Fire by Forge Restaurant
539 Broad St, Hartford, CT
Crema's Take
“This Hartford hotspot pairs chef-driven cuisine with a vibrant bar scene that's perfect for lingering over both coffee and conversation. While Fire by Forge shines equally bright for brunch and full meals, their specialty and traditional coffee drinks are crafted with the same care that's earned them a devoted following—think creative arepas alongside expertly pulled espresso shots. The welcoming staff and lively atmosphere make it the kind of place where you'll want to stake out a seat at the bar and settle in for a while.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Went here for brunch before the UConn game and it was so good. Found 3 spots at the bar and were waited on quickly. I got the arepas which were awesome, kind of like a fancy McGriddle and it came with their chips which were also great. The cinnamon roll was excellent as well.…
First time visit. We live far away but next time I am in Hartford I will look to see if FxF will be open. We made a reservation. Food tasted good. The staff were welcoming, friendly and professional. We ate in the front dining area which stayed warm despite being where the entry…
Through the grapevine (social media pages I follow), we heard that Chef Van Hurd from Season 6 of Hell's Kitchen was now the executive chef here at Fire By Forge! So naturally, we pulled up to check it out! (Disclaimer: Chef told me that he was so new there that his featured…
This spot has been on my list for a while, and I finally had the chance to stop by — totally worth the wait! From start to finish, everything was phenomenal and exceeded my expectations. I came in for a quick lunch break that I honestly didn’t want to end. The dry rub (highly…
Fire by Forge is a really solid spot with great food and a lively atmosphere. The menu has plenty of tasty options, and everything we tried was flavorful and well-prepared. The service was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. One thing to keep in mind…
Crema Reviews
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