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The Brushmill by the Waterfall, Chester, CT

The Brushmill by the Waterfall

4.5
4.5
572 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
The Brushmill By The Waterfall is a restaurant and tavern featuring contemporary cuisine in an elegant setting overlooking a romantic waterfall on the Pattaconk Creek located in picturesque Chester, Connecticut.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 526-9898
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Mitchel
  • Neighbourhood
    Chester
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 572 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambience

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

  • Middlesex

    Good for special occasions

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Brushmill by the Waterfall offers an "absolutely wonderful setting" with picturesque views and a charming atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "friendly service," highlighting thoughtful touches like personalized cards for special occasions. While some mention slow service, the restaurant's "exceptional" staff and "beautiful presentation" of dishes make it a standout spot for celebrations and romantic evenings.

572 Reviews
  1. melissa

    VIP

    Naples

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent ambiance and service. Food was also exceptional. A wonderful place to dine and relax. Love it.

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  2. Alexandra

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I finally got out for a night and were looking for a unique experience with good food. This was exactly what we were looking for. The waterfall and covered bridge was beautiful. The ambiance was quaint and quiet. The waiter was friendly. And the butternut squash small plate was one of the best things I’ve ever eaten.

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  3. Linda

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious dinner at Brushmill in the tavern. We were immediately seated. Our gluten free dairy free diners were offered warm bread with oil. The salads were delicious and our meals were excellent. The historic mill is a comfortable and interesting place to dine. It has been wonderful preserved.

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  4. C .

    VIP

    Connecticut

    113 reviews

    5.0

    113 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Although it was very busy, everything was fantastic! Be sure you have a reservation! 🍷

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  5. Kristin

    VIP

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Cod was excellent. So was one steak frites. The other was tough.

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  6. Jean

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An extraordinary experience- all was perfect!!! Highly recommend!!!
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Jean! We are thrilled you had a positive experience with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Louise

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shelby was an awesome waitress. Drinks were unique and delicious
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 3 days ago
    Louise, we're delighted to hear that Shelby provided excellent service and that you enjoyed our unique and delicious drinks. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon.

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  8. Travis

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and place . Food was on point and delicious
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded 6 days ago
    Travis, we are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. Our team works hard to provide top-notch service and delicious food, so we are happy to hear that we hit the mark during your visit. We hope to see you again soon!

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Kimberly

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a beautiful restaurant, delicious food, overall a great experience. I would highly recommend.
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on December 17, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Kimberly! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon.

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  10. Ellen

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a family dinner of 8 on a Saturday night and everyone’s dinner was incredible. Our server was great. We have been coming to this restaurant for years through all of its changes and this might be the best ownership yet. The place looks great. The owner came to our table to make sure everything was right. Our waiter was local and reminisced with us. Highly recommend this restaurant on all levels but mainly because the food was just so good!
    The Brushmill by the WaterfallResponded on December 17, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words, Ellen! We are thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your dinner with us. We take great pride in our food and service, and we are so glad that you had a positive experience. We hope to see you again soon.

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The Brushmill by the Waterfall is rated 4.5 stars by 572 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for The Brushmill by the Waterfall

129 W Main St, Chester, CT 06412-1344

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Chester
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Mitchel
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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