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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Hartford

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A photo of Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center restaurant
1. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center
4.8
Exceptional(244)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • West Hartford
Booked 68 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.
A photo of J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury restaurant
2. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury
4.8
Exceptional(10408)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Glastonbury
Booked 121 times today
J. Gilbert's is an "upscale casual" steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill. Guests enjoy various cuts of steak, fresh seafood (including award-winning crab cakes) & other house made favorites like the Maytag Blue potato chips & chocolate velvet cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy dinner for two or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. Reservations are highly recommended.
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3. 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.
A photo of Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield restaurant
4. Sally's Apizza - Wethersfield
4.1
Excellent(161)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Wethersfield
Booked 56 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.
A photo of Millwright's Restaurant restaurant
5. Millwright's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3752)
Price: Expensive
• American • Simsbury
Booked 40 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.
A photo of Millwright’s Tavern restaurant
6. Millwright’s Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(428)
Price: Expensive
• American • Simsbury
Booked 9 times today
Welcome to Millwright's Tavern. Open Tueday - Sunday.
A photo of Piccolo Arancio restaurant
7. Piccolo Arancio
4.5
Awesome(1311)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Farmington
Booked 6 times today
Piccolo Arancio is definitely worth the drive for its modern Italian cuisine. Reviewers rave about the 'fantastic food', 'wonderful service', and 'great ambiance'. The menu is full of 'vivid flavors' created by the skilled Chef Flori Kryeziu. As one reviewer said, 'They make such great food!' With its 'romantic', 'relaxed' and 'quality European cuisine', Piccolo Arancio is a go-to spot for many.
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8. Table 570 Asian Fusion Cuisine
4.6
Exceptional(201)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Simsbury
Booked 4 times today
Table 570 is a modern take on Asian cuisine with an American twist. Table 570 is when cultures collide, ingredients overlap, and traditions get merged. Allow us to take you on a culinary journey, taste some of the best-crafted maki rolls and sashimi or a featured fusion entree, Smoked Peking Duck with a house blood orange chili sauce. We are focused on using the freshest ingredients backed by our best in class service. Pair your meal with over 20 Japanese sakes, craft cocktails or choose a wine from our list of top-featured vineyards. After your meal, delight your palate with our in-house made desserts. Table 570 is a stylish and sophisticated space. The high-energy atmosphere is a great gathering place with business colleagues, friends, and family. We offer several private dining options, a semi-private communal table, and catering services.

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  • KarenVIP
    New York City •36 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Worth the wait! Not so easy to get a res here but it was worth the wait. The service was top notch, poised, professional and perfectly timed. The food was artistic, flavorful, inventive and most of all delicious. Can’t wait to go back!
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    Arethusa al TavoloPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Bantam
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    4.9
  • Harlan
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 26, 2024
    Outstanding food preparation and presentation. Attentive and friendly service in a cozy ams welcoming space. Time passes without a care in the world. A perfect afternoon getaway!!
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    Winvian FarmPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Morris
    •
    4.7
  • PamVIP
    New York City •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    Love the change to a price fixe or chefs tasting menu. We went for Christmas Eve and loved the experience. We had a great server, love the ambiance and the food was delicious and innovative. The price fixe is three courses, but they give you more to try. It was more than a dinner out, it was an experience. I highly recommend.
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    The EssexPrice: Expensive• American• Old Saybrook
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    4.8
  • Gerald
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    Our overall experience at Millwright’s was fabulous! Delicious food, spectacular ambiance, and impeccable service. Tucked away in a cozy booth we were able to enjoy a lovely New England wintery scene with the beautiful brook below. The Christmas prix fixe was delight after delight and the cherry on top of our evening was the attention and care brought by our server Ron. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and brought great banter to the table. I know he really made the evening for our whole party.
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    Millwright's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Simsbury
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    4.8
  • Krissy
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 22, 2024
    Our first server was okay but then Anthony came over and he was exceptional. So polite, attentive and professional.
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    Elm City SocialPrice: Moderate• American• New Haven
    •
    4.3

Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Hartford

Discover a delightful array of restaurants in Hartford, Connecticut that are truly "worth the drive," offering an exceptional dining experience that beckons both locals and travelers alike. Hartford's culinary scene shines with its vibrant mix of traditional and innovative eateries, ensuring there's something to satisfy every palate. Whether you're craving meticulously crafted dishes, a luxurious ambiance, or simply a warm, welcoming atmosphere, these establishments deliver top-notch service and memorable culinary delights. The restaurants featured not only emphasize quality and creativity in their offerings but also present beautiful settings ideal for special occasions, casual outings, and everything in between. Each location has been carefully selected for its unique ability to provide an outstanding dining experience, making them standout destinations in Hartford's bustling food scene. Enjoy the journey to Hartford and treat yourself to a meal that promises to be worth every mile.

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