Arethusa al Tavolo

4.9

3517 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Innovative

Located in quaint Bantam (CT) in the scenic county of Litchfield, Arethusa al tavolo offers an innovative farm-to-table menu that celebrates the products of the Arethusa Dairy Farm. Chef Dan Magill’s cuisine is modern and comfortable; it features daily-chosen farm ingredients and the freshest and most select products.

Arethusa al tavolo offers a progressive dining experience to the Northwest Connecticut dining scene.

We look forward to serving you.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Continental, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(860) 567-0043
Website
http://arethusaaltavolo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Dan Magill
Catering
We offer “Take Out” Wednesday through Sunday nights. Please email your take out order and phone number by 1PM for the same day pick-up to orders@arethusaaltavolo.com. We will then call you back to confirm order has been received, process payment and confirm your pick-up time.

Location
828 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT 06750
Neighborhood
Bantam
Cross street
Bantam Road (RT 202) & Doyle Road
Parking details
Parking is located behing the Arethusa Dairy Store off of Doyle Road
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Popular dishes

Six Beau Soleil Oyster on the Half $29.00
Pear-Fennel Mignonette, Arethusa Sour Cream, Osetra Caviar
Yellowtail Tartare$29.00
Cucumber, Radish, Wasabi Caviar, Avocado, Yuzu Marinade, Salt-n-Vinegar Crisps
Koginut Squash Soup$23.00
Date Bread, Apple Gelée, Chestnut Honey
Pear and Blue Cheese Flatbread$24.00
Arethusa Ricotta, Pickled Bacon, Roasted Squash, Candied Walnuts, Arugula, Truffle Honey
Grilled Octopus$27.00
Fingerlings, Chorizo, Olives, Sweet Peppers, Leeks, Chimichurri
Organic Kale Salad$22.00
Grapes, Seeds, Golden Beets, Haricots, Apple, Mt. Tom, Walnut Vinaigrette
Smoked Trout Dip$23.00
Pickled Onions, Fennel, Crisp Skin, Mizuna, Rye Crackers
Baked Honey Nut Squash $22.00
Black Rice, Ginger, Warm Autumn Vegetable Salad, Mayla Curry
Shrimp and Vegetable Toast$28.00
Avocado, Carrot, Cucumber, Jalapeño, Furikake, Puffed Rice, Chili-Lime Dressing
Braised Lamb Belly$26.00
Fried Tapping Reeve Grits, Collards, Pumpkin Panzanella Salad, Molasses Gastrique
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad $23.00
Europa, Cauliflower, Pickled Cranberry, Speck, 2 Minute Egg, Pumpkin Seed Vinaigrette
Crab and Avocado Salad$31.00
Masa Harina, Red Grapefruit, Hearts of Palm, Miso Dressing
Pork Belly Dumplings$23.00
Drunken Prunes, Onion Confit, Pistachios, Armagnac Sauce

To Follow

Heritage Pork Tenderloin Wrapped Around Caraflex and Leeks$48.00
Grain Mustard Spätzle, Poached Pears, Cranberry Jam, Savory Pork Jus
Potato Crusted Icelandic Cod $49.00
Pickled Celery, Thumbelinas, Confit Onion, Biscuit Crumbs, Shellfish Sauce
Agnolotti Filled with Braised Beef$48.00
Mushroom Farce, Golden Beets, Cipollini, Kohlrabi Slaw, Smoked Horseradish Cream
Roasted Chatham Bay Monkfish$48.00
Chanterelles, Celeriac, Brussels Sprouts, Horseradish, Mushroom Sauce
Pekin Duck Breast$49.00
Braised Leg, Swiss Chard, Preserved Kumquats, Red Beet Gnocchi, Duck Jus
Mediterranean Sea Bass$48.00
Cannellini Beans, Rock Shrimp, Chorizo, Fennel-Herb Relish, Saffron Broth
Atlantic Skate with Green Onion Risotto$47.00
Hen of the Woods, Seeds, Parsnip Soubise, Lady Apple, Madeira Nage
Grilled Prime Striploin with Black Garlic Crust$56.00
Rapini, Crybaby Potato Gratin, Red Wine Sauce
Nova Scotia Halibut Gently Poached in Olive Oil$49.00
Caponata, Artichoke, Chickpea Croquette, Citrus, Salsa Verde

Dessert

Banoffee Torte $16.00
Rum Chocolate Ganache, Caramelized Banana, Candied Walnuts, Vanilla Ice Cream
Eggnog Roulade $16.00
Ginger Chiffon Cake, AFD Eggnog Mousse, Cranberry Preserve, Bourbon Ganache, Gingerbread Crumble
Apple-Ginger Fritters $16.00
Dulce de Leche, Cardamon Anglaise, Cinnamon Sugar, Butter Pecan Ice Cream
Flourless Chocolate Cake $16.00
Chocolate Crémeux, Espresso Chocolate Mousse, Lemon Diplomat, Cointreau Chantilly, Feuilletine Tuile
Arethusa Farm Dairy Artisan Cheeses$27.00
Apple Pâte de Fruit, Roasted Nuts, Fresh Honeycomb, Fig Bar, Sourdough Crackers
Arethusa Farm Dairy Ice Creams by the Scoop$7.00
Vanilla, Chocolate, Coffee, Sweet Cream Chocolate Chip, Mint Chocolate Chip, Peach, Strawberry, Raspberry, Pumpkin, Butter Pecan, Almond with Toasted Coconut

What 3,517 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Connecticut
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Contemporary American
Litchfield County
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
Litchfield County
Best Value
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Healthy
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Neighborhood gem
Litchfield County
Great for fine wines
Litchfield County
Good for special occasions
Litchfield County
Lively
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Arethusa al Tavolo in Bantam, CT, is a fine dining gem that consistently delivers "outstanding" food and "impeccable" service. Known for its creative, farm-to-table ethos, this restaurant offers a "memorable dining experience" with beautifully presented dishes. Ideal for special occasions, it's "worth the trip" and "highly recommended."

