50 Best American Restaurants near East Hartford

1 Smash & shake

4.6 Superb 77 Reviews

1084 Main Street, East Hartford

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“I went here to get their chicken Mac sandwich (which was delicious btw) and saw they had the viral fruit pastries, so I got a strawberry one! Tasted like a strawberry shortcake! Crunchy outer shell, soft strawberry mousse, and strawberry jam in the very center. Staff was very kind even though I walked in at opening! No music was playing which made me feel a little awkward waiting for my order in dead silence (I was the only one in there) haha felt very five guys esk”

2 Augie & Ray's Drive In

4.7 Superb 227 Reviews

314 Main Street, East Hartford

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“That buttered hot dog roll 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 oh.my.gawwwddddd! SO good! And it doesn’t break at the bottom like most hot dog buns do. Service was super fast and all the staff was friendly and looked happy and seemed to be enjoying themselves. Great environment! Will go again!”

3 NY Chicken & Grill

4.4 Superb 179 Reviews

168 Burnside Avenue, East Hartford

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“God is so good!!! An absolutely blessing I found this place!!! The food is so worth it!!! I'm not from Connecticut but hands down the best food I've had in a very long time!!! So good!!! ♥️♥️♥️ The owner Con has the best attitude and make the experience a million times better!! You can taste the passion in the food! Just amazing 🙏”

4 Carmine's Bar • Grill • Stage

4.5 Superb 282 Reviews

389 Main Street, East Hartford

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“Hosted our Holiday Party here, amazing atmosphere, food & music!! Holly & Carmine are the best! Check them out ♥️”

5 WINGSPOT

4.6 Superb 82 Reviews

1014 Main Street, East Hartford

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“Best food and service ! Everything made fresh to order ! We got dry rub lemon pepper / sweet chili Loaded fries with boom boom sauce “ amazing !!! And my son got bbq tenders with fries ! 10 out of 10 !”

6 Crackerbarrel Entertainment

3.6 Good 36 Reviews

54 Ellsworth Street, East Hartford

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“We stopped here for a late breakfast on the way home from a vacation in the Berkshires. We had a great breakfast and our server was very good. We both had egg breakfasts, but I also had pancakes and bacon. The pancakes were very good and had a little bit of crisp to them which I enjoyed. The maple syrup was provided in a little bottle which we thought was a nice touch. Then we took advantage of their $6 take home meals if you have bought an entree, so we got their Meatloaf Dinner and their Grilled Chicken Dinner to bring home for our dinner. This was a pretty good deal making their regular eat-in menu even better.”

7 Villa Milano's Pizza

4.1 Good 131 Reviews

456 Main Street, East Hartford

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“good big slices for 3 bucks and up cant go wrong. really good pizza.”

8 J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood Glastonbury

4.6 Superb 1,364 Reviews

185 Glastonbury Boulevard, Glastonbury · 2.94 miles

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“🥰 Excellent food. Dining experience.”

9 Gather55

4.9 Superb 247 Reviews

55 Bartholomew Avenue, Hartford · 4.7 miles

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“Had dinner at Gather 55 last night and it was the most pleasant dining experience and best food I’ve had in months! Crystal’s service was excellent! She is a master at her craft! Not only was the experience worth every penny, the mission and purpose of Gather 55 is wonderful! I wish we had one in TN!”

10 The Charles

4.4 Superb 783 Reviews

161 Main Street, Wethersfield · 4.23 miles

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“Best waitstaff I’ve ever seen. Highly recommend.”

11 The Mill on the River

4.4 Superb 757 Reviews

989 Ellington Road, South Windsor · 4.22 miles

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“The seafood, the atmosphere and our server, Amanda”

12 Birch Hill Tavern

4.5 Superb 239 Reviews

1320 Manchester Road, Glastonbury · 5.65 miles

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“A-Z everything here is great, from service to bar to food. A great experience all around!”

13 The Main Pub

4.4 Superb 414 Reviews

306 Main Street, Manchester · 4.81 miles

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“I would be there right now if they still had the chicken parm sandwich”

14 Burtons Grill & Bar

4.4 Superb 365 Reviews

100 Evergreen Way, South Windsor · 4.36 miles

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“Went here for lunch with my sister! I couldn’t believe how packed they were on a Monday! No wonder- the food and drink were ON POINT! Our waiter was very attentive and informative on wine. We shared the spinach and artichoke dip- delicious! I had the harvest vegetable bowl and added steak. The flavors mixed so well creating a palette of fresh, and my steak was cooked perfectly! My sister got the burger and a Cesar salad. The dressing was really fresh and lemony! The burger was delish as well! I will definitely be back! All the food I watched going by looked like 10 stars!”

