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1. The Capital Grille - Stamford

4.8

Exceptional(2625)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Stamford

Booked 38 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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2. Flinders Lane Kitchen and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(298)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Stamford

Booked 13 times today

Award-Winning Australian Cuisine in StamfordAt Flinders Lane Kitchen & Bar, we're passionate about bringing a taste of Australia to Connecticut. We've been recognized as one of the best restaurants in Stamford by the annual Gold Coast awards. Our mission is to provide a welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're enjoying a date night, a night out with friends, a work dinner, or a solo business trip, we offer delicious food, friendly service, and a fun vibe – all without the stuffiness of a fine dining establishment.Our versatile space caters to everyone, from couples to large groups. We want you to feel like family from the moment you step through our doors. Relax and enjoy conversation in our comfortable setting, or soak up the lively atmosphere. Lunchtime offers a selection of fresh seasonal salads and deli-inspired sandwiches.

3. The Royal Green

4.6

Exceptional(114)

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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4. Paella Tapas Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(34)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Norwalk

To experience a fine dining restaurant mixed with a tapas wine bar, visit Paella Restaurant in Norwalk, Connecticut. , Guests can enjoy a wide variety of Spanish tapas which include chorizos, tostadas, grilled tenderloin, sausage, and much more. Paella Paella Restaurant hosts a wine cellar in the restaurant, offering private events and serving over 80 types of wine by the bottle. The cellar is fully equipped with banquet and tapas services, providing an antique and vintage winery feel to customers who are in the mood for an unforgettable experience.

5. The Cottage

4.7

Exceptional(1637)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 36 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.

6. L'Escale

4.8

Exceptional(2731)

Price: Very Expensive

• Provencal • Greenwich

Booked 56 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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7. Valbella Connecticut

4.8

Exceptional(1200)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Riverside

Booked 23 times today

Valbella, which since 1992 has been a celebratory place and a regular haunt for the locals who pack it most nights of the week both for its sumptuous food and its astonishing wine cellar, containing 1,450 selections and 16,000 bottles. Downstairs in the wine cellar is where many people hold private parties of various sizes,and what a splendidly beautiful room it is, done in polished wood, with a lovely fireplace, the tables impeccably set, the stemware thin, the temperature geared to the maintenance of the wine.Also an outstanding feature of the wine cellar is a heated granite table that can accommodate up to sixteen guests.

8. Roger Sherman Inn

4.6

Exceptional(821)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Canaan

Booked 5 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.

9. Polpo

4.7

Exceptional(1328)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich

Booked 37 times today

Indulge in the timeless charm of fine dining at Polpo, Greenwich. Serving traditional Tuscan cuisine for over 20 years, our fresh ingredients and exquisite flavors will transport your taste buds to new heights. From fresh fish to delectable lobster, our menu offers a culinary journey like no other. Join us for lunch or dinner, dine-in, carry-out, or delivery options available. Catering and hosting for special events also available. Experience our intimate indoor dining or al fresco patio seating. Cheers to a memorable dining experience with our extensive wine list. Contact our restaurant manager Avnor at Polpobanquet@optonline.net for private events and catering inquiries.

10. Tsuki Sushi

4.5

Awesome(67)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Greenwich

Booked 2 times today

At Tsuki Sushi, we put a lot of work into getting the freshest products and turning them into inspiring flavors. Join us to discover a Omakase experience that you can write home about. We serve a three course lunch/dinner that includes three appetizers, eleven pieces of Nigiri and a Japanese cheesecake for dessert. Our fish is flown straight from Japan strictly for your pallets pleasure. Paired with our beautiful cocktails and ambiance we hope you will find yourself transported. We look forward to have you over.

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John
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The capital Grille was a great experience. I took my wife on a date night and the food and the service were better than even expected. I highly recommend the capital Grille.
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The Capital Grille - StamfordPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Stamford
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4.8
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richardVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
About 5 years ago, we first visited Cottage. We hadn’t been back simply because it was so noisy you couldn’t have a conversation. We don’t tecall what day of the eeek we were there. We were delighted in our visit today,Sunday, as the music was not too loud and diners did not have to shout to be heard across the table. The soft lighting was perfect and the service was terrific. The food was so good, we’ve decided to return sometime soon!
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The CottagePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Westport
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4.7
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David
New York City •25 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Restaurant is beautiful. Fantastic service and great cocktails. Food was uniformly excellent, but a bit on the pricey side. Then again, this combination of ambience, service, and outstanding and unique cuisine choices in this area these days is typically pricey, and it’s worth it at The Royal Green. The quality is right up there with the best in New Canaan and Greenwich. We’ll return!
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The Royal GreenPrice: Very Expensive• American• Stamford
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4.6
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Anat
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
The food was delicious, a little pricey but worth it. Great menus and wonderful staff. We came as a family and everyone found great options and enjoyed themselves.
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Flinders Lane Kitchen and BarPrice: Expensive• Australian• Stamford
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4.6
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KathyJ
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 8, 2024
Always a favorite of ours for a lighter meal of tapas or a full dinner. We had mussels and baked goat cheese in tomato sauce.
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Paella Tapas Wine Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Norwalk
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4.6

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. The Capital Grille - Stamford

2. Flinders Lane Kitchen and Bar

3. The Royal Green

4. Paella Tapas Wine Bar & Restaurant

5. The Cottage

6. L'Escale

7. Valbella Connecticut

8. Roger Sherman Inn

9. Polpo

10. Tsuki Sushi

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