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Bailey's Backyard, Ridgefield, CT

Bailey's Backyard

4.6
4.6
1158 Reviews
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
23 Bailey Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Charming
Bailey's offers an innovated American Farm to Table menu in a polished casual atmosphere. When you're in the mood to relax in a casual and comfortable atmosphere and enjoy great cuisine, be sure to check out Bailey's Backyard. The restaurant is located in one of the area's most pleasant settings and is known for its delightful staff and superb cuisine. Bailey's Backyard has established itself as one of the area's favorite culinary destinations and is sure to offer you a pleasant and unique dining experience every time you visit.
Bailey's is a true, American Farm-To-Table Restaurant in the heart of downtown Ridgefield CT. Just minutes from the Ridgefield Playhouse.

PARTIES OF 6 OR MORE PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS. Please be advised that reserving an outdoor table is weather permitting and the restaurant may or may not be able to move your reservation indoors. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT NOT ALL SEATING INVENTORY IS OFFERED ONLINE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT FOR AVAILABILITY.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Forrest Pasternack
  • Catering
    Bailey's Backyard is caters all events from private chef in home events to weddings and backyard functions. Please call Sal at 203-948-6419 or email sal@baileysbackyard.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Bailey's is a full service Catering Company. We provide food and staffing for weddings and all size events. We also offer a private dining room for up to 28 people. Please call Sal at 203-948-6419 or email sal@baileysbackyard.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Ridgefield
  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Parking details
    Municipal parking adjacent to building and parking in lot across the street.<br />Located minutes away from the Ridgefield Playhouse and The Prospector Movie Theater.
  • Public transit
    Branchville Train Station is a 25 minute ride away
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Wednesday Night Four Course Tasting Menu

    $55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Please join us this and every Wednesday for our Four Course Tasting Menu. Guest will have a choice of three options per course. ***Tasting Menu Not Offered on Holidays***
    Wednesday Night Four Course Tasting Menu Photo
  • "White Lotus" Wine Dinner

    $145.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 29, 2025 only
    White Lotus themed 5 Course Wine Dinner with cuisine inspired by the location of each season. Thursday, May 29th. Welcome beverage at 6:30. Dinner at 7pm. $145/person Cash Price) plus tax and gratuity
    "White Lotus" Wine Dinner Photo

What 1,158 people are saying

Bailey's Backyard reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bailey's Backyard is celebrated for its "outstanding food and service" and "creative, beautifully presented" dishes. The ambiance is "super cozy," perfect for any occasion. Guests rave about the "sublime cornbread" and "fabulous" specials, making it a "great gem in Ridgefield." A must-visit for food enthusiasts.
1,158 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside. Wait staff could not have been nicer. The food was super. My friend and I shared two dishes. Both were excellent and fairly priced . The staff was quite attentive without making you feel you were being harangued. We sat chatting a long time after eating and no one seemed bothered or upset. All in all, a lovely experience.

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  2. Sal

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and professional service. This was my second visit and I look forward to returning.

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  3. James

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is great here..service is pretty good except when they are slammed. Lovely selection of dishes on the regular menu, Tasting menu can be a little more hit or miss but is always interesting. not cheap but definitly worth it

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  4. Kevin VIP

    Caribbean18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here before a show at the playhouse, food was great, service was fantastic l!

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  5. Amy

    Orlando3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as always very good dishes great service Music was a little loud

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  6. michael

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, tasty drinks, excellent food! Amazing corn bread with melted butter and molasses. The duck - a nightly special -was fabulous. And only ten minute walk to Ridgefield playhouse

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  7. A. Vandiveer VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    There is no quiet of private table at Bailey's Backyard and getting a parking spot despite there being lots close by on a Saturday night is a nightmare. However the waiter we had was excellent and the food was imaginative and very good except I do not like hot spicy food and the fancy Eggplant appetizer there was no mention of it being hot/spicy. Also their review listing says American/Seafood and all they had was one dish with Cod and a special using hot peppers with Trout.. So they should really be listed as American TeX/Mex/ Nuevo Cuisine.

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  8. Patricia

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Farm egg omelet was fluffy, light, and delicious, as were the salad greens. We went early so it was quiet. Will be back to try other menu items.

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  9. Susan

    Tahoe19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We both had excellent meals, the squash bowl and the black truffle hamburger. Our server was very helpful and pleasant.

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  10. Tami

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. We love TJ! He’s the best!!!!!!

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FAQs

Bailey's Backyard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 431-0796.

Bailey's Backyard is rated 4.6 stars by 1158 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bailey's Backyard

23 Bailey Avenue, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Neighborhood
    Ridgefield
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Municipal parking adjacent to building and parking in lot across the street.<br />Located minutes away from the Ridgefield Playhouse and The Prospector Movie Theater.
  • Public transit
    Branchville Train Station is a 25 minute ride away
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Forrest Pasternack
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Bailey's Backyard is caters all events from private chef in home events to weddings and backyard functions. Please call Sal at 203-948-6419 or email sal@baileysbackyard.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Bailey's is a full service Catering Company. We provide food and staffing for weddings and all size events. We also offer a private dining room for up to 28 people. Please call Sal at 203-948-6419 or email sal@baileysbackyard.com.
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