Best restaurants near me in East Norwalk, CT

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1. La plage

4.6

Exceptional(941)

Price: Moderate

• American • Westport

Booked 34 times today

La Plage is a waterfront casual restaurant & oyster bar showcasing a coastal cuisine focused on locally harvested seafood and shellfish, garden fresh produce and sustainable meats, served in a relaxed atmosphere with views of the Saugatuck river and Long Island sound.

2. Washington Prime

4.6

Exceptional(1138)

Price: Expensive

• American • South Norwalk

Booked 23 times today

Winner of Best Steak in Connecticut and top steakhouses in the U.S. by the Food Network, Washington Prime has the privilege of framing SoNo’s newest structure at the corner of Washington Street and Water Street. Adding to this historic and progressive waterside community, this highly anticipated Eating & Drinking Well is driven by a culinary and beverage program that is not about gimmicks - just honesty and creativity. No stranger to high impact restaurants, Washington Prime is brought to you by some of the area’s most dynamic restaurateurs. The land and sea menu is a bit of Americana with cross-cultural influences, the space is multi-dimensional and the attitude is left at the door. Here, we eat, we drink and we join in the fun.

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3. Terrain Cafe – Westport

4.6

Exceptional(2860)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 119 times today

Terrain’s greenhouse cafe offers seasonally inspired brunch and dinner menus, alongside a thoughtfully curated beverage program. Our dedicated culinary team works closely with purveyors to ethically source fresh, high-quality ingredients that lay the foundation for our nourishing dishes. Each cafe's unique and deliberately designed environment blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing an inspiring dining experience every time. Our Westport cafe offers a full-service bar featuring small bites, seasonal cocktails, and a robust yet approachable wine list.

4. Match

4.7

Exceptional(1498)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Norwalk

Booked 19 times today

A twenty three year veteran of South Norwalk’s dining scene, Match has earned its reputation as one of the state’s most consistent and award-winning restaurants with its global approach to New American cuisine led by chef/owner Matt Storch. Match has focused on retaining its loyal clientele as well as welcoming new guests by emphasizing high quality local ingredients, plate presentation and great service along with an award winning wine list. All of these elements come together in a radiant room that pulses with energy. Reservations recommended.

5. Oko Westport

4.7

Exceptional(762)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Westport

Booked 30 times today

OKO showcases Chef Brian Lewis' innovative take on traditional Japanese Food and Sushi in a lively and charming atmosphere.

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6. The Boathouse at Saugatuck Rowing Club

4.4

Awesome(767)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 13 times today

The Boathouse at Saugatuck is an exciting American seafood restaurant with panoramic views of the Saugatuck River. House in the Saugatuck Rowing Club, this Westport restaurant is situated on the second floor (elevator accessible) with indoor as well as limited outdoor dining on our covered deck and first floor water front terrace when weather permits.If you are not able to book on OpenTable, please call us at 203-227-3399 and depending upon availability, we may be able to accommodate you. We are limiting bookings to 90 minutes. If you are more than 15 minutes late your reservation is at risk. Please take travel time into account in order to be on time.We will make every attempt to honor reservation requests for our upstairs deck. However, due to limited seating outdoors, high demand and the ever changing weather, we cannot guarantee seating on the deck. Requesting "Outdoor Seating" on your OpenTable reservation does not guarantee a table is available at the time you request.

7. The Cottage

4.7

Exceptional(1602)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Westport

Booked 18 times today

THE COTTAGE, is a warm and welcoming new restaurant by Chef Brian Lewis, which embraces the local community and is greatly influenced by the artisan farmers and growers in our region. Chef Brian's creative take on American cooking offers an exciting menu of hand-crafted dishes, inspired by techniques and cultures from various regions around the globe. Our food, wine and signature cocktails are paired with gracious hospitality in a warm and cozy setting. We are deeply rooted in seasonality, focused on sourcing exceptional ingredients and creating a memorable experience for our guests.

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8. Zucca Gastrobar - Westport

4.5

Awesome(170)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Westport

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to Zucca Gastrobar! In addition to our handmade pastas and brick oven pizzas, our dishes are inspired by classic Italian ingredients and preparations. Our extensive menu holds something for everyone. From inspired small plates and antipasti boards featuring a selection of salumi and cheeses, to entrees made with free-range poultry, sustainable seafood, and all natural meats. Our large selection of vibrant salads are made with local organic greens and seasonal produce. Like many Italians, we believe that the best times are had over a glass of wine or an aperitivo. We offer an extensive wine by the glass selection as well as a comprehensive reserve bottle list, with varietals from Italy and beyond. Our craft cocktail menu offers classic drinks with a contemporary spin.

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9. Taproot - South Norwalk

4.7

Exceptional(164)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Norwalk

Booked 4 times today

Taproot is globally inspired and locally sourcedNominated for Connecticut’s Best restaurant by the Connecticut Restaurant Association, Taproot offers a chef driven menu with local ingredients in a down to earth setting.Chef-Driven. Local.

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10. Cheese and Bread - Norwalk

4.3

Awesome(9)

Price: Expensive

• Georgian • Norwalk

Booked 6 times today

Cheese & Bread: A Taste of Georgia in NorwalkCheese & Bread is a new casual neighborhood eatery specializing in authentic Georgian cuisine. We offer a unique dining experience with delicious food, a warm atmosphere, and live music.**Our menu features:*** **Traditional Georgian dishes:** Khachapuri (stuffed bread), khinkali (dumplings), kupati sausage, meat and fish kebabs, chakapuli veal stew, and ojakhuri fried potato with meat and onions.* **Full bar:** Beer, wine, and spirits, including an extensive Georgian wine list.* **Coffee bar:** Enjoy a coffee or tea throughout the day.* **Breakfast:** Starting in August.**We are located at 68 Washington Street in South Norwalk.****Come experience the taste of Georgia at Cheese & Bread!**