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1. Tony's at the J House

4.6

Exceptional(2107)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich

Booked 35 times today

Tony's at the J House menu offers something for everyone-- homemade pasta, fresh fish, Prime dry aged steaks from Allen Brothers and sushi from Miku of Greenwich. Our Menu offers a wonderful twist to traditional Italian dishes. Vibrant salads, seasonal roasted vegetables and a revolving cheese selection round out his innovative menu. We are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day. We keep a portion of our tables offline and if you don't see the time you wish, please call us at (203) 698-6999.

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2. Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(868)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich

Booked 25 times today

Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar is a charming, vintage spot that's perfect for a romantic date. With a cozy fireplace and a warm, inviting ambiance, it's got a 'neighborhood appeal' that makes you feel right at home. Reviews rave about the 'exceptional service' and 'great environment', and the 'fantastic service' and 'delicious food' only add to the romantic appeal.

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3. The Cottage - Greenwich

4.7

Exceptional(361)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Greenwich

Booked 25 times today

The Cottage expanded to its second location on Greenwich Avenue in the heart of Greenwich, Connecticut in 2022, featuring Lewis’ award-winning dishes that are hand crafted with exceptional ingredients procured from local purveyors and farmers responsible for growing, raising, harvesting and producing within the region.

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4. Valbella Connecticut

4.8

Exceptional(1184)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Riverside

Booked 10 times today

Valbella, which since 1992 has been a celebratory place and a regular haunt for the locals who pack it most nights of the week both for its sumptuous food and its astonishing wine cellar, containing 1,450 selections and 16,000 bottles. Downstairs in the wine cellar is where many people hold private parties of various sizes,and what a splendidly beautiful room it is, done in polished wood, with a lovely fireplace, the tables impeccably set, the stemware thin, the temperature geared to the maintenance of the wine.Also an outstanding feature of the wine cellar is a heated granite table that can accommodate up to sixteen guests.

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5. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

4.8

Exceptional(1776)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Stamford

Booked 21 times today

Dedicated to the expression of modern American cuisine, Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar is more than just a culinary adventure, it is a true experience. Guests can choose from an array of raw bar favorites, like blue point oysters, little neck clams, and lobster cocktail, along with Mizu Sushi, and steaks and chops like filet mignon and parmesan-crusted veal chop. For those with a sweet tooth, there are several dessert options, like New York style cheesecake, crème brûlée, and the crowd-favorite espresso martini – all served with complimentary water views, as both Prime locations are directly on the water with boat accessibility.Sunday Brunch is offered weekly, with catering options also available. Please note that reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome...allowing you the time to explore our entire property with spectacular waterfront views.

6. L'Escale

4.7

Exceptional(2711)

Price: Very Expensive

• Provencal • Greenwich

Booked 30 times today

The iconic, l’escale restaurant bar, or “port of call” for seasonal Mediterranean cuisine is designed to transport the ambiance of Provence to the Gold Coast of Connecticut. Two-hundred-year-old stone terra cotta tiles from Provence adorn the floors with a wood burning fireplace lending an unmistakable charm and beauty.Located at Delamar Greenwich Harbor Hotel, the restaurant’s intimate decor, along with its wrought iron tonelle covered waterfront terrace and exquisitely designed menu by award winning Executive Chef Frederic Kieffer will deliver the Côte d’Azur right to your table.

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7. Harvest Wine Bar - Greenwich

4.5

Awesome(220)

Price: Moderate

• American • Greenwich

Booked 44 times today

Harvest Wine Bar is the fourth restaurant endeavor for siblings Kleber, Nube, and Vicente Siguenza. Over the past ten years, their passion for food and wine combined with an abiding dedication for excellent customer service has become their recipe for success.Harvest offers modern American custom cuisine with Asian, Latin, and Mediterranean influence as well as an extensive wine list from the United States and around the world. By supporting local and organic farms, Harvest makes it a top priority to serve the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Come in and try it for yourself and enjoy custom cuisine from farm to fork. Please visit our sister restaurants 55 Wine Bar and Restaurant in Fairfield, Cava Wine Bar and Restaurant in New Canaan, and Scena Wine Bar and Restaurant in Darien.

8. Canoe - Greenwich

4.7

Exceptional(453)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Greenwich

Booked 5 times today

Canoe, (New) American restaurant that combines multiple different cultures, focus on ultra fresh seafood, fresh organic salads and quality meats. When you first visit Canoe in Greenwich, you are greeted by the site of a stunning interior. copper ceiling, exquisite art work. unique and stunning copper mash dividers and curtains. As if the décor isn't enough, Canoe offers an incredible array of fresh, delicious foods. Start with oysters the half shell, Salmon summer roll, Pecking duck tacos along with our hand-craft cocktails. Enjoy your dinner with Chilean Sea bass, Organic Scottish Salmon, or Superior Angus Steak. No matter what dish you choose, you are sure yo leave satisfied when you visit Canoe.

9. The Wheel

4.5

Awesome(997)

Price: Moderate

• American • Stamford

Booked 48 times today

The Wheel focuses on American cuisine brimming with locally sourced ingredients in an industrial chic, waterfront setting. Drawing on fresh ingredients from over 40 local farmers, fishermen and purveyors, the restaurant features the best of what’s in season with an ever-changing menu plus produce grown and harvested right from The Village’s rooftop garden. At the center of its open kitchen lies a hearth oven used to roast meats, fish and vegetables, as well as to bake Neapolitan-style pizzas.

10. Polpo

4.6

Exceptional(1319)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich

Booked 19 times today

Indulge in the timeless charm of fine dining at Polpo, Greenwich. Serving traditional Tuscan cuisine for over 20 years, our fresh ingredients and exquisite flavors will transport your taste buds to new heights. From fresh fish to delectable lobster, our menu offers a culinary journey like no other. Join us for lunch or dinner, dine-in, carry-out, or delivery options available. Catering and hosting for special events also available. Experience our intimate indoor dining or al fresco patio seating. Cheers to a memorable dining experience with our extensive wine list. Contact our restaurant manager Avnor at Polpobanquet@optonline.net for private events and catering inquiries.

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Betsy
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always amazing quality of food and it was my hubby bday and they gave us a 25$ gift certificate which was so nice of them.
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Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CTPrice: Very Expensive• American• Stamford
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4.8
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Sameervip
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great vibe and food was fantastic. We went on a Monday night and it was quite busy. Tells you it’s a good place. Will go again next time in Greenwich. We met Tony and he couldn’t have been nicer too!
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Tony's at the J HousePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich
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4.6
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Louisevip
New York City •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Very good and inventive food. Unusual combinations. Noise level is very high. Hope they can find ways to improve it. Hard to have a conversation.
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The Cottage - GreenwichPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Greenwich
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4.7
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Judy
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Wonderful to eat Italian where the chef realizes that Italian food is more than garlic. Loved the food and will be back soon.
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Louie's Italian Restaurant and BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Greenwich
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4.7
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Barrett
New York City •51 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 6, 2024
Really like how quiet it is. Other restaurants would benefit from understanding how important low noise is to the quality of the experience. fantastic cuisine
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Valbella ConnecticutPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Riverside
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4.8

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1. Tony's at the J House

2. Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar

3. The Cottage - Greenwich

4. Valbella Connecticut

5. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

6. L'Escale

7. Harvest Wine Bar - Greenwich

8. Canoe - Greenwich

9. The Wheel

10. Polpo

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