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1. New Mill Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1926)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Southington
Booked 30 times today
Plantsville's well-known Old Mill is now New Mill Restaurant, featuring the culinary talents of its new Executive Chef, Bob Martucci. This lovely 1737 cider mill has been a Connecticut favorite for many years, and has now completely renovated by its owners, Chris and Michelle Calvanese. Menu specialties include fresh-only seafood and raw bar selections, "chop house" Angus steaks, and homemade pastas and desserts. An expanded wine list and a large sociable bar round out the new offering.
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2. Piccolo Arancio
4.7
Exceptional(1316)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Farmington
Booked 8 times today
Piccolo Arancio offers a romantic, quiet dining experience perfect for special occasions. Customers rave about its modern interpretations of Italian cuisine, excellent service, and warm, lively environment. It's described as a place where you can 'eat as if you were in Italy.'
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3. Ideal Tavern
4.5
Awesome(696)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Southington
Booked 14 times today
Ideal Tavern is a Gastropub serving modernized, New American classic cuisine, craft cocktails and select beers in a charming, rustic atmosphere!
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4. Greenhouse Café & Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(31)
Price: Moderate
• American • Canton
Booked 13 times today
If booking is full please call directly!Greenhouse Cafe and Tavern offers family friendly dining experience. Join us for our new Dining room and Bar or 'al fresco', alongside our beautiful pond and waterfall amongst beautifully planted gardens. We focus on the "farm to table" concept and work hard to ensure that as much product as possible is locally sourced to ensure the freshest and most delicious menu offerings. Be sure to finish off your meal at The Frozen Gnome ice cream shop located next door!We have our own gardens and greenhouses onsite where we are growing as much product as possible for use in our recipes.Look for our weekly specials which feature fruits and vegetables as they come into season. We offer fresh, local and sustainable seafood. We travel regularly to purchase product for use in our restaurant from one of the best farmers in the business. Our route takes us through the famous Rhode Island ports and allows us to take advantage of the freshest seafood possible!
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5. Diorio's Restaurant and Bar
4.6
Exceptional(649)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Waterbury
Booked 13 times today
Please call the restaurant at 203-754-5111 for additional availability.The legendary history of Diorio Restaurant began in the 1920s. The late Rocco Diorio was responsible for the fine traditional food and many lasting memories for most of the people in the greater Waterbury area. The restaurant was closed in 1980 and reopened in 1991 after total restoration to its original splendor. The legend continues as we remain true to those endearing memories. We have the original marble bar, over-sized mahogany bankers booths, tin ceiling, and the most impressive acid-etched mirrors displaying historical Waterbury. Diorio Restaurant has once again reclaimed its reputation as Waterbury's finest.
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6. M.I.A. Cafe Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(19)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Waterbury
Booked 7 times today
M.I.A Cafe Lounge is a bold new concept that seamlessly blends the best of two worlds: the innovation of America and the rich flavors of Albania. "Made in America, Made in Albania," our restaurant offers a fresh, elevated dining experience with crafted cocktails, elegant Mediterranean-inspired dishes, and an atmosphere that’s as sophisticated as it is inviting. Whether you’re here for a creative drink or a memorable meal, M.I.A is where culinary artistry and modern elegance come together.
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7. Uncommon Grill
4.7
Exceptional(86)
Price: Moderate
• American • Watertown
Booked 13 times today
Dine with us at Uncommon Grill! Located in Watertown, CT, we are a modern restaurant that blends American cuisine with globally inspired flavors. Our menu features creative, high-quality dishes made with fresh ingredients, offering a mix of comfort food & bold, innovative flavors. We believe that great food & drinks bring people together. Our thoughtfully crafted cocktail menu features twists on classic favorites & unique creations, while our draft list highlights the best local craft breweries. Enjoy your meal in our welcoming dining room or get cozy on our patio beside the fire. We keep things exciting with our bi-weekly specials & monthly brunches, offering fresh, seasonal dishes & drinks to enjoy with family and friends. Whether you’re joining us for a casual night out, a special occasion, or a relaxed evening by the fire, we look forward to sharing our passion for great food, inventive drinks, & warm hospitality with you. Come experience Uncommon Grill—we can’t wait to serve you!
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8. Echo Craft Kitchen - Watertown
4.7
Exceptional(131)
Price: Moderate
• American • Watertown
Booked 8 times today
Echo Craft Kitchen in Watertown is a special occasion spot with its memorable dining experience in a beautifully renovated 1700s building. The food is described as 'cut above what you would expect from other restaurants' and the cocktails are 'excellent'. The atmosphere is consistently praised as warm, welcoming and great, making it perfect for special occasions.
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9. Butcher Bros Steakhouse - Cheshire
3.9
Excellent(126)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Cheshire
Booked 5 times today
Butcher Bros Steakhouse in Cheshire is a gem for special occasions. Praised for its excellent service, beautifully presented food, and a great atmosphere, it's the perfect place for celebrations. As one review says, 'Perfect place for any celebration. We ordered the bone in rib eye which was cooked to perfection and the Chilean sea bass.' Another mentions celebrating a birthday with an 'amazing waitress' and 'amazing' food and service. The Butcher Bros Steakhouse is not just a steakhouse, but an experience!
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10. The Local 63 - Watertown
4.4
Awesome(12)
Price: Moderate
• American • Watertown
Booked 1 time today
We are The Local Sixty-Three! Our family-owned restaurant is focused on sustainable, seasonal, and local ingredients - dedicated to sourcing from nearby breweries, distilleries, farms, and mongers.Our atmosphere is relaxing, and our staff will not fail to charm you. Most of our employees have been with us since we opened, and they absolutely make this place what it is today. We enjoy food and hospitality, and it shows.We are, as much as possible, a scratch kitchen, including making our own soups, sauces, dressings, mayos, syrups, pickles, and our killer Japanese Milk Bread. We also have many vegetarian and vegan options, as well as dairy and gluten-free options as well. And our cocktails are awesome (N/A included!)We offer dine-in, take-out, and delivery, and we can also host private parties and provide catering.Come celebrate with us, or just come hang at the bar and grab a snack, a local craft beer or cocktail. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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