Best Lunch Restaurants in New Canaan

63 restaurants available nearby

1. Elm Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(883)

Price: Expensive

• American • New Canaan

Booked 29 times today

Welcome to Elm. Here in the heart of New Canaan, CT., we believe that great meals start with the best ingredients, friends, family, (and of course), our favorite wines. In our charming neighborhood restaurant, we serve seasonal American dishes, inspired by elm’s farmers and fishmongers, and on occasion, a far away place. Elm is the showcase for the inventive and seasonally inspired cuisine. You can enjoy our daily changing a la carte and chef's tasting menus in all of our distinct dining areas...our beautiful bar, the elegant dining room, at the chef's counter with a view of the kitchen, or we can customize a private dining event at our 14-seat chef's table. Come celebrate the bounty of the season with us.

2. Gates Restaurant

5.0

Exceptional(174)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Canaan

Booked 5 times today

Gates is the perfect place for celebrations, family gatherings, date nights or just because! Sitting in the heart of New Canaan since 1979, we offer an eclectic menu where we boast having something for everyone. Weekly rotating lunch, brunch, and dinner specials.Open year round, seven days a week.

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3. Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(77)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Canaan

Booked 5 times today

Cava Wine Bar offers Chef Nube Siguenza’s modern approach to Italian cuisine with local ingredients, fresh seasonal menus and a family principle of hospitality.

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4. Chef Luis Restaurant and Boquitas Bar

4.7

Exceptional(34)

Price: Expensive

• Continental • New Canaan

Booked 5 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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5. Siena Norwalk at The Watershed

4.6

Exceptional(354)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Norwalk

Booked 10 times today

Energetic hotel bar & restaurant featuring high-end cocktails & an extensive wine list with scenic views overlooking the Norwalk river. Located within the lobby of The Watershed Hotel, this restaurant boasts Tuscan inspired selections along with wood-fired pizza. Italian owned & operated sister restaurant to Siena Stamford since 1997.

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6. The Ridges Seafood & Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(187)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Stamford

Booked 2 times today

Conveniently in the heart of High Ridge Rd off of exit 34/35 on the Merrit Pkwy, The Ridges is a traditional NYC styled Steakhouse offering the best quality USDA Prime Dry Aged Steaks such as our succulent Porterhouse, bold NY Sirloin, tender lean Filet Mignon as well as fresh daily line caught seafood, and homemade pasta to North Stamford.We invite you into our vibrant dining room decorated with table cloths and flowers for birthdays, corporate meetings, date nights, or just a casual night out we are to ensure you have a memorable evening.

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7. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk

4.9

Exceptional(841)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Norwalk

Booked 3 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.

8. The Royal Green

4.6

Exceptional(98)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Stamford

Booked 3 times today

Nestled in a quiet park like setting, just 40 minutes outside New York City and 10 minutes outside Westchester County New York, in Stamford, Connecticut, The Royal Green resides within Sterling Farms an 18 hole public golf facility laid out over 144 acres of a once active dairy farm.Here at The Royal Green we pride ourselves on the high quality ingredients used in each meal and outstanding service that we offer our valued customers. We look forward to serving you and your family in the near future.

9. North Star Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(644)

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

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10. Alma Bistro - Norwalk

4.8

Exceptional(155)

Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Norwalk

Booked 3 times 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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John
Greater Boston •1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Went to Siena for a Monday lunch with friends. The food and service were wonderful and the room is bright and welcoming. However, the music was so loud that it was, at times, difficult to have a discussion. We asked for the music level to be lowered but it remained unreasonably loud.
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Siena Norwalk at The WatershedPrice: Expensive• Italian• Norwalk
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4.6
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Kim
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Went on a Friday night for dinner and karaoke. The food, drinks, staff, and patrons were great. We had so much fun celebrating our friend's birthday. She said it was the most fun she had in a long time. We will be back.
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Gates RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• New Canaan
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Lynn
Baltimore / Maryland •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 7, 2024
So nice to dine in a restaurant with a vibrant bar scene yet a quiet dining room, where you can engage in conversation. Service was outstanding as was the food.
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Chef Luis Restaurant and Boquitas BarPrice: Expensive• Continental• New Canaan
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4.7
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Jeffreyvip
Caribbean •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 6, 2024
We enjoyed Elm! My kale salad was excellent and the burger was out of this world.
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Elm RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• New Canaan
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4.7
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Christina
New York City •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
Food was delicious! Everyone enjoyed their meals and cocktails.
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Cava Wine Bar & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• New Canaan
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4.6

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63 restaurants available nearby

1. Elm Restaurant

2. Gates Restaurant

3. Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant

4. Chef Luis Restaurant and Boquitas Bar

5. Siena Norwalk at The Watershed

6. The Ridges Seafood & Steakhouse

7. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk

8. The Royal Green

9. North Star Restaurant

10. Alma Bistro - Norwalk

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