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1. Restaurant L'Ostal

4.9

Exceptional(389)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Darien

Booked 16 times today

L’Ostal is a Provencal restaurant rooted in history and tradition celebrating the cuisines of Southern France & its boundaries. Stemming from the old Occitania language, the word ‘ostal’ refers to house & the warmth of hospitality that encompasses welcoming one into your home. Throughout the six dialects of this language starting in Catalonia, stretching through the Languedoc into Provence and onto the Alps of Piemonte, they all embrace this welcoming through their cooking. We celebrate the traditions of each country through their amazing cuisine as well as showcasing the wine and heritage of indigenous products. We look forward to bringing our warmth in hospitality & dining to the great community of Darien, Connecticut. Welcome to our home at L’Ostal.Outdoor seating is available, but only offered weather depending, and reservations can be made day of, only over the phone, starting at 2pm on the day of.

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2. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

4.7

Exceptional(1823)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Stamford

Booked 27 times today

Dedicated to the expression of modern American cuisine, Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar is more than just a culinary adventure, it is a true experience. Guests can choose from an array of raw bar favorites, like blue point oysters, little neck clams, and lobster cocktail, along with Mizu Sushi, and steaks and chops like filet mignon and parmesan-crusted veal chop. For those with a sweet tooth, there are several dessert options, like New York style cheesecake, crème brûlée, and the crowd-favorite espresso martini – all served with complimentary water views, as both Prime locations are directly on the water with boat accessibility.Sunday Brunch is offered weekly, with catering options also available. Please note that reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome...allowing you the time to explore our entire property with spectacular waterfront views.

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3. The Capital Grille - Stamford

4.8

Exceptional(2676)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Stamford

Booked 34 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

4. Sign of the Whale

4.4

Awesome(594)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Stamford

Booked 9 times today

We are taking INDOOR reservations - We are accepting reservations of up to 4 guests via OpenTable, please call us (203.883.8282) or email (events@signofthewhalect.com) for reservations of 5 or more. Tables have a 90 minute max.Check in downstairs with host.Sign of the Whale is one of Harbor Point’s most dynamic spaces. We proudly boast Stamford’s first rooftop- complete with lounge space and comfortable seating, an elevated dining room and a lively bar scene. We are a place where you can sit back with friends eating well-crafted food, sipping on playful cocktails, and listening to great music

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5. Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse - Stamford

4.8

Exceptional(928)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Brazilian • Stamford

Booked 21 times today

Terra Gaucha is a classic Churrascaria (Brazilian Steakhouse) serving various of cuts of beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and seafood all expertly prepared and served by our Gaucho Chefs. The meats are served Rodizio style, meaning all of the grilled meats are presented and carved table-side from large skewers piping hot off the grill. To complement the succulent meats, we offer a large selection of cured meats and imported cheeses, fresh vegetables, and authentic Brazilian hot sides in our gourmet salad bar area. Located in the heart of downtown at the Stamford Town Center, Terra Gaucha brings the best of Gaucho cuisine and hospitality delivered with a guest-first approach.

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6. Çka Ka Qellu - Stamford

4.6

Exceptional(215)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Stamford

Booked 13 times today

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7. Tequila Escape - Stamford

3.6

Very Good(189)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Stamford

Booked 3 times today

Join Us at Tequila Escape!Experience unique Latin, Mexican, and South American fusion cuisine made fresh from sustainable, organic, and local ingredients. Enjoy our spacious venue for large groups and an extensive drink menu perfect for after-work gatherings.Try our award winning cocktails, as well as popular wild-caught octopus and oven-baked organic half chicken. Don't miss our fun bottomless weekend brunch and late-night specials!Join us Fridays and Saturdays, 10 PM to 2 AM, for live DJ performances and dance to electrifying Latin beats. Come crave more!

8. Sails Bar & Grill

4.8

Exceptional(118)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Darien

Booked 13 times today

Sails Bar & Grill provides fresh, high quality food for its patrons. Some of the starter items that are popular include the tuna tartare, Sails tacos and the grilled tiger shrimp flatbread. Sails Bar & Grill also offers a variety of sushi specialty rolls, gnocchi Bolognese, mac and cheese, wild king salmon, pork tenderloin and burgers. Another feature that helps make Sails Bar & Grill popular with the locals and visitors is the live music and dancing available on the weekends. It helps to provide a unique atmosphere for the eatery. It is a fun and casual experience for family and friends to enjoy.

9. Scena Wine Bar

4.7

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Darien

Booked 3 times today

Scena Wine Bar offers up Mediterranean fare in the downtown area of Darien. The family-owned restaurant opened in 2010 and has been pleasing customers in the area ever since. Scena Wine Bar has menus for bunch, lunch and dinner. Some of the popular options on the menu include the steamed clams, spicy salmon tartare, cider steamed mussels, ricotta gnocchi, fettuccini carbonara and grilled salmon corn succotash.Scena Wine Bar also has a dessert menu including a cookie plate, tiramisu, apple pie and Nutella filled crepes. The restaurant has a wine menu with a number of different vintages of wine available.

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10. Sally's Apizza - Stamford

4.6

Exceptional(163)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Stamford

Booked 15 times today

Sally's Apizza is a popular pizzeria located in Stamford, Connecticut. It is the second location of the famous Sally's Apizza restaurant in New Haven, Connecticut. Sally's Apizza is known for its thin-crust pizza, which is cooked in a coal-fired oven and topped with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Sally's Apizza Stamford also offers a variety of Italian classics, including fried mozzarella, chicken parmesan, salads, calamari, and Calabrian chicken wings. The restaurant has a casual, family-friendly and lively atmosphere that is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

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KelvinVIP
New York City •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall, a really great brunch experience. The location and food were nice.
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Sign of the WhalePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Stamford
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4.4
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Marcus
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
First, let me start off with the restaurant. It’s a beautiful restaurant. The service is amazing. The food is amazing. The price is a little too high if they could lower their prices
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Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CTPrice: Very Expensive• American• Stamford
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4.7
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ErikaVIP
New York City •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Consistency at the highest level. Delish food, great service, lively atmosphere
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Restaurant L'OstalPrice: Expensive• French• Darien
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4.9
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EricVIP
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our server was amazing, food, ambience, everything perfect, always a great time and experience at The Capital Grille!!
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The Capital Grille - StamfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Stamford
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4.8

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