New American Restaurants near Washington, CT

“Had a great time! the staff and diners all made my daughter's 21st birthday a great one! Thank you!“

“Great ambience sitting outside near the beautiful waterfall stream! The food is absolutely delectable!“

“AMAZING. Should be Michelin star!“

“Went on Friday night and enjoyed an amazing dinner. One of the friends with us is Vegan and it was so nice to have vegan options for her as well. Service was fantastic, never waited on anything. A special touch is the owner visits each table to ensure we are enjoying ourselves and the food. Totally recommend to anyone looking for a nice, cozy and quiet restaurant where you can actually have a conversation.“

“I had my Birthday dinner at john’s cafes and it was really delicious,I would highly recommend it for any occasion, love eating there ❤️❤️💯💯“

“So happy to have not only na beer options but also a delicious mock tail. Food and service were great too.“

“Meatloaf with potato wedges and blackeyed peas 10/10 Steak sandwich with homemade chip 10/10 Very tasty muffins 10/10 Blonde with ice cream, candied nuts, chocolate and caramel Off the charts! Will definitely be back! Nice atmosphere, Amy was the absolute best along with all the other staff. We will definitely be back!“

“We planned a weekend getaway at the Winvian Farm over the July 4th weekend, staying two nights—one in the Beaver Lodge and the next in the Woodlands. Both accommodations were beautifully unique, and as we explored the grounds, it became clear that each lodge offers something special and distinct.

We thoroughly enjoyed our meals, drinks, and time at the pool both days. While we had initially planned to dine at the fine dining restaurant, we unfortunately didn’t get a chance to. However, we did experience the main floor restaurant on our first night, and the food was full of flavor with a thoughtful menu.

The staff stood out throughout our stay—attentive, warm, and genuinely enthusiastic about ensuring guests have a great experience. From the initial welcome to dining service and even room service, we felt well taken care of. Special thanks to Erin, the manager, the attendant at the pool (whose name we sadly forgot), and the kind woman who helped us after a bicycle mishap—each of them left a strong, positive impression.

On that note: a word of caution about the bicycles provided on the property. They feature reverse pedal brakes and no gear shift, which makes navigating hills and gravel paths quite challenging. If you’re not used to this type of setup, it can be tricky—and in our case, a slip led to a tumble into the shrubs (thankfully, just shrubs!). When we raised our concerns, we were told, “you ride at your own risk.” Not quite the response we expected. These bikes are meant for paved, flat surfaces – not hills.

That aside, if you’re planning a stay, you’ll find peace, beauty, great food, drinks, and exceptional staff. Just maybe skip the bikes, unless you're really confident—and maybe wear more than just a helmet, because the trees and shrubs don’t hold back!“

“Fabulous!! Great vibe n food fantastic. Definitely recommend. Diane and Cameron most welcoming“

“awesome in every way. People are awesome. food is always top notch“

“As always, Winvian is a true gem. It is outstanding in every way! The cuisine, service and overall ambiance are very seldom found. I have literally eaten in some of the best restaurants throughout the world as I traveled extensively for many years on business. I, without reservation, put Winvian in the top tier of the very best.“

“Rachel’s did a Celebration of Life catering event for us very recently. Everything was delicious and fresh. Good size portions. Perfect in every way. Staff accommodating as well. Highly recommend“

“I’ve been to a lot of New Milford’s restaurants but I have to say the service at The Abbey was exceptional and the food was excellent and reasonably priced. Given how many eateries don’t survive over time; they are the model for a sustaining and thriving food service business. My wife had the Chicken Cordon Bleu, and I had the Chicken Caesar salad. Both were excellent and the portion size and portion per price was very good. Even the water tasted excellent. If I had one complaint it would be that the noise level was a little high, but it is a pub style restaurant where you can watch a game.“

“Clean pool, healing atmosphere, my favorite getaway in CT“

“My wife and I stopped for lunch. We love the atmosphere and the staff were very friendly. Our waitress Breanna was absolutely delightful. She was so friendly and did a terrific job. We highly recommend this place and we will definitely be back!!!“

“The food was delicious. The staff was courteous and the service was efficient. My lunch consisted of the chopped salad and the hibiscus refresher, whereas my fiancé had the falafel wrap with fries.“

“Good food Amazing bartender Good drinks I love it“