15 Market Restaurant

4.7 Superb 111 Reviews

101 Reserve Road, Hartford · 2.56 miles

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“Great way to start your day. Great food, and Andrea is soooo awesome”

16 Fire by Forge Restaurant

4.4 Superb 338 Reviews

539 Broad Street, Hartford · 3.82 miles

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“My hubby and I went for dinner here with some friends and had a great experience! Best mussels I ever had in my life and we both loved the fries too! Service was friendly and quick, especially for a party of 8 people. They also have some innovative mocktails! Highly recommended!”

17 Max Fish

4.4 Superb 645 Reviews

110 Glastonbury Boulevard, Glastonbury · 2.95 miles

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“Treated my sister to an excellent dinner on Easter weekend. Loved the with artic char with chef’s specialty , ginger rice and a delicious pablano sauce!”

18 Nutmeg Restaurant and Banquet

4.4 Superb 330 Reviews

297 South Main Street, East Windsor · 7.29 miles

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“Brian is a amazing waiter. I can’t say enough about him. Makes our meal even better. Thank you for your wonderful service!!??”

19 Ryan's Sports Bar

4.8 Superb 82 Reviews

485 Hartford Road, Manchester · 3.6 miles

“Awesome Bar with great bartenders & ownership! Food is fantastic and kareoke nights on Thursday & Sundays are THE BEST!!!”

20 Lucky Lou's Bar and Grill

4.4 Superb 295 Reviews

222 Main Street, Wethersfield · 4.08 miles

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“My husband Jeff and I(Terry) had the best Valentine's Dayy!! Your wings, your service, Food is amazing. Our standards are very high and appreciate all you do for our community!!! Happy Valentine's Day From the Vagell's!! ❤️”

21 Red Rock Tavern

4.4 Superb 282 Reviews

369 Capitol Avenue, Hartford · 3.88 miles

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“Red Rock Tavern is the hidden gem of Hartford—warm energy, great people, and a vibe that always hits. If you’re stepping out on a Saturday, the 90s Karaoke Sip & Paint is the move. Nostalgia, creativity, and good music in one room… it’s the perfect way to elevate your weekend.”

22 Giulia's Pizza Restaurant

4.8 Superb 266 Reviews

199 Shunpike Road, Cromwell · 10.03 miles

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“Wow !!! A group of 4 of us were traveling through the area and needed a good place for Dinner …We called and made a reservation , the owner Al was very personable on the phone .We arrived for dinner and he had our name on table , and he introduced himself …We had a couple of beers while he explained the menu to us ….we Decided on a couple of appetizers and also a small pizza to sample before ordering our dinner . The appetizers arrived and were very good, but the star of the show was definitely the pizza , so much flavor … the crust was to die for light and airy and so much crunch in the crust !!!! Next was the Dinner - Chicken Francaise , Chicken Parm , Chicken Marsala , Fettuccini Carbonaro .All meals arrived hot and were Delicious …We also got to meets Al’s Daughter who was very personable just like her Father ….We wished we had this Restaurant in our community . Give this Restaurant a shot , you won’t regret it . Thank you”

23 Oscar's All American Grill

4.5 Superb 159 Reviews

855 Sullivan Avenue # R1, South Windsor · 6.24 miles

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“Best kept secret in CT. Outstanding food and service with good pricing, with a 7 day a week happy hour. Every server is excellent, Oscar is a great guy. I would like to give it 6 starts!”

24 GoldBurgers

4.7 Superb 334 Reviews

1096 Main Street, Newington · 7.31 miles

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“The burgers are "the best burgers" around! I will go so far as saying "perfection"! Food so good forgot to take pictures! lol not next time.”

25 Ranch House

4.4 Superb 225 Reviews

27 Windsor Avenue, Windsor · 3.68 miles

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“GREAT FOOD, FAST SERVICE!”

