Connecticut Restaurants

Hello everybody! 

It’s been a while since I wrote about restaurants, so let’s change that today! 

It took me some time to decide what to write, but ultimately, I decided to search for what the internet said were the best restaurants in Connecticut, and from there, give you all a virtual tour of the interesting foods on their menus! And if you’re wondering why I chose Connecticut, it’s because I spend so much time there that I may as well live there. 

As always, the hope is that these foods sound intriguing enough for you to go check them out.

The first restaurant that I am going to talk about is Allium Eatery in Westport.

The first interesting dish they have on their menu is Truffle Fried Dough with Burgundy Black Truffle, Mushroom Duxelles, Whipped Ricotta, Pistachio, and Black Pepper Honey.

The next dish they have is a Braised Pork Belly with Cider Glaze, Pumpkin Seed Dukkah, Snap Dragon Apple, Charred Cabbage, and Brodo

The next dish they have is Rotisserie Chicken with Creamy Polenta, Kale, Shaved Delicata Squash, Golden Raisins, Miso-Maple Vinaigrette, Spiced Pecan, and Herb Jus.

The next dish they have is a Roasted New York Sirloin Steak with Potato Croquette, Collard Greens, Smoked Carrot Butter, Roasted Cipollini, and Red Wine Sauce.

The next dish they have is Goat Cheese and Ricotta Filled Cappelletti Pasta with Pumpkin Puree, Roasted Mushrooms, and Leek & Sage Beurre Blanc.

The next dish they have is a Banana Tart with Dark Chocolate Sauce, Caramel Banana Ganache, and Cinnamon Chantilly Cream.

The next dish they have is a Warm Poached Pear with Caramelized Honey, Black Pepper-Rosemary Short Bread, and Vanilla Ice Cream.

The last dish they have is a Carrot Cake with Vanilla Cream Cheese Frosting and Cinnamon Roasted Apple.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Millwright’s in Simsbury.

The first interesting dish they have on their menu is Johnny Cake Biscuits, which are Buttermilk-Cornbread Biscuits with Sesame Butter.

The next dish they have is Chicken & Dumplings, and it consists of Smoked Chicken, Ricotta Gnocchi, and Root Vegetables.

The next dish they have is Ricotta Ravioli with Honeynut Squash and Pumpkin Seed Pesto.

The next dish they have is Hunter’s Empanada with Duck and Beef and Chimichurri Crema.

The next dish they have is a Swordfish Schnitzel with Root Vegetables, Frisee Salad, and Buerre Rouge.

The next dish they have is a Burger with Cheddar, Lettuce, Onion, Special Sauce, and Fries.

The next dish they have is a Roast Smoked Berkshire Pork Loin with Barbecue Beans and Fennel Gremolata.

The next dish they have is a Duck Breast with Pistachio Puree, Chicory Salad, and Apple.

The next dish they have is New York Strip Steak or Flat Iron Steak with Potato Rosti, Cipollini Onion, and Peppercorn Jus.

The next dish they have is a Peanut Butter Banana Mousse with Banana Buckwheat Cookie, Caramelized Banana, Peanut Sesame Crumb, and Fluff.

The next dish they have is a Chocolate Turtle Cake with Salted Caramel, Pecan Nougatine, and Caramel Cremeux.

The next dish they have is Apple Cider Bites with Oat Crumble, Pickled Apples, Vanilla Cream, and Cider Reduction.

The last dish they have is a Pumpkin Cheesecake Puff with Candied Pumpkin Seeds, Citrus Reduction, and Chantilly.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Arethusa Al Tavolo in Bantam.

The first interesting dish they have is a Merguez Lamb Sausage with Potato Confit, Melted Leeks, Smoked Pepper Jam, and Oloroso Sherry.

The next dish they have is Braised Duck Dumplings with Napa Cabbage, Green Onions, Cashews, and Red Chili.

The next dish they have is Butternut Squash Soup with Date Bread, Roasted Seeds, and Pickled Cranberries.

The next dish they have is a Peking Duck Breast with Rillette, Glazed Salsify, Citrus Braised Endive, Melted Carrots, and Pickled Plum Glaze.

The next dish they have is a Pistachio Crusted Lamb Tenderloin with Heirloom Garnet Fingerlings, Broccolini, Grilled Figs, Mint Gelee, and Savory Lamb Jus.

