The Temperance House, Newtown

Inside a building with stonework that dates back 250 or so years, The Temperance House's tavern and restaurant proffers delectable American fare such as rib eyes and crab cakes amid a cozy setting. Two fireplaces lend warmth and a soft glow to the dining room, and the tavern is fully stocked with craft beer, international wines, and plenty of spirits. If your meal is so good that you don't feel like heading home, check to see whether one of the attached hotel's 11 guest rooms (including the possibly haunted Porter Room) or two suites is available so that you can get a good night's slumber.