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1. Terrain Cafe – Westport
4.7
Exceptional(3043)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 117 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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2. Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport
4.6
Exceptional(1480)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Westport
Booked 22 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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3. Artisan
4.9
Exceptional(1761)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southport
Booked 27 times today
Artisan serves New England inspired farm to table cuisine. Located adjacent to the new Delamar Southport hotel, Artisan sets itself apart by offering a menu and an environment that is both refined and relaxed.
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4. Blackstones Grille
4.7
Exceptional(977)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Southport
Booked 23 times today
With decades of experience, Blackstones Steakhouse Group is proud of its impeccable service, ambiance and extraordinary food. From juicy cuts of dry-aged steak, and the freshest seafood and raw bar, Blackstones maintains its reputation on offering the ultimate dining experience. Only the best USDA prime beef is used and every cut is carefully dry-aged to provide the perfect concentration of taste, arriving at your table on a piping hot plate, sizzling with flavor. Join us every Thursday for our Classic Prime Rib Special! (Due to significantly increased demand for our "Prime Rib" special, reservations are required). Outdoor Dining - Patio will reopen September 2023! Perfect for football season
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5. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk
4.8
Exceptional(860)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Norwalk
Booked 4 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.
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6. Osteria Romana
4.7
Exceptional(356)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Norwalk
Booked 13 times today
Brothers Graziano and Maurizio Ricci bring you traditional recipes from Rome, Italy. We specialize in homemade pasta, fish, veal, and chicken plates, in addition to imported Italian wines and unique Italian deserts. Our pasta, prepared daily in the restaurant, is a favorite for all of our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our selection of the freshest ingredients from local producers and our attention to quality and detail. We at Osteria Romana pride ourselves in offering traditional Italian family recipes made with the finest ingredients. Every meal is prepared fresh upon order. The pasta, fish, chicken dishes are all delicious. Our specials are exciting. Modern twists on classic favorites, like our signature hand-made pasta with wild mushrooms and a brandy truffle sauce, are what keep customers coming back.
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7. Sono Wood Fired Pizza
4.5
Awesome(38)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • South Norwalk
Booked 6 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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8. Elm Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(900)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Canaan
Booked 16 times today
Elm Restaurant is the go-to spot in New Canaan for a delightful dining experience. With its charming neighborhood setting and a menu that changes frequently, it never fails to delight. The restaurant is appreciated for its friendly service, great ambiance, and outstanding food. Reviewers describe it as 'heads above anything else in New Canaan', 'lovely inside and out', and 'a fine restaurant in a charming town'. Elm Restaurant is a neighborhood gem, loved by locals and visitors alike.
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9. Sails Bar & Grill
4.8
Exceptional(118)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Darien
Booked 18 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.
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10. Roger Sherman Inn
4.8
Exceptional(834)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • New Canaan
Booked 7 times today
Owners Joseph and Nes Jaffre invite you to enjoy memorable dining, beautiful accommodations and exceptional service in a landmark New Canaan inn within an hour of New York City.The dining room and bar feature French-inspired American cuisine with an extensive wine list as well as cocktails and light bites at the bar.Individually-decorated rooms and suites offer modern conveniences, luxury bath products and mini bars with gourmet snacks. The Roger Sherman can host up to 260 guests for Weddings, Baby and Bridal Showers, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, Rehearsal Dinners, Business Meetings, Celebrations, Funerals and Intimate gatherings. Reservations are strongly suggested.Call us to plan your private event today 203-966-4541 ask for Nes.

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Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Westport

Discover the hidden culinary treasures of Westport, Connecticut with our curated list of neighborhood gems. Each restaurant in this selection is celebrated for its unique ambiance, exceptional service, and, most importantly, exquisite cuisine that stands out in the vibrant Fairfield dining scene. The local eateries range from cozy, intimate settings perfect for special occasions to lively, colorful venues that offer an authentic and memorable dining experience. These establishments excel in combining local flavors with innovative twists, ensuring every meal is both delightful and surprising. Westport's dining scene is known for its diverse offerings and commitment to quality, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers. Whether you're a local resident or a traveler exploring Fairfield, these neighborhood gems provide a perfect blend of hospitality, creativity, and culinary excellence.

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