Unique restaurants in Connecticut inspire us. We love to see old buildings transformed into something new. It's nice to see something being repurposed instead of getting torn down, and sometimes the new businesses will keep little touches to remind you of the building's former life. One spot in Connecticut that has been transformed over the years is the old Savings Bank in Chester. It's now Grano Arso, an upscale Italian eatery that has exquisitely delectable food in a building that was once a humble small-town bank.
The Savings Bank in Chester was built in 1902. The building that once housed the deposits of the small town's citizens now is home to Grano Arso.
At the bank turned into restaurant near me, you can have a wonderful fine dining experience, enjoying an elegant atmosphere and delicious food within a historic building.
Grano Arso opened up in late 2017. The building has lived many lives, serving as a bank, an office space, and another restaurant in the early 2010s.
The restaurant's name means "burnt grain" in Italian.
From the Hibiscus Margarita to the Banana Boulevardier, you'll find the most interesting ingredients in the cocktails.
And that's just the beginning of this incredible dining in CT experience.
The menu is quite small, with a focus on quality. You'll find that the food is locally sourced whenever possible.
The produce, meat, and even the grains come from nearby farmers in the surrounding New England area.
The restaurant mills its own flour in-house: How many places can say that?
The fusion of flavors here is an absolute delight, and you can really taste the difference in quality as opposed to places that have ingredients shipped in from across the country.
Next time you're looking to celebrate a special occasion or want a romantic evening out, check out all the treasures hiding inside Grano Arso!
We hope to see you at this Connecticut restaurant in a former bank.
Unique restaurants in Connecticut feature this Italian eatery. Discover more on the Grano Arso website. Have you tried the authentic cuisine here? What is your favorite dish? Please share your experience in the comments below. Would you like to try some Italian cooking at home?
While you're there, explore other places in Chester — a charming small town in Connecticut.
https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/connecticut/visit-chester-ct/
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