A modern tavern in a historical setting, serving wood-fired, farm-driven pizzas, shareable small plates, and seasonal entrees that are sure to please.
This New Preston wine bar has an outdoor patio, a wood burning fireplace, and delicious food.
The Owl
18 East Shore Rd, New Preston
860-619-0585
From bagels, cinnamon rolls, a variety of doughnuts, seasonal muffins, brioche rolls, chocolate and almond croissants—a wide selection of baked goods are offered at Arethusa a Mano Bakery & Café, the stylish small town café. All are made on the premises and pastries are baked several times a day, giving diners a fresh, just-baked experience. For lunch there salads, wraps, and paninis.
They offer a selection of drinks including drip coffee, espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, cold brew, and nitro coffee. Speciality drinks such as matcha lattes and affogato. Enjoy your visit in this upscale cafe.
Arethusa a Mano
833 Bantam Rd., Bantam
860-567-5722
Thai Charm offers traditional Thai dishes. From appetizers, soups and salads, to Thai curries, Vegetable dishes, Fried Rice, and Noodles. The dining rooms are pleasant and fill up quickly during dinner. Takeout is also available.
Thai Charm
218 Kent Rd., New Milford
860-799-5271
Take a break while shopping in Kent and grab a seat on the cozy, window-box-lined front porch. Southwestern American and South Asian offerings dot the menu, with a Saigon sandwich (think Bahn Mi) of pork belly, grilled shrimp, or tofu, and a Southwest Salad with grilled shrimp and fried tortilla strips. Even the Roasted Beet Salad with oranges and citrus vinaigrette takes a Latino turn with toasted pepitas.
Friendly owner Anna Gowan and Chef Charles Dietrich, use locally sourced meat and vegetables to keep it simple with great ingredients, and the menu tells you exactly where, say, that burger comes from (Hurlburt Farms). Closed Mondays.
Kingsley Tavern
14 N Main St.
860-592-0261
Dottie’s Diner, a vintage-inspired diner, is one of the best breakfast spots in the northwest corner. Enjoy perfect poached eggs, sausage, crispy potatoes, and a hot cup of coffee. Known for their delicious donuts, you can buy a dozen to take home. The place is always packed, but waiting times aren’t long. The staff is always cheerful and quick to respond to any request. It’s a great place to meet up with friends for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Open at 7am to 3pm everyday.
Dotties Diner
740 Main St South
203-263-2516
Built more than 175 years ago and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Falls Village Inn was restored in 2010 with celebrated New York interior designer Bunny Williams (a Falls Village resident) overseeing the design and decoration. The five guest rooms are a perfect combination of simple sophistication and comfort. A friendly atmosphere, cozy rooms, and delightful food and drink, it’s where the action is.
Accommodations include wireless internet, HD flat-screen TV with satellite service, and a continental breakfast. The Falls Village Inn is two hours and 15 minutes north of New York City or two hours and 30 minutes west of Boston. See our article on the Inn here.
Falls Village Inn
33 Railroad St., Falls Village
860-824-0033
Instagram: @FallsVillageInn
A bistro-style dining experience featuring New American dishes with an Italian flair. They work closely with local farmers. There is a private room for gatherings, a covered patio for outdoor dining, a full bar, and take-out is available, as well as catering and a food truck for off premise events.
John’s Cafe
693 Main St South, Woodbury
203-263-0188
Instagram: @johnscafe693main
At Thorncrest Farm and Milk House Chocolates, Kimberly and Clint Thorn feed their cows the finest, sweetest hay and natural feed resulting in their signature cream milk and delicious artisanal chocolates, Milk House Chocolates. Made with fresh local orchard fruits, garden herbs, and honey. They also offer cheesemaking classes. Going to their barn to pick up some vanilla milk, chocolates for your hostess, and a quick tour of the barn to say hello to the cows is always a treat!
Thorncrest Farm
280 Town Hill Rd., Goshen
860-309-2545
A certified organic vegetable farm with a stand located along East Street in Washington.
Waldingfield Farm
24 East St, Washington
860-898-0438