3,517 Reviews

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James
New York City
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was terrific, with large portions. one standout was tuna tartare. Fish dishes all come well sauced - normally I prefer a simpler presentation but monkfish sauce/accompaniments were delicious. Service was excellent, setting on the casual side. Pricey but worth it
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Mark
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything we ordered was excellent, best grilled octopus I’ve had, fork tender. Our service was just right. We will be back.
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Stephanie
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every drink,appetizer and entree was delicious! Servers were prompt,personable and attentive without being over bearing. We loved the experience and will surely be returning.
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Sean
Connecticut
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Arethusa has always been a great experience. They sweat the details and operate as if they expect to be a perpetual 5 star restaurant. There are hints of well-considered minutiae everywhere you look. For example, a glass saucer arrived on a desert plate that had a small cutout of tacky shelf liner material. My guest and I were impressed that the shelf liner was there so the saucer wouldn't slide off the plate. Water is offered either carbonated or flat. You will be given complimentary fresh made bread, and probably a shot of cold cucumber soup (or seasonal flavor of their choosing). Flavors are expertly honed and curated. Plates arrive at the table photo-ready and impressively organized. Best to choose not to look at the menu prices, and cost is sort of besides the point here. It is as fancy a dining experience as you will get in the county of Litchfield, CT. Appetizers and entrees have relatively small portion sizes, but each bite is to be savored. The gourmet cheeseboard is a necessity, as is the savory lamb belly, as are the pork dumplings, as is the tuna tartare with homemade potato chips.... I have never had a bad morsel of food here. Staff is beyond attentive; telekinetic is a more apt word. They see and sense exactly when to engage and usually do the right thing at the right time. Bonus: they are also associated with a working dairy farm and make their own ice cream. And it is THAT good.
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Adam
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The entire experience, from greeting to food to service was simply amazing
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CL
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment you walk in there's a sense of elegance. Small, classy and inviting ambiance. Food selections explained in detail by very knowledgeable wait staff. Food presentation was superb, from the moment each guest was simultaneously presented with their selection to the appetizing visual of each dish. And the aroma and taste only further complemented the visual, making the whole experience wonderful. I would go back in an instance and highly recommend it My only concern is that their wine by the glass selections although interesting, they could possibly pair better with their terrific menu. Possibly even making some suggestions for pairing would be a good addition.
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Edwin
VIP
Greater Boston
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My wife and I had a wonderful time celebrating her 70th birthday. Service was excellent and the food was as well .
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Cameron
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is amazing, and has a real natural taste. The service is outstanding and professional
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Agie
New York City
94 reviews
5.0
94 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always delicious. This time we have to rave about the octopus appetizer and the monkfish entree. Will definitely order them again as well as the all time favorite the tuna tartare. Thanks for a delicious meal.
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Jonathan
VIP
New York City
56 reviews
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Arethusa is always on point. Every.Single.Time. They never miss; service, ambiance, food are all perfect.
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FAQs

Arethusa al Tavolo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 567-0043.

Arethusa al Tavolo is rated 4.9 stars by 3517 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

828 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT 06750

Additional information

Cross street
Bantam Road (RT 202) & Doyle Road
Neighborhood
Bantam
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Continental, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking is located behing the Arethusa Dairy Store off of Doyle Road
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dan Magill
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://arethusaaltavolo.com/
Phone number
(860) 567-0043
Catering
We offer “Take Out” Wednesday through Sunday nights. Please email your take out order and phone number by 1PM for the same day pick-up to orders@arethusaaltavolo.com. We will then call you back to confirm order has been received, process payment and confirm your pick-up time.

Arethusa al Tavolo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Yellowtail Tartare

Pekin Duck Breast

Grilled Octopus

To Begin

Six Beau Soleil Oyster on the Half $29.00

Yellowtail Tartare$29.00

Koginut Squash Soup$23.00

Pear and Blue Cheese Flatbread$24.00

Grilled Octopus$27.00

Organic Kale Salad$22.00

Smoked Trout Dip$23.00

Baked Honey Nut Squash $22.00

Shrimp and Vegetable Toast$28.00

Braised Lamb Belly$26.00

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad $23.00

Crab and Avocado Salad$31.00

Pork Belly Dumplings$23.00

To Follow

Heritage Pork Tenderloin Wrapped Around Caraflex and Leeks$48.00

Potato Crusted Icelandic Cod $49.00

Agnolotti Filled with Braised Beef$48.00

Roasted Chatham Bay Monkfish$48.00

Pekin Duck Breast$49.00

Mediterranean Sea Bass$48.00

Atlantic Skate with Green Onion Risotto$47.00

Grilled Prime Striploin with Black Garlic Crust$56.00

Nova Scotia Halibut Gently Poached in Olive Oil$49.00

Dessert

Banoffee Torte $16.00

Eggnog Roulade $16.00

Apple-Ginger Fritters $16.00

Flourless Chocolate Cake $16.00

Arethusa Farm Dairy Artisan Cheeses$27.00

Arethusa Farm Dairy Ice Creams by the Scoop$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Arethusa al Tavolo offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Arethusa al Tavolo restaurant rated?

Is Arethusa al Tavolo currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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