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Fried seafood platters, burgers & other easygoing eats on a seasonal patio beside Candlewood Lake.
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Address: 292 Candlewood Lake Rd, Brookfield, CT 06804
Phone: (203) 775-6635
Website: http://downthehatchrestaurant.com/
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Reviews
Joe Belle
On a recent trip through Connecticut, my family and I stopped at Down the Hatch for lunch. It’s a pretty nice lakeside restaurant. There’s a large outdoor seating area that overlooks the lake; very nice. The atmosphere is casual and if you’re on the lake you can pull your boat up to their dock. Pictured is the lobster roll which was fantastic. The servers and hosts were all very friendly and attentive. If I were to be in the area again I would definitely make s as return trip, maybe for a nice evening dinner. Prices were reasonable.
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Simply stated this is the place to be for a wonderful summer afternoon with friends, family or kids! Great food, drinks, view and ambiance. Service was excellent. We had cheese burgers and fries and just a wonderful relaxing afternoon. The views of Candlewood Lake are fantastic. Come here by land or boat… you will not be disappointed!
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If you want to have a pleasant time in Brookfield, I suggest you visit this restaurant. The food? I’ve actually always ordered the tacos; I find them delicious and different from the tacos I’ve had at other restaurants, which I really appreciate. But what I like most is the atmosphere. It’s right on the shore of Candlewood Lake, so if you want to sit at one of their tables by the lake, it’s very relaxing. You can even take a boat ride on the lake since they have their own dock and boats available (for a fee, of course!). I haven’t tried it myself, but it looks like a great experience. The customer service? The waiters provide excellent service, but don’t expect the same from the receptionist (I’m sorry, I have to be honest, I don’t mean to be rude, hostess!). Overall, it’s a very nice place with delicious and fresh food… definitely worth a visit.
… moreWilliam T
I ordered a chicken Caesar salad and was given the option of grilled or crispy chicken. I asked if the crispy chicken was similar to a chicken cutlet, and the waitress said yes. This is what I received: a Caesar salad topped with three chicken nuggets. I just wish she had told me they were actually chicken nuggets—I would’ve gone with the grilled chicken instead. The bite mark was from my son.
… moreChristopher Dobransky
Spending summers at Candlewood Lake is always fun. And enhancing that experience is Down The Hatch. DTH is the ONLY public restaurant on Connecticut’s largest lake and offers a variety of classic bar foods, salads, and spectacular views.
The large dive-bar offers plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and it is always a good time here. The burgers are OK, but the seafood, salads, and fried foods are the shining stars of this place. Whatever you order, don’t forget to feed the locals.
… moreThe large dive-bar offers plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and it is always a good time here. The burgers are OK, but the seafood, salads, and fried foods are the shining stars of this place. Whatever you order, don’t forget to feed the locals.
Carol R.
It’s been awhile since our last visit here & we are so happy that we came. We were seated right in front of the lake..what a great view! our server Alexis was super friendly & efficient. Our fish & chip, Burgers & nachos were all tasty and well priced, what a wonderful experience and are already looking forward to our next visit soon!
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Increase the $30.00 lobster roll tonight
I was tasty; however, very skim! I asked the waitress ahead of time too if it was substantial. That the portion was so incredibly small was very disappointing!
… moreI was tasty; however, very skim! I asked the waitress ahead of time too if it was substantial. That the portion was so incredibly small was very disappointing!
David S
Nice stop on the lake, pull up with your boat, grab a bite, have a drink what a cool spot… Just wish there were more places like this. Food is typical bar with some additional fish options like the Mahi Mahi sandwich was a pleasant surprise(see pic). Other seafood entrees and tacos are on the menu too. Open and airy make this place nice with lake views too. Oh well Down e Hatch does check most of the boxes so I take it as is!
… moreRobby Collignon
If you haven’t stopped in to this place your missing out. With a great mix of American and seafood fare and amazing views you can’t help but enjoy.
Sorry I took the pictures after we started eating. we had a seafood mix over avocado and shellfish over salad both delicious.
… moreSorry I took the pictures after we started eating. we had a seafood mix over avocado and shellfish over salad both delicious.
Paul Beltran
A great place to eat when you want to be close to water. I ordered their salmon Caesar salad and it was decent. The salmon was cooked perfect with a little bit of char and the Caesar salad was standard.
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