Nice chill spot, especially since there isn't much in this area for night entertainment. One pool…read moretable, 1.50 a game. Late night Happy Hour starts at 10p. Full menu with large, flavorful portions available til 2am. Some nights they have events & also a nice space to hold personal events.

Very well done basic food with lots of heart. A big space to fill, but doesn't quite pull it off…read morejust yet. I have known for a while that this place decided to take the shoes of the former shady glenn, with decent reviews and a desire to try out new things, I made the trek to this location to give it a try. It's not much of a looker. The area around it is worn down, parking spots are barely lined and the lights in the parking lot are in various states of function. There's some signs indicating that they are open, but the immediate curb appeal is a little limited. The inside is pretty nice. They did a good job in making the space feel more open and inviting compared to the cramped space that shady glenn had. The single chef in his reds was hastily plugging away at his dishes, cooking feverously while also trying to man the front of the shop. Eventually he was able to go to our table and drop off a menu along with a basked of freshly buttered popcorn to munch on. A welcome treat, which was good but a little messy. the popcorn was popped plain and seasoned afterwards, which makes for a slightly soggier bite. Eventually his backup staff came in, a single lady who was suppose to be holding down the drinks and front of house. She comes over and we order. I opt for the pork cutlet and mac n cheese, while the girlfriend opted for the pasta with meat sauce. We then proceed to watch the chef rapidly go from back to front, getting everything prepped and cooked up while we watched. The chef really needs a very close-by fridge or cooler. the amount of running back and forth was tiring to watch. I am very glad that he was working hard for his guests, but there are easier ways. It also took our food a good 30 minutes to come up because we literally watched him make it. By the time he's done, we get two pretty decent sized plates of food. The pasta was good, the meat sauce was very tasty. the beef and pork were very tender and the sauce was not overpowering but ever present. The mac and cheese was a little gritty, I suspect the sauce was starting to separate by the time things got served up. The pork cutlet was fresh and fried well. it needed a little more seasoning and it needed to be a little better trimmed. but it was a good cut. The carrot and cranberry slaw was fresh, sweet, and tart. It was way too big of a portion though. a quarter of that would've been more acceptable. The price was incredibly affordable, the two plates coming out to about 24 bucks. I felt a little bad to get such good quality for so cheap. I give this place a 4 because although the price is great, the service is good, and the quality is good, it's not much of a looker, it took a while for food to actually come out, and there was some execution errors. What I would like to see happen here is that the chef features a few different dishes each night, but that's all he serves. No extensive menu, just a few basic options that one can select. As dishes gain in popularity, he can feature those dishes and build out his menu that way. Also by keeping his menu very light, it will help keep the food costs down since he won't have a lot of overhead. It will also build that reoccurring business by encouraging repeat business to try the "new thing". That combined with a strong social media presence and a constant stream of "Now serving" posts, they would be able to make themselves a strong dining option for the area. For now, they are worth a try if you're in the area. The food's good, the staff is nice, and the ambiance is not bad inside. It's sparse, but in time I would imagine this place will shine bright

Third time here and I don't know why I come back because this place is really MID. I keep giving…read morethem a chance but something throws me off every time here. Service isn't horrible because it's not busy. Ordered the spicy fried chicken. That was good but I thought it was going to have that Korean bbq sauce on it but it didn't. Menu cat fished me to ordered it. The shrimp tempura with lettuce threw me off. I didn't like that. The ramen was alright. I need to find another place to have my shrimp tempura.

Came here for a Sunday lunch, with my husband and another couple. I really liked the decor and…read moreambience of Kyushu, not too fancy, yet not too casual. We were waited on quickly. I got the spicy ramen noodle bowl (I forgot the name of it) that had spicy beef broth, very tender beef slices, creamy egg, fish cake, nori, bamboo shoots, and ramen noodles. It was delicious but a little bit too spicy for me. My husband had the teriyaki steak served with white rice and veggies. The flavor was great, but the steak wasn't quite tender enough. Our other friend ordered the miso or chicken broth bowl (not sure which), and he liked it a lot. Oh, I almost forgot, for appetizers, we ordered the pork bao buns and they were wonderful. We also got dumplings that were great. We'll definitely eat here again!

