Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

Name: Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT
Address: 78 Southfield Ave., Stamford, CT, United States, 06902
Telephone: (203) 817-0700
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1189 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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Opened in the summer of 2016 Prime – An American Kitchen and Bar is almost a mirror image of it’s sister restaurant that resides across the Long Island Sound, Prime – An American Kitchen and Bar in Huntington, New York. The latest trends in cuisine and design come together at Prime to present the most insatiable and fashionable of diners with a first choice-dining destination whatever their mood. Under one roof, diverse menus combine classic favorites with modern twists to be savored in surroundings or equally balanced contrasts with a striking décor. A la cart selections include “primers,” raw bar favorites, mizu sushi, USDA prime steaks and chops, surf & turf and hand made desserts. We boast of a 750 label wine list with varietals, vintages and vineyards from all over the world.

In the warmer seasons enjoy one of our signature cocktails outside at our Cabana Bar, while overlooking the docks and mouth of the Rippowam River as it flows into the Long Island Sound.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 26, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 67 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(203) 817-0700

Delivery

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, Sushi
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 817-0700
Website
http://www.restaurantprime.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Julio Genao
Private party facilities
A private event at Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar in Stamford will offer your guests a unique setting, world class cuisine and a memorable dining experience. Whether your needs require anything from a waterfront elegant four course dinner to a casual Dockside cocktail party, Prime Stamford has you covered.

Location
78 Southfield Ave. Stamford, CT 06902
Neighborhood
Stamford
Cross street
Sunnyside Avenue
Parking details
Public Lot
Entertainment
Jazz brunch Sundays!Weekend Music outside on the decking the summer
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Blue Point Oysters* ^
- Half Dozen$18.00
- Dozen$33.00
Kumamoto Oysters* ^
- Half Dozen$24.00
- Dozen$45.00
Malpaque Oysters* ^
- Half Dozen$22.00
- Dozen$41.00
Island Creek Oysters* ^
- Half Dozen$22.00
- Dozen$41.00
Plateau* ^
12 oysters, 1 lobster, 1lb king crab, 8 shrimp, chef's choice of ceviche or crudo
- Serves 2-3$175.00

Primers

Bread Basket$5.00
baguette, cacio e pepe butter
Caesar Salad$18.00
romaine, croutons, parmesan, caesar dressing
Baby Wedge Salad^$18.00
bacon, blue cheese, tomato, red onion, buttermilk ranch
Caramelized Figs^$19.00
shaved prosciutto, almonds, goat cheese
Shrimp & Lobster Wontons$21.00
pan seared, hoisin glaze, miso mustard
Gnocchi$19.00
parmesan-white truffle sauce
Crab Cake$32.00
avocado, red pepper-chili sauce
Shrimp Cocktail^$24.00
5 shrimp, cocktail sauce
Burrata^$26.00
green pea-basil pesto, semi-dried cherry tomato, prosciutto crumbs, toasted baguette crisps
Japanese Wagyu Meatballs$24.00
parmesan fondue, veal jus, shaved parmesan, toasted pain de' campagne

Mizu Sushi

Crab & Yellowtail Roll*$31.00
spicy yellowtail, avocado, crunch, tobiko, topped with spicy crab
Stamford Landing Roll*$24.00
shrimp, avocado, topped with spicy tuna, tempura, spicy mayo, eel sauce
Spicy Roll* ^$21.00
tuna, salmon, or hamachi
Montauk Roll*$41.00
spicy tuna, avocado, tempura crunch, topped with lobster, yuzu mayo, eel sauce
Starr Roll*$21.00
salmon, mango, tempura crunch, avocado, spicy mayo
Japanese Cowboy Roll*
seared a5 wagyu, lobster, crab, caviar, shaved black truffle, gold leaf, ponzu mayo
- MP
Nigiri Trio*$24.00
porcini-soy glazed tuna, citrus-yuzu kosho hamachi, miso-charred salmon
Dragon Tail Roll*$36.00
eel, yellowtail, spicy shrimp, mango, avocado, asparagus, scallion oil, spicy kabayaki sauce

