Best Authentic Restaurants in South Salem

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BedfordDarienEast NorwalkNew CanaanNorwalkRidgefield

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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29 restaurants available nearby

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1. La Vista Ristorante Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(482)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Salem

Booked 6 times today

Fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere, our family welcomes you to La Vista Ristorante.Serving only the freshest ingredients, Chef Remy's family recipes tempt your palate with homemade pasta, cheeses and desserts. Expertly executed European service delivers table-side preparation of many dishes.Now serving Sunday Brunch, we also offer a full service bar and lounge area. Tue-Thu Prix Fixe 2 course lunch. Special menus for the holidays!Our catering is second to none. Let us cater your event in our facility or yours. Our restaurant can cater an event of up to 200 people, or our VIP room seats up to 60 with its own private bar. Weather permitting, our glorious patio is perfect for cocktails or just to let in the fresh air. Everyone is special at La Vista Ristorante and we cater to your needs. We have an ADA compliant ramp.We have won several awards including Best of Westchster and several Open Table Diners Choice awards.

2. Gallo Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(1214)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ridgefield

Booked 9 times today

At Gallo, we take our time to source the best ingredients so we can craft outstanding and authentic Italian Cuisine; right down to the tomatoes in our sauce and the oil in our pans. Whether you spend time in our dining room for an amazing meal with family or friends; or just stop by for a quick bite at our bar; you'll have an amazing experience each time you step into Gallo Ristorante. Eat Well! Live Long!

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3. Brasserie Saint Germain - Ridgefield

4.5

Awesome(276)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Ridgefield

Booked 5 times today

At our French brasserie, we take pride in offering a menu that celebrates the best of French cuisine. Start off with our fresh raw bar items, featuring oysters, clams, shrimp, and more. For seafood lovers, we offer succulent whole lobsters, expertly prepared to bring out the natural flavors.For those craving a hearty and comforting meal, our beef bourguignon is a must-try. This traditional French dish features tender beef slowly cooked in red wine with bacon, mushrooms, and onions, served with a side of mashed potatoes.If you're in the mood for steak, our cote de boeuf is a delicious choice. This bone-in ribeye is cooked to perfection and served with roasted vegetables and a decadent red wine sauce.For a truly indulgent experience, try our souffle grand marnier. This classic French dessert is made with light and fluffy egg whites and infused with the delicate flavors of orange liqueur.

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4. Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant - Ridgefield

4.6

Exceptional(18)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Ridgefield

Booked 3 times today

Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant is a taste of Spain featuring an authentic tapas menu, global wine list, and live music. Tablao’s high energy fuels the block with its indoor/outdoor dining and active bar scene. Sangria, mojitos, and caipirinhas share the stage with Tablao’s extensive wine program which feature such favorite Spanish varietals as tempranillo, verdejo, albariño, and syrah. With over 30 tapas to choose from as well as traditional Spanish dishes, customers rave about the inspired land and sea menu which includes; beef empanadas with garlic aioli; cheese croquettes; hanger steak with green chimichurri; tortilla Espaňola; sautéed shrimp with garlic and guindilla peppers; classic paella, and a mixed grill of seafood or meat.

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5. Tequila Mockingbird

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5.0

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • New Canaan

Booked 4 times today

Tequila Mockingbird in New Canaan offers a broad range of authentic, mouthwatering Mexican dishes. Each bite of food is like an explosion of flavor in your mouth no matter your pick of menu items. With dishes like the skirt steak fajita, you can fulfill your appetite for all things meaty. If you prefer vegetarian style dishes, this restaurant also offers vegetable fajitas. At Tequila Mockingbird, seafood lovers can rejoice at the taste of the Baja style fish tacos, complete with delicious tempura battered Pacific cod filets. Whether you dine as a family at one of the cozy tables or you choose to kick back at the bar, you are sure to find a flavorful dish worthy of your time at Tequila Mockingbird.

