Restaurants in New Canaan

“Absolutely loved my visit here! The customer service was outstanding, everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I ordered the coconut matcha, and it was delicious. Perfectly balanced and refreshing. What really made the experience special were the nostalgic treats from childhood like the jelly sticks and Japanese rice crackers. It felt so authentic to the area, like a small taste of home. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re looking for great bubble tea and a warm, genuine vibe!”

“Tandoori Snapper = 😋 & 🔥. Beware, a bit more spicy than you might be expecting. Whooooooaaaoaa! It has a very nice flavor though, so you will keep smashing your face in pain. If not good with spicy, tell them light spice possibly. I would order again, just be prepared with extra ice.

We also had the butter chicken, that was very good. Not spicy. 😁”

“Barvida is a great spot for high-quality, healthy shakes. You can really taste the freshness in every drink, and it’s clear they use quality ingredients. The shakes are well-balanced, filling, and don’t feel overly sweet or artificial like a lot of places.

If you’re looking for a healthy option that still tastes amazing, Barvida is definitely worth checking out. Consistent quality, great flavors, and a place you can feel good about going back to.”

“This place is amazing, everyone works together, they are all happy working about, when i say work together i mean there's no barrier on to who is taking what table, if something needs to be done then it's done. The several times I've been there Freddy, Chris, Anthony, Ricardo, Juan, Jose, Nefty, Brian, Jennifer, William, and of Course DAvid! They all rock, they all work so hard and treat the guests well and make us all feel well at home.”

“Amazing wings !!! Pickles are yummy!!”

“Had the paella. Outstanding”

“Came here on a recommendation from a friend. Did not disappoint! Pizza was delicious, plus I picked up a chocolate chip cookie at the counter to go. One of the best cookies I've ever had! 10/10 highly recommend Dante's.”

“We hadn't made a reservation but Lucia was super accommodating. We love eating here as it has a bustling vibe, like a New York bistro. Food, as always outstanding and atmosphere first class. Cannot wait to return.”

“Delicious food from a great member of our community. Try it; 100% chance you'll be glad you did. New Canaan is so lucky to have Chef Prasad.”

“Cherry Street East is a wonderful spot for classic American food. They serve generous portions that are hearty and satisfying, and every dish feels made with care. The flavors are spot on, making it the perfect place whether you’re hungry for a casual bite or a full meal. What stood out most was the owner—so kind and genuinely welcoming—that made the whole experience feel like visiting a friend’s home. A place I’ll definitely be coming back to again and again!”

“Great sandwiches ,very friendly went there today ..can’t go wrong 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻”

“Amazing food, friendly staff, clean conscience. Highly recommend.”

“We’d flown across the continent from Vancouver to New York, and drove up from Midtown to New Canaan to see something quieter. The moment we parked on Elm Street, it felt like the right destination. The name might belong to old horror movies, but the street was nothing but calm. My wife called it “cute” about a thousand times, and she wasn’t wrong.

We walked the shops, stepped in and out of small storefronts, and followed a narrow back alley when hunger finally caught up with us. That’s how we found Back End — tucked away, sunny, and exactly where it needed to be. The November air was cold, but the day had a clear sky that made everything feel sharp and clean.

Service was friendly and quick. The room had an easy rhythm — warm decor, high stools, tight tables. A space used well. Fun without being loud, relaxed without slowing down. Sometimes you stumble onto a place that matches your mood perfectly. This was one of those.

We shared tacos, Nonna's meatballs, and chicken dumplings. Every plate landed. Simple dishes done right, seasoned with confidence. Nothing heavy, nothing forced — the kind of food that keeps a conversation moving and a day on track.

Back End fit the afternoon. A hidden spot in a quiet town, found by accident on a long trip. The kind of place you remember because it met you exactly where you were.”

“Always delicious and great staff”

“I don’t think I can ever eat a regular hot dog again after having the Farmers Dog. I’m not even a vegetarian and that was the most amazing thing I ever tasted! K town fries were insane too!”

“Hands down the best ice cream ever! It’s creamy and delicious yet not too heavy! I only go for ice cream at Van Leeuwen since no other ice cream satisfies my dessert craving like it!”

“It's like being in Italy and eating authentic gelato with EVERY visit to Gelatissimo Artisan Gelato in New Canaan! Grazie Nuccia!”

“Amazing place !!! Sonny the owner is very kind and friendly 😊👌🏼I highly recommend this place, the frozen yogurt so delicious. 👍🏼 Love it 😍”

“Very nice Italian restaurant with a friendly staff. Food was well prepared with a varied menu. It had a neighborhood vibe and was a comfortable easy relaxed feel.”

