Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in New Canaan

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A photo of Chef Luis Restaurant and Boquitas Bar restaurant

1. Chef Luis Restaurant and Boquitas Bar

4.7

Exceptional(36)

Price: Expensive

• Continental • New Canaan

Booked 8 times today

Chef Luis is a vibrant restaurant serving unique, creative fare influenced by flavors from around the world. No matter what cuisine you fancy, Chef Luis Lopez, one of New Canaan’s most beloved local chefs, has cultivated a contemporary global menu bursting with clean, fresh ingredients. Set amidst a warm atmosphere, be treated to the passion and richness of an international culinary celebration, right here in your backyard!

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2. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk

4.9

Exceptional(845)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Norwalk

Booked 7 times today

Being the newest steakhouse in town, this spot is rapidly becoming the new best kept secret in CT.The antique decoration, rich menu and the outstanding service, will make your night unique and unforgettable. Be tempted by our prime dry aged beef. You will find dry aged steaks, fresh seafood also complimented by traditional steakhouse side dishes.

3. North Star Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(646)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pound Ridge

Booked 5 times today

Rated 4 Stars by the NY Times - April 2012. North Star Restaurant offers casual dining with creative Contemporary American cuisine in an environment designed to feel like your living room. Comfortable with a vibe. Owner operated, North Star has a uniquely warm and friendly staff. An extremely experienced and classically trained European Chef combines the freshest local organic ingredients sourced from the finest organic farms in the NY area. His Chilean Sea Bass, Sautéed Halibut and Butter-Poached Lobster are highly regarded, as are his rich tasting cream-free soups and House-Made Ravioli. North Star is also well known for its lively bar where everyone makes a friend on their first visit, and for hosting the most talented live music in the area after dinner on Thursday nights. Peaceful and quiet outside seating during the Summer. Kid friendly on the early side. Half price bottles of wine under $75 on Tuesday nights. North Star is a unique gem and cultivates customers for life

4. Boteco Ipanema

4.3

Awesome(506)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Norwalk

Coming soon!We are a first generation Portuguese and Brazilian, family-owned restaurant that prides itself on the experience as well as our fresh and authentic food. Our family is heavily influenced by both countries and we are doing our best to give every guest a taste of both cultures.When you dine here, we want you to feel like you are a part of our family. In both Portugal and Brazil, sitting down to a meal is more than just time spent eating. It's the little moments in life that we get to spend with our family and friends that make life so special. Food will always have the ability to bring people together and we are pleased to be able to share our recipes passed down to us from both sides of our family.Started in 1979 by our father Alfredo Pedro (left), Ipanema is the product of 40 years of passion and dedication to providing the best hospitality experience possible.

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5. La Vista Ristorante Italiano

4.9

Exceptional(460)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Salem

Booked 6 times today

Fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere, our family welcomes you to La Vista Ristorante.Serving only the freshest ingredients, Chef Remy's family recipes tempt your palate with homemade pasta, cheeses and desserts. Expertly executed European service delivers table-side preparation of many dishes.Now serving Sunday Brunch, we also offer a full service bar and lounge area. Tue-Thu Prix Fixe 2 course lunch. Special menus for the holidays!Our catering is second to none. Let us cater your event in our facility or yours. Our restaurant can cater an event of up to 200 people, or our VIP room seats up to 60 with its own private bar. Weather permitting, our glorious patio is perfect for cocktails or just to let in the fresh air. Everyone is special at La Vista Ristorante and we cater to your needs. We have an ADA compliant ramp.We have won several awards including Best of Westchster and several Open Table Diners Choice awards.

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6. Bazille - Nordstrom Norwalk

4.3

Awesome(40)

Price: Moderate

• American • Norwalk

Booked 1 time today

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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7. Alma Bistro - Norwalk

4.9

Exceptional(161)

Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Norwalk

Booked 1 time today

Alma Bistro, Cocina Latina located in North Norwalk, was founded out of a deep love for real food, food that is fresh, healthy, and authentically latino. We only use real ingredients fresh eggs, organic tomatoes, fresh water fish, and free-range chicken. We strive to make each and every dish a wholesome expression of our love for food, life, and living. Alma Bistro brings nuevo-latino soul food with an upscale twist.Alma Bistro was born in 2022 a vision of Ulises Jimenez, head chef and owner of Don Rene Taqueria in Milford, CT, with Noberto Lucero as head chef and of course Alma Miranda. Together they've combined their passion for nuevo-latino food and custom cocktails with Alma Bistro, bringing you some of the best latino fusion in Fairfield County. At the moment to make your reservations if you need any special arrangements, PLEASE!!! DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL US: 203-354-5555.A bright airy space with excellent service, a lively bar, room for families and events await you!

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8. Paella Tapas Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(34)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Norwalk

To experience a fine dining restaurant mixed with a tapas wine bar, visit Paella Restaurant in Norwalk, Connecticut. , Guests can enjoy a wide variety of Spanish tapas which include chorizos, tostadas, grilled tenderloin, sausage, and much more. Paella Paella Restaurant hosts a wine cellar in the restaurant, offering private events and serving over 80 types of wine by the bottle. The cellar is fully equipped with banquet and tapas services, providing an antique and vintage winery feel to customers who are in the mood for an unforgettable experience.

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9. Terrain Cafe – Westport

4.7

Exceptional(2932)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 91 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.

10. The Cottage

4.7

Exceptional(1627)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 23 times today

THE COTTAGE, is a warm and welcoming new restaurant by Chef Brian Lewis, which embraces the local community and is greatly influenced by the artisan farmers and growers in our region. Chef Brian's creative take on American cooking offers an exciting menu of hand-crafted dishes, inspired by techniques and cultures from various regions around the globe. Our food, wine and signature cocktails are paired with gracious hospitality in a warm and cozy setting. We are deeply rooted in seasonality, focused on sourcing exceptional ingredients and creating a memorable experience for our guests.

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Chef Luis Restaurant and Boquitas Bar

2. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk

3. North Star Restaurant

4. Boteco Ipanema

5. La Vista Ristorante Italiano

6. Bazille - Nordstrom Norwalk

7. Alma Bistro - Norwalk

8. Paella Tapas Wine Bar & Restaurant

9. Terrain Cafe – Westport

10. The Cottage

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