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Peppercorns Grill, Hartford, CT

Peppercorns Grill

4.6 (2857)
$31 to $50
Italian
357 Main St., Hartford, CT 06106

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri 11:45 am–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Celestino (Dino) Cialfi
  • Catering
    We’ll cater from our menu or your request
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room with a contemporary Italian flair holds from 10-85. We offer several prix fixe menus to satisfy different tastes & price ranges prepared by chef/owner Dino Cialfi. Try some of our specialties all homemade such as seasonal ravioli, fettuccine, ossobuco, fresh fish & seafood
  • Neighborhood
    Hartford
  • Cross street
    Capital Ave
  • Parking details
    Free parking is available to the left of the restaurant from 12 pm until closing. Street parking is available at no after 5 pm. Free valet is also available in the evening.
  • Public transit
    Stop located across the street in front of restaurant
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Sip, Savor & Unwind: Happy Hour at Peppercorn’s!

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 4:15 PM - 7:00 PM
    Join us Tuesday–Friday, 4–7 PM for unbeatable drink specials and delicious bites. From $6 wines to $2 oysters, your perfect happy hour is waiting!

What 2,857 people are saying

Peppercorns Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hartford

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Peppercorns Grill in Hartford offers "best pastas," exceptional Italian cuisine, and a vibrant, authentic atmosphere. Known for "fantastic" food and "amazing" service, this restaurant is a favorite for date nights and pre-show dinners. Chef Dino's creative menu and friendly staff ensure a "great experience" every visit.
2,857 Reviews
  1. Dan VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great as always, service was slow. This is a fine restaurant. Just need to work in the service

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  2. Salvatore VIP

    Connecticut24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Peppercorns was outstanding! We’ve been to Peppercorns many times and are always impressed at the quality of cuisine. I highly recommend it.

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  3. Redon VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pastas in Hartford, you should check this place out!

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  4. Ira VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious as usual. The server helped us make excellent choices on what she thought we would like. It was spot on. All in all, truly a great experience

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  5. David

    New York City71 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing! Great attention to detail! We started with Clams Casino before we moved on to Lobster Ravioli and Gnocchi Bolognese, then ended with Crème Brûlée ❤️

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  6. Denise VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you haven’t been to Peppercorns it’s time you discover one of the finest authentic Italian restaurant . Whether you’re a lover of fine wine . Exquisite food , or simply seeking a place where every detail is crafted , this is a must visit !!!!

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  7. Megan VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We were so excited to host guests at what we thought was a Hartford staple but left feeling disappointed. The charcuterie and salads were fresh and had great flavor. Ravolli and pasta dishes very good. Service was lackluster at best, several times we needed to ask about beverages that had been ordered. The raspberry sorbet and crème brûlée were delicious. The restaurant was not crowded, surprising for a Saturday night with college graduations and a large convention. Thank you to the owner for the phone call and offer to dine again to have an improved experience.

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  8. Ira VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and the service is always amazing. This is our favorite date night place. We know it will always be a great experience

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  9. Ira VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Italian restaurant. The bartender was absolutely amazing. Top notch quality and creativity. The food here gets better and better. They have a very dedicated staff.

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  10. Denise VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Last night I was in for dinner with a colleague who has never been here before. From the moment we walked into Peppercorns we were greeted with a warm welcome by the Hostess Sofia. The restaurant has a charming authentic feel, and the decor is beautifully done. Our server, Jackie was exceptionally attentive and friendly. We started off with freshly made bread with oil. We shared the fried zucchini blossoms and meatballs. For dinner we had the Veal Osso Bucco and the orange sage butter ricotta and spinach stuffed raviolis. We also enjoyed the extensive wine list. Overall Peppercorns is an exceptional Italian restaurant, and we highly recommend it.

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FAQs

Peppercorns Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 547-1714.

Peppercorns Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 2857 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 8 times today
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357 Main St., Hartford, CT 06106

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Capital Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Hartford
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri 11:45 am–3:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free parking is available to the left of the restaurant from 12 pm until closing. Street parking is available at no after 5 pm. Free valet is also available in the evening.
  • Public transit
    Stop located across the street in front of restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Celestino (Dino) Cialfi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We’ll cater from our menu or your request
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room with a contemporary Italian flair holds from 10-85. We offer several prix fixe menus to satisfy different tastes & price ranges prepared by chef/owner Dino Cialfi. Try some of our specialties all homemade such as seasonal ravioli, fettuccine, ossobuco, fresh fish & seafood
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