Restaurants in Norwalk
Best Restaurants
American • $$
Barbecue • $$
“Highly recommend! Alaskan King Crab Legs were soo excellent, and so flavorful. I might be in love with our waiter, too!”
Southern • $$
“This was my first time dining at this restaurant, and it definitely won’t be my last. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our waiter, Pedro, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, which made ordering easy and enjoyable. The food was absolutely delicious—every dish exceeded expectations. I also appreciated that the manager was walking around, checking in and greeting guests—it gave the whole place a warm, welcoming vibe. I highly recommend this restaurant! It’s popular, so it’s best to make a reservation in advance.”
Brewery • $$
“Perfect for an outdoor private party or to relax inside at the bar with friends. My favorite drink was a Ginger Mule - mine was ordered non-alcoholic and made for a refreshing drink!”
Latin American • $$
“Excellent food, people, service, and atmosphere. So good!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Italian • $$$
“We had multiple events at the Watershed hotel and Siena Norwalk (part of hotel) during the weekend of June 13 - June 15 2025, all associated with my daughter’s wedding. Brandon specifically, but also his entire team, were absolutely amazing with incredible customer service. On Friday, we had a large group of 75+/- at the rooftop patio/bar. Even with the rain threatening, Brandon was patient and waited until last minute before we were able to make a decision to have it outside. It all worked out great thanks to him and team. On Saturday, the team hosted 100+ people at Siena and the bartenders kept all happy with quick service and the served pizzas kept all nice and full. Finally, Brandon and team assisted with a great breakfast set-up. Anything that popped up over the weekend was handled professionally and easily by the team. Highly recommend Siena and the Watershed for any events with many people. Great attention to detail and communication was perfect.”
Seafood • $$$
“First and foremost, I RARELY give any restaurant five stars. This restaurant earned their five stars; food, service, atmosphere all hit the mark! The food is absolutely delicious. I'm a seafood lover and I must say it's the BEST seafood restaurant I've ever been to. Everything I ate was very fresh and the kitchen definitely know what they're doing. Calamari was crispy on the outside and tender inside. It comes with buffalo sauce, lemon aioli and bamu sauce which is a spicy thin Asian sauce. Clam chowder was creamy, had the usual bacon, clams and celery and garnished with a clam on the shell; great touch if you ask me. The spicy tuna tartare was my favorite thing I ate. It came with papadum chips that were light and crispy (better than potato chips!). The tuna tartare had the right amount of spice that didn't overpower your tastebuds but it let you know you were eating fresh, delicious tuna. The cucumbers added a very refreshing touch to the dish and I loved the wasabi aioli! The hot lobster roll was perfect. Coleslaw was delicious. The steamers are always messy to eat but worth it! I had a mini seafood feast and I was super satisfied leaving the restaurant. I usually finish a good meal with dessert but I had no room. There's always a next visit for that! I didn't try my son's cheeseburger because I strictly wanted seafood but it was cooked medium just how we asked and he said it was delicious. My son is a picky eater so if he says it's good, it's good. Ambiance is very nice. There's indoor and outdoor seating. If you're a sun lover you'd love to be outdoors with the sun shining on you while you dine with a great view of the water and boats. Inside had nice nautical decor. They had a nice bar area with lots of drinks. Our server, MJ, was amazing. He was very attentive to all our needs. It was our first time eating here and we will return because of MJ and the amazing food. Our cups were always full and finished dishes cleared away. I appreciate servers like MJ because it elevates the dining experience. Great food can only get you so far but hard workers like MJ truly magnify a great experience. The restaurant was super packed. They have valet parking and I honestly thought we would wait forever but we didn't. We got in right away and our food promptly came out. MJ made sure we got the food in the order we wanted and we didn't feel rushed or ignored. Again, this is why I'm giving them five stars! If you love seafood, great service and a beautiful view, check them out.”
Restaurants with Delivery
American • $$
“I’ve been to Greer twice now. First for dinner summer of 2024 and for brunch last week. My partner had celiacs so we need to be careful about cross contamination with gluten. The first time we went was a great experience. The server was knowledgeable and made us confident in his and the kitchen’s understanding of our allergy restrictions and the food was very good. This made the experience we had last weekend much more of a disappointment. We called ahead to ensure that there were safe gluten free options on the brunch menu and had a good idea of what we planned to order as a result but as is our usual practice we still asked our server when he greeted us to verify that we were ordering safely. He unfortunately didn’t have a good understanding of the menu or allergens so he had to check with kitchen staff (again this is proper practice and I’d always prefer they ask to be sure than risk glutening us). He didn’t return to take our food order for over 20 minutes and appeared to forget about us as he tended to other tables. When he finally returned he had forgotten to ask and had to go to the back again. We weren’t in a rush so we would have happily sipped our coffees while we waited but the cappuccino and latte we were served were undrinkable. I don’t know if the espresso machine was malfunctioning or the person who made it wasn’t familiar with it but it was very watery and stale with no foam on my cappuccino. We asked to change them out for regular drip coffee which tasted great so that was the right move. We ordered a starter and entrees and everything dropped at our table at once at varying temperatures. By this point it was starting to get busy but it was still disappointing after such a long wait. We let our server know our frustration and he was apologetic and absolutely made it right but it was a stark decline in experience from our first visit so I’m giving them the benefit of the doubt that it was just an off day but I’m not sure we will be back for brunch because the gf options were limited. The pimento cheese is delicious!
Dietary restrictions: Some gluten free options but the staff was not very knowledgeable about celiacs and the fryer is not gluten free.”
