33 Best American Restaurants near Tolland

“Love Love Love Monet’s table Food is always great Staff always helpful and professional Great menu Not the same old menus you see in most restaurants Atmosphere always beautiful Sometimes they have beautiful paintings hanging on the walls you can purchase My only regret is their hours Wish they were open all year six days and served lunch and dinner I know that’s selfish on my part Everyone has to have time off and vacations Saturday brunch is also very very good and reasonable See you soon at Monet’s“

“My husband George and I frequently go to our "neighborhood" SPOT in Tolland since it opened. It really feels like a home away from home where you can watch a game, collaborate with colleagues over dinner, have a birthday party or little league celebration. It is a place to go for all members of the family for any occasion. The main menu is thoughtful, and we look forward to the weekly specials which are delicious. Prime rib Thursdays is a favorite as well. They have specials on cocktails and mocktails with special touches like cranberries in the ice, or the chocolate drizzle in the Andes martini with whipped creme and Andes mint crumbles. We have not found anything that was not delicious and in appetizing and filling portions. They have adult homemade ice cream to crave! It has a slightly different ambiance in each corner, the sofa lounge area, the seated family dining area, the sports zone covered in big screen tv's and the bar area where you are treated like family and they remember what you like as soon as you sit down. I love their themed special events that pair delicious and unique appetizers, with bourbon, wine, whiskey while sommeliers and chefs discuss the flavor combinations introducing us to tastes that tantalize your whole palate while sharing the history or culture of what you are enjoying. In addition, they have trivia nights, karaoke, an annual car show in the fall, and other seasonal events. In moderate to mild weather, the outdoor covered area is great for listening to local bands and bringing people together. in a comfortable setting. The costs are comparable to other good restaurants, and well worth the experience. If there is any problem with your order (which can happen everywhere), they quickly remedy it. We appreciate the warm welcome every time we come in from the owner and his staff.“

“5 Stars – A Hidden Gem with Amazing Vibes and Even Better Bartenders!

The Trophy Room in Storrs, CT is hands down one of my favorite spots in town. Whether you’re looking to unwind after a long day or kick off a night out with friends, this place never misses. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between cozy and lively, and the drink selection is always on point.

What really sets Trophy Room apart, though, are the bartenders—especially Olivia and Allison. These two are absolute stars behind the bar. They’re not only incredibly skilled at crafting top-notch cocktails, but they also bring such good energy to the place. Friendly, attentive, and always down for a quick chat or a solid recommendation, they make you feel right at home every time.

Olivia and Allison elevate the whole experience, and honestly, they’re a big reason I keep coming back. If you haven’t checked out Trophy Room yet, do yourself a favor and stop by—just be ready to make it your new go-to spot!“

“We went to JRegos for the first time last night. We will definitely be back. The menu was fantastic , staff was attentive and the atmosphere was cozy. The food? Spectacular! Arancini( my husband makes a really good one so we were hesitant to try it but were pleasantly surprised) , bacon wrapped stuffed chix breast and jambalaya. Finished up with a slice of cake. 5 stars! Well done JRego’s“

“This place is a favorite of mine since childhood and one of my first stops when back in the area. Old-fashioned dairy bar. Have to try the Bernice original cheeseburger with the grill-fried cheese, fires and coleslaw. Great ice cream cones and sundaes, along with other diner classics.“

“My family and I visited this restaurant during UConn Family Weekend, the place was packed at all times, people coming and going constantly and they had large TVs showing various games. We were hosted/greeted by Ron, who was really nice despite having a full house, and kept a lively attitude. We were served by Faith, who was also kind and checked on us frequently.

We had the giant pretzel which was delicious, soft, and warm. We also had the boneless wings with bourbon sauce and the Baja burger, it was spicy but we like spicy!

