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29 Markle Ct, Bridgeport, CT

29 Markle Ct

4.8
4.8
130 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
29 Markle Ct. Restaurant & Lounge. Upscale New American restaurant & lounge, downtown Bridgeport CT. Focused on local ingredients and smoked methods of cooking. Exec Chef. @chefdamondaye

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Vegetarian, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–1:00 am

  • Phone number

    (203) 296-4761

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Chef Damon Daye

  • Neighborhood

    Bridgeport

  • Cross street

    State st

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    Bridgeport train station | Metro North

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

What 130 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York / Tri-State Area

    American

  • Connecticut

    Best Food

  • Connecticut

    Innovative

  • Connecticut

    American

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  1. NicholasC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Our server ghosted us, which is a bummer since we were celebrating a birthday and would've had so many more drinks. The food came out at different times so by the time I ate mine, it was pretty cold. Veggies on both dishes were cold. The place wasn't even half full (a Thursday night) and it felt a bit chaotic. At one point we had zero drinks... no water, no alcohol. I really want to support local businesses, but for the hefty price, the overall experience isn't worth it. The food was good, but bc of temp and timing issues... meh.
  2. StacyA

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was great and the customer service was top notch! The staff was very friendly and the chef even comes out to greet you! I had the braised ribs with grits and the chicken sandwich and everything was excellent.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. It was clear that the staff wanted this to be a personal experience, and it was. The food was fantastic, the service too-notch and the ambience has a low-key energetic vibe. Can’t wait to go back!
  4. JohnD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing! Customer service was extremely on point.. I will definitely be returning back.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner at 29 Markle Ct was a delightful experience. I am looking forward to going back!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed everything about 29 Markle Court. Our group shared a number of small plates to start: Ceasar salad, braised short ribs & polenta, fish tacos, and scallops. All the dishes were outstanding. For our main, we enjoyed the chow time cheeseburger, smoked KFC sandwich, salmon fillet and shrimp & grits and the gnocchi cacio e pepe.. Again, everything was delicious and well executed. You can't go wrong with any of them, although the gnocchi was the favorite. I have to mention the cocktails also. The smoked new fashion is creative and delicious. Sangria29 is one of the best Sangrias I've ever had. And the Paper Plane was delicious. What a fabulous restaurant...we'll be back
  7. DValH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is always excellent, fresh and flavorful. The staff is courteous and respectful while still making you feel like family. The aesthetic is upscale and the music was loud enough to hear but low enough to have a conversation without yelling across the table. I also love that the head chef comes out to introduce himself and checks to see if the guests are satisfied.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Great looking spot, unfortunately the food was not worth it, paid $27 for a half of chicken and 4 paper thin potato slices. My wife also had the shrimp and grits and they weren’t good.
  9. DamienB

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and atmosphere. A little noisy but a gem in the middle of Bridgeport!! Chef Damon is an a true artist and a great host!
  10. Amb323232

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique menu and cocktails! Everything made to perfection. Beautiful decor and wonderful staff. Absolutely going back!!!
  11. JesuinaM

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing meal! 2nd time back and did not disappoint
  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was our first experience at this restaurant, and we were dazzled by the charm, the quality of the food, the great attention of the staff with a terrific attitude, and the owner was very gracious and welcoming. Will definitely go back there again
  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Excellent but slow on service drinks must be because it was Cinco de mayo. Would go back again
  14. Richardd

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our second time and the food was great once again, great job!
  15. JerilynW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. We were celebrating several birthdays and everyone had a wonderful time.
  16. RebeccaH

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful from the service to the food, to the atmosphere! Would definitely recommend and plan on going back in the near future.
  17. Mab261

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal food & dope experience to say the least !!
  18. kaiserschmarrn

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    On rare occasions, one dines at a restaurant and has such a totally satisfying experience that one leaves with the feeling that nothing could be improved upon. Such was the case with our recent dinner at 29 Markle Court. Finding ourselves in Bridgeport last weekend, we decided to have dinner there on a quiet Sunday evening. We had read the very positive press and had been wanting to try it for ourselves. The restaurant lived up to its reputation in every way. From the friendly service, to the carefully crafted menu, to the absolutely exceptional food, to the warm personal reception we received from both the chef and the owner, our meal was everything one hopes for when dining out. Our four-course dinner consisted of the roasted glazed carrots and charred broccolini as appetizers, followed by sharing the gnocchi cacio e pepe, then salmon and halibut filets as our main courses, and vanilla gelato with poached asian pear (redolent with ginger) and a devil’s food chocolate cake for dessert. Every single bite of each dish was, in a word, perfect. Even the bread, which our server happily brought out when we asked to have something to mop up the amazing sauce on the gnocchi, was perfectly toasted and truly delicious. The restaurant has a comfortable neighborhood vibe, with simple decor and a laid-back, relaxed atmosphere. Prices are perhaps a tad higher than one might expect for Bridgeport, but entirely merited by the quality of the food. We look forward to returning and trying new dishes there. If you live in the area, this is a must try. And if you don't, this restaurant is definitely worth a trip.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Creative and delicious! The halibut was amazing. Top notch salads. Fried chicken sandwich so good Yummy crab cakes. Dramatic presentation of the cocktails. Love the champagne cocktail glasses. Super charming staff!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience with the best staff and atmosphere paired with delicious food and drinks.
  21. LiezaB

