The difference between a great restaurant (like Stone Row) and a good one is exquisite attention to every detail: the dicing of cold beets, the balanced glaze on chicken wings, the cocktail that surprises with its herbal hints while it pleases. read more

We usually love Stone Row! Usually great food and service. But tonight was a huge disappointment. They were out of burgers so hubby ended up with a grilled cheese sandwich, my monk fish was overcooked and the broccolini was tough. They were out of other choices . We waited a long time for drinks and food. The staff was clearly overwhelmed. We had a reservation and yet they ignored us and we waited. We won't rush back. read more

If you like your food cold come here. We where a party of 4 that came in for brunch. First the menu isn't bid maybe for like 6 items. Than the drinks were alright. When I ordered the American breakfast the home Fries came out cold and there was no flavor at all. Like a little salt and pepper and garlic salt can go a long way. We will not be returning. read more

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Amazing service and food! I loved the design of the outside and how it feels authentic, will definitely be visiting again in the future. read more

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Excellent. Food was awesome and filling. My husband and I were so pleased. We love good food and we're so happy to find a restaurant, near Coventry, that has exceptional taste. We will definitely be back! read more

Stone Row Kitchen + Bar - Seafood Near Me - Willimantic, Connecticut

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Never a bad experience but also not a standout. I would describe almost everything I have tried here as "fine." The ambiance is nice, and it always seems to be full but not crowded. There are some odd plating/prep choices - for example, the spinach and artichoke dip came with a large slice of cheese melted on top that could not be integrated with the dip, so we had to just peel it off. Nothing to write home about but also not bad. read more

The whole Storrs/Mansfield area is a culinary wasteland filled with bad pizza and buttered pasta for 12 year olds, but you can separate Cafemantic from the chaff. From cocktail list, to the bread, to the entrees, nothing is an afterthought. We had the mac and cheese, a burger, squash soup, bread, and several salads and everything was great. I'm glad to know there's somewhere with good food when I'm visiting this part of CT. read more

This was honestly the worst dining experience I have had in a long time. We ordered 6 oysters and they tasted like they were soaked in pure salt water. The white thing underneath the oysters are salt instead of ice which literally makes nooo sense. The sauce that comes on the side has no flavor but sour and super salty. The dish overall tastes like salt. I can tell the oysters are fresh tho but the flavor is uhhhh... We also had one smash burger and one petit filet. The filet comes with no sides but fortunately it tastes good. The burger was okay but definitely does not worth 30 dollars. Service was really horrible. I wouldn't complain with the mandatory 20% "gratuity charge" if the service was acceptable. I asked for some napkins and I didn't get any for the rest of the night. No one asked how we were enjoying the food nor how our service was. I guess when they charge the 20% gratuity automatically to the bill, your servers know they will be making a nice commission at the end of the night and stop caring about their jobs and customers. read more

Stone Row Kitchen + Bar - Seafood Near Me - Willimantic, Connecticut

We had the most amazing meal at Stone Row. Everything from the service, food and drink was perfect. We ordered just about everything on the menu so you can't go wrong. My friends and I strongly recommend dining here. So good we kind of don't want to share it too much, but this restaurant deserves to be known. Thanks for a great night out! read more

We stopped here for a brunch on Saturday, but unfortunately they didn't have a brunch menu or serve brunch on Saturdays. We liked the outdoor seating, and finished every last morsel of food. They don't have a non-dairy option for a cafe latte, so that was a minus there for me. And their "freshly squeezed orange juice" didn't really taste freshly squeezed, but given how great everything else was, I would still recommend this place. read more

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Genuinely the best food you can get in CT. Amazing atmosphere and amazing service! We got the the beets, pork belly, Mac and cheese, and salmon, and for dessert we got the creme brûlée, every dish was AMAZING!!!! Can't wait to go back! Even though tip is included, there is an option to Venmo your server extra if they were amazing (they always are). HIGHLY recommend:) read more

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Tonight we had their Friendsgiving prix fixe meal. It did not disappoint. Our meal started with warm focaccia with a whipped ricotta dipping spread. Next was a simple delicious market salad of tender greens, sliced apples, dried cranberries, walnuts and a tangy vinaigrette. This was followed by braised carrots, creamy dreamy mashed potatoes paired with an outstanding boeuf bourguignon. We ended the night splitting the creme brûlée and a German chocolate cake. An amazing meal as usual from Stone Row! read more

