Best Romantic Restaurants in Windsor

21 restaurants available nearby

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1. Windsor Steak & Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(80)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Windsor

Booked 3 times today

Specializing in the finest steaks and freshest seafood in the area

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2. Millwright's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3720)

Price: Expensive

• American • Simsbury

Booked 42 times today

With its unique setting perched atop a waterfall in Simsbury, Connecticut, Millwright’s invites guests to dine in the 17th century mill with acclaimed, James Beard nominated Chef Tyler Anderson and his team. Featuring daily-chosen farm ingredients, the freshest and most select product, proprietary cocktails, and exciting wine menu, Millwright’s offers a new experience to the Farmington Valley farm-to-table dining scene. The culinary team understands the impact of the highest-quality fresh ingredients. Millwright’s kitchen thrives on local ingredients – grown, raised, produced, foraged and prepared – whenever possible. They also take the farm-to-table concept one step further. Millwright’s has partnered with a farm that will grow most of its organic produce. The “Inspired New England” cuisine at Millwright’s pays homage to the land, to the flavor-rich quality of local, fresh ingredients and to the time-honored cooking techniques that enhance the natural goodness of those ingredients.

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3. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(146)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 39 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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4. The Mill on the River

4.7

Exceptional(2391)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Windsor

Booked 29 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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5. Artisan - West Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(1630)

Price: Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 22 times today

Artisan - West Hartford is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. Reviews highlight its 'elegant, cool and classy' ambiance, ideal for a 'romantic and cozy' night. It's praised for its 'romantic dinner' atmosphere, 'beautiful decor', and 'beautiful atmosphere' which makes it a 'great romantic spot'. The 'romantic, cozy, and refined' covered patio section is a hit among couples. So, if you're looking for a charming place to woo your loved one, Artisan - West Hartford is the place to be!

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6. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

4.7

Exceptional(219)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Hartford

Booked 50 times today

Featuring modern renditions of classic American seafood, Max’s Oyster Bar menu has something for everyone. While seafood is the focal point, there are selections for even the most ardent landlubber. Ethnic influences are apparent throughout a menu filled with new interpretations on traditional fare. The raw bar offers an extensive variety of bi-coastal oysters and shellfish.In it’s freshman year, 1999, Max’s Oyster Bar was awarded “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine. Since then it has won numerous Reader’s Choice Awards, including “Best Seafood Restaurant”. Zagat’s Survey has also given Max’s Oyster Bar an “extraordinary” rating.

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7. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(117)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 25 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.

8. Max A Mia - Avon

4.7

Exceptional(125)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Avon

Booked 38 times today

Opened in 1991, Max a Mia was named “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine in its first year, and “top-grossing restaurant in its size” by Restaurant Hospitality. The restaurant is now in the good hands of Executive Chef Bob Peterson, who has brought an exciting new energy to the restaurant.Max A Mia is the quintessential Italian experience in the Greater Hartford area. It also continues to garner awards and accolades. Featuring a traditional Italian menu, it utilizes an authentic brick oven that produces stone pies with unmatched flavor. Traditional veal, pork and pasta dishes, as well as inventive risotto offerings, set the mood for desserts including tiramisu and white chocolate polenta cake.An extraordinary and comfortable 25-foot granite bar has elevated Max A Mia to the social place in the Farmington Valley. The dining room features wood and tile, warmly lit by custom fixtures to create a sophisticated and luxurious – yet friendly, family environm

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9. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(2601)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 47 times today

The Capital Grille in Hartford is a romantic spot. Reviewers rave about the 'lovely touches like rose petals and glittery hearts sprinkled on the table' during anniversaries. The restaurant's attentive service, decorated tables, and exceptional steaks have made it a favorite for special occasions. One reviewer even mentioned a 'customized note stating 'happy anniversary'', adding to the romantic atmosphere.

10. Union Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(762)

Price: Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 14 times today

Union Kitchen was nominated for Restaurant of the Year: Hartford County by the Connecticut Restaurant Association in 2023 and 2024. In a space that formerly housed a speakeasy, the ambitious restaurant combines New American cuisine with a world class beverage program.

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Linda
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Just an awesome outing. Superb service. Handled a bunch of food allergies with patience and care. Great drinks and the food was excellent. Couldn’t recommend this place enough.
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The Mill on the RiverPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• South Windsor
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4.7
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Michaelvip
Greater Boston •45 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My sons and their partners and I decided to have Thanksgiving dinner at Millwright and it was overall a very good experience. We had a 5:30 reservation though we were not seated til 6 (which was a bit ironic since they had called me the day before to indicate that we had to be there on time and they would only hold the table for 10 minutes), however, they made up for it by offering a half off bottle of wine, which was quite generous. The prix fixe dinner was excellent, being Thanksgiving, most of us opted for the turkey, which was great, especially the confit. I loved the smoked salmon mousse, it was a nice creative touch. All else got the more conventional first courses, as is their wont, and they enjoyed them. The sides were delicious, the service impeccable and the atmosphere lovely. Rather expensive for a turkey dinner, but it is a vibe. So I would do it again, I am a semi-regular visitor to the Tavern, my favorite part of the restaurant.
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Millwright's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Simsbury
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4.8
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David
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Menu was prix fixe for Thanksgiving; great selection and eloquent presentation. Service was excellent. All of us enjoyed our meal and drinks.
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Artisan - West HartfordPrice: Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.8
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Patrick
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good food, great portion sizes, knowledgeable staff
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Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.8
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paul
Atlanta Metro •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 6, 2024
Food and service were impeccable we really enjoyed everything about the place
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Windsor Steak & SeafoodPrice: Moderate• Italian• Windsor
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4.8

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Windsor Steak & Seafood

2. Millwright's Restaurant

3. Max Downtown - Hartford

4. The Mill on the River

5. Artisan - West Hartford

6. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

7. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

8. Max A Mia - Avon

9. The Capital Grille - Hartford

10. Union Kitchen

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