Hartford · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026

Best Restaurants in Hartford

Discover the best restaurants in Hartford. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best restaurants in Hartford

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Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue

Experience authentic Southern barbecue at Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue in Hartford—where every bite is a celebration of flavor.

25 Front St, Hartford, CT 06103
4.4 Very Good 4,026 reviews
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Black-Eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen & Bar

Experience authentic Southern barbecue and live music at Black-Eyed Sally's in Hartford – a perfect blend of flavors and entertainment.

350 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103
4.4 Very Good 2,108 reviews
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Zohara Mediterranean Kitchen

Experience authentic Mediterranean cuisine at Zohara Mediterranean Kitchen in West Hartford, where every dish tells a story of rich culinary heritage.

991 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT 06107
4.6 Excellent 1,820 reviews
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Pond House Cafe

Discover Pond House Cafe in West Hartford – where American flavors meet eclectic charm amid beautiful park surroundings.

1555 Asylum Ave, West Hartford, CT 06117
4.4 Very Good 902 reviews
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The Capital Grille

Experience fine dining at The Capital Grille in Hartford—where exceptional cuisine meets elegant ambiance for unforgettable meals.

44 Front St, Hartford, CT 06103
4.7 Excellent 1,616 reviews
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Salute

Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Salute in Hartford - where every dish tells a story and every meal is a celebration.

100 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103
4.7 Excellent 2,135 reviews
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Feng Chophouse

Discover exquisite dining at Feng Chophouse in Hartford – where steakhouse sophistication meets sushi artistry.

93 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103
4.4 Very Good 631 reviews
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The Place 2 Be

Experience delightful brunch creations in downtown Hartford at The Place 2 Be – where innovation meets tradition in every bite.

5 Constitution Plaza, Hartford, CT 06103
4.2 Very Good 1,078 reviews
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Max Downtown

Discover culinary excellence at Max Downtown - Hartford's premier fine dining experience featuring exquisite American cuisine in an elegant setting.

185 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103
4.5 Excellent 786 reviews
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Max's Trumbull Kitchen

Experience culinary innovation at Max's Trumbull Kitchen, where local ingredients meet global flavors in an elegant setting.

150 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103
4.4 Very Good 1,077 reviews

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