Plus: We did witness a satisfying moment, when a drunk privileged group of 5+ people tried to skip the line claiming they had a “reservation” when this restaurant clearly does not take reservations and is first come first serve (they write your name on a list and text you when it’s your time up to the stand), The snobby/pretentious group tried to bribe the hosts with money and as much as they huffed and puffed to be seated “ASAP” they were turned down and for some reason, that made me love this place even more. With that said, be conscious of your group size and if you’re going on a game night, maybe stop in ahead of time to put your name on the list while you walk around the shops in that downtown area.“

“Just wonderful ! The beet salad with red quinoa and blackened chicken is so paleo healthy and the burgers high quality delish. Great cup of coffee too. Everything was cooked perfectly, seasoned perfectly. Gorgeous old house with fireplace. The home made clam chowder is a such a surprise - best we have had since we were children in Mystic !“

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

“My daughter and I stopped here on our way back from a UConn tour - I’m vegetarian and the Mediterranean pasta was one of the best pasta dishes I’ve ever had - highly recommend!!! My daughter ordered chicken and a side of fries, the fry order was huge for $5! I helped her eat the fries and we both couldn’t put a dent in it! Friendly staff, beautiful sunset view - if we are ever back in the area we will definitely stop back in!“

“Always delicious- we often order takeout and the order is always accurate, hearty portions and tasty! We love the pasta dishes, apps, burgers and seafood, great kids meals too!“

“The artichoke appetizer was amazing along with the prime rib dinner and the chicken forester!!! Huge dinner portions! Service was great also!!!! Would definitely go back!!“

“We were here for wing night, and the wings were delicious! We got Buffalo Hot and Sweet chili, with an order of fried mozzarella, which was also very good.

Our server, Sue, did an excellent job keeping tabs on us and was very friendly. The food arrived in a timely fashion and was just what we wanted.

We'll definitely be back.

PS we enjoyed the choice of music playing too!“

“Best pizza in town ! Tried out the new pesto pizza was amazing! Only place that has the best curly fries in Somers“

“So I go to Wood-n- tap Vernon to enjoy one of my favorite dish, calamari. I recently noticed that there is more peppers than there is calamari makes me wonder. Should I order peppers with calamari in it? I mean seriously. Going to wooden tap in Hartford and my dish was great. What is the difference between both places? Wood-n-Tap Vernon, we gotta do better on some dishes for Tappy Hour.“

“I had lunch at Vernon Friendly’s The food was good and the waitress was friendly. She did a great job. I did notice that it took some time to get the food. But the service was great and I will definitely be going there to have lunch there again.“

“There's something special about the old burger stands. And the men and women who work them!! Every time I come to Toms the food is great, service is friendly- regardless of how busy they are, and they are fighting this cold before us all to get there before us so we can have a delicious HOT breakfast or lunch 😋 I can't say enough good things about this classic burger stand“

“The best wings within 50 miles, and it’s not even close. Incredibly crispy, tender, and not an overwhelming amount of sauce. There are sauce options for anyone - around 20 different options.

A MUST for wings and tenders in the area. Happy hour is 4-6pm M-F.“

“I came here last night for the first time after a recommendation and so glad we did cause they did not disappoint. The decor is a little dated however we have the nicest waitress Natasha who made the evening so great. She was very prompt and friendly and really funny. The food portions were a generous size and everything we had was really good. We never once asked for water refills, she just kept them coming. Amazing staff. Amazing food. Will be returning to our new local favorite spot in the very near future and hopefully will get the same amazing waitress.“

“99 Vernon Ct excellent burgers and frys..always great atmosphere“

“Frequent flyer here. Love this restaurant. From the mussels and seafood bisque to the many yummy dinners. Will keep returning. Wait staff is the best food is awesome. If you haven't been here, your liss. I highly recommend!!“

“Great pool hall and bar, really chill people and great service every time I visit... some of the best players I know play here regularly.“

“most food is good.Do not get the french toast.very dissapointing. no cinnemon or vanilla in it. otherwise other food Ive had was good.very good service“