26 La Notte Waterside Grille

4.4 Superb 216 Reviews

1936 Blue Hills Ave Ext, Windsor · 10.17 miles

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“We played a great round at Wintonbury Hills, then headed here for pizza and beers. 24 guys and all loved the pizza and wings we had, Perfect spot will be back, Sammy and the staff treated us great,”

27 Makris Diner

4.4 Superb 205 Reviews

1797 Berlin Turnpike, Wethersfield · 6.11 miles

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“Great food and very friendly staff. A real classic Northeastern diner, with all the right looks inside and outside. Highly recommend this place!”

28 Mo's Midtown Restaurant

4.4 Superb 194 Reviews

25 Whitney Street, Hartford · 5.1 miles

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“Best latkes that I’ve ever had!”

29 Shady Glen Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor

4.3 Superb 405 Reviews

840 Middle Turnpike East, Manchester · 6.79 miles

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“Very good food and a really friendly waiting staff. However they dont accept credit cards. I can say that they have easily lost hundreds in patronage from me over that past year simply because they only accept cash. I cant count the amount of times I have passed by and haven't stopped because I didn't have cash. Its unfortunate.”

30 Elaine's

4.4 Superb 179 Reviews

1841 Berlin Turnpike, Wethersfield · 6.19 miles

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“What a fantastic venue for hosting an event! We recently held a work event here, and everything was wonderful from start to finish. The food was delicious, the service was outstanding, and the staff made sure everything ran smoothly. The banquet room is a hidden gem and perfect for anyone looking to host a corporate event, private party, or special gathering. It offers its own private entrance and dedicated restrooms, making the space feel truly exclusive and convenient for guests.”

31 Plan b Glastonbury

4.3 Superb 365 Reviews

120 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury · 3.58 miles

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“First time here. Service was excellent but food was mediocre. Burger was ok. Fries were not fresh. You could tell they were frozen. Pickles were really good.”

32 Tunxis Grill & Pizzeria

4.6 Superb 428 Reviews

3 Tunxis Street, Windsor · 10 miles

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“The food and people are fantastic here.”

33 Pepe's Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 Superb 160 Reviews

300 Middle Turnpike West, Manchester · 4.09 miles

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“My favorite spot to hang out. Been around a long time, very consistent.”

34 Cotton Hollow Kitchen

4.2 Good 148 Reviews

840 Main Street, South Glastonbury · 6.84 miles

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“The food here is delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The owner is very friendly and the staff make the dining experience here a pleasure. Would definitely recommend this restaurant.”

35 American & Mexican Diner

4.8 Superb 189 Reviews

243 Zion Street, Hartford · 4.33 miles

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“My family and I went here for my son’s 8th birthday and the food and service was incredible. The atmosphere gives cozy and welcoming. The customer service is worth every dollar I spent.”

36 Tenth Hole Tavern

4.9 Superb 41 Reviews

16 Fairway Crossing, Glastonbury · 5.2 miles

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“Tenth Hole Tavern is the best spot for casual dining/takeout this side of Glastonbury. Their food is excellent and the staff really knows how to show the customers a good time. Kendall and Kelly are the nicest and are very accommodating. Not to mention the full bar, expansive beer selection, and wide variety on the menu. Some of my personal favorites include the chicken tenders (with their house made buffalo sauce), the buttermilk chicken sandwich, and the oven roasted turkey wrap. Don’t sleep on the brick oven pizza either. Tenth Hole Tavern has earned a special place in my heart❤️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

37 2 Hopewell Bistro & Bar

4.5 Superb 81 Reviews

2 Hopewell Rd, South Glastonbury · 6.65 miles

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“Stopped in for a very last minute birthday dinner. The staff quickly accommodated a large group (with kids) no problem. Food and service was excellent and the live music really made the night. We were very impressed. Thanks for a memorable night.”

38 Country Kitchen food truck

4.8 Superb 41 Reviews

1146 Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill · 9.18 miles

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“I just went to Country Kitchen and bought 2 chili cheese hot dogs for my co-worker and myself, it was "hot dog" day after all :-) Our office staff has gone there many times and loves the food. The mom and her son, Dave are so sweet! Nice to see a family business. Not only do you get GREAT food, but great service with a smile! Can't ask for more......Thanks for being right down the street from us!!”

39 Max's Oyster Bar

4.3 Superb 502 Reviews

964 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford · 6.71 miles

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“Celebrated our daughter’s birthday on Friday and everything was AMAZING! Our server, Jaden, was fabulous and our food was incredible!! Definitely a great experience!”

