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1. Washington Prime
4.7
Exceptional(1150)
Price: Expensive
• American • South Norwalk
Booked 18 times today
Winner of Best Steak in Connecticut and top steakhouses in the U.S. by the Food Network, Washington Prime has the privilege of framing SoNo’s newest structure at the corner of Washington Street and Water Street. Adding to this historic and progressive waterside community, this highly anticipated Eating & Drinking Well is driven by a culinary and beverage program that is not about gimmicks - just honesty and creativity. No stranger to high impact restaurants, Washington Prime is brought to you by some of the area’s most dynamic restaurateurs. The land and sea menu is a bit of Americana with cross-cultural influences, the space is multi-dimensional and the attitude is left at the door. Here, we eat, we drink and we join in the fun.
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2. Match
4.8
Exceptional(1519)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Norwalk
Booked 13 times today
A twenty three year veteran of South Norwalk’s dining scene, Match has earned its reputation as one of the state’s most consistent and award-winning restaurants with its global approach to New American cuisine led by chef/owner Matt Storch. Match has focused on retaining its loyal clientele as well as welcoming new guests by emphasizing high quality local ingredients, plate presentation and great service along with an award winning wine list. All of these elements come together in a radiant room that pulses with energy. Reservations recommended.
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3. Sono Wood Fired Pizza
4.4
Awesome(25)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • South Norwalk
Booked 4 times today
Sono Wood Fired located in the heart of Sono with a cozy contemporary, industrial style & locally sourced barn wood finish.Serving up true Neapolitan wood fired pizza using our imported 00 flour from Naples, traditional & contemporary Italian cuisine.craft cocktails and a rotating draft selection! open daily @ 11:30Awarded top 58 best pizza in CT magazine for the Neapolitan category.Awarded best new restaurants & best pizza in CT magazine for 2023 / 2024.
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4. Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant - Norwalk
4.7
Exceptional(239)
Price: Moderate
• Traditional Spanish • Norwalk
Booked 2 times today
Welcome! TO TABLAOSONOFood, Drink, Music, Social.We at Tablao would Love to Welcome All of you as our guests. Traditional tapas with a edge, surrounded by an up beat, entertaining atmosphere.Please call us for large parties (7+) for reservations on Fridays and Saturdays. http://www.tablaosono.com/about/
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5. Boteco Ipanema
4.3
Awesome(506)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Norwalk
Booked 1 time today
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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6. Public Wine Bar
4.4
Awesome(151)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • South Norwalk
Booked 1 time today
Delectable wine bar in the heart of the SoNo neighborhood. Come check us out for good eats, drinks, and live music events!
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7. O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(67)
Price: Moderate
• Irish • Norwalk
Booked 3 times today
The Soul of Ireland in the heart of South Norwalk! Enjoy the best in Irish-American fare with friendly professional service in a casual dining atmosphere. Please call 203-838-0222 if you would like to place your reservation over the phone.
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8. The Cottage
4.7
Exceptional(1618)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 19 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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9. Hatter Piano Bar
new
5.0
Exceptional(1)
Price: Moderate
• American • Norwalk
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to **Hatter Piano Bar** in Norwalk—a timeless experience with a modern twist. Housed in a beautifully restored historic hat factory, Hatter brings the charm of a classic piano bar to life with live music, crafted cocktails, and an elevated late-night menu. With performances every Thursday through Saturday, Hatter showcases skilled pianists, soulful vocalists, and DJ sets that add a contemporary vibe, creating an inviting ambiance that blends the nostalgia of Norwalk’s first piano bar with today’s energy. Sip on iconic cocktails like the Manhattan, Old Fashioned, and seasonal specialties, crafted to perfection. Choose from elegant dining and cozy lounge areas ideal for special occasions or casual nights out. Make your reservations and join us at Hatter Piano Bar for an unforgettable night of music, flavor, and history reimagined.
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10. Terrain Cafe – Westport
4.7
Exceptional(2906)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 109 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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