Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in East Windsor

9 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Mill on the River

4.7

Exceptional(2388)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Windsor

Booked 47 times today

The Mill on the River is one of the most picturesque restaurants in Connecticut. With a reputation of excellence for over forty years, it is the flagship restaurant of the Mill Restaurant Group. The Mill on the River is the perfect blend of traditional New England comfort and upscale dining elegance.Featuring an exciting menu of creative, modern American cuisine and an extensive wine and bar menu; The Mill on the River can please even the most discerning diner. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two, a special family celebration, a business meeting, or even a casual evening at the bar, The Mill on the River looks forward to accommodating you! For Parties over 6 please call the us directly. at 860 289 7929.

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2. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

4.8

Exceptional(217)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • West Hartford

Booked 61 times today

Featuring modern renditions of classic American seafood, Max’s Oyster Bar menu has something for everyone. While seafood is the focal point, there are selections for even the most ardent landlubber. Ethnic influences are apparent throughout a menu filled with new interpretations on traditional fare. The raw bar offers an extensive variety of bi-coastal oysters and shellfish.In it’s freshman year, 1999, Max’s Oyster Bar was awarded “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine. Since then it has won numerous Reader’s Choice Awards, including “Best Seafood Restaurant”. Zagat’s Survey has also given Max’s Oyster Bar an “extraordinary” rating.

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3. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4.6

Exceptional(112)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hartford

Booked 56 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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4. Artisan - West Hartford

4.8

Exceptional(1627)

Price: Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 34 times today

ARTISAN celebrates the theme of craftsmanship, combining 18th Century classic Scandinavian design with New England-inspired farm-to-table seasonal cuisine, artfully prepared by Executive Chef and Partner Frederic Kieffer.PLEASE NOTE THAT OUTSIDE TABLES ARE RESERVED UPON REQUEST BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.If you have reserved a table outdoors, please be advised that in the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate your party inside at the same reservation time, however we cannot guarantee a table inside at the same exact time and may need to adjust the reservation time accordingly.PLEASE CALL 860.937.2525 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS

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5. Republic - Bloomfield

4.7

Exceptional(617)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Bloomfield

Booked 22 times today

Located in Bloomfield, Connecticut, Republic serves American cuisine with an inventive flair in a gastropub setting. The restaurant has a full bar that features a wide selection of craft beers. Republic offers daily happy hour specials, takeout and catering services. Start out with an order of hummus or bacon-wrapped dates at Republic. Then choose from a menu full of creative options like the eggplant burger, the bacon and apple flatbread and the miso-maple glazed salmon. The restaurant also has a gluten-free menu that includes items like the Peruvian roasted chicken and the Philly cheesesteak sandwich served on a gluten-free roll.

6. Pond House Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(2686)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Hartford

Booked 11 times today

Nestled on the pond in historic Elizabeth Park the Pond House is surrounded by gardens & offers four seasons of charm with a menu to match. Changed seasonally we offer eclectic comfort food that reflects the down to earth but playful spirit of our staff. Announce Spring's arrival with a walk through the park followed by brunch on the patio. Stop and smell the world famous roses then linger over dinner as sun slowly sets over the trees. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch & Take out. The Pond House Cafe- stylish, fun & playful.

7. Market Grille

4.6

Exceptional(820)

Price: Moderate

• American • Manchester

Booked 25 times today

Market Grille in Manchester, Connecticut is a nice combination between an upscale eatery and a casual restaurant. You can meet your coworkers there for drinks just as easily as you could bring your child to Market Grille for their birthday. The menu is mostly modern American cuisine, but there is also an extensive wine and beer list.The four-cheese lasagna at Market Grille is very good. Two other very popular entrees here are the classic fish and chips and the stuffed domestic pork chop. If you like seafood, the raw bar here will not disappoint. Every day, fresh oysters of all varieties are offered.

8. Tosca

4.7

Exceptional(336)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Suffield

Booked 15 times today

Tosca is a contemporary restaurant that serves both old school and modern seasonally inspired Italian and French influenced cuisine. Owner-chef Kevin Cousin and Sous Chef Rebecca Bates supervises a creative menu dominated by a nice range of Italian dishes and seafood entrees. All desserts and Pastas are freshly crafted.Visit for dinner and enjoy a savory dish of pan-seared salmon, or order the Bolognese alla Tosca for an appealing pasta dish that takes you to Bologna Italy.Fresh cuts of meat such as Black Garlic Sirloin or Today's Special .Finish off with a classic Vanilla bean Crème Brûlée.Or our famous Salted-Caramel ice cream.Tosca also boasts a nicely stocked bar and an outdoor patio that provides a scenic dining option during the warmer months.Craft seasonal Cocktails,New Specials daily and weekly . The restaurant’s casual and upscale vibe and intimate ambiance provides a welcoming backdrop for a spur-of-the moment dinner or a romantic date. Reservations encouraged.

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9. Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Manchester

4.3

Awesome(122)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Windsor

Booked 6 times today

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Robert
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good experience and good food. No valet parking and there was some confusion around it...they claim they never had it but many websites say they do have it. There are plenty of garages around to park in though.
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Trumbull Kitchen - HartfordPrice: Moderate• American• Hartford
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4.6
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Michele
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Salmon was delicious, two had the special stuffed chicken which they really enjoyed and one had the spicy Asian pasta which she thought was very good. Our waiter Jose was amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. Love the atmosphere and the scenery.
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The Mill on the RiverPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• South Windsor
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4.7
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Paul
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great seafood prepared perfectly without a trip to the shore.
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Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford CenterPrice: Very Expensive• American• West Hartford
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4.8
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Tamara
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
Artisan is a favorite for delicious and fresh vegetable-rich meals. We love the Chef's monthly themed dinners and the way the kitchen aims to accommodate dietary preferences. I ordered the catch of the day over the brussels/pistachio/pesto preparation and it was perfect. There is a trend to fry the brussels until they are unrecognizable and cover them in sauce, but Artisan maintains a delicate flavored vegetable that compliments the dish. The autumn salad with blueberries, pomegranate seeds and almonds was excellent also. The main dining room is a cheerful relaxing space and the staff is welcoming and helpful.
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Artisan - West HartfordPrice: Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.8
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David
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
My spouse & I had an excellent dining experience for our Anniversary. Really appreciated the complimentary champagne glasses at the start of the dinner.
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River: A Waterfront Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wethersfield
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4.2

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mill on the River

2. Max Oyster Bar - West Hartford Center

3. Trumbull Kitchen - Hartford

4. Artisan - West Hartford

5. Republic - Bloomfield

6. Pond House Cafe

7. Market Grille

8. Tosca

9. Bj's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Manchester

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