We recommend these places:
Dining
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| Millwright's, Farms Village Road, Simsbury |
Opened in 2012 by CT celebrity chef Tyler Andersen,
Millwright's offers what the NY Times refers to as a "brashly elegant take
on homey American classics." The NY Times also says, "[Andersen's] is
a cuisine that both dazzles and delights; sophisticated enough to impress, it’s
simple enough to make you feel at home." Millwright's is housed in a c.
1680 grist mill over a running brook. Reservations recommended.
Zagat calls Metro Bis "Simsbury's shining star." In the words of the New York Times, celebrity chef-owner Chris Prosperi (who appears on various cooking television shows) is "a technical master, an original American chef whose restaurant is worth traveling for." The restaurant serves New American and traditional French bistro food. A tasting menu is offered. Metro Bis has just relocated to the Simsbury 1820 House.
The Mill at 2T
Simsbury's third New York Times reviewed restaurant, The Mill at 2T offers local, seasonal fare. According to the Times, "The Mill at 2T is fresh, enjoyable, and unpretentious. The Joneses are charming, the space ingenious, the seating comfortable." The small restaurant is in an old mill in the Tarrifville section of Simsbury. We recommend the signature dessert (a trio of brioche donuts). The Mill at 2T tends to be fully booked, so making reservations early is a good idea.
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| The Mill at 2T in the Tarrifville section of Simsbury. Old mills seem to be a theme here. |
Simsbury's third New York Times reviewed restaurant, The Mill at 2T offers local, seasonal fare. According to the Times, "The Mill at 2T is fresh, enjoyable, and unpretentious. The Joneses are charming, the space ingenious, the seating comfortable." The small restaurant is in an old mill in the Tarrifville section of Simsbury. We recommend the signature dessert (a trio of brioche donuts). The Mill at 2T tends to be fully booked, so making reservations early is a good idea.
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| Plan B Burger Bar |
Located in an old train depot, Plan B is currently
Simsbury's trendiest restaurant. Plan B specializes in burgers, beer, and
bourbon.
The Asian fusion cuisine at this somewhat upscale restaurant
ranges from sushi to pad thai to sizzling Mongolian beef. Everything is good and people love Meadow on yelp!
The Local Grill (Avon)
This new gastropub in Avon's Riverdale Farms, The Local Grill serves upscale comfort food, such as meatloaf benedict and three cheese and chorizo macaroni and cheese. Every entree is under $20 and a children's menu is available. Happy hour is daily from 4:30-6:00pm, with 25% off drinks and appetizers.
Maple Tree Cafe
Also casual, family-friendly fare. We haven't been to the new Maple Tree, but the new chef has recently updated the menu. Live music.
Seasons Restaurant, Avon Old Farms Hotel
We've never been to Seasons, but this farm-to-table restaurant gets great reviews.
Maple Tree Cafe
Also casual, family-friendly fare. We haven't been to the new Maple Tree, but the new chef has recently updated the menu. Live music.
Seasons Restaurant, Avon Old Farms Hotel
We've never been to Seasons, but this farm-to-table restaurant gets great reviews.
Breakfast
The town's most popular breakfast spot.
Drinks
Red Stone Pub--I've been told that this is the best place for a beer in Simsbury!
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| Red Stone Pub |
(See also the CT Beer Trail for brewery recommendations on the "Things to Do" post)
Coffee
Peaberry's—712 Hopmeadow Street, in the Drake Hill Shopping Center across from First Church.
Starbucks--930 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury Town Shops—It's just Starbucks, but it
is housed in the Rev. Benajah Root house (c. 1762).
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| Starbucks at the Simsbury Town Shops |
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