The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Hartford, April 2024

"I took my 10 y/o daughter here for dinner before the Hamilton show on 7/8/22. We had 5:30 reservations and we were promptly greeted by the owner and..."

Michele Shay

Kfc

75/100 (3479 ratings)

"I went with my brother, he entered the establishment. His comments were..."

Luz I Pizarro

"Very good, chic was actually crispy. The young lady who took my order is kind. I will always come back when I visit hartford. Thank you. I ordered 2..."

DeShunda G

"Food was fresh and Hot. Speedy courteous..."

Luis Henriquez

Peppercorn's Grill

75/100 (3328 ratings)

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Kfc

70/100 (3288 ratings)

"Had to try the Beyond chicken and it’s not actually too bad. 4 stars because the guy behind the counter was looking at me all weird and laughing..."

RayquanRogers

"Im from Mass there KFC does not even come close. I meen there customer service is a little hmm. BUT THE FOOD ALWAYS ON POINT THANK YOU PLZ KEEP UP..."

jessica valerio

"Love their chicken..one fried chicken that the grease doesn't upset my stomach and leftovers are still good cold.. Thanks..."

Cheryl Bell

"A very warm and welcoming staff. They will suggest you a good offers to save money on combo..."

Swarup Sahu

"I'm talking about the store on the corner of Sidney and Albany Avenue the chicken is finger-licking good!!! Cooked to..."

Darlene Boyd

"This one is for the Caribbean nationals out there. This KFC is staffed by Caribbean personnel and the chicken is really really good. Thank me later..."

Jill Pearson

J's Crab Shack

86/100 (3241 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Food was excellent they were extremely busy and in the weeds, when we got there they weren't taking any more orders but yet they let us in anyways..."

Gregg Savage

"Stopped in for dinner while in town for work. It's seldom that I get to New England, so I was craving some good seafood. Located next to their..."

Jared Carpenter

"We are seafood lovers. We found this hidden gem on the Internet and we were looking for King crab legs and belly clams. This place did not..."

Tom Hamelin

"Quick ordering process, friendly staff, food came out within five minutes and was delicious. Had steamed mussels, oysters on the half shell, fried..."

Kurtis A. Grausam

"This place is amazing and the service is above expectations. Try the Lobster roll that looks like a whole lobster went into making this delicious..."

Ray Rubio

"Wow. Just plain wow! I can't believe we have never heard of this little hidden gem until now! Our food was over the top fantastic, the service was..."

Diane Nanos Parsons

"The place to go for seafood. Tried the hot buttered lobster roll this time and it was super! Lots of lobster just the right amount of melted butter..."

Thomas J. Foran

"Fresh food made to order every time! A very zen atmosphere where the employees truly seek to provide the best service. This is both an adult and..."

Tiana Correa

"Couldn't be any better! No wait staff to tip; place your order; pay; get your drinks and when your number is called, enjoy some of the best seafood..."

Arnold Holtman

"Have eaten here many times and will go back for many more there food is spectacular fresh and juicy the way that seafood should..."

Claire Carlson

"Have never had a bad meal here! Always eat in the bar. Awesome bar..."

Susan Boynton Bassett

"Laid back atmosphere, far from fancy, everything is served in plastic, Food & wine was good, place is tucked away in the back. Staff was friendly...."

Cyndi Cotto

"Lots of fresh fish on the market/take out side, or they have a dine in area too that had fun decorations and colorful atmosphere going on. I got a..."

Joe K.

"J's crawfish boil was extremely good. Everything tasted good and nothing was over cooked. The only negative thing I will say is there was a dead fish..."

Kara Pepin

"Delicious lobster grilled cheese and clam chowder! Big chunks of both lobster and clams. Very fresh..."

Laura Poulin-Harkins

"Best Cajun Seafood boil ever. Best experience. Fast service. Really worth the money..."

Gladys Lizardi

"Always my go too place when I need delicious fried fish Customer service is always very good.I always recommend J's Crab Shack to my..."

Victoria Oprecht

The Capital Grille

88/100 (3214 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The 1st time we dined at Capital Grill about a year ago was for Mother's Day. Our waiter Luis was AWESOME. Top notch service, everything was..."

