Best Casual Restaurants in Windsor

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1. Republic - Bloomfield

4.7

Exceptional(625)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Bloomfield

Booked 25 times today

Located in Bloomfield, Connecticut, Republic serves American cuisine with an inventive flair in a gastropub setting. The restaurant has a full bar that features a wide selection of craft beers. Republic offers daily happy hour specials, takeout and catering services. Start out with an order of hummus or bacon-wrapped dates at Republic. Then choose from a menu full of creative options like the eggplant burger, the bacon and apple flatbread and the miso-maple glazed salmon. The restaurant also has a gluten-free menu that includes items like the Peruvian roasted chicken and the Philly cheesesteak sandwich served on a gluten-free roll.

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2. The Mill on the River

4.8

Exceptional(2409)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Windsor

Booked 41 times today

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.

3. Salt + Lime

4.4

Awesome(114)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Hartford

Booked 16 times today

Located on Park Road, Salt + Lime Mexican Cantina aims to bring the best Mexicancomfort food and a wonderful bar atmosphere. We look forward to serving you!

4. Feng Chophouse

4.6

Exceptional(1194)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 43 times today

Feng Chophouse is Downtown Hartford’s premier dining experience. Each time we set our table we invite you to join us for the refinement of fine dining and the flare of a modern casual environment. Our mission is to showcase our passion for service excellence. Whether at the bar, in the cocktail lounge, or any of our dining rooms our Team will delight in the opportunity to provide a full menu experience. We've assembled the most expertly trained Chefs both locally and abroad in order to make every dish at Feng Chophouse one worth remembering. At Feng Chophouse, we've worked tirelessly to find the perfect balance of flavors to satisfy any Guest, from the sushi novice to the most refined palate. Gather with friends and coworkers. Treat a client to lunch or dinner. Enjoy a special occasion with a special someone. However you need to use our space, you’ll find decor, amenities, & furnishings rivaling the most hospitable establishments. Eastern. Western. Downtown.

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5. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(179)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 46 times today

Located right in downtown Hartford since 1996, Max Downtown continues to add to all that the city has to offer with its legendary service, food and drink selection. Max Downtown has won a number of awards including Connecticut Magazine's Best for Overall Excellence, Hartford Magazine's Best Power Lunch Spot, Best for Business Entertaining and Best Wine List; has been featured in the Hartford Courant's Great Steaks: The State's Sizzling Best and was rated "Don't Miss" by the New York Times.With a significant list of vintage and non-vintage wines stored in-house, Max Downtown is excited to additionally offer its stunning wine mezzanine as a focal point. Our selection is bound to have the perfect accompaniment for your occasion whether it’s by the glass or by the bottle.If spirits are more your style, Max Downtown's whiskey bar features a broad selection of international bourbons, ryes, scotches and whiskeys crafted across the globe, from Kentucky to Japan.

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6. Millwright’s Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(427)

Price: Expensive

• American • Simsbury

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Millwright's Tavern. Open Tueday - Sunday.

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7. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(2616)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 67 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

8. Tosca

4.7

Exceptional(345)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Suffield

Booked 15 times today

Tosca is a contemporary restaurant that serves both old school and modern seasonally inspired Italian and French influenced cuisine. Owner-chef Kevin Cousin and secondary, Sous Chef Rebecca Bates supervises a creative menu dominated by a nice range of Italian dishes and seafood entrees. All desserts and Pastas are freshly crafted.Visit for dinner and enjoy a savory dish of pan-seared salmon, or order the Bolognese alla Tosca for an appealing pasta dish that takes you to Bologna Italy.Fresh cuts of meat such as Black Garlic Sirloin or Today's Special .Finish off with a classic Vanilla bean Crème Brûlée.Or our famous Salted-Caramel ice cream.Tosca also boasts a nicely stocked bar and an outdoor patio that provides a scenic dining option during the warmer months.Craft seasonal Cocktails,New Specials daily and weekly . The restaurant’s casual and upscale vibe and intimate ambiance provides a welcoming backdrop for a spur-of-the moment dinner or a romantic date. Reservations encouraged.

9. Max A Mia - Avon

4.7

Exceptional(138)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Avon

Booked 62 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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10. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(137)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 28 times today

Contemporary, cool and inventive, it has been fashioned by legendary Connecticut restaurateur Richard Rosenthal and executive chef and partner, Chris Torla. Custom. Progressive cross-cultural dishes offer variations of familiar food from around the world. The menu features a collection of tasters, tapas, tequila as well as larger plates and entrées. A new focus on agave spirits has brought new excitement to the restaurant.

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VickiVIP
New York City •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A four-season go-to spot for good food, personable service & ambience, whether dining at a table, a high top or the bar (which often includes friendly conversation at no extra cost).
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Republic - BloomfieldPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Bloomfield
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4.7
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JennaVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
One of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. Fantastic food, fantastic drinks, fantastic service. Doesn’t get better than this!
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The Mill on the RiverPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• South Windsor
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4.8
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Nancy
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
What a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner! We ye food was delicious and our waitress was wonderful, kind and attentive. All of the staff made the night festive and fun. We will be back for Christmas 2025!
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Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.7
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deborah
Greater Boston •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was our first time at this restaurant however, our family members had been there before and recommended it for Christmas Eve dinner. Perfect evening!! All of the staff treated us like family and were happy to have us there. tried several sushi and appetizers. The size of the maki rolls was unbelievable and the flavors outstanding. we had a picky eater among us and we were shocked at the things he tried and the things he liked from tartare, to foi gras and even bone marrow, so impressed. Cocktails were absolutely loved by everyone …. Thank you for making our Christmas Eve phenomenal… we’ll be back!
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Feng ChophousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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4.6
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JudithVIP
Greater Boston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 16, 2024
This was our second visit and was just as wonderful as our first ! The ambiance, food and service is outstanding. The staff genuinely care about their customer’s experience. The food is authentically Mexican and the homemade guacamole app is a must ! We will be making this our favorite for sure !
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Salt + LimePrice: Moderate• Mexican• West Hartford
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4.4

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Republic - Bloomfield

2. The Mill on the River

3. Salt + Lime

4. Feng Chophouse

5. Max Downtown - Hartford

6. Millwright’s Tavern

7. The Capital Grille - Hartford

8. Tosca

9. Max A Mia - Avon

10. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

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