Main Street Willimantic is making a huge comeback and this restaurant is sure to help. It has such a cozy atmosphere with an open kitchen and a large bar area. The drinks were delicious! I had a blood orange margarita...yummmm...the food was also excellent. We enjoyed the burger, chicken thighs, Brussels sprouts, and carrots, as well as a couple desserts. My only complaints are 1. the size of the menu- I just wish there were a few more options and 2. As someone who is lactose intolerant, I'm always amazed that pricey establishments don't carry dairy free creamer...I'd like a coffee after dinner and can't have milk. read more

Formerly Cafemantic, Stone Row is my favorite fine-dining restaurant in the area, reminiscent of restaurants in hip foodie towns like Seattle, San Francisco, or New York. The small plates are really fun for groups who like to share and they are always very accommodating of dietary restrictions (although it doesn't hurt to call ahead). We have celebrated our anniversary the past 4 years at Cafemantic/Stone Row, and this year the owner, Andy, wrote a personal note of congratulations and included a complimentary little bottle of Prosecco to help us celebrate! It was a delightful surprise! Try their creme brûlée, pork belly or carrots! Or really anything, we've enjoyed everything we've ever tried. read more

Stone Row Kitchen + Bar - Mussels, BBQ carrots, steak, fingerling potatoes, Prosecco - Seafood Near Me - Willimantic, Connecticut

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I've been here many times and I'm never disappointed! Tonight we all split the sweet potatoes, mac and cheese, short rib ragu, Moroccan chicken, mussels, ice cream and espresso martinis! Overall everything was great. The ragu did not seem like a true ragu. It was more short rib over pasta and it needed more sauce. Espresso martini was great! (Highly recommend the whipped ricotta even though we did not have it this time!) read more

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LOVELY RESTAURANT - a treasure in Willimantic. Perfect for a celebration or special night out - delicious food & great waitstaff. HIGHLY RECOMMEND ! read more

10/10 food was amazing - chef was a magician in the kitchen & pretty handsome too. I also loved the Shirley temple mocktail!

It has been a long time and apparently there have been a lot of changes (all good though), so this deserves a serious update. Cafemantic is still just as cute and wonderful inside, but now they serve dinner. Their dishes are tapas-style and they are just amazing. By recommendation we ordered the whipped ricotta. Mmmm...so lovely and surprisingly light spread on some bread. We also ordered the beets and the bacon wrapped dates. The second go round we moved from the snacks to the larger plates. We ordered the amazing risotto which was covered in slices of white truffle. Up until then I had never even seen a truffle, unless you count the microscopic black specks you usually get on "truffle dishes." We were all in complete awe. The unicorn of foods and we got to touch it...with our tongues. They do tell you on the menu that you can choose your level of truffle. There is no reason not to order the ridiculous level, which results in a pile of slices covering your delicious risotto. If you order anything but ridiculous you do not like truffles, so why are you ordering it in the first place?! Anyway, I was super impressed because I have never seen that much truffle. It was absolutely fantastic too. Not overpowering like the fries, etc. you get that clearly use the oil, which is usually full of flavors trying their hardest to impersonate truffles. Along with this dish of heaven we also ordered the duck, the gnocchi, and these amazing Brussels sprouts which were actually sauteed with fish sauce. Although simple sounding in concept, anyone who has cooked with fish sauce knows it can be a wild card and there is a fine balance with its usage. The sprouts were perfect though. You knew it was there, but someone who did not know what it was would not have pinpointed the fish immediately. We finished off with creme brulee and a citrus cake with coconut sorbet for dessert. For 4 of us the basic winning formula was: 4 snack plates + 4 larger plates + 3 desserts + 4 cappuccinos = happiness. There were also some beers, wine, and a few cocktails. They have a decent little selection of wines and beers to choose from and a few house cocktails. I had a Moscow pony which was vodka, ginger beer, and apple cider. In addition to all of this, the staff was just excellent. Everyone was so nice and the service first rate. I am so upset and jealous this was not here 7+ years ago when I was still in the area (or at least in this newest form). Then again, I probably would have run myself into debt eating out here all time. Anyway, everything here was great and the experience all around was wonderful. I highly recommend! read more

Stone Row Kitchen + Bar - Like smelling a unicorn - Seafood Near Me - Willimantic, Connecticut

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Stopped here while dropping my daughter off at Eastern. Ate Sunday brunch and our food was on point. My kids loved the pancakes with sausage. My wife and daughter had the breakfast sandwich with a crispy, McDonald's style hash brown inside. The staff was friendly and helpful. The decor was memorable and reminded me of a place where college professors might spend time. A must stop while visiting Eastern. read more

