Restaurants in Middletown
Best Restaurants
“Amazing ambiance, incredible food, and friendly service. The bartenders make delicious drinks and the small plates are unique and phenomenal. One of my favorite restaurants.”
“One of the best vegan restaurants in CT. If you haven’t tried their food, you’re missing out! My favorite is their mac-n-cheese, nachos, and burgers. They had a special dessert one night- apple cobbler- omg it was so delicious, a piece of heaven on earth lol. Love this place, never disappoints. #”
“1100000/10 recommend this amazing restaurant! I had my Valentine's Day date here today and I was absolutely blown away with how delicious every single thing that came out of that kitchen was. The atmosphere was perfect for our romantic date. I truly felt the love in every bite! already planning my birthday dinner here next month! thank you ❤️❤️”
“I can believe we didn’t try this amazing restaurant until tonight. I can’t say enough about the excellent service and attention paid to our party. Top notch recommendations made for the best tasting meal I have had in a long time. We will enjoy this fantastic place many times in the future as our staple for high quality and superb food. Thank you for the exceptional evening and we look forward to joining you again in the very near future!”
“My husband and I went to Fiore II on the way home from a trip. It was a great find. Awesome service by Jimmy and another young man. Lovely atmosphere, but most importantly the food was amazing. So many choices. We will be back and are considering catering for holiday parties this year. Thank you.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Beyond fun atmosphere and food and drinks were delicious and different. Plus staff actually seems like they LIKE being there...love that feeling... and have been back twice since my wedding dress shopping daughter took us the first time to celebrate finding the dress!”
“Had a fantastic lunch this afternoon with my husband and two dogs. The patio is absolutely gorgeous! The staff was great and they are very dog-friendly! The service was quick and the waitstaff were very nice. The food and drink were incredible, already planning to go back!”
“Very cool ambiance and extensive menu. The biggest portion sizes I have ever seen, myNani would have been proud. Plan on having leftovers for lunch and dinner the next day.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Wanted to try something different tonight from GrubHub. I’ve gotten Halal food from a food truck in New Haven which I love. I saw Shah’s Halal Food in Orange and said let me try it. OMG, I feel like I got it from the food truck and am in HEAVEN right now. Whoever made this made it EXACTLY how I like it. Thank you Shah’s - I Will Be Back!!! I promise!!!”
“Sal worked with us for my grandsons baptism party. The roast beef was tender and flavorful. Lemon chicken was amazing. Roasted vegetables with hot peppers, WOW! Roasted potatoes, fantastic! Portions are more than expected. Sal is wonderful to work with and you will not be disappointed with the food”
“Excellent food and service in a small quiet restaurant. The waiter helped us pick the food as it was our first time trying Ethiopian food. I am hooked and ordered more food to go. Highly recommend.”
“Stopped in for lunch on a Saturday and was greeted and seated immediately. The menu caters to vegan as well as meat lovers. The food is absolutely delicious. A small space authentically decorated with Tibetan decor. Highly recommend visiting!!”
“I fell in love with Birria tacos recently during a visit to TX, so I was really looking forward to trying this food truck. It was a big disappointment. $32 for three small tacos and a quesadilla? They didn’t even include the consome which is a signature part of the Birria experience. You had to pay extra for it. We asked if they had any chicken or shrimp options, which are listed on their website…nope. Just beef, which was pretty bland. Sorry, wanted to like ya, but one and done.”
“Went with some friends… 3 adults and 1 toddler. Seating is comfortable and they have high chairs for the kids. Pros: Service was great a very friendly staff. The food was amazing and fresh! Highly recommended. Everything was so fresh and presented nice on the plates. Cons: food took over an hour to get to our table- they seem to have a good pick up/carry out orders which could be why it takes awhile. If you are all adults and have time to relax then it’s perfect- if you have kids I recommend you order take out.”
“Based on one visit by two with 3 shared veggie dishes on not a busy nite. Food was as good as expected. Sharing is best to experience a variety of tastes. Menu clearly shows veggie on one page and meats on another.”
“Ordered a chicken quesadilla entree, very generous portion for the price I paid. And wow the food was amazing! The staff is super friendly and the customer service was beyond excellent! Give them a visit if your around Middletown CT. Highly recommend La Placita!”
“The Southern BLT was amazing. Great combination of textures and flavors. Everything was superb...from bread choice (and how well toasted) to fillings to spread/sauces.”
“The absolute best staff and a huge fan of the New England blend. I can’t say enough about the staff at Middletown so professional and courteous and always spot on”
“One of the best vegan restaurants in CT. If you haven’t tried their food, you’re missing out! My favorite is their mac-n-cheese, nachos, and burgers. They had a special dessert one night- apple cobbler- omg it was so delicious, a piece of heaven on earth lol. Love this place, never disappoints. #”
“We just enjoyed THE BEST and most beautiful carrot cake from the wonderful women at Sweet Harmony Bakery. You can tell that these folks love what they do— it was extra special and meant a lot to the birthday girl !”
