One of the top restaurants in the area, Sal e Pepe (which means Salt & Pepper in Italian) is as attractive a place to dine as owner Angelo Marini and his staff are warm and welcoming. Guests love the fresh flowers and the unique pairs of salt and pepper shakers at each table. The restaurant always features a list of intriguing specials. Sal e Pepe is especially well known for its sumptuous housemade fresh pastas, but tasty soups, imaginative salads, and entrees like pork chop Milanese, roasted salmon with balsamic glaze and vitello al Gorgonzola add up to fine Italian dining with contemporary American touches. You won't want to miss dessert, either. Even the bread and dip served are terrific. And in warm weather, guests can enjoy al fresco dining on the handsome enclosed porch.

Hand crafted creative Italian food, unlike anything at all in the area and far beyond.

We bring you friendly attentive service, a great wine selection, and food made from fresh local ingredients daily. We craft everything by hand including our bread, all our pastas, and our REAL gelato.

Join us for an evening you will not soon forget, have a drink during our happy hour at our beautiful 12 seat striped mahogany bar, or relax by our gorgeous water fountain on our 40 seat patio, set off the road with a beautiful view of the Avon mountains.

We look forward to seeing you soon!
David, Adam, and Momma

The center of Italian life can be found at La Tavola. The Table.

Here family and friends share food, stories, dreams and ideas. Here, life comes together around dishes both familiar and satisfying. It is the place where memories are made and lives are shaped. To paraphrase a popular slogan, “what happens at La Tavola, stays with us forever.”

At the heart of this restaurant is a passion for fresh local ingredients, classic offerings that honor a proud Italian heritage with a distinctive approach and the promise of real dining value. In December 2008, Connecticut Magazine, voted La Tavola "Best New Restaurant", New Haven County and Statewide.

Lunch Monday - Saturday 11am to 3pm; Dinner Monday - Saturday 5pm to 10pm.

Full service bar, wine cellar, private parties, catering, outdoor patio.

While world-famous white-clam pizza is the standout at this Wooster Street landmark, many other varieties are also worth the often long wait. Beer and wine only.

The authentic Santa Fe cuisine on which Geronimo focuses is rooted in the traditional foods of the Apache and Navajo peoples, with some Spanish and Anglo-Saxon influences.

The bar, one of the largest and certainly the most unique in New Haven, offers nearly 100 types of tequila in addition to an extensive wine list and myriad top-shelf liquors. In winter, the expansive dining room, framed in slate and walnut complete with a leather wall, is warmed by an adobe fireplace (traditionally called a kiva). In the warmer months, the glass paneled wall, which offers a year-round view of Crown Street, opens up onto the largest patio bar and dining area in the region.

While many modern eateries tout "fusion" fare, Geronimo is 100% Southwestern, arguably the original fusion cuisine. The restaurant is named for the infamous Apache rebel whose current resting place, many believe, is New Haven. Geronimo's only request, when he finally surrendered to American authorities, was that upon his death his bones be returned to his homeland. If Geronimo's skull has, in fact, been brought even farther from his home to reside deep within a society of secrecy in our hometown, then at least we could bring a little flavor from his home to ours.

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In your choice of three very special settings... our radiant, water side deck... our charming, private inn...our romantic, grand ballroom. Won't you please let us know how our forty years of catering the finest wedding can make your a perfect experience.

An American brasserie, Bar Americain celebrates the foods of America with a healthy dose of the bold flavors Bobby Flay is most known for. With a menu that ranges from Shrimp-Tomatillo, Crab-Coconut and Lobster-Avocado Shellfish Cocktails to Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Black Pepper Biscuits and Brookdale Farms Honey Sauce, Bobby combines his menu with the energetic fast pace of the time-honored European Brasseries.

