising a pinkie and getting fancy. Their food is good. It's damned good, actually. I ordered the scallops appetizer and the seared tuna appetizer. Both were damned fine. Not amazing, but damned fine. The scallops were a little small and overcooked, and the sauce was too heavy for scallops, but I wasn't really *disappointed*, I just would have done things differently. The tuna was really nice, with a great crust of goma. The next morning (while recovering from the beers I'd slaughtered the night before) I ordered myself a Ribeye in order to celebrate the Easter holiday. Now, this meal gets the restaurant an extra star by itself. It was FANTASTIC. I asked for medium rare, they gave me EXACTLY medium rare. Perfectly marbled and still on the bone, with flavor for days. The mashed potatoes were excellent- still just a LITTLE bit of skin on 'em, the way that I like it. And the vegetable medley was exactly that- it was a jubilee celebration of vitamins and minerals consisting of squash, carrots, onion, and several other veggies. Definitely NOT one of those limpid little affairs that you see at most places. This was a GREAT hangover meal, and honestly it just knocked me back on track to tackle the rest of my day. When I'm in the area, I definitely look forward to eating here again! read more

Shade Bar & Grill - One of the better rib steaks that I've had in my travels. Good work, friends! - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

I feel very medium about this place. I mean...I don't actively to the area with the intention on eating here. I don't sit down in my house and think, I should really go to Shade for dinner tonight. But, when I do end up here...its never bad. It is never off the charts either...always medium. Unfortunately there isn't much to choose from in the immediate area, which is something that needs to be worked on because the airport is pretty much two feet away and when people are here for the night and need a quick bite...there are only a handful of places they can end up without venturing too far. If there was something unique about this place - they had a brewery, they had 8,000 TVs, you wear funny hats when you eat...any of that would make it stand out a little more. But, good value, decent beer selection, and medium food. Not really a place you go to, more of a place you just end up at. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Pretty extensive bar area - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

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DO NOT waste your money here; especially if you're a hotel guest. Food was way overpriced while being a disgusting unbalanced mix of overcooked and undercooked. It's like your dish was prepared at a gas station. Service is extremely slow, the staff working here have a really nasty attitude for no explainable reason. They're constantly bickering among themselves too. I highly recommend you try the surrounding restaurants in the area if you're a hotel guest, Shade Bar & Grille is not worth the headache to brave through for food. Skooters diner has really good foods for ridiculously cheap prices for 6am breakfast and there's also a solid steakhouse up the road from the double tree. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Grilled Chicken Alfredo - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

Clean, quiet, comfortable bar area with friendly staff. I ordered a cup of the New England Clam Chowder and the Mozzarella wedges with Marinara sauce. Both were very tasty and satisfying. The soup was a little "thin" but had a lot if flavor and a good amount of clams; not just a bunch of potatoes. The Marinara Sauce for the mozzarella wedges was very good. A little on the sweet side, but well prepared and fresh. The order came with 6 triangle wedges which is enough to share. I'd order either, or both dishes again. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - Clam Chowder - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

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Ain't no shade to throw at this place! Me and my boy came here and this place was poppin! Really nice setup inside, nice bar and restaurant within a hotel. The staff was good as were the drinks. I would say the best place in this area near the airport if you want to go and hang with your people. I will definitely plan to return at some point, this might just be my new pregame spot in the area. read more

Absolutely horrible experience tonight. I'm trying to help these local restaurants but they don't seem to give a crap about the customer. Not just at this place ! I ordered a Bloody Mary.... 9 bucks and I didn't taste a drop of vodka. This is a Hilton property and you think you could expect the best not here clam chowder was ok but not homemade by any means. Shrimp basket was terrible. Frozen Shrimp and bad frozen shrimp at that, over cooked and tough. Don't worry I won't be back!!!! Very very disappointing way to start my vacation! read more

Only had wings, a Cesar salad and tap beer. But it was good for a quick snack on a weeknight. Wings were good you have three choices of sauce and I got the buffalo. It was spicy, maybe franks mixed but it was good...Salad was fresh, crisp lettuce fresh cheese and Crunchy croutons. I had a taste of the local beer and the Sam Seasonal, both were good, but decided on a Stella. Beer was cold and remained cold for the walk to my room so nice tap system. The waitress staff/ bartenders were nice (let me sample some of the brews) and very attentive but not annoying. Didn't get their names but thanks for the great service. I'll try something more dinner like next visit. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

After eating here several times, I've had to lower the rating due to several episodes of poor service and average food. Plus, They must have their lines crossed, because I promise you, whatever is coming out of the "Coors Light" tap is NOT Coors Light... read more