“Everything I had here was really good. Everything from the guacamole to the cheesesteak. My only wish is that they served the waffle fries with everything! Great uplifting atmosphere as well.”

“The food was delicious, service was great too! Really good drinks 🍹”

“Really enjoyed our first time there. Can’t wait to come back and try more food!!!”

“Got the black bean salad, unbelievably flavourful. It is a little expensive and does take awhile to be made but the serving size is generous and leaves you very satisfied”

“Around CT & NY Elm reliably holds its place with Pound Ridge, L’escale, Skittleman, Union League, plus honesty the coolest professional staff, blessed to have Elm 🌳..”

“This has consistently been the best pizza around for decades! They're always trying new things without sacrificing any of their original high quality pizzas or entrees. Check em out if you haven't already!”

“So happy to have this location in Fairfield. It’s delicious and VEGAN!!! Went with friends visiting and we were blown away at how attentive and accommodating the manager, Brandon was. Just for that and also the amazing healthy food I’m now a customer!!!!”

“My favorite soup around! All the other items on the menu are great too but I really love the soup. The portion is very generous which I appreciate. Highly recommend!”

“We go there multiple times per week. Eggplant parm, chicken francese, shrimp scampi. All amazing.”

“BEST PIZZA SLICE AROUND. Great Prices, and super fast.

Vegetarian options: Has vegetarian and vegan substitutes.

Parking: Has a lot of parking around the restaurant.”

“Superb in-house roasted coffees, wonderful staff, comfortable setting. ...And the only place to be on C&C Sundays!”

“Went with my son (his birthday ) and his girlfriend . The food was great, atmosphere was friendly and Ching's owner took real good care of us. Wonderful evening. Next time going for just appetizers (Dim Sum) and Tsingtao”

“Delicious 😋 very good attention, excellent food, the delicious desserts”

“Good good choices. Blueberry muffin was amazing. Great latte too”

“Wow, I never thought I’d live to see the day when I’d taste something so delightful! At 82 years old, I walked into Gofer Ice Cream, unsure what to expect. My good friend Andrew liebau insisted I try a “banana split”—said I’d been missing out all my life. Well, I’ll be darned if he wasn’t right.

The handsome young man behind the counter was patient as I squinted at the flavors, though I had no idea what “cookie dough” or “rocky road” meant. In the end, I picked vanilla—simple, safe. But the moment that first spoonful melted on my tongue, I understood why folks go on about this treat. It was creamy, sweet, and softer than I imagined, like a little cloud of happiness.

I sat by the window, savoring every bite, watching children run by with their cones dripping in the sun. Maybe I waited too long to have ice cream, but I can tell you this—it won’t be my last time. Five stars, with all the joy of a new discovery”

“The opera cake is my favorite thing there after trying every cake, but the seven layer, tiramisu, and carrot cake are also so so good!!! The baguettes are incredible, the cookies are amazing, I have not had one thing from Patisserie Salzburg that hasn’t been spectacular😙😙”

“The renovations here look amazing! Same great food, as always. Highly recommend their lemonade and the cranberry orange scone is to die for! Also enjoy their chicken salad sandwich. Never miss a chance to grab something from Connecticut Muffin

Vegetarian options: Many options for vegetarians!

Dietary restrictions: Accommodating to food restrictions

Parking: Street parking is usually available. If not, parking lots are available

Kid-friendliness: Kid-friendly good choices

Wheelchair accessibility: Seems to be accessible”

“Always use convenient drive-thru service. Well situated store, easily accessible. Service quality is subject to today's life complexity. Too many available food options coupled with speediness often causes ordering errors.Dunkin' needs to fix this! Maybe have window server quickly review your order before placing? Starbucks uses real-time display screen as order is given... so customer "helps" server correct errors!”

“Usually this is a 5 star experience, but it smelled like dirty mop in there yesterday. Outside was perfect and I LOVE the wireless charging. Hopefully it was a one day thing.”

“Great food and great service!”

“Great little spot.. excellent food and service! Owner Gus is the best!!😀😀👍”

“10 out of 10 would recommend. Went with the whole family. We were all very happy with our food and that’s hard to say with how picky our little ones are. All the staff were super kind and helpful. Everything looks amazing there. I can’t be the only one that eyes down the food as it comes out of the kitchen 🤷🏼‍♂️. I went with the Ram Smash Burger and it was cooked to perfection. Thanks Gates. See ya next time.”