Best Lunch Restaurants in Manchester

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Market Grille

4.6

Exceptional(820)

Price: Moderate

• American • Manchester

Booked 26 times today

Market Grille in Manchester, Connecticut is a nice combination between an upscale eatery and a casual restaurant. You can meet your coworkers there for drinks just as easily as you could bring your child to Market Grille for their birthday. The menu is mostly modern American cuisine, but there is also an extensive wine and beer list.The four-cheese lasagna at Market Grille is very good. Two other very popular entrees here are the classic fish and chips and the stuffed domestic pork chop. If you like seafood, the raw bar here will not disappoint. Every day, fresh oysters of all varieties are offered.

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2. The Mill on the River

4.7

Exceptional(2387)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Windsor

Booked 45 times today

The Mill on the River is one of the most picturesque restaurants in Connecticut. With a reputation of excellence for over forty years, it is the flagship restaurant of the Mill Restaurant Group. The Mill on the River is the perfect blend of traditional New England comfort and upscale dining elegance.Featuring an exciting menu of creative, modern American cuisine and an extensive wine and bar menu; The Mill on the River can please even the most discerning diner. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two, a special family celebration, a business meeting, or even a casual evening at the bar, The Mill on the River looks forward to accommodating you! For Parties over 6 please call the us directly. at 860 289 7929.

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3. Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Manchester

4.3

Awesome(122)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Windsor

Booked 5 times today

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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4. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(141)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 67 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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5. River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar

4.2

Awesome(3163)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wethersfield

Booked 29 times today

At River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar, a multi-tiered deck will allow those who wish to dine alfresco a spectacular, panoramic view of the river and the Putnam Bridge. The views are equally sensational from the interior space where every table in the dining room and every seat in the bar enjoy the magnificence of the setting.River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar features Prime Steaks and fabulously prepared Italian food, including house-made fresh pasta, wood-fired artisanal pizzas, locally-sourced seafood, and beautifully handcrafted desserts.

6. Feng Chophouse

4.6

Exceptional(1182)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 31 times today

Feng Chophouse is Downtown Hartford’s premier dining experience. Each time we set our table we invite you to join us for the refinement of fine dining and the flare of a modern casual environment. Our mission is to showcase our passion for service excellence. Whether at the bar, in the cocktail lounge, or any of our dining rooms our Team will delight in the opportunity to provide a full menu experience. We've assembled the most expertly trained Chefs both locally and abroad in order to make every dish at Feng Chophouse one worth remembering. At Feng Chophouse, we've worked tirelessly to find the perfect balance of flavors to satisfy any Guest, from the sushi novice to the most refined palate. Gather with friends and coworkers. Treat a client to lunch or dinner. Enjoy a special occasion with a special someone. However you need to use our space, you’ll find decor, amenities, & furnishings rivaling the most hospitable establishments. Eastern. Western. Downtown.

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7. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(112)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 51 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.

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8. Max Fish - Glastonbury

4.7

Exceptional(180)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Glastonbury

Booked 51 times today

Max Fish has been offering high-quality seafood, drinks, and service for over 15 years. Since opening in Glastonbury in 2007, we have been committed to providing exceptional guest experiences and focusing on offering fresh and sustainable seafood dishes on our menu.Our culinary team continues to innovate and offer exciting new menu additions. Whether you're celebrating a special event or just looking for a relaxing night out, Max Fish is the perfect spot.

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9. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(2594)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 71 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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10. Black-Eyed Sally's

4.4

Awesome(1372)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Hartford

Booked 24 times today

Come sink your teeth into our award winning Bar-b-que and Southern cooking served in an Urban Juke Joint atmosphere. Sally’s Slo-smoked Ribs, Beef Brisket, Po-Boys, Southern Fried Chicken, Blackened Catfish, Jambalaya, Louisiana Gumbo and more. The cool, funky decor emanates New Orleans charm. We are open for lunch and dinner Wednesday- Sunday. At Sally's we feed your mouth and your soul!We look forward to providing live entertainment in the near future. See you soon

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Karen
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent dinner. Mark was our waiter. Rey helpful and prompt so we made it to the theater in plenty of time!
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Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.8
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Michele
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Salmon was delicious, two had the special stuffed chicken which they really enjoyed and one had the spicy Asian pasta which she thought was very good. Our waiter Jose was amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. Love the atmosphere and the scenery.
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The Mill on the RiverPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• South Windsor
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4.7
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Y
Connecticut •1 review
4.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
We were sat at a great booth location and had a very good and attentive server. It was an enjoyable meal. All 5 of us stated we had very good meals served hot. We will be back.
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Market GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Manchester
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4.6
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David
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
My spouse & I had an excellent dining experience for our Anniversary. Really appreciated the complimentary champagne glasses at the start of the dinner.
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River: A Waterfront Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wethersfield
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4.2
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Jessica
Greater Boston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
Service was excellent even though we were told they were short a few servers. Food was excellent, especially the original wings. Just a few items were unavailable, but no big deal. When my daughter’s food came out with cheese (when we asked for no cheese) they were very apologetic and offered to remake it. Overall a very good experience.
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Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ManchesterPrice: Moderate• American• South Windsor
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4.3

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Market Grille

2. The Mill on the River

3. Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Manchester

4. Max Downtown - Hartford

5. River: A Waterfront Restaurant & Bar

6. Feng Chophouse

7. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

8. Max Fish - Glastonbury

9. The Capital Grille - Hartford

10. Black-Eyed Sally's

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