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A photo of The Library Wine Bar & Bistro restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(666)
Price: Expensive
• American • Wallingford
Booked 25 times today
A UNIQUE DINING EXPERIENCEWe've combined the essence of historic downtown Wallingford with exquisite cuisine, along with a worldwide wine selection to bring you Wallingford's most unique dining experience.The Library Wine Bar and Bistro is Wallingford's original town library. Built in 1899, it was passionately and lovingly restored back to its classic, architectural beauty in 2014.Executive Chef Jonathan Harris, and the Massella family invite you to come and dive into a new chapter of an old Wallingford landmark. Savor the comforts of traditional cuisine, wine, and spirits while nestled at a comfortable table near our cozy fire, and let the story begin!
A photo of New Mill Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1886)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Southington
Booked 10 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.
A photo of Il Gusto Italian Wine and Bar restaurant
3.8
Excellent(34)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Cheshire
Booked 24 times today
Welcome to Il Gusto Restaurant and Wine Bar, Cheshire's newest Italian dining experience, brought to you by restaurateur Gina Baca and Frederico Agraja, the chef and owner of the acclaimed Adriana's Restaurant and Wine Bar in New Haven. Situated at the historic location of the former Waverly Inn at 286 Maple Ave., Il Gusto revives a cherished local landmark, combining the rich heritage of its predecessor with the vibrant flavors of modern Italian cuisine. Il Gusto will feature a menu reminiscent of Adriana's, offering a delectable selection of traditional and contemporary Italian dishes. With seating for over 220 guests and a spacious banquet room, we are the perfect venue for dining, parties, meetings, and special events. Our goal is to preserve the history of the Waverly Inn by showcasing framed photographs of the original establishment, creating a warm and nostalgic atmosphere for our guests.
A photo of Steakhouse at Millpond Gathering restaurant
4.4
Awesome(398)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • North Haven
Booked 16 times today
At Millpond Gatherings, we are an all encompassing hospitality center where you can eat, celebrate, shop, and stay with us here in the quaint town of Northford, Connecticut. The Millpond Steakhouse, run by Executive Chef Pedro Avila, is a farm-to-table modern American steakhouse with a fine dining flare. Our dry-aged grass fed beef is sourced from our own cattle farm just 2 miles up the road, and accompanied with local produce from our surrounding farmers. Downstairs in the Tavern we encompass the spirit of historic New England with a cozy laid back atmosphere and weekly live music on Thursdays and Sundays. Millpond Events is our venue hall located adjacent to the restaurant. This rustic charming space will harvest many special memories and celebrations.
A photo of Tavern At The Armory restaurant
3.6
Very Good(11)
Price: Moderate
• American • Middletown
With appealing nightly specials and a tidy list of drinks, Tavern at the Armory provides a charming culinary experience. This neighborhood restaurant serves up traditional New England cuisine in a beautiful space. Helmed by Executive Chef Kyle Bates, the seasonal menu offers classic delights like braised short ribs, clam chowder, herb-encrusted salmon, and Angus beef burgers. Tavern at the Armory provides a nice backdrop for social luncheons – enjoy a meal next to the fireplace while savoring a cool beer. During the warmer months, the restaurant's space expands to include a beautiful courtyard. Tavern at the Armory is open for breakfast daily and dinner Tuesday - Saturday.

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  • LaurenVIP
    Connecticut •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Nice place a little pricey large good cocktails attentive servers
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    The Library Wine Bar & BistroPrice: Expensive• American• Wallingford
    4.6
  • Alyssa
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Always a great experience. It’s our favorite restaurant. Beautifully decorated for the holidays
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    New Mill RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Southington
    4.8
  • Dennis
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Very nice place. Can’t wait to go back. Sat by the fireplace. We had the clam chowder and Tom steak which was excellent. great night out
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    Steakhouse at Millpond GatheringPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• North Haven
    4.4
  • LisaVIP
    Greater Boston •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 21, 2024
    It's great to see a restaurant at the Waverly again and this one will surely last. It reminded me of Adrianna's in New Haven. Portions were humungous and the quality and service were excellent. I had fettucini w/peas, prosciutto and mushrooms in a scrumptious cream sauce. My sister had braised short ribs over mashed potatoes and asparagus and my husband had two large breaded pork chops that were not thin sliced at all as listed in the menu. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to go back and try more things since the menu had quite a nice variety of dishes.
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    Il Gusto Italian Wine and BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Cheshire
    3.8
  • mm1979VIP
    New York City •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 29, 2024
    Never been before thought we’d give it a try. Don’t think the reservation was really necessary but the dining area was very clean and welcoming. The server, Lisa, was a super sweet and attentive. Helped make recommendations and substitutions as requested. The food was great. Spinach salad was a nice taste of summer with berries and goat cheese. I had the steak which was cooked as requested. The veggies were were also tender crisp and not covered in oil or butter. Definitely recommend this spot. Lisa was a true delight as a server and we had a great time with her.
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    Tavern At The ArmoryPrice: Moderate• American• Middletown
    3.6
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