Comfort Food at its Best
Known for its steamed cheeseburgers, Farrell's Restaurant serves Portland's large Irish-American community. With generous portions, friendly staff and Guinness on tap, Farrell's attracts families who've been coming there for years. Try some of their specialities, such as Delmonico steak, sea scallops wrapped in bacon or the turkey dinner that comes complete with gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetables and cranberry sauce. It also caters parties and other special occasions.
Farrell's Restaurant
245 Marlborough St.
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-4589
farrellscaterers.com
Head Up to Eggs Up
A breakfast spot popular among locals, Eggs Up Grill is owned and run by the husband-and-wife team of Kimberly and Shawn Greenlaw, who treat customers like family. This "home away from home" is warm, intimate and snug, which sometimes means a wait, especially on weekends. The Greenlaws offer a number of omelets, scrambles and breakfast sandwiches, but check out their specialities, including their Southern Benedict and Breakfast Burrito. They even offer a gluten-free menu with pancake and French toast options, and also have a lunch menu. Try their patty melt or pulled pork BBQ sandwiches.
Eggs Up Grill
1462 Portland-Cobalt Road
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-4968
theeggsupgrill.com
Wild, Wild West...in Connecticut
Need a place that has Tex-Mex, pool tables, jukebox and hosts locals bands as well as karaoke night, all with the ambiance of a Western Saloon? Stop by Winchester Cafe, family-owned and operated by first Walt Grabek and now his daughter, Donna, since 1947. Perfect for hanging out with your friends, grab a table and grab one of the many beers on tap. The full bar is not the only draw. You can share American fare like buffalo wings or go for the Mexican side with tacos, burritos and quesadillas.
Winchester Cafe
1374 Portland Cobalt Road
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-0224
winchestercafe.com
