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Good News Restaurant and Bar, Woodbury, CT

Good News Restaurant and Bar

4.2
4.2
32 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
For over 30 years, Good News Restaurant and Bar in Woodbury, CT, has been a charming and unique dining destination that offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant is celebrated for its farm-to-table philosophy, emphasizing fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The menu features an eclectic mix of American and international cuisine, with seasonal dishes that highlight the best of Connecticut's produce. The renovated space with modern elegant decor, combined with a commitment to sustainability and community, makes Good News  a beloved spot for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable dining experience in a picturesque New England setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 266-4663
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Litchfield County

    Best Service

  • Litchfield County

    Best Ambience

  • Litchfield County

    Healthy

  • Litchfield County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Litchfield County

    Good for special occasions

  • Litchfield County

    Lively

  • Litchfield County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Good News Restaurant and Bar has emerged as a transformed gem after recent renovations. Visitors rave about the "beautiful open airy space" and "outstanding service." The menu offers a delightful mix of old favorites and new dishes, with highlights including "heavenly short ribs" and the "divine butternut squash risotto." While some diners note room for improvement in menu variety and service speed, the overall atmosphere and culinary experience make it a promising spot to revisit.

32 Reviews
  1. Sandra M.

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Appetizers and service were very good, however, all of the main courses were overcooked and tasteless. We had shrimp and grits, crabcakes, the special fish for main courses, all disappointing.

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  2. Nancy

    New York City

    109 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    109 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was fine. We ordered a special pork schnitzel and at 4 pm sold out. We then ordered tje 1/3 chicken and thankfully were informed it was only chicken legs because the kitchen received a wrong delivery. So we ordered the salmon and the chicken tikka masala. It was fine. We opted for dessert special. Coconut cake with whipped cream and strawberries. We got one strawberry cut in quarters. The cake was so refrigerated and didn’t taste fresh. Oh and the gem lettuce salad was really Romaine. Not impressed. However the server did his best to accommodate us with a generous pour of wine. Comping dessert and coffee. I will be back to give them another chance. as I believe it was just a bad day.

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  3. Lydia

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This successor to Carole Peck's Good News Restaurant and Bar seems to be trying hard to meet the very high expectations for such a successor. Although the menu is no longer the same without Carole Peck, we had delicious food and left with the intent to return, as this had been our first choice for so many years. We shared the pate appetizer, which was nicely presented and delicious. Our main dishes were the Shrimp and Grits (on special) and the Wok-seared Shrimp (on the daily menu). Both were delicious, with wild shrimp, and the servings were generous. So happy to find high-quality ingredients, well-prepared, once again.

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  4. Ann

    Connecticut

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent lunch and will go back very soon.

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  5. Robyn

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and drinks delicious. Atmosphere was very nice, chairs super comfortable. Wait staff was very pleasant and knowledgeable about what they offered. Open on Mondays which is rare in Woodbury.

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  6. Rocco

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the second time I’ve been here with my wife. My scallops were excellent, and the mushroom risotto was cooked to perfection. Loved the sauce. My wife had meatloaf with mashed potatoes and asparagus. She indicated it was extremely good and she was glad that she ordered it. Our waitress was outstanding great service very considerate And always following up on request.

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  7. Michael

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been going to the Good News Cafe for over 25 years, but this was our first visit under new ownership. The food was not satisfactory. My shrimp and grits had very little flavor and the shrimp were very rubbery. The wait staff could use a bit more training and guidance. Will not return.

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  8. Marni

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The pork belly app is HUGE & amazing!! Was nice to see a few of the offerings on the old Good News menu are still there, but I do wish they'd kept the Pork Schnitzel! The reno looks great & staff was very friendly.

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  9. Jeff

    Charleston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was fine. Took 45 minutes to get our salads and the place wasn’t busy. I had the scallops which were good, but they were served on top of this sweet muck that wasn’t good. Overall, a mediocre experience.

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  10. Tom

    New York State

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant had been closed after the former owner retired. Wonderful to see the new owner has updated the restaurant. Very good beverage selections and the menu is quite extensive. Our party of four enjoyed our meals. Service was excellent. We will return.

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Good News Restaurant and Bar is rated 4.2 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Good News Restaurant and Bar

694 Main St S, Woodbury, CT 06798-3701

Additional information

  • Area
    Woodbury
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Phone number
    (203) 266-4663
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