“We went for dinner and the food was fresh and was amazing! We will be going there again 🩷😁“

“The waffles were amazing. I stopped here on a whim while I was out riding around on the bike. The service was very friendly and checked on me often. My coffee cup was always filled. I'll definitely will be bringing my wife next time to this place.“

“Top notch friendly service. It was my first time here this weekend and had amazing gluten free options far more than most locations and they tasted AMAZING. The servers were all cheerful, helpful and friendly and the food was 12/10. I'll absolutely be back this is a GEM! the banana chocolate chip muffins are to die for! thanks all!“

“I'm very disappointed. Yesterday, we chose Bond 124 to gather with family after a family members funeral. It was not our first choice, but the other restaurant was closed for vacation. We had remembered attending a grad party at Bond in May that was fabulous, so we thought we would give it a try for lunch. It was about 12:30 p.m. on a Friday. There was one other table occupied and maybe one or two people at the bar. Our waitress was great at first, came right over, brought waters and provided menus. We ordered drinks, which she quickly got confused with, but we thought nothing of it. We placed our order and began our wait. About 20 minutes later, Sam came to the table and asked if we wanted our food orders brought all at once or as they were made because the cheese buger and chicken sandwich ordered was already cooked. We said sure, bring them out as they are made, assuming they would just be a few minutes apart. Nope! First of all, she brought out the cheesebuger and not the chicken sandwich. At least 15 minutes later, the deep dish pizzas ordered came out. At this time, she informed me my soup (which I ordered as my meal) was not available. I asked Sam what soups she did have, and she responded, "I don't know" (Not let me check). When I pushed to know, she huffed off and went to look. Now we had to ask for the chicken sandwich that still hadn't been brought out, at which time she said it was coming soon. We are now at least 30 minutes since the first meal hit the table, and I still didn't have my bowl of soup. Finally, the chicken sandwich came out, and still no soup. When my soup finally came out, everyone else at our table had already finished eating. Due to the sad event that brought us together in the first place, I didn't bother complaining, but to say we will not be back or recommend this restaurant is an understatement. With so few guests, how does this happen. Where was the manager??“

“good friendly service, delicious food in a clean atmosphere. always look forward to stop here between Boston and new York.“

“Went to a private birthday party in the vip room. There are 6 lanes,a bar and plenty of seating. The food was buffet style and it was ok, nothing to rave about. It was basically wings and pizza.It's a great place for a kids birthday party.“

“Excellent food quick service and reasonable prices“

“Great food friendly service“

“I decided to stop in The Vernon grill by accident About 6 months ago To pick up Lottery tickets and noticed they had a grill inside. So I decided to look at the menu and order one of their grilled signature sandwiches which was excellent. Since that day, I continue go to Go there. I find that they're food is excellent. I have never had a problem Ordering anything on their menu? It's always been delicious. The staff is very friendly and down to earth. I find that whenever I decided not to cook at home I always wind up at Vernon grill. I have found this establishment to be one that I enjoy a great deal. I continue to tell my friends and family to give it a try and they have enjoyed it very much. I have yet to have any negative experiences. I give them a 5 star rating for a fast food establishment which I have become a very satisfied customer. GREAT JOB VERNON GRILL WELL DONE“

“Hands down my favorite spot for wings. So many flavors.... dry seasoned or sauce.... whatever mood your in.... youll find wings to match it. Great beer. And a ton of different stuff bottled or on tap. And last but not least their prime rib...... brrrruuuuhhhhh. They have the best prime rib ive eaten at any restaraunti n ct. Do i recommend bidwell...... YES. Stupid question“

“The nostalgia around this place is out of this world. Heard Sue Bird and Diana Turasi brag about it while watching the final four and I can see why. Owners are always working, staff is one of the best in business, food is always warm, and the beer is always cold. What more could you ask for!

* Side note * Been known to see a few celebrities sneaking around the bar from time to time.“