Cheesesteaks • $
“The food was delicious and the service was top notch. Amanda was so friendly and welcoming. We stopped by on our way home from Cape Cod as first timers and will be lifelong customers from now on. 100% recommend!”
Coffee Shops • $
“very cool sustainable unique eco conscious fun place to gather , mingle , and enjoy”
Coffee & Tea • $
“This is my new favorite caffe! The sandwiches are incredible, they have a great coffee and tea selection, they have pastries, AND they have gelato! Everything is so good, and the ambiance is amazing. The staff are all incredibly kind and attentive, too. I love this place, 5 stars for sure.”
American • $
“love it .kind,friendly staff,GREAT specials,creative ,yummmy.(easy to park)”
Southern • $$
“This was my first time dining at this restaurant, and it definitely won’t be my last. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our waiter, Pedro, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, which made ordering easy and enjoyable. The food was absolutely delicious—every dish exceeded expectations. I also appreciated that the manager was walking around, checking in and greeting guests—it gave the whole place a warm, welcoming vibe. I highly recommend this restaurant! It’s popular, so it’s best to make a reservation in advance.”
Barbecue • $$
“Highly recommend! Alaskan King Crab Legs were soo excellent, and so flavorful. I might be in love with our waiter, too!”
Bakery • $
“WOW!!! These cookies are AMAZING!! Delicious, fresh, and huge!!! If you haven't tried these cookies , you are missing out on greatness!!!”
Brewery • $$
“Perfect for an outdoor private party or to relax inside at the bar with friends. My favorite drink was a Ginger Mule - mine was ordered non-alcoholic and made for a refreshing drink!”
Latin American • $$
“Excellent food, people, service, and atmosphere. So good!”
Caribbean • $
“Y’all… I wish I could make this review as loaded as my plate! I ordered the oxtails with rice and peas, plantains, mixed veggies, and mac and cheese. Babyyy every bite was giving soul and intention.
Let’s start with the oxtails…fall-off-the-bone tender, smothered in a rich, savory gravy that had chunks of potatoes and carrots soaking up all that goodness. Straight comfort in a box. The sides? Whew. The plantains were sweet and caramelized just right. The veggies? Not an afterthought! They were seasoned and still had a nice bite. The rice and peas were dangerously addictive.
But let’s talk about that mac. A lot of folks claim their mac and cheese is it, but this one? No debate. Whoever’s in the back made it with love and a mission. Creamy, cheesy, and baked just right. Top-tier. One of my favorite restaurant macs in a long time. Don’t play with them! They know flavor here!”
Deli • $
“Very nice deli!! Food is good, fresh, reasonable & the staff is friendly. Charlie was awesome he greets his customers aa they come in. The food is put together not thrown together. I will be back.”
Italian • $$$
“We had multiple events at the Watershed hotel and Siena Norwalk (part of hotel) during the weekend of June 13 - June 15 2025, all associated with my daughter’s wedding. Brandon specifically, but also his entire team, were absolutely amazing with incredible customer service. On Friday, we had a large group of 75+/- at the rooftop patio/bar. Even with the rain threatening, Brandon was patient and waited until last minute before we were able to make a decision to have it outside. It all worked out great thanks to him and team. On Saturday, the team hosted 100+ people at Siena and the bartenders kept all happy with quick service and the served pizzas kept all nice and full. Finally, Brandon and team assisted with a great breakfast set-up. Anything that popped up over the weekend was handled professionally and easily by the team. Highly recommend Siena and the Watershed for any events with many people. Great attention to detail and communication was perfect.”
Venezuelan • $
“We go here nearly every time we are in Norwalk. Love their arroz con pollo. All the food is actually amazingly delicious. My favorite drink is their sangria to the point they prep it for me when I walk in. Kind service. They feel like family.”
Beer Gardens • $$
“Threw a birthday party for 25 here, and everything went off without a hitch. Jackie was very responsive and informative in planning, and they took good care of us all throughout the evening. Will go back.”
Georgian • $$
“Let me tell you about this place!!! I am Georgian but married to American , my family loves my food but when we had the Georgian traditional salad my husband looked at me like he was eating something heavenly!!! The Megrelian stile Cheese bread is the best thing you ever eat !! Sooo good!! The Khinkali the soup dumplings so delicious, just make sure you drink all the juice it’s best part!! We had such a great experience and will be back very soon. The service was excellent!!! Highly recommended, 10 out of 10!!”
