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WILTON — Dutch Treat, a Wilton landmark, has been a family favorite since 1963, serving food and ice cream to locals and visitors alike.
Manager Alison Welch is the daughter of the original founder, Sharon Rainey, whose father had the idea to build the A-frame windmill structure, inspired after buying a souvenir windmill lamp on a trip to the Netherlands in 1962. The seasonal restaurant is perched on a hill overlooking Routes 2 and 4, and is open from April until just after Labor Day.
Dutch Treat is known for its handmade burgers, and also offers a full menu that includes lobster rolls, clams and scallops, as well as chicken, hot dogs and a variety of side orders. It also offers both hard and soft serve ice cream. They even have doggie ice cream, from which all proceeds — about $1,000 a year — are donated to the Franklin County Animal Shelter.
Wednesdays fro 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. are Cruise Night, and anyone who brings a classic car to the show receives 15 percent off their food purchase. There is live music, a 50/50 raffle and lots of door prizes, including Dutch Treat gift cards and T-shirts. There is plenty of room to gather with friends at the picnic tables or under the big tent and there are swings and lots of land for children to play.
Dutch Treats is open daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, visit them on Facebook or call 645-2145.
