Elm Restaurant

4.8

898 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Lively
Hot spot
Neighborhood gem

Welcome to Elm. Here in the heart of New Canaan, CT., we believe that great meals start with the best ingredients, friends, family, (and of course), our favorite wines. In our charming neighborhood restaurant, we serve seasonal American dishes, inspired by elm’s farmers and fishmongers, and on occasion, a far away place.
Elm is the showcase for the inventive and seasonally inspired cuisine. You can enjoy our daily changing a la carte and chef's tasting menus in all of our distinct dining areas...our beautiful bar, the elegant dining room, at the chef's counter with a view of the kitchen, or we can customize a private dining event at our 14-seat chef's table. Come celebrate the bounty of the season with us.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 920-4994
Website
http://www.elmrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Luke Venner
Catering
Elm also caters offsite, and Chef Luke offers Personal Chef services for a memorable occasion. Please reach out to our staff at events@elmrestaurant.com
Private party facilities
Whether it’s an intimate private dinner at our chef’s table or an event that requires use of the entire restaurant, every detail matters. We work closely with our guests to create their ideal event. Please reach out to our staff at events@elmrestaurant.com

Location
73 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
Neighborhood
New Canaan
Cross street
South Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
New Canaan Stop on the New Haven Train Line
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Afternoon Tea
$38.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy specialty blends of tea paired with our Chef’s selection of canapés and mignardises.

Chopped Vegetable$21.00
sunflower seeds, dill vinaigrette, sheep's feta
Kale$21.00
tart cherry, smoked cheddar, pistachio
Caesar $18.00
lemon-colatura dressing, garlic croutons + parmigiano
Cabbage$21.00
candied mango, cashew, mint, sesame
Summer Salad$24.00
corn, cherry tomato, stone fruit, avocado, arugula, bufala mozz + calamansi
Warm Lobster Cobb$42.00
gem lettuce, cherry tomato, bacon, avocado, soft egg, manchego, buttermilk dressing
San Marzano Tomato Soup$16.00
basil oil + parmigiana

Sandwiches

Lobster Roll$42.00
arugula + bacon
Smoked Turkey Club$27.00
avocado mayo, bacon, arugula
Wagyu Burger*$29.00
double-double, 'animal style'
Veggie Burger$25.00
dijonaise, hoisin, havarti

Larger

Whole Grilled Branzino$37.00
fennel + herb salad
Honey-Glazed Baby Back Ribs$29.00
cucumber + green papaya slaw
Spaghetti$29.00
countryside ham, pea leaves, black pepper + egg yolk
Lumache$28.00
spicy pork bolognese, honey, oregano
Market Steak Frites
steak sauce, herb butter, bone marrow, wasabi aioli
- 10oz Skirt$45.00
- 10oz Filet Mignon$59.00
- 16oz New York Strip$62.00

Raw

Beau Soleli Oysters*$24.00
green apple mignonette + aji amarillo
Spicy Tuna Tartare*$25.00
avocado, crispy shallots, ponzu
Prime Steak Tartare*$25.00
miso aioli + pickled fresno
Jamon Iberico$29.00
arbequina olive oil
Crispy Salmon Tacos$23.00
jalapeno crema + sesame

For the Table

Cheddar Pullapart Rolls$5.00
cultured maple butter
Whole Grilled Artichoke$19.00
roasted garlic aioli
Guacamole$20.00
cilantro + blue corn tostadas
Herb Falafel$15.00
chickpea hummus
Shishito Peppers$15.00
montreal spices + aigre-doux
Squash Blossom Flatbread $18.00
fontina + basil
Chicken Liver Mousse$18.00
tikka masala + port wine gelée
Smoked Trout Dip$22.00
hazelnut oil + pickled shallots
Roasted Mussels$24.00
chardonnay + parsley
Burrata$26.00
nasturtium + pinenut pesto
Vidalia Onion Rings$15.00
curry ketchup
Nduja-Stuffed Dates$21.00
bacon + whipped chevre

Main

Omelette*$20.00
mushrooms, spinach, fontina
Smoked Chicken Bowl*$23.00
brown rice, radish, spicy mayo, fried egg
Crispy Pork Hash$22.00
spring vegetables, poached egg
Eggs Benedict$26.00
smoked salmon, wasabi bernaise
Farm Eggs any Style*$15.00
potato cake, bartard
Brioche French Toast$15.00
seasonal fruit + maple syrup

Sides

French Fries$12.00
Bacon$9.00
Seasonal Fruit$12.00
Potato Cake$15.00

What 898 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Elm Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food, excellent service," and a lively atmosphere. The menu is inventive, with standout dishes like lobster salads and cheddar biscuits. While the noise level can be high, the attentive staff and welcoming vibe make it a favorite for special occasions.

