Food, almost very good. Soggy burger bun. Waitress , Nina,…read morewas odd- curt, not listening. Ambience- interesting enough inside, but dumb music meant for the young ones -despite the average age of us who were eating as customers.

I dropped in, and to my pleasant SURPRISE, a beautiful renovation was underway! The space is open,…read morewith high ceilings, an airy feel, and a modern aesthetic. It's FIRE!!! (as the kids say) It was crowded despite being early evening. The only available seats were at the bar area near the windows, which was fine because we were determined to experience the "new" place. We ordered the tuna tartare and lobstah rolls. The accompanying chips are homemade (slightly salty, but my taste buds are really close together). The host was attentive and gave us the royal treatment. We put this gem back on rotation and we are definitely returning!!!

While the local food seen in Branford is somewhat lacking Pearl stands out and really shines..well…read morelike a Pearl! The ambience, service and meals were unexpectedly amazing. Much thought was given to each dish and the chef provided big city vibes and tastes to each. Don't miss the cocktails which were delicious and priced so reasonably. This is now our newest go to restaurant in Branford! Reserve the window seat for 4-6 if you can!

Small portion for the price for the southwest bowl. The food didn't have enough seasoning, the…read moreburgers were bland. There was a very rowdy group and the entire place had to listen to them yell, and while that doesn't have anything to do with the restaurant itself, a manager or someone should have asked them to be more conscious of others. We came for Mother's Day with a reservation at 1:00 and didn't get food until 2:20. We had to ask for water refills, and no one came to apologize or let us know the kitchen was running behind. There must have been one cook for the whole restaurant. Unfortunately I would not recommend, the food quality didn't make up for the poor service. Three groups left before getting their food as a result.

My son let me know this restaurant serves Arethusa Farms ice cream, which is heaven on earth!…read moreImmediately, my husband and I were triggered with heightened curiosity. We visited Arethusa Farms years ago, and we felt like pioneers discovering gold. I digress. I loved our experience at Le Mazet. The food is scrumptious and although the environ is cozy and has an inviting feel of a warm country cottage, the refined service is on par with the legendary Four Seasons Restaurant in NYC (not to be mistaken for the hotel flag). Chef's kiss to Jared and his inimitable staff!

A friend and I met for brunch at le mazet recently and it was a pleasure, from start to finish…read more I had emailed the business in advance for clarification on the brunch menu and received a prompt, friendly response. I made a reservation for our visit and was seated promptly at a beautiful table near the front door. The entire dining area is gorgeous--so much attention to detail. Service throughout our meal was attentive and friendly. I had the boeuf bourguignon and it was so tender and seasoned perfectly. I also had the bread service, featuring sourdough from Small State Provisions--the perfect accompaniment to this hearty stew. We both drank Le Poney Roses, which were balanced and beautiful--a fabulous mocktail that really embodies the spirit of a cocktail. We weren't rushed at all and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I will be back for more!

A true hidden gem that is absolutely stunning to visit…read more A wonderful kind staff that makes you feel special with drinks that always hit the spot and are delicious! (& well-priced!!) What a beautiful location with views that just continue. Great for family/kids or just a special date night! You can bring your own food or have some of their little treats! You definitely need to visit this spot if you haven't already!!

This is a perfect place to spend a slow, summer afternoon! The grounds are big enough to spend time…read moreexploring and sitting outside while catching up over a bottle of wine. The wine is really good, and I enjoy that they are not quite organized by traditional wine types. They are instead uniquely named, but the bartender can definitely point you in the right direction if you prefer a specific type of wine!

A unique small winery with delectable fruity wines. The flight of wine wasn't as pungent as…read morecertain white of red wines and didn't seem to have a high alcohol content (only my opinion and I loved the lightness), BUT they were very refreshing and fruity with their locally sourced fruits. We enjoyed the scenery along with some snacks, and enjoyed watching the cute chickens wander in their glory. Dog friendly

Cute winery with good wine. Beautiful scenery here! They are also dog friendly too which is great!read more

This was my first time here and I was delighted to speak with Derick, the owner about the business…read more He was proud to share that their five year anniversary is coming up this fall. The space is nicely decorated and has a comfortable vibe. There is a bar and tables. Looks like a great spot for a romantic sip. We indulged with a flight of wine which you can have one, two or three selections and a charcuterie board to go along with the wine. All the selections (food and wine) are flexible so everyone should be happy! Definitely looking forward to a return trip.