Online Reservation Available
Seafood • $$$
“First and foremost, I RARELY give any restaurant five stars. This restaurant earned their five stars; food, service, atmosphere all hit the mark! The food is absolutely delicious. I'm a seafood lover and I must say it's the BEST seafood restaurant I've ever been to. Everything I ate was very fresh and the kitchen definitely know what they're doing. Calamari was crispy on the outside and tender inside. It comes with buffalo sauce, lemon aioli and bamu sauce which is a spicy thin Asian sauce. Clam chowder was creamy, had the usual bacon, clams and celery and garnished with a clam on the shell; great touch if you ask me. The spicy tuna tartare was my favorite thing I ate. It came with papadum chips that were light and crispy (better than potato chips!). The tuna tartare had the right amount of spice that didn't overpower your tastebuds but it let you know you were eating fresh, delicious tuna. The cucumbers added a very refreshing touch to the dish and I loved the wasabi aioli! The hot lobster roll was perfect. Coleslaw was delicious. The steamers are always messy to eat but worth it! I had a mini seafood feast and I was super satisfied leaving the restaurant. I usually finish a good meal with dessert but I had no room. There's always a next visit for that! I didn't try my son's cheeseburger because I strictly wanted seafood but it was cooked medium just how we asked and he said it was delicious. My son is a picky eater so if he says it's good, it's good. Ambiance is very nice. There's indoor and outdoor seating. If you're a sun lover you'd love to be outdoors with the sun shining on you while you dine with a great view of the water and boats. Inside had nice nautical decor. They had a nice bar area with lots of drinks. Our server, MJ, was amazing. He was very attentive to all our needs. It was our first time eating here and we will return because of MJ and the amazing food. Our cups were always full and finished dishes cleared away. I appreciate servers like MJ because it elevates the dining experience. Great food can only get you so far but hard workers like MJ truly magnify a great experience. The restaurant was super packed. They have valet parking and I honestly thought we would wait forever but we didn't. We got in right away and our food promptly came out. MJ made sure we got the food in the order we wanted and we didn't feel rushed or ignored. Again, this is why I'm giving them five stars! If you love seafood, great service and a beautiful view, check them out.”
Italian • $$$
“What an amazing experience! The food is delicious, our waiter was super attentive and offered some very tasty recommendations. We visited for Dinner, it was a little hectic and we didn’t have reservations but the waiter and hostess (which happens to be the owner) made us feel special, and even addressed us by our names. We had the chicken parm with fettuccine pesto, the swordfish (DELICIOUS) and the artichokes florets - everything was amazing!!!! What called my attention to the restaurant is the name, as my daughter’s name is Josie, they made her feel so special (THANK YOU) .. We will definitely be visiting again to try their sandwiches!!!”
Beer Gardens • $$
“Threw a birthday party for 25 here, and everything went off without a hitch. Jackie was very responsive and informative in planning, and they took good care of us all throughout the evening. Will go back.”
Georgian • $$
“Let me tell you about this place!!! I am Georgian but married to American , my family loves my food but when we had the Georgian traditional salad my husband looked at me like he was eating something heavenly!!! The Megrelian stile Cheese bread is the best thing you ever eat !! Sooo good!! The Khinkali the soup dumplings so delicious, just make sure you drink all the juice it’s best part!! We had such a great experience and will be back very soon. The service was excellent!!! Highly recommended, 10 out of 10!!”
Irish Pub • $$
“Here for the 25th anniversary of Saint Baldrich’s foundation! Great time!”
Indian • $
“The guy running the place always has a smile on his face. I’ve tried all the Indian places nearby and this is so far the most authentic and reasonably priced! Would highly recommend”
Bar • $$
“Always a good time here. BJ & Keith have created a fun and friendly atmosphere here. Bartenders and Servers are always on point and provide the best service. Try a Carlarita…you won’t be disappointed”
Ramen • $$
“Great healthy food very friendly great atmosphere authentic Japanese food the Roman chicken was amazing ❤️❤️❤️ recommend it big time”
Greek • $$
“Had different events they go above and beyond to make it perfect highly recommended”
Asian Fusion • $$
“We love coming to this place. The food is not only delicious but of good quality. the place feels like home: dumplings, hot soups and those fried buns for dessert… 🍜 🥟 😋 Even when the place is packed, it’s worth the wait!”
Recommended
“Don't let the name fool you, Taco Guy offers first rate food, cocktails, and service. Try the shrimp ceviche tostada with a delicious margarita. Can't be beat!”
24 Hour Restaurants
Coffee Shops • $
“Fast friendly and efficient. They had everything ready including my sandwich before I even paid! Very minimal conversation, but that was a good thing for this time in the morning. Just saying it so you don’t walk in expecting to have one. As far as Sunday morning pick-me-up coffee goes? 10/10.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Nice place to have both of best hot and cold, tried new strawberry pink and jamaican walnut fudge ice-cream was amazing, Baskin Robin's has good varieties of ice-creams.And friendly staff is added value.And all you can also get it as drive through also.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Easy_on_easy_off from exit 16 of i_95 (Connecticut turnpike), drive thru available but no outdoor seating. Plenty of parking on the side and in the rear of the building. There is a dairy queen counter inside this location. The inside space is cozy, comfy and good for groups or for dining alone. Male and female restrooms available inside.”
Coffee Shops • $
“The manager( named- junior) at this Dunkin' location is fantastic! They are professional, approachable, and ensure the team delivers excellent service. It’s clear they care about both the staff and the customers, creating a welcoming and efficient atmosphere. Great leadership makes all the difference—kudos to the manager and the entire team!”
Fast Food • $
“I think the breakfast has hit bottom. Employees delivered to the table. The place was clean, which is now rare. I won't go back for breakfast but would for other meals.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Dunkin's incorporation of an ice cream store offers a diverse menu and maintains high-quality products, providing an enjoyable experience with a variety of coffee and ice cream choices. The service is efficient, and the location is convenient. However, the merger has led to cramped space, particularly noticeable on a rainy day visit when the indoor entrance was wet and unmonitored, posing a slip hazard. Although the issue was reported to a staff member, the slow response to this safety concern could be risky, highlighting a need for better safety measures to enhance the overall customer experience at this dual-function location.”
New American • $$
“Fantastic food in a great atmosphere, I wish more people would come here and enjoy. The service was super helpful and nice, but slightly slow when it got busy. I can't wait to come back and have some more tasty dishes!”
Irish Pub • $$
“Here for the 25th anniversary of Saint Baldrich’s foundation! Great time!”