I've been here several times and its great every time. Steak and Cheese grinder is great. French Onion soup is great. Burgers are great. Nachos are great. Bartender makes one of the best jalapeno margaritas I've ever had. Located in the Doubletree hotel. This place is a hidden gem. read more

The service here was quite slow. Abysmally slow. Food took forever, and by the time it came out we were cranky and had ordered second drinks we didn't plan on. Additionally, the chicken in both my wrap and the salad my friend got was the driest, toughest chicken I have ever been served in a restaurant. The Reuben was fine but under sauced, I had to order more Caesar for the chicken Caesar wrap as well. The burger was nothing to write home about. The only person who left happy got the seared tuna appetizer, for what it's worth. I would not return. read more

I've been to Shade several times over the past few years when I've been visiting the area. The menu is varied enough that members of our group have all been able to find something to eat, and our meals have always been fine- no complaints. Service has ranged from OK to very friendly and attentive. I do wish they had a larger selection of wines available. Plenty of parking in the hotel lot. read more

1st off, I would like to say that I came in as the 1st person of the day to be served. I ordered a beer and a bacon/swiss/mushroom cheeseburger. The Burger was very good and the beer was cold and delicious. The bartender was extremely attentive and friendly. I would have given this review 4 stars except for the fact that I received a rotten piece of lettuce in my side salad. The bartender was very apologetic and offered to immediately replace my salad, I politely declined. I paid full price for the meal and was not offered any discount. They did give me a rewards card in a bit of wishful thinking. read more

Shade Bar & Grill - American Near Me - Windsor Locks, Connecticut

Worst attitude and customer service I have received at any of the Hilton properties. Susan is a detriment to your business and clearly did not want to be at work on a Saturday night. read more

This place had great vibes and a friendly staff. The breakfast buffet was good and that surprised me lol. I would have liked to have seen what the night activity was like but I did not have enough time maybe next time. I would return and I plan to. All and all I would say eating there is a good move read more

I'm pretty content with Shade as a bar. I have not tried food so am only rating on their beers. They have a wonderful selection of drinks on tap, which is key. Also, the ambiance combines modern and sports bar to great effect. TV placement is ideal and wide-spread with all 19 of the HDTVs being a good size as well. Happily consumed 2 Long Trails at the bar and partook in complimentary quesadilla appetizers (they have a varying complimentary appetizer every night -- including the amazing sounding shrimp/clams/mussles on Thursdays!!!). Staff was all courteous and friendly as I'd expect from a not-too-crowded bar on a Monday night. What bumps them up from neutral (3) to four stars (above average/superior) is the beer selection. Magic Hat #9, Harpoon, and Long Trail (all great crafts -- two of which are New England local specialties) are matched well by solid staples including Sam's Seasonal and Smithwick's. Some of the bars near Bradley Airport can be kinda sketchy or seedy -- Shade is not one of them. Would love to see the place when it is more up-tempo or if a game big enough to garner audio coverage is happening! read more

Service in the restaurant is horrible!waited 30 minutes just to be greeted and order a drink. The food is good but don't be in a hurry to eat. Nobody moves fast here. Definitely would recommend coming here unless you sit at the bar. read more

This bar and grill is attached to the newly remodeled Doubletree Hotel about 10 minutes from the airport. We ate lunch here before heading to the airport. The day we were there, it was a pretty quiet Monday. The bartender was friendly and when he walked by and heard us trying to squint and see the beers on tap, offered to tell us about them. He was knowledgable and offerered us samples. They have a good selection, about 15 beers on tap, and some of them are local. My husband got a beer, I got a house cabernet, and she filled my glass completely! Generous pouring here folks. This restuarant does not have anything that will change your life as far as food is concerned, but if you want a clean, non-seedy bar and grill that is not a chain close to the airport, this is your place. It has a good menu selection with some local favorites like Clam Chowder and Crab Dip, as well as the usuals like burgers. We got the all you can eat soup and salad bar as we wanted something somewhat healthy before spending the day at airports. It was $7.99. They had Chili, New England Clam Chowder, and a vegetable soup. The salad bar was small, but had good ingredients. They had a mixed greens (not filled in with cheaper lettuces) some veggies, fruit, coleslaw, cottage cheese and a pasta salad, along with a selection of just so-so bread. I was happy they had whole wheat bread though, and grabbed a slice of that. It was a decent meal, and I felt good heading off to the airpot. read more

The Shade Grill is better than many hotel restaurants, which are notorious for being overpriced for average quality. I found the food to be good and the price fair for what you get. I ordered the black and blue scallops as my entrée - they were quite good (although one scallop was underdone) and the cream sauce was flavorful and not too heavy. I ordered a glass of Zinfandel at the bar on two evenings during my stay - it was one of a handful of red wines listed on their bar menu. The second night, the bartender brought me a White Zinfandel. When I explained that I had ordered a Zinfandel, she said that what she had poured. Everyone has an off night, but she was annoyed with me for not ordering the wine she had poured and made me feel bad when she dumped it to pour me the right wine. read more

