50 Best American Restaurants near Northford

“I cannot say enough good things about the team at mill pond. Our event was executed flawlessly. The food was phenomenal and captured a wide range of dietary needs. I was also thrilled they raise their own cattle and use a local farm for many other menu items. The atmosphere was charming and the restaurant is overall Impeccably cared for. Highly recommend for large family dinners, functions, or even a night out!!Vegetarian options: Farm Veggies!! Delicious Vegetarian pasta!Parking: Multiple lotsKid-friendliness: Beautiful atmosphere with interesting relics to show kids.Wheelchair accessibility: All covered ramps for entries, almost no stairs except inside“

“Rare find! From the moment we walked in, we were made to feel welcomed. From the food to the amazing staff, it was all delicious and well made. The martini, mojito, and Shirley temple were all flavorful. We loved the chicken wings. My boys couldn't get enough of the fries. It was all topped off with three amazing desserts. We will be back!“

“Tavern never disappoints. I recommend reserving ahead of time or even just calling ahead as, while their location is cute and cozy, it is a bit small. We’ve been several times since we moved down the street last year. Their menu is often changing and the octopus is definitely our favorite. I always recommend this place to visitors.“

“Arturo’s stands as a vibrant beacon of breakfast brilliance, offering a Mexican fusion experience that promises a fiesta for your taste buds. Known for its mouthwatering breakfast creations and the best salsa in town, this establishment is a must-visit for those seeking a morning culinary escapade.Arturo’s takes breakfast to a whole new level with its Mexican fusion menu. Imagine waking up to the tantalizing aroma of huevos rancheros with a modern twist or savoring chilaquiles that dance on your palate with a burst of flavors. The breakfast creations are a symphony of textures and tastes, demonstrating a mastery of Mexican cuisine blended seamlessly with breakfast classics.No visit to Arturo’s is complete without indulging in their legendary salsa. Whether it’s the perfect balance of heat in their traditional salsa or the unique twists of their specialty variations, each bite is an explosion of freshness and spice. It’s the kind of salsa that elevates every dish it accompanies, setting Arturo’s apart as a salsa sensation in its own right.Arturo’s is a standout destination for those who appreciate bold flavors, inventive twists, and a culinary journey that starts the day on a high note. Whether you’re a breakfast enthusiast or a fan of Mexican cuisine, Arturo’s beckons with a promise of a morning fiesta that lingers in your memory.“

“Atmosphere is great, quiet warm and cozy. nice bar and open kitchen. Staff is friendly and attentive. Price is a bit high but Everything was great... Besides the Meatballs. ($18) Seemed frozen. Or cooked bad Tough to break apart, chunky texture. Sauce kind of Bland. I'd give em a 5/10 My wife a 4/10. Would still go back as everything else was great“

“The vibes, the drinks, the experience is worth trying. I love the ever changing menu-- like a different experience everytime. Good apps. Not for a large party but I would say a group of 6 would be max. Make reservations. Service is good-- they make great recs.“

“Here is another first visit for us, Hornets Nest Deli in Branford. While driving from East Haven through Branford we came upon the Hornets Nest Deli. The parking which is more than adequate was loaded with vehicles at 1:10P.M. thats a good sign for me. So we stopped in, first impression everyone knows everyone, lots of conversations going on very clean and lots of seating. Then you look over to the side wall and see the menu, yikes , many options available panini, sub, sandwiches and wraps, not to mention a very large choice of salads. we settled on splitting a #21 sub, grilled chicken with avocado, bacon lettuce and tomato with a balsamic vinaigrette. PERFECT, fresh bread chicken done just right a great sub. Great menu, great food, great service and a friendly staff, what more could you ask for.“

“The end of an era, well a decade... Michael the Manage and Sommelier worked his last night on Saturday:( going to be missed! He was always there to greet us and recommend a new bourbon for me and drink for my wife. And to guide us on the latest specials offered. We definitely plan to visit where he lands next. And yes, another delicious meal from the friendly and attentive staff at Zinc! Love that they always have our favorite staples on the menu and great alternative specials. Go, eat, enjoy:)“