Takeout Restaurants
Asian Fusion • $$
“We love coming to this place. The food is not only delicious but of good quality. the place feels like home: dumplings, hot soups and those fried buns for dessert… 🍜 🥟 😋 Even when the place is packed, it’s worth the wait!”
Coffee & Tea • $
“So my teenage daughter and her friends found this place and she's been hooked for their tacos. She brought me and it was amazing spot. Chips and beans was amazing, no salsa is hits different. Food presentation was perfect and great amount of meet.”
Pizza • $
“As usual amazing pizza and garlic knots and friendly service. We'll definitely be back. #1 🍕.”
Thai • $
“The food is genuine and delicious and the dining area is lovely. Lots of great duck dishes, too! Will definitely go back!”
Cafe • $
“Great way to spend an afternoon. The food at the Cafe is amazing, staff there is friendly and knowledgeable. Art space is gorgeous!”
Bakery • $
“Great bagels, minutes old always soft fresh! Bacon egg over easy with Swiss on toasted onion bagel is my weekend favorite. !!! Took my friends there now there all loyal patrons! There food and service is always exceptional.! Come early it gets busy or call ahead .Try it once , I know you’ll be back.!!!!👍👍👍🤙”
Greek • $$
“The food is Very tasty. Having takeout & sitting outside reminded us of our travels to Greece, especially Mykanos. Our next time we.will dine in. The food portions are abundant & delicious”
American • $
“We came from Maine for the Soundside music festival and stayed in Norwalk. We ate here twice while in town for the weekend! We left our credit card on accident the first night and they held it for us! We’d forgotten coffee creamer for our air BnB so we asked the bar tender if we could buy a cup of cream. He gave it to us! Melissa was our waitress and she was great! Super friendly and great service. Over all AMAZING food and service!!! If we ever travel to Norwalk again we will definitely be back for some grub!”
Greek • $$
“The food is Very tasty. Having takeout & sitting outside reminded us of our travels to Greece, especially Mykanos. Our next time we.will dine in. The food portions are abundant & delicious”
Mexican • $$
“Food was very good. Service was excellent. Disappointing was the salsa and chips. Very very cheap on the portion and the salsa is served in little plastic cups.”
Bar • $$
“Always a good time here. BJ & Keith have created a fun and friendly atmosphere here. Bartenders and Servers are always on point and provide the best service. Try a Carlarita…you won’t be disappointed”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Halal • $
“This was an A-mazing Halal joint I stumbled upon while getting gas today and will be coming back! The lamb and chicken was robust with a subtle lasting burn experience on your tongue! I am seriously enjoying this gyro...sober!
The staff were great and real guava juice!
A all around!”
Italian • $
“We tried their pizza for the first time. Ordered a margarita pizza. It was delicious and unbelievably fresh and the dough was incredible. We’ve tried most pizza places in our area. This was definitely the best”
Mediterranean • $
“Delicious food at a great price! This is a great fast-casual option for SoNo.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“The lemon sorbet is amazing. It’s a favorite in the Town Clerks office. Thanks Frank!!! Congrats!!!”
Fast Food • $
“Visited the Middletown ct restaurant. Clean , professional and outstanding southern chicken. The manger was awesome and was very friendly.”
Breakfast • $
“The Donuts are tremendous, but unfortunately the employees here lack customer service skills. More than once I've waited in line for 15-20 minutes and not even be greeted...... No good......”
Wine Bar • $$$$
“Wonderful cuisine by Chef Ben Freemole ! The place is delightful, the perfect escape after a busy day in the city. Will be back!!”
Bakery • $$
“Ordered a Birthday Cake for my granddaughter and it was delicious. I will be trying more things from here.”
Filipino • $
“We got the Ube cake for my birthday and got really good comments from the people who have tried it — including me and my husband. The icing is not too sweet and the cake is moist!”
Coffee Shops • $
“Our go too breakfast stop when returning from the city. Great coffee, baked goods and breakfast and lunch menu. Lovely staff and service.”
Spanish • $$
“Muy buen servicio, y una comida muy excelente lo recomiendo al 💯”
Seafood • $$
“Staff was incredible at a very crowded event, will definitely come back to try the foods.”
Greek • $
“Truly Greek catered an event I attended this week, and the food was outstanding! The hummus was delicious and the lentils were fantastic! I'll definitely be ordering from them again!”
Barbecue • $
“Amazingly good food! My husband and I were in Norwalk, CT for a wedding and the following day we were looking for a "brunch" place before heading back to Middletown, CT. Did a Google search and saw the reviews for Herb's Place. While it wasn't the sit down we were thinking of, I'm really glad we went. The food was SO good! We'll definitely go back if we're ever in that area again.”
American • $
“Great selection of breakfast options. Highly recommend the avocado toast. Also they make amazing espresso and great coffee
Parking: Somewhat limited parking but still pretty easy”
Ramen • $$
“Great healthy food very friendly great atmosphere authentic Japanese food the Roman chicken was amazing ❤️❤️❤️ recommend it big time”
Italian • $$$
“What an amazing experience! The food is delicious, our waiter was super attentive and offered some very tasty recommendations. We visited for Dinner, it was a little hectic and we didn’t have reservations but the waiter and hostess (which happens to be the owner) made us feel special, and even addressed us by our names. We had the chicken parm with fettuccine pesto, the swordfish (DELICIOUS) and the artichokes florets - everything was amazing!!!! What called my attention to the restaurant is the name, as my daughter’s name is Josie, they made her feel so special (THANK YOU) .. We will definitely be visiting again to try their sandwiches!!!”
