Highest-rated restaurants in Hartford, according to Tripadvisor
With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Hartford using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
#30. Dunns River Jamaican Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican
- Price: $
- Address: 2996 Main St, Hartford, CT 06120-1425
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#29. King & I Thai Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian, Thai
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1901 Park St, Hartford, CT 06106-2118
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#28. Monte Alban Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Latin
- Price: $
- Address: 531 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT 06105-3048
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#27. Ichiban Japanese & Korean
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Sushi, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 530 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT 06105-3108
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#26. Arch Street Tavern
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 85 Arch St, Hartford, CT 06103-2832
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#25. Polish National Home of Hartford, Inc.
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Polish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 60 Charter Oak Ave, Hartford, CT 06106-1909
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#24. Peppercorn's Grill
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 357 Main St, Hartford, CT 06106-1824
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#23. Primavera Pub
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: European, Portuguese
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 271 Newington Ave, Hartford, CT 06106-4124
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#22. Republic at The Linden
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 10 Capitol Ave intersection of Main & Capitol, Hartford, CT 06106-1755
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#21. The Half Door
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Irish, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 270 Sisson Ave, Hartford, CT 06105-3136
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#20. ON20
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fusion
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 400 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103-3102
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#19. L Bar
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, Gastropub
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 200 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103-2807
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#18. J's Crab Shack
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2074 Park St Ste 1, Hartford, CT 06106-2051
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#17. Tisane Tea & Coffee
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 537 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT 06105-3048
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#16. J Restaurant Bar
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 297 Washington St, Hartford, CT 06106-3324
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#15. Vaughan's Public House
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Irish, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 59 Pratt St, Hartford, CT 06103-1620
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#14. Trinity Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: European, Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 243 Zion St, Hartford, CT 06106-3550
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#13. Chowder Pot IV
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 165 Brainard Rd, Hartford, CT 06114-2102
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#12. First and Last Tavern Hartford
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 939 Maple Ave, Hartford, CT 06114
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#11. Sorella Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 901 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103-1203
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#10. Vivo Seasonal Trattoria
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 200 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103-2807
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#9. Feng Chophouse
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 93 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103-2213
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#8. Agave Grill
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 100 Allyn St Frnt, Hartford, CT 06103-1418
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#7. City Steam Brewery
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 942 Main St, Hartford, CT 06103-1214
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#6. Bear's Smokehouse BBQ
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 25 Front St, Hartford, CT 06103-2844
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#5. Black-Eyed Sally's Southern Kitchen
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 350 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103-2003
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#4. Trumbull Kitchen
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 150 Trumbull St, Hartford, CT 06103-2403
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#3. Max Downtown
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 185 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103-3408
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#2. The Capital Grille
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 44 Front St, Hartford, CT 06103
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#1. Salute
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 100 Trumbull St Suite 2, Hartford, CT 06103-2412
- Read more on Tripadvisor