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Our Favorite NYC hartford CT Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Zohara (991 Farmington Ave, West Hartford): If you’re into Mediterranean cuisine, Zohara should be high on your local restaurant bucket list. Standout dishes include fried halloumi and the strawberry salad.
- Symphony in the Park: Join the Hartford Symphony Orchestra every June in Bushnell Park, for a free outdoor concert. Grab a picnic set, and enjoy live orchestral music with a twist. Think 90s pop covers, silver screen classics, and Latino and Black composer hits.
- Hartford Stage (50 Church St, Hartford): This venue isn’t just about classics; it’s where you’ll find innovative takes on old favorites and provocative new works. From breakdancing Shakespeare to plays tackling wartime ethics, Hartford Stage keeps things truly exciting.
- Coracora (162 Shield St, West Hartford): This West Hartford restaurant recently became a James Beard finalist, which is one of the culinary world’s biggest honors. Tuck into their Instagram-worthy dishes – think creatively presented ceviche and rotisserie chicken – and trust us, all your senses will thank you.
- Barcelona Wine Bar (971 Farmington Ave, West Hartford): A bustling Spanish spot for tapas, sangria, and nearly 400 wines to choose from. Great place to bring picky eaters and wine aficionados.
- Taste of Caribbean & Jerk Festival: Slow down and celebrate Caribbean culture with this all-day bash featuring island beverages, spectacular costumes, delicious jerk dishes, and smooth island rhythms.
- Salute (100 Trumbull St, Hartford): This trendy Italian restaurant has locals and visitors raving about their rose pasta and chicken Parmesan.
- Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art (600 Main St, Hartford): The oldest public art museum in the U.S. features works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Renoir – and manages to strike the balance between offering a myriad of masterpieces without being overwhelming.
- The Lady (191 Ann Uccello St, Hartford): This revamped tavern serves up pub grub, plus has three floors of late-night entertainment, including an arcade and dance floor.
- Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz Series (Bushnell Park): Since 1967, Downtown Hartford has been swinging with free jazz concerts every Monday night throughout July and August. Block out your calendar and enjoy a mix of world-class talent and local up-and-comers.