Peruvian • $$
“The owner Raul is an absolute treasure. You can taste and feel the passion he puts into the food, the atmosphere, and the service. Prices are surprisingly low for the freshness and quality. Highly recommend the empanadas and fish ceviche. 10 stars.”
Cheap Eats
Thai • $
“esencial buen servicio para todos y los exclusivos platos gourmet, delicious del lugar”
Mexican • $
“been going to this food truck for years now! My go to taco spot in all of the east coast lol!! every time I’m at a different spot I say “el aztecas tacos are juicier” . Truly the best tacos and cemitas around !”
Deli • $
“Giacomo's just catered for us at stop and shop and all I can say is awesome!!! not only was the food great the customer service was exceptional!!! will definitely be using them again!!!!!”
Pizza • $
“Such a great place with excellent pizza! Super cool atmosphere, very nice staff. Very accommodating for dietary restrictions. Corrected an order that Uber Eats messed up (Uber eats failed to pass through all of the dietary restrictions) at no cost”
Brazilian • $
“meu sonho maravilhoso tempero paladar tudo de bom em breve estarei ai”
Bakery • $
“Angela Topi took the time from her busy day and treated us to the most wonderful variety of delicious store baked delicacies including the scrumptious chocolate covered cream puff❤️ May I also add my husband (who cant tolerate gluten) has no issues with Wave Hills miche? Incredible! We recommend Wave Hill Breads for all of your baked good needs ❤️”
Chinese • $
“Excellent food! I picked up hot and sour soup, an egg roll and shrimp and broccoli today. The soup was excellent with a spicy kick. The egg roll was so crispy but not greasy. The jumbo shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was just right. The best I’ve had in a long time!”
Indian • $
“Food was delicious, would come back again. Staff was also very friendly throughout visit👍🏽”
Mexican • $
“My family has been going to Los Poblanos for years. First when they had a restaurant and now the food truck. You can't keep them away. The owners are the sweetest and the food is delicious every time. Highly highly recommend them if you want truly authentic and amazing Mexican food.”
Deli • $
“This is the best spot for lunch. i grew up in the restaurant business and it’s hard to find a place that has great food. This place is the best for lunch in Norwalk. Great size portions. Great flavors. Very friendly owners and staff.”
Greek • $$
“Had different events they go above and beyond to make it perfect highly recommended”
Modern European • $$$
“Fantastic food in a great atmosphere, I wish more people would come here and enjoy. The service was super helpful and nice, but slightly slow when it got busy. I can't wait to come back and have some more tasty dishes!”
New American • $$
“I love this place so much. It’s probably my favorite restaurant in Norwalk. My whole family dined there regularly. My kids love it. The food and drinks are great, service is always excellent. It’s clean and the atmosphere is relaxing. The only thing I wish would be some new options on the menu.”
Bar • $$
“This place is truly a gem. The staff is warm, they treat you like family. The food is always on point, their burgers are made to perfection. I love it here!
Kid-friendliness: The outdoor seating is enclosed, the kids love to play while we dine.”
Haitian • $$
“I had a very good surprise yesterday Finally a DECENT Haitian take out place w(small seating area/VERY CLEAN *** food was was very good / THE Best little Haitian place in the area /came from Stamford / I hope the community will support them”
Italian • $$
“The best in Norwalk for sure, great ambience, food & service is A+”
Italian • $$
“This place is wonderful, Nino is wonderful and really makes sure your dining experience is the best it can be. The food is amazing too! Most authentic Italian I think I’ve ever had”
Spanish • $$
“Muy buen servicio, y una comida muy excelente lo recomiendo al 💯”
Seafood • $$
“Staff was incredible at a very crowded event, will definitely come back to try the foods.”
Food Trucks • $$
“Staff was amazing and food was fantastic!”
American • $$$
“Party of four. Everything from apps to Coffee was delicious. Highly recommend.”
American • $$
“Stopped by this quaint little bar before a show, and the bartender immediately recognized my Streetlight Manifesto hat. she even played one of their songs on the speakers, which was an awesome gesture. Staff were super friendly, and the burger and fries were excellent. Great vibe all around.”
Pizza • $$
“This restaurant is truly a hidden gem, offering an unforgettable dining experience in a beautiful, inviting setting. The pasta dishes are made with the freshest ingredients, bursting with flavor and crafted with the perfect balance of textures. Each pizza is a masterpiece—crispy, perfectly charred crust topped with savory, high-quality ingredients that transport you straight to Italy. And don't even get me started on the desserts—they're the perfect finale to an incredible meal, with treats like creamy tiramisu and rich chocolate desserts that will leave you craving more.”
Asian Fusion • $$
“Taproot catered our wedding last year, and it was absolutely amazing!!! We knew we wanted them from the start and actually picked our wedding date based on their availability. Greatest and easiest decision ever. Everyone at the wedding, including the vendors and staff working the event, said it was the best food they had ever had. Taproot never disappoints! Thank you, Jeff & Steph!!!”
Noodles • $$
“I ordered the Pho King and it was super delicious!!! The broth was flavorful and seasoned, the beef was tender, and the vegetables and noodles were cooked perfectly. All the flavors came together to make a superb bowl of comfort. A shout out to the server, CHUCK, who answered my questions and provided thoughtful recommendations. I'm bringing family and friends next time!!!”
