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Opening in January of 2025, The Foundry features cuisine rooted in the contemporary American seasonal tradition. Our refined dishes are an authentic reflection of the highest-quality sustainable ingredients New England has to offer. With an ambiance that speaks to a storied history, uncompromising service, and a panoramic view of the city, The Foundry is about providing our guests with an elevated dining experience with every visit.
Hours
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–10 PM |
| Friday | 4–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: One State Street Building, 400 Columbus Blvd Floor 20, Hartford, CT 06105
Phone: (860) 265-4394
Website: https://thefoundryct.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gbp
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Reviews
Jennifer quach
The atmosphere is gorgeous, offering stunning nighttime views of the highways and the Capitol Building. For the chefs counter tasting menu, who spent $500+ we were underwhelmed. Unfortunately, the menu felt uninspired, appearing to play it safe with little effort to push comfort zones or culinary boundaries. Expect to leave hungry—we enjoyed the duck, which was the true standout of the evening, though the supplementary caviar course was also tasty.
Service was underwhelming, lacking both warmth and depth, and at times felt cold and condescending. Our server tainted the experience since we heard him speaking ill about us and other guest through the open kitchen expo. It often seemed performative, with staff demonstrating limited knowledge of the dishes and repeatedly needing to consult the kitchen about basic ingredients. Overall, it’s a safe choice for something local, with undeniably outstanding Connecticut views.
… moreService was underwhelming, lacking both warmth and depth, and at times felt cold and condescending. Our server tainted the experience since we heard him speaking ill about us and other guest through the open kitchen expo. It often seemed performative, with staff demonstrating limited knowledge of the dishes and repeatedly needing to consult the kitchen about basic ingredients. Overall, it’s a safe choice for something local, with undeniably outstanding Connecticut views.
Robert Defeo
The Foundry is truly a gem. We arrived just before sunset, and the atmosphere was absolutely breathtaking — golden light spilling through the space created a warm, elegant vibe that set the tone for the night. We signed up for the 7 course “chefs dinner series” and were not disappointed!
Chef Jeffery has done an incredible job curating both the menu and his staff. Every dish was balanced, flavorful, and beautifully presented — you can feel the passion behind the food. Head Chef Jessie and the kitchen team nailed it.
Our service was outstanding from start to finish. Jimmy, our main server, was attentive and helpful without being overbearing. Jessica supported seamlessly as a sub server, and Dannah behind the bar made some of the best cocktails we’ve had in the area.
It’s clear that every detail at The Foundry is intentional. This place is more than a restaurant — it’s an experience. Highly recommend!
… moreChef Jeffery has done an incredible job curating both the menu and his staff. Every dish was balanced, flavorful, and beautifully presented — you can feel the passion behind the food. Head Chef Jessie and the kitchen team nailed it.
Our service was outstanding from start to finish. Jimmy, our main server, was attentive and helpful without being overbearing. Jessica supported seamlessly as a sub server, and Dannah behind the bar made some of the best cocktails we’ve had in the area.
It’s clear that every detail at The Foundry is intentional. This place is more than a restaurant — it’s an experience. Highly recommend!
Chris
Having eaten here twice in the last three months spending close to 4k on the experiences I’m compelled to provide some feedback. The Resturant has endless potential. The atmosphere, view, service, and platting are excellent. To me the inconsistency is with the food. As a foodie I feel like the chefs are not tasting what they are putting out. Several dishes reach the table not warm, many lack seasoning, many lack acid, and many lack “pop” of flavor. Some dishes are very good and others are bland and feel like with a little tweaking the dishes could be excellent. The desserts are more consistent but I think need 10 % more sweetness to make them better desserts. Overall I’ve enjoyed the experience and likely will return but seek a more consistent plate for the price.
… moreValeryt Marte
The Foundry is a stunning restaurant with spectacular and slightly exotic food options. Everything was absolutely perfect the flavor, the presentation, and the cooking were spot on. The chef is truly outstanding. The place feels like a little gem from NYC, and I love that city vibe. The bar is phenomenal, and the servers are very polite and attentive. They’re always making sure your drink is full and that everything is perfect at your table. Highly recommended!
… moreMichael Brown
The Foundry clearly wants to be taken very seriously, and in many ways it earns that ambition. The bar and dinning room are beautiful and polished, with the feel of a restaurant aiming for Michelin level dining. That said, this was a Friday night, and the bar was nearly empty. The gap between the restaurant’s seriousness and the lack of energy in the room was hard to ignore.