Cyndi Cotto

"Food was delicious. Ambience was very nice. Went there to celebrate a birthday with friends. They pay attention to their guest. Our waiter was Chris..."

Melissa M. Seville

"The service is always exceptional and the food’s quality is on another level! Our server (Nick) was warm and welcoming and highly accommodating to..."

Valentina L-Sanchez

"My husband took me to the Capital Grille for my birthday and it was fantastic! Our table had decorations on it along with a hand written card written..."

Maria Buontempo Marotti

"Absolutely phenomenal! If you are looking for a great & high quality of fine dining experience. This is the place to go!! The staff was very..."

Xiomari Caban Garcia

"We came here for our 5 year anniversary and The Capital Grille did not disappoint. The service from beginning to end was top notch. Our server, Mary,..."

Randy Milano

"There are absolutely no complaints. This is 5 star dining. The staff was very attentive and though we arrived early we didn't have to wait. Our..."

Enoch Benoit

China House

74/100 (3150 ratings)

"I just ordered from them, fast delivery fresh crunchy egg rolls not at all soggy and perfectly cooked food with great flavors. The lady who took my..."

ItsDejay

"Staff was very busy with orders. However, once my order was in my food was prepared with good timing. The food was excellent. I purchased shrimp..."

Carlos Lazu

Mcdonald's

70/100 (3077 ratings)

"The night time male cashier,has got to be bye far management material and I think that McDonald's would be foolish to keep this fine upstanding young..."

george small

"Food is usually very freshly cooked when I go through . Probably the only McDonald's in Hartford that I don't have to double back and get something..."

Luis Crespo

"Great this McDonald's on airport road area is one good place, I have not had such a good tasting quarter pounder in a pretty long time. Worth taking..."

Jose Allende

Whitney Pizza & Grinder

70/100 (2947 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

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"Bra they just took the wings to a hole new level. Best wings I ever had. Good Job big boss for getting this new..."

johnny cruz

"I ordered from here twice. Once when I had was at my sisters house, and last night. The first time I had ordered a calzone, it was correct and..."

sabina barbino

"I slept on this place for about 7years bc I had a bad food experience my 1st visit. One night hunger struck and I was stuck bc it was the only place..."

Keosha Owens

"This place is very good! The food is amazing, and there is great service here! 5/5 stars If you ever have the time to come here you should definitely..."

Gigi M

Mcdonald's

70/100 (2944 ratings)

"I purchased a sweet tea the other day that had the perfect amount of sugar and ice. It wasn't watery and the tea wasn't too strong. Absolute..."

Shannon Roane

"Even when there's lots of cars in the line it seems to move decent pace. My orders only wrong sometimes when I ask for no pickles but the rest is..."

Alexander Costen

"Doesn't look great from the outside but the food is just as well put together and as good as any other McDonald's. Great speedy service, same..."

Tim

"MENU HACK #3 The Big Mac sucks. too much bread and 2 small cold pink slime patties. liven it up! order a big mac and then 2 for $3.50 McDoubles..."

Michael Smutnick

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

70/100 (2695 ratings)

"This place is hands down the BEST Popeyes I have ever been to. The people are nice, the food is always fresh, I never get LESS than I order..."

Kira Quekas

Mcdonald's

70/100 (2591 ratings)

"Great breakfast and lunches cleaner place friendly people and..."

Nidia Viera

"Came in here for a quick bite after getting supplies for the restaurant. The line was long, and the kiosk was down. The staff did their best to get..."

Marco's Italian Restaurant

"I love the interior design!! Clean lines & vector graphic renditions of the menu items make for a very clean, happy & serene/calm dining room..."

kate

Fat Franks Pizza Restaurant

80/100 (2565 ratings)

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"Never a disappointment! One of my local faves. Even though I literally get the same thing over and over as pictured it’s always perfect every time...."

Tae

"I ordered for the first time last night for delivery. I ordered a chicken Cesar salad and a Turkey club grinder and it was honestly the best chicken..."

Melanie Rodriquez

"Maybe I'm biased because I live around the corner, but I've never been disappointed when I've ordered from them. Great customer service and fast..."

Will Cousin

"Was traveling through, checked into my room and asked the front desk for someone that delivers. She gave me a menu, I called and missed their cut off..."

