Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Windsor

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Republic - Bloomfield

4.7

Exceptional(625)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Bloomfield

Booked 30 times today

Located in Bloomfield, Connecticut, Republic serves American cuisine with an inventive flair in a gastropub setting. The restaurant has a full bar that features a wide selection of craft beers. Republic offers daily happy hour specials, takeout and catering services. Start out with an order of hummus or bacon-wrapped dates at Republic. Then choose from a menu full of creative options like the eggplant burger, the bacon and apple flatbread and the miso-maple glazed salmon. The restaurant also has a gluten-free menu that includes items like the Peruvian roasted chicken and the Philly cheesesteak sandwich served on a gluten-free roll.

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2. The Mill on the River

4.8

Exceptional(2410)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Windsor

Booked 55 times today

The Mill on the River is one of the most picturesque restaurants in Connecticut. With a reputation of excellence for over forty years, it is the flagship restaurant of the Mill Restaurant Group. The Mill on the River is the perfect blend of traditional New England comfort and upscale dining elegance.Featuring an exciting menu of creative, modern American cuisine and an extensive wine and bar menu; The Mill on the River can please even the most discerning diner. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two, a special family celebration, a business meeting, or even a casual evening at the bar, The Mill on the River looks forward to accommodating you! For Parties over 6 please call the us directly. at 860 289 7929.

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3. Artisan - West Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(1652)

Price: Expensive

• American • Hartford

Booked 29 times today

ARTISAN celebrates the theme of craftsmanship, combining 18th Century classic Scandinavian design with New England-inspired farm-to-table seasonal cuisine, artfully prepared by Executive Chef and Partner Frederic Kieffer.PLEASE NOTE THAT OUTSIDE TABLES ARE RESERVED UPON REQUEST BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.If you have reserved a table outdoors, please be advised that in the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate your party inside at the same reservation time, however we cannot guarantee a table inside at the same exact time and may need to adjust the reservation time accordingly.PLEASE CALL 860.937.2525 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS

4. Max A Mia - Avon

4.7

Exceptional(138)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Avon

Booked 54 times today

Opened in 1991, Max a Mia was named “Best New Restaurant” by Connecticut Magazine in its first year, and “top-grossing restaurant in its size” by Restaurant Hospitality. The restaurant is now in the good hands of Executive Chef Bob Peterson, who has brought an exciting new energy to the restaurant.Max A Mia is the quintessential Italian experience in the Greater Hartford area. It also continues to garner awards and accolades. Featuring a traditional Italian menu, it utilizes an authentic brick oven that produces stone pies with unmatched flavor. Traditional veal, pork and pasta dishes, as well as inventive risotto offerings, set the mood for desserts including tiramisu and white chocolate polenta cake.An extraordinary and comfortable 25-foot granite bar has elevated Max A Mia to the social place in the Farmington Valley. The dining room features wood and tile, warmly lit by custom fixtures to create a sophisticated and luxurious – yet friendly, family environm

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5. Harvest Wine Bar-West Hartford

4.7

Exceptional(248)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hartford

Booked 26 times today

West Hartford is the fourth location for Harvest Wine Bar. While it is the first restaurant for the Harvest Group located in the 860, guests will see the familiar style of exposed brick, reclaimed wood and large windows that make Harvest so warm and welcoming. Guests will be transported from the hustle and bustle of downtown West Hartford to the elegance and charm of this family owned restaurant. Don't forget to check out everyone favorite brussels sprout salad over mouth watering Rizzuto cake or our freshly house made pasta! Extensive wine list from all your favorite regions Outdoor tables are first come first serve - Request can not be guaranteed.

6. Pond House Cafe

4.5

Awesome(2695)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Hartford

Booked 22 times today

Nestled on the pond in historic Elizabeth Park the Pond House is surrounded by gardens & offers four seasons of charm with a menu to match. Changed seasonally we offer eclectic comfort food that reflects the down to earth but playful spirit of our staff. Announce Spring's arrival with a walk through the park followed by brunch on the patio. Stop and smell the world famous roses then linger over dinner as sun slowly sets over the trees. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch & Take out. The Pond House Cafe- stylish, fun & playful.

