Amazing food & cocktails in a lovely ambience with a view!! I particularly like the grilled octopus.read more

ORIGIN: Clubhouse Provisions opened in Fall 2022 as part of…read morean effort to revamp visitors' experience. (Thanks to Bill S., Litchfield-based CT Yelp Elite, for bringing the restaurant to mind through his informative review.) The revitalization effort was initiated by a couple -- Jill Farrarotti and Jonathan Philips. Farrarotti's family owned the site since 1955 and Philips has professional food service experience. LOCATION: The restaurant is located at the edge of Stonybrook Golf -- a nine hole public golf course set on a picturesque rural road. CONCEPT: Clubhouse Provisions serves modern American and Asian-inspired dishes in a public clubhouse setting. ATMOSPHERE: The clubhouse is modern and bright, with wraparound glass windows overlooking the golf course, cathedral ceiling, and light-colored painted wood paneled walls. SERVICE: Service is informative and friendly. FOOD: The Crispy Thai Calamari ($20) is worth a visit in itself, and is available during brunch (Sunday), lunch, and dinner service. There is a mix of baby spinach, thinly breaded, crispy Calamari, and chunks of mango and grapefruit veiled by an Asian dressing. It shares top place for best iteration of fried calamari I've experienced (the other is Rhode Island style at a RI restaurant). Pork Belly Bites ($21) makes for a good small plate to share when looking to enjoy a drink and a bite on the porch or at the bar. The Avocado Toast ($25), a popular brunch item prior to 2025 season, has been modified and in my mind has an overemphasis on vinegar flavor, delivered through balsamic drizzle and mound of pickled onions. TIPS: The restaurant is only open seasonally due to its relationship with golf course. The absence of sound-absorbing ceiling material makes the dining experience uncomfortably noisy when the dining room is full. The space is available for hosting events.

My friend and I came in here for lunch a few weeks ago. It was not very busy but it was a cute…read morelittle spot in town. They have a front seating area and a bar area. We ordered the beer flights and a glass of wine. Their signature cocktails are premade. The staff was friendly as assisting with our orders. The side of fries were so crunchy and good. I ordered the Ruben, which was absolutely delicious. The corned beef and rye combo was delicious. It is defiantly a nice spot to stop at for lunch with a friend in this little town.

I was really disappointed by this place. The food and service were not great…read more Food: we ordered an appetizer and I got the Mac and cheese. The Mac and cheese was really bland, I do not recommend Service: the service was honestly awful. Our food took forever and they took really long to take our orders. Ambiance: nice spot with ample seating

I'm pretty divided with this review. First I'll start with the highs: when you eat-in the food and…read morethe service is great! Between the many things to look at (including the giant fish tank) there's always something to talk about. The food was good, we both ordered tacos. They were fresh, tasty and beautifully made- it makes you wish there was 3rd taco! The fried green beans with wasabi sauce was delicious as well, and something you never see on a menu. With all of that said, there were a couple of things that threw me off. First off being that you can see right into the men's bathroom if you're looking through the fish tank. Granted it's only the hand wash area but definitely a little odd. My husband was actually able to wave at me through it. I noticed they put a tapestry up for the woman's restroom so you couldn't see through the other tank they have, so it's weird they wouldn't do the same for the men's. But mostly what was disappointing was we had gone back the next weekend for takeout, we ordered the same exact tacos and upon receiving them they weren't the same as what was ordered. Ingredients and toppings were missing and stuff was added that wasn't on the menu. I will say the pizza was great though! But we came back for the tacos and they fell very short. I'm sure we will be back, but takeout won't be an option for us unfortunately.

