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December 9, 2016

Best of Business: FOOD & BEVERAGE

Business Bar

Max Downtown

185 Asylum St., Hartford

www.maxdowntown.com

Top Executive: Steven Abrams, managing partner

If ever there were a showplace for dining in Hartford, it is Max Downtown. Situated as the centerpiece of Hartford's downtown business center, it has been guided to preeminence by owners Richard Rosenthal and Steve Abrams. Providing outstanding dining, service and atmosphere, Max Downtown offers a trend-setting atmosphere and award-winning cuisine.

After Hours Cocktails

Rooftop 120

120 Hebron Ave., Glastonbury

www.rooftop120.com

Top Executive: Evan Schwartz, owner

Rooftop 120 is New England's largest four season rooftop, bringing a unique and trendy atmosphere to Hartford County. Rooftop 120 features a romantic casual fine dining experience, in addition to its signature year round rooftop and outdoor patio with stunning views.

Happy Hour

City Steam Brewery

942 Main St., Hartford

www.citysteam.biz

Top Executive: James DuMond, owner

City Steam stands out among other downtown Hartford restaurants because we started off as a small brew pub 20 years ago, and now we are thriving in bars all across New England. We are an active part of the downtown community, opening early for an event at the convention center or a UConn game at the XL Center.

Hotel Dining

Seasons Restaurant at Avon Old Farms Hotel

279 Avon Mountain Rd., Avon

www.seasonsrestaurantavon.com

Top Executive: Jeffrey Hoess-Brooks, general manager

Chef Jim Junkins creates a fresh, seasonal-oriented menu that incorporates the freshest ingredients in Season's Restaurant — one of Avon's most popular restaurants. Enjoy dining in the main dining room with its panoramic views overlooking Talcott Mountain. Every time you dine with us it is a new gourmet experience.

New Restaurant (Open 1 year or less)

Bin228 Gastropub

63 Hebron Ave., Glastonbury

www.thebin228.com

Top Executive: Alicia Roncari, owner

Bin228 Gastropub opened on Hebron Avenue in Glastonbury in 2016. It builds on the success of Bin228, a longtime staple of the downtown Hartford restaurant scene.

Outdoor Dining

Restaurant Bricco

78 Lasalle Rd., West Hartford

www.billgrant.com/bricco

Top Executive: Billy Grant, owner

As Zagat notes, Bricco is a “rustic yet upscale” restaurant offering its patrons Italian cuisine, including artisanal pizzas and an extensive wine list.

Overall Restaurant

J. Gilberts Wood-Fired Steak & Seafood

185 Glastonbury Blvd., Glastonbury

www.jgilberts.com

Top Executive: Adam Paine, managing partner

We promise our guests that they can trust J. Gilbert's for an experience that delivers honest food and quality ingredients and upscale service every time.

Honorable mention: Salute

Power Breakfast

Victoria Café

520 High Rd., Berlin

Breakfast and lunch served daily in a family-friendly environment.

Power Lunch

Max Downtown

185 Asylum Street, Hartford

www.maxdowntown.com

Top Executive: Steven Abrams, managing partner

If ever there were a showplace for dining in Hartford, it is Max Downtown. Situated as the centerpiece of Hartford's downtown business center, it has been guided to preeminence by owners Richard Rosenthal and Steve Abrams. Providing outstanding dining, service and atmosphere, Max Downtown offers a trend-setting atmosphere and award-winning cuisine.

Restaurant for Entertaining Clients

Max Downtown

185 Asylum Street, Hartford

www.maxdowntown.com

Top Executive: Steven Abrams, managing partner

If ever there were a showplace for dining in Hartford, it is Max Downtown. Situated as the centerpiece of Hartford's downtown business center, it has been guided to preeminence by owners Richard Rosenthal and Steve Abrams. Providing outstanding dining, service and atmosphere, Max Downtown offers a trend-setting atmosphere and award-winning cuisine.

Wine List

Vinted Wine Bar & Kitchen

63 Memorial Rd., West Hartford

www.vintedwinebar.com

Top Executive: Gary Evangelista, general manager

Vinted Wine Bar and Kitchen Features over 60 different glasses of wine, and specializes in small plates, tapas, meat and cheese plates, elegant dishes.

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