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My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed dinner here on a Friday night. The server was great and the food was phenomenal. The place was dimly lit and quiet it was overall one of the best restaurant experiences we've had yet. I would highly recommend this place. read more

The establishment is such a gem in willimantic. local, and amazing flavor. The food is very elevated like your in NY or LA

Cafemantic is a delight and wonderful surprise. I don't usually make my way to Willimantic too often but this place might just be a great excuse to go more. It is a nice, and I'm sure very welcome, addition to the area. The ambience is very cozy and perfect for a chilly night. My friends and I decided to order a variety of plates to share consisting of the whipped ricotta, bacon wrapped dates, scallops, chicken, mac & cheese, and the gnocchi. For the most part everything was delicious, especially the scallops and chicken dish. Sooooo yummy. But I personally would skip the gnocchi next time as the consistency just wasn't that good. We finished off the meal with a tasty creme brûlée and chocolate soufflé. Our server, while attentive, was just a little awkward and didn't seem to know how to interact with people that well. Overall though it was a very pleasant experience and I can't wait to come back for another meal! read more

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A great restaurant that I have been to several times. The food comes in small plates so be prepared to order several and spend a decent amount of money. Because of the format it's good to visit with friends. The atmosphere is nice, cozy with a little view of the kitchen. Water is served in mason jars giving things a hipsteresque vibe. Food comes out as it is ready, so eating family style is almost a must The food is awesome. While sometimes I have commented that things could is a little more salt or pepper, it is all consistently delicious and high quality. The portions do vary in size, so it's hard to know how many plates to order. You may find yourself ordering more as the night progresses. Sometimes, I have seen the menu look somewhat sparse door vegetarians Drinks (both cocktails, beer, and coffee) are tasty and their is a good selection read more

Can't stop going here...lunch and had the Lamb Meatballs [on both lunch and dinner menu] and another time the Cobb Salad [that egg is the best]...back again for a Fathers' Day brunch with a table of eight with perfect service. Had the Croque Madame and it was better than the one I had had the week before in Paris! read more

Good service, very overstimulating. Food was horrible, ambience was ok, very open which made it even more overwhelming.

Very considerate service but I found the food very high priced for the quality. It's all a bit precious. Kids would likely find nothing attractive on the menu. read more

Wow! We don't live in the area of Willimantic, but were visiting friends nearby who made a reservation at this restaurant. We moved here from Los Angeles in 2013 and have frequented several restaurants. This one knocks it out of the park! Everything from the appetizers to the entree and the wine were fantastic! I cannot wait to go back. The molé is out this world. Do not miss this place. It is well worth it. read more

This ONLY applies to the drinks, you apparently can not get a mock-tail here bc they don't have the right ingredients. Jayden is missed!!

New to the area & it was a Sunday birthday brunch with the family (wife along with 3yo and 3wo sons). Had heard great things about this place and it did not disappoint. Eggs Benedict for the wife looked and tasted awesome. I opted for the steak and egg which was delicious. The home fries or whatever they call them were great too. My son had a few scrambled eggs and toast to go with a glass of chocolate milk. Patio area looked cool but we chose to sit inside. Take note: due to CT law, no booze til 11am on Sunday so plan accordingly. Wife was looking forward to a mimosa. Again, CT law, no knock on Cafémantic. GO HERE!! We even convinced friends to lunch there after we stopped by their house after brunch. They got some snacks from the menu and eggs Benedict as well. Loved it! read more

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Went there for birthday dinner and loved it soo much. Definitely a contender for best restaurant in the area if not the best. Everything there is fresh and so tasty. read more

Giving this three stars because they got rid of their coffee menu which was one of the best things about this restaurant, so it is a bummer. however the food is great the interior is beautiful and the staff is lovely. read more

Stone Row Kitchen + Bar - Seafood Near Me - Willimantic, Connecticut

My family and I hadn't been here since 2019 (we loved it then too) and it certainly did not disappoint! We got the ricotta appetizer and the cheese tasted just like a whipped butter with a hint of olive oil and lemon. My family and I all got different dishes, but all of us cleaned our plates because the food was so good. I got the roasted chicken thighs which was bursting with flavor. I also love that they use fresh, locally sourced ingredients, it makes a huge difference in the finished product. read more

Sooooo much love for this place For starters, this place a hipster's dream (though they'd never admit it). The design of everything looks like it came from Pinterest and the waitstaff is so cool it's almost intimidating. Came in on a Sunday around 1 with no reservation for a late Brunch, and got a table immediately. Coffee was delicious. Sticky buns were uhmazing. We split the small and both hardly finished one -- there's a LOT of sugar. I got the white bean hummus dip with the intention of trying the 5 cheese macaroni and cheese but didn't get anywhere close to finishing the hummus. It probably could have fed 6. Staff was perfect. Our waitress was SOOO nice. lll be coming back for sure. read more

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I had the pleasure of attending CT's Mac & Cheese competition at the Coventry Farmers Market in the fall, and I've meaning to take a trip to the winning restaurant ever since! We went on a Friday night, and although it was packed, only had to wait about 10 minutes for a table. The hostess and servers were all very friendly and enthusiastic! We sat down and ordered some drinks - the mojito caught my eye because I wasn't in the mood for just beer or wine. I have to say, this is the only thing that I was actually disappointed with our whole night. The mojito tasted very watered down and had little to no flavor whatsoever, and came in a champagne glass - not my idea of a mojito, especially not for $10. My advice, stick to the wine and beer selection, mixology is not their strong suit, even if the specialty cocktails might look appealing. But THE FOOD. Out of this world amazing! We ended up ordering 3 small plates - the mussels, meatballs, and of course the Mac and cheese. We were a bit concerned before we received the food whether or not the portions would be large enough to fill us for dinner - and they definitely were! Out came a steaming HEAPING bowl of delicious mussels with chorizo in a yummy Dijon wine sauce. If you get this, don't let them take away the bowl with all that yummy broth! Use that homemade bread and soak it all up! The meatballs were so moist and delicious, there aren't many words, I'll just let you salivate over the picture. And of course we already knew the Mac n cheese was a hit. We ended our meal with an espresso - probably the best I've had in a while. Can't wait to go back for lunch and try their sandwiches! read more

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So good. My girlfriend and I both had the best meal we'd ever had. The main plates and small plates were both fantastic. Everything had amazing flavor and the experience was awesome. I would recommend to anyone, thanks to everyone at stone row. read more

I wanted to love it but everything was lacking in flavor, I ordered takeout for one of their noodle nights, good noodles but the broth was missing something, meat in it was inedible, I have eaten in in the past when they were under the cafemantic name and food was good, I will most likely try again read more

Had a bad experience with the service. Our order was lost in the kitchen and we sat for over an hour while others who arrived after us were served their dinner. We asked and they realized someone made a mistake and said it would be another 30 minutes, we left. read more

I'm in town a few days each month and always make it a point to come here. The breakfast and coffee were always great, but the dinner menu is even better. Andy has put together a truly eclectic menu and it's all very well-prepared and flavorful. I appreciate the emphasis on fresh, local ingredients. I or a dining companion nearly always get the sweet and spicy Thai cucumber salad to start. We've had almost every item on the menu and never have been disappointed, I think because the kitchen is not afraid of flavor. The star last month was the kale and bacon with fingerling potatoes, cheese and a fried egg. The unusual garlic bread and sweet, creamy house-made ricotta made great starters. If anything was ordinary, it was the Maine crab cake. The new outdoor terrace is a great addition, although getting to it down steep stairs may not be for everyone. read more

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Nice hipster spot. Very accommodating and delicious cocktail menu along with a modern food menu. Will return soon!

It was a Sunday morning, and I decided to take a short drive out to Willimantic, to try out the brunch at Cafemantic. My partner in crime wasn't up for the trip, so I packed up my son and picked up my parents. Let me start by saying, that the food here is amazing, and the staff equally so. The restaurant was decorated nicely and it was very clean. The only negative was, while being seated, I was told that they didn't have a highchair for my son. The waiter brought us some pillows to "boost" him. We tried to use them, but it just didn't work out for us. The pillows were sliding around under him, hardly safe. We took turns keeping the little guy busy, so that we were able to eat. Reading the menu, I got very excited about ordering. Unfortunately, the limited selection left very few options for my mom and dad to choose from. My mom is a vegetarian and my dad doesn't eat eggs. I know, not the norm. We started with Homemade Ricotta and Blistered Peppers. Wonderful by themselves, even better together. The creamy Ricotta is prepared with herbs and olive oil (and I believe a hint of lemon), and served with bread for spreading. Fun to share, but I could have devoured it all on my own! I went simple, with the egg sandwich with bacon. The bacon was a large and tasty piece of meat! My parents both had the Home Fries and mom added the Cucumber Salad and Mixed Greens. We all left full and happy. We will definitely be returning (with a booster seat). read more