“Awesome place!!! Been there several tines and had a wonderful time. I took my grandson and friend along with my family and the friends mom. We had snacks and the food, drinks and service were outstanding!!! Staff very friendly. The boys played some video games but mostly played virtual golf. Plan to go back again. Also, went to a 40th birthday party!! Great venue for a party. Such a nice place for an afternoon or night out!!!“

“Dangle's is a black-owned business in well established downtown. The restaurant is nice and quaint giving you the feels of being connected to the owner and staff. The food was delicious - delivered hot and fresh. The staff were friendly and accommodating. It behooves anyone reading this to try this place out. You won't be disappointed.“

“This place is such a hidden gem. Delicious food and good gluten free options. Honestly one of the best burgers in Guilford! Sitting outside in when it is nice out is peaceful and relaxing and the outdoor furniture is pleasantly comfortable!“

“Easily accessible and in walking distance of the New Haven green. Got brussels sprouts and a large pizza. The brussels sprouts were cut and fried in a unique way I had never seen before but it was quite delicious. The pizza was also quite good although a little too much garlic for my tastes (and i love garlic)“

“Slowest service ever. Unless your gonna stay for a few hours i don't recommend ordering food. Though the food is good. Ive been here serveral times and always food took 30 minutes or longer to be served this is a big complaint among their customers. The servers weren't the nicest.. though once i weren't and there was a very ocomidatiting young lady gave her fat tip. For a really good time at Lynons i recomend you eat before you go there. Last time i went staff was under age i had to get up and get my parties n my drinks. The Bar staff are the best . Nice vibe entertainment is always on point. They have great parking off street. It's also hard to find even with GPS. It sits back in the cut and the sign is small so if your not familiar with its location slow down nd look hard.“

“Literally just left after having the best lunch! My fiancé and I are new to CT and we’ve been desperately trying to find a cool spot with great food. We got the miso and lime mussels and poutine with our beers and it was SO GOOD! Simple but delicious. The portions were huge. The service was great and the beer was even better! So happy to finally find a great restaurant close to home!“

“OMG! this place is the Bomb! I had the monster Bacon Veggie omelette with the bacon on the side! Friendly staff and a traditional cafe with counter and booth seating where you can watch the Maestro at work! Parking on street and behind the restaurant?“

“Nice place for a morning. Great food, good service, good atmosphere. I ordered a hot chocolate (not a coffee guy), a Belgium waffle, and a side of bacon. All of that food was amazing and I highly recommend this place if you're bored and hungry in the morning! Good cafe!“

“Super-clean diner with easy on-off access to the major highways in Meriden. Got a special omelette with ham & tomato mixed into the fresh eggs, mozzarella inside. Delicious! Plentiful home fries fresh off the griddle slightly browned. Toast perfect and coffee really good. Clean bathroom. Very reasonable prices. Check them out you'll be very happy you did!“

“2024) Even better service than when I first visited this diner. They serve all of the classic diner offerings. They have plenty of space for gatherings, meetings, etc. Plenty of parking spaces too.2017) I live nearby and I've wanted to try this place. It has easy access to I91. The food presentation and quality was great. The service was also good.“

“Nestled away from North Main Street is this hidden gem of Italian food. Their marinara sauce is delicious and their portions are just right. It can be a little noisy but it's a good dinner spot for the area ( even if it may take a minute to find parking don't let that deter you.)Parking: Not a lot of parking but worth the effort.“

“Cool venue and good food. Abysmal service, but it seemed like a randomly very busy Thursday, server seemed like he was doing his best, but it also seemed like he had too many tables. Burrata salad, duck, and Library were all delicious, and the PBJ Old Fashioned was absolutely fantastic!“

