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A photo of Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT restaurant
1. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT
4.8
Exceptional(1776)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Stamford
Booked 17 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.
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2. The Capital Grille - Stamford
4.8
Exceptional(2602)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Stamford
Booked 37 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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3. Match
4.8
Exceptional(1519)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Norwalk
Booked 18 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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4. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk
4.9
Exceptional(842)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Norwalk
Booked 6 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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5. Villa Italia Restaurant
new
4.7
Exceptional(127)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Stamford
Booked 4 times today
Italian food is comfort food; it's rich and flavorful, warm and hearty, and it's best enjoyed with friends and family. Pasta is food for the body and the soul. We are a family-owned business serving up homemade Italian cuisine to the Stamford community since 1983. Every single dish over the years has been not only authentic, scratch-made pasta, our homemade desserts by Chef Neil Vitiello, seafood, pizzas and more crafted from our family recipes, it's been cooked and served with love too. What's better than enjoying great food with live music? Join us every Tuesday night for Tuesday Night Live Jazz, featuring superb area musicians playing music from the Great American Songbook, pop and soft rock from the decades. Once a month we host an open mic/live karaoke night with Chris Coogan backing you on the keys! From our family to yours, we look forward to welcoming you soon.
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6. Terrain Cafe – Westport
4.6
Exceptional(2910)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 80 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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7. Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(868)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich
Booked 23 times today
Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar celebrates Italian Fare With Neighborhood Appeal. Italian cuisine is known for its depth and variety of flavors, fresh ingredients, and classic comfort. Its diverse appeal, from tastes and textures to styles and regions, make Italian cuisine a family favorite. Takeout Menu can be found in our profile. We are also offering delivery everyday on our website.
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8. The Cottage
4.7
Exceptional(1620)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 33 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. Elm Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(885)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Canaan
Booked 19 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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10. L'Escale
4.7
Exceptional(2711)
Price: Very Expensive
• Provencal • Greenwich
Booked 28 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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