“A real family diner right on main Street in Middletown. Walk inside. Take a seat at a table or take a seat at the counter, either way, you'll be served quickly. Food is fresh made right in front of your eyes, and the conversation is always flowing.”
“1100000/10 recommend this amazing restaurant! I had my Valentine's Day date here today and I was absolutely blown away with how delicious every single thing that came out of that kitchen was. The atmosphere was perfect for our romantic date. I truly felt the love in every bite! already planning my birthday dinner here next month! thank you ❤️❤️”
“I can believe we didn’t try this amazing restaurant until tonight. I can’t say enough about the excellent service and attention paid to our party. Top notch recommendations made for the best tasting meal I have had in a long time. We will enjoy this fantastic place many times in the future as our staple for high quality and superb food. Thank you for the exceptional evening and we look forward to joining you again in the very near future!”
“Wonderful craft beers and ciders are only the first attribute of Stubborn Beauty. The knowledgeable and kind staff make one feel welcome at their beautiful facility in a former 19th century brick factory building. You can BYOF takeout of choice to enjoy with their drinks either inside the brewery or at one the many picnic tables on their elegant outdoor terrace. This is a great place to hold functions like parties, fundraising galas, etc.”
“This place is awesome the food is wonderful the staff is very attentive you don’t wait long for someone to help you every thing my hostess recommended I got and she did not lie awesome experience”
“This review is long overdue. Hachi is perhaps one of the best, if not the best, restaurants in the area. I go so often that the manager Maggie knows my order by heart! I always feel respected and welcomed when I go and my food is delicious. I wish they were open on Tuesdays so I could go every day of the week!”
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“I ordered the spicy beef ramen it was amazing! The beef was tender and flavorful as well as the broth. I've tried several ramen spots in CT and this is the best I've had so far. Can't wait to go back and try the tonkotsu and sushi.”
“Double Thumbs up from me.. Great place to go for your all kinds of Nepalese and Indian foods! Awesome awesome ppl Mr. Pandey, his family and, and the Havili crew! We all family can't wait to go there again!! Don't forget to check them out.. Enjoy!! ��”
“I ordered delivery during lunch time. They have some really great lunch special options, so it seemed like the perfect time to try this place. I ordered the beef negimaki bento box which came with soup, salad, a california roll, rice, and some yakitoried veggies. I was able to add one some tempura for 3 dollars extra and I sure did. Everything was absolutely delicious. It came quickly, and was hot. The tempura (two shrimps, a carrot, and a sweet potato) were crispy, light, and delicious. The salad had the classic carrot ginger dressing I love so much. The negimaki was good, the sauce was not too sweet, and the veggies and california roll all tasted great.I would absolutely order here again, the price was reasonable and the food was delicious.”
“This place is awesome the food is wonderful the staff is very attentive you don’t wait long for someone to help you every thing my hostess recommended I got and she did not lie awesome experience”
“Loving the vibe of krust. Always a cozy spot for friends to meet and have a night out on Main Street. Great services, great food, great drinks, and never gets old! Wish there was a location closer to Simsbury in our area! Pictures say it all. Huge fan of the pepperoni pies and hanger steak special appetizers.”
“Its a very nice place to eat but i had take-out. I liked the boneless wings got honey BBQ and honey mild. I was disappointed about the fries though but overall the food good.”
“Great beer selection. Fun atmosphere. I had catfish tacos. The fish was fine, but the mix didn’t work together well. The rest of our party loved their food. Really great service.”
“I only recently learned that this tapas bar existed in Middletown’s Main Street Market, and I’m so glad that I visited! They had a huge menu with choices to fit anyone’s preferences. Highlights for us were the paella, croquettes, and even the Brussels salad because it had such a great truffle flavor! Their drinks were fantastic - we’re still talking about the Barbie one we had in a unique glass! Definitely save room for the delicious chocolate strawberry cake for dessert. Loved the ambiance, and our server was professional and attentive!”
“We went not knowing soft opening. Food and staff was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend.Dietary restrictions: It was my daughters 18th birthday. There are no GF items on dessert menu which she was fine with.. but they took the time to create a dessert for her birthday and sing. I cannot say enough”
“My favorite Chinese food place in the area. Great food, wonderful owners and prices are great. I love their broccoli in garlic sauce, my husband loves their general tso. Friend rices are great too. Lunch specials are so awesome-so much food!”
“I've been going to China city for years it is by far the best Chinese in middletown everything is excellent I love it and the portions are above and beyond So if you feel like Chinese there's only 1 place to go!!!!!”
