Our Story

Present Company, offers a unique open kitchen setting, located on the Farmington River, in scenic Tariffville, CT.

A Simsbury native, Owner Jeff Lizotte opened Present Company in August 2016 after time at the renowned bistro, La Tupina, in Bordeaux, France, La Bastide Saint-Antoine, in Grasse, France, the three Michelin starred, Le Bernadin, in New York City and, as the executive chef at the iconic ON20 in Hartford, CT.

Chef de Cuisine Drew Lawrence, Sadie Tomasciewicz, Matt Boulier and Mike Vinclette create seasonally changing menus while maintaining the highest quality standards. Make your reservations at the Chef’s Counter to see a professional kitchen at work.