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Ridgeside Burger 8oz Angus beef  - Fire at the Ridge, Middlefield, CT

Fire at the Ridge

3.6
3.6
803 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
All year-round casual mountain side dinning in the spectacular grounds of Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort.
Inspired by native New England flavors and locally-sourced ingredients, Fire at the Ridge is an unexpected gem in Middlefield, CT offering indoor, terrace or firepit dinning, locally brewed beers, and craft cocktails.
Saturday night outdoor live music
Sunday brunch & outdoor Summer markets.

Check the event calendar at https://fireattheridge.com/ for weekly Live music and outdoor events.

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Experiences

  • Spanish Tapas 5 Course Dinner w/Cocktail Pairings

    $59.00 per person

    Apr 5, 2025 only
    Savor the flavors of Spain with an unforgettable gourmet tapas dinner. Join us for an evening of indulgence, where every bite tells a story of authentic Spanish cuisine. First course: Wine - Andalusia: Sherry, lemon - lime soda, fresh mint.; Charcuterie board: Prosciutto, Chorizo (spicy) Cheeses: Manchego, Valdeon Blue, Camembert Soft, Served with Cranberries, Membrillo, Almonds and Baguette Second Course: Cocktail - Botanical Gin & Tonic: Gin Mare, tonic, basil, peppercorn, mint, lemon and lime garnish; Patatas Bravas - Crispy potatoes, salsa brava, pimentón, garlic aioli Third Course: Wine - Refrescante: Blended Red Wine, Coca-Cola and orange peel (optional); Montados Bistec - Marinated Hanger Steak, Garlic aioli, Chimichurri, Toasted Baguette Fourth Course: Wine - Spanish Cava; Gambas al Ajillo - Baby Shrimp in a lemon garlic-butter sauce, Grilled sourdough Dessert: Churros con chocolate: Cinnamon sugar dust, chocolate sauce, Coffee or tea $59++ per person Reservations required at FireatTheRidge.com/reservations
  • Easter Buffet Brunch

    $20.00 - $59.00 per person

    Apr 20, 2025 - Apr 21, 2025
    Easter Brunch full of specialties and old favorites. (Adults $59++, children 12 - 4 years old $20++, 3yrs & under free. Reservations required. Starters; Lobster bisque, Classic Caesar salad, Spring crudité with assorted dipping sauce, pickled veggies, Cheese and meat, Peel N’ Eat Shrimp Stations; Slow Roasted Glazed Ham- honey pepper glaze (gf), Herb roasted Prime Rib - horseradish cream (gf)), Omelet station - Make your own. (Choose from mushrooms, tomatoes, onions, spinach, peppers, sweet sausage, ham, bacon. American, cheddar, Swiss cheese & Home fries) Entrees; Atlantic Salmon - lemon beurre blanc sauce (gf), Chicken Cordon Bleu with prosciutto & gruyere cheese, brandy sauce, Pastas; Rigatoni w/Vodka sauce & gluten free penne, Herbed Goat cheese stuffed mushroom Children’s Buffet; Penne with butter sauce, Meat balls with marinara sauce, Chicken tenders & fries Sides; Grill asparagus with lemon zest, Whipped potatoes, Honey glazed roasted carrots Desserts; Lemon tart - fresh berries, Carrot cake, Fresh berries

What 803 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.6
3.6 based on recent ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.5Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Good for groups

  • Middlesex

    Hot spot

  • Middlesex

    Lively

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fire at the Ridge offers a cozy atmosphere with "excellent food" and "great service." Guests appreciate dining options like igloos and outdoor seating with twinkling lights. Despite some service delays, the "beautiful dining room" and "fantastic ambiance" make it a pleasant choice for special occasions like Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day.

803 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner experience before tubing. Parm fries were delicious and cauliflower margarita pizza was excellent.

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  2. PAIGE VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was not great and it seemed like it was a bother to do their job. Food definitely went down hill from previous visits.

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  3. Kevin VIP

    New York City73 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience with the limited staff available. There was no hostess so took me a little while to find a server/bartender who could help with the reservation. But Bridgette was great, quick and did an amazing job serving us and running around. The clam chowder was very good and perfect after a day on the hill. My son had the butter pasts and it was made perfectly. I had the pear and apple salad and it hit the spot. I would def order again. Outside of limited staff, it is a great spot for food and drinks after hours on the hill.

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  4. Jill

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stopped here before snow tubing. Food was good, got the Fireside Burger and a side salad. Everything was tasty. Waitress was sweet and efficient. .

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  5. Anthony

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service was great our waitress was excellent the apps and entrée’s were excellent there was 8 of us all the meals were good! Only thing that was troublesome is the kids running around in there and couldn’t hear yourselves talk and there parents just sat there and allowed it but overall was a good experience would return maybe not in the winter!!

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  6. Alex

    Rhode Island6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    If you approach eating at 'Fire in the Ridge' with the expectation that you'll be in a hub of skiing activity with loud children running everywhere because their parents are ignoring them, then you won't be disappointed. Our service was OK - we had a party of 4, and two people's food came out together, and then a few minutes later one more came out, and then close to 10 minutes later someone came over to apologize and a few minutes after that, the 4th meal came out. They did offer to comp a round of drinks, which was nice. In terms of cost - we paid the same amount of money we would have paid to go to a nicer restaurant, and given the atmosphere (noise, chaos) I would have expected this place to be a lot cheaper. The food was pretty good overall, but nothing was special.

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  7. Meg

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we entered the restaurant until the moment we left, we were treated with the most care and consideration. A fresh long stem rose for me. Seated by the fireplace it seemed like a very special evening was in store.. The menu was well planned and balanced just the right amount of food and the presentation was impeccable. Servers were professional and friendly, and our rep part with all of them was just right. The fillet was amazing and cooked to perfection and the shrimp and clams casino were also very good Dessert was an amazing heart-shaped, layered chocolate vanilla concoction ….out of this world. Definitely will come back and try other evenings, including the live music, which was just a nice addition to the evening.

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  8. eric

    Connecticut31 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Our experience was satisfactory. The food was pretty good and so was the service. Dining next to the entry/exit doors where skiers are coming and goin is NOT what most people are looking for when dining out. Steer clear of the bar area. It is loud, kids running around, very cold and drafty. The interior area is overly warm. I think they attempt to keep the entire place warm by cranking the heat. The result... half the restaurant feels like a stuffy and tight space. THe other half is cold and shared with kids running in and out with their moms chasing them. Sad to say, the entertainment/singer on valentine's day was not good.

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  9. Laura

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for Valentine's Day and had a very nice meal. Was presented with a rose. Some service issues, took a while to get drinks. Had to switch out my soup because of allergies, and that took a while. Otherwise, food was delicious. Totally enjoyed the atmosphere, would go again.

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  10. Laurie-Jean

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. Food is very good and so is the service. Very pretty set up with an indoor fire pit too. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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FAQs

Fire at the Ridge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 852-5444.

Fire at the Ridge is rated 3.6 stars by 803 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Fire at the Ridge

99 Powder Hill Road, Powder Ridge Mountain Park, Middlefield, CT 06455

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free parking is offered.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Noe Cordova
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