Best Date Night Restaurants in New Britain

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanSpanish

Regions

Hartford

Neighborhoods

BerlinFarmingtonGlastonburyHartfordSouthingtonWest Hartford

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Hartford restaurant

1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(1742)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 25 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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2. Texas de Brazil - Hartford

4.5

Awesome(1584)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 30 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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3. Sally's Apizza - Westfarms Mall, Farmington

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4.0

Excellent(34)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Farmington

Booked 41 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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4. Tavern in the Square - West Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(325)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Hartford

Booked 43 times today

WE ARE YOUR neighbors.THIS IS YOUR tavern.Tavern in the Square West Hartford is a fun, exciting environment located in Corbins Corner. This location offers an open floor plan with a 60 seat bar. We feature 31 beers on draft, craft cocktails and delicious food created by our culinary team and executed in our scratch kitchen. Tavern West Hartford features a patio as well as a full open air environment when weather permits. If you are a sports fan, we have you covered with 23 TVs located throughout the restaurant. This is a phenomenal spot to celebrate a special occasion or just meet up with friends for an incredible dining experience

5. Piccolo Arancio

4.7

Exceptional(1315)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Farmington

Booked 4 times today

Piccolo Arancio is a perfect date night spot, known for its modern Italian cuisine. The ambiance is described as romantic, quiet, and perfect for a leisurely dinner. As one reviewer said, it's their 'go-to restaurant when we want to relax and enjoy quality European cuisine'. Another mentioned they had a 'Valentine’s Day dinner' here and found the regular menu 'great'. So, if you're looking for a romantic Italian dining experience, this is the place to be!

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6. Brio Italian Grille - Westfarms

4.4

Awesome(546)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Farmington

Booked 4 times today

Brio Westfarms Mall is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Farmington, CT serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio Westfarms Mall is the place to eat in Farmington, CT for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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7. Boqueria West Hartford

4.5

Awesome(58)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • West Hartford

Booked 16 times today

A lively, Barcelona-inspired tapas bar serving Spanish classics, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a vibrant and contemporary space.

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8. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

4.7

Exceptional(290)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Hartford

Booked 53 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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9. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(232)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 44 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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10. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(2675)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 55 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.

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a great time and the food was delicious and service was top notch.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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4.8
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Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great! I would definitely got back to watch sports games.
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Tavern in the Square - West HartfordPrice: Moderate• American• West Hartford
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4.6
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Melvin
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a great experience at Sally’s Apizza! Our waitress, Myleishka, was outstanding — very prompt, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the meal. On her recommendation, we tried the Angel Fire pizza, which was the perfect balance of heat and flavor. We heard from several people at the restaurant that it might be coming off the menu soon, which would be a shame because it was incredible. Great service, great pizza, great ambiance — really liked the huge tv screens on the wall. Will be back again soon!
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Sally's Apizza - Westfarms Mall, FarmingtonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Farmington
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4
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thomasVIP
New York City •11 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great time. Tons of good food. A true carnivore's delight.
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Texas de Brazil - HartfordPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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4.5
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MaryVIP
New York City •44 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Food a wine were excellent. The tuna was seared to perfection. The server was friendly and efficient. If I lived in the area, it would be one of my “locals.”
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Piccolo ArancioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Farmington
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4.7

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