I sat at the bar and received excellent service from start to finish. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and professional without being stiff. The menu, however, is not easy to understand without a culinary degree. Many ingredients to dishes required explanation, and to their credit, the staff did a great job walking me through everything.
I started with a burger that is not listed on the menu and only offered verbally. It was very small, more like an appetizer, and included ingredients I would have skipped had I known ahead of time. I’m just not a chopped up pickle kinda guy.
For my entrée, I ordered a pasta dish that was strikingly small, closer to half a can of SpaghettiOs than a full entrée. The flavor was good, but not memorable. This is not a restaurant for the hungry, as the portions are not made up for by standout execution.
The drink program was the strongest part of the experience. The Take Five cocktail was excellent, the Gamay was light and enjoyable, and the Cabernet delivered a classic Napa Valley profile. Dessert and the espresso martini were also well done. Pricing overall felt fair, even with the small portions.
It is also clear that appearance matters at The Foundry. I was dressed down casually, a red sweatshirt and gold Rolex, which did not fully match the room’s expectations. No one was unkind, but on a quiet Friday night, those expectations felt more aspirational than earned.
After 4 hours and five drinks total, I was declined a final cocktail. While handled professionally, the decision felt overly cautious given the slow pace of the evening.
I would return, but with tempered expectations. To be be frank, I’d probably swing by to have a few drinks before heading out do do something else.
… moreI sat at the bar and received excellent service from start to finish. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and professional without being stiff. The menu, however, is not easy to understand without a culinary degree. Many ingredients to dishes required explanation, and to their credit, the staff did a great job walking me through everything.
I started with a burger that is not listed on the menu and only offered verbally. It was very small, more like an appetizer, and included ingredients I would have skipped had I known ahead of time. I’m just not a chopped up pickle kinda guy.
For my entrée, I ordered a pasta dish that was strikingly small, closer to half a can of SpaghettiOs than a full entrée. The flavor was good, but not memorable. This is not a restaurant for the hungry, as the portions are not made up for by standout execution.
The drink program was the strongest part of the experience. The Take Five cocktail was excellent, the Gamay was light and enjoyable, and the Cabernet delivered a classic Napa Valley profile. Dessert and the espresso martini were also well done. Pricing overall felt fair, even with the small portions.
It is also clear that appearance matters at The Foundry. I was dressed down casually, a red sweatshirt and gold Rolex, which did not fully match the room’s expectations. No one was unkind, but on a quiet Friday night, those expectations felt more aspirational than earned.
After 4 hours and five drinks total, I was declined a final cocktail. While handled professionally, the decision felt overly cautious given the slow pace of the evening.
I would return, but with tempered expectations. To be be frank, I’d probably swing by to have a few drinks before heading out do do something else.
Sally A.
Having visited the Foundry twice, I appreciate so much about it. The ambience first and the spectacular views our lovely. The service is top-notch and the food and cocktails are elevated.
The first time we attended was during a prefix around Valentine’s Day, and I usually do not like to go to restaurants on that holiday because of subpar experience however, the Foundry delivered and actually experienced probably one of the best cocktails I’ve had in a long time. They also celebrated my birthday with me, which was lovely.
The second time we returned, we just sat at the bar, but had some bites and some of the same and new cocktails. They are consistent with their service, which I truly appreciate. overall the vibe is sexy, but also approachable.
Unfortunately, we did have a bit of a underwhelming experience with their chicken Fried quail. It was severely undercooked of course they made up for it but being that that is one of my husband’s favorite foods it was a disappointment. We do look forward to coming back and experiencing their jazz night in the weeks to come.
If you’re looking for a elegant city vibe with a “come as you are” approachability, definitely recommend checking it out
… moreThe first time we attended was during a prefix around Valentine’s Day, and I usually do not like to go to restaurants on that holiday because of subpar experience however, the Foundry delivered and actually experienced probably one of the best cocktails I’ve had in a long time. They also celebrated my birthday with me, which was lovely.
The second time we returned, we just sat at the bar, but had some bites and some of the same and new cocktails. They are consistent with their service, which I truly appreciate. overall the vibe is sexy, but also approachable.