Surf & Turf

Hudson Valley Steelhead Salmon*$45.00
spring legume salad, hazelnuts, basil, honey-wasabi vinaigrette
Boston Lobster Roll$44.00
butter poached, romaine lettuce, brioche bun
Chicken Basquaise^$33.00
piquillo, saffron, chorizo, fresno chilies
Wellington*$52.00
filet mignon, mushroom duxelles, bordelaise, brie fondue, puff pastry
Steak Sandwich*$32.00
shaved beef ribeye, oven roasted tomato, arugula, la tur, pickled onion, herb ciabatta, parmesan fries

Steaks & Chops

Petite Filet Mignon* ^
- 10oz$58.00
Filet Mignon* ^
- 14oz$68.00
Delmonico* ^
21 day dry aged c.a.b.
- 16oz$65.00
Veal Chop "Parmesan"*
parmesan crusted
- 16oz$62.00

USDA Prime, 35 Day Dry Aged

New York Strip* ^
- 16oz$69.00
Porterhouse for 2 or 4* ^
- per person$68.00
Tellers Ribeye for 2* ^
- 40oz$135.00

Enhancements

Horseradish Cream^$6.00
Parmesan Crust$6.00
Melted Blue Cheese^$6.00
Butter Poached Lobster^$39.00
Brie Fondue^$6.00
Bordelaise^$6.00
Bearnaise Sauce^$6.00

Sides

Mac N' Cheese$15.00
cavatappi, five cheese blend
Prime Fries$15.00
Brussels Sprouts$15.00
green apple, bacon, sour cream, maple-sherry vinaigrette
Asparagus "Almondine"$15.00
lemon butter, toasted almonds
Broccoli$15.00
scallion-ginger sauce, sesame seeds
Creamed Spinach$16.00
Creamed Corn$15.00
green onion, cornbread crumble
Wild Mushrooms^$15.00
Whipped Potatoes^$15.00

Brunch

Available Sundays from 12:00-3:00 pm

Entrees

Amaretti French Toast$23.00
amaretti crust, orange marmalade, maple syrup
Ricotta Pancakes$22.00
fresh berries, raspberry butter, whip cream
Corn "Beet" Hash$24.00
poached eggs, toasted cornbread
Pastrami & Lobster Hash$39.00
yukon potato, beef pastrami, lobster, caviar, fried egg, béarnaise
Torta Espanola$21.00
salumeria biellese chorizo, herbs, yukon, parmesan fonduta
Short Rib & Eggs$29.00
two eggs served any style, braised beef short rib, herbed tater tots
Lobster Omelet$38.00
lobster, gruyère, asparagus
Crab Benedict$34.00
poached eggs, sriracha hollandaise, caviar, herbed tater tots
Avocado & Smoked Salmon Toast$24.00
poached egg, salmon roe, dill crème
Continental$28.00
greek yogurt-granola parfait, pastries, strawberry marmalade, boiled egg, cheese

Sides

Herbed Tater Tots$14.00
Smoked Bacon$8.00

Cocktails

South 78$16.00
prosecco, chinola passion fruit, pineapple
Million Dollar Mary$21.00
prime bloody mary mix, new amsterdam lemon vodka, garnished with shrimp and bacon
Manmosa$15.00
blue moon, stoli orange, triplesec

Specials

Featured Cocktail

Fifty Mils$18.00
mezcal tres chicon, cantor ginger liquor, rosemary syrup, lime juice

Soup

Daily Selection$16.00
ask about today's soup

Salad

Roasted Beets & Ricotta$21.00
sheep's milk ricotta, shaved fennel, pineberries, toasted baguette, rhubarb-acacia vinaigrette

Market Fish

Roasted U10 Scallops$52.00
fava, edamame, spring onion, white asparagus, pea-lemon puree, ponzu butter, basil

