South Glastonbury Restaurant Adds Patio Seating

SOUTH GLASTONBURY, CT — Cotton Hollow Kitchen has debuted a new exterior patio, a move owners Mark and Joanne Conley called a "true game-changer," as many customers prefer to eat outdoors during the warmer seasons, according to a statement.

The development comes after many months of the restaurant working with the town of Glastonbury and the Glastonbury Beautification Committee. Approvals were finally secured May 26 and construction began in early July.

"The community knew how much this was going to mean to us. We had a tough year due to the pandemic. The ability to accommodate our guests in a setting that they enjoy will continue to help us keep momentum," Mark Conley said in a statement.

The restaurant previously received support from the community shortly after they opened their doors in October 2019. Following a Facebook post requesting support, they received a number of donations, including an anonymous guest who purchased $15,000 worth of gift cards.

"It was no surprise to us that when we published the petition to make this patio happen, we received over 1,000 signatures," Joanne Conley said. "That’s just how this community works. When there is a need, neighbors find a way."

The unveiling took place just after the 4th of July weekend.

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