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Artisan

4.8
4.8
1443 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Artisan serves New England inspired farm to table cuisine. Located adjacent to the new Delamar Southport hotel, Artisan sets itself apart by offering a menu and an environment that is both refined and relaxed.

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 29 times today

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  • Order online

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (203) 307-4222

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Frederic Kieffer

  • Private party facilities

    Artisan has two areas of its restaurant, one of which is the Main Dining Room and the other being the Tavern, complete with a wood burning stove and lounge. Artisan also has a private dining room called the Copper Room. This space can accommodate up to 10 guests.

  • Private party contact

    Ashley D. Douglass, Sales Mana: (203) 307-4220

  • Neighborhood

    Southport

  • Cross street

    Rennell Drive

  • Parking details

    Artisan offers Valet parking for all dining guests. There is an above ground parking lot beside the restaurant patio and there is a large underground parking lot off of Rennell drive in Southport. Guests may also choose to park on the sides of Rennel Drive or walk in from the center of Southport village.

  • Public transit

    Located within walking distance from the Southport Metro-North train station, right off of Route #1 (Boston Post Road)

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,443 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were outstanding this was our first visit and we expect to return.
  2. CarlM

    Atlantic City

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a nice evening at Artisan like we usually do. We found this gem in a NE trip about 6 years ago and we come up now spend the night at the hotel. We had cheese, strip steak, chicken, cheesecake, almond cake all amazing.
  3. Paris

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yesterday, we had a lot of fun at your restaurant. It was my friend's first time too.
  4. LynnF

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We have dined at Artisan in the past and have always enjoyed it. The food was, as usual, delicious, and the service was impeccable. However, the prices have become astronomical as in an additional two dollars to have a martini Neat. Who charges $2 to serve a drink without ice? Three scallops on a bed of risotto was $46. Exorbitant. As lovely as an experience as it was, we felt taken advantage of and will not be rushing back. Good crusty bread, though.
  5. EleanorP

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    The food at Artisan is consistently excellent and the market menu is a good value. The restaurant is cozy, pleasant and quiet due to it's location away from any traffic noise -- even outdoors. My one minor complaint is with the service. The servers are all knowledgeable about the menu and we were served water and drinks quickly, the food took quite a while to be served. It is refreshing not to feel like you're being hustled out, but it's frustrating if you are hungry! We spent nearly three hours having lunch yesterday.
  6. BusinessTraveller50

    New York Area

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Excellent service, local fish selection was weak, but that was unusual. Good variety, the duck was excellent.
  7. Robert

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Artisan is pricey but very good. My only complaint about Artisan is directed at other diners, the slobs who think that t-shirts, ripped jeans and sneakers are acceptable attire for a fine restaurant.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and service was great! I will definitely come again.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were out celebrating our engagement with my boss and his wife. The staff was extremely nice and accommodating. From changing our seats to the center booth to surprising us with “Congratulation” written on our dessert plates. I’d absolutely recommend trying this beautiful and delicious restaurant.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Sydney

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service from Sean at the bar
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was outstanding.
  12. AngelicaC

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Was at your restaurant for a luncheon with a close friend. The perfect spot. Service outstanding, food very good and relaxing atmosphere to catch up. We both will be back. Thank you.
  13. MVGM

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    It was busier than usual so took longer to be served than usual but it was ok. Most of time no problem.
  14. BostonPlace

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Customer wine lunch. Often have family and business lunches and dinners there.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    London

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it . Highly recommended
  16. Firsttimeattheshore

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience. We sat in the enclosed heated pergola. Nice ambiance. The food was excellent. We had the roasted quail which was really good, it was tender and moist. My wife had the shrimp Fradiavlo which was really good, nice spice level to it. I had the lamb chops which was delicious. Service was excellent. Would definitely recommend it.
  17. AnneC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is consistently delicious and very creative. I feel pampered with the service. The staff is friendly attentive and also gives me space. Beautful setting relaxed chic vibe. Just love it
  18. SailKnot

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We had a very enjoyable evening. The service and food were very good.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    The service and food was outstanding! My only minor complaint is that we were seated in an enclosed patio with heaters. One of the heaters was aimed at my head and I felt uncomfortably warm during the entire meal. I asked if the heater could be turned down, but unfortunately nothing could be done. I eat at Artisan frequently and this experience was an anomaly. Artisan is one of my favorite local restaurants. I believe it is one of the best restaurants in the area.
  20. JoanP

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentine’s Day
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Probably one of the best meme ever had in there
  22. Susiecue655

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Four women got together for the first time without their husbands. It was perfect. Perfect place, good food lovely ambiance.
  23. Cole

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing always! Artisan never disappoints! We ate at the bar where two brilliant gentlemen assisted us. We ordered a modestly priced bottle of bubbles, the grilled calamari, the salmon, and scallops.. all delicious! Chocolate cake and an espresso martini ended the evening and we existed full and happy! Until next time..
  24. MaryFS

    London

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday It was lovely! The food was good, service & ambiance.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Sydney

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome lunch as usual The food is consistently amazing Beautiful atmosphere A plus service
  26. huntermusic

