EDITORS’ PICK
Hooray for 1861 Restaurant, a casual gastropub-ish place with something for everyone—lamb burgers, grilled pizzas, steaks, chops, duck tacos, even chicken and waffles (with a twist, of course). The signature cocktails get fresh-squeezed juices. The wine list is well rounded. The beer list is small, but interesting. It’s just what Middletown needed. 423 N. Broad St., Middletown,376-7956, 1861restaurant.com
READERS’ PICK
The Grille at Back Creek 101 Back Creek Drive, Middletown, 378-6499, backcreekgc.com