“My first experience trying dosa and I was impressed! This is a decent size restaurant in a plaza, and it had a steady crowd even though we dined later on a Sunday. Every table had an order of dosa and after trying it I can understand why. The dosa was filling and flavorful. A hidden gem!”
“I used to come from wallingford to purchase food from this restaurant. Everything was fresh, shrimp rolls, spring rolls excellent, the cabbage used was actually green, so it was fresh! All meals were excellent quality. I haven't been there in years so I can't say if the menu is the same quality as before.”
“Loving the vibe of krust. Always a cozy spot for friends to meet and have a night out on Main Street. Great services, great food, great drinks, and never gets old! Wish there was a location closer to Simsbury in our area! Pictures say it all. Huge fan of the pepperoni pies and hanger steak special appetizers.”
“Excellent food. Their crispy phad thai is exceptional. The sauce is outstanding. Dumplings are great and Royal Golden Palace soup is loaded with shrimp and goodies that make it a meal in itself. The satay and sauces are delectable. Will definitely return.”
“Great beer selection. Fun atmosphere. I had catfish tacos. The fish was fine, but the mix didn’t work together well. The rest of our party loved their food. Really great service.”
Takeout Restaurants
“I was pleasantly surprised to find such a spot for light snacking and entertainment on the Middletown strip. I believe Back Again Cafe proves itself to be a great central hub location to meet friends, dates, and family for great snacks, drinks, and games! My friends and I like to meet to play MTG. Friendly and helpful staff, and a terrific space with high ceilings and large windows for people watching.”
“BEST PLACE EVER!! Ice cream was my love but since going here, their Italian ice & gelato is my absolute FAV! Such an amazing hidden gem in Middletown, I usually buy pints to keep me happy through winter when they close. Great customer service, clean store inside, a variety of options, and they give you a lot for the cost. Vecchittos has my heart.”
“We have been to the Bergen House numerous times and it never disappoints! The owners and staff are so friendly and the service is spot on! The mead is delicious and we love stopping in to see what new flavors they have come up with! My favorites this time were Larry and Blueberry!”
“My husband and I went to Fiore II on the way home from a trip. It was a great find. Awesome service by Jimmy and another young man. Lovely atmosphere, but most importantly the food was amazing. So many choices. We will be back and are considering catering for holiday parties this year. Thank you.”
“Beyond fun atmosphere and food and drinks were delicious and different. Plus staff actually seems like they LIKE being there...love that feeling... and have been back twice since my wedding dress shopping daughter took us the first time to celebrate finding the dress!”
“Had a fantastic lunch this afternoon with my husband and two dogs. The patio is absolutely gorgeous! The staff was great and they are very dog-friendly! The service was quick and the waitstaff were very nice. The food and drink were incredible, already planning to go back!”
“I've been meaning to try this brewery for a while now. Glad I finally got a chance to visit. No frills, casual atmosphere. Quality beer on tap. I definitely recommend the Stargazer and the Remington. Happy to have so many quality brewery choices in CT.”
“Salsa's 3 catered our NYE party this year. Talon goes here for lunch all the time and we love Salsa's. We are overwhelmed with how great the catering is! We knew the food would be great because it always is. But they worked with us on portions when we got our headcount. This saved us money and allowed us to buy a greater number of items. Ignore the online catering menu and go in and talk to them since they will break anything down to a half tray and really help you have a great event. Super impressed, 100% recommend and we will of course go back time and time again!”
“I usually love their pizza but I would recommend going there in person for it or double checking it lately. Ordering online doesn't work since its hard to customize pizzas and ots a 10 minute longer wait minimum. We got 2 pizzas for pick up ordered over the phone. 1st the girl was handling more than one phone at a time so not really knowing if we had her full attention. 2nd we ordered the oozy egg no proscute with an extra egg instead. there was no proscute but also no extra egg and the eggs were on only half the pizza. my hubby asked for a side of red pepper flakes they gave him .5oz, kind of stingy. the 2 pizzas came to $38+ and at that price they could at least pay attention and get the order right. Even if they might have been busy, at least do a quality check or read the order back to the customer so it is right.”
“Very cool ambiance and extensive menu. The biggest portion sizes I have ever seen, myNani would have been proud. Plan on having leftovers for lunch and dinner the next day.”
“This restaurant opened in a place that had been a happening pizza place, Mario's. After a brief shut down Agapi opened. Their food is such a higher caliber of good! I don't understand why it's not busier. The quality, taste and price are fantastic. We've tried their pizza's, burgers and traditional Greek dishes and will try even more things! Please give it a try.”
“I have only had take out, but ordering on line is super easy. This Chinese food restaurant allows you to select whatever type of fried rice or lo Mein you want in a combination dinner. That is an awesome option. You can also add egg. (For a slight up-charge) to your rice which is a delicious option too.The crab Rangoons are delicious and you get way more in an order than other Chinese restaurants in town.Parking: Parking is available right beside the building.”