“Lots to try here, breakfast, dinner and pizza. Tried breakfast here, everything was standard breakfast, nothing really stood out. Did I have everything on the menu, no. One bad thing, not a fan of the French toast at all, no flavor and when cut into, it was white bread through and through, nothing soaked in. It was funky and bad. Dinners here during the week are really cool. Keep in mind it's just a deli and not lots of seating. I had the prime rib with garlic mashed and veg. All were really good at a reasonable price and meals are available to go. I had pizza here twice now cuz I was impressed the first time. Thin crust with pepperoni, was really good . Went back for just a cheese, and I'm seeing some things and would caution the bussiness. There is a difference in thin crust as a style of pizza versus making the biggest profit using the least ingredients . Cheese was sparse as well as sauce. Workers are really nice here, kind of a cheers vibe here , everybody knows your name“

“Great place. I’ll have to make it a point to work it into the calendar more. Beer was excellent. 24 different beers on tap I believe. Burger was great - big and delicious and my wife enjoyed her wrap. Bonus points for the King Diamond and Rob Halford photos on the wall. I didn’t get to check out all the prints. Cool spot. We’ll be back.“

“Yesterday we celebrated my daughter’s baptism at home, and Cody was simply amazing through the whole thing! She answered all my questions as well as set up decorations I had and provided great service throughout my event! The food was delicious and all came out hot and together for our 25 person party! The Space was separated by three large bookcases so it felt private enough, but wasn’t completely secluded. We had an amazing day and will definitely come back to home for our next events! I’m“

“prices on the menu are not the same as what I was charged; when I politely brought this up with my server I was met with hostility and I heard her and who I assumed to be the manager speaking very loudly and poorly about me; the whole situation made me entirely uncomfortable despite being upcharged 8 dollars that I paid my bill and promptly left after being treated poorly about the discrepancy. The food and atmosphere great, but poor service absolutely-- and I work at a restaurant as a server...“

“Seen on Instagram and decided since we were in the area to stop by. Crab Cakes 1/10. Clam Chowder 9/10. Seafood Combination 8/10. 1.25 lb Lobster was 8/10. Overall enjoyed dinner for two $135 w tip. No refill on sodas :(If your in the area and want seafood, I would stop by. Cool vibe, safe location and didn’t disappoint except crab cakes!Vegetarian options: LimitedDietary restrictions: Probably not best placeParking: Gravel parking lotKid-friendliness: Seen kids“

“The food and service are amazing. The portion sizes are large and you will have enough to take home. Throughly enjoyed myMushroom risotto, My husband had the skirt steak and my daughter had the Meatloaf. MyYounger daughter had the crab cake appetizer for a main dish and said it was very good. There was s complimentary cheese board with olives, excellent! Every dish was flavorful. The drinks were just as good. I had a cosmo and it was on par. Definitely recommended. The lemon cello cake was also so good. I took it to go and ate it when I got home. Definitely glad I did not pass this up“

“I had dinner here last week, this was my first time after hearing about it from others.The menu had items I didn't normally see on a pub or sports bar menu. All good choices. Those wraps and french fries deserve a shout out. Even a few offerings of some Ceasars salad with perfectly grilled chicken. Yes, the menu and the food is great.The great choices from the bar for drinks and beer. The food and the atmosphere was great.A special mention to the servers. GiGi is a fine addition to any bar and Ricky Lanno makes it his mission to ensure customer satisfaction.For a drink, a place for friends to gather, or a place for a bite out. Rally Caps deserves your consideration.I would highly suggest you try it out. I will definitely be back again.Loved it.Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for special events. I do now!PaulaDr. Paula Fradiani Ed.D.Dietary restrictions: Great salads with chicken or beef additions. I really enjoyed it.“

“Nice little breakfast place. Unfortunately, we sat near 2 older, opinionated men who used racial words in their discussion, loud enough for all to hear how they feel about other races. The food was real good and it was reasonably priced. We will return and hope for a better surrounding of “

“Steak and cheese. Onion rings. The Best around. Family owned since I was a kid. I remember nick cooking and sitting at the end of counter. The kids kept the same quality food. I could also suggest the hotdogs, fried shrimp and hamburgers. Love this place“

