Yay! my reach is finally starting to expand. Thank you to Aaron Leo at the Trumbull Patch for getting me some much needed exposure
http://trumbull.patch.com/articles/trumbull-youth-baking-to-bank
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Restaurant Review: The Windmill
I have something new to add to the mix for you today: a restaurant review. The Windmill is an establishment that just recently got remodeled, and here are my thoughts on this redone classic.
What happens when an old-time joint gets a revamp from its biggest fans? The Windmill in Stratford CT is a prime example. Even though it catered to a loyal following, it was in need of a facelift. Now, it has a bright, family-friendly atmosphere while still retaining its old Windmill charm.
The centerpiece of every restaurant is its food and The Windmill does not fall short by any means in that category. The menu is full of classic American goodies with a twist. There is a long list of items, and I have just begun to scratch the surface.
The first item that I got to try was the buffalo wings. These were fantastic. Some wings are not very crunchy, but these were super crunchy just like a wing should be. Also, they were spicy without being mouth-numbingly hot.
What happens when an old-time joint gets a revamp from its biggest fans? The Windmill in Stratford CT is a prime example. Even though it catered to a loyal following, it was in need of a facelift. Now, it has a bright, family-friendly atmosphere while still retaining its old Windmill charm.
The centerpiece of every restaurant is its food and The Windmill does not fall short by any means in that category. The menu is full of classic American goodies with a twist. There is a long list of items, and I have just begun to scratch the surface.
The first item that I got to try was the buffalo wings. These were fantastic. Some wings are not very crunchy, but these were super crunchy just like a wing should be. Also, they were spicy without being mouth-numbingly hot.
The menu for dinner items includes everything from hot dogs and burgers of various configurations, German-style sausage sandwiches, pizzas, and specialty sandwiches.
Of all of the things my family and I have gotten to try, the stand-out dish has been the reuben sandwich. The sandwich comes complete with russian dressing sauerkraut, and fries. The best part, however, is that the reuben doesn't just have corned beef, but it's mixed with pastrami as well.
The Windmill has a great, family-friendly atmosphere as well. The floor plan is nice and open making the space feel less cramped than it could be otherwise; it doesn't lack for seating, so bring the gang. The staff is very friendly and does their absolute best to ensure that your experience is fantastic.
As a special bonus, there are fun events throughout the week like karaoke, Guest Bartenders raising funds for their favorite charity/organization, live bands and DJ's and plenty of televisions so you can watch all of your favorite sporting events.
All in all, The Windmill is a restaurant worth putting on your radar. The food is good, the prices are very reasonable, the atmosphere is great and there are a few fun extras as a great bonus. I highly recommend you pay this revitalized joint a visit sometime..........soon!
The Windmill Restaurant
400 Hollister St, Stratford, CT
(203) 378-6886
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