The next dish they have is Roasted Diver Scallops with Melted Parsnips, Romanesco, Cauliflower, Almonds, Currants, and Cider Nage.

The next dish they have is Pork Tenderloin Stuffed With Braised Leeks and Savoy Cabbage, and served with Sweet Potato Fingerlings, Melted Rutabaga, Red Cabbage Gastrique, and Rosemary Pork Jus.

The next dish they have is Butternut Squash Agnolotti with Pearl Onions, Brussels Sprouts, Glazed Pear, and Sage Brown Butter Sauce.

The next dish they have is Green Garlic Rubbed Prime Hanger Steak with Broccoli Rabe, Potato Croquette, Buttered Radishes, and Red Wine Sauce.

The next dish they have is Apple Tartlett with Spiced Oat Crumble, Apple Butter, Almond Cream, Cider Bourbon Gastrique, and Vanilla Ice Cream.

The next dish they have is Plum Almond Gateau, and it consists of Date Cake, Poached Plums, Almond Ganache, and Salted Caramel.

The next dish they have is Sweet Corn Fritters with Peach Preserves, Corn Anglaise, Basil Sugar, and Peach Ice Cream.

The last dish they have is Chocolate Panna Cotta with Cherry Morello Cheesecake, Hazelnut Crunch, Mocha Sauce, Chocolate Ice Cream, and Pickled Cherries.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Fire By Forge in Hartford.

The first interesting dish they have is Biscuits with Compound Butter and Honey.

The next dish they have is Mushroom Empanadas with Caramelized Onions, Garlic Herb Spread, and Truffle Mayo Dip.

The next dish they have is Pumpkin Sweet Corn Bisque with Guajillo, Coconut Milk, Toasted Pepitas, and Chili Crisp.

The next dish they have is Sancocho with Chicken Stew, Root Vegetables, Plantains, Rice, Avocado, and Lime.

The next dish they have is a Smash Burger with Two Angus Patties, Cheddar Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles, and Special Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Mahi Mahi Taco Plate with Aji Verde, Grilled Pineapple Salsa, Cilantro, Onion, and Rice & Beans.

The next dish they have is a New Orleans Shrimp Po’Boy with Crispy Fried Shrimp, Sweet & Spicy Sauce, Shredded Lettuce, Pickled Onions, Tomato, Pickles, and Hoagie.

The next dish they have is a Seattle Dog with All Beef Kobe Hot Dog, Cream Cheese, Mustard, Sriracha, Pickled Jalapeños, Pickled Onions, and Griddled Bun.

The next dish they have is an Open Faced Steak Sandwich with Sliced Sirloin, Fig Jam, Blue Cheese, Arugula, Pickled Onion, and Grilled Sourdough.

The next dish they have is Braised Beef Shoulder with Chipotle Gravy, Smoked Sweet Potato Grits, Roasted Carrots, Mushrooms, and Tomatoes.

The next dish they have is a Breaded Chicken Cutlet with Roasted Tomato-Pumpkin Sauce, Queso Stracciatella, Crispy Sage, and Seasonal Vegetables.

The next dish they have is a Banana Leaf Steamed Mahi Mahi with Ginger Scallion Sauce, Chuka Dashi, Chili Crisp, Charred Broccolini, Roasted Tomatoes, and Crispy Purple Peruvian Potatoes.

The next dish they have is Roasted Vegetable Ravioli with Roasted Tomato Sauce, Confit Yellow Tomatoes, and Garlic Herb Cheese.

The next dish they have is Macaroni & Cheese with Cavatappi Pasta, Four Cheese Sauce, and Toasted Crumb Topping.

The next dish they have is a Frozen Citrus Mousse with Key Lime, Lemon, Blood Orange, Pretzel Crust, and Chantilly Cream.

The next dish they have is Pink Peppercorn Chocolate Pumpkin Mousse Cake, and it consists of Pumpkin Cake with Pink Peppercorn Dark Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Ganache, Pomegranate Molasses, and Candied Pepitas.

The next dish they have is a Basque Cheesecake Brûlée with Apple Cranberry Coulis.