“Amazing coffee options, great vibe, many milk options(and in general, very accommodating to dietary restrictions). Only knocking a star off because the worker was not very informative and it looked like I was bothering him just by being there. Not too welcoming but I am sure thats not a good representation of their service. Will be back! Loved the Cloud 9 and some other coffee drink. Dream something. Soo good.Dietary restrictions: Great milk alternatives”
“Wonderful drinks with a fun atmosphere. Staff was very friendly with recommendations and helped us find a drink. A little rough for big groups but we didn't have any issues. Would recommend as a place to hang late in the evening.”
“Went here when I was a young kid years ago, and after the brothers sold it, it went downhill for a while until they closed for remodeling, and lol they must have remodeled their food too because it’s one of the best Italian places I know of now!Everything from their pizza to calzones and meals are delicious. Had the eggplant Parmesan tonight and there was definitely enough to feed two people. It had a ton of delicious eggplant and a beautiful melted layer of mozzarella on top. And you get a side salad and 3 huge garlic knots. Their prices are more than fair for the price quality of the food you’re getting.The staff there is amazing as well. They sound like they actually care and are very polite and welcoming. When ordering over the phone a lot of these places sound like they dont care about your business, but pizza palace is the exact opposite.”
“Esca is a bustling spot in Middletown. I started the meal with a burrata salad and arancini. Both of these were delicious. For my main course I got the duck breast. The skin had a beautiful salt crust and perfectly whipped mashed potatoes. I would highly recommend this to anyone that is looking for some delicious Italian food. Quite delicious.”
“Amazing food, relishes out of this world. Got a jar to go. Very friendly bartender and staff. Had steak egg rolls and burnt ends to start, both amazing. Chicken sandwich and burger for dinner - incredibly well cooked and delicious. All their food is made to order by hand and you can tell. We will definitely be back.”
“I only recently learned that this tapas bar existed in Middletown’s Main Street Market, and I’m so glad that I visited! They had a huge menu with choices to fit anyone’s preferences. Highlights for us were the paella, croquettes, and even the Brussels salad because it had such a great truffle flavor! Their drinks were fantastic - we’re still talking about the Barbie one we had in a unique glass! Definitely save room for the delicious chocolate strawberry cake for dessert. Loved the ambiance, and our server was professional and attentive!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
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“This is my go to spot for poké in the area! I love supporting a small business that is consistently making great quality, healthy food to enjoy. Thank you Prince House!”
“Vegetarian options: This subway has vegetable sandwich ,vegetable salad ? vegan patties .You can make your own style wrap etc.Parking: Plenty of parking in their own buildingKid-friendliness: Lots of kids come with their parents and they enjoy .Wheelchair accessibility: Good for wheel chairs ? too.”
“We had the best experience this morning. My kids wanted a spider donut but they were outs Jordan came up to the counter as we were paying and had made 2 spider donuts for my kids. They were THRILLED!! She did such a wonderful thing and made 2 little kids SUPER HAPPY!!!”
“My car had complete electrical failure in the drive thru immediately after ordering, with my 3 month old and 6 yr old in the car with me. It was embarrassing, anxiety inducing, and all around terrible. The staff assisted in directing traffic around us, expressed concern and kept coming out to check on us. The young lady( I believe she was named Jasmine?) who was working the window even had her boyfriend try to jump my car.These kids might need some training in keeping the lobby clean, but as far as being decent humans, they went above and beyond to help, and to show concern for a stressed out dad and his two little kids.***Special shout out to the mom in the white suv who went around us to the window and came back to bring me a hot chocolate. You rock lady!”
“This location is the best in Middletown, they never disappoint. The team here are all hardworking individuals with great attitudes, the food is always fresh and little to no wait times. I have been coming here for years and will continue!Kid-friendliness: They always have great toys in the happy meal !”
“Overall, one of the best Dunkins in town. They're fast, the place is clean, their drive thru moves FAST. HOWEVER, they are either cross-contaminating decaf and regular espresso or just flat-out ignoring that on the order. It's a small thing, but if I can't trust my drink to not make my heart explode, I may have to choose an alternative. (Which I'd rather not do, because this Dunkin is great for all the reasons above!)”
“Ordered Bean Chalupa , Nacho Belgrade, vege Mexican pizza vege cantina bowl . All made nice and hot - the beans & rice , 2 main ingredients of Mexican food - were spot on hot. Lettuce was crispy and guacamole was green . Every Taco bell serves the same menu but the employees of this Taco bell made best. Btw this was our first visit there. We already planned to go there next monthVegetarian options: While ordering we modify the meat for regular beans”
“Last night we went to use the cheese burger day’s deal, and Wendy’s was the last place we went to get the food. Sadly I had to say, we had the worst experience here. First, the app didn’t work for all day the worker there said. Second, it is the coldest food in the three restaurants.But the workers there were funny and friendly?”
