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Firebox Restaurant

539 Broad St, Hartford, CT 06106-1402
860-246-1222
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Ranked #5 of 407 restaurants in Hartford
Price range: €24 - €39
Cuisines: American, Contemporary
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Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: Capitol Avenue
Transit: Adjacent to city transportation routes, and within blocks of the train station.
Description: Firebox Restaurant, located in the historic Billings Forge, one block from the State Capitol, serves seasonal contemporary American cuisine, in a casually elegant setting. Guests enjoy the white-washed brick, warm fireplace and handmade Amish farm tables of our back dining rooms. The impressive front bar area with it's exposed brick, wood beams and vaulted ceilings, houses a lively bar scene focusing on innovative cocktails and an impressive wine selection.
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Farmington, Connecticut
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48 reviews 48 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

I was a regular there when they used to serve their calamari salad, which in my view was the best I had ever tried in my life. They made it with arugula and antipasti, and unfortunately I haven't found anything quite like it since.

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New York City, New York
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37 restaurant reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Outstanding foot. Excellent atmosphere. Active bar scene. Proceeds fund neighborhood projects. Highly recommend for business dinner, special meal and all around excellent experience.

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London, Canada
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31 reviews 31 reviews
30 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

I think Firebox is more of a 3.5 star restaurant than a 4 star, but I'll round up rather than down. In general, the food was good, including the calamari, charcuterie, black pearl salmon, and brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts are fried and taste amazing. The s'mores and apple cobbler were OK. The chocolate cake that came with the s'mores... More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Although we had reservations on a Friday night, there was a bit of a wait. Other than that, it was a very nice evening; the menu selection was very interesting and there were several options for our daughter, who is a vegetarian. Started with the cheese plate, which was delicious. Entrees were done perfectly and the service was excellent. Would... More

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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Really great food, great bar, great staff. Says it all. Farm to Table restaurant in Hartford that has a social mission to improve the neighborhood its in. Its in an old industrial building that is pretty cool with exposed brick, etc. Brunch is fantastic!!!!!! They have a gay crowd that congregates on Thursday nights for happy hour.

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New York
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96 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

So I arrived at the restaurant only to check the street sign again. Am I in the right place because I was in the ghetto and if I didn't know any better I would think I'm in Compton. The free parking lot was full since it is shared with neighboring restaurants and shopping so I have to park on the... More

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Glastonbury, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

outstanding fresh and scrumptious food!! Always great service, fun upbeat atmosphere, great way to get people into Hartford!!

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

On a weekend visit to Hartford a friend recommended Firebox Restaurant. It was a truly memorable meal and the service was prompt, enthusiastic and welcoming. We got there about 30 minutes before our reservation so we decided to eat in the bar. The staff gave us a great table and the bar area was busy but not too noisy. The... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

This restaurant is by far the best for the freshest, local, appetizing food in Hartford. The Firebox Restaurant is committed to bringing local foods to your table in the most delicious ways. There is valet parking, off street parking and the nicest staff! Atmosphere, conviviality, romantic, Firebox has everything and a great bar and great bar menu too.

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Hartford, CT
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Great dinner at Firebox! The ambience of the restaurant puts you in a relaxed frame of mind and gets you ready to enjoy a lovely dining experience. We received a lovely greeting upon arrival. The restaurant is divided into several parts, any of which provide a great venue for dining and people watching. The menu provides some excellent choices. The... More

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