South Bay - Fairfield

4.3

108 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

South Bay Fairfield (formally 55 Wine Bar & Wood Grille) is the creation of the Siguenza family, owners of JS Restaurant Group.

Our concept was designed to bring to Fairfield a place where people could find the ideal meeting place where everyone feels welcome and leaves feeling satisfied. Enjoy delicious Modern American cuisine with a Mediterranean flare, ample options for seafood and homemade pasta dishes, small plates and shares, a generous selection of fine, affordable wines, as well as a full bar. We are committed to serving delightfully satisfying, savory dishes paired with wines that complement the palate. South Bay Fairfield is the ultimate dining experience.

Private diners & events please contact - Nube Siguenza 203-243-9249

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Contemporary American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 955-1178
Website
https://www.southbayct.com/fairfield/index.php
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Nube Siguenza
Private party facilities
We have plenty of private event options that can seat up to 200 people. Perfect for team meetings, social gatherings or industry events. Let our staff take care of the hospitality for your special event. Please contact Nube Siguenze at 203-243-9249

Location
55 Miller St, Fairfield, CT 06824
Neighborhood
Fairfield
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Few feet from the Fairfield Train Station (Metro North)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Quinoa Salad$14.00
Arugula, Grilled Asparagus, Roasted Red Peppers, Apples, Feta cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Arugula and Beet Salad$13.00
orange segments, shaved fennel, walnuts, gorgonzola, balsamic vinaigrette
Salmon Chopped Salad$24.00
Atlantic salmon, brown rice, kalamata olives, capers, vegetable confit sherry vinaigrette
Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad$12.00
parmesan risotto cake, truffle vinaigrette, shaved parmesan
Apple Salad$13.00
baby mixed greens, granny smith apples, Bermuda onions, gorgonzola cheese, dried cranberries, English cucumbers, glazed walnuts, champagne vinaigrette
Caesar Salad*$10.00
hearts of romaine, caesar dressing, garlic croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, anchovies

Antipasti / Starters

Meatballs$12.00
spicy tomato sauce, garlic, basil, toasted crostini
Ahi Tuna Tartare Topped with Avocado*$14.00
toasted sesame seeds, avocado, mango relish, sesame oil, wasabi aioli, tortilla chips
Beef Carpaccio*$13.00
capers, arugula, extra virgin olive oil, shaved parmesan, crostini
Steamed Mussels$13.00
scallions, smoked paprika, garlic, herbed sherry broth, toasted garlic bread
Charred Octopus$16.00
fingerling potatoes, celery, onions, Spanish chorizo
Crispy Artichokes$12.00
jalapenos, cilantro, ricotta salata, red onions, aioli
Eggplant Parmesan$11.00
tomato ragu, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto
Fried Calamari$12.00
lemon aioli, sweet chili sauce
Grilled Calamari$13.00
cannellini beans, cherry tomatoes, rosemary, garlic
Crab Cakes$13.00
remoulade, apple slaw
Beef Tips$15.00
Wood grille NY strip, garlic spinach, frizzled onions, gorgonzola white truffle sauce
Burrata$14.00
heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic reduction
Lobster Mac and Cheese$13.00
handpicked lobster, cavatappi pasta, cheddar, white truffle breadcrumbs
Salmon Tartare$12.00
jalapenos, arugala, lemon zest, house-made chips
Seafood Ceviche$13.00
black bass, shrimp, scallops, cilantro, lemon-lime juice
Shrimp & Grits$14.00
grilled shrimp, grits, basil oil, parmesan
Angus Beef Sliders$13.00
tomato aioli, pickles, onions, house-made chips
Half Dozen Beau Soleil Oysters*$14.00
mignonette sauce

