Restaurants near South Norwalk

“Had dinner following my daughter’s graduation and everything was nothing short of excellent. We were seated promptly by a very friendly hostess. Our server was great and on top of everything. We have allergies and he went above and beyond to review the menu ensuring our meal was perfect. Food was excellent!! We will definitely be going back and would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a great meal with superb service.”

“Everything is great but the almond croissans are sprecial! Go early for bread and almond croissants which go fast at this location. We enjoy picking up bread and treats at Sono's stand at the New Havens Farmer's market on Saturdays”

“We had a party for my husband’s birthday in one of the private rooms. The room was a perfect size for 25 people. The table was set beautifully! The room looked lovely and had a small walk out patio that opened the space. The staff could not have been nicer: very accommodating and respectful of all dietary needs. The food was excellent! The timing of the service was leisurely. We had an exceptionally good experience Nancy”

“Amazing place that really takes care of their customers!”

“Had a fun date night there with my wife. Super casual and a bit overwhelming for first timers. The waitress was great though and explained the process for us.

Food was very good and we easily ate enough for the price.”

“Awesome place; fantabulous menu with creative presentation….. above all a very cordial group who serve with a smile. The creativity in the creation of the drinks is mind blowing… I would eat here every day …”

“We love going to Baldanza for special occasions...or just a Sunday brunch! We had the most delicious appetizer and meal. The food is so fresh and beautifully prepared and served. Great service too.”

“very cool sustainable unique eco conscious fun place to gather , mingle , and enjoy”

“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!”

“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.”

“On top of all those accolades, they are also wonderful people”

“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.”

“Excellent food and service! Perfect before seeing a show at the Palace!”

“Everything! The staff is so helpful and knowledgeable!”

“The food was incredibly authentic, delicious, and truly satisfying. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. What made the experience even better was the outstanding service—the staff were exceptionally friendly, kind, and accommodating. Their warmth and attentiveness made the meal all the more enjoyable. Highly recommend!”

“love it .kind,friendly staff,GREAT specials,creative ,yummmy.(easy to park)”

“My girlfriend and I had dinner here tonight it was 5 star off the hook old school wonderful. Kyra was our bartender server ...it was so crowded at 9pm we had to sit at the bar but it was spectacular.

Service 5

Food 25

Owners appreciation 105

Loved it and will be back”

“Hudson Malone is our go to spot especially with our young kids. Jesus, Joe, Steve, the whole gang makes us feel so welcome and at home every time. No other restaurant around here is like this! They enjoy seeing us and our kids and we love seeing them! When we get a chance for a date night or a girls night, we love coming here too. The bar vibe is the best! We can always count on HM for a great meal, drinks, and great service.”

“WOW!!! These cookies are AMAZING!! Delicious, fresh, and huge!!! If you haven't tried these cookies , you are missing out on greatness!!!”

“💓 This place is so pink & so cute! The food, lattes & baked treats…so delicious! Highly recommend!”

“Great mediterranean place to grab a bite. The food was delicious, with top tier hospitality. The place was very clean, had good vibes and the owners almost knew everyone who walked in there, even greeted them by names - so definitely a local favorite. Hidden gem 💎
Would definitely visit again soon.”

“This is the best boba I’ve ever had! The staff is very respectful and friendly! When I had trouble picking my drink they gave me recommendations and explained the drinks.”

“Felizzzz lo recomiendo al 💯 una atención única 😄😄😄”

“Excellent food, people, service, and atmosphere. So good!”

“Great food, elegant interior, super respectful staff, perfect for a special occasion! Little over priced, that's the reason for not 5 stars, would give 4.5 if I could.”

“Teff has been cooking delicious, authentic Ethiopian food for years. They are consistent, affordable, and service is amazingly fast. Their downtown Stamford location makes them a convenient choice as well. Highly recommended!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars, only thing I would change is the hours. Wish they were open more!”

“Easily the best boba in the tristate area. They use the freshest ingredients and every flavor is perfection (I should know, since I've tried almost every one!) The owners are also incredibly kind and welcoming. Highly recommend supporting this local gem :)”

“Coals is a great restaurant! The food is absolutely amazing and right next to CT’s best gay bar Troupe429! If you’re looking for good food before a night out Coals is the place to go!”

“This was my first time trying this restaurant . The food was amazing and the people working there very friendly and the prices and amount of food was great I ordered Alexandrian Falafel dinner . This will be my go to place when visting Southport”