Donna Keefe

Agave Grill

81/100 (2511 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We drove in from Northampton Mass. The best food the freshest ingredients the best staff everybody made us feel so welcome! And the Margaritas were..."

Janel Jorda

"The food is always top notch & the drinks are always strong & ice cold. This place is a must if you are in the Hartford area. Isiah & Gabby are..."

Michael Midura

"Agave Grill is amazing! Everything food, drinks and Latonya our server us the best! Definitely coming back. Oh get the churro..."

Sherie Turek Gaw

"Went on a Monday night and yhey had a DJ. My niece came up from Florida n we were looking for somewhere to go to listen to music. we went to two..."

Bella's Art Grant

"Have been here multiple times, food has always been excellent. Service is so good that I have in the past, stopped a manager to compliment him on..."

Dean Francis

"Happy hour all day Sunday?!? Win! Fresh made guac was fantastic, loves their salsa and the tacos were really good! I recommend..."

Catherine Majauskas

"Great food (I had fish tacos w/blue corn tortillas!), great service, & the Pear Mango Vodkarita is insanely..."

Melanie LeRoy

"Great food and great service!!! Our server was very attentaive and very pleasant!!! Definitely will be returning in the..."

Markie Chase

"Waitress was very nice, quacamole was to die for and frozen margarita hit the..."

Sonya Jeffrey

"Best fish tacos i have ever had. And the La Fresca margarita is..."

Aliana Smithingdale

"Great happy hour margaritas were just right not to sour and with just enough kick add in the bomb pork fluatas and mango chicken for apps and a..."

Andrew Frank Annunziata III

"They make the Guacamole infront of you.. Nice big helping and someone keeps checking on u if you need something. The rice n beans are the..."

Smriti Caprihan

"Sat at the bar and was able to talk the bartender into recommending a couple different tequilas (she was reluctant based on being burned by people..."

Peter Webber

"Agave rules!! Try the chili passion fruit margarita. It’s..."

Mike Galeziowski

"7pm on a Tuesday - Downtown - walking, looking, but not finding much...I noticed the Agave Grill had customers (typically a good sign), so in we..."

Chris Ross

"Great atmosphere especially when you’re sitting at the bar! Isaiah provides good customer service. The managers are very attentive and all the..."

Tresa Thomas

"We love going to Agave before games at XL Center. The food is always good and they have great drinks, especially the margaritas! The last time we..."

Teri Humphrys

"I would give 10/5 just for their attention and service We saw them couple of times while taking a walk in downtown and before it gets too cold wanted..."

Surupa Basu

"Beautiful restaurant, food was good. Our server was pleasant and very attentive. Food is Mexican inspired not so much authentic. Overall I would..."

Daisy Flores

"We had good meals, generous portions and great service before going to a UConn WBb game at the XL Center. We sat comfortably at the bar and enjoyed..."

Elaine Sullivan

"Food was good, and came out pretty quick. Only thing we didn't like was that our server basically tried to pack up our food 5 minutes after she..."

Jordan Schroth

Empire Pizza House

70/100 (2478 ratings)

"Good Pizza but they got the order wrong. I got the Hawaiian pizza but it had no Bacon on it which according to the app it was supposed to come..."

Shea

"Have to be brutally honest here, only because I love the place so much. My family and I have ordered from here since we came from our home country..."

Davis Garcia

"Foods good, nothing spectacular my hubby likes the pizza or chicken parm grinder and I like roast beef grinder or chicken wrap. Wings aren't my..."

Stephanie Rose

Aladdin Halal Pizza

80/100 (2472 ratings)

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"Chicken tender was fresh and very tender. Chicken shawarma over rice: the rice was full with flavor and the seasoning more relevantly to Indian..."

K Send

"Great food and service. Excellent experience. We had a party of over 20 people and they accommodated us beautifully. Good was great. Family kabob..."

Emmad Sheikh

"Perfect meal, great quality and taste. Good portion..."

Ravi Teja Kolla

"If you get the right menu items, like the actual Halal menu, it is really good. The service is generally not fast but they often have a large orders..."

Jake Zetoff

Subway

72/100 (2438 ratings)

"Before l made my way to Elizabeth Park, I stopped here to purchase a 6 inch turkey and bacon sub with fresh spinach, provolone cheese and sweet and..."

