Where to take visiting family in Meriden

Food & Drink

Moose's Burgers

Food & Drink

AJ's Oasis Cafe

Food & Drink

Klekolo World Coffee

Cozy, down-to-earth coffee shop with organic brews, pastries, local art & complimentary Wi-Fi.

Arts & Culture

Castle Craig

Expansive views are offered from this stone tower built in 1900 with an observation deck at the top.

Nightlife

Dawg House Bar & Grill

Plantsville

Lions Den Coffee Shop

Food & Drink

Huxley’s Bookmark Cafe

Food & Drink

Starbucks Coffee Company

Welcoming coffeehouse with handcrafted coffee, espresso & tea, plus breakfast, lunch & pastries.

Wallingford Center

7 Brew Coffee

Food & Drink

The Little Rendezvous

A century-old coal oven fires whole pizzas at this very cozy & rustic old nook. Cash only.

Food & Drink

Sans-Souci Restaurant

Italian fare in an old-school, white-tablecloth setting featuring a picture window with garden view.

Food & Drink

AmericanSoul Kitchen & Bar

Nightlife

Back Nine Tavern at Southington Country Club

Food & Drink

Taino Smokehouse Prime

Food & Drink

Lido's Restaurant & Pizzeria

Low-key eatery serving Italian favorites like pasta & pizza in Neapolitan or Sicilian style.

Food & Drink

Banana Brazil

Food & Drink

Wayback Burgers

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

Food & Drink

K LaMay's Steamed Cheeseburgers

Humble counter-serve spot known for custom-topped cheeseburgers, plus fries & onion rings.

Food & Drink

Violi's Restaurant

Wallingford Center

Yellow King Brews

Food & Drink

1741 Pub and Grill