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    Sharon Valley Tavern

    4.1 (14 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    BUSINESS CLOSED. Drove over an hour...
    Lynn S.

    We drove over an hour to get there only to find out that the business is closed and has been. Page should be updated.

    This place exists
    Andrzrej K.

    I have visited each of Connecticut's 169 towns, and never, EVER, did I come across anything with any resemblance to the Valley Tavern. More likely to be found in the North Woods of Maine or the Upper Peninsula than Connecticut, this old house with an old bar has been serving up since the Sharon Valley Iron Furnace served up Ore. Well, actually it used to be the office for the Iron Company, but Im sure people be gettin drunk while using that abacus! Its a miracle that places like this still exist. Wood floor, dog running around, hours on the door state "3 PM or whenever Ill get there soon I promise!" The blonde gal bartender was efficient and made her rounds, collecting jukebox money and matching what she collected with her own money. "Its oneadem fancy jukeboxes, its two credits for the good stuff"- said a flannel non-hipster, very non-hipster Sharonite. I like the old stuff, country stuff, and soon blared an obscure Lynyrd Skynyrd song off of the "Nuthin' Special" release. "you wanna nother one"? she asked, Nah, just one and run, gotta Make it to Sheffield in 40 minutes. Be back though.

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    Great place! Friendly, lots of food & drink options, cozy old feel to the place. Can't wait to go back for the music!

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    A fun and unique bar with a small town feel and great people calling the shots! Give Jess a visit!

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    The Egremont Barn

    The Egremont Barn

    4.2(33 reviews)
    19.7 mi
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    A Community Venue Changed…read more The Egremont Barn, now operating as Buttonball Barn, was once a cornerstone of local music and community gathering. Because of our long-standing connection to the space, my husband and I chose it for our wedding celebration, placing our deposit with the previous owners, who were professional and supportive throughout the process. After the property changed ownership, we still proceeded with our event in October. This celebration held particular significance, as my father was seriously ill at the time, and we were grateful he was able to attend. Unfortunately, our experience with the new ownership raised serious concerns about professionalism, transparency, and respect for both clients and staff. On the day of the event, the owner attempted to impose additional charges not outlined in our contract. This included a demand for a $500 fee for using a room to get ready--a space she had explicitly told me I could use earlier in the day, noting it was acceptable despite the building being under construction. While I was getting ready, she entered the room while my mother and a family friend were assisting me and removed a rug from beneath them, stating that I "wasn't supposed to use the room all day." I chose not to address this at the time in order to preserve the tone of the day. Throughout the event, the owner was also openly drinking at the open bar, which had been paid for by my father. As the night concluded, she insisted that I personally break down the entire venue either immediately or first thing the following morning--despite knowing I had family visiting--or I would be charged for a cleaning crew. This expectation had not been communicated beforehand and was not included in the contract. When I suggested discussing it the next day, she continued to press the issue and confronted my husband, who attempted to redirect the conversation. To avoid further escalation, my friends and I cleaned the venue that night--while I was still in my wedding dress. She later stated that she would retain space heaters I had purchased in exchange for waiving the disputed room fee. When I noted that none of these charges or arrangements were contractually agreed upon, she responded, "I'm expensive, and I'm not in the contract either, honey," in reference to her being casted on The Real Housewives of New York City. Additionally, her conduct toward long-standing staff members--many of whom had supported the venue for years--was concerning and contributed to an atmosphere that felt transactional rather than community-centered. Some of those staff members have since left the venue. What was most troubling was the timing and context. The attempts to extract additional money occurred at the end of a wedding celebration involving a seriously ill parent, placing unnecessary stress on a family during an already significant moment. The Egremont Barn once represented collaboration, music, and mutual respect. Under its current ownership, that spirit appears to have shifted toward aesthetics and revenue at the expense of community and care. I encourage readers to proceed with caution, ask detailed questions, and ensure all expectations are clearly documented in writing before booking events there.

    Unique, fun, friendly staff great music and great drinks - what else could you want…read moreWill join the Griswold in Essex, CT as a favorite Inn and tavern

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    Willa

    4.8(19 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    Great atmosphere. All the staff were competent friendly and kind. Great cocktails and drinks. My…read morewife and I shared the focaccia starter. It was slightly on the crisp side (unintentional I'm sure) but had great flavor. It was served with some homemade basil infused ricotta and fresh cherry tomatoes. A wonderful treat for the tastebuds but the ratio of cheese to focaccia was off and we ended up eating the last third of the bread dry. Even dry it was great. My wife had the chicken pasta dish and I had the Kinderhook smash burger. This was one of the best burgers I've ever eaten. Fresh beef, fresh toasted sesame bun, fresh arugula and a most wonderful burger sauce that made every bite a joy. My wife raved about the pasta and the bite (or two) she shared with me was fantastic. She tried a bite of my burger and she too felt it was one of the best she's had also.

    As a three-decade resident of the village, originally I wondered whether Willa had set its price…read morebar too high. The over two years I tasted most of everything the remarkable kitchen produced, and kept coming back because of really carefully exquisite dishes (have the pepperdelle and the kake caesar and the world-class-and-then-some fries,) but also irare to the newest breed of "Hudson Valley Hip" place) with the rare sense that says, "We honestly really do care, and yes, incidentally, we are very good at what we do."

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    Audacity British Style Pub - Bramble On Rose

    Audacity British Style Pub

    4.1(103 reviews)
    50.6 mi
    $$

    Still really good food…read more Returned to this location to see if they were still doing well. Got a full English breakfast special, minus the blood sausage. Also ordered a mocktail of a basil lemonade. The drink was not too sweet and the basil added a tiny touch of herby savoryness which was a nice accent flavor. The full English breakfast was cooked well, good quality ingredients and each element was seasoned appropriately. I could only make a small dent in the dish before sending it back satisfied. The server was friendly, but I threw them off with my quirky behavior. Lead to a little slower service and multiple requests for some items. Nothing against the establishment, just something that happened during my visit. Still a strong recommendation for Main Street, and worth a trek to try.

    I'm back! I love this place! It's quiet here ) it's only a Tuesday) but we're late (arrived at 9:15…read morePM). There is no shortage of decor here! I like the huge carafe of ice water and the spicy potato chips! For my first drink, I'm having a Negroni. A negroni is an Italian cocktail, made of equal parts gin, vermouth rosso (red, semi-sweet), and Campari, generally served with ice, and commonly garnished with an orange slice or orange peel. It is considered an apéritif. They also have an Obi Wan Negroni made with Cold Brew Infused Campari instead. For my first food item, I'm having the Cream of Mushroom soup with chicken. Cream of mushroom soup is a simple type of soup where a basic roux is thinned with creamor milk and then mushrooms or mushroom brothare added. This is delicious! It's nice and hot with a lot of shredded chicken. For my entree, I'm having the Brussels Sprout Salad made with shaved Brussels sprouts, spring mix, bacon, pomegranate drizzle, silvered almonds, shaved Parmesan and lemon vinaigrette dressing. Look at the height of this! This tastes great! I am also having a side of mushy peas. Mushy peas are a traditional British side dish of marrowfat peas that are cooked until soft and mashed into a mush. The dish is especially popular in Northern England and the Midlands, and often eaten with fish and chips or served as part of "pie and peas". Here's a quick overview of mushy peas: Ingredients** Traditionally made with dried marrowfat peas, but can be substituted with frozen peas or green split peas. I love this! It's nice and hot.,What a rare treat! This is hard to find anywhere! I'm also having a side of cold slaw. Coleslaw, or "slaw" in North America, is a side dish of shredded cabbage with a vinaigrette or mayo-based dressing. The word "coleslaw" comes from the Dutch term koolsla, meaning "cabbage salad". Recipes vary by region and can include additional ingredients like carrots, apples, raisins, or celery. Coleslaw originated in the Netherlands in the 18th century, but references to similar cabbage salads appear in ancient Greek and Roman medical texts. This is the best! Nice, thick dressing! For my last drink, I'm having a Godfather. The Godfather is a sweet and strong cocktail that blends Scotch whisky and amaretto liqueur. It's typically served in an old-fashioned glass over ice and can be garnished with an orange twist. The drink became popular in the 1970s disco scene and is named after the 1972 film starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino. Some say bartender Joe Scialom created the Godfather to capture the movie's spirit. This is done just right! Good job! What a great meal here!

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    Complimentary crisps

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    Happy hour sweet potato tots...good deal

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