The next dish they have is Sweet Potato Cobbler with Parsley and Thyme Crust, Sweet Potato Filling, and is Topped with Vanilla Ice Cream.

The last dish they have is Molten S’mores, and it consists of House-Made Marshmallow, Cinnamon-Graham Cracker Ice Cream, Chocolate Hazelnut Ganache, and Hazelnut-Graham Cracker Crumble.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Black Cat Grille in Ridgefield.

The first interesting dish they have is French Onion Soup with Garlic Parmesan Croutons and Melted Gruyere Cheese.

The next dish they have is Shrimp Spring Rolls with Asian Dipping Sauce.

The next dish they have is Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce.

The next dish they have is Filet Mignon Bites that are Stuffed with Jalapeno and Herb Cream Cheese, Wrapped in Prosciutto, and grilled.

The next dish they have is Fried Calamari that is Dredged in Buttermilk Coating and served with Marinara Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Buffalo Chicken Wrap with Fried Chicken, Lettuce, Tomato, Hot Sauce, and Blue Cheese Dressing.

The next dish they have is Tacos that are topped with Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, and Lime Cilantro Creme, and are served with Black Beans and Rice.

The next dish they have is a Cajun Grilled Shrimp Wrap with Lettuce, Tomato, and Remoulade Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Georgetown Dip Sandwich, and it consists of Open Face Roast Beef with Au Jus on a Toasted Rustic Bread with Caramelized Onions and Melted Cheddar Cheese.

The next dish they have is a Blackened Catfish Sandwich with Sliced Red Onion, Lettuce, and Tomato on a Brioche Roll with Remoulade Sauce. 

The next dish they have is a Beer Battered Cod Sandwich with Lettuce, Tomato, and Remoulade Sauce on a Brioche Roll.

The next dish they have is a Pulled Pork Sandwich with Barbecue Sauce and Coleslaw.

The next dish they have is Penne Bolognese with Ground Beef and Pork in a Tomato Bolognese Sauce with Garlic Bread.

The next dish they have is Fish & Chips.

The last dish they have is New York Strip Steak topped with Melted Blue Cheese and Frizzled Onions and served with Garlic Parmesan Fries.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Gabriele’s Italian Steakhouse in Westport.

The first interesting dish they have is Clams Oreganata, which is baked with Herb Breadcrumbs and Lemon Butter.

The next dish they have is Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with Avocado, Frisee, and Mango Salsa.

The next dish they have is a Meatball with Tomato Sauce and Whipped Rosemary Ricotta.

The next dish they have is a Bourbon Bacon Slab with Farro and Vegetables, Coleslaw, and a Cola-Bourbon Glaze.

The next dish they have is Rigatoni Alla Vodka with Shrimp, Prosciutto, and Tomato-Cream Sauce.

The next dish they have is Roasted Cauliflower Steak with Corn Succotash and Hummus.

The next dish they have is Pan Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Puree, Sugar Snap Peas, Corn, Cherry Tomato, Bacon, and Citrus Gastrique.

The next dish they have is a Fennel Brined Berkshire Pork Chop with Multicolor Fingerling Potatoes, Broccoli Rabe, and Hot Cherry Pepper Sauce.

The next dish they have is Braised Short Ribs with Toasted Ricotta Gnocchi, Truffle Cream, and Braising Sauce.

The next dish they have is Roasted Rack Of Lamb with Scalloped Potatoes, Baby Carrots, and Gremolata Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Souffle, which comes in the flavors of Chocolate, Grand Marnier, Pistachio, and Raspberry.

The next dish they have is French Toast with Homemade Butter Brioche stuffed with Nutella, Roasted Hazelnut Gelato, and Maple Bourbon Syrup.

The next dish they have is a Carrot Cake with Honey, Pineapple, Vanilla Bean Sauce, and Cream Cheese Gelato.

The next dish they have is Fried Oreos, and it consists of Dipped Chocolate Double Filling Oreos, Vanilla Bean Cake Batter, Vanilla Bean Gelato, Caramel, Raspberry, and Chocolate Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Molten Chocolate Cake filled with Dark Chocolate Ganache.

The next dish they have is a Napoleon with Puff Pastry, Vanilla Bean Mousseline Cream, and Caramelized Almonds.

The next dish they have is a Bourbon Cheesecake with Sea Salt Caramel Sauce and Roasted Pecans.