Burrito • $$
“Staff is absolutely super friendly and customer service oriented!!! They had me hooked after the first time I went....Amazing first impression and now I am a quite frequent customer ( I'm om the road for work most of the time) !!! I super appreciate you guys and is def money well spent. Great food!!! Great portions!!! Great price!!! Great service!!!”
Wine Bar • $$$$
“Wonderful cuisine by Chef Ben Freemole ! The place is delightful, the perfect escape after a busy day in the city. Will be back!!”
Indian • $$
“Excellent food and friendly service. Goat curry was very tasty!”
Venezuelan • $$
“Everything I had was amazing I will come back for my 3 rd time”
Peruvian • $$
“Had a great time with the live bands and Karaoke, and the food it’s out of this world!! recommend this place 100%”
Salvadoran • $$
“Muy buen ambiente la atención y la comida no se diga bien delicioso 😋 y servicio con delibery 😋😋😋deli”
Wine Bar • $$
“TABLO HAS THE BEST PASSION FRUIT PISCO SOUR! THE BEST TREAT AT THE END OF THE WEEK! SEAFOOD IS ALWAYS FRESH AND BEAUTIFULLY PREPARED. AND THE ARUGULA PEAR SALAD A TREAT!”
Mexican • $$
“I came in on a weekday for lunch. The restaurant was very empty, which was nice. I ordered a steak burrito which comes with a side salad, a side of guacamole and a horchata. Complimentary chips and salsa were provided. The food and beverage were delicious. I would recommend this place and dine here again.”
Italian • $$
“I had a very nice meal tonight at Valentino's. I normally spend my monthly overnight for work in Stamford but decided to give Norwalk a try. Other then the price the meal was spectacular! Started off with some clams casino and the moved on to some veal saltambucca. Both were delicious but I couldn't afford do go here on a regular basis.”
Steak House • $$$
“Wonderful steakhouse with seafood options and old world charm. Wonderful service.”
Pizza • $$
“I really love this restaurant. I've been 3 times and they have been consistent with such friendly and attentive staff, their sauce is fantastic! I'm gluten free and am hooked on the pasta Primavera. My mom has had soup and salad, ravioli and penne and meatballs. Haven't been disappointed with anything. Sundays they have a great band from 12-3. We really have good things all around to say about it.
Parking: Big lot
Kid-friendliness: Many gluten free options”
Mexican • $$
“Last time I was in this building, it was Johns Diner; 30 years ago. The food was very good & tasty; portions were generous. The menus has quite a large and varied selection. The service was excellent. The owner who served us was very friendly. Parking was easy. Definitely coming back to try different things on the menu. Great meal!!”
Asian Fusion • $$
“I went in over christmas and they were very nice and friendly. I had the lobster and steak hibachi and it was delicious. It was ver clean and i enjoyed the meal.”
Wine Bar • $$$
“Wonderful cuisine by Chef Ben Freemole ! The place is delightful, the perfect escape after a busy day in the city. Will be back!!”
Peruvian • $$
“definitivamente me sorprendió mucho su ceviche 🤤. estuvo delicioso 😋.. recomendado”
Wine Bar • $$
“It’s the place to be! Great food, drinks, and atmosphere!”
Sushi • $$
“Kazu is the place to go for Sushi and Japanese cuisine in the Norwalk area. The fish is high quality and the staff and sushi chefs are top notch. The staff is super friendly and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Don't overlook the bar either! It doesn't matter if you're looking for lunch or dinner or just a quick snack and a drink they've got you covered. Rob and his staff are awesome.”
Health Food • $$
“Great food options for vegans. The area is a little intimidating and I felt the need to have my boyfriend protect our car while I waited for takeout. Owner is very sweet. Interior is adorable, quaint and the AC is working great on this 90 hot day!!”
Cafeteria • $$
“A lot better than the reviews. The food seems to mostly be sourced from local farms. The taco salad was ginormous and flavorful.This place is one of the best…museum cafes/restaurants. Which are typically overpriced and awful.”
American • $$
“Love the LA Fit wrap, of course on a habanero tortilla. Great soups, too. All around a great option for a quick lunch.”
Latin American • $$
“(Translated by Google) The only thing is the personal friendliness and for a good service they attend very satisfied(Original)El único es la amabilidad personal y por un buen servicio atienden muy satisfecho”
New American • $$
“We had a delicious date night dinner out at The Spread. We sat in the covered, heated outdoor dining space and the lighting and fireplace made it very cozy and enjoyable. The food was delicious - we ordered smaller plates to share. The service was very attentive, almost to a fault. The bus staff was very on top of filling our waters the second we took a sip and taking plates the moment the last bite was taken. There were many staff members in the outdoor space that we felt that we were being watched as we ate, and they were ready to pounce and clear the table as soon as we finished something. We did feel rushed, which was the only downfall of the meal.”
Pet Friendly • $$
“A cozy, quiet and atmospheric place, with live music ideal to spend time with friends and family.
The Coctails, pizza, and the lamb were my favorites.
The bartender, chefs, Ever and Natalia get 5 Stars.
Special thanks to Sarah and Vishal, i felt so welcome. The best owners.”
Mediterranean • $$
“it tastes good...it's fresh...just make sure the tables are clean...too bad , they don't have wines...!!!”
Guatemalan • $$
“My friends and I went to this bar/restaurant on Feb 28th. It had the nicest environment, and the bouncer was the sweetest person. He also did an amazing job keeping the atmosphere safe. The staff was lovely, and the music was awesome! Loved it and definitely recommend it.”
