5 Best Historic Restaurants in Darien

5 restaurants available nearby

1. Washington Prime

4.7

Exceptional(1152)

Price: Expensive

• American • South Norwalk

Booked 7 times today

Winner of Best Steak in Connecticut and top steakhouses in the U.S. by the Food Network, Washington Prime has the privilege of framing SoNo’s newest structure at the corner of Washington Street and Water Street. Adding to this historic and progressive waterside community, this highly anticipated Eating & Drinking Well is driven by a culinary and beverage program that is not about gimmicks - just honesty and creativity. No stranger to high impact restaurants, Washington Prime is brought to you by some of the area’s most dynamic restaurateurs. The land and sea menu is a bit of Americana with cross-cultural influences, the space is multi-dimensional and the attitude is left at the door. Here, we eat, we drink and we join in the fun.

2. Hatter Piano Bar

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5.0

Exceptional(1)

Price: Moderate

• American • Norwalk

Welcome to **Hatter Piano Bar** in Norwalk—a timeless experience with a modern twist. Housed in a beautifully restored historic hat factory, Hatter brings the charm of a classic piano bar to life with live music, crafted cocktails, and an elevated late-night menu. With performances every Thursday through Saturday, Hatter showcases skilled pianists, soulful vocalists, and DJ sets that add a contemporary vibe, creating an inviting ambiance that blends the nostalgia of Norwalk’s first piano bar with today’s energy. Sip on iconic cocktails like the Manhattan, Old Fashioned, and seasonal specialties, crafted to perfection. Choose from elegant dining and cozy lounge areas ideal for special occasions or casual nights out. Make your reservations and join us at Hatter Piano Bar for an unforgettable night of music, flavor, and history reimagined.

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3. Baldanza at the Schoolhouse

4.9

Exceptional(868)

Price: Expensive

• American • Wilton

Booked 5 times today

Join us at BALDANZA at the Schoolhouse, 34 Cannon Road, Wilton CT for an amazing meal where where every item on our menu is freshly hand crafted every day using only the highest quality clean ingredients! We are Located at historic Cannondale Village next to the Train Station at Cannondale (Wilton), CT. 203.309.5777

4. Roger Sherman Inn

4.8

Exceptional(810)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Canaan

Booked 4 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.

5. Doppio

4.8

Exceptional(207)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich

Booked 2 times today

Doppio located around the corner from historic Greenwich Avenue specializes in artisanal Italian Food & Wine. Set In a stylish rustic environment, guests enjoy small plates like Grilled Polpo, Crispy Calamari, and Arincini to start the meal before moving on to a signature brick oven pizza, freshly hand made pastas including fettuccine and rigatoni or other traditional Italian favorites such as the popular bone in veal milanese and pan seared branzino.Offering both indoor and outdoor dining guests can enjoy a glass of wine or crafty cocktail in the holiday themed corner patio under hanging lights beside the twinkling tree and flaming fire pit.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Washington Prime

2. Hatter Piano Bar

3. Baldanza at the Schoolhouse

4. Roger Sherman Inn

5. Doppio

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