Restaurants near South Norwalk

“The best breads and delicious cakes/sweets! We recently had a big birthday party with an amazing birthday cake. Everyone raved about the cake!”

“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 …”

“Yesterday was an amazing birthday for me as I spent it at Greer Southern Table‼️ Beautiful experience and I loved it🥰 I love how Greer goes around each table and greets her guest with full conversations. My favorite dish was the monkey bread and the chicken was nice and crispy. I hope she whip up that yam sauce we talked about for those egg rolls lol. The place is nice and oh for the ladies who love mirrors she has that right next to the bathroom for pics lol. Thanks for a great birthday brunch💜”

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

“Super Deli! 💯recomendado! 👌🏽”

“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!”

“Went to The Clubhouse yesterday for Sunday football and lunch — what a great atmosphere! The food was delicious, the drinks were perfect, and the service was excellent. We watched the games on the HUGE screen TV, then had a blast playing darts and golf. After that, we headed up to the rooftop for a cocktail, which had such a great vibe. There’s so much to do, and everything—from the food to the fun—made it an amazing day. We’ll definitely be back!”

“My husband Mark and I met Doug at PJ Clark’s and went there for years. When he opened Hudson Malone, of course we went many times.! I then got sick (surgeries in 14 months, all good now!) ) and when I walked back in with my husband after almost two years, Doug saw us coming in, poured my favorite wine, took my hand and kissed it, and said ““Welcome Home Claudia”
The establishment is one sense of his excellence.. Humanity (no BS) is another. He’s the real deal! GO!
XOXO”

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

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

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

“Well worth the trip. Excellent banh mí sandwiches and delicious Vietnamese iced coffee.”

“There are places you stumble into for convenience, and then there are places that feel like they’ve been waiting for you all along—quietly perfecting their craft while the rest of the world argues about trends and fusion nonsense. Cinco de Mayo is the latter.

You smell it before you even sit down. Not the timid, sanitized version of “Mexican food” that gets paraded around strip malls—but the real deal. Warm corn tortillas hitting a flat-top. Meat sizzling with purpose. Cilantro and onion cutting through the air like a sharp knife. There’s a faint hum of spice—cumin, maybe a whisper of chili—hanging low, like it knows it belongs there. It doesn’t beg for your attention. It earns it.

The room itself? No pretension. No curated “aesthetic” dreamed up by someone who’s never eaten standing at a street cart. It’s alive. Conversations bounce off the walls. Plates clatter. There’s an easy rhythm to it all—like everyone in the room is in on the same secret: this is what it’s supposed to feel like. You don’t come here for ambiance in the Instagram sense. You come here because it feels honest.

And then—the tacos.

Simple. Dangerous word, “simple.” Because when something is this stripped down, there’s nowhere to hide. The tortilla is soft, fresh, doing exactly what it needs to do—nothing more, nothing less. The meat? Tender, deeply seasoned, the kind of flavor that doesn’t shout but lingers. You get that first bite and suddenly you’re not in Connecticut anymore—you’re somewhere louder, warmer, more alive. A squeeze of lime, maybe a hit of salsa if you’re feeling bold, and that’s it. No gimmicks. No distractions. Just balance.

You eat one, then another, then you stop counting because counting feels beside the point.

Five stars? Sure. But that doesn’t quite capture it. This isn’t about stars. It’s about walking in hungry and leaving with something that feels a little closer to satisfaction—real satisfaction, the kind that doesn’t need explaining”

“My husband and I recently hosted our baby shower for our first baby at Flinder's last weekend (3/21/26), and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. We hosted roughly 55 people and utilized the entire restaurant for our private event (restaurant buyout). From the onset, Ross and Eric (Mgr. + Assistant Mgr.) were incredibly friendly, responsive to all my questions via email, and agreed to meet not once, but TWICE in-person to ensure all details were accounted for, and that our requests would be accommodated. The event ran smoothly because of their professionalism and attention to detail. During the event, the kitchen, bar, and wait staff were incredibly attentive, kind, friendly, and honestly felt like part of the party the entire time. Our family and friends raved about the entire experience, including the service, the food, and the configuration of the space. We left smiling from ear-to-ear, and are incredibly grateful to everyone at Flinder's for helping to make our baby shower a great success!”

“This is a fantastic restaurant with a diverse menu. Helena was a lovely server. We accidentally forgot a bag at our table, and they were kind enough to have it ready for us when we returned.”

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

“Crazy King Burrito is an absolute gem! The atmosphere is amazing… so warm, vibrant, and incredibly family-friendly. It’s the kind of place where you instantly feel comfortable bringing kids or meeting up with friends.

Alberto truly went above and beyond with his service. He was so welcoming, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. That level of hospitality really makes a difference!

And the food… WOW. Everything was delicious, but the churros were the highlight—perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and just the right amount of sweetness.

We’ll definitely be coming back again soon!”

“This place is nothing short of amazing. We went on a recommendation of a friend for our wedding anniversary. As soon as we walked in we were treated like family. When they found out it was our anniversary they gave us a glass of champagne. The calamari was incredible. Not oily and so flavorful. The linguini fruit ti di mara was delicious. My wife had the special with clams and mussels and that too was delicious. They constantly checked on us and made us feel so welcome. For dessert we shared a Carrot cake and it was so fresh and delicious. We will definitely be back. Thank you making our anniversary special.”

“This particular review is a testament to Layla’s as a catering service. They’re everything you could ask for from a small business: great prices, incredible food, and a personal level of detail. JP was a pleasure to work with and we really impressed our guests when we told them this delicious and diverse platter we ordered was from Layla’s. I would 10/10 recommend them to others and do plan to use them again. Thanks again Layla’s team!”

“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.”

“Had a Celebration of Life for my husband here. Laurie is amazing! She took care of me and every last detail. She couldn’t have been any more accommodating. Everyone of my guests raved about the food . And the setting is beautiful. Highly recommend O’deens!”

“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”

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

“Second time having Ethiopian, first time having Eritrean cuisine.

Food was very delicious and thoroughly cooked!
The entree, tea and Ethiopian Coffee ice cream dessert were perfect!
The music playlist was perfectly curated and certainly created the ambience while dining.

The host Elena was very kind, patient and hospitable!

Efren was GREAT - took the time to explain the dishes and give great recommendations on how to combine dishes and pair them with the proper drink for an authentic Ethiopian dining experience.

The lady behind the bar was also very pleasant!

Will be spreading the word on this Stamford gem, and looking forward to returning again for another pleasant and delicious dinner!”

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

“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 :)”

“We visited the Greenwich location for the first time and we’re definitely going back!! Good was amazing! Service was excellent.. I would definitely recommend it!”

“Party of four. Everything from apps to Coffee was delicious. Highly recommend.”

“My husband and I had an incredible dining experience here. We ordered the lamb Rogan Josh, chicken Chettinad, and the meat sampler, and everything was absolutely amazing. The chicken kebabs were unbelievably tender and packed with flavor. Every dish was perfectly cooked and so satisfying. For dessert, we had the gulab jamun — so, so good and the perfect way to end the meal. On top of the amazing food and drinks, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. We can’t wait to go back!”