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Food suggestions before XL Center game

HooperScooper said:
I actually checked there and couldn’t get a reservation. Just as well since I’m sure I’d probably be late for it anyway.
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I remember meeting you and your wife and your little boys pre-game at McD's when they were across the street from the XL. Must have been 20 years ago. ;-)
 
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alexd said:
I remember meeting you and your wife and your little boys pre-game at McD's when they were across the street from the XL. Must have been 20 years ago. ;-)
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Coming tomorrow with my oldest son. He's definitely not little any more!
 
HooperScooper said:
I haven't been to a game in Hartford since before Covid. Coming down for the DePaul game but won't have time to go to a sit down restaurant. Any suggestions for a fast casual spot in Hartford to grab dinner before the game? Something I can be in and out of in less than an hour. I was thinking Bear's but if anyone has any other suggestions please let me know. And don't suggest I eat at the XL Center. The food there is generally terrible. I think there's a Bear's in the arena so that's always an option if I'm running late. Thanks in advance.
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Vernon Diner
 
UChusky916 said:
The answer used to be Woodys hotdogs. Since he retired, it's tough to get a quick quality meal in downtown Hartford.

Hartford's food scene leaves a lot to be desired.
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Woody's was great. I was preparing myself for a second crack at the Devil Dog Challenge but did not get the chance before they closed.
 
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HuskyHawk said:
In that case, if you like Delis. Reins https://www.reinsdeli.com It was a staple when I grew up in Manchester.
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Been there many times. Just don't want to eat early enough where we know we'll get out of there and then into Hartford in time to get into the game and not miss opening tip off. Parking in Hartford and then getting food is more safe.
 
Homemade corned beef?

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scotty0330 said:
So @HooperScooper where did you end up?
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Thanks everyone for the suggestions. So we ended up at El Pollo Guapo on Front Street. We went there figuring we could pick either that or Bear's. Worked out great and actually had enough time to head to a bar for a beer before the game too. Next time I'll try to make sure I'm there early and make a reservation at Salute. Saw Sorella's also. Is that good?

Btw, does anyone work in downtown Hartford? We got there about 5:30, parked and walked down Main St. and then down to Front Street. I could count how many people we passed on one hand. My son lives in Boston and we were laughing that we hardly passed a soul walking down Main Street at 5:30.
 
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jrg23 said:
Salute is the best!
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I was at a Pregame reception catered by Salute and was completely underwhelmed, the antipasto tray was acceptable but nothing special. Quesidillas, pasta and pulled pork were dreck. Maybe (hope) the restaurant dining experience is better.
 
dvegas said:
I was at a Pregame reception catered by Salute and was completely underwhelmed, the antipasto tray was acceptable but nothing special. Quesidillas, pasta and pulled pork were dreck. Maybe (hope) the restaurant dining experience is better.
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I love hearing these reviews. Hopefully it makes it easier for me to get a reservation when I need one. I've never had a bad meal there, eaten there a 100 times.
 
This seems like a good place to shout-out Four Dads as our new pregame go-to spot.

Solid beers on tap, good whiskey selection/prices. We've had wings, pizza and sandwiches now, and all were really good. And everyone working there is awesome, even while slammed before a game. Definitely recommend (especially now that it is after the season and we don't have to worry about you taking our seats at the bar)
 
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Kemba Time said:
This seems like a good place to shout-out Four Dads as our new pregame go-to spot.

Solid beers on tap, good whiskey selection/prices. We've had wings, pizza and sandwiches now, and all were really good. And everyone working there is awesome, even while slammed before a game. Definitely recommend (especially now that it is after the season and ywe don't have to worry about you taking our seats at the bar)
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I like the Pizza by the slice at Four Dads. It's a nice slice, not an afterthought.
 
Kemba Time said:
This seems like a good place to shout-out Four Dads as our new pregame go-to spot.

Solid beers on tap, good whiskey selection/prices. We've had wings, pizza and sandwiches now, and all were really good. And everyone working there is awesome, even while slammed before a game. Definitely recommend (especially now that it is after the season and we don't have to worry about you taking our seats at the bar)
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Love the place but it’s tiny. Was there pregame, they let a guy occupy a table for 6 for
an hour before the rest of his party arrived. Meanwhile many fans came in, looked and went elsewhere.
 
HooperScooper said:
Thanks everyone for the suggestions. So we ended up at El Pollo Guapo on Front Street. We went there figuring we could pick either that or Bear's. Worked out great and actually had enough time to head to a bar for a beer before the game too. Next time I'll try to make sure I'm there early and make a reservation at Salute. Saw Sorella's also. Is that good?

Btw, does anyone work in downtown Hartford? We got there about 5:30, parked and walked down Main St. and then down to Front Street. I could count how many people we passed on one hand. My son lives in Boston and we were laughing that we hardly passed a soul walking down Main Street at 5:30.
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I work downtown Hartford. Most of the Insurance companies are still hybrid remote, workers only have to come in 2 or 3 days a week. Some days my garage is empty, sometimes I have a tough time finding a spot.
 
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HooperScooper said:
Saw Sorella's also. Is that good?
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I can recommend Sorella's. Italian, a bit more casual than Salute with their wood-fired pizza oven. A major plus is Sorella is prepared for game days. Even though the place was mobbed, the service was excellent. I've seen AD Dave there pregame.
 
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