Honestly, one of the worst dining experiences I've had. The food was disgusting, extremely spicy,…read moreand completely unenjoyable. Both my meal and my mom's were disgusting, and neither of us was satisfied. What made the experience even worse was the customer service. The staff gave my mom a terrible attitude and showed absolutely no interest in trying to make things right or asking what they could do to satisfy their customers. We actually had to argue just to explain that we were not going to pay for a meal that was practically inedible because of how spicy it was. And as if the experience wasn't already bad enough, after everything, the waitress actually walked out to our CAR asking us for a tip and to sign something! Completely inappropriate and unprofessional. From the very beginning, the staff was unprofessional, lacked basic courtesy, and made it clear that customer satisfaction was not a priority. A restaurant should care about the food they're serving and, more importantly, how they treat their customers. I would not recommend this place. The food was disappointing, the service was even worse, and the entire experience left a terrible impression. And one more thing: I wish I could at least say the place was cute or had a nice atmosphere, but unfortunately, I can't even say that. The vintage record albums displayed on the walls are covered in vandalism and writing, and it's not just the walls -- the seats are covered in writing as well. The whole place looks neglected rather than having the charming vintage atmosphere they may be going for. On top of that, there were flies and even bats flying around inside. Absolutely disgusting and not exactly an environment where you want to sit down and enjoy a meal. Between the food, the service, and the overall cleanliness and atmosphere, this was an extremely disappointing experience.

Always look forward to a trip to Brinx! One of the best coffee shops i have ever discovered! A cute…read morelittle hole in the wall on Torrington's main street has some of the most delicious and unique food items ive had in town! Jess the owner and operator is such a sweet, selfless and generous individual and is very welcoming of all kinds of people and events within the community constantly giving back to those around her while always providing exceptional service to all. What a gem of a location with such a cozy atmosphere and phenomenal service, i will never want to go anywhere else again!

A cute place with a good selection of cafe eats for breakfast and lunch! We all enjoyed the Curry…read moreChicken Sandwich. There were some surprise grapes that gave the sandwich some appreciated sweetness. Only note is that it did take some time to get our food and drinks but there was a lot of traction during our visit and what looked to be one person manning the register/making drinks and someone else in the back on the food. Some of us tried their Chai Latte-all agreed that it was quite milky and needed some sugar so there's that. I had the melon cucumber drink, it was good-I think would be lovely in summer weather but not as cucumbery as I would have hoped! Overall would recommend!

I love coming here! I try to get here at least one time during the summer to sit outside. I called…read morea few hours early to see if I could make a reservation. They were able to make one but couldn't guarantee to sit outside. When I got there they had a table ready outside, which was nice. My friend and I sat for a bit before were given water and menus. I was about to ask but our waitress came over and apologized for the delay. The food came out quickly and was really good! I look forward to going back!

I really like this place. I've been to the location in Avon, too. It's the type of place where the…read moreclassic pub foods are slightly elevated and any person in your party can find something they'll love. Much like my review of the Avon location, I love the apps. I enjoy the food. Service is terrific. The location and feel of Litchfield is way cooler as it's the old jail. Really really great spot. Can't miss. Just read the menu carefully. There's some interesting ingredients in typically classic recipes. For instance, there's truffle in the nachos. If that's not your thing (like it's not mine) don't make the mistake I did is lead with my love for nachos and huger and not read the fine print.

This is a really fun and lively space. Everyone was lovely. The food is tasty and the service was…read morefriendly and quick. Had a great experience here with family and would highly recommend for an enjoyable and casual meal.

ATC South is part of At the Corner. Once upon a time it was a hair salon, but now it's a taco…read morethemed eatery. It's not a huge amount of space, but doesn't feel too crowded. Lots of reds, and lots of colors. Definitely a fan of the decor. The tacos are a great size, and you definitely get your money's worth. The El Gringo, for example, was overflowing and I had to pick up the leftovers with my fork! They share restrooms with regular At the Corner, and there's an interior entrance to the bar area. Parking is usual green - could be easy, could be chaos. Watch out for pedestrians.

