Posted in Connecticut American, Food & Dining January 19, 2023 by

Few People Know One Of The Nicest Restaurants In America Is Hiding In Small-Town Connecticut

It’s not a secret that our bigger cities in Connecticut have plenty of delicious restaurants. Bridgeport, Hartford, New Haven: all have great foodie scenes that can satisfy just about any craving, whether you’re looking for home-style country cooking, Connecticut-style apizza, or tasty Mexican cuisine. It’s easy to overlook some of the smaller towns in the state and assume they don’t have much to offer in the dining department, but even our small, rural towns have plenty to choose from! One of our favorite small town restaurants in Connecticut is at Copper Beech Inn in Ivoryton. This little town has fewer than 3,000 residents, but Copper Beech Inn provides an amazingly delicious fine dining experience that can compete with any in the country.

Ivoryton is one of three villages in the town of Essex. The Copper Beech Inn resides in this little spot. Not only is this a four-star hotel with luxury service, it's also home to the amazing Copper Beech Inn Restaurant.
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The restaurant feels like a wonderful throwback, a step back in time to a classy fine dining establishment of years past. The interior is lovely, and there's even a seasonal outdoor dining area available for warmer days.
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The food is as beautifully-presented as it is delicious. The menu changes seasonally to reflect what's available. The ingredients are locally-procured whenever possible.
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There's an array of foods to choose from, including seafood choices, burgers, salads, and more.
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For holidays, the restaurant often has a special menu, like this quintessentially New England lobster bake for the Fourth of July.
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Whatever you do, make sure you save room for dessert! With choices like this amazing creme brulee, you won't want to miss out.
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For more information about lodging or the restaurant at Copper Beech Inn, check out the inn’s website or Facebook page.

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Address: Copper Beech Inn, 46 Main St, Ivoryton, CT 06442, USA