Italian • $$
“Wow ! Loved this restaurant’s food. We started with the bruschetta and fried calamari. Our friends had the clam casino. Everyone loved their food. It’s just classic Italian and the portions are generous. I loved my clam pasta with white sauce and my husband had the fradia vol pasta. His pasta was spicy but so delicious. Their tiramisu was one of the best I’ve ever had. Check out this spot!”
Mexican • $$
“We love coming to Rio Border Mexican Restaurant. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. The food is amazing although I noticed that the portions have gotten alot smaller. I will say this...they do make an awesome Margherita!”
Chinese • $$
“Nice place to dine in while at SoHo. Food was excellent. Some of the juiciest dumplings I have ever had. Szechuan pepper sauce chicken was excellent. Vegetables were perfectly stir fried.”
Seafood • $$
“Absolutely fantastic! Love this place - it’s a seafood place but their cheese burgers are amazing. Definitely recommend.”
Spanish • $$
“Love their Tapas, also the service was great at the Norwalk location!”
Chinese • $$
“The food is always great and service was exceptional. We ordered the wrong item for takeout, completely our fault, but we went back to pay for a new order of the correct thing and Kalif was so helpful and went above and beyond to make it another amazing experience! Looking forward to our next visit!”
American • $$
“Every time I’ve gone to pinstripes in the past, the food and service have been top notch! (Their food is soooo delicious!!) Now I will be having my wedding rehearsal dinner at Pinstripes, next week. Sal Murano, the event coordinator, has been so gracious and helpful and I can’t believe that his response time has been faster than fast - even though I’ve been calling him multiple times on his DAY OFF! I’m so excited for next week…I know everything will be amazing ❤️”
Japanese • $$
“Little Tokyo is a 10/10 experience! As someone who has gone for over 10 years and taken friends here many times, they all appreciate the quality and options available in such a hole in the wall spot.
Henry seems to get a lot of reviews complaining about his service, calling him aggressive or rude. This is simply not the case- it is a difference in culture and dialect that is misinterpreted. Henry know every regular he has and treats them like friends! If you expect someone to wait on you hand and foot... this is not the spot. If you want high quality, well priced, sushi then Little Tokyo is the place to go.”
Mexican • $$
“The food very bad.The waitress had attitude and I was very upset about the food and the restaurant was ok.They have karaoke but never come back.”
Hamburger • $$
“First experience last night , really great service, great food, would highly recommend!!”
Soul Food • $$
“Great food and service I'd give them a 10 I waited about a week to get in there.”
Peruvian • $$
“La comida es muy buena, el servicio al 100, la mesera que nos atendió es Yohana y la recomiendo deberían de tener mas personas como ella rápida y muy atenta a sus clientes eso me gusto mucho.”
Mexican • $$
“Delicious. Everything we ask for at a precise temperature. And the right flavor and point of salt. I really like the vegetarian food there, although I eat meat-based food. I give them all stars for the drinks too. And how can we forget the attention of the boy Jonathan with his kindness and cordiality, always ready and attentive to what we want.”
American • $$
“First time at this restaurant and we thoroughly enjoyed it. I wish that there was a rating between Very Good (4 stars) and Exceptional (5) as that might better capture my positive feelings. We were looking for an outside dining experience and this fit the bill. Food was really good as was the wine. On the main (but quaint) drag in Rowayton, this place is charming, especially if you are looking for a seaside (sound-side?) location and can't get a reservation at Rowayton Seafood. We'll be going back here.”
Seafood • $$$
“First time today. Enjoyed a delicious lobster roll. Service was great”
Cocktail Bar • $$
“Coming here on a nice spring, summer or fall day is a must!! The views are unbeatable- best is CT! You need to come for before sunset and then enjoy the nighttime vibes. Cocktails are delicious. And lots of times they have fun DJs playing chill edm music. Haven’t had much of the food but we love the chips and dip sampler as an appetizer with our drinks before dinner”
Sports Bar • $$
“Nice experience, the only bad thing is that you spend all your time standing because there are very few tables and if you want a table you have to buy a bottle of tequila to be able to have a table”
Latest Reviews
Pizza Delivery • $
“I’ve been coming here for 2 years and I’ve never been happier with their food and exceptional service. I love their new special me Ivan menu! Two of my favorite foods here in one place!!”
Dessert • $$
“I was extremely satisfied with the quality, prices and flavor. I bought my daughters custom birthday cake from here and the staff was very helpful and the cake was amazing!”
Greek • $
“Truly Greek catered an event I attended this week, and the food was outstanding! The hummus was delicious and the lentils were fantastic! I'll definitely be ordering from them again!”
“I grew up in the neighborhood back in the 80’s good times good memories. The market was was my main spot from ‘82-1990”
Pizza • $
“I ordered on line a dinner for a family who just lost a family member. First time using Norwalk Leonardos. The order was complete ,delivered on time good portions and as I am told very delicious I ordered: Hot wings Chicken Francaise and Chicken Scarpariello It came with pasta, salad and breadsticks All was absolutely delicious and enjoyed. It was a good experience . I would use Leonardos again. Thank you..”
Guatemalan • $
“Excelente comida centroamericana, el personal muy amable”
New American • $$
“With all of the beer it’s still very family friendly. Thank you!”
Haitian • $$
“I had a very good surprise yesterday Finally a DECENT Haitian take out place w(small seating area/VERY CLEAN *** food was was very good / THE Best little Haitian place in the area /came from Stamford / I hope the community will support them”
Mexican • $
“I had the Churasquito Chapin to go. It was fantastic. I held back from finishing it so I could have some the second day. It was just as good the next day. Love this place!”
