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1. The Capital Grille - Hartford
4.7
Exceptional(2654)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 44 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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2. Max Downtown - Hartford
4.6
Exceptional(213)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Hartford
Booked 23 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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3. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford
4.6
Exceptional(167)
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.
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4. Feng Chophouse
4.7
Exceptional(1208)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hartford
Booked 22 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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5. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury
4.8
Exceptional(10493)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Glastonbury
Booked 83 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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6. Peppercorns Grill
4.7
Exceptional(2816)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Hartford
Booked 3 times today
Peppercorn’s Grill is owned and operated by the Cialfi siblings, Sal and Dino, Brothers Sal and Dino purchased Peppercorn's Grill in 1989 and opened Piccolo Arancio in 1994. This generation of Cialfi's has added modern creativity and personality to traditional strengths of their Italian roots. Sal and Dino were trained in the art of Italian food at their uncle's restaurant in Rome. When the opportunity to open a restaurant arose, they jumped at the opportunity and opened the first Piccolo Arancio in Rome. Piccolo Arancio was internationally acclaimed within their first year. Now operated by their cousins, Piccolo Arancio remains near the Trevi Fountain in Rome. Peppercorn's Grill received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 10 years.
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7. Black-Eyed Sally's
4.3
Awesome(1392)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • Hartford
Booked 14 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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8. The Russell Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(188)
Price: Moderate
• Caribbean • Hartford
Booked 8 times today
Located in Downtown Hartford, Visitors love the Russell’s interior, which reminds them of an intimate getaway in a classic island hotel. “The Russell should feel like home,” says owner Hugh Russell, “I wanted to create a warm and cozy atmosphere.”Open for, happy hour, dinner, and special events with live entertainment, there’s always a memorable moment to be made at The Russell.
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9. Frenchie's Oasis Bar & Grill
new
1.0
(1)
Price: Expensive
• Caribbean • Hartford
Booked 2 times today
Frenchie’s Oasis Bar and Grill is a restaurant located in Hartford, CT catering to patrons that enjoys Caribbean cuisine with a soulful flair.
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10. City Kebab House - Hartford
4.3
Awesome(4)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Hartford
Discover a world of spices and flavors. Our restaurant offers a unique blend of Turkish and Uzbek cuisine, made with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. A Feast For The Senses. Discover the exquisite flavors of Turkish & Uzbek cuisine. We invite you to embark on a gastronomic adventure like no other. Our menu showcases a tantalizing array of Turkish and Uzbek dishes, crafted with passion and expertise. Discover The Essence Of Turkish & Uzbek Cuisine. Where culinary craftsmanship meets cultural fusion. With a passion for culinary excellence and a dedication to preserving traditional flavors, our chef expertly crafts each dish to showcase the rich heritage of these two remarkable culinary traditions.

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  • Hailee
    Virginia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Amazing vibe when walking in, staff was so friendly and kind, the food was amazing, looking forward to going back soon!
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    Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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    4.6
  • ScottVIP
    New York City •57 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    An absolute exquisite dining experience with incredible service, fine wines, and a wonderful cozy atmosphere. This is absolutely my favorite restaurant! Is the only place that I go where I never put anything on the steak. No salt or pepper or anything. The way it is seasoned and the way it comes is perfect every time. I’ve been going to J. Gilbert for 25 years and it’s amazing that I’ve never had to send anything back to the kitchen. They are so careful in their preparation and so precise. Such high-quality food. It’s also the restaurant I go to for every one of my birthdays!
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    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyPrice: Expensive• Steak• Glastonbury
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    4.8
  • LindaVIP
    Coastal Georgia •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This has been our go to place for several years now, and we love everything about it. The staff, the food and the overall experience is amazing.
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    The Capital Grille - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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    4.7
  • Candy
    New York City •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had a wonderful pre-theater meal at Trumbull Kitchen. Megan was the hostess when we arrived and was terrifically accommodating on our request for a table in a specific location. The service was excellent, and we all thoroughly enjoyed our dinners. Everything tasted as beautifully as it looked. It's a wonderful place to go for a drink or dinner before the theater. My only less-than-enthusiastic comment was that the restaurant was very loud made worse by music playing way too loudly in my opinion. It makes it a challenge to have good conversation over dinner.
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    Trumbull Kitchen - HartfordPrice: Moderate• American• Hartford
    •
    4.6
  • johnVIP
    New York City •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 6, 2025
    The sushi and roll offerings contain the finest Japanese seafood, the rolls were delicious and inventive. All accompanied by an attentive wait staff and expert sushi chefs.
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    Feng ChophousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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    4.7

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