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!

The most amazing time!! They were accommodating!! Pops is amazing!!! Food is crazy!! Full of flavor…read moreand great potions!! The ambiance was inviting and warm!!!

The perfect hidden gem . OMGoodness awesome food! I have gone there twice in the past couple of…read moreweeks and I can't wait to order their amazing empanadas!! They are cooked nicely and packed with a lot of delicious flavored meat. and the sauce that comes with the empanadas is tasty and goes perfectly with them. They sell beef, chicken and shrimp for your liking. when you go inside the restaurant, I could not believe the ambience was fire a long how big the area was. You would not be able to tell from the outside. and the service was excellent, one on one introduction with Pop and the staff! I totally recommend this restaurant and I can't wait to try all the different dishes from the menu! Dorothy W

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!

awful !!! our waitress actually forgot about us - after 25 mins of waiting- we had to call her over…read moreto put in order and she laughed and said " sorry I forgot " then , got two of our orders wrong. 1 was sent back and was brought out still wrong -my daughter requested no cheeses on salad due to intolerance and there was a ton. I ordered a ceasar with blackened chicken and brought out a completely different salad. apologized but did not offer to change it. we ended up paying $100 for lunch and two were incorrect. she made no offer to even take one off the menu. would not recommend

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.

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.

Mother's Day dinner with the family! There were 5 of us…read moreand it was great! We ordered Shrimp cocktails Caesar Salad Complimentary warm salted rolls Three ordered the filet mignon One ordered the Filet Oscar One NY strip We ordered sides to share and try French fries Onion rings Creamed spinach Brussels sprouts Whipped potatoes Asparagus The steaks were the most tender I've ever had The sides were all very good Dessert Cookie plate. ( meh) Baked Alaska. Really good Valet parking makes it nice and easy Being Mother's Day we appreciated not being rushed and kudos to the kitchen. Once our order was in it went right along smoothly. All steaks were cooked to order. In addition, the turnaround for the bar was not bad for it being a full house. We enjoyed our dinner at this iconic landmark and of course will be back.

I really enjoyed my experience at Max Kitchen. I had the shrimp dish for my entree and our table of…read more5 shared the baked Alaska for dessert. The coconut flakes on the rice added just the right amount of flavor with the shrimp and the baked Alaska was sweet but so delicious. Our food took quite a while to arrive, but Eddie, our server, provided wonderful service and kept the drinks coming and our water refilled. They had run out of bread, so we teased him about it, when a fresh batch finally finished baking, he packed some for us to take home.

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 to Social House twice now. One time I went for the selfie museum and was able to go…read moreupstairs to experience the additional set ups. I'm not sure if the upstairs area is still available for guests to use. The most recent time I was there for Thursday night karaoke. DJ Aura hosted and there was a pretty decent turnout! The space is definitely good for large groups. The entrance to the bar area is a bit tight but they have some high top table tables available as well. I tried the chicken tacos and they were alright. Next time I would probably try something different. I heard they just got a new chef so I'm interested in the flavors she's bringing to the kitchen.

A selfie museum close to home that gives you the New York experience. Not too loud on the night…read morewhen I visited but there was a bar and a section for a DJ. This hidden gem is located on Market Street in Hartford right beside the 960 Main St building. It's a selfie museum and a restaurant all in one. The restaurant menu is small but there are a wide variety of options to choose from. I came for Christmas dinner with friends who were all dining for the first time. I ordered the New York strip with candied yams and mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was a little bland but was still edible. It was my first time trying candied yams and it was so rich, sweet, and delicious. I had my steak well done and it was so juicy. The serving size was also pretty decent as I had leftovers for the next day. For my drink, I had the soho punch which was very tasty and fruity. To be able to take pictures I believe you have to pay for that part separately, however, based on the numbers in our party, they told us we could take pics and you know the model I am, I went around and took photos at nearly all the photo booths. Each photo station has a ring camera with a ring light which makes it perfect for taking pictures especially if you do not have anyone to take your pictures. All the others in my party also enjoyed their meals. They had jerk chicken alfredo, fried whiting fish, salmon alfredo, Buffalo chicken wings, burgers and so much more. They also do paint and aip and will be hosting a New Year's Eve brunch if you are interested.