“I ran out of ingredients to make a smoothie at home and boy am I so glad I did! I stopped in before work and got the most delicious smoothie with strawberries, blueberries and banana with added protein. I will be back!”
“Been going for years Food is great , service is wonderful, place is clean .. great place!Vegetarian options: The chief always has accommodated my request ! They try to please !”
“We went not knowing soft opening. Food and staff was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend.Dietary restrictions: It was my daughters 18th birthday. There are no GF items on dessert menu which she was fine with.. but they took the time to create a dessert for her birthday and sing. I cannot say enough”
Cheap Eats
“Outstanding. I rarely leave reviews unless a place really deserves it but I had to. The burritos we ordered were not only massive but the flavor in every bite was amazing. We will definitely be back.”
“Such good food!! My son and I really enjoyed our pizza! He got pepperoni, and my tastebuds were immensely pleased to have the flavors of the Buffalo chicken AND Mac and cheese pizza dancing around. Absolutely delicious mixture.”
“Friday at 11:00 a.m. and easy parking, .25 will get you 15 minutes in the meter/order took 12 minutes, so it worked out well for me.This was my first visit, I ordered three appetizers:WINTER SHRIMP- 4/$7.95CHICKEN CRISPY SPRING ROLLS-4/$6.95CHICKEN WINGS-5/$7.95(These are wingettes, not full wings)Each one came with a Thai sweet/spicy sauce, which was more sweet and had no spice to itI played it safe with this order because I had never been here and the reviews overall are good, but these are items that are my go to in general and if I'm happy with these I would hope that I would be happy with an entree/dish in the futureShe said they would be ready in 15 minutes And it was ready in 12I enjoyed all three appetizers and I will go back to try and entree next visitParking: $0.25 for every 15 minutes and the parking meter people do drive-by often, so it cannot hurt to put at least $0.25 in the meter just to be safe”
“Sandwich and fries were great. It is slightly pricey for the quantity but not absurdly so. I think they could've included more fries for the price. Overall, I recommend and will be returning. Also, easy location to find with plenty of street parking and a nearby public parking lot.”
“I love to go to Pokemoto. They have really good sauces like the Creamy Miso and make delicious seaweed salad. What I like best about this place is the service though, the servers are always kind and efficient. Today I went to get a Poke bowl and my server, Sophie, helped me pick out some new things to try based on what I liked already. The bowl she helped me create is so scrumptious and I so appreciate her help!! Definitely going to keep coming back here as long as I can.”
“Had a great cup of coffee and a chocolate chip scone, something I was dreaming of all week to try at Perk. It was perfect! The scone was fresh and absolutely delicious! The atmosphere there was cozy but roomy and had a great vibe to it - Will definitely visit ”
“Ordered a cheese cake for my vet/staff for Christmas in appreciation for all they do for me and my furkids and Marie did an amazing job from making the cheesecake, decorating it and also went out of her way to deliver it. They all loved it and I was pleasantly surprised on how cute the cheesecake was decorated with a cute pawprint and holiday festive decos on the side. My vet/staff said it was delicious and they all enjoyed it. Thanks Marie for making their day a little sweeter!!!!!”
“Come here often, Consistent 4 star spot. Bagels aren’t like nyc bagels but they are consistently good with daily flavor specials. Love the chive cream cheese (wish they did jalapeño cream cheese…)”
“Neighborhood bar where locals seem to go. Great wings and great service, just like the other Sliders locations. Nothing special, but a good, straight up sports bar/restaurant type environment.”
“I happened upon this place by chance. I was out driving Lyft and I dropped off a passenger next door and I saw the sign so I turned off my app to check out this restaurant. The restaurant was very clean. The staff were very polite and greeted me and another customer when we walked in. I ordered 12 jumbo wings with 6 of them in lemon pepper rub and the other 6 in Cajun rub. The wings were cooked perfectly cooked and juicy. The Cajun could've been a bit more spicy but still delicious all the same. Great wing spot.”
“I always come here for lunch break at least once a week for pizza slices, good variety & fresh. When I order to go it is always the pepperoni with onions pizza which I love. I can't speak on their other food, I only get their pizza.”
“Holy wow! I finally got around to trying this place and I have no complaints. I ordered ahead online and my order was ready as soon as I walked in. I got a Jamaican beef patty and the pulled pork sandwich which were both soooo good and flavorful. The pulled pork practically melted in my mouth. It was so delicious, and also very filling. I was only able to eat one half at a time and saved the other half for leftovers. The sandwich came with a bunch of thick steak fries, which were also super filling, I couldn’t even finish those either. I probably ate about 1/3 of what they gave me before I was full.I’m not sure what the one star reviews are talking about, I feel like I got more than enough food for the price. I’m definitely recommend and will come again!”