Great dining experience! Attentive server, busy but not overly noisy, and excellent food. We had…read morethe cheese plate and small size pea agnolotti to start, followed by the duck and steak dishes and each was stupendous. There was a nice variety of cocktails and mocktails. Ended the night with some raspberry ice cream and left happy!

I really wanted to love Arethusa al Tavolo. We chose it for my wife's birthday, hoping for a…read morespecial fine-dining experience in a lovely setting. Unfortunately, the evening became a three-hour waiting game. We were seated promptly, ordered drinks and were off to a nice start. Then everything stalled. Our starters took nearly an hour, and our main courses arrived almost two hours after we sat down. We were patient at first, but eventually the relaxed pace simply became frustrating... more bread, another glass of wine and still no food. When it finally arrived, the food was delicious. The duck dumplings, onion tart, crusted lamb loin and corn agnolotti were all beautifully prepared. Michelle also did a great job on the service side, but the kitchen was painfully slow. What disappointed us most was the lack of hospitality. There was no meaningful apology, acknowledgment or real effort to make things right... and we were charged for everything. More bread and a pint of ice cream didn't address the situation. We left impressed by the food but deeply dissatisfied with the overall experience. The prices reflect a fine-dining restaurant, but the service and hospitality did not come close. At this level, excellent food isn't enough. Fine-dining prices demand a fine-dining experience... and this simply wasn't one.

We just discovered the lounge; so much for being observant since apparently it's been around for a…read morecouple of years. it's attached to Sasso's restaurant right next to the Warner Theater. You can enter either through Sasso's or, more interestingly, through its own sort-of speakeasy entrance. It;s feels kind of wonderfully sneaky. the interior is delightfully private and personal, a small space with a bar in the back and beautifully it tables (and not many of them). The design is smart, clever, and it works. The food is also good. You can order anything from the Sasso's menu,. but the lounge offers its own specialities and specialty drinks (they have a fine, creative bartender). The servers are attentive and speedy even on busy nights, we've found. We think Franklin's is a splendid addition to area dining experiences, and we thank the folks who came up with the idea -- a couple of years ago. So sad we've missed out, but we have resolved not to do so going forward.

Very disappointing experience. Drove 40 minutes to The Franklin Lounge on Halloween because their…read moreGoogle listing clearly stated they were open from 5 PM to 11 PM. When we arrived, the place appeared completely closed. There was no indication of any holiday closure, so we actually had to go next door to a pizza shop to ask whether they were open. The woman there informed us that they close for certain holidays. I completely understand businesses choosing to close for holidays, but the least they can do is update their Google business hours or post a notice on their Instagram page. Neither had any mention of a Halloween closure, leaving customers to assume they were operating during their regularly posted hours. It's incredibly frustrating to waste an 80-minute round trip because a business can't take a few minutes to communicate a closure. A little consideration for potential customers goes a long way. Very unprofessional and disappointing.

Was visiting the area of Litchfield and selected SWG for dinner. We were not disappointed and…read moreactually was pleasantly surprised with the quality and preparation of the food. Dana, our waitress, was wonderful, pleasant and attentive to our needs. The jumbo shrimp cocktails were fresh, large and delicious. The house salad was fresh and the salad dressing made it even better. Yummy! Selected the rare peppered tuna which came out perfectly prepared along with veggies and rice or potatoes. Finished with the churro/ice cream dessert which was overwhelming and delicious. The only downside was the room we sat in was a bit tight and nothing special but will be back for the food and service and sit outside next time!

The Saltwater Grill no longer exists by this name. In early January 2025, the owners closed it,…read morerenovated the interior, substantially overhauled the menu and then re-opened a week ago as Sage and Salt. We'll be reviewing the "new" restaurant, so this rating above is just about meaningless now.

Came for the food, stayed for Karen. 10/10 worth the visit. Had the creamy sausage tortellini soup,…read morewill suck down again.

Fun local place. Food is great. Better than you'd expect for a small bar. Service is fantastic…read more You'll never have an empty drink. This is one of my favorite places.