898 Reviews

M
Michaela
New York City20 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The service was outstanding. All of the staff were very attentive to our needs. The cocktails were excellent. The food was amazing. My husband had the filet and I had the Steelhead. Both dishes exceeded our expectations. Even the appetizer was great.
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Catherine
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, informal and friendly vibe, and great service.
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David VIP
New York City10 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice! Our food and service were professionally delivered
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James
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had 8:30 reservations and were the last to leave on a snowy night and never felt rushed Our server was gracious and attentive without being overly solicitous. We all had fish, steelhead and branzino and they were superb. The ceaser salad was disappointing as it was too dry and unfortunately all four of has had it as a starter. We had dessert and all were quite good. There was no bread or amuse bouche so nothing that spoke to who the restaurant was. I would say it was a good dinner but not amazing or inventive. It was a tad overpriced but I likely wouldn’t have noticed if there had been more of the chef innovation or voice in the experience
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Jay
New York City27 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience overall, ambience, service, food all very good. A tad difficult to converse because of background noise, but not terribly so. Prices quite high, but in line with other restaurants of this caliber. Would definitely recommend.
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Sarah
Connecticut4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food from an inventive menu. We especially enjoyed the Smoke Trout Dip which was delicious and more akin to a chunky pate than a dip (that’s a good thing). Our waiter was very knowledgable and obliging. On a super cold Monday, our trip to Elm exceeded our expectations. So many resteraunt are mediocre, Elm is definitely not. Highly recommended.
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Jessica
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Noise- it’s very very hard to hold a conversation as the tables are very deep and the noise is horrible.
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Christine VIP
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent restaurant with great attention to detail. Food is always excellent, and the drinks are very good & creative. It’s a must! Perfect for all occasions.
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Hakan
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Service could be faster and more intense Chairs could be cleaner and more comfortable Bar area ambiance can be cooler Food fantastic Music great Climate perfect
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Debbie
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely afternoon tea with my daughter. The lobster roll Was especially delicious.
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FAQs

Elm Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Elm Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 920-4994.

Elm Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 898 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

73 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840

Additional information

Cross street
South Avenue
Neighborhood
New Canaan
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
New Canaan Stop on the New Haven Train Line
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Luke Venner
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elmrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(203) 920-4994
Catering
Elm also caters offsite, and Chef Luke offers Personal Chef services for a memorable occasion. Please reach out to our staff at events@elmrestaurant.com
Private party facilities
Whether it’s an intimate private dinner at our chef’s table or an event that requires use of the entire restaurant, every detail matters. We work closely with our guests to create their ideal event. Please reach out to our staff at events@elmrestaurant.com

Elm Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Afternoon Tea

Salads

Chopped Vegetable$21.00

Kale$21.00

Caesar $18.00

Cabbage$21.00

Summer Salad$24.00

Warm Lobster Cobb$42.00

San Marzano Tomato Soup$16.00

Sandwiches

Lobster Roll$42.00

Smoked Turkey Club$27.00

Wagyu Burger*$29.00

Veggie Burger$25.00

Larger

Whole Grilled Branzino$37.00

Honey-Glazed Baby Back Ribs$29.00

Spaghetti$29.00

Lumache$28.00

Market Steak Frites

Raw

Beau Soleli Oysters*$24.00

Spicy Tuna Tartare*$25.00

Prime Steak Tartare*$25.00

Jamon Iberico$29.00

Crispy Salmon Tacos$23.00

For the Table

Cheddar Pullapart Rolls$5.00

Whole Grilled Artichoke$19.00

Guacamole$20.00

Herb Falafel$15.00

Shishito Peppers$15.00

Squash Blossom Flatbread $18.00

Chicken Liver Mousse$18.00

Smoked Trout Dip$22.00

Roasted Mussels$24.00

Burrata$26.00

Vidalia Onion Rings$15.00

Nduja-Stuffed Dates$21.00

Main

Omelette*$20.00

Smoked Chicken Bowl*$23.00

Crispy Pork Hash$22.00

Eggs Benedict$26.00

Farm Eggs any Style*$15.00

Brioche French Toast$15.00

Sides

French Fries$12.00

Bacon$9.00

Seasonal Fruit$12.00

Potato Cake$15.00

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