I'm finally back here. The restaurant is Vietnamese and is located at 252 Broad St. in Manchester,…read moreCT. It's been quite some time. This is possibly the largest pho (Vietnamese) restaurant in the state (next to Pho Boston). The decor is real nice too. The menu is huge. There are a lot of options including classic Vietnamese non-soup dishes (one of which I am getting). Unique items include salmon spring rolls and salmon noodle soup. There is no music. That should be on while they're open. The owner, Pete, immediately serves me a huge glass of ice water with a lime. It's warm outside so it's very refreshing. For my drink, I'm having a Nuoc Chanh (fresh lime). Nước chanh is a classic Vietnamese limeade, known for its refreshing balance of tart, sweet, and occasionally a hint of salt. In Vietnamese cuisine, "chanh" usually refers to green limes, though lemons can be used as a substitute abroad. This is good! It tastes closer to lemonade. For my appetizer, I am having the Goi Cuon Ga (chicken spring rolls). Gỏi cuốn gà are fresh, non-fried rolls filled with poached chicken, rice vermicelli, fresh herbs (mint, cilantro), and lettuce wrapped in thin rice paper. They are a light, healthy alternative to the traditional pork and shrimp version, often served with peanut hoisin dipping sauce or fish sauce (nước chấm). These are light and easy to eat. The cubed or diced or minced chicken is a different approach I haven't seen before. Add sriracha sauce for a little kick. These are good! They do serve everything on styrofoam plates. Adding some ceramic plates would be a nice touch. For my entree, I'm having the ga luclac (also known as Shaking Chicken). This is stir fried chicken breast with mixed vegetables and white rice. Vietnamese Shaking Chicken (gà lúc lắc) is a popular dish featuring wok-seared, cubed chicken thighs marinated in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and garlic, resulting in a caramelized, savory flavor. It is typically seared at high heat to create a crust, served over greens with onions and tomatoes, often accompanied by rice. I've asked for extra spicy. Let's see what comes out. There's always sriracha sauce as a last resort. This is more like it! It's served sizzle hot! That's a big portion! This tastes great! It's nice to be served by the owner himself! What a great meal here! P.S.: When paying, you need to go up to the front counter.

Tried Pho for the first time here, and I was pleasantly surprised by the experience. I ordered a…read moreshrimp pho with rice noodles, and I loved the flavor. I have sensitivities to gluten, so the option for rice noodles was a great surprise. Something I loved was the additions like hoisin sauce, bean sprouts, and lime that you could add to the broth to make it to your taste. Additionally, the ambience inside was cute and comfortable. The outside of the restaurant is a little disarming, but once you go in, it's incredibly welcoming. The owner himself served our table, and you could tell he was passionate about his food. I cannot wait to return and try some more items!

Yet again, we were in Noodles at 8 pm. Closing time is 10, and the worker was putting up the…read morechairs while we ate. There was food under the table in the booth we sat in.

I ordered the spicy Korean steak noodles. I asked for no onions, no cilantro, no cucumbers. And…read morewouldn't you guess that put everything in my bowl I asked them not to put in it. Go figure right? I was too far to my house to go back. So let's get to the taste. The steak was super tough to eat I just kept chewing and chewing by away until I just said forget it and spit it out. Next time I'll get it with the chicken breast. Overall taste of noodles were good. I wish they gave more food for a regular size but overall I would definitely get the same bowl maybe with out meat

Still great bites for a good price…read more I come here from time to time. This place is very much a good quality but ample portions place. So for those looking to fill their bellies with good eats then this place fits the bill. Tried their birria tacos, and they were cheesy and greasy in the best way. The consommé was flavorful and not too overpowering. You could eat it like a soup and be pleasantly surprised. The beef was tender but a little dry. Needed the broth. As a quick casual bite place, it's a very solid place to go. The parking lot is the biggest gripe, but outside of the businesses control. Worth a try if you're hungry and want lots of good food

My friend and I tried Baja's for lunch today and were very pleasantly surprised. We had never heard…read moreof Baja's despite being in the area often, but we are so glad we got a chance to try it. We ordered a wet burrito and a chimichanga, both of which were delicious and huge, especially for the price. The food was all very fresh tasting and cooked/prepared perfectly. We also chose to eat in the restaurant, which for a quick-service place was quite cozy and inviting. Overall, great prices, great food, and great convenience. We will definitely be returning soon.

Got the turkey with havarti cheese. Such a simple sandwich but so good! The bread is fantastic and…read moreeverything was so light and fresh. I also got the chicken salad which was very yummy. Much different from your mayo drenched ones but now dry at all. Can't wait to come back and try more of their menu items.

My friend and I stopped by The Great Harvest Bread Company for a quick lunch. I had no idea this…read morewas a national chain, I have never heard of them before. This particular location is in a small shopping plaza in Vernon. The inside looks like an independent bakery. They have a huge assortment of breads, they can make sandwiches upon request or from the menu. Additionally they also make salads, cookies and coffee. I'll have to note, the two teenage girls working here weren't friendly, welcoming or capable of smiling, maybe they are new, but something needs to change. I got the Turkey Goddess sandwich on Wheat Seeded Bread. I also got an iced coffee. They serve Peet's coffee. This combo was only $13. This bread was very fresh, flavorful and covered in seeds. It was filled with tomato, onion, lettuce, Havarti cheese, avocado spread and turkey. It also came with a pickle, but it was way too salty for me. This sandwich was very filling, fresh and tasty. My friend got a similar one and she also enjoyed it.

