Best Casual Restaurants in Hartford

22 restaurants available nearby

1. Feng Chophouse

4.6

Exceptional(1195)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 39 times today

Feng Chophouse is Downtown Hartford’s premier dining experience. Each time we set our table we invite you to join us for the refinement of fine dining and the flare of a modern casual environment. Our mission is to showcase our passion for service excellence. Whether at the bar, in the cocktail lounge, or any of our dining rooms our Team will delight in the opportunity to provide a full menu experience. We've assembled the most expertly trained Chefs both locally and abroad in order to make every dish at Feng Chophouse one worth remembering. At Feng Chophouse, we've worked tirelessly to find the perfect balance of flavors to satisfy any Guest, from the sushi novice to the most refined palate. Gather with friends and coworkers. Treat a client to lunch or dinner. Enjoy a special occasion with a special someone. However you need to use our space, you’ll find decor, amenities, & furnishings rivaling the most hospitable establishments. Eastern. Western. Downtown.

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2. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(142)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 19 times today

Contemporary, cool and inventive, it has been fashioned by legendary Connecticut restaurateur Richard Rosenthal and executive chef and partner, Chris Torla. Custom. Progressive cross-cultural dishes offer variations of familiar food from around the world. The menu features a collection of tasters, tapas, tequila as well as larger plates and entrées. A new focus on agave spirits has brought new excitement to the restaurant.

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3. Max Downtown - Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(186)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 38 times today

Located right in downtown Hartford since 1996, Max Downtown continues to add to all that the city has to offer with its legendary service, food and drink selection. Max Downtown has won a number of awards including Connecticut Magazine's Best for Overall Excellence, Hartford Magazine's Best Power Lunch Spot, Best for Business Entertaining and Best Wine List; has been featured in the Hartford Courant's Great Steaks: The State's Sizzling Best and was rated "Don't Miss" by the New York Times.With a significant list of vintage and non-vintage wines stored in-house, Max Downtown is excited to additionally offer its stunning wine mezzanine as a focal point. Our selection is bound to have the perfect accompaniment for your occasion whether it’s by the glass or by the bottle.If spirits are more your style, Max Downtown's whiskey bar features a broad selection of international bourbons, ryes, scotches and whiskeys crafted across the globe, from Kentucky to Japan.

4. Salt + Lime

4.4

Awesome(116)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Hartford

Booked 14 times today

Located on Park Road, Salt + Lime Mexican Cantina aims to bring the best Mexicancomfort food and a wonderful bar atmosphere. We look forward to serving you!

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5. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

4.8

Exceptional(10408)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Glastonbury

Booked 106 times today

J. Gilbert's is an "upscale casual" steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill. Guests enjoy various cuts of steak, fresh seafood (including award-winning crab cakes) & other house made favorites like the Maytag Blue potato chips & chocolate velvet cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy dinner for two or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. Reservations are highly recommended.

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6. The Capital Grille - Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(2626)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Hartford

Booked 66 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

7. Peppercorns Grill

4.6

Exceptional(2792)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hartford

Booked 11 times today

Peppercorn’s Grill is owned and operated by the Cialfi siblings, Sal and Dino, Brothers Sal and Dino purchased Peppercorn's Grill in 1989 and opened Piccolo Arancio in 1994. This generation of Cialfi's has added modern creativity and personality to traditional strengths of their Italian roots. Sal and Dino were trained in the art of Italian food at their uncle's restaurant in Rome. When the opportunity to open a restaurant arose, they jumped at the opportunity and opened the first Piccolo Arancio in Rome. Piccolo Arancio was internationally acclaimed within their first year. Now operated by their cousins, Piccolo Arancio remains near the Trevi Fountain in Rome. Peppercorn's Grill received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 10 years.

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8. Black-Eyed Sally's

4.3

Awesome(1382)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Hartford

Booked 35 times today

Come sink your teeth into our award winning Bar-b-que and Southern cooking served in an Urban Juke Joint atmosphere. Sally’s Slo-smoked Ribs, Beef Brisket, Po-Boys, Southern Fried Chicken, Blackened Catfish, Jambalaya, Louisiana Gumbo and more. The cool, funky decor emanates New Orleans charm. We are open for lunch and dinner Wednesday- Sunday. At Sally's we feed your mouth and your soul!We look forward to providing live entertainment in the near future. See you soon

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9. Tavern in the Square - West Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(308)

Price: Moderate

• American • Newington

Booked 64 times today

WE ARE YOUR neighbors.THIS IS YOUR tavern.Tavern in the Square West Hartford is a fun, exciting environment located in Corbins Corner. This location offers an open floor plan with a 60 seat bar. We feature 31 beers on draft, craft cocktails and delicious food created by our culinary team and executed in our scratch kitchen. Tavern West Hartford features a patio as well as a full open air environment when weather permits. If you are a sports fan, we have you covered with 23 TVs located throughout the restaurant. This is a phenomenal spot to celebrate a special occasion or just meet up with friends for an incredible dining experience

10. Union Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(769)

Price: Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 7 times today

Union Kitchen was nominated for Restaurant of the Year: Hartford County by the Connecticut Restaurant Association in 2023 and 2024. In a space that formerly housed a speakeasy, the ambitious restaurant combines New American cuisine with a world class beverage program.

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MaureenVIP
New York City •422 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful as always! Kassi provided warm, attentive, friendly service. The Chilean sea bass and all the steaks were done perfectly and were delicious! The ambience is terrific, We recommend everyone fine at the superb restaurant!
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Max Downtown - HartfordPrice: Very Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.7
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Eva
New York City •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had the beat salad and French onion pizza. OMG delicious!!! We went right for noon and it was busy but there did not seem to be many waiters so the service was a bit slow. But that gave us plenty of time to enjoy the food beverages and company.
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Trumbull Kitchen - HartfordPrice: Moderate• American• Hartford
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4.6
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Joyce
Connecticut •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food is always perfect! Truly appreciate having this restaurant in our town.
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Salt + LimePrice: Moderate• Mexican• West Hartford
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4.4
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Mary
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Bourbon salmon is fantastic ! Mashed potatoes and green beans made a perfect meal. Quiet and romantic atmosphere. Polite and attentive waitress. Go there and be spoiled.
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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyPrice: Expensive• Steak• Glastonbury
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4.8
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deborah
Greater Boston •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
It was our first time at this restaurant however, our family members had been there before and recommended it for Christmas Eve dinner. Perfect evening!! All of the staff treated us like family and were happy to have us there. tried several sushi and appetizers. The size of the maki rolls was unbelievable and the flavors outstanding. we had a picky eater among us and we were shocked at the things he tried and the things he liked from tartare, to foi gras and even bone marrow, so impressed. Cocktails were absolutely loved by everyone …. Thank you for making our Christmas Eve phenomenal… we’ll be back!
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Feng ChophousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Hartford
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4.6

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. Feng Chophouse

2. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

3. Max Downtown - Hartford

4. Salt + Lime

5. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

6. The Capital Grille - Hartford

7. Peppercorns Grill

8. Black-Eyed Sally's

9. Tavern in the Square - West Hartford

10. Union Kitchen

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