Intimate surroundings for a largely female clientele. Charcuterie selections are excellent. Many…read morevaried wine choices although a bit expensive for the size of pour. Good for an occasional treat but pricy overall.

What a cool eclectic place! I LOVED everyone that worked there, the wine selection, the atmosphere-…read morecoole retro couches and chairs -- even a working fireplace Really such a great place to gather with friend your can honestly feel like you are at a home but with new fun people

Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday and it was a unique spot. I liked the idea of it being a…read moreplace to socialize and being able to bring or order food from other establishments as well. You can bring games and really enjoy the night gathered with friends. We had lots of fun and would definitely go back.

Great place. Family friendly, great date night place or just t go out for drinks with friends…read more Professionally run, 2nd in the chain. Food is always great. Quality ingredients. Consistency and prices are very good. I have not seen a huge price increase in past 15 years. Volume and return regulars must be the secret. The owners are great and after you meet the team that works at either location your like Family. Great menu and they even accommodate custom requests. I absolutely love and Salute the place One plus, the parking is good.

Visited for the first time - I honestly never knew it was here! - and enjoyed our meals, with a few…read moresurprises. No complimentary bread for the table? No pizza? No side salad or anything included with pasta dishes? Hmm. That said, it was all tasty. The chicken parmigiana was huge, and the homemade meatballs in the "Sunday Dinner" were big and flavorful. The chicken alla bella was good and I liked the cream sauce with spinach and mushrooms, but gave away most of my pancetta. I had enough left over for lunch the next day. For dessert we split the limoncello cake, which was moist and fluffy without being too sweet. Our server, Robin, provided excellent service with a smile.

Everything is always fantastic. Can't recommend their food and drinks enough. Staff is also greatread more

Food quality / price (value) rating 9.5. The atmosphere is cozy and dark. I would classify this…read moreplace as a rare "hidden gem". They have a dining room that seats about 50, and a bar that seats around eight. They also have a very cute outdoor seating area covered by a large awning. The menu is Continental cuisine leaning toward Italian, and is very well balanced where everyone should he able to find a satisfying meal. Our experience began with a couple of very unique "East Side Martinis", vodka, cucumber, muddled mint and lime.....so good I had to have a second one! We were then treated (gratis) to the absolutely best bruschetta I've ever eaten.....loaded with chopped tomato, onion, and garlic. Fantastico! For an entree I had the Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin Medallions with mashed potatoes and braised cabbage. A perfect melding of complimentary flavors. This restaurant clearly has no issues with making very flavorful choices when it comes to spices and accents. The wife had the Chicken Special with fettuccine and lemon butter white wine sauce that was also very flavorful and excellent. Everything was so good that we had to get dessert, a slice of Almond Joy pie to go. The owner, Sue, a baker / chef, is typically in attendance, and has heen running the restaurant for ten years now. Our server, Jen, was attentive and experienced. They have a Happy Hour on Monday through Friday 3 to 6 pm. I'd highly recommend this place for everyone! UPDATE: Ate the Almond Joy pie the next day. The crushed almond & chocolate crust was incredible, and the chocolate glazed coconut was delicious.

Friendly staff, excellent brews, and pizza and pretzels made in a brick oven that are amazing…read more Great flavor combinations. They work very well with the local community and host the local community foundation's Giving Brewsday every year on Giving Tuesday right after Thanksgiving.

5 Churches is a brewery in the downtown New Britain area. It's located in an industrial looking…read morebrick building, but when you climb the stairs to the main tap room, you'll see high ceilings and lots of cool wood. A gorgeous space. 5 Churches also has a pizza oven, although I haven't tried their food. When I visited, I ordered a 4 beer flight with an American style IPA, an Imperial IPA, a Das Froot Blueberry Pancake Sour, and a Mashacre Imperial Stout. The Blieberry Pancake as a sour was well executed and tasty. Great color, density and mouthfeel too. The other beers were accurately described and pretty good. Would definitely return to check out more beer. 4 Stars