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Harbor Lights, Norwalk, CT

Harbor Lights

4.6
4.6
800 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
Harbor Lights is the premier seafood house located in East Norwalk, CT. Located on the Norwalk Harbor, it offers well-prepared, attractively presented and sophisticated fare. Open year round, the glassed-in terrace allows for a comfortably heated dining experience in the winter without losing the outside dining experience in the summer. Our long dock in front of the restaurant provides plenty of room for boaters to tie up for lunch or dinner, and the dining room affords fantastic sunset views. Harbor Lights has been bringing the fresh refined flavors of the Mediterranean to Diners in Fairfield County for over a decade. The Prime sunset seating and views of the Harbor, the breeze, the um-brella-bedecked outdoor patio, unparalleled service and incredible food make this waterfront spot hard to resist.

Please Note: We Do Not Guarantee Specific Tables. We Do Not Guarantee Waterfront, Window or Deck Seating.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 866-3364
  • Website
    http://www.HarborLightsRestaurant-CT.Com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer on site catering of up to 150 people. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Give your guests the ultimate New England Experience at Harbor Lights Restaurant. Our Private Events Team is committed to providing our guests with unrivaled food quality, au fait beverage service, and genuine hospitality. With the perfect waterfront backdrop for any event, the restaurant can be rented out in its entirety, or you may reserve one of our semi private areas. Our creative culinary team will design a personalized menu that best suits your needs and inspires your palate. Stunning waterfront views, attention to detail and focus on superior service makes Harbor Lights the desired destination for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, office parties, retirement celebrations, cocktail parties, holiday soirees, fundraisers, corporate events and more for up to 200 guests.
  • Location
    82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855
  • Neighbourhood
    East Norwalk
  • Cross Street
    East Avenue
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    10 minute walk from East Norwalk train station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 800 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fairfield

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fairfield

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Harbor Lights offers an enchanting dining experience with "excellent service," "beautiful setting," and "great food." Its waterfront deck is a "hidden gem," perfect for romantic dinners. Guests rave about the "fantastic" seafood and desserts. While some note occasional noise, the "views are simply gorgeous," making it a "great neighborhood place."

800 Reviews

  1. Marti

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall enjoyable evening! Definitely recommend - great food, atmosphere and service.

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  2. Steve

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely setting overlooking the Norwalk harbor. Excellent service and great food. Oysters and calamari appetizers were fresh and well prepared. Salmon and swordfish came with Jasmin rice was delicious. Crab stuffed shrimp was to die for. The hot lobster roll was plentiful and also delicious. Finished off our night with Chocolate Moose, Crème brûlée and Key lime pie. This is a very busy place in the summer months. A hidden gem in the winter. We will be back soon.

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  3. Jane

    New York City

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 5th or 6th New Year's Eve dinner at Harbor Lights. After a busy Christmas season, my husband and I enjoy a quiet dinner by ourselves and Harbor Lights fills the bill. The service was exemplary, the dinner was served hot and very tasty and the portions were ample. We were surprised that at 6 pm, the restaurant was humming and a bit noisy, but as the crowd changed, it became quieter. It seems young couples go out for a nice dinner and then on to parties. Friends of ours arrived after we did and stopped to say hello and before we left, we went to their table to wish them a happy new year. They were enjoying the shrimp dish and the seafood linguine dish. We will definitely return in warmer weather to enjoy dining outside on the expansive decking. Jane & Walt Graham

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  4. joyce

    Montreal

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Our waiter was wonderful. Decorated for the holiday beautifully. We really enjoyed ourselves. Will book again next Christmas Eve!

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  5. Eric

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Had the restaurant to ourselves for a Saturday late lunch. Nice old world ambiance, reasonably interesting menu and service. Tasty food but not exceptional. A bit expensive for what it is.

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  6. Elaine

    Naples

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch! Beautiful setting, peaceful great menu and food.

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  7. Nicole

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a good time at this restaurant. The ambience is insanely beautiful, with the water glistening in the background and the dim lights. You can't go wrong. The staff is great the food and is fantastic. I always go to this restaurant when I want to celebrate something that is very special. I am really felt this way lately, but the food is definitely worth the price!

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  8. Jennifer

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been a couple times and it is always delicious! Service is great, very attentive. We had a one year old and went for my parent’s 40th anniversary and everyone had a great time.

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  9. Michele

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely evening. It was a little noisy for part of the meal but I guess that’s just Friday night out.

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  10. Jean

    VIP

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was friendly and attentive. My husband and I both had the warm lobster roll and were disappointed as they were tough and dry, certainly not worth the money. Shared Greek salad was good as well as our drinks from the bar.

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FAQs

Harbor Lights is rated 4.6 stars by 800 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Google Map for Harbor Lights

82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    East Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    East Norwalk
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    10 minute walk from East Norwalk train station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.HarborLightsRestaurant-CT.Com/
  • Phone number
    (203) 866-3364
  • Catering
    We offer on site catering of up to 150 people. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Give your guests the ultimate New England Experience at Harbor Lights Restaurant. Our Private Events Team is committed to providing our guests with unrivaled food quality, au fait beverage service, and genuine hospitality. With the perfect waterfront backdrop for any event, the restaurant can be rented out in its entirety, or you may reserve one of our semi private areas. Our creative culinary team will design a personalized menu that best suits your needs and inspires your palate. Stunning waterfront views, attention to detail and focus on superior service makes Harbor Lights the desired destination for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, office parties, retirement celebrations, cocktail parties, holiday soirees, fundraisers, corporate events and more for up to 200 guests.
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