7. Tosca

4.7

Exceptional(345)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Suffield

Booked 8 times today

Tosca is a contemporary restaurant that serves both old school and modern seasonally inspired Italian and French influenced cuisine. Owner-chef Kevin Cousin and secondary, Sous Chef Rebecca Bates supervises a creative menu dominated by a nice range of Italian dishes and seafood entrees. All desserts and Pastas are freshly crafted.Visit for dinner and enjoy a savory dish of pan-seared salmon, or order the Bolognese alla Tosca for an appealing pasta dish that takes you to Bologna Italy.Fresh cuts of meat such as Black Garlic Sirloin or Today's Special .Finish off with a classic Vanilla bean Crème Brûlée.Or our famous Salted-Caramel ice cream.Tosca also boasts a nicely stocked bar and an outdoor patio that provides a scenic dining option during the warmer months.Craft seasonal Cocktails,New Specials daily and weekly . The restaurant’s casual and upscale vibe and intimate ambiance provides a welcoming backdrop for a spur-of-the moment dinner or a romantic date. Reservations encouraged.

8. da Capo - Avon

4.4

Awesome(612)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Avon

Booked 25 times today

Da Capo brings to Connecticut a recipe found in Little Italy in the early 1900's: "Authentic New York Style Thin Crust Pizza." Almost a century later, da Capo proudly presents our famous "Old World" recipe, along with classic family dining as well as contemporary Italian pasta dishes.

9. Market Grille

4.6

Exceptional(825)

Price: Moderate

• American • Manchester

Booked 20 times today

Market Grille in Manchester, Connecticut is a nice combination between an upscale eatery and a casual restaurant. You can meet your coworkers there for drinks just as easily as you could bring your child to Market Grille for their birthday. The menu is mostly modern American cuisine, but there is also an extensive wine and beer list.The four-cheese lasagna at Market Grille is very good. Two other very popular entrees here are the classic fish and chips and the stuffed domestic pork chop. If you like seafood, the raw bar here will not disappoint. Every day, fresh oysters of all varieties are offered.

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10. Market Place Kitchen and Bar - Avon

4.5

Awesome(196)

Price: Moderate

• American • Avon

Booked 35 times today

Welcome to Market Place Kitchen & Bar! We are a new Modern American Restaurant in the heart of Avon, CT. We celebrate and encourage local, organic and sustainably harvested food and spirits. The interior of our space is compiled of sustainable and local materials, utilizing beautiful 300 year old barn wood from the Gurski Farm in Brookfield, CT.We look forward to you trying our inventive, seasonally inspired cuisine and cocktails. Eat sustainably, live well, and enjoy your experience at Marketplace!

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Michael
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined today
For the four of us, it was the first time any of us had ever been to this lovely restaurant. The atmosphere around Christmas time was amazing! We enjoyed a properly paced, delicious meal capped off by phenomenal desserts. Our wait staff was wonderfully cordial and engaging
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The Mill on the RiverPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• South Windsor
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4.8
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VickiVIP
New York City •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A four-season go-to spot for good food, personable service & ambience, whether dining at a table, a high top or the bar (which often includes friendly conversation at no extra cost).
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Republic - BloomfieldPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Bloomfield
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4.7
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Patrick
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food and great ambience. Christmas Eve was packed so louder than normal. Our server Talia was terrific. Food was delicious and everything was quick for being so packed full during the holiday.
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Max A Mia - AvonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Avon
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4.7
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Anna
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was absolutely outstanding, excellent service and ambiance. We had a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner and experience as first timers at Artisan. Will be returning!!
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Artisan - West HartfordPrice: Expensive• American• Hartford
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4.7
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StaceyVIP
Greater Boston •27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Excellent food! Server seemed a little unsure of menu, but we got through it. Would definitely go back.
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Harvest Wine Bar-West HartfordPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Hartford
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4.7

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Republic - Bloomfield

2. The Mill on the River

3. Artisan - West Hartford

4. Max A Mia - Avon

5. Harvest Wine Bar-West Hartford

6. Pond House Cafe

7. Tosca

8. da Capo - Avon

9. Market Grille

10. Market Place Kitchen and Bar - Avon

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