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    The food at 29 Markle is delicious, we love the eclectic menu. The service last night was definitely lacking, we waited over 30 minutes to get a drink. Our appetizer came out before my husband’s cocktail. We were told at the end of dinner that they were short a bartender. Things happen and everyone understands. It would have been a better experience if we had been told this much earlier on in the evening.
  22. LeslieR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and presentation was excellent. New restaurant. Service was a good, a little uneven but for a new restaurant everything was wonderful. Will be back.
  23. AudreyF

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food outstanding as always! Staff so friendly and food fresh and creative with good options for vegetarians.
  24. susang

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Need to work on their cosmo Sent it back once Should’ve sent it back ge 2nd time and ordered wine Will have to try a second time Very pricey dinners
  25. ZandD

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our second visit, and we were equally pleased with everything about this restaurant. The food, the attentiveness, the ambiance, but most off all.....THE FOOD. Just fabulous.
  26. JoeJ

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The menu make look simple, but not the flavors. Every bite was amazing, the chef and wait staff we out on the floor making sure every need was taken care of. Definitely will be a staple from now on.
  27. DianeS

    New England

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing meal and drinks. Loved the Shrimp and Grits and. The craft cocktails were perfect. We will be back. Wesley is amazing.
  28. GDB2

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent! We had wide variety of drinks enjoyed by all! The service was great! We will definitely return to 29 Markle!
  29. PaulP

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our 4th time dining at 29 Markle Court and it only improves. The ambience is comfortable and stylish, the staff extraordinarily friendly and knowledgeable and the cooking consistently delicious. It has few peers and should not be missed by anyone who truly savors exceptional cuisine.
  30. LB2U

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasant and enjoyable experience, whether dining or just drinks. The service is EXCELLENT and is only topped by the amazing menu and genuine personal attention received from the owner during every visit. 29 Markle is a long-awaited, desperately needed breath of fresh air for Bridgeport. Consider me forever a loyal patron!
  31. reenski

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Extremely accommodating staff & a superb meal & cocktails! The Halibut was perfect & Christina the bartender & Garfield our waiter were the best! Going back in a few weeks, can’t wait!
  32. JamesM

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    29 Markle was wonderful, the food exceptional and the service was friendly and fun, I highly reccommend.
  33. Davy

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Loved the vibe, the food , the art , the staff and the energy. A great first time experience and we're sure to be back with friends. Only drawback was the noise level - this could be addressed with modest changes to walls and/ or ceiling. All in all a great find and solid addition to our "where should we go for dinner?" list.
  34. MichaelD

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Great food and nice energy. Servers know the menu. Nice touch with chef and lead asking for comments. Hard to have conversations due to echos. Still, great experience and will be back for the great food.
  35. Ruby

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant. Swanky tone, great service and the food is a adventure for your mouth. Every course was a taste sensation.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was Great! Our waitress was very attentive.Food came out quickly too. The only complaint was one of the drinks we ordered was most juice. We will definitely be back!!
  37. AlanN

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    2 people in our group had the duck. I thought it was the best duck I have eaten in many years.
  38. cathyj

    New York Area

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great. Food quality was fantastic just a little pricey. Same for wine and drinks. Very interesting menu. We will be back!!
  39. maggiec

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food & service! Looking forward to our next night out at 29 Markle Ct!
  40. RobertM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The menu was varied with small plates sandwiches and entrees. We tried a lot of dishes and all were delicious. The wait staff was great and we particularly liked that the Chef came out to talk with us. Highly recommend and will definitely return

FAQs

29 Markle Ct is rated 4.8 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today
Google Map for 29 Markle Ct

29 Markle Ct, Bridgeport, CT 06604-4816

Additional information

  • Cross street

    State st

  • Neighborhood

    Bridgeport

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–1:00 am

  • Cuisines

    American, Vegetarian, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    Bridgeport train station | Metro North

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Chef Damon Daye

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

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