The last dish they have is a Key Lime Coconut Pie with Homemade Graham Cracker Base, Key Lime Cream, Coconut Gelato, and Grand Marnier Berry Sauce.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Founders House in Milford.

The first interesting dish they have is a Creamy Seafood Bisque.

The next dish they have is a Thick Cut Candied Bacon Chop with a Charred Three Pepper Chimichurri.

The next dish they have is French Onion Soup topped with Baguette, Swiss Cheese, and Mozzarella Cheese.

The next dish they have is Crab Cakes that are Potato Crusted and served with Remoulade Sauce.

The next dish they have is Grilled Polenta topped with Pesto, Roasted Tomato and Eggplant Tapenade, and Herb Cone Top Ricotta.

The next dish they have is Crispy Fried Calamari with Sweet and Hot Cherry Peppers, Gorgonzola Cheese, and Marinara Sauce.

The next dish they have is The Founders Burger, and it consists of an Eight Ounce Burger topped with Bacon Jam, Fontina Cheese, and Caramelized Onions on a Brioche Bun.

The next dish they have is a New England Lobster Roll.

The next dish they have is a Double Double Burger with Angus Beef Patties, Double Aged Cheddar, Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato, Shaved Onion, Brioche Bun, and Thousand Island Dressing.

The next dish they have is a Shaved Beef Sandwich that is served on a Warm Ciabatta and layered with Truffle Parmesan Mushrooms, Caramelized Butter Poached Shallots, and finished with a Gorgonzola Cream Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Dry Rub Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich on a Warm Toasted Split Bun with House Slaw, Pickles, and Cheddar Cheese.

The next dishes they have are a variety of Cuts of Steak with either Vegetables and Whipped Potatoes or Parmesan Truffle Fries and Greens Salad.

The next dish they have is Veal Chop Alla Vodka that is also topped with Mozzarella Cheese and served with Angel Hair Pasta.

The next dish they have is Grilled Veal Chop with Grilled Asparagus, Whipped Potatoes, Butter Poached Shallots, and Truffle Parmesan Mushrooms.

The next dish they have is Veal Chop Milanese that is Pounded and Panko Crusted and served with Frisee and Iceberg Salad with Red Onion, Crispy Chickpeas, Tomatoes, Gorgonzola, Citrus Vinaigrette, and finished with a Balsamic Reduction.

The next dish they have is Pan Seared Scallops topped with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic, and served over Spinach Artichoke Risotto.

The next dish they have is a Baked Stuffed Lobster Tail that is stuffed with Ritz Crackers and Crabmeat and served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables.

The next dish they have is Alaskan King Crab Legs with Drawn Butter, Potatoes, and Vegetables.

The next dish they have is Fish & Chips.

The next dish they have is a Berkshire Pork Chop with a Sweet Potato, Bacon, and Brussels Sprout Hash and a Vermont Maple Bourbon Glaze.

The next dish they have is Colossal Baked Stuffed Shrimp with Ritz and Crabmeat Stuffing and served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables.

The next dish they have is Baked Macaroni And Cheese.

The next dish they have is a Carrot Cake Tower.

The next dish they have is a Mile High Key Lime Pie with Toasted Meringue.

The next dish they have is a Cheesecake with Graham Cracker Crust, Blueberry Sauce, and Whipped Cream.

The next dish they have is The Mudslide Tower, and it consists of Layers of Ice Cream, Chocolate Fudge Hazelnut Spread, Toffee, and Almond Candy Bar Brownie and Peanut Butter. 

The next dish they have is a Strawberry Crunch Tres Leches Cake.

The next dish they have is a cake called Best of Both Worlds, and it consists of Chocolate Fudge Cake layered with Cheesecake.

The last dish they have is a Banana Foster Butter Cake with Cheesecake Frosting topped with a Dark Rum, Banana Liquor Caramel and Sautéed Sliced Bananas, and finished with Whipped Cream and Vanilla Ice Cream.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is The Barn Door in Ridgefield.

The first interesting dish they have is Sautéed Shrimp with Leeks, Chopped Tomatoes, Cream, and Bacon.

The next dish they have is Calamari with Cherry Peppers, Fresno Chili Aioli, and Marinara.

