1920 Bar and Bistro

3.6

82 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for live music
Romantic

Our name, inspired by the year the building was built, pays homage to its history as the first electric generation station in Norwalk, then a hat factory, and later a home to beloved restaurants. 1920 Bar and Bistro is a tribute to the past, presenting a fresh concept with classic cocktails, craft beer, and a diverse, seasonal menu inspired by contemporary American cuisine.

Prepared by a Mexican-born maestro, who enriched his culinary journey with a passion ignited by the finesse of Italian cuisine. Chef Lazaro has honed his skills in prestigious kitchens such as Pane E Benne in Westport, Paci in Southport, Blue Lemon in Westport, and Bridge Market in Westport. Drawing inspiration from his Mexican roots and a love for the flavors of Italian gastronomy, Chef Lazaro Alvarado brings a unique approach to 1920 Bar and Bistro’s 'New American' menu that is both inventive and rooted in global tradition.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Italian, Global, International
Hours of operation
Brunch Daily 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(203) 212-8922
Website
http://www.1920barandbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Salvadore
Catering
Indulge in global-inspired flavors crafted by Chef Salvadore, who prepares personalized menus designed to delight and inspire guests using the freshest ingredients and seasonal produce. Chef Salvadore ensures a culinary experience that accommodates the unique needs of every individual guest.
Private party facilities
Our distinctive events venue is nestled within the historic confines of a former Hat Factory. Whether its an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, our space is perfectly suited for both. Our dedicated team is poised to craft bespoke menus and create unique and personalized experiences.

Location
2 Wilton Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851-4540
Neighborhood
East Norwalk
Cross street
Wilton Avenue and Cross Street
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Pasta Tuesdays with Chef Salvadore
Multiple dates available
Join us every Tuesday for a culinary journey through Italy with our Pasta Tuesdays prepared by our Chef Salvadore, whose passion for coastal-inspired cuisine shines through in every bite. Indulge in a rotating menu featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients, from classic favorites to innovative creations that reflect the flavors of the Amalfi Coast. Reserve your table now and experience the magic of Pasta Tuesdays at 1920 Bar and Bistro, where every bite tells a story!
Happy Hour - Hatter Piano Bar w/Zachary Anderson
Multiple dates available
Join us for a lively Happy Hour with special price cocktails featuring the incredible Zachary Anderson from 6.30PM until 9.00PM. Request your favorite songs from any decade or genre, sing along, or simply sit back and enjoy the show. Zachary, a recent graduate of NYU Steinhardt's Vocal Performance program, brings his expertise in Musical Theatre and Music Composition to every performance. With experience directing and performing in productions across NYC and Connecticut, his talent is sure to captivate.
The BEST Steak Night in Town
Multiple dates available
Steak Night with a three-course Prix Fixe for $40 includes an appetizer, NY Strip served with Brocolli Rabe and Roasted Potatoes with options of Red Wine Reduction of Chimichurri sauce. Enjoy Live Music with the sounds of local musicians showcasing their talents, or bring your own to the stage, with 1920 Open Mic on first and third Thursday of every month. We're thrilled to partner with Rock'n Vodka, an American-made, 100% sugarcane, non-GMO, gluten-free vodka endorsed by Rock n' Roll Hall of Famer Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick. All-night happy hour with Rock'n Vodka cocktails for just $7.

What 82 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.6

3.6 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
3.9Service
4.1Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connecticut
Romantic
Connecticut
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Fairfield
Hot spot
Fairfield
Romantic

Review summary

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1920 Bar and Bistro offers a vibrant and inviting atmosphere with consistently "excellent meals" and a "welcoming" staff. The menu is "fresh" and "eclectic," featuring standout pasta dishes and delicious lamb chops. While service can be slow, the overall dining experience is praised as a "local gem" with a unique ambiance.

