Excellent food and ambiance. The owner, Julian, takes great pride in his food and does a great…read morejob. I'm anosmic, but the textures of the Risotto and the Jerk Chicken are phenomenal. Will be returning often! I regret not having a better photo but will go out of my way to get one the next time I go!

Sawyers has stayed on a side street of Torrington for years, so they're doing something right to…read moresurvive. They do have a parking lot on the side, and tables/chairs for the warm weather. We were greeted by two lion statues. The interior seating are high tops and booths. There are single restrooms, with the toilet very close to your nose. You should stand straight up. The garlic parm chicken tenders were delicious, and the breading stayed strong even after being coated. The burger was definitely warm and juicy, it went with the overall bar.

I've done takeout here a few times in the past couple of weeks. My wife isn't a fan of Joe's, she…read morefeels it's "just average, nothing special". I disagree with her, I like the food they serve. One night I brought home a large pepperoni pizza and 8 honey BBQ wings. I thought the pizza was good (not the best I've ever had, but better than average), and the wings were decent. I've also ordered the $6 Lunch wrap special, it was also to my liking. Very generous portion of fries came w/ the wrap, so much that I couldn't even finish them all. All in all, Joe's will continue to be on my list of lunch places while in Torrington. They also offer a nice selection of pizza slices.

Joe's makes a good slice; The crust is chewy and soft like a pretzel; The sauce is excellent, and…read morethere's plenty of cheese. Overall a great bite. The sausage is good as well, and Joe's pizza was very generous with the amount of toppings on the slice. No complaints from me. Excellent pizza and excellent service. That's a review.

We took advantage of visiting the Village Restaurant during Litchfield Restaurant Week. The prix…read morefixe menu offered great choices. I started with a delicious seafood bisque. The stuffed pork loin was a generous entree with a stuffing made up of Granny Smith apples, cornbread and cheddar cheese. The mashed potatoes were topped with a tasty gravy. Dessert was "Denise's Famous Carrot Cake" was wonderful - very moist with lots of raisins and coconut topping the cream cheese frosting. Our server was very attentive and the food was delivered promptly. As a history lover, I loved seeing all the historic photographs on the walls. The building has a very historic feel. We found the Village Restaurant to be a great place for dinner.

This seems to be where the locals go, and the menu is mostly comfort food. It was good, but not…read moregreat.

I'm pretty divided with this review. First I'll start with the highs: when you eat-in the food and…read morethe service is great! Between the many things to look at (including the giant fish tank) there's always something to talk about. The food was good, we both ordered tacos. They were fresh, tasty and beautifully made- it makes you wish there was 3rd taco! The fried green beans with wasabi sauce was delicious as well, and something you never see on a menu. With all of that said, there were a couple of things that threw me off. First off being that you can see right into the men's bathroom if you're looking through the fish tank. Granted it's only the hand wash area but definitely a little odd. My husband was actually able to wave at me through it. I noticed they put a tapestry up for the woman's restroom so you couldn't see through the other tank they have, so it's weird they wouldn't do the same for the men's. But mostly what was disappointing was we had gone back the next weekend for takeout, we ordered the same exact tacos and upon receiving them they weren't the same as what was ordered. Ingredients and toppings were missing and stuff was added that wasn't on the menu. I will say the pizza was great though! But we came back for the tacos and they fell very short. I'm sure we will be back, but takeout won't be an option for us unfortunately.

No joke. Top 3 pizza place I've ever been…read more Maybe it was because I was hungry....but seriously...this pizza is amazing. Ordered a pepperoni pizza, well done. It blew my mind. Good vibes. Friendly staff. If you're in Litchfield, CT - DO NOT MISS THIS SPOT. Incredible.

