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The 1851

4.5 (22 reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Squash risotto, very cheesy and creamy .
Mary E.

We were looking for a place closer to home to try and remember the mention of this new restaurant. We decided to stop by and give it a shot. Very relaxed ambience with very delicious food. Maeve was very nice and recommended the right items for us not to mention that every request was perfectly delivered. Including the bathroom was very cute. I saw also a large room for events with a nice fireplace in the back. Thank you for this marvelous experience

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Steven B.

We had a party of 6 and all the dishes were fantastic. I should have taken more photos for everyone to see, but I will next time I visit. The salmon dish was perfectly cooked and had a beautiful maple and honey mustard blend. The waitress had swagger and helped us as needed. Stay tuned for my next visit.

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Jazzlyn S.

What a pleasantly surprising experience! I fell in love with the homemade Big Mac Eggrolls. I am so happy to have finally visited this gem in my hometown! Elegantly decorated, carefully crafted menu with delicious house made dipping sauces, and a fresh scratch kitchen menu. This is a fabulous spot to enjoy a night with girlfriends, a cozy romantic local spot for dinner, apps or a night full of delicious cocktails.

Ivana F.

I was looking for a place to have a girls dinner for International Women's Day. I wanted something different and stumbled upon The 1851. The name intrigued me. I called for reservations and Luke answered the phone. He was so friendly and personable that I immediately got a great vibe and knew this was the spot. When we arrived we were also welcomed by Luke who explained that The 1851 was a woman owned business and was named after the year Cromwell was officially turned into a town. I loved learning all this! The owner, Jen actually ended up coming out and she introduced herself, which I thought was such an intimate touch to our dining experience. As Luke sat us, the bartender even engaged in conversation and made us feel so welcomed. Luke ended up being our server as well, which I was so happy about because he was so bubbly and fun. He recommended some great drinks, appetizers, and dinner entrées. We ordered two appetizers to share to start. The first one was the fried green tomatoes with fresh mozzarella, pesto sauce, and arugula, and it was absolutely amazing. We also tried the tuna tartare appetizer and it was so fresh. I have the New York strip cooked medium, for dinner and it was massive. It was served with the best side of spaghetti squash, risotto, and Brussels. My friend tried the short rib with mashed potatoes and the spaghetti squash with pine nuts and pesto sauce. I tried a bit of everyone's dishes, and I must say they were all on point! For dessert, we shared a pistachio ricotta cake that was the perfect ending to a fabulous night. I highly recommend checking this place out!

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Had such a great time at 1851! The food was really good and everything we ordered came out fresh and tasted amazing. The atmosphere is really nice too, it's a great place to go for dinner and drinks. Our server was super friendly and attentive, which definitely made the experience even better. We had a really good time and will definitely be coming back!

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Great bar tender (Sierra), good food and I really like the IPA Maine xx. We will come back

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4.5(51 reviews)
5.3 mi
•$$

I absolutely love the vibe in here! The portraits outside the door are a bit haunting but so…read morebeautiful. I love the hanging lights over the bar, the really add light without making the space too bright. We sat on the couches next to the next place and although it wasn't lit, the vibes were sooo cozy. As a tequila girl I went for the maleficent. It was sweet and the lavender really added to the drink! I typically like to try different drinks but I stuck to this one all night. Our bartender was so friendly and quick! I'll definitely be back soon!

What a fun night! Came here with a couple of girlfriends. Started at the little lounge area, but…read moresoon took the party to the bar when we ran into another yelpie! Don't let the outside of this place fool you because looks are definitely deceiving. We were cautious coming to this place due to the appearance of the outside, but once we were in it was so much fun. Agus, aka rawbartender, was Ah-mazing and truly made the night fun. He was truly such a vibe!! I ordered the SpongeBob, which was Goslings rum, pineapple spice, ginger, lime, angostura bitters. Especially with the show that was put on, my drink tasted even better. It was a Smokey, yet smooth and refreshing drink! We also got the Snow White, on the sweeter side made with Pear vodka, orgeat, pear juice, lemon juice, cinnamon. And of course, we can't forget our schooling in tequila and Mezcal from Agus. He was very informative of what he was serving and we tried a few different shots. He gave us the rundown of how you're actually supposed to taste tequila. And I have to say I've never had an experience like that before. I wish the party didn't stop and I will definitely be coming back specifically for Agus and of course the drinks!

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Fuego Mexican Grill - Molcajete

Fuego Mexican Grill

3.9(96 reviews)
1.8 mi
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Beautiful decor and interior! The food and service were…read moreway above average - very attentive and friendly. Will definitely come back!

