One of the finest meals we had on our trip. We went with our hosts to a local favorite of theirs…read more It was fairly close by and a stand alone restaurant that had been enlarged from just a pub years ago when it was established. Our hosts were regulars and the staff was familiar to them. The descriptions of all the highlights of the specials as well as the main menu items made them all sound delicious and I will attest, they certainly were. Their warm house baked breads with soft butter started us well. I took the prix fixe special of the night and I could not have been happier. The scallops were numerous, the specialty gazpacho so filling, I only ate half, the tagliatelle was perfect. The grilled artichokes are a fave for me. I gave the ice cream from my cinnamon roll a la mode to my husband so it worked out well for both of us. All of us loved our food and the experience. But we were so talkative, I never got pics of their meals or any of our drinks. My husband loved his beer, my cousin her wine, her husband his drink. I would certainly eat there again when in the area.

Service 10 Food 10…read moreDrink 10 Went tonight after a round of golf nearby and was not disappointed. Food and drink were excellent and the bartenders were super friendly and attentive. Will definitely recommend to others and will be back!

Can a restaurant be this good consistently? All the yes…read more I recently went back for a quick lunch and was floored by how good their pastas still are. I had the gnocchi with sausage and broccoli rabe and I wanted to eat it in mini bites to savor every morsel. It's just creamy and melt in mouth delicious. A little salty, a little savory, just a little slight bitter of the broccoli rabe that just works in the best way. Service was professional and attentive. Treva remains a standout in the Center and a must visit for anyone. Top tier.

Second time to Treva Saturday night. Always busy. All the restaurants are like this in West…read moreHartford but they pack you in so tight you can barely move. To the point where trying to get in to the table my purse knocked over a water glass and it smashed. I'm not large either. Anyway. First time here I felt my dish was much better. I had the Branzino and it was great. This time I had the fruitta de mare and the sauce was extremely bland. Dish felt dried out. Not enough variety of seafood either. Mostly mussels and calamari. Was presented in a weird dish too. I did not care for it at all. They gave me gnocchi for gluten free pasta. It was fine just sauce was bland as mentioned. My boyfriend loved his Orrechiete and it was very good. I will say from the mozzarella bar we had the burrata and the tomatoes were flavored beautifully and the bread also looked quite nice. Bf said it was great. Giving Treva a 4 for last time it was great and everything other than my entree this time was good.

my boyfriend and i went here for the first time on sunday, our server isabella really helped us go…read morethrough the menu and pick out some good choices! i got an iced latte which was so good & my boyfriend tried their cinnamon something latte?? he wasn't a fan it was too sweet for him so she went back and spruced it up for us and even put it in a togo cup for us! the food was great & all the staff is lovely and attentive, the manager taylor was very sweet as well going by to the tables and checking in. won't be our last time! thank you!!

Visited on Sunday and had a burger and an espresso martini, both were great. The espresso martini…read moremaybe had a little more ice than ideal, but honestly nothing that affected the experience. Special shoutout to Lorena (if I got the name right) for the great service. I was working on editing videos while there, and she was attentive while also giving me space when needed, which I really appreciated. Great food, great drinks, great service. I'll definitely be back.

My wife, daughter, and I visited on a busy Sunday morning and were lucky to score a table. Effie's…read moreis located in a neighborhood and away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Hartford. There is indoor/outdoor seating and there is ample street parking. My wife and I ordered the Cinnamon French Toast. I had it with Strawberries, blueberries, and a side of turkey sausage. My wife ordered a fresh fruit salad. My daughter ordered a egg white omelet with tomatoes, onions, spinach, and American cheese. It came with roasted potatoes. We each had a coffee. As coffee snobs, we all agreed the coffee was very good. The French toast was excellent. Cooked fresh and tasty. My French toast was smothered in fresh bananas and blueberries and my wife's fruit salad was fresh and nothing canned. My turkey sausage consisted on three small links that were tasty and maybe cooked a while ago. My daughter loved her omelet and all the veggies were fresh and not canned. The prices were very reasonable and the service was excellent and friendly. The bathrooms were clean. We would return if we lived in the area.

It was a beautiful day to sit outside and Effie's has plenty of space for outdoor dining. My Greek…read moreomelette was fresh and tasty. My friend and I split chocolate chip pancakes and they were a bit too dense for my liking. I will likely go for the French toast instead next time. Our server was lovely. The menu is extensive with lots to choose from.

BEAUTIFUL! inside and out love the atmosphere and the workers are so kind. would definitely…read morerecommend

Found Fire by Forge on yelp and saw that it had plenty of good reviews. Very easy to get to from my…read morehotel and loved that it had a parking lot. Sat very quickly at a window seat which I loved it gave me a chance to people watch. I ordered the dulce de leche latte iced with the bacon, egg and cheese sandwich. The latte was incredible. The sandwich was filling. Plenty of bacon and the bun was tasty. My waiter was great, very attentive and helpful. The decor was inviting and loved the variety of seating. The message of this place is wonderful.