40 Beachland Tavern

4.3 Superb 181 Reviews

1128 New Britain Avenue, West Hartford · 6.52 miles

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“My family of five recently had dinner at Beachland Tavern. I just want to give a shout-out to the staff. We have dairy allergies and they went above and beyond to make sure we were set. Thank you. We will definitely be back and we really appreciate it. Food was great, wine and beer were perfect, but the staff deserves gold stars! Thanks again and highly recommend, especially to families!”

41 Al's Pizza and Deli

4.7 Superb 46 Reviews

427 Main St, Hartford · 3.2 miles

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“I was a little taken back at first but the setup just adds to the atmosphere of this place. The people were fast, attentive and the meatball calzone was soooo good. Huge calzone! I ate half for lunch and the other half for dinner. It tastes like it was made fresh as well as the pizza sauce. Delicious!”

42 The Hollow at Manchester Country Club

4.4 Superb 84 Reviews

305 South Main Street, Manchester · 4.98 miles

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“Cannot say enough good things about The Hollow. Whether you are a golfer or not the restaurant should be added to your regular rotation. The food is top notch, everything on the menu is fantastic. My favorites are the loaded potato chips and the Brit burger. The staff is friendly, the drinks are perfect and everything is reasonably priced (especially here in 2022). Did i mention the view from the patio is beautiful? This restaurant is a must taste!”

43 The Pub

4.7 Superb 196 Reviews

59 John Fitch Boulevard, South Windsor · 2.62 miles

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“Excellent service everyone knows your name once you’ve been there once or twice and very friendly people great food, great music and the bar staff is the most amazing. If you’re lucky, you might meet one of the owners and they are just fantastic.🥳😘❤️”

44 Max Burger West Hartford

4.2 Good 335 Reviews

124 LaSalle Road, West Hartford · 6.77 miles

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“This was a great unexpected experience. My friend I wanted sliders so we stopped in for that, not realizing it was 8:50 and they close at 9pm. The hostess was so sweet and still let us dine in which was greatly appreciated. Shout out to our server Aidan he was awesome!!! He didn't make sus feel rushed ! I ordered a porn star martini which was great!!! Instead of sliders we ordered a double smashed burger to share, one thing I loved as an option is we could do half regular fries and half sweet potato fries. You know I love some good accommodations!!!! he burger was very good, I like trying smashed burgers at different places. Max you got it right!!!! I really appreciate the kind service staff had to offer!!! We will be back!!”

45 Max's Trumbull Kitchen

4.4 Superb 244 Reviews

150 Trumbull Street, Hartford · 3.23 miles

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“It was a culinary delight. I had the crispy duck leg. It was so tender on the inside. It was plated on passion fruit juice and seeds, and garnished with crispy rind of orange. It was such a joy to eat.”

46 Jefferson Fry Company

4.2 Good 278 Reviews

35 Talcottville Road, Vernon · 7.41 miles

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“Great atmosphere. Food is delicious - great flavor and not cooked in seed oils. Love the energy of the restaurant.”

47 Ken's Corner Breakfast & Lunch

4.5 Superb 339 Reviews

30 Hebron Avenue # East, Glastonbury · 3.55 miles

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“Hi, We love Ken's Corner Breakfast and Lunch, great food, great atmosphere, and friendly service. 💕💕”

48 Sisters Restaurant LLC

4.2 Good 150 Reviews

2756 Main Street, Hartford · 3.49 miles

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“The food Is pretty good. The service isn't bad. It's just a bit unorganized and quite slow. They only accept cash, but they do have a ATM area. You can differently have a conversation and talk.It's in a church cafeteria. I would encourage. Trying to at least once. The turkey wings are my favorite from this location.”

49 El Sol Deli

4.6 Superb 208 Reviews

631 Main Street, Manchester · 4.78 miles

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“This young man Andrew is amazing, truly Amazing. I was pleased with his food, charm, mannerism and his staff. The food was excellent. He sold over 2500 empanadas today. The eat in diners couldn’t stop praising his dishes. The way he works with his customers is amazing. My hat off to him and his staff. Keep up the good work, Andrew. My family will be back for more. Five Stars”

50 Steve's Place

4.2 Good 142 Reviews

84 Market Square, Newington · 7.25 miles

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“We had a couple of sandwiches yesterday that were so good. We had an Italian Combo and a chicken Cutlet with sauce and peppers. Steve’s is always very fresh and delicious and we look forward to our next meal at Steve’s.”