Relax and Enjoy All Your Special Events. Corporate & Private Catering. Weddings, Showers, Christenings, Bachelor parties, Graduations, BBQ's, Retirements, Birthday parties, Lunch meetings, Non Profit Galas, Fundraisers. Fresh & Innovative Cuisine. We provide full service catering or delivery & drop service. Waitstaff, bartenders, tents, rentals, linens, floral, music, etc. Creative & thoughtful menus customized for your taste & style. Breakfast & Lunch, Private Function Room, Dinners-to-go. Chef-Owner, Paula Konareski

Indulge in your favorite comfort dishes with a new and delicious twist at Birches Bar & Grill. Located in Casino of the Earth, Birches offers mouthwatering entrées prepared by Mohegan Sun's world-class chefs including cedar plank salmon, woodstone pies, flame-broiled burgers and their signature Turkey Timbers. In the mood for something light? Stop in for tasty small bites like a crisp salad or deli sandwich. Day or night, Birches always has something to offer!

The former Pizza Plus has morphed into a beautiful butterfly, offering an upscale Italian menu sure to please the toughest critic. A couple of years ago, its enlightened owner, Jordan Dikegoros, invested a minor fortune, remodeling and expanding until the restaurant could stand shoulder to shoulder with the Capital City’s better dining venues. The restaurant’s name was changed and the menu updated (but some old favorites were retained). In hiring supremely talented Jennifer Krascella as executive chef, Dikegoros found someone more than equal to the challenge. This handsome restaurant also has free parking, eliminating one of the top discouragements to Hartford dining. In just a couple of years, J Restaurant/Bar has become one of the Capital City's top dining destinations.

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Since 1938, Leon’s Restaurant has been synonymous with New Haven and with family-owned-and-operated Italian food. The tradition continues in Leon's new location on Long Wharf Drive, formerly the Rusty Scupper, with spectacular water views, ample parking and easy access to both I-95 and I-91.

Today, Edward E. Varipapa, executive chef and owner, again offers his customers a broad menu of Italian specialties in a friendly, comfortable, family atmosphere. Leon’s famous signature dishes, Pane Cotto, Gypsy Chicken, Pork Tenderloin Calabrese, and Squid Steak, just to name a few, will be prominently featured on the menu along with the famous ever changing “Goodie List."

DINING ROOM HOURS
Lunch: Mon – Sat, 11:30 am – 3:00 pm
Dinner: Mon – Sun, 3:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Brunch: Sun, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm

BAR HOURS
Sun – Thurs, 11:30 am – 1:00 am
Fri & Sat, 11:30 am – 2:00 am

Enjoy an upscale yet comfortable setting in suburban Branford, Connecticut at La Luna Ristorante, a restaurant that represents a unique blend of authentic Tuscan cuisine and truly innovative culinary creations. Savor the gastronomic creations of executive chef Edgar Ortiz and tantalize your palate with an exceptional selection of fine wines and sinful after dinner delights. Entertainment and lighter fare await you in the spacious lounge and the dining room waves with the soothing sounds of live piano music Thursday through Sunday. Join us for karaoke on Wednesday evenings and enjoy live bands performing Friday through Sunday. On Sundays, La Luna presents its award-winning brunch. Come and join us around the holidays including: Thanksgiving dinner, Easter brunch, Mother’s Day brunch and dinner, Father’s day brunch and dinner, Christmas Eve dinner, Valentine’s Day brunch and dinner, New Year’s Eve party and New Year’s Day brunch.

There's no reason to be agoraphobes. Leave the house and come to Agora for Greek and Turkish influenced salads, panini, and more.

The Altnaveigh provides country charm and elegant dining in a restored 1730's home near the University of Connecticut. Dine in one of three intimate dining rooms, each offering its own character and charm. Menu specialties include pistachio encrusted filet of tuna and filet mignon served with Port demi glace. Dine in summer on the patio and in winter by the fireplace as you enjoy our seasonal specialties. Lunch: Tuesday.-Friday; Dinner: Tues.-Sat. Banquets and off premise catering are available.

