Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

Name: Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT
Address: 78 Southfield Ave., Stamford, CT, United States, 06902
Telephone: (203) 817-0700
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (1843)

$50 and over

American

78 Southfield Ave., Stamford, CT 06902

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2 people

May 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Dedicated to the expression of modern American cuisine, Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar is more than just a culinary adventure, it is a true experience. Guests can choose from an array of raw bar favorites, like blue point oysters, little neck clams, and lobster cocktail, along with Mizu Sushi, and steaks and chops like filet mignon and parmesan-crusted veal chop. For those with a sweet tooth, there are several dessert options, like New York style cheesecake, crème brûlée, and the crowd-favorite espresso martini – all served with complimentary water views, as both Prime locations are directly on the water with boat accessibility.

Sunday Brunch is offered weekly, with catering options also available.

Please note that reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome...allowing you the time to explore our entire property with spectacular waterfront views.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, Sushi
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 817-0700
Website
http://www.restaurantprime.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Julio Genao
Private party facilities
A private event at Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar in Stamford will offer your guests a unique setting, world class cuisine and a memorable dining experience. Whether your needs require anything from a waterfront elegant four course dinner to a casual Dockside cocktail party, Prime Stamford has you covered.

Location
78 Southfield Ave., Stamford, CT 06902
Neighborhood
Stamford
Cross street
Sunnyside Avenue
Parking details
Public Lot
Entertainment
Jazz brunch Sundays!Weekend Music outside on the decking the summer
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Clase Azul Premium Spirit Dinner
$200.00 per person
Prepaid
May 16, 2025 only
Join us for a one-night-only, culinary experience by the waterfront at Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar. Savor an ultra-premium five-course dinner, thoughtfully crafted by our acclaimed chef to complement an exceptional collection of tequila and mezcal from Clase Azul. Reserve your seat for this unforgettable evening of extraordinary flavors and fine spirits. Price is per person, plus tax and tip. Reservations for this dinner are available between 6:30pm and 9:30pm. Visit RestaurantPrime.com to view the full menu.
$115 3-Course Father's Day Prix Fixe
Jun 15, 2025 only
Join us this Father's Day for a superior dining experience featuring your favorite Prime steaks, seafood, and sushi — including delectable brunch selections all-day-long and live music until 3pm. Our Father's Day Menu is available from 10:30am to 8:00pm and is $115++ per adult, with alcohol available à la carte. All pricing is plus tax and gratuity. Please note that our regular menu will be unavailable on Father's Day. Menu & pricing for children 2-11 upon request. We require a credit card to hold your reservation. There will be a $50/pp charge for cancellations / no-shows less than 48 hours in advance.

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What 1,843 people are saying

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connecticut
Great for scenic views
Fairfield
Great for scenic views
Fairfield
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar in Stamford, CT, offers a "great experience" with "excellent food and service." It's perfect for special occasions with its "beautiful location" and "gorgeous waterfront setting." Diners rave about the "friendly and professional staff," and "amazing" ambiance, making it a "must" visit in CT.

1,843 Reviews

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Eric VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You cannot beat the ambiance and setting of Prime on a perfect Spring day for a special occasion! The live band was great. We had great service by Julia and Jesus. The cocktails from the bar were great, (a special thanks for the delicious paper planes) and the kitchen executed the special Mother's day menu perfectly. Thanks to Diego the manager for stopping by and saying hi. Prime is our go-to destination for us for special occasions. Keep up the great work!
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Derek VIP
Connecticut11 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I had a party of 5. At $125 per head plus cocktails and wine, this was going to be a $1200 bill. Not cheap even for Mother's Day. I asked twice during the previous 2 days to be seated with a view. I have been to Prime many times and do understand that it is not easy to seat everyone with the view. BUT... it is possible to arrange it ahead of time if they want to. We were not!! What was annoying, is the attitude of the "greeting" staff. This was a busy day, but there was absolutely no welcome. The attitude was surly when I asked to be seated by the window, or with any type of view. Having travelled all over the world, used to dining out while also enjoying our own culinary delights at home there is one thing that I notice at restaurants with a long success story... the service and hospitality is excellent. No longer so at Prime Stamford. We have choice and Prime wont be ours any longer.
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Andrea VIP
West Palm Beach112 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Service was super slow. Mother’s Day price fix menu was outrageously expensive for the choices they were offering and they ran out of two of the three desert choices. A poor showing for a restaurant we typically love.
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Elaine VIP
New York City46 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great food , gorgeous setting waterfront! One of my favorite restaurants, never disappoints!
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Robert VIP
New York City56 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Anytime we're in Stamford we try to hit up Prime. The food and service is the best!
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Theresa VIP
New York City54 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Their attention to detail and customer service is the best you can have.
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John
Philadelphia7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food and fantastic service all set in a beautiful location. Great place to celebrate a birthday.
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Jorge
Connecticut1 review
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was an amazing experience! Very clean and neat, the staff very friendly and professional, and the food was delicious!
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tina
Philadelphia11 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is always busy and rightfully so. Excellent service and excellent food.
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Linda VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Prime is a must if you’re in CT! The food, the service the view all are 10/10!!
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FAQs

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 817-0700.

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT is rated 4.7 stars by 1843 OpenTable diners.

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.