82 Reviews

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Kyle
Connecticut
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Made reservations for Thursday steak night special. We walked in and the staff looked confused and didn't know how to seat us. The service was incredibly slow. We waited probably 20 minutes for our server to come greet us, another 20 for our salad course, only for our bland and overcooked steak to come while we're taking the first bites of the salad. The red wine was stale and ice cold. We also asked for the check early and had to chase down staff at the bar for another 30 minutes just to be able to pay. We didn't even get the dessert at that point. We just really wanted to leave. Incredibly understaffed. We were also sat in the piano bar section. The booths and tables were nearly touching each other so you are elbow to elbow with other guests. The music was incredibly too loud, having to shout at each other across a table. It's unfortunate because when we went a few weeks prior on a Saturday night, the service was great. The restaurant was empty but they had multiple servers on the floor. Now this time on a Thursday where they are marketing a premium experience there was one server for the entire floor. Will not be returning...
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Robert
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is absolutely gorgeous inside. We loved our meal. I just got a simple pasta dish with tomatoes and olive oil but it was done to perfection. The lamb meatballs were delicious. We will definitely be back again soon.
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Susan
Greater Boston
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We have been several times but it has been a while. The menu has changed. I ordered the balsamic chicken and would never order it again. It was very dry and just not good. My husband went with the broccoli rabe and sausage pasta which was ok. The wine is good but a bit pricey at $15 a glass for house cabernet.
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William
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a terrific welcome back to this place with warm light of tall candles and refresh on their menu. Will be back soon.
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Paula
New York City
4 reviews
vip
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We decided to go there for our first time to try their Thursday $40 pre fix menu. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful, but we did notice there weren’t many customers. Everything started off great, our waiter was very nice, drinks and appetizer were really good, but out of the NY strip, ribeye, & filé mignon selection for the pre fixe menu, they were out of the filé mignon, so we opted for the NY strip, one medium, and one medium rare. After a while, our steaks came, but one was rare and cold inside and the other that should’ve been medium was medium rare. They were able to get the rare cold steak to medium rare, but once we started cutting into it, it was super tough and kind of hard to eat, so we had to pick out the softer parts that were edible, leaving half of the steak left on the plate. We hoped dessert would be as pleasing as the start of our dinner, but unfortunately the desserts did not taste as good as they looked. Maybe we had bad luck that night, or maybe we should’ve skipped the pre fixe menu when they told us they were out of file mignon, but we’re still willing to give this place another shot and hopefully come out with a much better experience than our first one!
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Debbie
Connecticut
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food and ambience were lovely. However, owners were a bit “too chatty”, comping to our table and sitting down… Service was a bit slow. Overall a good experience. We’ll be back!
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Robyn
New York City
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately, cannot give NO stars, which it deserves. The WORST service and rudest employees I ever encountered. Can’t comment on the food because we never got our food. Walked out after 1 hour and 15 minutes of receiving NO food. We were told 30 minutes for pizzas. After 1 hour, still NO food including cold appetizers and we were told 5 more minutes. Well, after 15 minutes we had enough and left. Do NOT waste your time and money at this establishment with clearly, NO management, NO leadership, NO common courtesy and NO business being in the service industry. Just don’t go…HORRIBLE service.
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mary
Philadelphia
37 reviews
vip
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Local Gem. The kitchen is slow but the food was fantastic.
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Robert
New York City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent. Staff very efficient and caring. Owners are there and very welcoming. Great place for a quiet Sunday evening pizza. The pizzas are excellent!
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Jack
New York City
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A great experience with a cooperative staff and a very good chef. Cannot recommend it highly enough.
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FAQs

1920 Bar and Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 212-8922.

1920 Bar and Bistro is rated 3.6 stars by 82 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

2 Wilton Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851-4540

Additional information

Cross street
Wilton Avenue and Cross Street
Neighborhood
East Norwalk
Hours of operation
Brunch Daily 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Italian, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Salvadore
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.1920barandbistro.com/
Phone number
(203) 212-8922
Catering
Indulge in global-inspired flavors crafted by Chef Salvadore, who prepares personalized menus designed to delight and inspire guests using the freshest ingredients and seasonal produce. Chef Salvadore ensures a culinary experience that accommodates the unique needs of every individual guest.
Private party facilities
Our distinctive events venue is nestled within the historic confines of a former Hat Factory. Whether its an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, our space is perfectly suited for both. Our dedicated team is poised to craft bespoke menus and create unique and personalized experiences.

1920 Bar and Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Pasta Tuesdays with Chef Salvadore

Happy Hour - Hatter Piano Bar w/Zachary Anderson

The BEST Steak Night in Town

Menu

What 82 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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How is 1920 Bar and Bistro restaurant rated?

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