The next dish they have is Crab Cakes with Corn Relish and Chipotle Aioli.

The next dish they have is Small Meatballs cooked in a Wild Mushroom Marsala Wine Sauce.

The next dish they have is an Eggplant Stack with Breaded Eggplant, Fresh Mozzarella, Plum Tomatoes, Arugula, Shaved Parmesan, and a Balsamic Glaze.

The next dish they have is Two Large Beef and Veal Meatballs with Tomato Sauce, Parmesan, Polenta, and Grilled Country Bread.

The next dish they have is New England Clam Chowder.

The next dish they have is French Onion Soup with Sautéed Onions, Vegetable Broth, Country Bread, and Melted Swiss Cheese.

The next dish they have is Seafood Ravioli filled with Lobster, Shrimp, and Scallops, and served with Fresh Tomato, Basil, and Cream Sauce.

The next dish they have is Cavatelli Arrabiate that is infused with Ricotta and served with Spicy Crumbled Italian Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, Garlic, Basil, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

The next dish they have is Gnocchi Bolognese. 

The next dish they have is a Shrimp Burger with Tartar Sauce, Coleslaw, French Fries, Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickle.

The next dish they have is a Lamb Burger with Tzatziki, Pickled Onions, Fries, Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickle.

The next dish they have is a Farmhouse Burger with Bacon, Gruyere Cheese, House Dressing, Caramelized Onions, French Fries, Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickle.

The next dish they have is a BBQ Burger with Ground Beef, Hickory BBQ Sauce, Onion Jam, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, French Fries, Lettuce, and Pickle.

The next dish they have is a Mac & Cheese Pizza with Pasta, Vermont Cheddar, Mozzarella, Provolone, and Panko Breadcrumbs.

The next dish they have is a Margherita Pizza with San Marzano Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Fresh Basil.

The next dish they have is Paella with Chorizo Sausage, Chicken, Clams, Shrimp, Mussels, and Green Peas over Rice.

The next dish they have is Chicken Parmigiana with Linguini Pasta.

The next dish they have is a New York Strip Steak with Herb Butter Sauce and French Fries.

The last dish they have is Pork Tenderloin with White Wine and Cloudberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, and Sautéed String Beans.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Cafe Silvium in Stamford.

The first interesting dish they have is Fried Calamari with Spicy Sauce.

The next dish they have is Mozzarella with Prosciutto.

The next dish they have is Grilled Scallops with Broccoli Rabe.

The next dish they have is Whole Wheat Penne with Asparagus, Mushrooms, Fresh Tomatoes, Mozzarella, and Basil.

The next dish they have is Lasagna with Veal, Mozzarella, and Tomato Sauce.

The next dish they have is Rigatoni with Prosciutto, Pancetta, and Sausage in a Vodka Sauce.

The next dish they have is Lobster Ravioli in a Vodka Sauce.

The next dish they have is Veal Scaloppini with Mushrooms and Gorgonzola in a Cream Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Nutella Cheesecake with Oreo Cookie Crust.

The next dish they have is Tiramisu with Ladyfingers soaked in Espresso Coffee and Mascarpone Cheese.

The next dish they have is a Zuppa Inglese, which consists of a Layer of Sponge Cake with Vanilla, Chocolate Custard Cream covered with Whipped Cream.

The next dish they have is a Chocolate Mousse Cake.

The last dish they have is Crepes filled with Nutella and Fresh Strawberries topped with Whipped Cream.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Sign Of The Whale in Stamford. 

The first interesting dish they have is Crispy Calamari with Marinara Sauce.

The next dish they have is Beef Birria Empanadas that are filled with Shredded Beef, Cheese, and Cilantro, and are also served with Birria Broth for Dipping and Chipotle Aioli.

The next dish they have is Garlic Bread with Mozzarella, Oregano, and Garlic Butter.

The next dish they have is Meatballs with Marinara, Parmesan, and Basil.

The next dish they have is Spinach Dip with Seasoned Pita Chips.

The next dish they have is Cheese Pizza with Tomato Sauce, Shredded Mozzarella, Parmesan, and Chili Flakes.

The next dish they have is Margherita Pizza with Red Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

The next dish they have is a Classic Burger with American Cheese, Pickles, and Sesame Seed Bun.

