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River Tavern

American Restaurant$$$$
Chester
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River Tavern
8.6/10
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    Sarah B.
    "The date pudding is amazing..."(6 Tips)
    "They make the best Dark & Stormy in New England!"(2 Tips)
    Paul S.
    "Nice bottle beer selection Seafood is fresh and a lot of options"(4 Tips)
    Gregory B.
    "The menu changes with the seasons and foods available."(3 Tips)
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  • Emily W.heart icon on user image
    Emily WilsonFebruary 11, 2016
    Lovely little local restaurant filled with original Sol Lewitts (he lived in Chester.) Everything is delicious, but definitely get the guacamole (a staple here). They also make an awesome Bloody Mary.
  • Gregory B.heart icon on user image
    Gregory BrennanNovember 29, 2012
    Wonderful dishes! Ingredients sourced from CT farms. The menu changes with the seasons and foods available. Located in a charming little New England town. One of the best restaurants in the area.
  • Alex H.heart icon on user image
    Alex HennesseyAugust 4, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Spend some of the day at gillette castle and then take the ferry over for a nice meal at this gem. Old Tom tea, Mussels, Fluke, DATE PUDDING. Really nice atmosphere too.
  • Adrienne
    AdrienneDecember 21, 2012
    A touch of New York City dining in the town of Chester, CT. Menu changes daily. A staple, however, is the guacamole - the best - and don't be afraid to try the bread pudding. You will be amazed.
  • Paul S.heart icon on user image
    Paul SheaJanuary 19, 2019
    Ramen is always very good. Nice bottle beer selection Seafood is fresh and a lot of options
  • Day Publishing
    Day PublishingAugust 25, 2011
    8/18 review in The Day: "We enjoyed a superb filet of striped bass perched upon beets, corn, summer squash, and green beans, united by a peach vinaigrette" Full review - http://bit.ly/pCE6qz
  • Paul M.
    Paul MezickJanuary 21, 2012
    Try the Monk fish if it's available. Goes well with a Caesar salad app. Ditto on the date pudding. Definitely one to share for two - it'll weigh you down!
  • Steve D.
    Steve DuboisAugust 6, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Best Dark n Stormy on the planet. Chips and Guacamole is great.
  • Anthonyheart icon on user image
    AnthonyNovember 30, 2014
    This a nice quit place food great ,the chef and wait service is outstanding
  • Saarim Z.heart icon on user image
    Saarim ZamanFebruary 1, 2016
    Great little spot, definitely start off with the guacamole
  • Sarah F.heart icon on user image
    Sarah FawcettSeptember 16, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything is amazing. Don't leave without enjoying the date pudding for dessert.
  • Cassandra G.
    Cassandra GodutiSeptember 26, 2013
    They serve food fresh from the farm to the table.
  • Bjorn d.heart icon on user image
    Bjorn de CarroJanuary 20, 2020
    Cousy and great of Thai plus Mikkeller beer
  • Leo K.heart icon on user image
    Leo KimAugust 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Date pudding is awesome. You need to order it with your entree so they can prepare it in advance.
  • Marisa W.
    Marisa WestheimerNovember 11, 2012
    Get the date pudding and the painkiller drink. You won't be sorry!
  • Denise F.
    Denise FeeleyJanuary 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Date pudding to die for. The tacos were awesome.
  • Satium H.
    Satium HealthFebruary 1, 2012
    The menu changes every day! Call ahead to arrange for vegan options.
  • Sarah B.
    Sarah BaileyDecember 19, 2011
    The date pudding is amazing... And so is everything else!
  • Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio
    Leif Nilsson Spring Street StudioSeptember 22, 2010
    Take a stroll up to my garden and studio on Spring Street before you dine. Read more
  • Erica W.
    Erica WoodsFebruary 11, 2011
    1/2 price wine Mon & Tue...1/2 price on wed!
  • Greg W.
    Greg W.March 20, 2011
    Lobster Sandwich is unforgettable
  • Katherine G.
    Katherine G.March 23, 2010
    Looking forward to a birthday meal here! Read more
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River Tavern
23 Main St
Chester, CT 06412
United States
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The best locally grown food cooked from scratch at our neighborhood restaurant or down on the farm with our popular benefit dinner series Dinners at the Farm.
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Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
  • Mon–Thu
    • 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
    • 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
  • Fri–Sat
    • 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
    • 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
  • Sun
    • 11:00 AM–2:30 PM
    • 4:30 PM–9:00 PM
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(860) 526-9417
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Reservations
Yes
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Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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