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Black Dog Bar & Grille, Putnam, CT

Black Dog Bar & Grille

4.9
4.9
1379 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Great for happy hour
  • Neighbourhood gem
At the Black Dog Bar and Grille, we try our absolute best of accommodate seating requests, though we cannot always guarantee them. If your interested reservation time is not available please feel free to give the restaurant a call at anytime at 860.928.0501 & we will try our hardest to fit you in!

Welcome to The Black Dog Bar & Grille! We pride ourselves on amazing food, good drinks & exceptional service.
Start off with with one of our signature appetizers and don’t forget to pair it with one of our tasty specialty cocktails, 16 draft beers or canned craft beers. Follow it with one of our juicy hamburgers, gourmet salads, sizzling steaks, seafood, chicken dinners or indulge in something from our 12 hour slow cooked BBQ pit. Don't forget to try out our new Wood-Fired Pizzas, Breads & Tuscani Sandwiches, at Marley's Pub! Located inside Black Dog Bar & Grille! Same food both places just a different Atmosphere!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Burgers
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 928-0501
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Black Dog Bar and Grille restaurant brings the catering to all events near and far! <br />Black Dog Bar &amp; Grille also has an off-site liquor license so that its bartenders can serve alcohol no matter where your event may be! This BBQ catering company &amp; restaurant serves up hearty and savory entrees, plated or buffet style! Inquire online! <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Book your private events with us! We have 4 different event rooms! These rooms can hold as little as 25 and as many as 120! We are the perfect spot for your baby shower, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, birthday party, celebration of life, Jack & Jill, Weddings, Engagement party! You name it we can accommodate it!
  • Area
    Putnam
  • Cross Street
    Exit 45 off Interstate I-395
  • Parking details
    Free ample parking
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment every Friday night from 9pm - 1am.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

What 1,379 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black Dog Bar & Grille is a beloved dining spot known for its "always great food and service." Guests love the "amazing" meals and "exceptional" staff, making it a go-to for many. While some dishes occasionally miss the mark, the overall experience is "outstanding," with attentive servers ensuring a delightful visit.

1,379 Reviews
  1. Mark

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We were seated in a porch area with many large parties. We were a table of 4. Very very noisy and we couldn't hear each other speaking. Once the table of 20+ left in got somewhat less noisy. We are requested a table in Marley's Pub but nothing available even with a reservation.

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  2. Abby

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it every time I go here!! Always a great experience!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great and friendly service, excellent food, with a cozy ambiance.

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  4. Laura

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Sadie was a great server . Great food out meals were fantastic

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  5. Kerry -Jo

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, fast and friendly service! The Mac & Cheese is a must!

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  6. Bruce

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite restaurants by far, a little further drive, worht it every time. Their food and service have always been good, always trying something new.

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  7. Timothy

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    No matter what your taste in food, you will be sure to find something you will enjoy. There are different rooms to enjoy your selections, weather business party, or family enjoyment.

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  8. Katie

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food my mother enjoyed eating here for her birthday. We would highly recommend the The Black Dog bar & Grille.

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  9. Holly

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good time, great food, great service, good drinks

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  10. DanG

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always and friendly service! We visit here often and it’s always excellent.

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FAQs

Black Dog Bar & Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 928-0501.

Black Dog Bar & Grille is rated 4.9 stars by 1379 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Black Dog Bar & Grille

146 Park Rd, Putnam, CT 06260

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Exit 45 off Interstate I-395
  • Area
    Putnam
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Burgers
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Free ample parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment every Friday night from 9pm - 1am.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace
  • Phone number
    (860) 928-0501
  • Catering
    Black Dog Bar and Grille restaurant brings the catering to all events near and far! <br />Black Dog Bar &amp; Grille also has an off-site liquor license so that its bartenders can serve alcohol no matter where your event may be! This BBQ catering company &amp; restaurant serves up hearty and savory entrees, plated or buffet style! Inquire online! <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Book your private events with us! We have 4 different event rooms! These rooms can hold as little as 25 and as many as 120! We are the perfect spot for your baby shower, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, birthday party, celebration of life, Jack & Jill, Weddings, Engagement party! You name it we can accommodate it!
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