Home Made Pasta

Ricotta Gnocchi$20.00
classic bolognese, aged parmesan
Rigatoni with Blackened Chicken$19.00
roasted garlic, tomatoes, shiitake mushrooms, asparagus, pesto cream sauce
Seafood Linguini$25.00
shrimp, scallops, crabmeat, pink cognac cream sauce
Sweet and Hot Sausage Orecchiette$18.00
broccoli rabe, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes
Linguini alle Vongole (Red or White)$21.00
littleneck clams, white wine, garlic, parsley, chili flakes
Mushroom Ravioli$22.00
shitake, oyster and cremini mushrooms, black truffle, butter cream sauce
Capellini Primavera$17.00
zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, basil, garlic, lemony mustard sauce
Penne alla Vodka$17.00
creamy meat sauce

Secondi / Main Courses

Wood Fire Atlantic Salmon$24.00
fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, beet vinaigrette
All-Natural Half Roasted Chicken Scarpariello$24.00
mashed potatoes, spinach, garlic, fennel sausage, cherry and piquillo peppers
Flame-Grilled New York Strip
Gorgonzola shallot herb topping, hand cut parmesan truffle fries, grilled asparagus, peppercorn sauce
- 12 oz$29.00
Veal Milanese$25.00
arugula, cherry tomatoes, red onions, fresh mozzarella, balsamic
Pan Seared Black Bass$26.00
Vegetable succotash, fingerling potatoes, lemon-beurre blanc
Chicken Piccata$21.00
mashed potatoes, green beans, lemon-caper-white wine sauce
Wood Grilled Filet Mignon$30.00
mashed potatoes, charred Broccoli, porcini-shallots and Jack Daniel's sauce
Iron Seared Ahi Tuna*$28.00
mustard seed crusted, green beans, red potatoes, cherry tomatoes, sautéed brussels
Seared Sea Scallops$27.00
mushroom risotto, grilled asparagus, lemon beurre blanc

Dinner Panini

Angus Burger on Brioche Bun$17.00
bacon-onion marmalade, grafton cheddar, roasted tomato, arugula, black pepper aioli, house-made chips
Grilled Salmon BLT on Brioche Bun$18.00
avocado, arugula, applewood - smoked bacon, roasted tomatoes, olive tapenade, lemon pepper mayo, house-made chips
Crab Cake on Brioche Bun$18.00
apple, remoulade, roasted tomatoes, house-made chips

Pizzas

Margherita$14.00
home-made mozzarella, tomato ragu, fresh basil, heirloom tomatoes
Prosciutto and Arugala$15.00
home-made mozzarella, pecorino, proscuitto, baby arugala
Red Grape and Salami$15.00
home-made mozzarella, dried oregano, red grapes, salami

Dessert

Chocolate Breadpudding$9.00
warm homemade breadpudding served with fresh strawberries and vanilla ice cream
Nutella Crepes$9.00
house-made crepes, caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, banana crisp

What 108 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

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South Bay - Fairfield offers a vibrant dining experience with a "fun vibe" that's perfect for both special occasions and casual nights out. Guests rave about the "excellent" food, especially the gnocchi with bolognese. Service is often "fabulous and attentive," enhancing the overall enjoyment. Highly recommended for couples and groups!

