Hartford and the Connecticut River Valley Restaurants

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  • 1. Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre

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    The post-and-beam buildings of Comstock Ferre & Co., the country's oldest continuously operating seed company (founded in 1820), is now home to a "seed-to-plate" natural foods café. It's open all day for wraps, toasts, soup, salad, juices, coffee, tea, and smoothies. You can also purchase heirloom seeds, groceries, and gardening supplies.

    263 Main St., Wethersfield, Connecticut, 06109, USA
    860-257–2790

    Known For

    • Locally roasted coffee and espresso
    • Fresh-baked pastries and breads
    • Organic juices (red, green, or orange, depending on the ingredients)

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner
  • 2. O'Rourke's Diner

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    This glass-and-steel classic is the place to go for top-notch diner fare, including creative specialties like the omelet stuffed with roasted portobello mushrooms, Brie, and asparagus. Arrive early for lunch, as the line often files right out the door and the place closes at 1 pm!

    728 Main St., Middletown, Connecticut, 06457, USA
    860-346–6101

    Known For

    • Steamed cheeseburgers—a favorite since 1941 but not available on weekends
    • Irish dishes, like bangers, colcannon, and Irish stew
    • Breakfast served 6 am–1 pm

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No dinner.
  • 3. Oak Room at The Copper Beech Inn

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    Crystal sparkles, silver shines, and candles glow in Copper Beech Inn's main dining room—or you can dine more casually at the bar. Notable dishes have included a starter of jumbo lump crab cakes with remoulade dressing and entrées ranging from steak frites and honey-grilled chicken to grilled swordfish and blackened salmon.

    46 Main St., Ivoryton, Connecticut, 06442, USA
    860-767–0330

    Known For

    • Venerable country inn environment
    • Many gluten-free selections
    • Happy hour at the bar Tuesday-Friday

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch, Reservations essential
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