Arethusa al Tavolo

4.9

3554 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Charming

Located in quaint Bantam (CT) in the scenic county of Litchfield, Arethusa al tavolo offers an innovative farm-to-table menu that celebrates the products of the Arethusa Dairy Farm. Chef Dan Magill’s cuisine is modern and comfortable; it features daily-chosen farm ingredients and the freshest and most select products.

Arethusa al tavolo offers a progressive dining experience to the Northwest Connecticut dining scene.

We look forward to serving you.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Continental, American
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(860) 567-0043
Website
http://arethusaaltavolo.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Dan Magill
Catering
We offer “Take Out” Wednesday through Sunday nights. Please email your take out order and phone number by 1PM for the same day pick-up to orders@arethusaaltavolo.com. We will then call you back to confirm order has been received, process payment and confirm your pick-up time.

Location
828 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT 06750
Area
Bantam
Cross Street
Bantam Road (RT 202) & Doyle Road
Parking details
Parking is located behing the Arethusa Dairy Store off of Doyle Road
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Six Beau Soleil Oyster on the Half US$29.00
Pear-Fennel Mignonette, Arethusa Sour Cream, Osetra Caviar
Lobster and Avocado SaladUS$32.00
Masa Harina, Red Grapefruit, Hearts of Palm, Miso Dressing
Pear-Celery SoupUS$22.00
Spiced Pear Gelée, Pecan Crunch, Toasted Pear Bread
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad US$23.00
Europa, Cauliflower, Pickled Cranberry, Speck, 2 Minute Egg, Pumpkin Seed Vinaigrette
Venison TartareUS$28.00
Sweet Onions, Capers, Salsa Verde, Black Garlic, Egg Yolk, Melba Sourdough
Grilled OctopusUS$26.00
Fingerlings, Chorizo, Olives, Sweet Peppers, Leeks, Chimichurri
Potato and Blue Cheese FlatbreadUS$24.00
Arethusa Ricotta, Pickled Bacon, Royal Trumpet, Onion Jam, Arugula, Truffle Honey
Smoked Trout DipUS$23.00
Pickled Onions, Fennel, Crisp Skin, Mizuna, Rye Crackers
Walnut Crusted Roasted Beet Salad US$23.00
Poached Pears, Arethusa Camembert, Endive, AFD Buttermilk Dressing
Ginger Rubbed Wild BoarUS$27.00
Red Cabbage Salad, Green Onion, Peanuts, Mango, Nam Pla
Whole Roasted Breaded CarrotsUS$21.00
Curly Endive, Marconas, Mt. Tom, Sultanas, Toasted Caraway Dressing
Yellowtail TartareUS$29.00
Cucumber, Radish, Wasabi Caviar, Avocado, Yuzu Marinade, Salt-n-Vinegar Crisps
Pork Belly DumplingsUS$23.00
Drunken Prunes, Onion Confit, Pistachios, Armagnac Sauce

To Follow

Ginger Crusted Organic Scottish SalmonUS$47.00
Roasted Squash, Broccoli, Seeds, Black Rice, Madras-Lemongrass Sauce
Braised Beef Short Rib US$51.00
Cipollini, Thumbelinas, Pickled Beets, Tapping Reeve Polenta, AFD Smoked Sour Cream
Roasted Chatham Bay MonkfishUS$47.00
Chantrelles, Sunchokes, Brussels Sprouts, Horseradish, Mushroom Sauce
Pekin Duck BreastUS$49.00
Swiss Chard, Preserved Kumquats, Red Beet Gnocchi with Braised Leg, Savory Duck Jus
Mediterranean Sea BassUS$48.00
Cannellini Beans, Rock Shrimp, Chorizo, Fennel-Herb Relish, Saffron Broth
Veal Tenderloin Wrapped with Prosciutto, Sage, and Bella Bantam US$51.00
Okinawa Sweet Potato Spätzle, Poached Pears, Red Cabbage, Currant-Caper Sauce
Nantucket Bay Scallops with Green Onion RisottoUS$49.00
Hen of the Woods, Seeds, Parsnip Soubise, Lady Apple, Madeira Nage
Grilled Prime Striploin with Smoked Marrow CrustUS$57.00
Rapini, Rösti Potato, Red Wine Sauce
Nova Scotia Halibut Gently Poached in Olive OilUS$48.00
Winter Citrus Salad, Artichokes, Beets with Farro, Blood Orange Sauce

Dessert

Coconut Lime Tres LechesUS$16.00
Blood Orange Curd, Mango Compote, Candied Macadamia, Toasted Coconut Almond Ice Cream
Chocolate Hazelnut Gâteau US$16.00
Tahitian Vanilla Mousse, Burnt Orange Sauce
Apple-Ginger Fritters US$16.00
Dulce de Leche, Cardamon Anglaise, Cinnamon Sugar, Butter Pecan Ice Cream
Death by Chocolate US$16.00
Flourless Chocolate Cake, Milk Chocolate Pot de Crème, White Chocolate Salted Caramel, Chocolate Ice Cream
Arethusa Farm Dairy Artisan CheesesUS$28.00
Raspberry-Vanilla Pâte de Fruit, Roasted Nuts, Fresh Honeycomb, Fig Bar, Sourdough Crackers
Arethusa Farm Dairy Ice Creams by the ScoopUS$7.00
Vanilla, Chocolate, Coffee, Mint Chocolate Chip, Strawberry, Raspberry, Sweet Cream Chocolate Chip, Butter Pecan, Almond with Toasted Coconut