Rein's NY Style Deli is an awesome place to grab a bite to eat right off the Turnpike in Vernon,…read moreCT. It's has the vibe of a New York deli and offers everything from a small market and bakery items to a full sit-down restaurant. They serve you several pickles while you wait to order. There is a large menu with something for everyone. The sandwiches are all really good. I had a Turkey Reuben and we also enjoyed some matzo ball soup. Parking is easy since the deli is in a strip mall with plenty of parking spaces.

We love to stop by Rein's whenever passing through the area. The menu is extensive and there are so…read moremany products for purchase in their store section, ready made meals, sides,pickles, candies, desserts, cookies, bread, bagels, bialis and lots more. Service was fast and friendly and it was great to see so many of the young staff hustling and working hard but with good attitudes. We brought home some Bialis and bagels after enjoying our meal. Fantastic! Prices are still decent and portions are generous. Plenty of parking.

The Spice Mill has all the spices you could imagine! If you're looking for individually bottled…read morespices or premade spices for chili, tacos, steak rub, poultry or seafood rubs, this is definitely the place to get it! When I first walked in, the scent of spices powerfully greeted me. After I left, I could smell the spices on me. The store is very well organized, neat and clean. The staff are friendly and extremely helpful. There's a private parking lot with ample parking. This will be my new store to stock up on my spice needs. Highly recommend to anyone and everyone, especially if you love to cook.

Really large selection for a surprising small retail space. They have some tools and a few…read moreaccessories that relate to some of the cooking spices they offer but this is primarily a bulk spice and pre blended spice mix place. It is definitely a much cheaper option than any of the packaged herbs at the grocery store and you can of course make your own blends. They absolutely do a majority of their business in wholesale so I can see why they only have so much to offer in the retail store. I will say that the section devoted to peppers and hot spices warmed my heart ! The dipping spices and various bbq rubs are my personal favorites but you can even get a cool ranch "Doritos" spice mix here .

Stopped in recently for the first time for breakfast, with four friends. Had heard some really good…read morethings... Ample parking in a strip mall. The layout is like a wide corridor, w counter / stools on one side and tables opposite side. Greeted and seated by Dana, who was very capable, checking on us regularly. I had my usual eggs over CBH w rye toast. The food was good, but two things stood out. First, only one piece of toast. Second, consensus of the group was that the food was not as hot as it should have been. The CBH and potatoes (for those that had them) were warm, not hot. For us, P on W was ok, but did not have a WOW factor. I may try again, but for lunch, not breakfast. 3.5 warm stars

Still lacking heart…read more It's been a while since I last tried this place. Having to loop back to all the previous spots, I really remember this place being very good and my rose-tinted glasses held on hope that maybe my experience from my last try was just a fluke. Server was nice, attentive and pleasant. Food came out after a short delay. Got my pics and took my bites. This last time was...lackluster. The egg was oily, the corned beef hash was bland and texture less. It very much reminded me of canned hash with some potatoes thrown in for good measure. And the hash brown potatoes were lightly seasoned and barely crispy. As a breakfast place, this is fine if you want a quantity of okay food. I'm not sure I will ever try them again, but I hope they improve at some point.

Had dinner with 3 others- all of our entrees and starters were delicious; escarole and bean soup…read morewell seasoned; recommend the giant pretzel- with antipasto type meats and cheese, salad greens; and tiny crunchy gherkin pickles. This was a really fun starter! Mussels were prepared as requested with red sauce; the salmon entree was perfectly grilled; the burrata with tomato salad, was served with tasty, well cooked but not dried out shrimp Also of note, Market Grill offers a price fixe meal on Sunday (and 2 other days) that includes a starter, main entree and a dessert - very reasonably priced. The graham cracker crunch ice cream was very delicious- try it!! The service by Matt was excellent - attentive and gracious. We also really liked that the manager personally came over to greet us and asked how we enjoyed our meals. Also Market Grille has cozy outdoor seating as well as indoor seating.

I went to Market Grille with my family this weekend, and we sat outdoors. Surprisingly, we had been…read morepassing by this place for years without realizing it was there since it is a little tucked away. It is a beautiful spot to catch a summer sunset and enjoy a meal. As someone who is gluten-free, I was really excited that they had gluten-free bread rolls. Honestly, the rolls were the highlight of my afternoon. I even took extra home because they were that good. I almost did not need anything else. I also tried the risotto and scallops, which were pretty good, and I ordered the New Bedford cod fra diavlo. It was okay. I was not expecting anything revolutionary, but it was solid. The table also had a few other appetizers, including calamari, clam chowder, truffle fries, and risotto fritters. Our server was amazing!! I would go back for the gluten-free rolls alone, and maybe next time I will try the chef flatbread.