Let's get into some great eating guys! I ain't ever been to J Timothy's, but I was recommended…read morethis place at work when I mentioned to some co-workers I would be going to the AMC in town where I got to see the first two episodes of "Lion". Honestly, after reading the reviews, I wasn't too confident I would even be able to eke on in for dinner, but my God was I able to get in, and thank the LORD I was able to find a parking spot with such a full lot of cars! What started as a solo trip to J Timothy's became a welcome table event when fellow Yelper Angie showed up with her husband and invited me over to their table. I'm SO glad we were able to have that happen! It became one of the best post-event dinners I've had yet. It did take a bit of time to decide between the three of us, but we eventually split our checks, with me taking care of my order and Angie taking care of the rest. We had Kate as a waitress, and might I say, she was not only nice and efficient, but she was very knowledgeable of the menu and very helpful and accommodating. I immediately requested a take-out box and she delivered just like that. She was even knowledgeable on what foods and such were made in-house and what wasn't, which is honestly very impressive! Also note, we all got to have a taste of everything that came in tonight, so we got lots of food to get to! We did have the wings for our appetizers. I did the 10-wing Dirt Style Honey BBQ Gold for mine, and they got I wanna say 20(?) Buffalo wings. They were cooked to perfection, and I was able to twist the bones off the flats. Both flavors were good, but even though it could possibly be my bias talking, I did prefer my flavor of wings. I will say the Buffalo had that signature spice level there, but it didn't overpower the wing, which is awesome! Oh, and there were also the potato skins which was rated perfectly, and that tasted really good as well. For the entrees, this is why I immediately requested the box. My order was the full rack of ribs. Angie got the chicken pot pie. Usually, I don't eat pot pies, but the one Angie ordered was honestly very good. Flaky, buttery crust top, and savory filling or chicken, potatoes, peas, etc. As for my ribs, whenever I tried to cut them, all the meat kept falling off the bone! That's how you know it was cooked properly! And dear God were these ribs were delicious, succulent, and delicious! Did I mention they were delicious? The BBQ sauce was a symphony of bliss that helped make each bite of rib taste like I went to Cloud Nine! The coleslaw it came with was good, but it's not something I would say can compete with the South. But good all the same. Drinks were great too. I got the Dragon Fruit Martini(?), and that was sweet and relaxing to have after a long summer and a long drive to Plainville. Oh, and we also got dessert! Again we picked different things: Angie ordered the "Not Fried Chicken" while I went with the Key Lime Pie. Wherever these guys get their key lime pie from, keep them coming and let me know so I can get some more myself! The raspberry sauce was a great choice for accompaniment and complimented the pie nicely. And the slice was divine! The Not Fried Chicken is a very innovative idea, and it tasted good as well. I can see now why this place gets so much love. It's insane how good this place is in just about every aspect! The sink did take a bit to learn, but that was about my only criticism, other than that this place easily gets 5 stars from me, and I am so glad to have had this dinner with Angie and meet her husband. #KeepYelping

A friend of mine took me here for lunch after church during a recent visit to CT. The interior was…read morerustic, comfortable, and spacious with 2 levels. We chose booth seating on the 2nd floor, which was cozy, and boasted a cool view of the downstairs area. For my beverage, I chose the Cherry mocktail, which was oh so fizzy, refreshing, and a nice mix of sweet and tart. We shared the Chili Dirt Wings and Fried Calamari. The Wings were fried twice and generously sauced. They were satisfyingly crispy and full of bold flavor with a bit of a kick. The Fried Calamari was light and crunchy. I had a tough time selecting my entree, but finally went with Taverne Grilled Meatloaf. This dish consisted of beef and pork meatloaf, loaded mashed potatoes, and mixed vegetables. The Meatloaf was cooked perfectly on the char-broiler, giving it a slightly smoky taste and bit of caramelization, then smothered in a tomato glaze. Meatloaf was delightfully tender and well seasoned. Loaded Mashed Potatoes was mouthwatering, covered in melty cheese, bacon, and scallions. Veggies included carrots, zucchini, squash and had a great consistency, adding a fresh element to the dish. For dessert, I had to get one of my favorites: Sticky Toffee Pudding. Their version was a moist, dense sponge Bundt cake with caramel sauce. It was decent, but overly sticky sweet even for me. Service was solid. Our waitress was welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu. Everything came out in a timely manner. If I return, I would want to try the Shepherd's Pie, Boneless Braised Short Ribs, or Pierogies and Kielbasa.

The food and Ambiance is amazing. They allow dogs to out on the patio and they have a great patio…read morearea. All the food and sandwiches are awesome

We had two visits within 2 months and both were great. My husband is a big fan of prime rib and…read moreAJ's has a prime rib special on Thursday evenings. So this is the place to go if you enjoy prime rib! The waitstaff has been terrific each time we've had a meal here. There is seating outside on the porch as well as inside. They have a tradition of free peanuts in the shells and people dump the shells on the floor. I can't quite get used to doing that but others do. The chocolate chip skillet sundae is the best. They bring it to the table heated and it is fantastic!

They're currently closed for renovations. But in the past, the food was good! Lovely wings.read more

I really enjoyed my first visit to Wood's Pit! I'm disappointed that I've lived in the immediate…read morearea for a year and it took me this long to find it. The atmosphere was casual and exactly where ending a long day or beginning a weekend should happen. Clean. Comfortable. Terrific vibe. Liz, today's bartender/server added to the experience. Enjoyed a few things off their very generous Happy Hour menu. Reduced prices and portions - but all of the feel and flavor. Gave me a change to try a range of things in one visit. Can't wait to go back. Of the things I tried, the smoked wings and cole slaw were by far the best. Kielbasa and brisket were good - not fatty - but had a much more mild smoke profile than I anticipated. Not sure how much time they were on the smoker - but delicious. Jerk chicken sandwich was also good. Not spicy. But flavorful. My next trip I'll delve into the Mexican side - with wings all over again. I don't drink alcohol - but the bar scene was perfect. Again, a terrific, laid back, fun place.

