I had an incredible first lunch at The Charles. I have wanted to go for years, and I have been…read morespecifically eyeing their fish & chips as of late. There wasn't any question going in what I would order. The hostess started things off perfectly and was exceptionally welcoming, setting a relaxing and comfy tone right away. The building has lots of charm. The dining room was beautifully and warmly decorated. They allow the character of the old house to shine. As for the much anticipated fish and chips, they were extremely well executed, and even more delicious. The fries were great, just fairly standard. The other components shined a lot brighter, for example the inclusion of minted peas was extraordinary. The "kitchen sink" remoulade in place of tartar sauce had to be darn good to make up for the omission of the classic, and it was. The coleslaw was also exceptional, creamy but still light. The fish of choice was a cod loin. That was the game changer. I find loin vs filet to make a world of difference. It stays far more moist, has more flavor, and has a much more pleasant texture for me. The breading was light and delicate, too. Every aspect of my experience at The Charles was excellent. I'm extremely anxious to go back. I have heard great things about their salads and appetizers, and they have a beautiful tented front lawn for outdoor dining in the summer I would like to try. Highly, highly recommend a visit. I would say it was one of the busier lunch services I've encountered recently on a weekday, so keep that in mind.

Absolutely divine…read more It has been so long since I've been able to have a crab cake that's gluten free, but at The Charles, their crab cakes are gluten free and lovely. But first, walking into The Charles is a step back into time yet still fresh and intentional. Plenty to look at all around the restaurant. The layout of even the bar is nice with seats by the windows and plenty of TVs playing the games without being disruptive. The building is gorgeous, well kept, and I can see how this restaurant gets packed quickly! But back to the gluten free crab cake. I would have loved some slightly larger chunks of crab, it was the crispy texture on the outside and soft inside that made my heart melt. The cakes sat lightly on an aioli and beside some greens, and each bit was delectable and delicious. Lovely appetizer. I also have the octopus basquaise, and I loved it. The potatoes needed just a smidge more seasoning and were sitting in oil, but I cared not, because it was an oil with Kalamata olives and tart, and how lovely it all was together. The octopus was nicely cooked and tender and not greasy. The potatoes were a lovely vessel, and the aioli was not too overpowering. A delicious fish overall. The service was great, friendly, and you can tell they love their regulars. Everyone was on the move at all times and overall very efficient and kind. Tons of gluten free dishes naturally. I loved coming to The Charles and look forward to coming back later this week to try their actual dishes. But if the entrees are even close to as good as the appetizers, I'm sure it will all be delicious!

Aroma is great for breakfast and lunch. This week we went for lunch and I had a Peter Rabbit. I…read moreused to get it all of the time on Wednesday evenings, so it was great to experience it again. The food is tasty and different without being fussy. I can get chicken and lots of vegetables and others can get red meat and cheese. The service is also always friendly, the food is served with a smile. To sum it it up- great food, great service and reasonable prices. It is a high point of the day whether I go for breakfast or lunch.

This is a very casual order-at-the-counter type of restaurant. They do have a few small tables…read moreinside. We sat outside. The area is very nice. I ordered a Peter Rabbit with a veggie patty. It was one of the best veggie burgers I've had in a long time. Even the roll was tasty. It was messy as hell but worth it. My husband had a chicken pesto sandwich. I asked him his rating, 1 - 5. He gave it a 5. Fantastic review from this picky eater. It was fairly pricey for a sandwich with no sides included. This being said, I'd like to go back for breakfast.

Walking into the place you would never guess that this restaurant is in a strip mall. Stunning…read moredecor with lighting that accents the entire place. We started with mixed drinks that were absolutely delicious. Just the right mix of sweet but not overbearing. We wanted to try several things so we decided to order the El Festin. It was an amazing choice! The meats that we decided on were carnitas, carne asada, and brisket. All of them had so much flavor and were perfectly cooked, tender and delicious. The plantains had just the right amount of seasoning and done to perfection. It came with a variety of sauces that had so much flavor! Everything I ate was amazing. We had so much food left over. I was able to enjoy it again the following day. They even packaged the sauces for me so I could enjoy them with my leftovers. We will definitely come back here.

Great food, great drinks and great service!…read more I understand the vibe they're going for. Excellent t quality and thought placed into your meals. I love it. I'm happy to pay premium when food is excellent and I got just that. Our first time (I've now been 3x) I felt our server was really willing to help us pick out drinks and food we would like. They took the extra effort to guide us through/ even though we didn't ask them too. I appreciate that. I live in town and hope restaurants like this continue to do well.

Ambience / Overall Feel…read more Beautiful ambience and surprisingly not too busy for a Friday evening. There's plenty of seating, both indoors and on the patio. We decided to stop by on a whim and were really happy we stumbled upon this place. Food The menu is pretty standard, but what we ordered was definitely worth it. We got the dirty wings, which were good and had a nice flavor, although they couldn't be customized. The leg of lamb was the clear winner--sumptuous and served over pita. The tzatziki added a lot of flavor and really brought the dish together. Extra Amenities The staff was very friendly and attentive. They checked on us regularly throughout the meal and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, a really pleasant find.

Good place with huge patio dining area. I was only there for appetizer and drinks…read more The focaccia bread was delicious. Chicken wings were good size and well prepared. Service very good. I need to return for dinner and full experience for better review.

This is a very unassuming place when walking in, not knowing you are going to be kicked in your…read moreculinary taste buds. This food was probably some of the best that I've put on my tongue. If you get a chance to try this farm to table joint out, please do and thank me later.

