Haunted Restaurants

Harrie's Jailhouse, Middletown: At the building, once home to the Pameacha Jailhouse in the 1850s, staff and visitors report odd happenings. The owners say they were told the former jail is haunted by a ghost, thought to be a little girl named Sarah. Despite the hauntings, the spot is popular for its creative cocktails and sandwiches themed around its jailhouse past.

Twisted Vine, Derby: Twisted Vine is housed in a historic 1892 bank building, known for its haunted reputation. Guests and staff have reported unexplained footsteps, shadowy figures, and strange activity, particularly near the original bank vault and upstairs areas. The restaurant embraces these ghost stories by hosting paranormal-themed events, making it a popular destination for both diners and ghost enthusiasts.

Abigail's Grille & Wine Bar, Simsbury: Abigail's was formerly the historic Pettibone Tavern in Simsbury,  built in 1780 to serve as the first stagecoach stop outside of Hartford on the Boston to Albany Turnpike. The ghost of Abigail Pettibone is said to haunt the space. According to lore, Pettibone was murdered by her sea‑captain husband after he caught her with a lover, and her presence is still reported by staff and visitors—especially near the upstairs women’s restroom. Though records don’t support the tale, the tavern’s long history and eerie reports keep the ghost story alive.

Roberto's Real American Tavern, East Windsor: This historic restaurant is in the former Jonathan Pasco house, a landmark dating back to 1784. Pasco was an American Army captain who served in the Revolutionary War. Known for its American cuisine and colonial-era charm, the restaurant is also featured in local folklore as one of Connecticut’s haunted eateries, with legends of unexplained paranormal activity linked to the property's long history.

Lighthouse Inn, New London: Once featured on an episode of "Ghost Hunters," the Lighthouse Inn is said to have a ghost of a bride, who, according to legend, fell to her death on the inn’s staircase in the early 1900s. Since then, guests and staff have reported sightings of her ghost—often in a white gown—wandering the halls, still searching for the happiness she lost on her wedding day. The inn’s peaceful exterior contrasts sharply with the ghostly happenings within, making it a must-visit for those seeking a supernatural thrill.

J. Timothy’s, Plainville: J. Timothy's is famous for its "Dirt Wings," but longtime staff say the 1789 building has a spooky side. Manager Rino Ouellet reports decades of odd noises and doors or windows shutting on their own, though some of that stopped after renovations. What persists are the mysterious orbs seen late at night in the dark downstairs room known as The Forge. Some believe the ghost is the original owner’s wife, and Ouellet jokingly greets her during his nightly walk‑throughs.

Old Well Tavern, Simsbury: A historic Connecticut tavern housed in a building that dates back to the 1730s. Originally a family home and later a stagecoach stop, it has served generations of locals and travelers. Today, the tavern is known for its welcoming atmosphere, rich New England history, and reputation as a haunted location, with stories of unexplained paranormal activity adding to its enduring local legend.

Market Place Tavern, Litchfield: This restaurant located in a historic former jail building on the Litchfield Green. Along with its modern American menu and craft cocktails, it’s also known locally for its eerie reputation. Because the building once served as a 19th-century jail, it’s tied to stories of lingering “prisoner” spirits. Guests and staff have reported unexplained footsteps, cold spots, and a general feeling of being watched, especially in areas that used to hold cells. While these accounts are anecdotal, they contribute to its reputation as a haunted dining spot with an atmospheric setting.

1754 House, Woodbury: This historic Connecticut inn and restaurant is widely associated with ghost stories and reported paranormal activity. Guests and staff have described unexplained noises, moving objects, and eerie feelings in certain rooms, with some accounts tied to spirits said to date back to the building’s long history as one of the oldest inns in the state. The combination of its colonial-era architecture and local legends has helped it gain a reputation as a “haunted” dining and lodging spot.

Captain Daniel Packer Inne, Mystic:  The inn built by Captain Packer in 1756 is famous for its lingering spirits, most notably the helpful ghost of Packer himself and a seven-year-old girl named Ada Clift (said to be Packer's great-grandson's niece) who tragically died there of scarlet fever in 1874. Patrons and staff frequently report mysterious boot steps, moving glasses, and small handprints on the windows, making the historic tavern a major highlight of local New England ghost tours.