The next dish they have is a Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Pickled Chicken Thighs that are Fried, American Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, and Copycat Sauce.

The next dish they have is Carnitas with Braised Pork Shoulder, Lime Crema, Pickled Onion, Corn Tortillas, Cilantro, and Rice. 

The next dish they have is a Bacon Burger with Barbecue Sauce, American Cheese, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Pickles, Shaved Onion, and Sesame Seed Bun.

The next dish they have is Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple-Cilantro Slaw, Pickled Red Onion, and Lime Crema.

The next dish they have is a Truffle Burger with Truffle Aioli, Gruyere, Sautéed Onion, Mushroom, and Sesame Seed Bun.

The next dish they have is Spicy Shrimp Rigatoni Vodka with Basil and Parmesan.

The next dish they have is Steak Frites with Skirt Steak, Crispy Fries, and Au Poivre Sauce.

The next dish they have is Burrata Ravioli with Black Truffle Butter and Parmesan.

The next dish they have is Seafood Risotto with Jumbo Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels, Manilla Clams, Sweet Drop Peppers, and Bouillabaisse Broth.

The next dish they have is a Seven Layer Chocolate Cake.

The next dish they have is a Caramel-Almond Cheesecake with Fresh Whipped Cream.

The next dish they have is a Vanilla Creme Brulee with Rich Custard topped with Caramelized Sugar and Seasonal Berries.

The next dish they have is a Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie with Butterscotch Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream.

The last dish they have is Banana Spring Rolls with Cinnamon Sugar, Kahlua Caramel, and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.

The next restaurant that I am going to talk about is Jacob’s Pickles in Norwalk. 

The first dish they have is Fried Pickles with Spicy Red Mayonnaise.

The next dish they have is Biscuits & Fixins with Salted Butter, Maple Butter, Strawberry Butter, Pumpkin Spice Butter, and Clover Honey.

The next dish they have is Matzo Ball Soup with Chicken, Carrots, Celery, and Onions.

The next dish they have is Biscuits & Gravy with Mushroom Gravy, Sausage Gravy, or both.

The next dish they have is Bacon Steak with Maple Syrup, Cilantro, and Mustard Seeds.

The next dish they have is Hog In A Blanket with Puff Pastry, Spicy Mustard, and Hot Sour Pickles.

The next dish they have is Homemade Slow Cooked Meatballs with Marinara, Mozzarella, and Biscuit Croutons.

The next dish they have is White Bean Hummus with Corn Chips, Pickled Crudites, and Sesame Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

The next dish they have is Jalapeno Cheddar Skillet Cornbread.

The next dish they have is Chicken Bacon Ranch Waffle Fries with Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Bacon, Ranch, Cheddar, Mozzarella, and Chives.

The next dish they have is Jalapeno Poppers with Pickled Thyme Jalapeños, Chicken, Spicy Mayonnaise, Cheese Blend, and Crispy Bacon Bits.

The next dish they have is Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Hot Sour Pickles and Clover Honey.

The next dish they have is Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Southern Sausage Gravy.

The next dish they have is Mushroom Gravy Smothered Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Aged Vermont Cheddar.

The next dish they have is a Barbecue Smothered Pepper Jack Chicken.

The next dish they have is a Classic Macaroni & Cheese.

The next dish they have is a Patty Melt Smash Burger with Prime Beef Burger Blend, Brioche Bun, American Cheese, Crispy Onions, and Picnic Sauce with Waffle Fries.

The next dish they have is a Bacon Barbecue Smash Burger with Beef Burger Blend, Brioche Bun, American Cheese, Hot Sour Pickles, Crispy Onions, Barbecue Sauce, and Waffle Fries.

The next dish they have is Maple Chicken N’ Toast with Challah French Toast, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, Maple Butter, and Syrup.

The next dish they have is Shrimp & Bacon Grits.

The next dish they have is Southern Fried Catfish with Waffle Fries, Pickle Slaw, and Tartar Sauce.

The next dish they have is Jumbo Shrimp Tacos with Corn Tortillas, Roasted Corn Salsa, and Cilantro Lime Drizzle.

The next dish they have is Blackened Shrimp & Penne Vodka.

