Restaurants in New Canaan

“Really great boba place in New Canaan!

Super friendly staff and flavors / selection are amazing. There is plenty of parking along the street and its location is great just off of the main walkable downtown area”

“Love this authentic Indian gem of a restaurant. Good Indian food that never disappoints. Their dosa and naans are delicious. Also enjoyed several of their vegetarian options. It never disappoints.”

“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.”

“Bar Vida is for sure my favorite smoothie/juice place in the Fairfield County area! I highly recommend their Malibu smoothie which is strawberry-based (I usually add peanut butter to mine) and their immunity juices/shots which are cold-pressed and homemade with lemon, ginger, cayenne pepper, and apple. Once you have Bar Vida it's hard to go back to any other smoothie/juice place!”

“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.”

“My wife and I had dinner at The Farmers Table. Service was great, the food was absolutely delicious. We had a wonderful dining experience here.. highly recommend this restaurant will be back for more!!!”

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

“Had the paella. Outstanding”

“Stopped in for a late lunch and had the most wonderful Reuben Sandwich, loads of meat and the best crisped bread ever. It was delicious along with the fries I ordered. Had the Cajun popcorn shrimp as an appetizer and they were incredible. Will definitely go back again.”

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

“Nice people and place people are lovely! Pizza is very expensive here!! They only do whole pizzas not slices but the food is great! Pizza is 22 and Cesar was 15!”

“This is one of my favorite places to eat. The food is terrific, the owner is a great guy, and the prices are reasonable. I love taking my family there. We can always have a healthy and delicious meal. If you have not been, your should definitely try it.”

“I placed my order on line and it was done within 10 minutes. I usually go in and order and the staff are always very pleasant and helpful. Best burgers in town 😍 thanks so much for fast & delicious food!”

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

“I came here with my boyfriend and my mom and aunt and the food was amazing !!! I had the best time the staff was amazing and the food was amazing! This is one of the best restaurants in town! It’s in a little bit of a hard to find area but it’s still a great place to go! I had the best first experience there and I can’t wait to go back again and see everyone and the place!!”

“The tall brunette byth with gold earrings is the most helpful, thoughtful and patient employee. She let me try as many flavors as I wanted and gave perfect scoops. To say I'm obsessed is an understatement. If she's not there neither am I!”

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

“The pastries are just delicious Not only do they taste fabulous they look fabulous I highly recommend this bakery if you want a treat”

“Always delicious and great staff”

“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.”

“Popped in with my daughter who screamed when she saw the gelato sign - she loved her authentic gelato, my affogato was the best I’ve had since Italy, and the croissants were fluffy & crispy, loved everything and will return!”

“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”

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

“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!”

“This is the best meal delivery service in Fairfield County. All their meals are clean, delicious, and makes our lives sooo much easier. Kinney never disappoints! We just wish they could deliver when we are on vacation! Highly recommend!”

“High quality coffee, always hot & super fresh. Also, excellent teas made with real ingredients. No artificial sweeteners. A must try!
Pastries are great, with gluten free options.”

“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 🌳..”

“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.”

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JOE'S PIZZA: A Dispatch from New Canaan

There is a particular pleasure, gentlemen, in a restaurant that refuses to be scheduled. Joe's Pizza, on Locust Avenue since 1967, does not keep a reliable calendar — you pass by, you notice the lights are on, and you understand this as an invitation not to be declined twice.

The place was opened by Neapolitan immigrants Giuseppe and Annunziata Colella, and it remains in the family's hands under their son Lorenzo. There is no design concept at work here, no curated atmosphere — only five decades of unbroken craft, the kind that quietly earns a town's loyalty rather than announcing itself for it.

The pie itself is worth the detour. I arrived expecting the familiar New York fold — thin, pliant, gone in two bites. Joe's builds something with more conviction: a thicker crust that holds its shape under its own weight, crisped to a snap that suggests coal even where none is used. It is the mark of a kitchen that has learned to earn its char through patience rather than equipment — closer in spirit to the heavier hand of a Bronx pizzeria than the delicate fold of a downtown slice shop.

The proof of a place done right is simple: I don't wait for the drive home. A slice or two disappears standing at the counter, still too hot to be sensible, before the rest of the pie ever reaches the car.

Verdict: Five stars, without hesitation. The hours are inconvenient by design, or perhaps by nature — either way, it's part of the charm. Catch it open, eat standing up, and take the rest with you. This is what a neighborhood pizzeria is meant to be.”

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

“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”

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

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

“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!!!!”

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

“Luis is an awesome waiter!”

“I think the Lombardi brothers have set a new standard in Italian dining within Fairfield County CT. The quality of food, atmosphere and service are all excellent! I wish them many years of success.”

“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.”

“The black forest cake was delicious. Well worth the visit for my wife's favorite cake in her birthday. I ordered about a day in advance. There was a slight wait when I picked up in the morning. It was the perfect excuse to treat myself to coffee and pastries.”

“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!”

“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”

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

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

“I had the absolute best time and experience here. Anessa was the absolute greatest and sweetest server that I have ever met. She had the brightest smile, great personality, very fast with getting our drinks and pastries out and went above and beyond to make our experience the absolute best it could be. I will definitely be back soon.”

“Great food and great service!”

“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.”