“small local restaurant that serves delicious food, reasonably priced with a friendly waitstaff. Open for breakfast and lunch with take out options. ...This small local restaurant shouldn't be overlooked, stop in, you won't be disappointed!“

“Lobster tacos were a fun twist on the lobster roll. They were amazing. We also had the lobster nachos. This place isn't shy about giving you a nice portion of lobster. You'll have to forgive the missing taco as I shoved it in my face before thinking to take a “

“There's a good amount of parking in their lot that runs alongside the Farmington Trail. There's indoor and outdoor seating available. Inside is comfortable, with a diner atmosphere in a well maintained and clean restaurant. The food is very good with reasonable sized servings at good prices. Definitely will be back!“

“Yesterday my wife and I had the pleasure of finding a new, to us, go to place. We were attending a Drag show that a friend of ours was a part of and we didn't know what to expect from a restaurant in and old gas station. Well hang onto your hats folks because you are in for a great experience. Jo, the manager has got to be the sweetest thing on this earth since sugar cane. She kept everything moving smoothly while having a constant smile. Kevin, our server, should give classes in how to be a waiter. Attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and again, smiling all the time. All that is well and good but how about the food? I ordered the "Hail Mary" bloody mary. On another day this could have served as my lunch. It is topped with the most delicious hamburg slider, with a side of a perfectly cooked bacon slice and two grilled shrimp. The taste of the burger had me looking for the charcoal grille. So, the presentation was great but the taste of the drink surpassed the look. I highly suggest you give it a try. I ordered the Valdese Burger for breakfast, Another perfectly cooked burger, topped with and egg and hollandaise with a side of a ton of tater tots, yes, tater tots. The waffle my wife had was cooked perfectly and she said the taste was outstanding. We live an hour and a half away, it is worth the trip. She also said, the coffee could make or break a good meal, well, this coffee just added to the overall excellence of the meal. The place was noisy which was to be expected due to the show being presented, Noisy, but, oh so much fun. The place is great. Make it a part of your "places to try" this summer. You will thank me.“

“Tried Jimmy's Pizza for the first time last night. I was craving a greek style pizza with a thicker crust. My husband went and picked it up and there was a child's birthday party going on and it was utter chaos inside the restaurant with children running around screaming and trying to get into the kitchen. My husband said the staff was doing their best trying to keep the children out of the back but it was pretty crazy. We ordered the meat pizza and it was supposed to be ready just before 6pm. They were running behind and it was another 15-20 minutes before it was ready. I do have to say that the pizza was fantastic. The crust was buttery and light. The sauce was tangy with the perfect amount of cheese and toppings. We will definitely be ordering again. Hopefully next time we will miss the birthday party. LOL.“

“Don't be scared if the lot looks full - there is plenty of space inside. We stopped by for breakfast and had omelettes. The service was fantastic and the food was cooked just right.We plan to add this to our regular breakfast spots to visit.“

“Hidden gem on the water in a boat storage yard. We went for brunch Food was fresh and well prepared staff was pleasant, attentive and well informed. I travel with a vegan and a vegetarian this place was perfect for us lots of options for all. The layered dip had just the right amount of heat with great flavor highly recommend sharing this dish to start Avocado toast was brought to another level with a pesto base under the avocado and tomato’s with a balsamic drizzle on top. Cali burrito has the fries inside tasty and unexpected. Lobster roll perfectly grilled bun heaped with fresh lobster meat they happily substituted broccolini for the fries that usually come with it. Looking forward to returning and trying the outdoor dining area looks great was a bit cold and dreary outsideVegetarian options: Great vegetarian and vegan selections the layered dip is a must try. Everything was super fresh“

“It was very popular on a Friday evening. It was too crowded for us to stay as we had an event that we needed to get to. Would like to try again when we weren't on a schedule.Parking: Lot behind the restaurant. Spaces not clearly lined, so some drivers make their own spaces.“

