The Hidden Still
| Address: | 87 West Rd, Ellington, CT 06029, USA |
| Phone: | +1 860-896-3333 |
| Site: | thehiddenstill.com |
| Rating: | 4.4 |
| Working: | 4PM–1AM 11:30AM–12AM 11:30AM–12AM 11:30AM–12AM 11:30AM–2AM 11:30AM–2AM 11:30AM–12AM |
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Geno Villafano
The atmosphere was good. Nice decor with good seating/lighting/etc. They had a great selection of cocktails and liqours, but a very small craft beer selection, not really on paar with other modern bars. We went on a night of live music, which was a nice surprise. The staff was very helpful and polite, our waitress seemed to have the perfect balance of timing when it came to asking if we needed anything and giving us space--it sounds odd, but this is a very difficult feature to master. The food came quickly. We ordered two wraps, one chicken curry, the other fish. Both were quite good.The fish breading was light on salt for our tastes, but hot/fresh and went well with the rest of the wrap. The curry was well seasoned, though not so strong as an authentic curry dish. The chicken curry (wailer wrap) was very good, although quite a quick preparation as it used fresh cut onions and lettuce, not cooked or prepared in anyway. Somewhat akin to a cafe, but it was well priced (9.5) so no one can complain. We had the sweet potato fries as a sides. They included skins which is always nice, but they were a bit soggy/wet. This might be a preference , but I generally prefer a crust. Still enjoyed them though--large salt grains instead of a fine dusting were a nice touch. Overall, will go back. Everything is priced extremely well for the quality.
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Karyn P
GREASY!!!!!!!! First two times we went we absolutely loved it, great staff, good atmosphere, awesome ipas on draft and the food was good. This last time (July), I ordered pulled pork sandwich which was extremely dry and the bun was oozing in grease when you squeezed it to take a bit. The sweet potatoes fries also came out coated in a shiny sheen of grease on top of a pool of grease. My fiance ordered a burger with tots, he too had a pool of grease on his plate underneath his food. I hope this was just a one time screw up from the chef because we do like the place overall.
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A Vail
Stopped in today after a motorcycle ride. Ordered fried shrimp, first experience plenty on plate however when taking a fork to get a few they went on the floor. They were not golden brown but brown,hard and tasteless. Ordered pork BBQ, very dry. I also ordered sweet potatoe fries, they were dripping in grease and not cooked. My husband ordered a Carnivore salad. The flank steak was tough and overcooked zero flavor, chicken was dry and no bacon as the menu read. Service was slow and a real disappointment to say the least. Definitely will not be going back.
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Adam Lehmann
Good food, but honestly missing something, I feel if they did real BBQ here, brisket, smoked turkey, burnt ends, ect that this would be perfect. The menu is kind of all over the place. The wings are decent, but makes you wonder by the apperance how old the oil is. Drinks are good but the "moonshine" is weak, the beers on tap are constantly changing as a keg runs out a new beer shows up but they have 14 beers on tap. Personally Ill come back as the women are BEAUTIFUL! But its still classy!
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Steve Powell
Wow with Wings and Moonshine. What a great find in semi-rural CT. Sub-urbanization has a plus note here. This place has the best wings. The mustard and horseradish combo rocks. The service is the best and the kitchen is timely. The pretzel rolls and cheese sauce is awesome. The Lions Tail concoction she whipped together will buzz you. Last but not least the Devils Share moonshine will round out your meal. Its all good.
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Courtney York
Service wasnt that great. Our waitress was really nice, but took forever to come fill our drinks and come check on us. Other waitresses and a manager had to do it for her. But everybody was really nice! EDIT: The waitress we had before had improved so much from then to our recent visit! She was probably just new! Still an amazing place!
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Shaun Violette
Fantastic as always, foods amazing. Id just had oral surgery so couldnt enjoy it as normal but my wife loved her Charleston sandwich and their food never dissapoints. Captains daughter on draft, really a must eat at least once. Foods always top notch, staffs super friendly. Really no reason to eat else where in town.
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Kristy M.
This place had potential. Unfortunately the servers are rude, the service stinks, and they have a tendency to let people drive home drunk from the bar. I know this because I witnessed it firsthand. When I brought it to the staffs attention, it was discussed but then ignored. I will NEVER return to this place!!!
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Doug G
1. The service sucks. 2 beer over priced. 3 on a slow Sunday afternoon the bar shouldnt smell. Its discusting .4 hire employees who want to have a job in hospitality not wanna talk with there friends and be on there phones. Never returning here again ..dang that smell .7/23/2017
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Ben Tomczak
Great beer selection, food was delicious and surprisingly affordable (got a beautiful po boy for lunch, stuffed with huge shrimp [I know, its an oxymoron] and scallops for $10). Friendly staff, outdoor seating, live music-- a culinary cultural oasis in the middle of farm country.
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Jacob Parmentier
Ive been coming to the Still since its old location pretty much weekly. The Staff is very attentive and friendly. I must say I like the winter menu better but the wings are by far the best in the area. Good tap list and a strong focus on local beer and spirits.
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Mike Emmons
The Hidden Still has a fantastic selection of drinks, beer, and a large open bar area. Keep an eye out for live music and karaoke nights, and sample the menu, including a wide variety of unique wing flavors. The chipotle-cinnamon is something to behold.
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JoAnn Sopelak
Excellent atmosphere and food was perfect. Split a dish and appetizer and dish came on two separate plates and plated nicely. With No upcharge. High end restaurants love to charge for an "extra plate". Definitely will return. Service was superb!
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Jonathan Thulin
Usually a great beer selection here. Food is decent. Good atmosphere. They have local bands and karaoke every week. Outdoor patio is a plus. My only gripe is that they keep simplifying the menu and some decent selections have been removed.
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Jeremy M
Having eaten here twice Ive not been overly impressed with the food. The quality was mediocre and the service slow, even with an empty dining room. The bar seemed to get plenty of attention if thats your scene, but not the dining room.
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Jamison Boucher
Awesome Pub Food - Countless wing flavors, great craft beer selection and fun atmosphere - DJ Chef Steve does Trivia on Wednesday, Suzi Klonk does karaoke on Thursdays, Bands on Friday - perfect spot for a good time
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Tim Malone
Great beer selection, good food, decent atmosphere. The drinks are pretty good though Im not a huge moonshine fan. Some of the food is a bit heavy and it can get crowded at night. One of the best places in the area.
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Rebecca Olesen
Great atmosphere, super friendly staff and delicious food!! The Bacon & Bleu Boomers appetizer is amazing!! If you are having drinks, the house infused apple pie moonshine is a must try.
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Alayna M
Our server Lauren was amazing! She was very attentive, got all of our many orders correct, and was super friendly! The food was excellent as well!! Great times at The Still!!
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Greg York
Food is great but service is some times slow however it was very busy Friday evening. Disappointed that they did not have several types of bourbon listed on drink menu.
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Crystal P
Cute smaller restaurant. Sometimes crowded. The popular food is very good but the rarer more health-conscious options are not that great. Awesome Disc Golf Association
