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This Must-Visit Connecticut Restaurant Has Its Very Own Waterfall

By Lauren Sweeney | Published September 13, 2017

There are plenty of nice restaurants in Connecticut with great views and ambiance. Then there’s Millwright’s in Simsbury, which has its very own waterfall. The serene surroundings aren’t the restaurant’s only draw; the owner/chef is a local celebrity thanks to his creative menus and commitment to farm-to-table values.

Millwright's is housed in a former mill building built in 1680. Catch different views of the falls from the more formal dining room upstairs and the relaxed tavern downstairs.

Occasionally, the restaurant hosts events on the bridge directly overlooking the falls.

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Millwright's places value on both history and innovation. The dining room demonstrates those values perfectly.

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The menu shines a spotlight on locally-sourced food, cleverly prepared by one of the best kitchens in New England. The chef was recently a James Beard semi-finalist.

At Millwright's, you can always trust that the creative menu will be executed perfectly.

Most of the organic produce used in Millwright's kitchen comes from their partnerships with local farms.

Between the incredible atmosphere and creative menu, it's no surprise this place is widely considered one of the most romantic restaurants in the area.

Romantic evening or not, can you imagine a more peaceful place to enjoy a glass of wine?

Have you ever been to this innovative Connecticut restaurant? Would you make the trip up to Simsbury to try it?

Millwright’s is located at 77 West St, Simsbury, CT 06070

If you love supporting local farms, check out this list of 11 unbelievable farm-to-table restaurants in Connecticut.

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