Shannon Roane

"I love this restaurant they served you very friendly fresh delicious tasting food I love the jerk pork and jerk chicken and cabbage festival fried..."

Cathy Tate

"I bought two grinders two days in a row. The first day went smoothly. The following day was a bit challenging due to misunderstanding each other,..."

Theresa Shea

"Listen... late night dude...over night family.. been there forever.... yea him... Hes's Subway's finest... the 5 stars is for him... PERIOD WE..."

Teila Ferguson

"24 hours. This place is great bc I work at 3:30am and it's super convenient to grab food here before my shift. The food is always fresh looking and..."

Juhsaya Martina Hoyes

Trumbull Kitchen

81/100 (2304 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Trendy eatery located in downtown Hartford, CT. I love to try seasonal cocktails and usually I disappoint myself however I tried the Ginger Poire and..."

Shannon Cuddy

"We had lunch there and it was great. Super nice staff and the food and drinks were spot on. The blood orange margaritas were delicious and so was the..."

Jason Deugenio

"Great service and innovative menu options are at Trumbull kitchen kitchen we've had a variety of plates to savor. the hanger steak was tasty, well..."

Mohamed Badaoui Najjar

"Solid local experience. Reservations helped to ensure timely seating. Like the menu concepts ranging from seafood to land lover type selections. Note..."

H. Calzada

"The hangar steak is amazing. The most tender meat and pure symphony of flavors. Caramel sweet sauce on either broccoli or..."

Martin Wiosna

"Stopped here to grab a bite to eat before a show...and wow totally impressed from the get go...staff was so inviting and dining area was very..."

colin asby

"A MUST if you are in the area! We (company team) had dinner here on a Tuesday night during the 2022 NE Hardscape Show. Booking was super easy for a..."

Eric and Kate Craig

"Great food. We had the Hanger Steak and ti was cooked to perfection with a delicious sauce. The beer selection was good and the bartender was..."

Dane Whitehead

Subway

74/100 (2297 ratings)

"The food is very fresh, and they make great salads. The people who work here are really friendly! They're efficient and pay..."

Angie

"To the man working last night at 1 am. God bless you. I could hear how many orders he was getting and this one man kept his cool and kept his smile..."

Emily Szczygiel

"Fast Service. Friendly Staff. Clean..."

Jas0n809

"The young man in the morning is awesome and..."

Cynthia Bonilla

"Open 24 hours, even during Covid restrictions. Great people behind the counter. Never an issue with my order when I visit. It's my solid go-to for..."

Rajon Brooks

Mj Stevens Pub 'n' Restaurant

83/100 (2234 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"On a Friday night, You should definitely expect a wait. It took a while to get a drink but I totally understand because it was insanely crowded. The..."

Brooke Vincent

"Decent staff wonderful decor. The duck tenders are fantastic definitely one of things you must get the mushrooms are wonderful. The baked potato is..."

oberland_ fruit

"If your fish fry is focused on the fish, definitely come here! The pieces are very large and meaty and the breading is very flavorful. The service..."

Steven Pegelow

"We always enjoy the fish fry. Food is great!! Service is good...even in these times of being short staffed. However...I fell in the parking lot. We..."

Gloria Weltzin

"Tried their Sunday Brunch. Made to order omelets, blueberry cream cheese filled crepes and prime rib hash were just a few of our favorites. Nice..."

Nathan Erdman

"Most of the food was great - the bread, salads especially, and my wife's prime rib was divine. I got the Memphis dry rub ribs and while the flavor..."

Michael Hanko

"Excellent steak sandwich, great Reuben sandwich, and a better than average fish fry. I recommend reservations, but you will enjoy your time spent..."

Jeff J

Sorella Restaurant

82/100 (2143 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Subway

70/100 (2115 ratings)

"As a german i can say, the best sub I have ever eaten! Really huge and big sandwiches :) :) In Germany a footlong one has less then half of salads..."

Tian Di

Ichiban Japanese & Korean

82/100 (2112 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This was my first experience with sushi in Hartford, and let me tell you, I loved it! This was the first place I’d think of when I got sushi while..."

