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1. Piccolo Arancio
4.7
Exceptional(1316)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Farmington
Booked 12 times today
Piccolo Arancio is a hot spot because it's a go-to restaurant for great Italian cuisine. Reviewers are consistently wowed by the food's vivid flavors and presentation. The ambiance is warm and lively, making it a great place for a romantic dinner or a relaxed meal with friends. The service is always top-notch, adding to the overall excellent experience. As one reviewer puts it, 'Great food, service, not too busy during the weekday, so it’s great for a big group.'
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2. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Hartford
4.8
Exceptional(1766)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 31 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House serves the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1800 degree oven & served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented sizzling hot at your table. In addition to steak, the menu features an assortment of chops, as well as fresh seafood and lobsters. We serve only the finest produce and offer over seven different types of potatoes. Dinner is not complete without trying one of our homemade desserts. Ruth's Chris is also proud of its award winning wine list featuring over 225 domestic and imported selections. At Ruth's Chris Steak House, there is truly something for everyone!
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3. The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar
4.5
Awesome(81)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newington
Booked 39 times today
The Flying Monkey- a local business offering authentic fusion cuisine, in an inviting atmosphere Featuring acclaimed Jazz and Blues artists to enhance your dining experienceLet Your Monkey Fly!Established 2016.
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4. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center
4.7
Exceptional(321)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • West Hartford
Booked 26 times today
Featuring modern renditions of classic American seafood, Max’s Oyster Bar menu has something for everyone. While seafood is the focal point, there are selections for even the most ardent landlubber. Ethnic influences are apparent throughout a menu filled with new interpretations on traditional fare. The raw bar offers an extensive variety of bi-coastal oysters and shellfish.In it’s freshman year, 1999, Max’s Oyster Bar was awarded “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine. Since then it has won numerous Reader’s Choice Awards, including “Best Seafood Restaurant”. Zagat’s Survey has also given Max’s Oyster Bar an “extraordinary” rating.
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5. Fleming's Steakhouse - West Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(1563)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 55 times today
Your West Hartford Fleming's is located in the historic Educational Building, just off West Hartford Center and next to the Noah Webster Library. Fleming's in West Hartford is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.
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6. New Mill Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1926)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Southington
Booked 20 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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7. Texas de Brazil - Hartford
4.5
Awesome(1602)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 45 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
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8. Artisan - West Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(1691)
Price: Expensive
• American • Hartford
Booked 28 times today
Artisan in West Hartford is a total hit with its unique blend of 18th Century Scandinavian design and New England-inspired farm-to-table cuisine. The reviews are consistently high, with customers praising the 'interesting seasonal menu', 'inventive food', and 'excellent service'. The outdoor seating is also a favorite, creating a 'great ambiance' and 'vacation-like setting'. The restaurant is recommended for 'date night', 'corporate functions', and 'special occasions'.
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9. Sally's Apizza - Westfarms Mall, Farmington
4.1
Excellent(54)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Farmington
Booked 66 times today
Sally's Apizza is a popular pizzeria located in Farmington, Connecticut. It is the sixth location of the famous Sally's Apizza restaurant in New Haven, Connecticut. Sally's Apizza is known for its thin-crust pizza, which is cooked in a coal-fired oven and topped with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Sally's Apizza Stamford also offers a variety of Italian classics, including fried mozzarella, chicken parmesan, salads, calamari, and Calabrian chicken wings. The restaurant has a casual, family-friendly and lively atmosphere that is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
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10. Max A Mia - Avon
4.8
Exceptional(200)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Avon
Booked 41 times today
Opened in 1991, Max a Mia was named “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine in its first year, and “top-grossing restaurant in its size” by Restaurant Hospitality. The restaurant is now in the good hands of Executive Chef Bob Peterson, who has brought an exciting new energy to the restaurant.Max A Mia is the quintessential Italian experience in the Greater Hartford area. It also continues to garner awards and accolades. Featuring a traditional Italian menu, it utilizes an authentic brick oven that produces stone pies with unmatched flavor. Traditional veal, pork and pasta dishes, as well as inventive risotto offerings, set the mood for desserts including tiramisu and white chocolate polenta cake.An extraordinary and comfortable 25-foot granite bar has elevated Max A Mia to the social place in the Farmington Valley. The dining room features wood and tile, warmly lit by custom fixtures to create a sophisticated and luxurious – yet friendly, family environm
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