Arugula Bistro - Mediterranean restaurant in West Hartford - 953 Farmington Ave, USA

We stopped in for social hour on a Saturday afternoon when they opened. First of all, I love that they do this on Saturdays! Not many places have happy hour on the weekend. We had a few cocktails and the following apps- Chicken satay, cup and char mini pizza, calamari, and Korean sticky ribs. Everything was very tasty, I'd have all of these again! My top 2, pizza and chicken satay but the calamari was also very delicious. We are definitely planning to come back soon for a full dinner experience. The staff was super friendly, the chef kept coming out of the kitchen to chat with the bar patrons while there was no orders in. Our bartender was helpful and made some great cocktails. Definitely worth checking out if you've never been!

For the locals this is a well known place. The flat breads are larger than a good size dinner plate and could feed two. Try the middle eastern taste plate with three different dips. The have to try delicious Lemon cake with berry compote is a 1/4 the size of an entire cake it’s a two person size. Dirty martini excellent and the black manhattan seemed sweet but wasn’t. Good surprise. Total for two 4 drinks two apps and dessert $125 well worth it.

Arugula was one of those places I always passed by and was curious to try, so when my friend asked me to go there with her I was so excited! I knew that they had a lot of Mediterranean influence on the menu but wasn’t expecting the flatbread section of the menu - we ordered two and they were delicious! It was a fine dining vibe with really professional and attentive staff.

I had such an amazing meal with my good friend in this warm, inviting, relaxed environment. Our server, Michael F., was so attentive and accommodating to us, we felt like we were special guests in his home! For our appetizer, we had lobster toast, and our main course was a teriyaki salmon, bok choi, and edamame meal that was bursting with umami. We were so satisfied with those dishes that we could have quit there, but we couldn't resist the warm apple crisp ala mode. Their wine list was impressive, but I was very happy with their Italian lavender-infused seltzer.

If I could give this place 6 stars I would. It is definitely one of West Hartford's hidden gems. Great selection of wine and also flat breads. The atmosphere is everything you could ever ask for in a restaurant. Cozy and comforting....just like the food.

This is a very quaint restaurant. When you step into this establishment especially in the fall and winter you get a feeling of stepping into a whole other world. The food is unbelievable and the staff are great also. I remember when they were the newbies on the block and now they are the veterans. I'd have to say my top 10 in CT.

Finally got a reservation here! It’s a Mediterranean fusion spot. Dishes I tried - - mushroom truffle pizza - Mediterranean platter - tiramisu - Korean bang cauliflower All the veggie dishes I tried were incredible and delicious. Flavorful food , kinda pricey but worth it!

Stopped in for takeout while on a roadtrip. Service was quick, the staff was kind and the interior very inviting. Gave off a family style atmosphere with a priority on good food, drinks, and comfortable environment. The burgers were flavorful and cooked to the right temperature. They also have a good gluten free bun option.