Hartford, Hartford County, CT

Places to go in Hartford

28 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Arch Street Tavern

Food & Drink

Arch Street Tavern

Music venue for jazz & other genres, with hearty pub fare & beer in a lofty barnlike space.

85 Arch St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

At The Rooftop

Food & Drink

At The Rooftop

220 Albany Turnpike, Canton, CT 06019, USA

Aurora's Restaurant

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Aurora's Restaurant

399 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106, USA

Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue

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Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue

Local BBQ outpost serving smoked meats & sandwiches, plus comfort sides, in a low-key setting.

25 Front St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Black-Eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen & Bar

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Black-Eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen & Bar

Southern fare & BBQ in a hip, vibrant roadhouse with live blues, jazz & soul music.

350 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Boqueria West Hartford

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Boqueria West Hartford

46 S Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA

Carmine's Bar • Grill • Stage

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Carmine's Bar • Grill • Stage

Casual, unfussy outpost offering Italian standards such as pasta, entrees & desserts plus wine.

389 Main St, East Hartford, CT 06118, USA

Feng Chophouse

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Feng Chophouse

Upscale eatery offers creative sushi & a range of Southeast Asian cuisines in a sleek urban setting.

93 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Fire by Forge Restaurant

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Fire by Forge Restaurant

539 Broad St, Hartford, CT 06106, USA

Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre

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Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre

263 Main St, Wethersfield, CT 06109, USA

J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood Glastonbury

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J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood Glastonbury

Fine-dining-style establishment offering classic steakhouse fare, cocktails & a big menu of sides.

185 Glastonbury Blvd, Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA

J.René Coffee Roasters, LLC

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J.René Coffee Roasters, LLC

Hip coffee roaster serving artisanal espresso drinks & sweet/savory pastries in a rustic-chic space.

320 Park Rd, West Hartford, CT 06119, USA

Max Downtown

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Max Downtown

Upscale spot with prime cuts & seafood, extensive wine list, cocktails for expense account crowd.

185 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Paris Baguette

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Paris Baguette

1479 New Britain Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110, USA

Peppercorn's Grill

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Peppercorn's Grill

Italian restaurant & bar serving upscale cuisine in a warm, intimate space.

357 Main St, Hartford, CT 06106, USA

RaonJena Coffee & Dessert

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RaonJena Coffee & Dessert

39 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA

Rebel Dog Coffee Co. EAST HARTFORD

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Rebel Dog Coffee Co. EAST HARTFORD

361 Main St, East Hartford, CT 06118, USA

Red Rock Tavern

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Red Rock Tavern

Veteran, brick-lined hangout featuring late-night American grub & weekend brunch.

369 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106, USA

River: A Waterfront Restaurant and Bar

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River: A Waterfront Restaurant and Bar

Modern choice with upmarket steaks, seafood & pastas, plus a large riverfront deck & scenic views.

100 Great Meadow Rd, Wethersfield, CT 06109, USA

Rooftop 120

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Rooftop 120

Hip, year-round outdoor lounge with fire pits, small plates & cocktails, plus weekend live music.

120 Hebron Ave, Glastonbury, CT 06033, USA

Salute

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Salute

Trendy Italian restaurant with an upscale menu of pastas (gluten-free available) & grilled dishes.

100 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Sorella

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Sorella

Relaxed, upscale restaurant serving housemade pasta, brick-oven pizza & other Italian standards.

901 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Story and Soil Coffee

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Story and Soil Coffee

Cozy coffee shop serving drinks from locally roasted beans, plus small bites like avocado toast.

387 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06106, USA

The Brownstone

Food & Drink

The Brownstone

114 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA