Millwright's Restaurant

We had the chefs selection with wine pairings and it was exceptional. Service was also exceptional. The atmosphere was warm and inviting. This was one of the best meals and experiences we've ever had dining out. A perfect romantic dinner with creative and superb dishes!

Absolutely delicious! Every single dish was prepared fresh and all the ingredients complemented each other flawlessly. I can't wait to come back and try more culinary delights! Great atmosphere and excellent attentive service.

Millwright's is a New England cuisine restaurant in Simsbury, CT. It is located in a historic 1680 Hop Brook Mill. The owner is Chef Tyler Anderson, a Jame's Beard semi-finalist; he's also been on numerous television shows and owns several other restaurants. The ingredients are sourced locally and is farm to table. The dining options include tavern fare, fine dining, and a chef's tasting menu; French cooking techniques are used to create the meals. There are three areas to dine in; a special events space (The Loft), dining room & enclosed bridge, and 1680 Tavern. They also have Sunday brunch and Ta-Que Tuesday, which is a food truck with smoked meats and tortillas. I wanted to celebrate my husband's birthday so I made reservations about a 2.5 weeks in advance on their website; booking online was easy. The parking lot was easy to get in and out of; we found parking pretty easily at 5 pm. We sat at the enclosed bridge dining room and it was gorgeous. They had a kids menu and high chair as well. The servers were great, attentive, and friendly. We started off with cocktails. I had a tropical drink called Tropic Like It's Hot (I think) with an umbrella which reminded me of a scorpion bowl, it was delicious. The second drink I had was the Earth & Ember which has tequila, mezcal, sumac, beet shrub, and black pepper. My husband loved the old fashioned and rose cocktails. Appetizer: we had the pork belly which came with crispy rice, cabbage salad, and herbs. The whole thing was incredible; I loved the lemony zesty dressing on the salad. Main entree: BBQ short rib which came with braised red cabbage, cauliflower puree, and mustard sauce. The short rib was melt in my mouth good, the cabbage had the right amount of citrus flavor, the cauliflower puree was unlike anything I've ever tasted. The meal was absolutely amazing. My husband enjoyed his burger and fries. My children had mac and cheese and a brownie; they loved it. I'm still training them to be a foodie and refining their palates lol. It was a great dinner and lovely spot to celebrate a special occasion or go on a date night. I loved the waterfall and the historic setting. It was a wonderful dining experience and I highly recommend.

Amazing dinner for the adventurous eater. Appetizer was the johnny cakes that were these unique cornbread biscuits and came with a beautiful garlic butter compote. I ordered the duck breast that came with salsa verde and a black cherry reduction. It was a great combination of flavors I had not had anywhere before. Clean vibrant atmosphere overlooking the river with great service.

LOVE this place! We came here for a date night after reading how good it was and it did not disappoint! Our server was delightful throughout the meal and offered some great suggestions. I started with an old fashioned and my wife had a resiling, both delicious. For apps, we shared the kale Caesar salad and biscuits and the latter melted in your mouth; so good! For entrees, I had the swordfish while she had chicken. The bread coating on the swordfish was AMAZING and the chicken was juicy and flavorful. For dessert, we had the chocolate tart and it was the perfect way to end an excellent meal. Next time we visit, we want to be in the daylight to enjoy the grounds as it’s beautiful! Cannot WAIT to return!

Beautiful restaurant with romantic vibes. Food is divine, delicious drinks and excellent customer service. We were celebrating a birthday and Millwright’s had many nice touches including a hand written birthday card to start the experience. I highly recommend this experience because it is much more than just a restaurant.

Our dinner experience at Millwright’s was exceptional. Every dish came out in a timely manner and was absolutely delicious - the flavors for each dish were unique and well combined (see pictures: pan seared black bass, lemon caesar kale salad, and caramel chocolate peanut butter bar). The server who helped us was extremely kind and knowledgeable about everything on the menu, as was the rest of their staff. Highly recommend Millwright’s for anyone seeking an elevated “New-American” menu for their evening.

Beautiful upscale restaurant alongside a beautiful view of the river. Full bay windows providing beautiful views. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was very good. We had a larger sized party which may have been a bit too large for the typical service here. Good selection of wines and drinks. Excellent appetizers, dinners, and desserts.