“This is mine and my son's favorite restaurant in Middletown. The Hibachi is the best. The owners are awesome so friendly. You get a lot of food for the price.”
“Absolutely the best pizza place in town worth every penny potato skins out of this world. Probably the only place in Middletown that knows how to really make a chicken broccoli Pizza. What highly recommend to ”
“The calamari app and focaccia bread was great, all drinks were fantastic and shaken and served at the table. Portions for dinner were great and everyone at the table loved their meal!”
“It's Only Natural is a great little grocery store on Main Street in Middletown. It's small, but this might be a one stop shop, if it just wasn't so expensive. There's everything in this store, organic produce, juices, vitamins and supplements, chocolate and candy I've never seen before, they even have a little section where you can get a fresh smoothie or a sandwich. There's an area where you can sit with your food.They even have a post office in this little grocery store.But it is expensive.. a box of cereal is $7.49, and it's not even a large box. They had a 5 pound jar of local honey for $50.00. I stopped in to pick up some crackers for my guacamole, I picked some really nice ones for only $3.29, but half the bag was air. This is not the fault of the store of course. It's a lot of fun to walk through a store where everything looks new, and innovative. If you're in the area stop by, always shop smart, not impulsively.”
“Food are fresh and perfectly cooked, and the sauce was flavorful and not too heavy. I also tried the tiramisu for dessert and it was heavenly.The service was exceptional, with the staff being attentive and accommodating. They were knowledgeable about the menu and made great recommendations. The owner even came to our table to make sure everything was to our liking.”
“Good student cafe with well made sandwiches and a great selection of drinks and sides. Service is friendly and quick, and on the weekends the seats are usually filled with students. Great place to grab a bite to go!”
“I visited the Usdan University Center for lunch at the Davison Family Commons. The meeting was to gather with a student group. We were a party of three and arrived at about 12:10. From my visit it was not clear whether it is only open to Wesleyan community and their guests, or if others from the public can eat there as well. It certainly appears it caters to the Wesleyan community. There was a staff member handling cashiering. One pays before entering the buffet style dining. The staff was helpful in determining g an appropriate form of payment for our group, which did end up being determined from my position at the University for a sponsored club meeting and was covered by my department. Prices were not posted so it actually wasn't clear how much it cost.Whereas the downstairs dining options are more cafeteria style, this is more like a restaurant. The food is set up along two tables against two walls in a small hallway. One thus passes down the hall collecting the food. The options for lunch included a tofu in sauce, some rice, what looked like pulled pork but was made with chicken, and one other vegetable dish. There was also a typical salad bar with chopped vegetables and a selection of dry toppings. I chose Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and sesame sticks. I do like shredded cheese which was absent, and the toppings were less extensive than some salad bars. Nevertheless, the variety was certainly adequate to make a healthy salad. There were about 5 dressing choices. I selected Balsamic. I tasted each of each hot dishes too.Other foods available were fresh apples and bananas, and sliced dinner rolls. There were also packaged granola and cereal bars and a few baked goods for dessert such as cookies and raspberry tarts. Beverages were served in self serve pitchers. There was lemonade and a few other cold choices.I had hoped for water but didn't see any. They were all marked. As I am sensitive to artificial sweeteners, I had hoped for ingredients. It did taste like there was artificial sugar so I did not drink much. Water or regular soda would have been perfect options which I did not find. Students had their water bottles which I'd probably do next time. I also noticed hot coffee and tea options in the seating area on a table to the side.The setup of the buffet was pretty effective but tended to suppose one would want either salad or hot food as they were on separate tables across from each other but the flow should be one way. I wanted to sample both which meant I went against the flow when switching to the other table. It was suboptimal but really not an issue as there were not too many other guests. I felt the serving style was reasonably sanitary for a self serve option.The seating area is self serve. The tables were quite fancy for on campus dining, with white table cloths and dressings such as napkins, salt and pepper. Most were for 4 people a day thete were about 16 set up. There were about 4 tables occupied, both by pairs and someone was dining alone while reading. The view to the Arrigoni Bridge and the Connecticut River are quite scenic. Being in fall on a sunny day, it was pleasant surroundings. There is also a veranda with small 2 person wooden outdoor seating tables. This was unfortunately closed probably due to the onset of cooler weather but it is open seasonally in warmer weather.Overall it was a quite nice experience for meeting on the Wesleyan campus. It is convenient and more classy than a cafeteria. This would be an ideal place to for example bring visiting coworkers if you do not want to go to Main Street. The staff is helpful and friendly. For me the parts to improve would be clear posting about payment options for those who are not on a university meal plan, and offering plain water and or clearly marked non diet soft drink options.”