108 Reviews

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Charles
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food good service atrocious. Went 20 minutes without server coming to table - finally had to go to bar to ask for bill.
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Nigel
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Great food and my server was terrific. However, we were seated at a table for two next to the stairs. I asked to move to another available table for two and was told no. I'm not sure why since I had a reservation and was there first.
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Anna
Connecticut
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Menu looked really good; however, the food wasn’t. Items ordered from the menu were not what was brought (had substitutions). Taste of seafood was bad. Even the fries were burnt and not edible (ordered those to go). Very disappointing since I was really looking forward to trying them (based on the menu). Will not be returning or recommending.
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Cathy
VIP
New York City
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food is always great. This particular evening our entrees were brought out before we finished our appetizers and those plates had been cleared. Otherwise good.
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Kevin
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a birthday request and they exceeded expectations with a sparkler and a candle on our dessert. Food was very good for the price. Steak tartar was delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I had a lovely evening dining at South Bay for the first time. The food and drinks were outstanding, and the place has a fun vibe; upscale enough for a special occasion (there was a birthday, a first date, and parents visiting their college student around us) but relaxed enough for a spontaneous night out like ours was. We will definitely be back, with friends!
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Spencer
VIP
New York City
16 reviews
2.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The atmosphere was pleasant although we visited on a Tuesday night so business was slow. The food was a disappointment . We tried the tacos, tuna tartare and eggplant parm. Nothing seem unique nor did it taste homemade (vs processed). The drinks were ok but not worth ordering a second round. As sated it was a Tuesday night, but the service was really poor. The waiter spent most his time on the phone and empty plates remaining our table until we just move them to an empty adjacent table. Maybe we caught them on a bad night but we won't return given so many other better alternatives.
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Dennis
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It had been a while since we ere there. We will be back soon! The food was excellent!
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Espo
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great experience. Owner, Nube, is fabulous and attentive to her customers too.
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Allan
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible server at the bar gave great recommendations and great service. Really added to the quality of the experience. I would definitely go back
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FAQs

South Bay - Fairfield offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 955-1178.

South Bay - Fairfield is rated 4.3 stars by 108 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

55 Miller St, Fairfield, CT 06824

Additional information

Neighborhood
Fairfield
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Contemporary American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Few feet from the Fairfield Train Station (Metro North)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nube Siguenza
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://www.southbayct.com/fairfield/index.php
Phone number
(203) 955-1178
Private party facilities
We have plenty of private event options that can seat up to 200 people. Perfect for team meetings, social gatherings or industry events. Let our staff take care of the hospitality for your special event. Please contact Nube Siguenze at 203-243-9249

South Bay - Fairfield

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Insalata / Salads

Quinoa Salad$14.00

Arugula and Beet Salad$13.00

Salmon Chopped Salad$24.00

Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad$12.00

Apple Salad$13.00

Caesar Salad*$10.00

Antipasti / Starters

Meatballs$12.00

Ahi Tuna Tartare Topped with Avocado*$14.00

Beef Carpaccio*$13.00

Steamed Mussels$13.00

Charred Octopus$16.00

Crispy Artichokes$12.00

Eggplant Parmesan$11.00

Fried Calamari$12.00

Grilled Calamari$13.00

Crab Cakes$13.00

Beef Tips$15.00

Burrata$14.00

Lobster Mac and Cheese$13.00

Salmon Tartare$12.00

Seafood Ceviche$13.00

Shrimp & Grits$14.00

Angus Beef Sliders$13.00

Half Dozen Beau Soleil Oysters*$14.00

Home Made Pasta

Ricotta Gnocchi$20.00

Rigatoni with Blackened Chicken$19.00

Seafood Linguini$25.00

Sweet and Hot Sausage Orecchiette$18.00

Linguini alle Vongole (Red or White)$21.00

Mushroom Ravioli$22.00

Capellini Primavera$17.00

Penne alla Vodka$17.00

Secondi / Main Courses

Wood Fire Atlantic Salmon$24.00

All-Natural Half Roasted Chicken Scarpariello$24.00

Flame-Grilled New York Strip

Veal Milanese$25.00

Pan Seared Black Bass$26.00

Chicken Piccata$21.00

Wood Grilled Filet Mignon$30.00

Iron Seared Ahi Tuna*$28.00

Seared Sea Scallops$27.00

Dinner Panini

Angus Burger on Brioche Bun$17.00

Grilled Salmon BLT on Brioche Bun$18.00

Crab Cake on Brioche Bun$18.00

Pizzas

Margherita$14.00

Prosciutto and Arugala$15.00

Red Grape and Salami$15.00

Dessert

Chocolate Breadpudding$9.00

Nutella Crepes$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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