“Came here for the first time after living in the area for 30 years. It was a fundraiser and was pleasantly surprised how good the food was. This is a local establishment that has many loyal customers, especially during Saint Patrick. They had eggplant rotini , it was delicious. They also had stuffed mushrooms. That were very good. They also had two versions of stuff, potato skins, and breaded fried fried chicken. They were good. Nice small local place to gather and eat good bar food.“

“We just did take out and it was great! My husband had the salmon, I had the short ribs and we got an order of the hush puppies. Everything was hot and tasted great at home. We also had an order of the cheesecake egg rolls which were a great sweet treat. Definitely will be back!“

“Honestly can't beat how delicious the burgers are, and for such a fair price..! We used to order from Prime 16, but Christopher Martins does burgers better. They seem to have a better handle of how to actually cook them right, so we have switched!4/5 on atmosphere but only due to inside smelling strongly of beer (fair enough). Attaching a picture of the cajun fries – absolutely delicious. The onion rings are a little different (think "shoestring" onion rings) but very tasty“

“Went there with a group. It was busy in bar with limited seating so plan ahead. Everyone had a good time and was happy with their food. My doob wings were fantastic as well as the burger. Maddy our server was witty and dealt with our nonsense like a true pro. Definitely coming back.“

“Love this place. From the decor to the service to the freshhhh margs (fresh squeezed lime juice). We've been here a couple times and will continue to come back. The food is also amazing and love their diverse menu, makes it easy to go there with anyone !“

“This is one of the top three bars in New Haven. The owner takes pride in sourcing the most interesting and delicious wines. The ambience is mystical, intimate and charming, all at the same time and the music selection is always on point. Additionally, take a look at their menu as they have tons of tasty offerings on small plates. This is a must try!“

“Not sure why but we hadn't been here in years. Last night's dinner was fantastic in terms of the staff, the food, the service, the environment, everything. Definitely will be back on a more regular basis. Cannot recommend the food quality enough.“

“As a born and raised Meriden resident. I like to appreciate steamed cheeseburgers are native to Connecticut and that Kevin has made a successful franchise with respects to Ted's. I used to visit the bar that serve these same burgers I like the new taste the cheese blend. And how the business has grown. the employees are always warm . The location on East main is quick easy and always satisfying“

“A tiny take out only shop. There is no place to sit, no WC. The salad is very good though, fresh, ample size, great mix of vegetables and lettuce, flat bread, dressings. The drink menu is very good as well.The place is expensive, though. 12$ for a salad is a bit high. 6$ for a drink. But the food is healthy and tastes quite good.Service was fast, but a line forms faster. Expect to wait. Service was terse, not friendly, but that might be the pressure of the line.They is only street parking. The place is close to Yale, so there is lots of traffic. Order ahead if you can.“

“This is the place for you if you appreciate excellent customer service, savory, delicious food that tastes like momma made it, and a good laugh with great people. Cannot say enough about what a wonderful little place this is. Thank you Sara and Karen for cooking it with love every single time.“

“Food, service, ambiance, and cost were excellent. 6 dinner, 2 apps, 12 cocktails. I had the veal chop special and was delicious and a huge portion. The leftovers were even great a few days later, rewarmed, in the oven, not the microwave. Old school Italian feel with original dishes. Definitely recommend.“

“We had a wonderful late lunch at South Bay. We ordered wine and specialty cocktails. I had the Bermuda Bliss and it certainly was blissful! We ordered from the tapas menu: duck breast, lamb lollipops (so flavorful) and calamari (not fried) were the best. Topped it off with desert. For tapas, it was generous. The vibe was dressy casual. Lovely decor and table settings. The wait staff was top notch. This is my second time eating here and not my last“

“This is a small Eatery that you would pass by without even knowing. I've eaten here before and totally forgot about it. The gentleman cooking my food, I assume to be the owner, has a great way of doing business. On this particular day, he did everything himself, and there were a few people eating. He made homemade chicken pot pie in a bowl with a toasted bread topping. It was actually really good.I found it to be a little pricey, but what a great lunch. Something you're not going to get anywhere else“