Adam’s Mill Restaurant
Continental/American. Located in a beautiful 120-year-old
paper mill that has been restored to its original charm,
Adam’s Mill boasts a sophisticated ambiance and
specializes in special events and catering. Try the
lemon pepper chicken or the baked stuffed shrimp.
Lunch and dinner daily; Brunch Su.
165 Adams St.; (860) 646-4039 theadamsmill.com
B, CC, M, R, WC, $$
Cavey’s
Italian/French. In 2008, ZAGAT rated it "Extraordinary-to-
Perfection." Cavey’s offers elegant décor and top-notch
service, making for destination dining at its best. Upstairs,
enjoy hearty northern Italian cuisine, complete with
homemade pastas, cheeses and desserts. Manga!
Downstairs is thoroughly French, offering a unique,
modern twist to the classics. Voila! A wine cellar with more
than 15,000 bottles means you’ll find a perfect pairing
for every meal.
45 East Center St.; (860) 643-2751 caveysrestaurant.com
B, CC, R, WC, $$$$
The Hungry Tiger Café
American/Tex-Mex. This friendly restaurant is not only
home to some great baby-back ribs, but it also entertains
guests with live music nightly. The front of the restaurant is
home to the stage that hosts prominent blues acts as well
as a variety of live performers. The greenhouse atrium
offers a cozier feel. Lunch and dinner daily.
120 Charter Oak St.; (860) 649-1195 thehungrytiger.com
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$
John Harvard’s Brewhouse
American. This casual American brewery makes beer to
complement all its meals. The chicken potpie is a favorite,
and the breads can’t be beat.
Lunch and dinner M-F.
1487 Pleasant Valley Road; (860) 644-2739 johnharvardsct.com
B, CC, M, R, WC, $$
Manchester Grill
Italian/Seafood. This charming Manchester gathering
spot is a great place to enjoy some fine Italian food.
Specialties include the Chicken Princess, Italian steaks
and martinis. Dinner daily; Lunch M-Sa.
316 Green Road; (860) 647-2905 manchesterpizzaandgrill.com
CC, R, WC, $
Shady Glen
Family. Shady Glen is a throwback to easier times. Made
famous by its waitresses wearing smart green dresses with
ruffled white aprons, the restaurant serves up food that is
just as good as everyone says. Make sure you try a
cheeseburger, made with friedcheese.
Breakfast M-Sa; Lunch and dinner daily.
360 West Middle Turnpike; (860) 643-0511
840 East Middle Turnpike; (860) 649-4245
WC, $
