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The Mill on the River, South Windsor, CT

The Mill on the River

4.7
4.7
2480 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
989 Ellington Rd, South Windsor, CT 06074

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
The Mill on the River is one of the most picturesque restaurants in Connecticut. With a reputation of excellence for over forty years, it is the flagship restaurant of the Mill Restaurant Group. The Mill on the River is the perfect blend of traditional New England comfort and upscale dining elegance.

Featuring an exciting menu of creative, modern American cuisine and an extensive wine and bar menu; The Mill on the River can please even the most discerning diner. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two, a special family celebration, a business meeting, or even a casual evening at the bar, The Mill on the River looks forward to accommodating you!

For Parties over 6 please call the us directly. at 860 289 7929.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Please call 860-289-7929 regarding MRG Catering
  • Private party facilities
    The Mill on the River offers semi private and private dining locations for groups of 20 to 120. All of our banquet rooms blend our facility's New England atmosphere with modern set-up configurations and technology. The ability to customize your menu and setting make The Mill on the River the perfect location to host Business Meetings, Retirements, Seminars, Corporate Retreats and Weddings.
  • Neighborhood
    South Windsor
  • Cross street
    at Beldon Rd.
  • Parking details
    We have three parking lots, two on either side of the restaurant and an additional one across the street. For handicap accessibility we recommend using our smaller 'back lot' to the left of the building when facing from the main street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Buffet 2025

    May 11, 2025 only
    For parties of 9 or larger, please call the office at 860-289-7929 to book our Mother's Day Dinner Holiday Buffet. $63.95 per person | $27.95 for children 12 and under - Price is non-inclusive of 20% Service Charge & CT Sales Tax The Holiday Buffet is located in our upstairs Rafters Room. There is an elevator for handicap access. If there is a handicapped individual in your party, we ask that you let us know at the time of making the reservation so we can plan the table accordingly. We require a $250 deposit at the time of booking to secure your spot. Seating times are 11:30am-1:15pm, 2:00pm-3:45pm & 4:30pm-6:15pm The Holiday Buffet Includes Cold Hors d’Oeuvres – Cheese & Crackers, Vegetables & Dip, Italian Antipasto - Salad Station – House Salad - Chef-Attended Carving Station – Ham, Lamb, Prime Rib, Pork - Pasta, Seafood, Potatoes & Vegetables - Dessert Station – Assorted Desserts - Coffee & Tea read more - https://themillontheriver.com/mothers-day-dinner-buffet/
    Mother's Day Buffet 2025 Photo

What 2,480 people are saying

The Mill on the River reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Mill on the River offers an enchanting dining experience with "amazing food," "exceptional service," and a "cozy atmosphere." Perfect for special occasions or a casual date night, guests rave about the "beautiful setting" by the river and "outstanding" menu options. Consistently praised for its "warm hospitality," this restaurant promises memorable moments.

2,480 Reviews
  1. THOMAS

    Orlando10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good and timely. Waiter explained the "specials" for the day. The ambiance was most appealing.

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  2. Travis

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and the atmosphere was awesome !! Service was outstanding !!

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  3. Robert

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were exceptional. My wife and I have been there now twice since moving here from upstate NY. Once with a party of 8, and I was amazed how the whole evening went. I highly recommend this restaurant. If you are looking for great food and great service, I assure you, you will not be disappointed.

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  4. Erin

    Connecticut1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my wife here for our first time yesterday for her birthday. Amazing dining experience throughout the whole night from the food, ambiance, and service we received!

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  5. Nancy

    West Palm Beach2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I went to The Mill on the River for Sunday brunch. It was our first time visiting the restaurant and it was absolutely wonderful. The ambience and hospitality was warm and welcoming. The food was plentiful and delicious and the service was great. Our server was Zach who could not have been more accommodating and pleasant. We can’t wait to return for another wonderful experience.

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  6. John

    Pittsburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited for Sunday brunch. Service was excellent. Included in the price of brunch was a drink to start: a choice of a Bloody Mary (excellent), screwdriver, or champagne (also very good) as well as coffee and tea. There was a tasty pastry basket brought to the table. We had the omelet which was very good, I asked for the potatoes to be done a little more. I think they deep fried them, but they wound up a little oily. We also had the waffle with fruit, whipped cream and syrup, it was very good. The brunch also includes a dessert. A choice of NY cheesecake, chocolate moose pie, an apple tart(?), and a choice of ice cream. We took the dessert home, so we can’t comment on them yet. Excellent brunch and well priced for the food, service and ambiance.

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  7. Joshua

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful dinner with excellent service and dinner

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  8. Tim

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time and food . Drinks were made great. Food was cooked perfectly. Our server Jose was awesome. Will happily return.

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  9. Christopher

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, great service, and a fantastic atmosphere. While being a little on the pricier side it was worth every penny. Definitely a great spot for special occasions.

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  10. David

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A perfect place for date night sitting by the water falls

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FAQs

The Mill on the River offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 289-7929.

The Mill on the River is rated 4.7 stars by 2480 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Mill on the River

989 Ellington Rd, South Windsor, CT 06074

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    at Beldon Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    South Windsor
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We have three parking lots, two on either side of the restaurant and an additional one across the street. For handicap accessibility we recommend using our smaller 'back lot' to the left of the building when facing from the main street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please call 860-289-7929 regarding MRG Catering
  • Private party facilities
    The Mill on the River offers semi private and private dining locations for groups of 20 to 120. All of our banquet rooms blend our facility's New England atmosphere with modern set-up configurations and technology. The ability to customize your menu and setting make The Mill on the River the perfect location to host Business Meetings, Retirements, Seminars, Corporate Retreats and Weddings.
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