Unfortunately, we did have a bit of a underwhelming experience with their chicken Fried quail. It was severely undercooked of course they made up for it but being that that is one of my husband’s favorite foods it was a disappointment. We do look forward to coming back and experiencing their jazz night in the weeks to come.
If you’re looking for a elegant city vibe with a “come as you are” approachability, definitely recommend checking it out
Ian Cosgrove
Where do I even start, the food, the atmosphere, the drinks, not to mention that sommelier they have on staff, oh how handsome! The food and drink list is carefully curated so you’re guaranteed for a spectacular evening. As a long time patron I must say the duck is an absolute must, although I was sad to see the lamb go. However, there is that oh so handsome young man, who is just so knowledgeable with wine, so a glass and a couple of glances at him ease my sorrows about the lamb. If you’re interested in a night on the town by yourself, the bar staff and fellow patrons are always so kind and friendly, and if you’re interested in a nice dinner, whether that’s date night or a business venture, you can’t go wrong here. If you’re interested in an even more intimate experience, sit at the chefs counter, you get to watch masters at their craft in action, not to mention, how they’re all so handsome! They also validate parking so that’s pretty cool, I’d give this place 6 stars if I could!
… moreDavid Baker
Dangerous kitchen, delicious food
My wife and I went to The Foundry. We found a restaurant with delicious food, but treats allergies dangerously. Our experience was shocking. We wrote the general manager a month ago, but never heard back. What’s worse, at least one other customer has received similar recklessness. See Alex Toribio’s review entitled, “Where Food Allergies Do Not Exist.”
I made reservations online. When their system requested information on allergies, I specified this: “My wife is allergic to fin-fish (i.e. fish with fins and a backbone, like salmon and cod) but not to shellfish (i.e. molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms) or to the caviar of fin-fish.”
When we arrived for our dinner, our server asked if there were any allergies. None of the information I provided via our online reservation was available to her or the kitchen staff in advance, which was disappointing. However, I was grateful that our server asked. I repeated what I had provided online. She seemed to clearly understand what my wife cannot eat, and assured us the chef would accommodate.
Disappointment came a few courses into our meal when we were presented skate wing. My wife pointed out that skate is a fin-fish, and that she cannot eat the dish. The server returned the dishes to the kitchen. We were seated at a countertop facing into the kitchen, where we witnessed the drama unfold. The server had an argument with the chef running the expediting station that evening. The server then brought back the same dishes and placed them right back in front of us.
“The chef says that skate is a member of the ‘ray family’ and thus you can eat it.”
This is a very dangerous game that the Foundry’s kitchen is playing. If my wife had trusted their chef that the dish was safe, we would have been off to the hospital before the check arrived. With two eyes, a mouth, fins, and a cartilaginous backbone, it’s surprising that the chef considers skate more closely related to a clam than a cod.
We insisted to this server that skate was not safe for my wife to eat.
At this point, the chef running the expediting station cleared other chefs from the kitchen. He left his station to prepare our replacement dish. We observed “rage cooking,” him alone in the kitchen, banging pans and pots forcefully on the stove. Perhaps it’s unfair to infer that emotion from the chef, but the display right in front of us made both me and my wife uncomfortable. The result was a risotto that, while skillfully prepared, was too salty for my wife to finish eating.
This experience aligns with Alex Toribio’s previously mentioned review. He twice disclosed an allergy to all nuts. A few courses in, a dish with almonds came. They explained that this couldn’t be eaten. The kitchen argued with the server, who then returned the same dish, explaining that the kitchen says almonds aren’t nuts, but seeds, and thus are safe to eat. The patron knows that they are specifically allergic to almonds. Sadly, the incident ends with the galling conclusion of the kitchen sending out a “complementary dessert” that included almonds.
Our dining experience did have many positive elements. I must say that the wait staff at The Foundry was very kind and helpful. All of the dishes were good, and some were amazing. The smoked duck course was something we will always remember. The fava beans were wonderfully refreshing, with a perfect balance of savory, salt, and acid. My wife commends their mixologist for designing their espresso martini – one of the best cocktails she’s had in her life.
The Foundry is a Michelin-star caliber restaurant in almost all regards. If you have any food restrictions, I strongly recommend steering clear of them. I hope their disregard for allergies is an isolated flaw, and that there aren’t other ways their hospitality is deficient. Hopefully The Foundry will improve, but the fact that this has happened to multiple customers and the general manager has not responded to our complaint, I’m not optimistic.
