Harbor Lights

Name: Harbor Lights
Address: 82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT, United States, 06855
Telephone: (203) 866-3364
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

628 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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Harbor Lights is the premier seafood house located in East Norwalk, CT. Located on the Norwalk Harbor, it offers well-prepared, attractively presented and sophisticated fare. Open year round, the glassed-in terrace allows for a comfortably heated dining experience in the winter without losing the outside dining experience in the summer. Our long dock in front of the restaurant provides plenty of room for boaters to tie up for lunch or dinner, and the dining room affords fantastic sunset views. Harbor Lights has been bringing the fresh refined flavors of the Mediterranean to Diners in Fairfield County for over a decade. The Prime sunset seating and views of the Harbor, the breeze, the um-brella-bedecked outdoor patio, unparalleled service and incredible food make this waterfront spot hard to resist.

Please Note: We Do Not Guarantee Specific Tables. We Do Not Guarantee Waterfront, Window or Deck Seating.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Seafood, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:45 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:45 am–10:30 pm
Phone number
(203) 866-3364
Website
http://www.HarborLightsRestaurant-CT.Com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
We offer on site catering of up to 150 people. <br />
Private party facilities
Give your guests the ultimate New England Experience at Harbor Lights Restaurant. Our Private Events Team is committed to providing our guests with unrivaled food quality, au fait beverage service, and genuine hospitality. With the perfect waterfront backdrop for any event, the restaurant can be rented out in its entirety, or you may reserve one of our semi private areas. Our creative culinary team will design a personalized menu that best suits your needs and inspires your palate. Stunning waterfront views, attention to detail and focus on superior service makes Harbor Lights the desired destination for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, office parties, retirement celebrations, cocktail parties, holiday soirees, fundraisers, corporate events and more for up to 200 guests.
Private party contact
Chris: (203) 866-3364

Location
82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855
Neighborhood
East Norwalk
Cross street
East Avenue
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
10 minute walk from East Norwalk train station
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 628 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Connecticut
Good for groups
Connecticut
Great for scenic views
Connecticut
Seafood

