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1. Terrain Cafe – Westport

4.7

Exceptional(2904)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 126 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. Blackstones Grille

4.4

Awesome(927)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Southport

Booked 22 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

3. Artisan

4.7

Exceptional(1710)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Southport

Booked 22 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. Joseph's Steakhouse - CT

4.8

Exceptional(720)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Bridgeport

Booked 5 times today

Join us for an evening or afternoon of relaxed elegance, sumptuous cuisine and exceptional service. Joseph's menu of dry aged steaks, fresh seafood and award-winning wines will surely impress! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or hosting a business luncheon or dinner, we can help you flawlessly pull off any private dining event. With many awards and accolades under his belt, Joseph has created a stellar reputation and loyal following. Joseph's Steakhouse is a true landmark of Bridgeport, Connecticut!

5. The Cottage

4.7

Exceptional(1618)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 16 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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6. Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport

4.6

Exceptional(1455)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Westport

Booked 10 times today

Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport, CT offers private and festive cabana and patio outdoor dining, 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.

7. Match

4.8

Exceptional(1519)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Norwalk

Booked 9 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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8. Match Burger Lobster

4.7

Exceptional(318)

Price: Moderate

• American • Westport

Booked 1 time today

The tables on our covered heated patio are the only seats being booked via opentable. Outdoor uncovered tables are first come first served. ----------------Fun & Casual - Elevated Road Shack. The delicious Match Burger & Lobster Roll come together on a whimsical menu that will please everyone from age 2 to 102! We have put a simple new England staple menu together, with some twists of course, and execute it at the highest level with the finest ingredients staying as local as we possibly can. We want our guests to crave our food and return for consistant & delicious meals. If you are the heath nut looking for lunch or dinner we are loaded with salads, vegetable’s & a veggie burger made in house, if you are looking to be indulgent how do fries covered in lobster, truffles & cheddar sound?! We look forward to showing you an amazing time in a casual atmosphere with food & service to match our higher end sister restaurant Match.

9. Bridge House

4.6

Exceptional(504)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Milford

Booked 7 times today

Just over the Devon bridge is a cozy, quaint restaurant by the name of Bridge House, which is situated in beautiful Milford. Featuring both indoor and outdoor seating and a private dining area capable of accommodating up to 80 guests, the establishment has been serving area residents with culinary professionalism since December 2007. Bridge House offers gastropub fare with a blend of English and Irish flavors and dŽcor. Guests are invited to dine in the warmth and friendliness of the atmosphere as they chow down on seasonal daily soup, portobello burgers, pan roasted salmon, seared sea scallops, a hearty 18-ounce cowboy steak or the leg oÕ lamb Bolognese. Bridge House also features a prix fixe dining menu as well as a dessert and wine list that comes highly recommended.

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10. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk

4.9

Exceptional(841)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Norwalk

Booked 5 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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Laurenvip
New York City •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Room and ambience very relaxing. Cocktail and wine selection delicious. Halibut good but could have been tastier. Too many artichokes. Brownie for dessert was crusty but ice cream delicious. Service very attentive.
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ArtisanPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Southport
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4.7
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anne
New York City •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
A great vibe, happy people and delicious food. We sat with four people at a table that seemed to be for 10, we kept thinking other people would be seated with us but that did not happen. It's very loud and a little challenging if you have a hearing issue. Service was a bit slower than expected for the prices. Will definitely be back.
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Blackstones GrillePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Southport
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4.4
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Mary
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding Service, lovely food and charming atmosphere. Burgers, truffle fries, Desert Board and Gingerbread Chai Latte were very tasty. We were seated outside under heaters which was perfect thanks to good weather. They offered Seasonal Cocktails and they were passing hors d'oeuvres while we were waiting to be seated. This cafe is situated in Terrain and it was so beautifully decorated for Christmas including a snow machine. This was my 2nd visit and Restaurant staff are excellent.
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Terrain Cafe – WestportPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Westport
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4.7
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Ashleevip
Los Angeles •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always our go to date night spot - we come here about once a month. We love the staff and love the chef’s counter .
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The CottagePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Westport
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4.7
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Astervip
New York City •37 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
Great drinks great steaks cooked to perfection We go here with the guys every 4-5 months Never had a disappointing meal
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Joseph's Steakhouse - CTPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Bridgeport
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4.8

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Terrain Cafe – Westport

2. Blackstones Grille

3. Artisan

4. Joseph's Steakhouse - CT

5. The Cottage

6. Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport

7. Match

8. Match Burger Lobster

9. Bridge House

10. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk

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