"This is the rhythm of the night Baby, tonight's like fuego…read more We 'bout to spend the dinero We party to the extremo" (Black Eyed Peas) Our visit to Fuego Mexican Grill today was the result of three simple factors lining up perfectly. #1 - We hadn't had Mexican food in quite a while, so correcting that deficiency was on our radar. #2 - We were already in Cromwell picking up our Travelers Championship volunteer packages. #3 - And for several reasons, we never managed to have an anniversary meal this year. Together, those factors made Fuego the natural choice -- and a very good one. Walking into the dining room, we were struck by how stunning the room was. We saw dozens of ornate red/orange fire burst light fixtures on the ceiling. In fact, the ceiling had more than just light fixtures. It also had long cascading strands of white and pink flower garlands. There were cactus plants on the windowsills and huge murals of Mexican heritage imagery in the dining room, bar, and pretty much everywhere. . Our lunch started off when Valerie brought us a bowl of complimentary chips and salsa. The chips were terrific- a little thicker than others, but salt-free and addictive. The salsa was also very good -not watery and runny, just a little spicy, with plenty of onion, cilantro, and tomato chunks. For our food, we ordered a Traditional Quesadilla ($15.99) - described on the website as "Two flour tortillas, filled with melted cheese and shredded chicken or beef (we went with chicken), Sour cream, Guacamole and pico de Gallo on side" and an order of their Camarones Fuego ($23.99) - "Sauteed garlic shrimps with mushrooms in a spicy sauce. Served with white rice and salad". The food was delicious and the portions were very large. In fact, we took home more than we ate there, so it's almost like "Buy a lunch and get another one for free". My shrimp plate was great. First of all, it was definitely spicy, which was fine with me because I love that. It had a lot of shrimp and mushrooms, and probably more than a cup and a half of rice. The salad was a nice addition to the plate- lightly dressed Romaine, spinach, onions, and Cotija cheese. Valerie was pleasant and efficient throughout our visit. All in all, we really enjoyed our experience at Fuego. Improvement Opportunities I noticed some inconsistencies between their website pricing and descriptions when compared to the actual delivery of the dishes. Specifically, the quesadilla had a lower website price, and the Pico promised on the website was not delivered on our plate. When I asked Valerie if the dish was missing Pico, she confidently said, no... it's not included. Well, your website begs to differ.

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T Bone Prime Steakhouse

3.6(32 reviews)
4.5 mi
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Our first experience and we will definitely be back!! The restaurant was quiet and unassuming…read more Beautifully clothed tables with white linen. Staff highly attentive. Cocktails were delish (I had the Bees Knees), they all looked great. Served quickly and refilled, if we chose. The steaks were tender, well seasoned and aged. Hardly needed a knife! Melted in our mouths. Mine came out on a sizzling plate with rosemary accents; mmmm! Dessert was a crème brûlée, which was so creamy and rich; a taste that harmonized beautifully with the plump blueberries that topped it. Such a lovely evening. I don't eat steak a lot, but when I do, I prefer quality, which is what you'll get here! Highly recommend!!!

Having heard good things about this restaurant we decided to try it for my birthday. We went early,…read moreso there were only a couple of other diners at the time so service was good. The interior decor of the restaurant is a bit bland- multiple tables arranged in a large room. The room could definitely use some color to brighten the mood. Ceiling tiles were stained and detracted from the atmosphere. But I did like the choice of music- Sinatra, Patsy Cline, etc.! Great choices! The food was, overall, fairly good. The wedge salad was different than usual, served with blue cheese and dressing but also with a balsamic addition. Unusual but good. The rigatoni bolognese was very tasty. The Canadian salmon was good- however the Parmesan risotto could have used more flavor (salt?). The Delmonico steak was served on a sizzling platter and was cooked properly (I ordered it rare and it was rare). However, the meat was a bit tough/chewy which detracted from the meal. Not the quality of meat I would expect from a higher end steakhouse. Overall the meal was okay, but not up to par with other steak houses I've been to.

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4.4(183 reviews)
3.6 mi
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Cheesy garlic bread, Alla Vodka Sauce, & Tiramisu, oh my! The food was delicious and you can tell…read morethe chicken was made fresh. We had the cheesy garlic bread and risotto balls, which were a good start to the night. Our entrees- the chicken parm and pasta alla vodka- were good as well, the alla vodka sauce was especially flavorful! We were also given warmed biscotti at the end of our dessert! The service at this place is also amazing, 10/10! Our server was very attentive and friendly, she was the best. The atmosphere was casual and light, not too loud, not too quiet. This was our first time in Rocky Hill and we will definitely be back!

Came here specifically for happy hour... The food was okay. I would only order 1 dish again. We…read moreordered four apps from the happy hour menu... 1. Fried mozz... the flavor of the cheese was good but the pieces were over fried so it was kinda hard and tasted somewhat burnt 2. Risotto balls... those were great, just needed a lil more sauce. I would definitely order this again. 3. Spicy Calamari... There was an unpleasant odor as soon as they came out. Tasted the actual Calamari and it was delicious but the dish was ruined with all the crap that was added. The yucky slaw and the sauce/ drizzle were unnecessary and made the dish inedible. Wish they left it off or put it in the side so we could have enjoyed the Calamari itself. 4. Sweet Potato Ravioli... the actual ravioli was good. Loved the filling. But this dish was ruined by a flavorless sauce. It tasted like cream mixed with butter. That sauce should be left off. Im sure the server already knew we didnt really enjoy it bcuz he didnt even question why food was left and we didnt want to take any of it to go... Really planned to order more from the happy hour menu but after those last 2 disappointing apps, I changed my mind...

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