Farmington

Apricots Restaurant

American. Apricots is two restaurants in one. The ground-
level pub has a livelier atmosphere with its bar and a piano.
It focuses on smaller portions and simpler preparations.
The upper level is a quieter and more refined dining room,
focusing on traditional menu choices such as steaks, scallops
and salmon. Lunch M-Sa; Dinner daily; Brunch Su.
1593 Farmington Ave.; (860) 673-5405
apricotsrestaurant.com
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$$

Beijing Garden Restaurant
Chinese/Japanese. Serving traditional Chinese and
Japanese fare, and sushi bar, Beijing Garden embraces
the Asian tradition. The atmosphere is peaceful, the flavor
authentic and the portions hearty. The Peking duck is highly
recommended. Lunch M-Sa; Dinner M-Su.
230 Farmington Ave.; (860) 677-1110
CC, R, WC, $

Cugino’s of Farmington
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Italian. Fine Italian cuisine focusing on pasta favorites, veal,
chicken and fresh seafood entrées. Cugino’s provides
quality Italian dining with a home-style flair with the freshest
ingredients and a casual family atmosphere.
Lunch and dinner daily.
1053 Farmington Ave.; (860) 678-9366
cuginosrestaurantfarmington.com
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$

The Grist Mill
Continental. Grist Mill offers a fabulous outdoor dining
experience in warmer months, with one of the best views
of the Farmington River. The menu is extensive and the
food delicious. For dinner, try the Braised Osso Bucco,
and for dessert, chocolate ganache.
Lunch and dinner daily; Brunch Su.
44 Mill Lane; (860) 676-8855
thegristmill.net
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$$

Lotus Grill Vietnamese Restaurant
Vietnamese. Lotus Grill’s dishes are made from the best
ingredients, freshest meats, and vegetables. We have a
delicious selection of unforgettable Vietnamese dishes:
rice vermicelli, popular PHO(rice noodle soups). Whether
you are a meat, vegetarian or exotic food lover, we have
many dishes to choose from and offer a casual, friendly
atmosphere that you and your friends are sure to enjoy.
Lotus Grill is open 7 days a week to accommodate
everyone’s busy schedule.
979 Farmington Ave.; (860) 676-2255
CC, $$

Matthew’s Restaurant
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Eclectic. A fine dining restaurant with a French Quarter
influence, offering a fresh regional menu and a casually
elegant setting right off the river. In addition to the main
menu, Matthew’s also offers a pub menu, both at the bar
and in the dining room. Lunch and Dinner daily. Brunch Su.
55 Mill Street; (860) 673-7373
matthews-restaurant.com
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$$$

Murphy and Scarletti’s Pasta
Italian/American. With nightly live music ranging from jazz
to rock ‘n’ roll, this Italian restaurant’s pub-like atmosphere
has a lot to offer. The bar, lunch and dinner menus are
chock full of pastas and brick-oven pizzas.
Lunch M-F; Dinner M-Sa.
270 Farmington Ave.; (860) 676-0252
murphyandscarlettis.com
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$

Piccolo Arancio

Rustic Northern Italian. Dim lighting and simple white linen
add romance to this charming restaurant, which boasts a
bar and a banquet room for private parties and functions.
Ravioli all’arancia, stuffed with spinach and ricotta and
served with an orange-sage sauce is a favorite.
Lunch M-F; dinner M-Sa.
819 Farmington Ave.; (860) 674-1224
piccoloarancio.com
B, CC, R, WC, $$$

Silo Restaurant
Continental. This warm and friendly restaurant exudes rustic
charm. Start with the mozzarella piccanti, and choose from
entrées such as steak Diane and veal Oscar,  fresh seafood
daily, and crème brulée for dessert.
Lunch M-F; Dinner M-Sa.
330 Main St.; (860) 677-0149
silorestaurantct.com
B, CC, M, R, WC, $$$

Stonewell Restaurnt
Mediterranean. Family is what it comes down to at this
restaurant. With its tase of Mediterranian cuisine it adds a
little extra to american dishes. Lunch and dinner daily,
Sunday brunch 11-3 p.m.
354 Colt Highway; (860) 677-8855
thestonewell.com
B, CC, R, WC, $$$

Wood-n-Tap

American. "Come as you are" is the philosophy at this laid-
back yet trendy joint, abounding with burgers and Buffalo
wings. Come for business lunches, happy hours, or take-out.
Lunch and dinner daily.
1274 Farmington Ave.; (860) 773-6736
woodntap.com
B, CC, M, R, WC, $$

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