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Hartford Area Hidden Lunch Gems?

Caronimo said:
Probably already mentioned but I had black bamboo in West Hartford last night. One of the best Chinese around. 9.1/10 on the one bite scale
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Great spot was actually just there yesterday for lunch as well. Idk if i'd call it a hidden gem though (Im pretty sure its won a bunch of rewards for best chinese place in hartford area) The owner Sonny is a good guy, always seems to be there too. Respect the hustle.
 
Mano said:
Sadly I have to agree. The quality at China Pan by Westfarms has fallen off a cliff over the past couple of years.
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Original owners sold it years ago.
 
HungryHuskies said:
Agreed. They need more phone lines though. I feel like every time I call the line is busy and I hold and hold. It seems holding doesn't work. I end up calling like 3 or 4 times before getting through to someone.

Which probably doesn't make this a "hidden lunch gem".
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The key is going next door to Harvest and getting some good craft beer while waiting for the Chinese
 
I haven't seen it mentioned but Mickey's Oceanic in East Hartford is a true hidden gem, they've been there 53 years! Their spicy fish sandwich is solid and it's on sale every Mon Tue Wed for $4.59.
 
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Pollo Guapo in Glastonbury, anyone?

I keep hearing rave reviews and think I will go try it tomorrow.
 
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Huskybass said:
I've had many Cappy dogs over the years. They are unique treat and an experience like no other.
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I had not been there in many years till last year. I was disappointed they had moved. I remember a more downtown location? When did and why did they move?
 
Sky ball said:
I had not been there in many years till last year. I was disappointed they had moved. I remember a more downtown location? When did and why did they move?
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News to me. I had a couple maybe 2 summers ago in the old location that I had been going to since 1983.
 
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Huskybass said:
News to me. I had a couple maybe 2 summers ago in the old location that I had been going to since 1983.
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Looks like they moved to current location in 1982

During the mid-1950's long time owners Arthur Unaris and Nick Sangeloty began running Capitol Lunch. Back then, you could get a hot dog with everything on it for 15 cents. In 1962, Capitol Lunch moved its location to Main Street. For 20 years, Capitol Lunch made a name for itself with its unique set up. People walking by the store could look through the window and see the grill full of hot dogs. Inside, there was a long counter with about 12 stools. Factory workers were known to stop by and take a hundred hot dogs to go at a time! That is what I remember.

In order to accommodate the growing customer base, Capitol Lunch moved to its current location at 510 Main Street. The business still remains in the same family. Today, you can get the same hot dog for a bargain at $1.90…loaded with a slab of yellow mustard, a mound of chopped raw onions, and our Famous Sauce.
 
Sky ball said:
Looks like they moved to current location in 1982

During the mid-1950's long time owners Arthur Unaris and Nick Sangeloty began running Capitol Lunch. Back then, you could get a hot dog with everything on it for 15 cents. In 1962, Capitol Lunch moved its location to Main Street. For 20 years, Capitol Lunch made a name for itself with its unique set up. People walking by the store could look through the window and see the grill full of hot dogs. Inside, there was a long counter with about 12 stools. Factory workers were known to stop by and take a hundred hot dogs to go at a time! That is what I remember.

In order to accommodate the growing customer base, Capitol Lunch moved to its current location at 510 Main Street. The business still remains in the same family. Today, you can get the same hot dog for a bargain at $1.90…loaded with a slab of yellow mustard, a mound of chopped raw onions, and our Famous Sauce.
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So I guess all my visits (dating back to 1983) have been to the present location.

So I went to Pollo Guapo in Glastonbury today with a friend. It was outstanding. Nice to have a delicious option a mile from home.
 
Sky ball said:
Looks like they moved to current location in 1982

During the mid-1950's long time owners Arthur Unaris and Nick Sangeloty began running Capitol Lunch. Back then, you could get a hot dog with everything on it for 15 cents. In 1962, Capitol Lunch moved its location to Main Street. For 20 years, Capitol Lunch made a name for itself with its unique set up. People walking by the store could look through the window and see the grill full of hot dogs. Inside, there was a long counter with about 12 stools. Factory workers were known to stop by and take a hundred hot dogs to go at a time! That is what I remember.

In order to accommodate the growing customer base, Capitol Lunch moved to its current location at 510 Main Street. The business still remains in the same family. Today, you can get the same hot dog for a bargain at $1.90…loaded with a slab of yellow mustard, a mound of chopped raw onions, and our Famous Sauce.
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,Growing up in New Britain, there was a time when I swear Cappy's sauce would show up in my blood test results. In the early 60's that is where my HBHS group would meet after Friday night dates to lie about our conquests.
 
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HooperScooper said:
I'd like to see someone eat a whole. My sons eat a lot and they're full with a half.
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One bit of constructive criticism for Wethersfield Pizza. They’re very nice people who make great food but they really need to get with the times on the cash only policy, especially during Covid. Very few people want to handle dirty cash these days. They have an ATM but it’s a big inconvenience and not a good look for a restaurant.
 
tentoes4rings said:
One bit of constructive criticism for Wethersfield Pizza. They’re very nice people who make great food but they really need to get with the times on the cash only policy, especially during Covid. Very few people want to handle dirty cash these days. They have an ATM but it’s a big inconvenience and not a good look for a restaurant.
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I know plenty of cash restaurants, Bill’s in particular. They aren’t changing and have no reason to. Bill’s also has an atm why isn’t it a good look? It’s very convenient if you forget to bring cash
 
methodology said:
I know plenty of cash restaurants, Bill’s in particular. They aren’t changing and have no reason to. Bill’s also has an atm why isn’t it a good look? It’s very convenient if you forget to bring cash
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Because it’s a frugal move to save 2-3% in processing costs. It inconveniences customers and they have to pay a fee to take money out of the machine. Taking cards in 2020 is the cost of doing business.
 
tentoes4rings said:
One bit of constructive criticism for Wethersfield Pizza. They’re very nice people who make great food but they really need to get with the times on the cash only policy, especially during Covid. Very few people want to handle dirty cash these days. They have an ATM but it’s a big inconvenience and not a good look for a restaurant.
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Lol, you're not going to get Covid from cash.
 
tentoes4rings said:
One bit of constructive criticism for Wethersfield Pizza. They’re very nice people who make great food but they really need to get with the times on the cash only policy, especially during Covid. Very few people want to handle dirty cash these days. They have an ATM but it’s a big inconvenience and not a good look for a restaurant.
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Maybe they don’t ring in every grinder.....
 
tentoes4rings said:
One bit of constructive criticism for Wethersfield Pizza. They’re very nice people who make great food but they really need to get with the times on the cash only policy, especially during Covid. Very few people want to handle dirty cash these days. They have an ATM but it’s a big inconvenience and not a good look for a restaurant.
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I too blow my nose with money
 
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