Hannah Hain

"Great place for dinner! I love their sushi and Korean food options. Sushi and sashimi feels fresh and they are tasty. They also give you side dishes..."

Tiffany J

"Definitely our new favorite restaurant, they did special sushi for my baby, my husband order the Jam Pam noodles and every bite had sea food. My..."

Lica Faria

"Great food and great great service. Food was amazing and the staff was really friendly and..."

Tom Wong

"Their sushi is some of the best I’ve had. I always have a good meal..."

Nancy S

"Nice staff, good food, cool atmosphere. Music was all over the place, but the restrooms were very clean. Our waiter was awesome, friendly, and gave..."

Cam H

"Fantastic, living in Maine, this was the best Korean food we have had in a few years. An absolute stop off on our next trip, same standards and good..."

Dennis Oconnor

Dish Bar And Grill

83/100 (2098 ratings)

"Went to Hartford for a show. Never tried Dish so we went in. It was very busy but found room at the dessert bar, yes, the dessert bar. Watch the..."

Alice Salzano

"I have been going to Dish Bar & Grill for I think around 10 years now and love it. From the amazing food Chef Bill creates all year long. Their menu..."

Lisa Salerno

"Great place for brunch! The food was excellent. The place was extremely busy so if you are looking for a place for brunch on a Sunday go visit Dish..."

Pamela Crouch

"Mike was a wonderful waiter and attended to our needs. He was super fun and you should definitely check this place out! Thanks..."

Teresa Armstrong

"Went for a bite to eat at 9pm on a Tuesday and the service was exceptional....dinner was amazing - Salmon with ginger rice. Had a glass of wine and..."

Joann Guzman

"Had the weekend dinner for two. Was a great lobster was cooked perfectly & so was our steak. Best Brussels sprouts I have ever had & I really don't..."

Jenn Diab-Gifford

"I have been a regular patron of Dish Bar and Grill since their opening. I have witnessed their gracious hospitality given to all customers no..."

Laurie Laliberte

"I love Dish! Everyone that works there has always been so friendly, and the food is great. I bring relatives and friends anytime they are visiting..."

Amanda Pasciucco

"Food great, atmosphere awesome, bartenders and of course Saryn all rocked! Had a great..."

Ri Ka

"The staff was courteous and attentive, yet stayed in the background as not to interfere with our table. Every thing was delicious..."

Ralph George

"Had one of the most delectable filet mignon I've ever had, appetizers to die for and an exquisite dessert. My first visit.... many more to..."

Amy Bassett

Subway

75/100 (2070 ratings)

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"I think the employees are super nice, respectful & attentive to their customers orders. Obviously everyone has bad days, & I've seen some rude..."

Iris M

"This will be the place i order from all the time i did a catering order and they did awesome job Thanks subway members and manager..."

linda coleman

"My sandwich was perfectly made as it always is thanks Subway eat..."

jamar shaw

"Great customer service, they assist customers quick. The manager lady is a sweet, awesome..."

Iris M

"Love eating at Subway the employee was very professional and did a great job making my sandwich ..I prefer the one on Albany ave..."

Donnette Fyffe

"This place it's always full lot of people talk great so who wants to come have a great time or just eat or shop this is a great place to do..."

Jonathan Hernandez Feliciano

Subway

70/100 (2066 ratings)

"The people here were super friendly and helped me reach a decision with care and consideration. They were not just trying to make a quick..."

Robin Roystan

"Just had a fresh sub made just the way I like it. The service was good any the person was quick to make prepare my..."

Iriana Cruz

Subway

72/100 (2031 ratings)

"I come here almost weekly for lunch during work, the staff is super friendly and I enjoy seeing and talking with them on a regular basis. The store..."

Matthew Larose

"The food was good but the service wasn't so..."

Deborah Turner

"Great Service. Welcoming. Easy Flow of Order. Been going to this subway for quite awhile now, ( just over a year) and one employee in particular has..."

Davis Thomas

"This Subway is a step above what I'm used to: the staff were outstanding, friendly and helpful. The store was clean, smelled clean, as well as..."

Christopher Moquin

"The staff were courteous and the ingredients fresh. The restaurant was very clean a n d implemented CDC COVID-19 Safe Dining options..."

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