6. Posa

4.6

Exceptional(449)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Ridgefield

Booked 1 time today

At Posa Ristorante, we take our time to source the best ingredients so we can craft outstanding and authentic Italian Cuisine; that means right down to the tomatoes in our sauce and the oil in our pans.Our chefs come in at 7AM to turn hand-ground flour and farm fresh eggs into the pasta and pizza you’ll eat tonight. Whether you’re here to spend hours in our dining room, enjoy our full menu at our pizza bar, sip on a craft cocktail or a glass of wine at our barnor just stopping by for drinks and charcuterie on our outdoor patio – Eat Well, and Live Long: time is on your side.

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7. Farmhouse at the Crossroads

4.4

Awesome(511)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Stamford

Booked 14 times today

Farmhouse at the Crossroads is a unique dining experience that celebrates the essence of American cuisine. The restaurant offers an array of themed rooms, each with its own unique beauty, and a menu that is ever evolving. The reviews rave about the excellent food, attentive staff, and the relaxing atmosphere. One reviewer said, 'The menu is very unique with a mix of many great items.' Another mentioned, 'The food is always fantastic. Service is attentive and never rushed.' These testimonials show that the Farmhouse at the Crossroads is a genuine and authentic dining experience.

8. Oko Westport

4.8

Exceptional(794)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Westport

Booked 21 times today

OKO showcases Chef Brian Lewis' innovative take on traditional Japanese Food and Sushi in a lively and charming atmosphere.

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9. Cheese and Bread - Norwalk

4.3

Awesome(33)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Georgian • Norwalk

Booked 9 times today

Cheese & Bread: A Taste of Georgia in NorwalkCheese & Bread is a new casual neighborhood eatery specializing in authentic Georgian cuisine. We offer a unique dining experience with delicious food, a warm atmosphere, and live music.**Our menu features:*** **Traditional Georgian dishes:** Khachapuri (stuffed bread), khinkali (dumplings), kupati sausage, meat and fish kebabs, chakapuli veal stew, and ojakhuri fried potato with meat and onions.* **Full bar:** Beer, wine, and spirits, including an extensive Georgian wine list.* **Coffee bar:** Enjoy a coffee or tea throughout the day.* **Breakfast:** Starting in August.**We are located at 68 Washington Street in South Norwalk.****Come experience the taste of Georgia at Cheese & Bread!**

10. La Crémaillère

4.8

Exceptional(50)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Bedford

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to La Crémaillère. La Cremaillere is a French fine dining restaurant since 1947 located in an original 1750 farmhouse.Located about 40 miles north of Manhattan, a stone's throw from Greenwich, Connecticut.La Cremaillere restaurant has an intimate and European decor with a fresh approach to the hallmarks of quintessential French cooking and dining.

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Ken
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
From our greeting when we entered to the last bite, everything was exceptional! We enjoyed the appetizer special that was chilled lobster with shrimp, avocado, shaved radishes and orange slices in a lemon vinaigrette on a bed of radicchio . The contrast of flavors and textures were impeccable. We both enjoyed the spaghetti carbonara with fresh black truffles. The nutty aroma of the truffles with the silky texture of the carbonara was intoxicating. I wish these are experiences that stay on the regular menu.
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Gallo RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Ridgefield
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4.7
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DeniseVIP
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We love the ambiance, service and food. Highly recommend.
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Brasserie Saint Germain - RidgefieldPrice: Expensive• French• Ridgefield
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4.5
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TomVIP
New York City •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What a find. We live no where near South Salem, but saw this place on Facebook and decided to give it a try for an early Valentine's Day dinner. We had no real expectations, but it had to exceed any we MIGHT have had. The food was delicious and the decor warm and welcoming, BUT the best thing about the la Vista was the wait staff. Everyone one of them showed that they truly love what they do. They all were so attentive. We liked it so much we're going back next weekend wand we're bringing some family with us.
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La Vista Ristorante ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Salem
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4.7
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elizabeth
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
Excellent tapas and Sangria. Beef short rib, cheese croquette, gnocchi Bolognese, mussels- highly recommended. Service was excellent.
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Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant - RidgefieldPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Ridgefield
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4.6

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