7 Best Authentic Restaurants in East Hartford

7 restaurants available nearby

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1. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(147)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 29 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.

2. Salt + Lime

4.5

Awesome(117)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Hartford

Booked 8 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!

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3. Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield

4.1

Excellent(163)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wethersfield

Booked 57 times today

Sally's Apizza is a popular pizzeria located in Wethersfield, Connecticut. It is the fifth 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 Wethersfield 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.

4. Tequila Rio

3.9

Excellent(236)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Wethersfield

Tequila Rio: Mexican Cantina, is located in the CBS Building in Wethersfield, alongside its sister restaurant, River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar. When weather permits, diners will be seated literally feet from the bank of the Connecticut River, offering sweeping, panoramic, and unparalleled views. The menu was created by a well-known New York celebrity Mexican Chef and features authentic Mexican dishes.Our mouthwatering meals include tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, grilled salmon, and filet mignon with chimichurri sauce. See the full menu here. We also offer a full cocktail menu and the best frozen margaritas in Connecticut.Tequila Rio is becoming the go-to place when your appetite runs South of the Border.

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5. The Russell Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(180)

Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Hartford

Booked 2 times today

The Russell Restaurant is an authentic Caribbean spot in Downtown Hartford. The owner Hugh Russell aims for a warm and cozy atmosphere, reminiscent of an intimate island getaway. Patrons rave about the authentic Caribbean cuisine, with one review saying 'Authentic Caribbean' and another mentioning their favorite dish, the curried goat. Plus, the ambiance and music are consistently praised as top-notch. The owner's hands-on approach and friendly staff add to the authenticity, making every visit a memorable one.

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6. The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(43)

Price: Expensive

• American • Newington

Booked 15 times today

The Flying Monkey- a local business offering authentic fusion cuisine, in an inviting atmosphere Featuring acclaimed Jazz and Blues artists to enhance your dining experienceLet Your Monkey Fly!Established 2016.

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7. Brio Italian Grille - Westfarms

4.6

Exceptional(536)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Farmington

Booked 2 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 restaurants available nearby

1. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

2. Salt + Lime

3. Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield

4. Tequila Rio

5. The Russell Restaurant

6. The Flying Monkey Grill and Bar

7. Brio Italian Grille - Westfarms

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