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1. Louie's Italian Restaurant and Bar
4.8
Exceptional(908)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich
Booked 18 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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2. Tony's at the J House
4.6
Exceptional(2150)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich
Booked 23 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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3. The Ridges Seafood & Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(199)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Stamford
Booked 5 times today
Conveniently in the heart of High Ridge Rd off of exit 34/35 on the Merrit Pkwy, The Ridges is a traditional NYC styled Steakhouse offering the best quality USDA Prime Dry Aged Steaks such as our succulent Porterhouse, bold NY Sirloin, tender lean Filet Mignon as well as fresh daily line caught seafood, and homemade pasta to North Stamford.We invite you into our vibrant dining room decorated with table cloths and flowers for birthdays, corporate meetings, date nights, or just a casual night out we are to ensure you have a memorable evening.
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4. The Royal Green
4.4
Awesome(122)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Stamford
Booked 3 times today
Nestled in a quiet park like setting, just 40 minutes outside New York City and 10 minutes outside Westchester County New York, in Stamford, Connecticut, The Royal Green resides within Sterling Farms an 18 hole public golf facility laid out over 144 acres of a once active dairy farm.Here at The Royal Green we pride ourselves on the high quality ingredients used in each meal and outstanding service that we offer our valued customers. We look forward to serving you and your family in the near future.
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5. Applausi
new
4.6
Exceptional(581)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich
Booked 6 times today
Osteria Applausi opened in Old Greenwich in 1994. Each customer is treated like family. Our food is authentic Italian food requiring only the finest and freshest ingredients, every cut of meat and fish is hand-selected and Maria makes handmade pasta daily. If you want to experience a true taste of Italy and be treated like one of the family, come to Osteria Applausi.Beppe Cornacchia, co-owner and manager of Osteria Applausi, has been a vital part of the restaurant since 2002. Prior to managing Applausi, Beppe lived in Tuscany since 1985 and worked in many successful Italian restaurants. He brought his vision of La Cucina Italiana to Fairfield County. Beppe also orchestrated the beautiful renovation of Applausi in 2010 to making it more metropolitan and giving it a sleek New York City feel in Old Greenwich.
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6. Scena Wine Bar
4.6
Exceptional(82)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Darien
Booked 4 times today
Scena Wine Bar offers up Mediterranean fare in the downtown area of Darien. The family-owned restaurant opened in 2010 and has been pleasing customers in the area ever since. Scena Wine Bar has menus for bunch, lunch and dinner. Some of the popular options on the menu include the steamed clams, spicy salmon tartare, cider steamed mussels, ricotta gnocchi, fettuccini carbonara and grilled salmon corn succotash.Scena Wine Bar also has a dessert menu including a cookie plate, tiramisu, apple pie and Nutella filled crepes. The restaurant has a wine menu with a number of different vintages of wine available.
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7. L'Escale
4.8
Exceptional(2753)
Price: Very Expensive
• Regional French (Provençal) • Greenwich
Booked 43 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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8. Elm Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(898)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Canaan
Booked 2 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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9. Moderne Barn
4.7
Exceptional(4593)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Armonk
Booked 58 times today
"At Moderne Barn, the Livanos family has crafted the perfect combination of exceptional food and service in a comfortably elegant atmosphere. Merging an upscale yet approachable environment, Moderne Barn delivers exceptional global cuisine in a setting that will make you feel at home - whether for a business meeting, after a round of golf, or with family for a relaxing weekend gathering. In the restaurant, world spices mingle with new American dishes, showcasing the region's best organic fare alongside terroir-driven wines.
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10. Canoe - Greenwich
4.8
Exceptional(480)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Greenwich
Booked 15 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.

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Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Stamford

Discover the charm of Stamford, Connecticut, where the dining scene shines with hidden treasures perfect for any food lover. In the heart of Fairfield, local neighborhood gems offer a delightful culinary experience, blending unique atmospheres with exceptional service. These restaurants, celebrated for their originality and local flair, provide a range of dining options from cozy, intimate settings to vibrant, lively spots enriched with live music. Whether you're in the mood for an inventive brunch, a sophisticated dinner, or just a casual meal with friends, Stamford's eateries cater to all occasions. Each establishment prides itself on a commitment to quality and a passion for delivering memorable dining experiences. As a culinary hotspot in Fairfield County, Stamford invites both locals and visitors to explore its eclectic mix of restaurants that truly embody the spirit of the neighborhood.

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