Middletown
Authenticity, Distinction, and Creativity are the core of the 1861 philosophy.
92 customer reviews
Kim Birowski
Delicious food and great service!
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Cynthia Copes
Great atmosphere, impressive menu. Can't wait to return.
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Aliyah Vann
This Restaurant is truly amazing and unique. The food has exceeded all of my expectations. Fast service, good workers and great entertainment are just some of the things you will see there. This gastropub has an amazing selection of global inspired food including their steak and spicy cauliflower which is very well executed. The energy is all around joyful and calming. This restaurant has a cozy and comfortable atmosphere. It is truly a charm in Middletown. I hope that you too soon will have the same exceptional experience I have had. More...
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M. Michele
Perfect environment.
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Mohammad Y. Ibrahim
Great service. Good menu. I will definitely do it again
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Fatima
Cozy place, not loud like a sports bar, but also still a great place for conversation or even studying
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Alexander Rivera
Amazing atmosphere! Tomahawk steak was Amazing with the Aymara Malbec Reserve
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Paticck Cann
Wonderful food , fantastic staff . Look forward to going back
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Jeff Gennusa
This place is a hidden treasure, but it's also a little pricey. This restaurant is in the basement of an old house with the entrance in the back, but don't let that scare you. It's very clean and cozy. The atmosphere is perfect for a date and the staff are very friendly. My wife and I ordered the pimento cheese appetizer, scallops and filet. The pimento cheese is a dip which comes with house made potato chips and two pickle slices, also house made. The taste for all of this was great. My only critique is the amount provided. I wish we were given more chips so we could have finished the dip and a whole pickle (sliced), instead of just two small pickle chips. The scallops were the largest I can remember ever having and they tasted great too, but there were only three. For the price, I think four would be fair. The filet was perfect. I personally don't care for the chimichurri sauce, but my wife liked it. It was cooked perfectly. The sides with each meal were good too. More...
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Michael Wood
Lively but elegant atmosphere. Service was great ! The food was great and they accompanied my wife’s gluten problem with no hesitation.
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not me
Amazing service amazing food amazing bar amazing music just a overall amazing Restaurant
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Santiago Ezcurra Mendaro
Great food, their small plates are all awesome. And the service is excellent and very friendly. Loved their strawberry cheesecake!
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Orlando Dunn
The food and service was awesome. Props to owners Ashley Stratton and Matt Nye for a good time. Definitely coming back
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Patti KS
We've only been here once for our grandson's birthday lunch. there were five of us we each got different dishes. And all of us loved everything that we got. Service was great food was great prices were reasonable. More...
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Thomas Castiglione
Great spot! Excellent food and drinks! Amazing atmosphere.
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Pàul Lepore
We dined at 1861 twice recently and had a great meal both times!
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Tracey Patrick
Great burgers and I love the atmosphere!!
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Barbara Green
We will ne back... took some time to get a place where 10 people could sit..manager Ashley was great..food great , be aware pricey. ,
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Sandy H.
The food is super good, the wait staff is great, friendly and on the ball. The atmosphere is nice and we will definitely be coming back. The only issue with this place is the small, small parking lot. Other than that the food is delicious, and the mixed drinks are pretty good. More...
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Geoffrey E
This is a very cozy place, nice lighting and atmosphere. The owner Ashley is very personable. They have a well stocked bar, and live music on Saturday. The burger I had was very good, and the presentation was nice. Started with an excellent Ceaser salad. Will go back to try some of the other dishes. More...
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William Aulgur
Always great food here. Price can be high but it's the only fine dining in Middletown.
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Jose Ramos
The service and food was great!
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Ellis Hunt
Wings were immaculate, sever was quick and friendly. The filet mignon finished me off. They have won me over as a monthly customer for the rest my life!
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Tim Smith
Great food and friendly people
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Lisa Dennis
Great “grown folks” spot for good food, drinks and music. Truly enjoyed the atmosphere which is why I’ve returned several times
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Troy Dennis
A Great place to enjoy live music and food
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Jay Dunn
Great cocktails. Food is decent. Service was solid.
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Tanya Willis
Fun, relaxed vibe
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Darlene Lum
Very good service the food is delicious and the chicken wings are the best, I will be returning ❤
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Khalil rayfield
Nice and comfortable atmosphere. Excellent food and even better drink selections. Very intimate venue.
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Vince Allen
Very cozy atmosphere. The food was good. The drinks are excellent as was the service.
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Shawn Davis
Good food and informative staff. Cozy and fun place to watch a game.
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Robin Gibbs
I have always had a good experience and good food. But, I was a bit disappointed with the tacos tonight. The chicken wasn't seasoned much, if at all, so please season the chicken.
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Dan Frazier
Great atmosphere and service. The bar area has multiple parties getting along and having a good time while the restaurant hosts private parties. Good menu but a bit limited. There are options for everyone but regulars might get bored. Beer menu is on point. This is a favorite date night place for my wife and I. It's dark and romantic and has a fantastic vibe. If lot it full, park across the street in the shopping center. It's worth the short walk. More...
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Shawn Connell
Amazing atmosphere
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S. Gould
Great food great atmosphere great service great prices.
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Tom Jensen
Meal was amazing. Can't wait to go back and I will. Wife had crispy chicken sandwich said it was the best she's had in awhile. You could make a meal out of the beef tender sliders which were cooked to perfection. Can't wait to try the crab cakes great atmosphere for a date night or even a family night. we had our little girl with us and she had a blast. not a lot on kids drinks but enough for selection. More...
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Andrew Hite
Amazing food, great atmosphere, and cool drinks!! A hidden gem that I love to go to!! Burger, bourbon, and beer Monday is awesome! ! They even have live music on some nights!! Call ahead to get seated by the fireplace!! Love the new owners!! Ask for Ashley to get a great cocktail and amazing service!!! More...
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shawn stringer
Nice place feels like home away from home
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Barbara McNally
Wow! Great place! Great food! Make this on your list for the Holidays!!!
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Gi Gi
Great atmosphere, delectable food, phenomenal service. Daily food and drink specials. Thanks to the most incredible server, Victoria, for helping make our evening so special celebrating a recent wedding and friends birthday.
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Rachel Harris
Cool place
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John Kilgore
The most unassuming spot I have ever been too. The food was excellent I had a lamb burger incredible.Bar service was awesome. ..Was there with my college buddy. Definitely a spot I will come to when Im in Delaware. More...
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Tommy Stark
Great restaurant. Slightly expensive, but have always enjoyed the food and ambiance.
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Katie
Very nice burger, wasn’t expecting this place from the outside. My son enjoyed every ounce of his grilled cheese.Wish they did have a kids menu for the kids to color, but so not necessary.
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Alexander Panchenko
I expect a lot from a place that calls themselves "Gastro Pub" and usually they under deliver, all I have to say is, everything we ordered was above my expectations, and if you're a short rib fan, oh wow, the short rib here. .. Bravo guys, you have really got amazing food, I will be coming back! More...
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Jay Coleman
The bartender is awesome.
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Eric Clemonts
Great food and looking forward to going back.
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Isaac Hurless
Always a good place for food and drinks. The bar has some creative twists on the standard cocktails and the beer selection is diverse.
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Joan Carter
The food is good, but the menu is limited and the portion are limited too. Nice bar.
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