Best Casual Restaurants in Sandy Hook

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1. Nouveau Monde

4.7

Exceptional(738)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newtown

Booked 6 times today

Meaning "New World" in French, Nouveau Monde serves new American cuisine in a cozy and stylish atmosphere. Our menu celebrates seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, incorporating inspirations from a variety of global flavors. With multiple awards from Connecticut Magazine and Best of Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator, our award-winning wine list has more than 900 by the bottle. We feature a curated list of craft beer and spirits that pair well with our delicious food and convivial, approachable ambiance. Fine dining, relaxed atmosphere.

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2. Foundry Kitchen & Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(413)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Sandy Hook

Booked 7 times today

New American Restaurant and Tavern in Sandy Hook. Serving fresh, locally-sourced, worldly inspired cuisine and unique spirits. Join us for live music Saturday evenings and Sunday brunch.

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3. Taco Dia - Newtown

4.6

Exceptional(40)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Newtown

Booked 5 times today

Taco Dia is Newtown's newest hot spot! Located at exit 10 off of interstate 84. Featuring Tacos, Salads, Bowls, Burritos, Sandwiches and Small Plates. A large rectangular is the center piece offering a variety of freshly made Margaritas, Craft Cocktails, Beer, Mocktails and a Full Bar. Happy Hour Monday thru Friday 3pm - 6pm. Be sure to stop by to see all your favorite teams on Game Day!

4. Marygold's

4.3

Awesome(556)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Newtown

Booked 4 times today

Our menu and theme of the restaurant is inspired by taking classics and adding a modern flare. We renovated a classic American building with contemporary design inside. The menu is taken from classic recipes, sourced locally and given a twist. The items will be familiar yet distinct. You will find presentation to be clean and simple. Our beverage program is an experience in itself. Our historic bar will transport you back in time, and our bartenders will guide you on a journey of crafted cocktails, wines and draft beer. We consider ourselves "fine casual", a warm and welcoming atmosphere paired with fine dining and excellent service.

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5. Market Place Kitchen and Bar - Newtown

4.5

Awesome(179)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Newtown

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Market Place Kitchen & Bar, a new modern American restaurant, located in the heart of Newtown, CT. We celebrate and encourage Local, Organic, and Sustainability harvested food. Come in and enjoy yourself with friends, family and our wonderful staff. Be part of a progressive approach towards healthier and sustainable foods and restaurants in America.

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6. Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro

4.5

Awesome(602)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Newtown

Booked 4 times today

WINNER OF 52 CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE READERS CHOICE AWARDS since 2011, including: *** Best Italian and Best for Overall Excellence - Statewide ***For over 15 years, Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro offers up the taste of irresistible Italian dishes. The interior of the restaurant is warm and inviting and offers a touch of romance by candlelight at night. The atmosphere is polished casual and the staff are always on point and friendly. Sal e Pepe is accommodating to diner's preferences and offers vegetarian, gluten free choices and a kid's menu. The delectable dishes and enticing ambiance keep diners returning for more.

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7. Mercato Italian Kitchen and Bar - Southbury

4.4

Awesome(260)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southbury

Booked 8 times today

Mercato Italian Kitchen and Bar, located at 690 Main Street South is open daily at 11:30 a.m.The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and features a wide array of pasta, pizzas, salads, and specialty meals.Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar is the latest concept and restaurant for Market Hospitality Group (MHG). The interior of the restaurant is comprised of iron and custom glass, reclaimed barn wood and inviting booths to complete the industrial yet rustic feel. Enjoy fresh made individual pizzas cooked in our beautiful twin wood-burning ovens!

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8. Tambascios Italian Grill

4.6

Exceptional(48)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bethel

Booked 1 time today

Buon Giorno and welcome to Tambascio's Italian Grill, where you can enjoy a casual dinner in a warm, charming and friendly atmosphere. Discover a variety of fresh, delicious Italian dishes cooked to order by our chefs. Join us any night for our house specialties, which include Crispy Calamari, Veal Ravioli, Risotto, Fresh Fish, Unique Pastas and of course, Hand Cut Choice Steaks.

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9. Market Place Kitchen and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(124)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Woodbury

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Market Place Kitchen & Bar! We are a new Modern American Restaurant in the heart of Woodbury, CT, we are run by Executive Chef Matt DeLongis. We celebrate and encourage local, organic and sustainably harvested food and spirits. The interior of our space is compiled of sustainable and local materials, utilizing beautiful 300 year old barn wood from the Gurski Farm in Brookfield, CT. For three years in a row we were named Best Farm To Table Restaurant by the readers of the Waterbury Observer! We look forward to you trying our inventive, seasonally inspired cuisine and cocktails. Eat sustainably, live well, and enjoy your experience at Marketplace!

10. Osteria Romana

4.7

Exceptional(581)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Monroe

Booked 7 times today

"Brothers Graziano and Maurizio Ricci bring you traditional recipes from Rome, Italy. We specialize in homemade pasta, fish, veal, and chicken plates, in addition to imported Italian wines and unique Italian deserts.Our pasta, prepared daily in the restaurant, is a favorite for all of our customers. Our commitment to quality can be seen in our selection of the freshest ingredients from local producers and our attention to quality and detail. We at Osteria Romana pride ourselves in offering traditional Italian family recipes made with the finest ingredients.Every meal is prepared fresh upon order. The pasta, fish, chicken dishes are all delicious. Our specials are exciting. Modern twists on classic favorites, like our signature hand-made pasta with wild mushrooms and a brandy truffle sauce, are what keep customers coming back."

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Marita
Central and Western MA •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Favorite were the Cheese Plate and the Scottish Salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly, and presentation on all dishes was outstanding. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. The entire experience was very European, beautifully presented food, attention to detail. Service was timed perfectly.
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Nouveau MondePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newtown
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4.7
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John
New York City •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
Meal was good. Their food is always consistent. they surprised us with champagne for our anniversary. Quiet but we were there on a Monday night.
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Market Place Kitchen and Bar - NewtownPrice: Moderate• American• Newtown
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4.5
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Alissa
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Our third time in since moving to town and we couldn’t have been happier to tuck in for a quick, late-Sunday bite in this neighborhood gem. The service is always wonderful, and PLEASE get the street corn nachos.
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Foundry Kitchen & TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Sandy Hook
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4.7
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Jennifer
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 20, 2025
Great food and service. Love dining at Marygolds, they never disappoint.
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Marygold'sPrice: Very Expensive• American• Newtown
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4.3
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Michael
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Love this place. Great vibe. Great tacos and margs!
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Taco Dia - NewtownPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Newtown
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4.6

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