The food was rather plain and overpriced for what it was. I would not come here for a special meal. Lots of TVs for watching sport in the bar dining area. Only came here as was staying at the hotel and did not want to go out. Service was okay. Nothing to get excited about. Three stars average. Chocolate cheesecake was a good desert and made up for the entree. Cake was just the right size. Any bigger and I would have overdosed on chocolate. Very rich. read more

We flew in late at night and needed to find a restaurant that would serve food after midnight. We drove from restaurant to restaurant using the Yelp "open now" filter only to be turned away at several places. We struck gold here. I was vacillating between the meatloaf and steak tips. The waitress pointed me to the meatloaf and it was FANTASTIC. at the table also was a chicken sandwich, a cheesesteak sandwich and potato skins. Everything was hot, timely and good. The waitress let us squeeze in an extra cold beer before last call. The selection was great (both for food and beer) and the food was much better than anticipated for the last restaurant open, in a hotel lobby, at one in the morning on a Wednesday. Sweet waitress was on the ball. read more

The black and bleu scallops are delicious! Bleu cheese sauce on blackened scallops. Service at the bar was ok.

Shade Grill, here's the good: Nice relax atmosphere, granite bar top nice cushion chairs. Great friendly service Great food Okay here's the ULGY: the beer They have probably 16 lines, and because the draft list is so terrible only 2 of the 16 get any use! No good dark beers... I'm sorry BUT Guinness is not cutting it?! Really?? Cut me a break. It's 2017 craft beer is all the rage - please please get with the times it's not 1999 anymore!! They have 6 IPAs on and, only two of them are really worth it! Pathetic! Total embarrassment, if you want a good beer experience; save you time and money and give Yard house up the street a go! Definitely worth it - its beer in 2025 honestly, I promise! read more

Don't even bother. Stayed @ the DoubleTree on an overnight. Second time eating here and the food is crap - the service is worse. Got the chic parm sandwich and the chicken was almost burnt in the fryer. Fries were WAY overcooked. My friend had the French Dip and the Aujus dip sauce was pure salt. Does any management taste the product???? WTH????? First time I ate here - got the open faced meatloaf sandwich and the gravy was horrible and the potatoes were soupy!!! I'll never eat here again! read more

Type of order: Sit down meal, dinner Food Quality: Good to very good. Steak ordered was mediocre, maybe better than I remember. Nachos were unreal; incredible amount of cheese, and accoutrements. Service: Nice service, attentive, made sure drinks were always full. Very good. Atmosphere: Very nice, pseudo hotel / sports bar mix with nice furniture. Nice place for business travelers to stop, grab food and a drink. Overall Experience: Definitely will be back. A bit on the expensive side, but overall a very nice experience. Mostly business travelers as the customers, from what I could tell. Not a place to meet singles, lol. Recommend Rating: Would recommend strongly, especially if you're traveling, and staying in town. read more

I stayed at the doubletree and had lunch and a couple of drinks the night before. They have a good selection of microbrews and they tasted clean. That definitely made it a worthwhile visit. Bartender was also nice and attentive. At lunch, Salad bar was fresh, but limited dressings. Had the chicken avocado sandwich. The chicken and the sweet potato fries were a little overdone, but acceptable for bar food. read more

Was so impressed with this place on Friday. I have been here a few times but this time it seemed like the employees had been smiling more and the service was faster. My food was fantastic. Great atmosphere. I highly recommend! read more

Great bar, friendly staff open late with good selection of beer and fine alcohol. Late night menu nachos were wonderful.

Keep looking unless you are just staying in the DoubleTree and need a drink. The bar's tap lines were down and the tv/speaker systems were out of sync so it was a poor choice to watch the Monday Night Football game. I was surprised that this could happen at a hotel bar. The nachos were unreal as in covered in nacho cheese sauce and two slices of pepper for a $12 place. About the only redeeming thing about this place is that the server removed this dish from the bill. However I will say the grilled chicken dinner with sweet potato fries was a marked improvement and earned the second star. read more

Nice place! Connected to a very expensive hotel, so I was unsure if I could afford to eat there, but they proved to have plenty of reasonably priced selections! I fed my crew of six and myself for about $20 a head, including tip. Service was excellent and the food was too. Worth coming back. read more

Horrible wait staff, food was okay, nachos not so much very soggy, soggy fries, waitress could care less manager had same if not worse attitude very confrontational. Do yourself a favor only drink there you will be happier read more