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1. Barvera Mediterranean
4.8
Exceptional(33)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Stamford
Booked 10 times today
BarVera Mediterranean, an original concept by Top Chef Winner and Executive Chef Charbel Hayek, brings back the lost art of fine dining with a fresh approach to modern Mediterranean cuisine. Rooted in hospitality, BarVera Mediterranean takes dining enthusiasts on a culinary journey that embraces the ingredients and flavors found throughout the countryside and coastal cities along the Mediterranean Sea. Located in Downtown Stamford, BarVera Mediterranean is a spirited restaurant, bar, and gathering place that offers an exceptional dining experience.
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2. Bazille - Nordstrom Norwalk
4.2
Awesome(42)
Price: Moderate
• American • Norwalk
The health and safety of our employees and community is our priority. When visiting our restaurant you will see increased sanitation, face coverings and gloves for all employees, traffic flow management and social distancing measures. We are working hard to keep our communities safe and can't wait to serve you. We are open for dine-in and to-go orders with Curbside Pickup. Call (203) 642-2655 to place your order. Offering Brunch until 3pm on Saturdays & Sundays.
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3. Terrain Cafe – Westport
4.7
Exceptional(3040)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 99 times today
Terrain’s greenhouse cafe offers seasonally inspired brunch and dinner menus, alongside a thoughtfully curated beverage program. Our dedicated culinary team works closely with purveyors to ethically source fresh, high-quality ingredients that lay the foundation for our nourishing dishes. Each cafe's unique and deliberately designed environment blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing an inspiring dining experience every time. Our Westport cafe offers a full-service bar featuring small bites, seasonal cocktails, and a robust yet approachable wine list.
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4. L'Escale
4.8
Exceptional(2771)
Price: Very Expensive
• Provencal • Greenwich
Booked 72 times today
The iconic, l’escale restaurant bar, or “port of call” for seasonal Mediterranean cuisine is designed to transport the ambiance of Provence to the Gold Coast of Connecticut. Two-hundred-year-old stone terra cotta tiles from Provence adorn the floors with a wood burning fireplace lending an unmistakable charm and beauty.Located at Delamar Greenwich Harbor Hotel, the restaurant’s intimate decor, along with its wrought iron tonelle covered waterfront terrace and exquisitely designed menu by award winning Executive Chef Frederic Kieffer will deliver the Côte d’Azur right to your table.
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5. Tony's at the J House
4.6
Exceptional(2157)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich
Booked 24 times today
Tony's at the J House menu offers something for everyone-- homemade pasta, fresh fish, Prime dry aged steaks from Allen Brothers and sushi from Miku of Greenwich. Our Menu offers a wonderful twist to traditional Italian dishes. Vibrant salads, seasonal roasted vegetables and a revolving cheese selection round out his innovative menu. We are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day. We keep a portion of our tables offline and if you don't see the time you wish, please call us at (203) 698-6999.
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6. Elm Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(900)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Canaan
Booked 20 times today
Elm is an American restaurant by Chef Luke Venner located in the heart of New Canaan, CT. Our menu features simple, seasonal preparations with an emphasis on cool climate wines and classic cocktails.
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7. Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar
4.8
Exceptional(920)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich
Booked 14 times today
Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar is a hit with locals and visitors alike. Reviewers rave about the 'charmingly vintage interior,' 'extensive menu and wine list,' and 'attentive staff.' It's described as a 'perfect local restaurant,' with a 'great food and service,' and a 'local flair.' The 'old world 🌎 ambiance' and 'excellent staff and bartender' make it a standout spot for Italian fare in the Greenwich area.
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8. Harvest Wine Bar - Greenwich
4.6
Exceptional(253)
Price: Moderate
• American • Greenwich
Booked 24 times today
Harvest Wine Bar is the fourth restaurant endeavor for siblings Kleber, Nube, and Vicente Siguenza. Over the past ten years, their passion for food and wine combined with an abiding dedication for excellent customer service has become their recipe for success.Harvest offers modern American custom cuisine with Asian, Latin, and Mediterranean influence as well as an extensive wine list from the United States and around the world. By supporting local and organic farms, Harvest makes it a top priority to serve the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Come in and try it for yourself and enjoy custom cuisine from farm to fork. Please visit our sister restaurants 55 Wine Bar and Restaurant in Fairfield, Cava Wine Bar and Restaurant in New Canaan, and Scena Wine Bar and Restaurant in Darien.
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9. Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport
4.6
Exceptional(1480)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Westport
Booked 12 times today
Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport, CT offers private and festive Igloo dining in the winter, a sunny terrace in the summer, as well as comfortable and inviting indoor dining. The restaurant combines a warm urban environment and genuine hospitality with market-fresh fish, it's Lobster Shack lobster rolls that were recently voted Westport's best, our signature crab cake, a raw bar, prime steaks, pasta, and Neapolitan wood-fired pizza. Rizzuto's focuses on seasonal ingredients, simple preparations and great value. Rizzuto’s is a community driven restaurant and gathering destination for everyone to enjoy a great dining experience.Located in the Saugatuck neighborhood of Westport, CT Rizzuto’s is across from the Saugatuck River. The restaurant boasts a large bar and lounge and the main dining room features an open kitchen and a grand stone fireplace. A large patio overlooks the Saugatuck neighborhood and the tranquil river.
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10. Sonora Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2819)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Port Chester
Booked 10 times today
Since Rafael Palomino—Sonora’s Executive Chef and Proprietor—opened the doors to this, his flagship Latin-fusion restaurant, he has received accolades from a broad customer base, including an “Excellent” from the New York Times. This creative, Colombian-born (Queens-raised) chef and author of five cookbooks, has since opened 8 more restaurants that span three states (New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania). Sonora, like Palomino’s other restaurants, boasts excellent service and mouth-watering dishes, paired with an extensive wine list and cocktail offerings. In addition to impeccable service and delicious dishes, Sonora’s two-story home offers guests the possibility of having a custom-designed and catered on-site private party, for any occasion, from 12 to 110 people.
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