We have been here numerous times and have had a good experience every time. The food is excellent,…read morefresh and interesting. There's always something we are excited to check out when we haven't been in a while. The restaurant is both nice enough that you feel really good bringing your out of town friends here to try and impress while also being low-key enough for a simple date night with your significant other. They have a few non-alcoholic drink options. As someone who's living the sober lifestyle, it's always nice to see that. The restaurant is well managed and well maintained. Always clean, servers seem invested. It doesn't hurt to make a reservation if you're coming on a Friday or weekend night. Chicken is the star of the show here, and we almost always order that with some of the ala carte sides, but my wife also likes to grab something else off the menu and I'll usually sneak a bite. We've never had anything that fell below expectations.

The pork belly burnt ends app is amazing especially with their sweet chili sauce! Save some of that…read moresauce for the best fries in the state!

Honestly, really good! I have an aversion to any restaurant in a strip mall, but needing a quick…read morelunch as we were in town for a wedding this was our chosen spot. Honestly, I was really impressed with everything I had, I had the beef and blue cheese bread bites and the beet salad and both were honestly great! Service was fine, nothing outstanding, but I wouldn't expect anything crazy from a strip mall Gastropub. Ambience was exactly what you would expect no-frills but comfortable and casual. Honestly, I enjoyed my time here and if you're in the area and need a quick bite, definitely give it a shot.

I've been to Community room so many times! But only for a GF muffin or a cookie or a latte. This…read morewas my first time trying a GF breakfast sandwich. Guess what... loved it!! It was so good! Not sure what kind of GF roll they use but it was delicious. Didn't break apart or anything. I was a little worried for a minute.. did they give me a GF bun?! Lol!! It's definitely a must try! The cafe is always clean and inviting! I usually take to go but it's definitely very cute and a nice place to meet a friend or just sit and have breakfast!

"I don't remember what day it was I didn't notice what time…read moreit was" (Spiral Starecase) No, I don't remember what day it was or where it was, but I know it was at a Yelp Elite function. One of my friends asked me (quite earnestly) if I had ever been to the Community Room Cafe for breakfast because "it's really great". Well, we went there today and I sincerely want to thank that unknown Yelper because the Community Room Café is excellent. We found it in the Constitution Square retail area bounded by Cedar St., E. Main St., Market Sq and Lowrey Place in the center of Newington, CT. Parking is plentiful in the Square's large parking lot. Their space is amazing -big, cheerful, inviting, comfortable, colorful (plenty of orange and black). There are plenty of various seating options in the form of couches, upholstered chairs, table/chair groupings, and counter-style seats by the windows. We saw a few medium sized groups gabbing away at the upholstered seat area and a few industrious folks clattering away on their laptops. We each went with an Avocado Toast (@ $9) with mashed avocado, diced egg, diced tomato, bacon crumbles, cilantro, and Everything bagel seasoning blanketing a big slice of toasted rye. Seriously, one of the best breakfasts we had this year. I went with a small cold brew coffee and a shot of sugar-free caramel ($4.25) while my wife went with a small light roast coffee ($3). We loved everything about the Community Room Café- the food, the vibe, the décor, the service.... Everything. PRO TIPS Their WIFI password is (one word all CAPS) ILOVEMY COFFEE They have a meeting room available to rent for $50/hour during business hours and $100/hour during non-business hours.

BEAUTIFUL! inside and out love the atmosphere and the workers are so kind. would definitely…read morerecommend

Food was excellent Service was impeccable…read more Drinks were delicious Great night out supporting a wonderful mission

This is my third time at flying monkey ( 2nd time at the new location on the Berlin Turnpike) and I…read moremust say the food is always on point ! Note they also offer happy hour (aka monkey hour ) Tuesday-Friday 3-5:30 I ordered the frazberry froze which was really good it literally tasted like a raspberry sorbet in drink form which I loved . Service was great our server was very attentive and checked up on us regularly and we got our food pretty quick . For my entree I ordered the chicken sandwich . Which was grilled chicken , bacon , Avacado and a creamy aioli served in a fresh bun and a side of fries ! Soooo good highly recommend. Overall 4/5 good food good service plenty of seating ( I only give it 4 stars because I loved the original location)

I truly miss when The Flying Monkey was located at HFD Airport. The setting was unmatched being…read moreable to enjoy a meal while watching planes take off and land created a unique and memorable experience. The food, at that time, consistently matched the atmosphere and made it a place worth returning to. Since its relocation, however, the experience has not been the same. While it's nice that they still offer live music and occasional events, the overall quality particularly the food no longer meets the standard I once associated with it. Unfortunately, it's lost much of the charm and appeal that made it special, and I find myself no longer wanting to visit.

Excellent food and service! We were quickly greeted and whisked away to a booth. Our waitress,…read moreSheri W. was extremely attentive. My husband and I told her it was our first visit to JG and she was delighted to help us with any questions or concerns. The menu is huge and it offers something for everybody! I decided to start with the apple salad, which was huge! It was crispy, crunchy, and had just the right mix of ingredients. My husband ordered a small (12in) cheese pizza, and I decided to go with a small (12in) vodka pizza. I love vodka sauce but had never tried it on a pie before, man was it delicious!- Chef's kiss! My husband really enjoyed his traditional cheese pizza as well! It was great to find a new haven style pizza joint further into the state. They also serve Detroit style pizza which I'd be interested in trying next time. The only downside was not having room to try the italian ricotta donuts that look and sound amazing (which JG doesn't start serving till 5pm). I guess that means we'll just have to go back! 10 out of 10 for JG, we shall return!

A nostalgic stop during a recent trip and otherwise not remarkable. Ordered meatball side, pizza…read morewith broccoli rabe and sausage and the Sicilian orange and blue cheese walnut salads - all of which were perfectly fine yet somehow not as we remember dining years ago. Perhaps it was the take-away part that made things just ok and not comfort food on the go style satisfying.