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Pond House Cafe, West Hartford, CT

Pond House Cafe

4.8
4.8
2708 Reviews
$30 and under
Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people
7:00 PM
At the moment, there’s no online availability within 2.5 hours of 7:00 PM.
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Comfort Food, Café
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 11:30 am–3:30 pm Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We are located in Historic Elizabeth Park, with public parking lots and street parking within the park.
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josh Fiorillo

Experiences

  • Pop Up Dinner

    $39.00 per person

    Mar 14, 2025 only
    Please join us for a lovely prix fixe dinner at the Pond House. Please visit our website to view the menu for this dinner. Any left behind Pond House Cash from last year will double for this event as a way to say thank-you for your continued visits!
  • Pop Up Dinner

    $39.00 per person

    Mar 21, 2025 only
    Please join us for a lovely prix fixe dinner at the Pond House. Please visit our website to view the menu for this dinner. Any left behind Pond House Cash from last year will double for this event as a way to say thank-you for your continued visits!
  • Pop Up Dinner

    $39.00 per person

    Mar 28, 2025 only
    Please join us for a lovely prix fixe dinner at the Pond House. Please visit our website to view the menu for this dinner. Any left behind Pond House Cash from last year will double for this event as a way to say thank-you for your continued visits!

What 2,708 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Great for brunch

  • Hartford

    Best Value

  • Hartford

    Great for brunch

  • Hartford

    Innovative

  • Hartford

    Healthy

  • Hartford

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pond House Cafe delights diners with "incredible food," "great service," and "reasonable prices." The menu offers diverse options, including seafood and vegetarian dishes, set in a cozy ambiance. While noise and occasional service delays are noted, the cafe's consistency in quality and beautiful location make it a favorite choice for brunch, lunch, and special occasions.
2,708 Reviews
  1. Glenn

    VIP

    New York City

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoy these Friday night dinners. Lots of good choices and everything we’ve had has been delicious

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  2. Ron

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Incredible food.. Varied menu…Great service and reasonable prices.. We’ll definitely return again and again

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  3. Daria

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    78 reviews

    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is absolutely delicious, creatively done, and impressively plated. There are many options from which to choose, including seafood and vegetarian options. A small, cozy , casual restaurant, Pond. House Cafe is a winner each and every time. I do not seem to be able to send kudos…so here they are: The mushroom and polenta is fit for a king or queen. All wait staff amazing…Tiffany and Stephanie in particular They make the trip worthwhile. Hats off to the kitchen staff…food comes out hot, together, and beautifully plated.

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  4. Christy

    Connecticut

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and experience overall! Stephanie is the best!

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  5. suzanne

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    food and service were perfect. tiffany, our wait staff, was gracious, friendly, and attentive. it was a bit chilly in the dining area as well as a bit loud. we have been to the pond house a number of times and it is consistent in the quality of the food and experience. we will not hesitate to return. thanks for a lovely day.

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  6. Linda

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu is always interesting and the food is always delicious.

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  7. Christine

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food never disappoints. Lunch portions are perfect size. Price ranges are 20 to 25 for entrees , so it’s a nice or special lunch outing.

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  8. Natalie

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing beats great service, ambience and excellent food! Made for a Perfect Valentine’s date. We thoroughly enjoyed each course! Staff was great! We had the cod fritters, Salmon Salad, short Ribs and Bread pudding. 5 stars to all!

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  9. Claire

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely time visiting with friends we had not seen in a while. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals and conversation. The staff was very accommodating as we were there until closing. We truly appreciated our experience.

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  10. Claire

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great lunch with a friend to celebrate a special occasion…food and service were excellent! Plan to return soon.

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FAQs

Pond House Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 231-8823.

Pond House Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 2708 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
At the moment, there’s no online availability within 2.5 hours of 7:00 PM.
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Pond House Cafe

1555 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Comfort Food, Café
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 11:30 am–3:30 pm Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We are located in Historic Elizabeth Park, with public parking lots and street parking within the park.
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josh Fiorillo
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