Lots to chose from at this Northern Italian favorite. We pride ourselves in authentic regional cuisine, using local fresh ingredients straight from the growers. Our extensive menu is sure to have that favorite dish you can't always find elsewhere, such as penne Augustino [with Artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh garlic], and our pasta can be served with any sauce you like, including pesto, carbonara, marinara...you get the picture! Pesce, carne, insalata: whatever suits your fancy you'll find at Angellino's.

We pride ourselves on using locally grown fresh ingredients to make the best authentic regional Italian fare. Our extensive menu has all your old favorites, and we're sure you'll be able to find some new ones, including penne Augustino [with Artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh garlic] and our 'choose your own sauce' for your pasta of choice. Insalata, pesce, carne, pasta--when you think Italian, think Angellino's.Open daily for lunch and dinner. Extensive wine list and banquet facilities.

Succulent porterhouse steaks top the dinner menu, while sesame chicken salad is a lunchtime favorite.

Bush Meadow Farm produces pasteurized goat milk, goat cheese, and smoked meat in Union, Connecticut. We are fully licensed by the State of Connecticut. Breakfast and lunch is served all day long.

In 1964, Chuck's Steak House created a concept that many other restaurants have followed. Our premise was and still is - a quality dinner and salad bar for a fair price served in a comfortable atmosphere by a knowledgeable and friendly staff. Our longevity attests to that concept. We continue to strive to keep our original idea alive.

This family orientated seafood restaurant located in Vernon serves authentic Cape Cod seafood and fun family fare.

Georgina's Restaurant serves the very best Italian dishes! Bring the whole family to enjoy our wonderful Italian cooking. Come see us soon and enjoy the best wine and Italian food!

Jack Rabbit's is a gourmet burger and hot dog restaurant chain headed by Jack Rabbit's creator, chef and restaurant owner, Jack Flaws, who is among New England’s top chefs.

With Jack Rabbits, Jack has created a casual family restaurant that provides a gourmet culinary experience serving burgers and hot dogs, as well as “dirty wings” and a range of salads and appetizers. Each offering is an imaginative combination of ingredients creating tastes to savor and crave at affordable prices. The dining experience is enhanced by the “retro” seating and the 1950’s décor that steps back to an earlier more relaxed time, reminiscent of “Shake shops” and “juke boxes”. And, for those customers who prefer to stay with the frenetic pace of the digital age, every Jack Rabbits will provide take-out and delivery service.

This is a restaurant where you need not be afraid to eat with your hands. The combination of a kid-friendly atmosphere and award-winning baby back ribs has surely made many messes in the past, so your child will not be the first to have barbecue sauce smeared all over his or her face. The pulled-pork platter is recommended. Lunch and Dinner daily.

This Mexican Hacienda is all about fun and family, and in the words of Margaritas, "Everyday is Mex to the Max." The atmosphere here is colorful and casual, and the lively restaurant boasts a separate bar and lounge. The fajitas and the fried ice cream are highly recommended, and everything on the menu is huge and delicious. Dinner Mon.-Sun.

The Ninety-Nine is a full service, casual dining restaurant with a variety of menu selections. So whatever you are in the mood for- steak, chicken, pasta, seadfood, mouth-watering appetizers, and huge desserts- you'll always come back for more!

Parrothead Paradise- A nice blend of traditional Mexican favorites with steaks and ribs. Along with Jimmy Buffett playing on the radio.

Traditional Jewish deli fare served in a bright, bustling 180 seat New York Style Deli. Crisp garlic pickles, our own soups, mounds of savory hot pastrami and corned beef on rye. Hand cut lox layered on bagels with cream cheese. Breakfast anytime. Full bar, full take- out service, catering and private meeting room. Open 7 days, 7am to midnight. 15 minutes from downtown Hartford, I-84, exit 65 Vernon "Shops at 30 Plaza."

Classic American cuisine served in a Colonial setting. The prime rib is particularly fine. Homemade desserts including cheesecake and créme caramel, are a specialty.

A hip hibachi restaurant offering creative sushi rolls and filet mignon with frah mango and crispy rocky shrimps.

