Hard Hat Tavern
$ • Bar & Grill, Bars, American
Hours:
181 N Colony Rd, Wallingford
(203) 626-5190
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I love it there, but some of the recent changes I’m unhappy with. For example, no more lotto or Keno, no more being able to hang out with the awesome workers after their shift.
Best burgers n fries around! Friendly, laid back atmosphere. Great way to end a stressful work week!
Great service and great people
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Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 11PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 11PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 11PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 11PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 12AM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 12AM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 11PM |
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Based on recent reviews, Hard Hat Tavern offers a welcoming atmosphere with warm and fun vibes, making it a great spot for a date night or a pre-concert meal. The wait staff and bartenders are consistently praised as amazing, sweet, and cheerful, with servers noted for being fast, polite, and thoughtful. The customer service is a highlight, with employees described as attentive and the kitchen staff taking pride in presenting their plates.
The food receives mixed feedback. Some meals are described as hot and perfect, such as the steak salad with perfectly cooked meat and a well-balanced chopped salad, or the Buffalo chicken dip with a fair amount of chicken and enough spice for flavor. However, other experiences note issues: a burger could have used some seasoning, a New York strip burger also lacked seasoning, and a Long Island did not taste proper. There have been recent problems with a pitcher of Coors Lite that was cloudy and tasted of vinegar, and the restaurant has run out of panini bread and soup and tater tots. While the food is typically very good and drinks are good when available, some regulars feel the experience is going downhill and are considering switching locations.