I've ordered various menu items from this Pizza Express several times over the last year…read more Everything has always been good, from the pizzas, to the grinders & wraps, to the salads, to the calzones. Can't say I've ever disliked anything, Pizza Express is one of my "Go To Places" for lunch in Torrington when I'm working. Owner & staff are very friendly too. If you do pick up one of their takeout menu pamphlets, I just wanted to state, they do NOT serve Greek style pizza (which is a good thing, I dislike Greek style pizza, for the most part). See my pics below for the style of pies Pizza Express serves.

Pizza Express is a good pizza when you're hungry. It's best eaten when it first comes out of the…read moreoven, that's when it's at its best. The crust is New York style and the cheese pull is remarkable. The sauce isn't bad either, however, the breakfast sausage thing isn't for me; chopped up breakfast sausage on a pizza just doesn't work. If you're going to try this pizza, get the plan cheese, or pepperoni pie instead. Another plus side; the staff were very friendly and accommodating.

ORIGIN: Riverton, Connecticut is a popular destination for…read morefly fishing, so it comes as no surprise that the name of the ground floor tavern at the Old Riverton Inn is named after a fly fishing lure -- The Royal Coachman. EXPERIENCE; What did come as a surprise to me was the popularity of this rural tavern on a fall Friday evening and the quality of food and service experienced. Jason P. had reported excellent fish and chips, noteworthy wings, and selection of local beers at the tavern in his review. I ordered the fish and chips alongside the server's suggested Norbrook Farm-brewed Mount Pisgah IPA. The fish and chips dish ($20) was as Jason had described -- "TOP TIER". I look forward to exploring the menu further (although it will be hard to pull me away from the fish and chips). Kudos to the tavern's Head Chef Austin Ouelette and his crew! AMBIANCE: There are three dining areas -- an outdoor patio, a newly renovated, modern dining room, and the original dining room filled with colonial-inspired furniture. TIP: Parking lot size was insufficient the Friday evening I visited, necessitating parking on the shoulder of State Route 20 . This possibility may be circumvented via a visit on an earlier weekday. The tavern is open to visitors and inn guests Wednesday through Sunday.

Tucked away in the corner of Riverton is this little restaurant right over the Farmington River…read more Cozy, quaint and homey, serving great portions with incredible quality. Their menu has a lot of different options to please everyone in your party. They've got the typical go-to's (burgers, sandwiches, pizza) but then you get into some house made comforts like chicken pot pie and bacon wrapped meatloaf. The service is great, but since it's a pretty small place the waitresses might be pretty busy so just be patient. With that said, seating is fairly limited on a busy Friday/Saturday night or if they are having a special for dinner, so definitely make reservations! We came for late lunch on Saturday and it was fairly quiet. Needless to say, since it's off the beaten path we sometimes forget this gem is here but when we remember we never regret it!

I came for pizza and left questioning every other pizza I've ever eaten. That coal-fired crust has…read moremore personality than most people I know. Five Stars.

We've been struggling to find a great restaurant in Torrington. Somewhere where the service and the…read morefood are excellent and well worth the price- Sasso's exceeded our expectation. We live around the area kept saying to ourselves throughout the night "why haven't we been here before? We've been missing out on such good food" There seems to be a lot of seating both inside and outside so that's a plus since we were able to get seated right away without a reservation on a Friday night. (they were already pretty busy) Our waitress was so friendly and super attentive even with all the tables she had. Now on to the food! Everything was cooked to perfection and beautifully plated. You could tell that whoever is cooking genuinely cares about the food that is coming out of that kitchen. To start we ordered the Spinach Artichoke Dip w/ Garlic Parm Crostini and the Antipasto Salad. (Not pictured) Everything came out in great portions to share and even the crostinis were packed full of flavor which brought the dip up another notch. The salad was fresh, colorful and absolutely delicious. For our entree we both ordered the Steak Frites-cooked medium. Both of our steaks were cooked to perfection and the chimichurri was herby, savory and even had a little bite to it-it was phenomenal. To add to the mix the frites had parm & garlic to make them even tastier To finish, after a very long day- we knew that an affogato would just finish this meal off perfectly and we were right. It was delicious and the candied walnuts were such a nice touch to add for texture. (My husband now has a new favorite dessert) Needless to say we will absolutely be back, and more than likely bringing many others in tow to share an absolutely wonderful meal!