True Blue Tavern is a Connecticut restaurant that captures the spirit of University of Connecticut athletics. The True Blue Tavern offers a relaxing atmosphere and is the perfect spot to cap off the day with a beverage.

UTSAV Indian Cuisine is located in Vernon, CT. Our restaurant specialize in authentic Indian food.

We take food seriously, but we're also serious about making sure you having a good time.

All our dishes are characterized by their robust aromas, earthly flavors using the finest fresh ingredients to maintain the wholesome quality of food.

Our Chef's signature specials are : Shamm Savera, Calamari Cochin, UTSAV mixed grill, Amma's Fish Curry, UTSAV ki Lauki We open 7 days and do delivery and catering for all occasions.

You can order anything from French toast and Greek chicken salad wraps to steak, seafood and pasta. Grea selection of pastris and cakes, too- all baking is done on premises. Open Daily.

National award-winning pizzas. Featured on CBS "This Morning" and ABC "Good Morning America". Voted "Best Pizza" in Tolland County by Connecticut Magazine 1991 thru 2002. Located in a 250 year old house near the University of Connecticut.

The fifth in the group, Wood-N-Tap Vernon opened in December of 2008. Our come-as-you-are attitude now applies to where-you-are, when East of the River.

Since 1980 Zenny's has been serving great food at reasonable prices in a relaxed atmosphere and a smoke-free environment. Banquet facilities available for over 200 people.

If you’re hungry for wings, you’ve come to the right place. Bidwell’s has 31 flavors to choose from and 24 beers on tap to wash them down. Features specials like Tuesday night's "Beef and Brew" and Wednesday's "Rocks and Wings." Enjoy the cozy bar atmosphere with wood- burning stove.

Step back to a time when car-hop service and car cruises made for fun dining. Great picks include homemade soups, the famous 26-inch hot dog, a juicy 6-ounce burger and a year-round ice cream bar. Go on Fridays for fish and chips and the oldfashioned fish fry. Breakfast served all day.

Come to Kev's Deli where they fill your belly with freshly homemade food that you can't get anywhere else. With large portions and friendly service you are guaranteed to come back for more.

A relaxing casual atmosphere with a touch of class. Noted for "talk of the town" prime rib as well as seafood Newburg, vegetable primavera and fish-and-chips. Open Daily.

Breakfast sandwiches, FRESH eggs, coffee, foot-long hot dogs. Lunch, outdoor dining seasonal. Poutine house specialty.

Tasty Japanese and Chinese fare served in a quiet atmosphere. Specialties are "Volcano" steak with black pepper sauce, Grand Marnier shrimp and tempura maki.

Offering casual fine dining with a flare, Pier 83 features Bree Tenderloin served with lobster mash potatoes and asparagus. Lunch Tue.-Fri., and Sun.; Lunch Tue.-Fri.; Dinner Tue.-Sat.; Sunday Brunch.

Local favorite Taj Mahal offers Indian fvorites including lamb vindaloo and goat boti kebabs. Closed Mondays.

A handsome and neat display of tea boxes, kettles, cups and big jars of loose tea leaves serves as a decorative backdrop to the counter near the entrance. In the spirit of the name, Tea House offers four different types of complimentary tea; diners can choose from oolong, green, P'uerh and chrysanthemum. Tables hug the walls, which are decorated with those kitschy but cool backlit pictures of verdant mountains and rushing waterfalls where the greens and blues just look electric. Tea House lists Hong Kong, Szechuan, Vietnamese and Thai cuisines as its specialties. That's a pretty ambitious amount of culinary real estate to try and cover. There are the usual starters -- spring rolls, steamed or fried dumplings, fried tofu and then some more unusual items, like sesame noodles, scallion pancakes, or shrimp paste on sugar cane [on the Vietnamese menu] or fried shrimp cake [from the Thai side]

Breakfast and lunch specials every day, all fresh-made, with seating for 80. From soups to hash to pot roast and more!

A full-service restaurant, American cuisine, pizza, grinders, steaks, burgers, delivery and salad bar