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(860) 244-9463
228 Pearl St
(Between Ann Street and Haynes Street)
Hartford,
CT
06106
41.7666
-72.6776
Neighborhood: Downtown
Years in business
Established in 2003
Hours:
Mon-Wed 11:30am-10pm
Thu 11:30am-11pm
Fri 11:30am-12am
Sat 4pm-12am
Bar: Mon-Thu 11:30am-12am
Fri 11:30am-2am
Sat 4pm-2am
Price:
$$
Last updated 2.14.11
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Quiet, Brunch, People Watching, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
What People Are Saying About Bin 228 - Panini & Wine Bar
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
The Scene – Overlooking Bushnell Park, this modern Italian panini and wine bar occupies a long, narrow space reminiscent of a Soho eatery. Wine is even part of the decor--steel and cherry racks showcase part of the bar's collection. Brick and stucco walls transport hip diners to Italy. Waitstaff is skilled at interpreting the unconventional menu, and exceptionally knowledgeable about wine. – – The Food – At bin228, diners choose from salads, small and large plates, bruschetta, tramezzini (crustless tea sandwiches), panini (grilled ciabatta), and sweets. The mixed…
Editor's Tips
- What to Drink:
- If you don't see your favorite bottle on bin228's extensive, all-Italian wine list, fill out a recommendation card and let them know.
- The Extras:
- Like what you ate? Take it home. Bin228's entire menu is available for takeout.
- When to Go:
- Mondays feature the bottled wines for half price. Come in for the weekday happy hours from 4pm to 6pm and enjoy $2 draft beers and $5 glasses of wine.
12/18/09
Great Food - Great Service
by BChar at Citysearch
Had a great meal of appetizers and wine. Service was wonderful, priced fairly for the quality.
Looking forward to returning soon!!!
- Pros: Very nice setting, great service, excellent wine selection..
- Cons: None
11/02/09
Best Wine
by middletownctsm at Citysearch
Bin 228 is an amazing little place in downtown Hartford. It really does take you away to a cozy spot in a different city, you certainly forget you are in Hartford. I had some amazing red wine from Montepulciano and my boyfriend even enjoyed a "manly" martini. It was a great place to relive a recent trip to Italy with the fruit and cheese plate, along with an extensive selection of wonderful wines.
11/13/06
What city are we in?
by slkeiser218 at Citysearch
If you live in the Hartford area and would like to enjoy a simple meal and some great wine then Bin 228 is the place. When I visited this warm establishment I completely forgot that I was in Hartford, it definitely had a NY Chic "feel" with the exposed brick walls and warm color palate. The variety of bruscettas and paninis was just enough to fill me up. Whether this is a place to start off your night or it is your final destination it's a wonderful restaurant.
01/31/06
Must visit for Italian wine lovers
by mbonar1001 at Citysearch
Great for Italian wine. The staff was very helpful with the wine, even though they fell down when it came to other service aspects. Nice menu, oriented towards lighter fare. Not the place to go for a serious "foodie" meal. All the wines seemed to be Italian, which is a nice change. Wine prices seemed good by the bottle, per glass prices are very high ( I guess to encourage bottle ordering).
Overall a great experience and definetly worth another visit. Not very many tables and small bar, so on a Friday, probably not a good choice.
- Pros: Wine list, Wine knowledge, Food Quality
- Cons: Limited Menu, Strangely quiet staff, Small space
06/30/04
Great Spot
by elaine820 at Citysearch
This is by far my favorite place in Hartford. Tasty food (mainly finger foods), a wonderful and extensive wine list, and an intimate setting. I wish there were more places like this in Hartford. The owners truly know what they're doing!
- Pros: Wine, Food, Crowd
