Dining
The restaurants in Hartford reflect the city's multiethnic make-up. Diners can choose from a wide array of food ranging from French continental to Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Italian. Asian cuisine and foods from Puerto Rico are also popular. Bin228 is a causal and funky restaurant with a cozy urban vibe and fabulous bar. Specials like beef carpaccio and coppa paninis are highly recommended. With the warm feel of a family operation, Casa Lisboa is a charming find for the diner who wants a more ethnic flavor. The restaurant has been serving up Portuguese delights for over 30 years. Costa Del Sol Restaurant is a contemporary and elegant restaurant offering a menu known for its seafood and for incorporating Spanish and South American flavors. With choices like jerk chicken and spicy beef patties, it’s hard to decide what to eat at Island Cuisine. Described as relaxed, classy and clean, McKinnon’s is an authentic Irish eatery offering up classic choices such as corned beef, Reuben sandwiches and Shepherd’s pie. Tapas on Ann is a funky martini bar with healthy food such as humus platters, kettle made soups, flat-bread pizzas, burgers and delicious gyros.