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tckdp
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Julio our server was great, the crab cakes excellent, pork shop delicious & tiramisu was superb. Wife had the fish of the day with crabmeat which was excellent. Bottle of Malbec was nice & smooth
KD
KarenD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
It was by far the most expensive meal we had in a long time!
t
tckdp
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excelente comida, ambiente y trabajadores
LC
LisaC
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
4.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
My husband always enjoy going to Harbor Lights. The staff is warm and inviting, the ambiance is lovely and the food is very good. We were enjoying the Restaurant Week menu this time and the choices were lovely. Thank you!
t
tckdp
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, food & ambiance for our 27th wedding anniversary
PL
PLST
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Good place for lunch during the day so, you are able to enjoy the view.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great dining experience outside by the water on one of the last days possible before winter. Extraordinary food, service and ambiance on the water
EK
ErinK
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a lovely luncheon today overlooking the water. Peaceful and just what we were looking for. The food was amazing. The seafood here is so fresh! From the oysters to the clams to the lobster to the shrimp, whether it's on a salad or a raw bar situation or even soup, everything is amazingly delicious. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable. Cannot recommend more highly.
E
Elmotrip
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 28, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
I feel that I always get what you pay for at Harbor Lights. Whether it's the food, the drink and wine selections, the ambiance, the view or the service, it makes for a very satisfying lunch or dinner on the patio or in the dining room every time.
PL
PLST
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Outdoor dining by the water is very nice on warmer sunnier days. My husband and I had dinner here with another couple. The food was very nice although, the pricing on the menu is a little extreme especially, on the appetizers and soups. Overall, a nice experience.
K
Kittykim
Fort Lauderdale
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good location with a great view. The service were all wonderufl.
MK
MaryK
New York Area
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2022
overall1food2service1ambience4
The view is stunning however, the lack of service was astounding. I consider myself a pretty patient person so after waiting for my food for almost 40 min I asked the server to check on it (who I had to flag down) When I did finally receive my food it was cold. I would’ve let this slide however, after my food was finished and cleared I waited another 20 min before I actually had to get up and ask for my own bill. I understand being short handed, but being completely ignored was egregious for the price point.
M
Marisela
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Prices were high for a lunch.
MB
MissBitsy
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious dinner in a beautiful spot to celebrate the waning days of summer!
t
tony
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Exceptional service, responsive to every need. 3 appetizers and 2 entrees were excellent. Great experience
CM
CleosMom
New York Area
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Lovely view, attentive service, but food is pricey.
JR
JimR
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
It was nice. Only complaint was excessive sun inside. Food was solid. I recommend the lobster roll which was just about perfect.
CM
CholiM1
New York Area
62 reviews
vip
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
For those who eat outdoors on a summer night, the view and setting will be a delight. The delicious seafood completes the rest.
SQ
SnoozyQzee
New York Area
77 reviews
vip
5.0
77 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
A lovely birthday lunch out on the back deck with warm summer breezes and delicious lobster rolls. Relaxed, yet attentive service.
NN
NewNorwalker
New York Area
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Harbor Lights was great - - as usual. We come back time and time again.
SJ
SusanJ
New York Area
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2017
overall3food3service4ambience3
This was our first visit to Harbor Lights. It is a beautiful location right on the water but that seems to be most of what this restaurant has going for it. The accoustics were terrible. It is just one big room and it was very loud. I will say the servers were lovely and polite and gave us good service. We were there for Thanksgiving dinner. The appetizers our group ordered were fine but the turkey was awful. It was some of the driest turkey I’ve ever eaten. And no cranberry sauce or gravy to soften the blow. In addition, I thought $490 (including tip) for 5 people was pretty steep, even with 2 drinks each (for 4 of us - one person just had water). We will not be returning.
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like2dineout
New York Area
90 reviews
4.0
90 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food and service were very good. Reservation was for 4 people and when two of us arrived we were not told that the other two people were already seated. They found us at the bar waiting. Following that, the rest of the dining experience was very good. The next day I rec'd an email from Open Table telling me the restaurant had canceled our reservation because we had not shown up. I then sent Open Table a message to correct this, which they did, and I rec'd an email in return.
E
Ewak
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best experience ever. Delicious food, wonderful service and amazing view!
A
Annapolis
Baltimore
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a family celebration at Harbor Lights before Thanksgiving. Our party ordered the pear salad, a dozen blue point oysters, shrimp cocktail, the halibut, and the seafood stew. The kitchen also made a lovely vegetarian risotto at the request of the vegetarian in our group. Everything was delicious. We also ordered Malbec and Pinot Grigio and they were very good too.
P
Penny
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Harbor Lights never fails to please. The food is always delicious and the water views are delightful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved my entire experience. We had late reservations and were the only people there however, we did not feel rushed at all! The food was AMAZING!!! Definitely going back!
NN
NewNorwalker
New York Area
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Some of the best food around Fairfield County. Great ambiance and excellent food - - service is the best - - we love this place and return very often.
VV
VicVic
Denver
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went on a Tuesday night which was perfect as it was not crowded and my elderly mom and friend could hear! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect. Even got a bottle of wine 1/2 price, which was an added bonus. I recommend going during the week when it is quieter, unless you are looking for a busy atmosphere! Great service as well.
LE
LElli
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great find! Delicious food, beautiful view, & great service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
My friends and I had a super wonderful time. It was my birthday. The waiter was really nice and with his French accent, very sexy :). The food was outstanding. We just felt so comfortable. Then three desserts were brought out to celebrate by birthday. The fondant was delicious! It was just a great night overall. Thank you for making it special.
NN
NewNorwalker
New York Area
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been to Harbor Lights several times and have never been disappointed. The food is always excellent. The service is always professional and very nice. The location and ambiance is great. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone. It is truly a gem and I'm glad it is in Norwalk!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience5
We enjoyed our dinners very much. Would have liked some pre-dinner bread for the table - Maybe next time. Our server was helpful and very attentive. Lovely evening.
EL
EzraL
New York Area
96 reviews
vip
5.0
96 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2017
overall5food4service5ambience4
The food was great and the atmosphere inside is very nice. It’s in a great location, wish they had some lights on the water now that it gets dark so early because the view is wonderful. It’s been around a while but is very dependable in service and feeling updated. The food was extra good on Friday when we ate there. Thank you.
d
dfio
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
I like the view and the service, as well as good seafood and Greek specialties.
L
Lorna
New York Area
79 reviews
vip
4.0
79 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Been many times before!! Love it..great watching boats n water. Food always good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great view and service. Food was nicely presented and tasted super
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience5
I WENT THERE WITH MY WIFE FOR CELEBLATING OUR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY AND IT WAS VERY ENJYOABLE WITH NICE VIEW AND FOODS. GREEN SALADA'S DRESSING WAS FANTASTIC. I WILL COME AGAIN WITH MY KIDS SOON..
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
We planned on meeting friends visiting CT from CA and asked around for some good suggestions. Our neighbor recommended Harbor Lights so I made that suggestion to our friends. When I called her, she said that that was the restaurant that a friend of hers also recommended - so we decided to try it. It was wonderful! Food was great, the view was wonderful and the service was excellent. Will definitely go back again!
C
Christinam
Chicago
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2017
overall4food4service5ambience5
Beautiful spot. Good food. Nice people
KB
KimB
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
The restaurant has a pretty view of the waters since the dining area is all windows. They also have a nice outside patio. The food was vey good ... the key lime pie was the best I have ever tried...

FAQs

Harbor Lights is rated 4.8 stars by 628 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855

Additional information

Cross street
East Avenue
Neighborhood
East Norwalk
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:45 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:45 am–10:30 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
10 minute walk from East Norwalk train station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.HarborLightsRestaurant-CT.Com/
Phone number
(203) 866-3364
Catering
We offer on site catering of up to 150 people. <br />
Private party facilities
Give your guests the ultimate New England Experience at Harbor Lights Restaurant. Our Private Events Team is committed to providing our guests with unrivaled food quality, au fait beverage service, and genuine hospitality. With the perfect waterfront backdrop for any event, the restaurant can be rented out in its entirety, or you may reserve one of our semi private areas. Our creative culinary team will design a personalized menu that best suits your needs and inspires your palate. Stunning waterfront views, attention to detail and focus on superior service makes Harbor Lights the desired destination for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, office parties, retirement celebrations, cocktail parties, holiday soirees, fundraisers, corporate events and more for up to 200 guests.
Private party contact
Chris: (203) 866-3364

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