    New York Area

    110 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Over the years I have been to Artisan many times. The restaurant always seems to able to evolve so it never feels the same or "old," or "as expected." Last night was no exception. The wine list has evolved, the menu has new choices. I wouldn't call it a "value menu" but the dinner we had was luxurious and yet fairly priced. But the most outstanding part of the evening was the service. All the staff was quick to help, but also understood our requests effortlessly. Even a broken glass on the floor at the next table was quickly dealt with and the Maitre'D stood by to make sure no one stepped on any of the glass. I wish many of the other CT restaurants had service staffs that were as sharp. We both ordered steak but we had two different kinds, a nice menu touch. One was hanger steak w sauce, one was NY Strip. Our potatoes were delicious, We skipped dessert but had a whisky from the very nice list. A perfect winter evening.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for a girls dinner. Great vibe, service, food and cocktails. Will definitely be back.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely unforgettable meal at Artisan. Service was excellent and every single food item was outstanding!
  29. CourtneyC

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the reviews are hit or miss but we had a great experience. went on a Tuesday night for a quiet dinner to celebrate a birthday and absolutely loved it!! the steak on their normal menu was fantastic, desserts were 1000/10. We loved the oysters from new brunswick too. Solid selection of cocktails, wines, liquors. It was over $450 for 3 people though, so would only do on a special occasion.
  30. BusinessTraveller50

    New York Area

    39 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    As a regular, the Saturday evening service was very inattentive ( unusual) and the main courses ( duck breast was over cooked and dry) and the sea bass was just OK . Maybe better to go on week nights.
  31. DAE1

    New England

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant. Food is well prepared and staff are very efficient
  32. Debra

    New York Area

    102 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    102 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff is impeccable. The food is amazing. You want for nothing when you go to Artisan.
  33. Debra

    New York Area

    102 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    102 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous as always
  34. KateF

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cozy ambience. Delicious food. Knowledgeable and helpful service.
  35. Francis

    New York Area

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A. Wonderful. Restaurant. Everything was amazing the food is excellent and the service. Is wonderful the staff is. Great. My. Family. Loved it. . Great job keep up the good work . See very soon
  36. ChrisK

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Overall I would recommend Artisan. We were seated in the bar area not the main dining room and our table was a bit close to the bar itself so at times it felt cramped but never a problem and while the was a good vibe and ambient noise we had no trouble hearing at the table. The service was solid but cocktails took some time to arrive. Entrees were liked by everyone and the menu had good variety. Desserts were really good. I’m definitely going to go back and try again hopefully in the main dining area next.
  37. JohnN

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall2food1service2ambience5
    Here is the review I posted on google reviews, 12/15: This comment pertains only to one lunch (though on a Saturday for a 2:15 reservation, they referred to it as brunch). I have dined at Artisan at least a dozen times, and have always found it to be very good and, in the case of the Thanksgiving prix fixe meal, outstanding. I had two entrees and one desert: crab cakes with poached eggs and hollandaise sauce, and a lobster roll. First, the bottled water they serve, regardless of time of day, is awful. I don't recall the name, but it actually has a bitter taste, as if it has a tablet of aspirin dissolved in it. Why they don't serve Saratoga or San Pellegrino is beyond me. Second, I am a crab cake aficionado (I make my own on occasion) and these were tasteless. The eggs and sauce decimated whatever flavor the may have had and at $29, it was not much better than diner food. Third, it's hard to screw up lobster, but they manage to do so. They small amount of lobster in a hot dog roll was made from frozen meat; in this case, apparently very old meat. The amount of lobster is very small and what there is is nearly tasteless. How a restaurant in a New England state can serve such bland seafood is a puzzle. It was combined with a large amount of salad---I suppose to offset the small roll. An attempt at trompe L'oeil I suppose. It didn't work. Last, the chocolate mousse dessert was very good. However, it didn't save an otherwise bland meal. At $185 (before tip) for three it was a waste of money. I suggest that you find yourself a nice diner and save some cash.
  38. AlysonC

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Lovely holiday decor, good service and nice menu selections
  39. DeniseW

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We chose Artisan among few other restaurants with very good reviews. And we were totally enchanted!! The decor was superbly subtle while lovely, and the tables nicely set with the new lights accenting the intimacy of the place. Our waiter, George, proved to be most informating and patient with the 94 years old French lady I am now...Thank you indeed George... He served us the grand dinner ...double plate of the raw oysters I do crave, perfectly presented and so fresh. Plus the tuna tartare rightly seasoned ... and one for which I will gladly return! My husband's steak was just right as were the rest of the dinner...certainly a return odyssey for us three, with total recommendation for any one wishing to delight in a splendid feast for all senses. Bravo Artisan !!!
  40. douglasn

    New England

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Very nice dinner overall— a great bar dinning room for pre-Christmas however they have a large TV on at all times which is completely out of character for the vibe of the room —no one is watching it except the staff and it really detracts from the experience—ditch the TV—at least at dinner—this is not a sports bar

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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You can order delivery directly from Artisan using the Order Online button.

Artisan is rated 4.8 stars by 1443 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Options

  • Order online
Google Map for Artisan

275 Old Post Road, Southport, CT 06890

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Rennell Drive

  • Neighborhood

    Southport

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Artisan offers Valet parking for all dining guests. There is an above ground parking lot beside the restaurant patio and there is a large underground parking lot off of Rennell drive in Southport. Guests may also choose to park on the sides of Rennel Drive or walk in from the center of Southport village.

  • Public transit

    Located within walking distance from the Southport Metro-North train station, right off of Route #1 (Boston Post Road)

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Frederic Kieffer

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (203) 307-4222

  • Private party facilities

    Artisan has two areas of its restaurant, one of which is the Main Dining Room and the other being the Tavern, complete with a wood burning stove and lounge. Artisan also has a private dining room called the Copper Room. This space can accommodate up to 10 guests.

  • Private party contact

    Ashley D. Douglass, Sales Mana: (203) 307-4220

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