“Recently popped in during an event, and tried their pineapple and kiwi cider, which knocked my socks off. Wish they sold cans because I definitely would’ve bought a four pack. Also got to try some of their false spiced one, which was a little less sweet, but reminded me so much of an apple cider doughnut.Parking: Lots of spotsWheelchair accessibility: The entire building is wheelchair accessible”
“We were customers there for at least 7 years before we moved. Best manager, waiters, hot chips and the best cheese dip ever. Celebrated every birthday there. We loved everything about this location! We felt like family. We miss y’all. Bobby and Annette Kendrick”
“One word: AMAZING!! We ordered takeout from Tandoor a few days ago and my family is still raving about how good the food was! We were greeted with incredible customer service over the phone as we asked many questions about the menu. We also learned that the restaurant is under new ownership and 100% Halal. We ordered multiple dishes from the Indo-Chinese menu and were absolutely blown away by the incredible taste. Everything was seasoned to perfection and not oily at all! The portion sizes were larger than we expected which was a huge delight! We were savoring every bite as we were engulfed in a world of flavor which was true and authentic to the South Asian taste palette. We also noticed the nice serene ambience of the restaurant itself when we went to go pick up the food; great spot for date night or a meal with the family! All in all, we highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for great South Asian cuisine in central Connecticut! We cannot wait to come back to Tandoor for more!Dietary restrictions: 100% Halal”
“Mikado is usually my go-to for sushi, especially if I want to have things besides the sushi, too. My friend and I went on a Saturday night recently to celebrate our birthdays from the month before. I like the ambience. The booths are pretty private. You have to walk down a flight of steps and it feels like you're not even in downtown Middletown. The menu is extensive. Almost too big. Despite this, I've never had something I didn't love at Mikado. They've done everything well so far. The service is great, good portions and a variety of options.”
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“We just enjoyed THE BEST and most beautiful carrot cake from the wonderful women at Sweet Harmony Bakery. You can tell that these folks love what they do— it was extra special and meant a lot to the birthday girl !”
“I got buffalo chicken pizza for lunch. Best pizza I had in a while…and real chicken pieces on top lol. I also dropped a whole container of ranch on the floor and the young lady was so nice about it.”
“I've been going to China city for years it is by far the best Chinese in middletown everything is excellent I love it and the portions are above and beyond So if you feel like Chinese there's only 1 place to go!!!!!”
“We had the reception after my grandmother's funeral here - we were a mess and totally disorganized. They were kind and flexible and by far the easiest part of the process!The food was absolutely incredible! In particular, the red sauce on the pasta. I will dream of it.The service was friendly and attentive. We never ran out of water or bread.I can't recommend them highly enough!”
“Friday at 11:00 a.m. and easy parking, .25 will get you 15 minutes in the meter/order took 12 minutes, so it worked out well for me.This was my first visit, I ordered three appetizers:WINTER SHRIMP- 4/$7.95CHICKEN CRISPY SPRING ROLLS-4/$6.95CHICKEN WINGS-5/$7.95(These are wingettes, not full wings)Each one came with a Thai sweet/spicy sauce, which was more sweet and had no spice to itI played it safe with this order because I had never been here and the reviews overall are good, but these are items that are my go to in general and if I'm happy with these I would hope that I would be happy with an entree/dish in the futureShe said they would be ready in 15 minutes And it was ready in 12I enjoyed all three appetizers and I will go back to try and entree next visitParking: $0.25 for every 15 minutes and the parking meter people do drive-by often, so it cannot hurt to put at least $0.25 in the meter just to be safe”
“I happened upon this place by chance. I was out driving Lyft and I dropped off a passenger next door and I saw the sign so I turned off my app to check out this restaurant. The restaurant was very clean. The staff were very polite and greeted me and another customer when we walked in. I ordered 12 jumbo wings with 6 of them in lemon pepper rub and the other 6 in Cajun rub. The wings were cooked perfectly cooked and juicy. The Cajun could've been a bit more spicy but still delicious all the same. Great wing spot.”
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“You are going to have trouble picking a favorite dish here. Pizza options are plentiful, and a deep dive into other dishes will leave you wanting to come back again. A great place for friends or family to meet for events or drinks at the bar. There are plenty of seats and space for private parties.”
“I usually love their pizza but I would recommend going there in person for it or double checking it lately. Ordering online doesn't work since its hard to customize pizzas and ots a 10 minute longer wait minimum. We got 2 pizzas for pick up ordered over the phone. 1st the girl was handling more than one phone at a time so not really knowing if we had her full attention. 2nd we ordered the oozy egg no proscute with an extra egg instead. there was no proscute but also no extra egg and the eggs were on only half the pizza. my hubby asked for a side of red pepper flakes they gave him .5oz, kind of stingy. the 2 pizzas came to $38+ and at that price they could at least pay attention and get the order right. Even if they might have been busy, at least do a quality check or read the order back to the customer so it is right.”
