Buon Appetito
Italian. Despite its storefront location and Vietnamese
chef-owner, Buon Appetito is known for its excellent Italian
’t let the blue vinyl chairs fool you. The eggplant rollatini
demonstrates culinary sophistication and the four variations
of risotto illustrates that a willingness to be nontraditional
pays off. Dinner Tu-Su.
50 Albany Turnpike (Route 44); (860) 693-2211
CC, R, WC, $$
Dish n’ Dat
American. A modern diner that is family friendly with good
comfort food, plenty of choices and something to make
everyone happy at any time of the day or night. The menu
includes “anytime breakfast” options, a burger bar and a
kids’ menu. Lunch and Dinner daily, Breakfast Sa-Su.
110 Albany Tpke. (Route 44); (860) 693-4927 dishbarandgrill.com/dathome
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$
Feng Asian Bistro and Hibachi
Asian Fusion. Feng Asian Bistro creates a unique cross between
family-oriented restaurant and fine dining experience. The
main dining room combines a touch of elegance and
sophistication with generous portions. Feng offers sushi as
well as hibachi, the perfect dinner before a show for families
or large groups. Lunch M-Sa, Dinner Daily, Brunch Su.
110 Albany Tpke. (Route 44); (860) 693-3364 ginzacorp.com/fengcanton
B, CC, OD, R, WC, $$
The Green Papaya
Thai/Laotian. The culinary essence of Thailand and Laos
are expertly presented in this cozy restaurant on the
Albany Turnpike. Pale yellow walls, sparkling white tablecloths
and gleaming wood floors invite you in and the food entices
you to return. The menu offers home-cooked dishes that
combine meat, chicken, pork and seafood with traditional
vegetables and sauces. You’ll find some that are clearly spicy
and others that are vegetarian.
Open T-Sa for lunch and dinner, and Su for dinner.
160 Albany Tpke. (Route 44); (860) 693-9322 thegreenpapayarestaurant.com
La Trattoria
Italian American. La Trattoria is known for its hospitality,
attentive staff and dedication in catering to its customers’
every need. With a cozy and romantic dining room, the
restaurant features live jazz every Friday. Sip on a coffee in
its lounge or host a party in its private banquet room.
Lunch M-F; Dinner daily.
Route 44; (860) 673-5000 latrattoriact.com
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$$
Saybrook Fishhouse
American/Seafood/Steak. Four dining areas with their own
cozy fireplaces make this a comfortable restaurant. Try the
shrimp scampi, the crab cakes or the baked stuffed shrimp,
but don’t let the name deceive you; there are plenty of menu
selections to satisfy even the pickiest land-dweller.
Lunch and dinner daily.
460 Albany Turnpike (Route 44); (860) 693-0034
B, CC, R, WC, $$$
