18 Best Cocktail Bars near Wallingford

“Unique atmosphere with fabulous, diverse drinks.“

“What a great spot! Bartenders were extremely attentive. I had mentioned that I had seen a bathtub drink in previous reviews - but they were no longer offering it, however they made it for me anyway! I thought that was very nice. My friend and I loved our drinks. We also ordered food - it isn’t made on site but we were very happy with what we got (truffle fries, mozzarella, artichoke bites) . We would love to come again. Thanks for everything !“

“Delicious🥃Great service!!“

“This was our 2nd time going to Favio’s Trattoria for dinner. The food, atmosphere and service is great. The new owner David is very attentive and is an amazing chef.. Food was prepared to perfection.“

“can NEVER go wrong getting a Thursday nite sangwitch“

“*update: Bar Experience. The bar was very well equipped, the bartender ( Alex) was very attentive, knowledgeable and efficient. Carlos made sure everyone was tended and had what they needed. Great teamwork behind the bar. The food Experience at the bar matched that of the dining room experience. The bar and restaurant was busy but Alex, Carlos and all of the staff hustled and the food was hot, tasted wonderful and of course left me wanting desert. If you have not visited this establishment, you are missing out. Everything from their service, their extensive drink menu, their delicious "tapas", their creative specials, their daily menu to their tray of deserts is an experience. Come on by, I promise you will not be disappointed. Check out the updated Bar Experience pictures. A hidden Gem in downtown Southington. This is our second visit here and we are absolutely in love with this restaurant. From its eclectic decor, super attentive staff to its fabulously fantastic tasting tapas and entrees....where do I truly begin. The owners ( Rob, is always stopping by to say hello and check in) are visible and make you feel welcomed, my waitress Alyssa was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was delicious. The pictures below do no justice to the flavors that pop as you are eating them. You can't wait to come back. Oh I almost forgot....the drinks....the best Sangrias!!!! Yes! Sangrias...Sangrias!! You must stop by.“

“The staff was incredible! The food was amazing and the drinks were very tasty. Most definitely recommend and will be back.“

“The food is exceptional…creative and delicious. Great drinks as well. Awesome place.“

“I came the other night to check out a show there, and had a Dirty Chai and a Muffin. The Dirty Chai was the best I've had in New Haven so far. It's a nice place, but I wouldn't say it's an easy place to see a show. It's a very narrow space and it crowded badly enough that I got uncomfortable after the 2nd set and left, but if I came back for a show I know to come early.. the regulars pack the place out!“

“There's something about a small pouch of coins that a card just can't match!“

“Great bar, attentive service, pub grub menus with excellent wings. Make your own pasta dishes, pizza and entrees to round it out. Just open three months but a welcome addition to the area.“

“Hands down absolutely fanatic meal! Authentic Southern Flare at its BEST!! Kudos to Chef Joe!!We will be back again!“

“Just leaving Hop Haus in Plantsville and Sam was the best waitress and bartender! Good food and drinks were amazing! Definitely will be back again!❤️“

“Delicious food! Great service!“

“Friendly bartender, great vibe and food was priced fairly and was delicious.“

“Great neighborhoodie kinda bar. Plenty of big TVs, large selection of liquor and beer, great food, great staff and a very large parking lot. On occasion they have bands on the weekends but not quite as often as they used to. I've been going in there on and off well before this place was called Maloney's and I can say I have never seen a fight in there.“

“We loved this place when it first opened, but it seems like it’s under new ownership. It’s not necessarily “bad” now, but they have removed a lot of the aspects that gave it its charm (eg. visible guac bar, frequent mariachi band is now only Friday nights). Service is hit or miss but the food usually comes fast. It’s great that they seat you with chips and two dips to choose from. The food is good.

Beware if you have small children, I was informed that *none* of the high chairs in the building have working lap belts. If you have a rambunctious boy like we do, that makes enjoying the meal challenging. It’s too bad that this gem seems to be going downhill.“