What 3,554 people are saying

Arethusa al Tavolo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Connecticut
Best Overall
Connecticut
Best Food
Connecticut
Contemporary American
Litchfield County
Best Overall
Litchfield County
Best Food
Litchfield County
Best Service
Litchfield County
Best Ambience
Litchfield County
Best Value
Litchfield County
Great for fine wines
Litchfield County
Good for special occasions
Litchfield County
Lively
Litchfield County
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Arethusa al Tavolo offers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent food and service." The "impeccable" staff and "creative, delicious" dishes make it a "must-visit" for any special occasion. Guests rave about the "farm-to-table freshness," and the ambiance is "warm and welcoming." Consistently "top-notch," it's a Connecticut favorite.

3,554 Reviews

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Elizabeth
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All that we ate was very special and delicious. The service was pleasant and accommodating. Looking forward to going back.
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Lisa VIP
New York City131 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time dining there and probably my favorite place to eat in Litchfield! I had scallops and my husband got the Halibut. Scallop dish was the best I have ever had!
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Jennifer VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent from start to finish. I really can't say enough in praise of this restaurant. The food was exquisite and the service was terrific. When the final bill came, I was actually pleasantly surprised and felt that we'd received great value for our dining dollars. My only critique is that I think they could do more to highlight their non-alcoholic cocktails. I had to ask the server whether they offer any because they did not appear on the menu. I ended up with one that was interesting and satisfying. So I would suggest that the restaurant consider developing and highlighting these options more prominently
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shoshana
Connecticut6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were sat late for our 7pm reservation (7:20), which I thought was not great, especially since they have a pretty strict dining policy. Once sat, our server did also take a while to even come to the table. Once we finally ordered, our first course came fairly quickly but the entree took a really long time! They seemed really busy, but for a place that's that hard to even get a reservation at, I would appreciate more prompt seating and service. What's the point of a reservation if you're still having to wait 20 minutes standing at the bar?!?
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Jennifer VIP
New York City7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was outstanding. Menu had great variety and many new options since our last visit. Service was mediocre.
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Ave VIP
New York City29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding meal, unique and creative menu, service excellent! Next time in the area will definitely return! Oh the ice cream was creamy and delicious!!!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful restaurant, worth more than an hours drive one way to eat here
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Jordan
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic. Great food, great service. Took my wife for her birthday and it was wonderful. I’m a big fan.
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barrodct
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was perfection start to finish. Table of 5 and everyone enjoyed every single item presented.
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nancy VIP
Connecticut4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I loved my experience at Arethusa! It was charming, wonderful, wonderful food and great service. It was everything I was hoping it would be. . fresh, organic food, creatively arranged with flavors that complemented each other. The food was perfectly cooked and arranged beautifully. I've eaten in many high end and Michelin starred restaurants and this was in the top 2 or 3 of my most enjoyable and warmly casual.
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FAQs

Arethusa al Tavolo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 567-0043.

Arethusa al Tavolo is rated 4.9 stars by 3554 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

828 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT 06750

Additional information

Cross Street
Bantam Road (RT 202) & Doyle Road
Area
Bantam
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Continental, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking is located behing the Arethusa Dairy Store off of Doyle Road
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Dan Magill
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://arethusaaltavolo.com/
Phone number
(860) 567-0043
Catering
We offer “Take Out” Wednesday through Sunday nights. Please email your take out order and phone number by 1PM for the same day pick-up to orders@arethusaaltavolo.com. We will then call you back to confirm order has been received, process payment and confirm your pick-up time.

Arethusa al Tavolo

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Yellowtail Tartare

Pekin Duck Breast

Grilled Octopus

To Begin

Six Beau Soleil Oyster on the Half US$29.00

Lobster and Avocado SaladUS$32.00

Pear-Celery SoupUS$22.00

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad US$23.00

Venison TartareUS$28.00

Grilled OctopusUS$26.00

Potato and Blue Cheese FlatbreadUS$24.00

Smoked Trout DipUS$23.00

Walnut Crusted Roasted Beet Salad US$23.00

Ginger Rubbed Wild BoarUS$27.00

Whole Roasted Breaded CarrotsUS$21.00

Yellowtail TartareUS$29.00

Pork Belly DumplingsUS$23.00

To Follow

Ginger Crusted Organic Scottish SalmonUS$47.00

Braised Beef Short Rib US$51.00

Roasted Chatham Bay MonkfishUS$47.00

Pekin Duck BreastUS$49.00

Mediterranean Sea BassUS$48.00

Veal Tenderloin Wrapped with Prosciutto, Sage, and Bella Bantam US$51.00

Nantucket Bay Scallops with Green Onion RisottoUS$49.00

Grilled Prime Striploin with Smoked Marrow CrustUS$57.00

Nova Scotia Halibut Gently Poached in Olive OilUS$48.00

Dessert

Coconut Lime Tres LechesUS$16.00

Chocolate Hazelnut Gâteau US$16.00

Apple-Ginger Fritters US$16.00

Death by Chocolate US$16.00

Arethusa Farm Dairy Artisan CheesesUS$28.00

Arethusa Farm Dairy Ice Creams by the ScoopUS$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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