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Interior - Arethusa al Tavolo, Bantam, CT

Arethusa al Tavolo

4.9 (3853)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
828 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT 06750

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Arethusa al Tavolo

4.9
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Bantam

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located in quaint Bantam (CT) in the scenic county of Litchfield, Arethusa al tavolo offers an innovative farm-to-table menu that celebrates the products of the Arethusa Dairy Farm. Chef Dan Magill’s cuisine is modern and comfortable; it features daily-chosen farm ingredients and the freshest and most select products.

Arethusa al tavolo offers a progressive dining experience to the Northwest Connecticut dining scene.

We look forward to serving you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Continental, American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dan Magill
  • Catering
    We offer “Take Out” Tuesday through Saturday nights. Please email your take out order and phone number by 3PM for the same day pick-up to orders@arethusaaltavolo.com. We will then call you back to confirm order has been received, process payment and confirm your pick-up time.
  • Neighborhood
    Bantam
  • Cross street
    Bantam Road (RT 202) & Doyle Road
  • Parking details
    Parking is located behing the Arethusa Dairy Store off of Doyle Road
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Arethusa al Tavolo.

4.9

4.9
(3853)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Best Food

  • Connecticut

    Contemporary American

  • Litchfield County

    Best Overall

  • Litchfield County

    Best Food

  • Litchfield County

    Best Service

  • Litchfield County

    Best Ambiance

  • Litchfield County

    Best Value

  • Litchfield County

    Innovative

  • Litchfield County

    Healthy

  • Litchfield County

    Romantic

  • Litchfield County

    Good for special occasions

  • Litchfield County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Arethusa al Tavolo shines with "outstanding service," "delicious cuisine," and "photograph-worthy presentation." Nestled in Litchfield, CT, this gem offers an "inspired menu" and "superb quality." The ambiance is "elegant," and the staff's "exceptional hospitality" makes every visit special. Perfect for anniversaries or special occasions, it's a culinary delight not to miss.
3,853 Reviews
  1. Ela

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Wonderful service. Perfect atmosphere.

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  2. Blythe

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Interesting food combinations. Beautiful food presentation. Fabulous service.

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  3. Kenneth

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Food is excellent. Service is outstanding.

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  4. Edward Gold

    New York City48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our 3rd visit and once again we were very pleased. The service, cuisine, professionalism, and hospitality were among the best we have experienced in Connecticut. The prices are commensurate with the qualities mentioned, but I am happy to pay to be consistently satisfied at this level

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  5. Joyce Gold

    New York City75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. Service, food, ambience. Just perfect. A special birthday night was celebrated! Love coming here.

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  6. Charles

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoy on Tuesday when not busy. Noise level on weekends too loud. But food and service always outstanding

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  7. Samantha

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience last evening was absolutely superb. The service, the ambiance, the presentation - all spectacular. Arethusa is on it's game and has set the standard. Photograph-worthy presentation with the taste to match. Every aspect was memorable and we are still talking about it! Our regards to the Arethusa al Tavolo Host, Peter.

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  8. Tracy Gold

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Seasonal menus are so satisfying!

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  9. Debra Gold

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Servers were excellent. Food was delicious. It was a lovely evening. Husband said the Manhattan was STRONG!

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  10. Woody

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambiance were wonderful but we unfortunately had to wait nearly 1.5 hours for our entrees and another 30 minutes for our dessert (we were there for 2.5 hours total). I'm not sure if the kitchen was understaffed, but they seemed to acknowledge that it was taking longer than usual and gave us a free beet/yogurt shot, free mocktails, and a free pint of ice cream upon our exit. In the end, when we are paying the prices we were paying ($100+ per person for a shared appetizer, entrees, and a shared dessert), I would hope the staff would consider comps more than mocktails and a pint of ice cream for this kind of wait. The food was certainly good - though not exquisite for the price. I have never had to wait so long at a restaurant and it's really unfortunate because we came in with such high hopes.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Continental, American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Dan Magill
  • Catering
    We offer “Take Out” Tuesday through Saturday nights. Please email your take out order and phone number by 3PM for the same day pick-up to orders@arethusaaltavolo.com. We will then call you back to confirm order has been received, process payment and confirm your pick-up time.
  • Neighborhood
    Bantam
  • Cross street
    Bantam Road (RT 202) & Doyle Road
  • Parking details
    Parking is located behing the Arethusa Dairy Store off of Doyle Road
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

FAQs

For a calmer visit, pick a weekday dinner, Tuesday–Thursday evenings when Arethusa al Tavolo is open; Fridays, Saturdays and special nights tend to be busier.

Yes, families dine here: multiple guests mention bringing children and that their kids enjoyed mains such as calamari, pork tenderloin, and steamed snapper.

Yes, guests report outdoor seating: several reviewers say they were seated outside and enjoyed the patio between the restaurant and the ice cream shop next door.

Arethusa al Tavolo feels elegant and intimate, a small, classy dining room with attentive, knowledgeable service, though guests often note the room can be quite lively and noisy on busy nights.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formalwear, and many guests dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.

For a lively weekend dinner, Friday and Saturday evenings are excellent, guests often report busy, energetic weekend service with standout food and cocktails.

Yes, Arethusa al Tavolo is a popular choice for anniversaries and special evenings, with many guests describing memorable anniversary dinners, thoughtful touches, and attentive service.

Portions are frequently described as just the right size, guests say dishes are satisfying and many leave comfortably full after an appetizer and entrée.

Yes, guests have reported dining with a party member in a wheelchair and being seated in a protected corner, indicating staff accommodate wheelchair seating needs.

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Arethusa al Tavolo

4.9
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Bantam

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 32 times today
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