@ The Corner

3 West Street, Litchfield, CT 06790.

(860) 567-8882. Fun and casual, diverse and eclectic @ the Corner serves a tantalizing selection of New American, Italian and Southwestern cuisine. Award winning Chef "Red" Lanphear prepares daily specials using locally grown seasonal ingredients. Nightly wines featured accompanied by an extensive wine list, signature cocktails with a Caribbean twist, and delicious desserts. Take out for lunch & dinner available. Open 7 days, Lunch: 11:30 – 3:30; Dinner: 4:30- 9:30. Bakery also on premises serving coffee, pastry and light fare 7 am – 5 pm.

Arethusa Farm Dairy

822 Bantam Rd., Bantam, CT 06750.

(860) 361-6600. Local, fresh dairy products made exclusively from award winning Arethusa Farm herd of Holstein, Jersey, and Brown Swiss cow's milk. A full selection of fresh milks, yogurts, ice cream and artisanal cheeses. Open Wed. – Sun. Check website for seasonal hours.

Bantam Bread Company

853 Bantam Road, Bantam, CT 06750.

(860) 567-2737. By hand. From Scratch. Mostly Organic. Artisanal Breads. Rustic Desserts. The Bantam Bread Company established 1996 produces lean, healthy breads using organic stone ground flour, seeds and grains. Wed. - Sat. 8:30 – 5:30, Sun. 8:30 – 4. Closed Mon. & Tues.

Bantam Inn

810 Bantam Rd., Bantam, CT 06750.

(860) 567-1770. One of the oldest continuously operating restaurants. Enjoy the "Best Seafood" in the area in our quaint dining rooms. Also we have selections for meat lovers: Filet Mignon, roast duckling, rack of lamb and daily specials. Scrumptious desserts created by Chef-owner. Romantic fireside dining in Season. Call for hours. Reservations appreciated.

Chowderheads, The Cove

583 Bantam Rd. (Rt. 202), Litchfield, CT 06759.

(860) 361-6435. Chowder, chili and handcrafted hot and cold soups. Bread bowls available! Delicious cold salads and garden salads made fresh daily. Eat-in or take-out. Enjoy friendly, accommodating, local service. Stock up on quarts and pints of your favorite soups and share with friends at your next party. Mon.-Wed. 11-3, Thurs.-Fri. 11-6, Sat. 11-4. Closed Sun. (Seasonal hours may vary)

da Capo Brick Oven Pizza and Italian Restaurant

625 Torrington Road, Litchfield, CT 06759.

Rte. 202 east of the Litchfield Green. (860) 482-6246. CT Magazine Award, "Best Italian in Litchfield County 2010- 2011". da Capo brings to CT a recipe found in New York's Little Italy in the early 1900's – "authentic NY Style Thin Crust Pizza". Almost a century later da Capo proudly presents our famous "Old World" family recipe, along with classic family style dining. Our time-honored Italian recipes made with the freshest seasonal ingredients will please you again and again. Friendly staff welcomes parties of all sizes, from a casual dinner for 2 to a large family gathering. Take out available. Mon. – Thurs. 11 – 10 pm, Fri. and Sat. 11 – 11 pm., & Sun. 11 – 9 p.m.

Dutch Epicure Shop

491 Bantam Road, Litchfield, CT 06659.

Rte. 202, 1.5 mi. west of the green.  (860) 567-5586. A Landmark International Gourmet Food Store since 1967. The finest in European style baking - breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries for all occasions. German & Dutch Specialties including Indonesian Conimex Spices, licorice, a large selection of Dutch cheeses, and German cold cuts. Prepared food, soups, entrees and desserts made on premises. Holiday & Seasonal Specialties. Open daily Wed. - Sat. 9 - 5, Sun. 9 - 2. Closed Mon. - Tues.

La Cupola Ristorante & Inn

637 Bantam Road, Litchfield, CT 06759.

(860) 567-3326. One of the finest Italian restaurants in northwest Connecticut, offering traditional and specialty dishes complemented with distinctive wines from an extensive wine cellar. Bar Lounge offers lunch menu featuring Italian paninis. Desserts imported from Italy. Outdoor Porch Dining. Private Dining Room. Banquet Room. Stroll around the pond or dine on the porch overlooking the scenic Bantam River. Charming guest rooms in the original 1849 granite house. Reservations suggested. Lunch & Dinner. Closed Mon.

Litchfield Saltwater Grille

26 Commons Drive, Litchfield, CT 06759.

(860) 567-4900. An upscale fish house featuring a raw bar displaying fresh Blue Point Oysters, Maine Lobsters, Shrimp, and Rhode Island Little Neck Clams. Watch chef owner Albert Clugston III prepare local fish and chops in the open kitchen on a mesquite grille. Dine in one of our three lively dining areas, fireside lounge, or patio in the summer. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. "Monday Night Lobster Night" all summer long. Open seven days a week, lunch and dinner. Closed Mon. lunch. Catering available.

Love Heart’s Bakery

583b Bantam Rd., Litchfield, CT 06759.

(860) 361-6526. “A touch of love in every bite.” Cakes, cookies, pies, scones and muffins baked in small batches to assure freshness and home-style quality. Gluten free brownies, breakfast cakes and muffins. A variety of vegan items. Enjoy tea or coffee and a delectable sweet in our charming bakery. Call (minimum one day) to order desserts for the holidays & special celebrations. Amazing wedding cakes in all sizes, shapes and flavors, call for appt. Master pastry chef Allison is a graduate of the Culinary Institute and has been pleasing customers since 2002. Mon. – Wed. 6 – 3, Thurs. & Fri. 6 – 6., Sat. 7 - 3, & Sun. 8 – 2. (Seasonal hours & days may vary)