Angry Olive Italian Bistro
Italian. This restaurant evokes a very Tuscan feel and charm.
The food is prepared and plated the way true Italian food
was meant to be, with the best available ingredients,
simplicity and love. This restaurant prides itself on the
artisinal work that goes into food preparation, from hand-
crafted breads and pizza dough to the in-house butchering
of the meats, no shortcuts are taken here. The wine list is
varied and friendly to all price ranges. The menu is not
typical American mainstream, however they do utilize
mainstream items on the specials menu. The bar is large
and welcoming and there is a beautiful outdoor patio for
dining “Al Fresco.”
Lunch M-Sa. Dinner daily.
5 Waterchase Drive; (860) 257-8402
B, CC, OD, R, WC, $$
Chuck’s Steak House
Steak House. In addition to its famous steaks, Chuck’s offers
mouthwatering entrees like beef kabob and grilled tuna.
Staff members pride themselves on their friendly and attentive
service. The dining room is dimly lit, casual and rustic, and two
private rooms provide a range of seating choices.
Dinner M-Su.
2199 Silas Deane Highway; (860) 529-0222 chuckssteakhouse.com
B, CC, OD, R, WC, $$$
Dakota Steak House
American. This restaurant is heavy on the charm with its
lodge-like décor and display of Native American artifacts.
Its Southwestern cuisine is made with fresh local ingredients,
so try the teriyaki sirloin or the prime rib. Take-out services
and a banquet room are also available.
Dinner daily; Brunch Su.
1489 Silas Deane Highway; (860) 257-7752 dakotarestaurant.com
B, CC, R, WC, $$$
Elizabeth’s Bar and Restaurant
Northern Italian. Everyone feels like family at Elizabeth’s.
With a dance floor, a bar, and a large, casual dining room,
there’s something for everyone. Try the chicken scampi
or one of the lunch specials—also available at dinner.
Lunch M-F; Dinner M-Sa.
825 Cromwell Ave.; (860) 721-6932
B, CC, M, R, WC, $$$
On The Border Mex Café
Mexican. The ultimate fajita can’t be beat, and the Ranchiladas
reign supreme. A bar with fiesta vibe and a colorful, authentic
dining room provide a fun-filled family atmosphere. For real
fiestas, On The Border offers a private room and occasional
live music. Lunch and dinner M-Su.
1519 Silas Deane Highway; (860) 513-1020 ontheborder.com
B, CC, WC, $$
Pazzo Café
Italian. Old World charm mixes with casual dining at this
family-owned restaurant. Pasta, panini and wood-fired pizza
are specialties, along with seafood, chicken and beef entrees.
Order takeout online at pazzoitaliancafe.net and it will be
waiting when you arrive. Lunch and dinner M-Sa.
377 Cromwell Ave.; (860) 721-8888 pazzoitaliancafe.net
CC, OD, R, WC, $$
Saybrook Fish House
Seafood. It’s is casual and low key, with a menu that offers
fun choices such as the Poseidon Adventure alongside
more traditional dishes of shrimp scampi and grilled swordfish.
Landlubbers have plenty of choices as well, and the bar is a
great place to hang out. Lunch M-F; Dinner M-Su.
2165 Silas Deane Highway; (860) 721-9188 saybrookfishhouserestaurants.com
B, CC, R, WC, $$
Sorrento on the Green
Italian/American. The famous Franklin Avenue restaurant
has moved and offers a great new flair to the menu.
Enjoy entrees such as braised short ribs, rack of lamb & our
famous veal chop with a merlot reduction. Signature veal,
chicken and pasta dishes are still exceptional. Finish off
with delightful homemade desserts. Bruno Cerati entertains
on the weekends and our private room is a great place for
parties. Lunch Tu-Sa; Dinner Tu-Su.
600 Cold Spring Road; (860) 563-7000 sorrentoonthegreen.com
B, CC, M, OD, R, WC, $$$
Tomasso’s
Italian. For an upscale dressy dining experience, be sure
to check out this Italian eatery. Start off your meal with a hot
antipasto dish that features classics including calamari.
For your main entrée, try the house specialties including
chicken tomasso which includes sausage, broccoli rob and
a tomato basil sauce or the veal Calabrese for a spicier dish
that includes capers, artichokes in a white wine sauce.
Lunch and dinner daily.
945 Cromwell Ave.; (860) 529-6932
B,CC,M,R,WC, $$$$
Wood-n-Tap
American. “Come as you are” is the philosophy at this
laid-back, yet trendy, place serving burgers and Buffalo
wings. Come for business lunches, happy hours,
take-out or one serious Sunday brunch.
Sunday brunch only in Hartford location.
Lunch and dinner daily.
12 Town Line Rd.; (860) 571-9444 woodntap.com
B, CC, M, R, WC, $$