"Nothing you could say could tear me away from my guy…read moreNothing you could do, 'cause I'm stuck like glue to my guy" (Mary Wells) We took a morning coffee break, and had a wonderful time chatting, relaxing, sipping our drinks, and enjoying the friendly, mellow, and very chill atmosphere at the Café by New England Coffee Guy. They have plenty of seating, some upholstered furniture and we saw a few Friday morning telecommuters working on their laptops and sipping their coffees. Our order was a Chai Latte and a Cold Brew - each was $5. The pours were very large, and I swear that my cold brew was the very best I've ever had. I love coffee, drinking it hot or cold, and what I had here is in my all-time Top Five Percent. It was that good. I had a sip of my wife's Chai Latte and thought it was excellent as well. What really impressed me were the flavors of both drinks- not overpowering, but strong enough to appreciate them. The Coffee Guy has it all - specialty coffees, matcha, chai, espresso drinks, and pastries and sweet treats to pair with your coffee cup. We couldn't resist grabbing a few on our way out, and we took home a box with a Spinach croissant, iced blueberry scone, and a cruffin (croissant/muffin hybrid). We loved our visit to the Coffee Guy, and I was so impressed by the total experience, I just subscribed to their newsletter. So the next time we're looking for a midday break or afternoon pick-me-up..... I know a guy!

I didn't even know this place was here until it was on the coffee crawl!…read more I opted in for the Mocha iced latte with cherry cold foam. It was probably one of the best coffees I have had. Not too sweet but not bitter either. We talked to the owner for a little bit and he was very nice and personable. We will be back in the summer with our dog to sit out on the patio.

Got a reservation at 5 for Monday night and we're the only customers here for the first 1/2 hour…read moreuntil a group of gal friends met at the bar and livened things up. Beautiful ambience, classy, quiet music in the background. Molly our server was friendly, attentive, and helped us especially with selecting our dessert. We ordered the old fashioned and Negroni from the happy hour menu to start with. They were so delicious that my husband went to talk to the bartender to find out how the particulars of how the Negroni was concocted. We ordered the baby gem Caesar salad and chicken katsu sandwich from the happy hour menu and the steak frites from the dinner menu which comes with skinny fries and arugula salad, Everything was well seasoned and delicious. To top it all off we shared a chocolate chip bread pudding (thanks for the recommendation, Molly!) Super happy with the whole dining experience. 5/5

Food: 4.4/5 Service: 4.5/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.5/5 Value: 3.5/5 Our server was named Berkeley and she was great. The shrimp and grits were the best version of this dish that I've ever had. And I've been to Husk in Charleston. The shrimp were so big and plump and favorable. The grits were creamy and the spice level was on point.

Best bagel sandwiches in the area. It is definitely my favorite spot for a bagel and they are…read morepretty fast with their service even if it is pretty busy.

I ordered a breakfast sandwich with bacon, egg & cheese on one of their wonderful bagels. Is very…read moreaffordable and was highly recommended by the locals. Unfortunately, I could hardly taste the bacon, all I tasted was grill. Make of that what you may.

A great spot for barre than brunch. A group of 12 of us…read morecame after a Pure Barre Pop Up in Blue Back Square. They were able to seat us quickly on a Sunday at noon without a reservation luckily. Extensive drink menu including mocktails. Lots of food options for everyone. Service was friendly and quick. We loved the way we were able to split the check ourselves by claiming for each item individually so no one got screwed. My only negative would be the price. It was almost $40 for my mocktail and avocado toast.

Amazing tapas both in West Hartford CT and in midtown Manhattan! Totally recommend…read more Nuff said.

I found this restaurant on TikTok and immediately knew I had to try it, so my friends and I made a…read morereservation for Sunday brunch at 12:30. When we arrived, parking was definitely a challenge. Once inside, there weren't many people indoors, although the outdoor patio had a decent crowd. We were told our reservation was for inside seating and that we couldn't be moved outside. However, a couple we had chatted with in the bathroom mentioned they didn't even have a reservation and were seated outside right away. That was a little frustrating. After speaking with the hostess, another host, Joanna (aka Jojo), stepped in and was incredibly kind and accommodating. She was able to get us seated outside, and we really appreciated her help. The outdoor ambiance is absolutely beautiful. It feels like a little garden oasis with sandy areas that give it a beachy vibe. It's such a relaxing, fun place to have brunch. The service was great. One server brought our drinks while our waitress took care of us, and they were both friendly, upbeat, and attentive. The food was good! I ordered the chicken sandwich with an egg on top. I was starving, so I devoured it, but I do remember the chicken being really well seasoned; our waitress even mentioned that beforehand, and she was right. The brunch special was also a great value. For around $29, you got your entrée plus a mimosa or Bellini, which I thought was well worth it. Despite the initial seating hiccup, I would definitely come back. The beautiful patio, friendly service, and good food made the experience worth it.

Located inside the Delamar Hotel, this place is clearly popular. We originally wanted drinks and…read moreappetizers at the bar, but it was packed, so we grabbed a table instead. There were several celebrations going on, which made the atmosphere lively and fun. The food was great -- I had the Steak Frites and we shared a cheese plate. The cocktails were well done, the service was excellent. The ambiance had a great energy to it.