The next dish they have is Sweet And Smoky Meatloaf with Whipped Potatoes, Frizzled Onions, Coleslaw, and Buttermilk Biscuit Smothered in Maple Butter.

The next dish they have is Pulled Pork Sandwich with Pickle Slaw, Hot Sour Pickles, and Waffle Fries.

The next dish they have is Steak Barbacoa Tacos with Adobo Consommé, Salsa Verde, Sour Cream, Onion, and Cilantro. 

The next dish they have is Ribeye Steak with Herb Butter and Waffle Fries.

The next dish they have is Steak Sandwich with Pan Seared Ribeye, Caramelized Onions, Spinach, and Blue Cheese.

The last dish they have is Braised Short Ribs with Whipped Potatoes, Roasted Seasonal Vegetables, and Red Wine Reduction.

The last restaurant that I am going to talk about is Tony’s At The J House in Riverside.

The first interesting dish they have is Fritto Misto with Fried Rock Shrimp, Fried Calamari, Fried Zucchini Chips, Long Hot Peppers, and Spicy Tomato Sauce.

The next dish they have is Italian Dumplings with Short Rib Ragu, Ricotta, Wild Mushrooms, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and Barolo Sauce.

The next dish they have is Veal Filled Agnolotti with Leeks, Butter, and Sage Demi-Glace.

The next dish they have is Lobster Bisque with Fresh Herbs and Creme Fraiche.

The next dish they have is Crab Cakes with Celery Root and Asparagus Remoulade Sauce.

The next dish they have is Fried Prosciutto Wrapped Burrata.

The next dish they have is Filet Mignon Truffle Potato Croquettes.

The next dish they have is a Meatball with Pork, Veal, Beef, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Ricotta, and Tomato Basil Sauce.

The next dish they have is Penne Vodka with Bacon, Pancetta, Prosciutto, Vodka, and Tomato Cream Sauce.

The next dish they have is Four Cheese Ravioli with Ricotta, Parmesan, Fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Egg, and Cauliflower Cream.

The next dish they have is Cavatelli with Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, Cannellini Beans, Garlic, and Olive Oil.

The next dish they have is Risotto Primavera with Wild Mushroom, Asparagus, Eggplant, Artichoke, and Truffle Oil.

The next dish they have is Pesto Ricotta Gnocchi with Arugula Basil Pesto Sauce, Pine Nuts, and Shaved Parmesan.

The next dish they have is a Kobe Burger with Bacon, Aged Cheddar, Wasabi Mayonnaise, Homemade Potato Bun, Fries, and Onion Rings.

The next dish they have is a Berkshire Pork Chop with Green Beans, Roasted Potatoes, and Dijon Brandy Reduction.

The next dish they have is a Roasted Rack Of Lamb with Baby Carrots, Mashed Potatoes, and Lamb Au Jus.

The next dish they have is Veal Rollatini with Eggplant, Ricotta, Sun Dried Tomato Pesto, and Polenta Cake.

The next dish they have is Veal Chop Parmigiana with Fresh Mozzarella and Capellini Pasta.

The next dish they have is Pan Seared Jumbo Scallops with Romanesco, Fingerling Potatoes, and Harissa Sauce.

The next dish they have is a Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla Bean Gelato.

The next dish they have is a Chocolate Layer Cake with Layers of Devil’s Food and Chocolate Mousse.

The next dish they have is Baked Apple Strudel with Golden Raisins, Caramel, and Vanilla Bean Gelato.

The next dish they have is a Bomba with Vanilla & Chocolate Gelato encased in a Chocolate Shell.

The next dish they have is Tiramisu with Ladyfingers, Espresso, Mascarpone Cheese, and Cocoa Powder.

The next dish they have is Nutella Stuffed French Toast with Hazelnut Gelato and Maple Syrup.

The next dish they have is a Napoleon with Puff Pastry and Vanilla Custard.

The next dish they have is a Carrot Cake with Buttercream Icing.

The next dish they have is a Honey Infused Ricotta Pistachio Cake topped with Chocolate Sauce.

The next dish they have is Cannoli with Sweet Ricotta Filling and Mixed Berries.

The next dish they have is Creme Brulee with Fresh Berries.

The last dish they have is Cheesecake with Fresh Berries.

Overall, there are many great restaurants in Connecticut, and you should go and check them out!