Creative Winter Dining

In Stamford, the Sign of the Whale Restaurant offers rooftop igloos with couches and chairs for your comfort. Treat yourself and your friends or family to special menus. Dockside Brewery in Milford has a winter experience like no other. Explore ten individual custom igloo experiences at Dockside's very own igloo park. Located in the waterfront outdoor Biergarten. Each igloo even has its own fun theme!

During Foxwoods Resort Casino's Ice Rink and Winter Patio, you can take your group inside and rent an igloo accompanied by special menus. And find even more igloos at Wood-n-Tap and Aquila's Nest Vineyards!

Right in the heart of historic downtown Mystic, relish sea-to-table dishes while staying safe and toasty in an outdoor heated tent at Oyster Club. In Hartford, enjoy handcrafted cuisine under the covered patio at J Restaurant and ring in the winter season in style. At Luce Middletown, treat your taste buds to traditional Italian cuisine under a heated tent and ambiance-setting string lights.

Cava Restaurant in Southington, sip cocktails and eat delicious meals atop a heated rooftop. As Cava is known for its lavish decorations, your view will be as outstanding as your experience.

Overlook a stunning 40 acre estate at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards in Newtown, you'll find a few ways to dine differently this winter. Heat up by a fire pit — and delicious warm mulled wine and a tasty selection of charcuterie, cheese, and cruditee boxes. Or book the pergola seating with fire pits, or even sit in igloos!