“One of my favorite places to go out! The vibe here is so much fun with a great DJ & the aesthetic is so cute. They play reggaeton, salsa, merengue, R&B, & hip-hop. The staff is super nice & the drinks are great. Food has great flavor, just smaller portions. Good place to go out with a group of friends & experience a latin night out!”
“Love the chicken bowls. Love the staff even more. Great customer service, patient, and genuine.....big shout out to Andre! I appreciated you're patience with me today (card "issues" at register ?; he was so kind ?)”
“Wanted to try something different tonight from GrubHub. I’ve gotten Halal food from a food truck in New Haven which I love. I saw Shah’s Halal Food in Orange and said let me try it. OMG, I feel like I got it from the food truck and am in HEAVEN right now. Whoever made this made it EXACTLY how I like it. Thank you Shah’s - I Will Be Back!!! I promise!!!”
“Had a great cup of coffee and a chocolate chip scone, something I was dreaming of all week to try at Perk. It was perfect! The scone was fresh and absolutely delicious! The atmosphere there was cozy but roomy and had a great vibe to it - Will definitely visit ”
“Sal worked with us for my grandsons baptism party. The roast beef was tender and flavorful. Lemon chicken was amazing. Roasted vegetables with hot peppers, WOW! Roasted potatoes, fantastic! Portions are more than expected. Sal is wonderful to work with and you will not be disappointed with the food”
“The Southern BLT was amazing. Great combination of textures and flavors. Everything was superb...from bread choice (and how well toasted) to fillings to spread/sauces.”
“Double Thumbs up from me.. Great place to go for your all kinds of Nepalese and Indian foods! Awesome awesome ppl Mr. Pandey, his family and, and the Havili crew! We all family can't wait to go there again!! Don't forget to check them out.. Enjoy!! ��”
“The pizza was delicious and the staff was super helpful. We had 20ish people for a 4yr olds birthday party. The restaurant is a bit out dated inside and it was very hot but you could tell people mostly go for takeout and not eating in. Still was a great experience.”
“The absolute best staff and a huge fan of the New England blend. I can’t say enough about the staff at Middletown so professional and courteous and always spot on”
“Went with some friends… 3 adults and 1 toddler. Seating is comfortable and they have high chairs for the kids. Pros: Service was great a very friendly staff. The food was amazing and fresh! Highly recommended. Everything was so fresh and presented nice on the plates. Cons: food took over an hour to get to our table- they seem to have a good pick up/carry out orders which could be why it takes awhile. If you are all adults and have time to relax then it’s perfect- if you have kids I recommend you order take out.”
“Based on one visit by two with 3 shared veggie dishes on not a busy nite. Food was as good as expected. Sharing is best to experience a variety of tastes. Menu clearly shows veggie on one page and meats on another.”
“I got buffalo chicken pizza for lunch. Best pizza I had in a while…and real chicken pieces on top lol. I also dropped a whole container of ranch on the floor and the young lady was so nice about it.”
“A big shout out first of all for our server Michael!! He was extra helpful & very patient with the 2 kids - pleasant & just great at his job. The food was quick, tasty & reasonably priced - kids were thrilled & I lived mine too.”
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“The prices for the food are great and the garlic knots are to die for. The dining room is very noisy but I can get past it, they're busy and popular so to be expected. I can't stop thinking about the garlic knots. I got the burrata salad with chicken and it was all incredible. The food also came out super quick given how packed it was there on a Saturday night.”
“I'm a sucker for a good grilled cheese, and Melted Madness did not disappoint! The variety on their menu is impressive, especially how they incorporated so many vegetarian and vegan options into the mix! Their Buffalo chicken grilled cheese was one of my favorites because it tasted exactly like Buffalo chicken dip! I also really liked the signature "Melted Madness" which had a layer of melted cheese on the outside of the bread! All of the appetizers we tried were delicious, and I was glad to see the majority of them were made in house. Great milkshakes and seltzers, and save room for their sweet grilled cheeses or knafeh for dessert. The owner was welcoming and we noticed how she took extra time to talk with customers, and her staff was just as friendly. The food came out quickly, and I just loved the vibe of the place with the walls even looking like melted cheese. Literally a cheese paradise!”
“The Oreo milk tea was good. I got the crème brûlée mini crepe and it was yum and sweet! It’s not a traditional crepe instead a Japanese version which tastes a bit different so keep that in mind. Overall a good experience.”
“Excellent food and service in a small quiet restaurant. The waiter helped us pick the food as it was our first time trying Ethiopian food. I am hooked and ordered more food to go. Highly recommend.”