Mexican • $$
“Last time I was in this building, it was Johns Diner; 30 years ago. The food was very good & tasty; portions were generous. The menus has quite a large and varied selection. The service was excellent. The owner who served us was very friendly. Parking was easy. Definitely coming back to try different things on the menu. Great meal!!”
Mexican • $$
“The food very bad.The waitress had attitude and I was very upset about the food and the restaurant was ok.They have karaoke but never come back.”
“My best friend and I came to this restaurant for the first time, this evening. First of all, I want to thank Bhanu Oli and his staff for their hospitality and warm welcome. Our dinner included the Everest Pickled Mushrooms which were amazing. Once we bit into the first bite our tastebuds had a burst of happiness- they are flavorful and just plain delicious!!! . If you like mushrooms you will definitely love this dish. We both had the Mix Vegetable Tarkari( Nepali Style- Vegan), Khyber Parantha, the sweet and mango lassi and Moong Dal Halwa for dessert. Delicious and perfectly balanced food! Taste of Everest has a very nice, relaxed atmosphere, wonderful food and exceptionally warm service. We enjoyed everything, that we even bought a gift certificate, to give to another friend and we will definitely be going back. You definitely need to give Taste of Everest a try- you will not be disappointed.”
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Halal • $
“This was an A-mazing Halal joint I stumbled upon while getting gas today and will be coming back! The lamb and chicken was robust with a subtle lasting burn experience on your tongue! I am seriously enjoying this gyro...sober!
The staff were great and real guava juice!
A all around!”
Cheesesteaks • $
“The food was delicious and the service was top notch. Amanda was so friendly and welcoming. We stopped by on our way home from Cape Cod as first timers and will be lifelong customers from now on. 100% recommend!”
Mexican • $
“We had a wonderful experience here! The food was amazing the quality of the food was outstanding, the lady working was very kind! She has a great personality and was very helpful with the menu she even gave me a few little pieces of plain chicken for my 9 month old! Amazing customer service will definitely be back!!!10/10 would recommend”
Fast Food • $
“Visited the Middletown ct restaurant. Clean , professional and outstanding southern chicken. The manger was awesome and was very friendly.”
Pizza • $
“Such a great place with excellent pizza! Super cool atmosphere, very nice staff. Very accommodating for dietary restrictions. Corrected an order that Uber Eats messed up (Uber eats failed to pass through all of the dietary restrictions) at no cost”
Fast Food • $
“90% of the time this place is on point, The best Chic file in 50 miles, food and customer service good, definitely way better than the one in Shelton, (Shelton I got food poison) better than onenear White Plains (they over cook, fry chicken and a little messy taking orders) better than one in Meriden, CT,”
Coffee & Tea • $
“This is my new favorite caffe! The sandwiches are incredible, they have a great coffee and tea selection, they have pastries, AND they have gelato! Everything is so good, and the ambiance is amazing. The staff are all incredibly kind and attentive, too. I love this place, 5 stars for sure.”
American • $
“love it .kind,friendly staff,GREAT specials,creative ,yummmy.(easy to park)”
Venezuelan • $
“We go here nearly every time we are in Norwalk. Love their arroz con pollo. All the food is actually amazingly delicious. My favorite drink is their sangria to the point they prep it for me when I walk in. Kind service. They feel like family.”
Hamburger • $
“Food: Burger was delicious, cooked perfectly, juicy and filling! Waffle fries are a must have side. Definitely felt like money well spent.
Service: My food was served fast and the employee’s and owner we’re very kind and polite.
Atmosphere: Restaurant was nice and simple, very quiet and clean. Offered seating inside and out.
Definitely my favorite Burger spot in Norwalk, I’ll be back!”
Coffee Shops • $
“very cool sustainable unique eco conscious fun place to gather , mingle , and enjoy”
“I’ve been to Greer twice now. First for dinner summer of 2024 and for brunch last week. My partner had celiacs so we need to be careful about cross contamination with gluten. The first time we went was a great experience. The server was knowledgeable and made us confident in his and the kitchen’s understanding of our allergy restrictions and the food was very good. This made the experience we had last weekend much more of a disappointment. We called ahead to ensure that there were safe gluten free options on the brunch menu and had a good idea of what we planned to order as a result but as is our usual practice we still asked our server when he greeted us to verify that we were ordering safely. He unfortunately didn’t have a good understanding of the menu or allergens so he had to check with kitchen staff (again this is proper practice and I’d always prefer they ask to be sure than risk glutening us). He didn’t return to take our food order for over 20 minutes and appeared to forget about us as he tended to other tables. When he finally returned he had forgotten to ask and had to go to the back again. We weren’t in a rush so we would have happily sipped our coffees while we waited but the cappuccino and latte we were served were undrinkable. I don’t know if the espresso machine was malfunctioning or the person who made it wasn’t familiar with it but it was very watery and stale with no foam on my cappuccino. We asked to change them out for regular drip coffee which tasted great so that was the right move. We ordered a starter and entrees and everything dropped at our table at once at varying temperatures. By this point it was starting to get busy but it was still disappointing after such a long wait. We let our server know our frustration and he was apologetic and absolutely made it right but it was a stark decline in experience from our first visit so I’m giving them the benefit of the doubt that it was just an off day but I’m not sure we will be back for brunch because the gf options were limited. The pimento cheese is delicious!
Dietary restrictions: Some gluten free options but the staff was not very knowledgeable about celiacs and the fryer is not gluten free.”