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Pond House Cafe, West Hartford, CT

Pond House Cafe

4.5
4.5
2695 Reviews
$30 and under
Fusion / Eclectic

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2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Comfort Food, Café
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:30 am–3:30 pm Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 231-8823
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Josh Fiorillo
  • Catering
    Pond House is able to cater to any out of house location including other local venues and your very own kitchen! We will provide everything from staff to clean up! Please inquiry today to have the Pond House to your house!
  • Private party facilities
    Both private parties and semi-private accommodations available, contact restaurant for more information
  • Area
    Hartford
  • Cross Street
    Prospect
  • Parking details
    We are located in Historic Elizabeth Park, with public parking lots and street parking within the park.
  • Public transit
    on Asylum Ave.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 2,695 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Connecticut

    Great for brunch

  • Hartford

    Best Value

  • Hartford

    Great for brunch

  • Hartford

    Healthy

  • Hartford

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pond House Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with its "unique and interesting menu" and consistently delicious meals. Nestled in the picturesque setting of Elizabeth Park, the ambiance is "absolutely beautiful." While service can sometimes be slow, the staff is generally "helpful and friendly." Ideal for brunch and special occasions, the cafe remains a "gem in the community," promising a memorable visit.

2,695 Reviews
  1. Kathleen

    VIP

    Connecticut

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday brunch menu the week of Christmas. Busy yet our server was friendly, helpful and attentive. Didn’t rush us either. Good is somewhat creative yet often lacks finesse with aromatics. The special was a salmon Benedict. Only okay…salmon was a bit overcooked and seasoning was missing. Always on the noisy side here too, as the little rooms lack wall coverings and there are no rugs or curtains to absorb sound. Tables are tucked close together. This is very popular local cafe in a gorgeous iconic city park hosts big events along with dining. A bit more creative attention needs to be given to the menu and cook please!

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  2. Bob

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and presentation a cut above the competition. Our party of 4 enjoyed a variety of brunch offerings, with the braised beef gnocchi dish particularly noteworthy. We finished the meal with the French Toast of the day - cinnamon and pear - a real treat! My only criticism would be the coffee - it was brewed a little weak - not clear if it was specific to that particular pot or reflected the beans used. While we did not order any brunch cocktails, we noted some interesting offerings on the drink menu and well prepared drinks being consumed by others. Strongly recommend a visit for brunch, lunch, or dinner. There special price fix dinners and lunches are also noteworthy.

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  3. Delaney

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Pond House is my favorite place to eat around West Hartford. The food is great and very reasonably priced!

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  4. Emily

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific food and service- as usual! Ambience is peaceful.

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  5. Michael

    VIP

    Connecticut

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We dine locally in West Hartford often. Pond House is one of our favorite places for lunch. The menu is never boring and the quality of food is quite good. It can be a bit noisy but tolerable. The staff are competent and friendly but the service is a bit on the slow side. Do not go here if you are in a hurry. Oddly enough, they limit your time at the table (according to the website/reservation services). However, were have never been asked to hurry or leave if we dawdled. The value is outstanding because the quality of food is very good and we consider it fine dining. Always good but the better weather months are the most enjoyable for us when things are blooming and the windows are open, especially on the patio.

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  6. Donna

    Connecticut

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pop up dinner was excellent. However, the appetizers of calamari and mussels were enough to have for the main course. I would suggest making them smaller or to order one salad and one of the previous mentioned appetizers, The salmon was excellent as were the short ribs and an appropriate size for a main course. Desserts were excellent as was ourservice.

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  7. Richard

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We rarely eat out, but Pond House is an exception that never disappoints. The service is excellent and the food from their chef is amazing. The menu selection is kept small, but it is all delicious. Last night I had the tenderloin with foie gras compound butter. The beef was perfectly cooked and the butter was amazing. We love the Pond House

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  8. Nancy

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our small birthday celebration was wonderful in every way! We have decided to return to The Pond House Cafe for future birthday celebrations!

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  9. Jill

    Montreal

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! The eggs Benedict with crabcake was perfect.

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  10. Jill

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really lovely place to spend lunch with a friend. I would like to have a bit more choice of coffee drinks. But very good menu for food

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FAQs

Pond House Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 231-8823.

Pond House Cafe is rated 4.5 stars by 2695 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 Pond House Cafe

1555 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Prospect
  • Area
    Hartford
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:30 am–3:30 pm Sun 9:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Comfort Food, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We are located in Historic Elizabeth Park, with public parking lots and street parking within the park.
  • Public transit
    on Asylum Ave.
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Josh Fiorillo
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (860) 231-8823
  • Catering
    Pond House is able to cater to any out of house location including other local venues and your very own kitchen! We will provide everything from staff to clean up! Please inquiry today to have the Pond House to your house!
  • Private party facilities
    Both private parties and semi-private accommodations available, contact restaurant for more information
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