Northern Connecticut, especially the northeastern “Quiet Corner” often gets a bad rap as boring. So it may surprise you to learn that one of the best foodie towns in Connecticut is tucked away right in the northeast corner of the state. Putnam may be one of the larger cities in the Quiet Corner, but it still has a small population of just over 9,000. What it lacks in size it more than makes up for in delicious restaurants. Check out a few of our favorites:
- Elizabeth’s Farmhouse: 75-81 Canal St, Putnam, CT 06260
Linda Tellier/Google Maps A rustic farmhouse atmosphere and delicious food? Sign us up! This place is pretty small, so you may want to get a reservation if you’re planning a trip. Elizabeth’s Farmhouse, 75-81 Canal St, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
Donald Howe-Hughes/Google Maps The short rib grilled cheese is a huge hit and absolutely divine. They’ve got plenty of salads, pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches to choose from. Check out a menu and get more information on their website.
- The Stomping Ground: 132 Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260
Mike Longenbarker/Google Maps Artsy types will adore The Stomping Ground. This eclectic pub has a fun atmosphere, charming decor, and incredible food. The Stomping Ground, 132 Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
The Stomping Ground/Google Maps They frequently host live music, and have plenty of awesome craft brews. You won’t want to miss their baked bacon brownie. It’s unlike any other dessert in Connecticut. You can see their full menu on their website.
- The Hare and the Hound: 58 Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260
The Hare & The Hound/Google Maps This charming Irish pub is a little newer than most of the restaurants on our list: it just opened up in 2020. The creative menu is full of tasty Irish treats, and of course, plenty of alcohol.
Linda Tellier/Google Maps This is a smaller restaurant, so make sure to arrive early for fastest service. Their website has a menu and more information.
- Courthouse Bar and Grille: 121 Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260
Matty Thrash/Google Maps The Courthouse gets its name from the fact that it’s located in an old courthouse. They’ve got a great selection of American dishes and the portions are big enough to take home leftovers. Courthouse Bar and Grille, 121 Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
Melissa McCoy/Google Maps Don’t skip out on dessert: they’ve got some really delectable ones. Check out their Facebook for more information.
- Thai Place: 241 Kennedy Dr, Putnam, CT 06260
Lotus Blossom/Google Maps We love how succinct Thai Place’s name is. As you can imagine it’s, well, a Thai place. Thai Place, 241 Kennedy Dr, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
ekirjones/Google Maps The atmosphere here is laid-back and the food is authentic and delicious. Find their menu at their website.
- The Broken Crust: 185 Kennedy Dr, Putnam, CT 06260
The Broken Crust/Google Maps No foodie town in Connecticut would be complete without a delicious pizza parlor. We love the freshly-baked pizzas here, plus you get a great view of the Cargill Waterfall. The Broken Crust, 185 Kennedy Dr, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
Ginni p/Google Maps They have a few amazing sandwiches to choose from as well. Visit their Facebook to learn more.
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Northern Connecticut, especially the northeastern “Quiet Corner” often gets a bad rap as boring. So it may surprise you to learn that one of the best foodie towns in Connecticut is tucked away right in the northeast corner of the state. Putnam may be one of the larger cities in the Quiet Corner, but it still has a small population of just over 9,000. What it lacks in size it more than makes up for in delicious restaurants. Check out a few of our favorites:
Linda Tellier/Google Maps
A rustic farmhouse atmosphere and delicious food? Sign us up! This place is pretty small, so you may want to get a reservation if you’re planning a trip.
Elizabeth’s Farmhouse, 75-81 Canal St, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
Donald Howe-Hughes/Google Maps
The short rib grilled cheese is a huge hit and absolutely divine. They’ve got plenty of salads, pizzas, burgers, and sandwiches to choose from. Check out a menu and get more information on their website.
Mike Longenbarker/Google Maps
Artsy types will adore The Stomping Ground. This eclectic pub has a fun atmosphere, charming decor, and incredible food.
The Stomping Ground, 132 Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
The Stomping Ground/Google Maps
They frequently host live music, and have plenty of awesome craft brews. You won’t want to miss their baked bacon brownie. It’s unlike any other dessert in Connecticut. You can see their full menu on their website.
The Hare & The Hound/Google Maps
This charming Irish pub is a little newer than most of the restaurants on our list: it just opened up in 2020. The creative menu is full of tasty Irish treats, and of course, plenty of alcohol.
This is a smaller restaurant, so make sure to arrive early for fastest service. Their website has a menu and more information.
Matty Thrash/Google Maps
The Courthouse gets its name from the fact that it’s located in an old courthouse. They’ve got a great selection of American dishes and the portions are big enough to take home leftovers.
Courthouse Bar and Grille, 121 Main Street, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
Melissa McCoy/Google Maps
Don’t skip out on dessert: they’ve got some really delectable ones. Check out their Facebook for more information.
Lotus Blossom/Google Maps
We love how succinct Thai Place’s name is. As you can imagine it’s, well, a Thai place.
Thai Place, 241 Kennedy Dr, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
ekirjones/Google Maps
The atmosphere here is laid-back and the food is authentic and delicious. Find their menu at their website.
The Broken Crust/Google Maps
No foodie town in Connecticut would be complete without a delicious pizza parlor. We love the freshly-baked pizzas here, plus you get a great view of the Cargill Waterfall.
The Broken Crust, 185 Kennedy Dr, Putnam, CT 06260, USA
Ginni p/Google Maps
They have a few amazing sandwiches to choose from as well. Visit their Facebook to learn more.
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Address: Putnam, CT, USA
