Zula Bar Opens In Downtown Hartford

When I heard Zula Bar was opening in Hartford, I was curious what kind of an establishment it would be. It wasn’t long before I got the chance to check it out for a late lunch.

Spying a Connecticut Shellfish Company truck parked outside, I couldn’t help reflecting on what a hellacious winter it has been for people in the delivery business.

My companion and I were greeted at the door,

and then shown to a tall table by the window.

Through the windows, we looked out upon City Steam

and Dish Bar & Grill,

where I recently grabbed a late bite after a UConn-Syracuse men’s basketball game.

We touched base with old buddy Chip, a blur in passing,

who has worked in restaurants throughout much of the state. We looked over the New American menu

and wine list,

then placed our order. I had a beer, but my companion abstained.

He began with a bowl of French onion soup,

while I had a chili-like black bean, spinach and chorizo soup.

I also tried a pear, pecan and Gorgonzola salad.

For our main dishes, my companion had the scallops,

while I had cavatelli Bolognese.

After so much food, we were too stuffed to consider dessert.

Our lunch finished and the place now quiet, we looked around a bit. Here you see a section of the bar,

and here some ladies enjoying a leisurely bite.

Here are a couple of other views of the joint, which will feature live music and entertainment much of the week.

I finish with a photo of Zula Bar & Restaurant’s friendly owner.

Zula Bar & Restaurant, 901 Main Street, Hartford, 860-244-9852