… moreMy wife and I went to The Foundry. We found a restaurant with delicious food, but treats allergies dangerously. Our experience was shocking. We wrote the general manager a month ago, but never heard back. What’s worse, at least one other customer has received similar recklessness. See Alex Toribio’s review entitled, “Where Food Allergies Do Not Exist.”
I made reservations online. When their system requested information on allergies, I specified this: “My wife is allergic to fin-fish (i.e. fish with fins and a backbone, like salmon and cod) but not to shellfish (i.e. molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms) or to the caviar of fin-fish.”
When we arrived for our dinner, our server asked if there were any allergies. None of the information I provided via our online reservation was available to her or the kitchen staff in advance, which was disappointing. However, I was grateful that our server asked. I repeated what I had provided online. She seemed to clearly understand what my wife cannot eat, and assured us the chef would accommodate.
Disappointment came a few courses into our meal when we were presented skate wing. My wife pointed out that skate is a fin-fish, and that she cannot eat the dish. The server returned the dishes to the kitchen. We were seated at a countertop facing into the kitchen, where we witnessed the drama unfold. The server had an argument with the chef running the expediting station that evening. The server then brought back the same dishes and placed them right back in front of us.
“The chef says that skate is a member of the ‘ray family’ and thus you can eat it.”
This is a very dangerous game that the Foundry’s kitchen is playing. If my wife had trusted their chef that the dish was safe, we would have been off to the hospital before the check arrived. With two eyes, a mouth, fins, and a cartilaginous backbone, it’s surprising that the chef considers skate more closely related to a clam than a cod.
We insisted to this server that skate was not safe for my wife to eat.
At this point, the chef running the expediting station cleared other chefs from the kitchen. He left his station to prepare our replacement dish. We observed “rage cooking,” him alone in the kitchen, banging pans and pots forcefully on the stove. Perhaps it’s unfair to infer that emotion from the chef, but the display right in front of us made both me and my wife uncomfortable. The result was a risotto that, while skillfully prepared, was too salty for my wife to finish eating.
This experience aligns with Alex Toribio’s previously mentioned review. He twice disclosed an allergy to all nuts. A few courses in, a dish with almonds came. They explained that this couldn’t be eaten. The kitchen argued with the server, who then returned the same dish, explaining that the kitchen says almonds aren’t nuts, but seeds, and thus are safe to eat. The patron knows that they are specifically allergic to almonds. Sadly, the incident ends with the galling conclusion of the kitchen sending out a “complementary dessert” that included almonds.
Our dining experience did have many positive elements. I must say that the wait staff at The Foundry was very kind and helpful. All of the dishes were good, and some were amazing. The smoked duck course was something we will always remember. The fava beans were wonderfully refreshing, with a perfect balance of savory, salt, and acid. My wife commends their mixologist for designing their espresso martini – one of the best cocktails she’s had in her life.
The Foundry is a Michelin-star caliber restaurant in almost all regards. If you have any food restrictions, I strongly recommend steering clear of them. I hope their disregard for allergies is an isolated flaw, and that there aren’t other ways their hospitality is deficient. Hopefully The Foundry will improve, but the fact that this has happened to multiple customers and the general manager has not responded to our complaint, I’m not optimistic.
Food of CT
One of the most talked about restaurants lately has been The Foundry, so I decided that’s where I wanted to go for my birthday dinner this year. The view was absolutely stunning, and I loved the ambiance. Our server was incredibly attentive and professional. We came knowing the menu was unique and that this would be more of a fine dining experience, but we did feel that the prices didn’t match the portions, particularly on the Wagyu steak. We expected the Wagyu to be more flavorful and tender. The agnolotti was delicious, but there were 4 of us and only 5 agnolotti. My risotto was delicious, but I found a hair in it, and I was grateful that when I told them they immediately comped it. They decorated my dessert beautifully to celebrate my birthday. Overall, I think this spot is best if you go for drinks and bites at the bar to enjoy the view and ambiance, but I wouldn’t be in a rush to do the normal menu and pay so much next time.
… moreCarlitos
Service Spectacular ! Atmosphere outstanding! Only down side is the Food way too small portions appetizers is only to feed a Kid!! Not enough I will only drink at the bar! Spent $245 and was still hungry! Me and my gf had to go straight to Cheesecake Factory to eat ! I thought it was me but both were hungry!! No way!
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