Top 10 Hartford Experiences

187 Allyn St, Hartford, CT 06103 (map)

Start the UConn basketball feast at Coach Jim Calhoun's 38-television sports bar before hitting the main course at the Civic Center.

61 Kane St, West Hartford, CT 06119 (map)

Conversation, neon lights and made-to-order omelettes take the edge off the early hours at this West End diner.

329 Franklin Ave, Hartford, CT 06114 (map)

This South End landmark's flavor-filled cannoli is a sweet tooth's best friend.

986 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT 06107 (map)

Start the week right: Sundays, enjoy mimosas and challah French toast at this rooftop hot spot in the Center.

350 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103 (map)

Clean a rack of ribs and watch toes start tapping during open blues nights at this jumping downtown shack.

356 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103 (map)

Rooftop reveling at this Asylum Street pub provides a bird's-eye view of the city's raucous Fourth of July holiday parade.

Trinity St, Hartford, CT 06106 (map)

Ease into summer nights by relaxing on the grass for a free jazz beneath the state Capitol building.

185 Asylum St, Hartford, CT 06103 (map)

Savor each bite of the Chilean sea bass or schmooze with Hartford's A-list over a silky vanilla ice-cream martini.