What 1,189 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
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Champs1
New York Area
70 reviews
vip
4.0
70 reviews
Dined today
overall4food5service4ambience5
First I must say that Prime is consistently one of my favorite restaurants to celebrate special occasions. I am already booked to go back in 2 weeks. The food is always on point. The selection of drinks and dishes appeal to most people. The food is so yummy. Last night we came to celebrate my friend’s 50th Birthday. My friend brought a special cake for the occasion. The cake cost $20 and the cake cutting fee that we were charged by Prime was $30. Kind of a joke when you had a bill with 6 ppl who ordered cocktails, wine, apps, entrees. They could have comped the cake cutting fee. But that was less obnoxious than the entire waiters and staff encircled around our table and the flashing of lights to move us out. It was before 10p and there were other patrons drinking at the bar. It was rude. They can handle that better in the future in much better fashion. That said, I still think Prime is special and I love it. My friends that had not been there before were surprised.
RG
RonG
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service is fantastic and food is consistently terrific with great atmosphere and view of the water.
JK
JoeK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific food
F
4foodiFam
New York Area
89 reviews
5.0
89 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time there and came for lunch- lovely place. Both had the pre fixe lunch and enjoyed the food. Jimmy makes you feel welcomed- will be back
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great service, amazing drinks and food and lively cool vibe.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! Thank you
JM
JohnM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service3ambience5
Very good food, but not as special as it used to be. It seems as though the little things that made this place great fell through the cracks. Service was good but not great. Food was very good quality but seemed to miss on the little things. The profiterole I had filled with ice cream seemed old. The cake was good, but not great. The steak required a second firing to get to the correct temperature.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Noisy - was sitting near a large group.
CS
CourtneyS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food5service2ambience5
Been coming here for years and the food and service is always amazing. However, on this particular night I made reservations at 9:30 and no one came to my table to take our drink order until 10:00. When my boyfriend asked for assistance we were told to “wait for our server” but wasn’t assigned one. After a waiter came to our table our drink and food came out pretty promptly and the food was amazing as it always is.
B
Beatlesfan
Seattle
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an early dinner reservation not too sweet! It was the most wonderful way to spend a hot late afternoon!
DB
DebraB
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Carlos was an excellent waiter! Attending to our every needs!! Food was fabulous and as always the view!
JF
JoanF
New York Area
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The cabana table overlooking the marina was so relaxing. A beautiful day for a delicious lunch. Server was so pleasant as usual..
CT
CTRose
New York Area
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Prime is our go-to for family celebrations. They never disappoint. I'm glad to see that business is picking up and it was busy for a Tuesday night. Even so the service was attentive and the waitstaff worked hard to keep up with customer needs. Our waiter, Marcus, was wonderful as always and remembered us from a previous visit. I recommend asking to be seated in his section.
S
Steve
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The servers weee attentive and friendly. Found it a little loud at times but managed by repeating ourselves. 😛
AS
AnastasiaS
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience5
Hello, I just wanted to share my experience, We went for dinner yesterday, and the service was okay, but the food was terrible, not taste at all. It's not my first time going there, but this time it was pretty bad. Also, the pricing of food really doesn't match what you get, Probably my last time there, Thank you.
CM
CarolM
Atlanta
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing experience again at Prime! This was our 2nd time to go to Sunday Brunch and it did not disappoint! We had the lobster roll, filet, baby wedge and the crab cake! Soooooop goooood! We’ll be back soon!
TC
TeeC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went to Prime on Sunday, Mother's Day and the food & service were excellent! It was very busy because of Mother's Day but our table was ready 10 minutes early with a beautiful view of the water. The food was amazing, the steaks were all cooked perfectly and the sides were delicious. My salmon was very good as well. The staff was wonderful, they welcomed us and the food came out quickly we did not have to wait long at all. We will definitely be back!
MD
McDaniel
New York Area
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had dinner at Prime for Mother’s Day. The food and service were great! Will definitely be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The chef Julio was so accommodating .
b
boatingguy
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We are regulars at Prime. The food is excellent as is the service. The wine list is overpriced, even for a chic restaurant. the music for Mother's Day was right on the money!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day and the menu was incredible
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bring back movie theater sundae
MA
MarisaA
Atlanta
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall1food4service1ambience4
Extremely slow/poor service. Normally wouldn’t be a huge problem, but trying to sit down for 2 hours with a toddler is. Took 20 minutes to get someone to take our order from the start. Had a 5 pm reservation hoping it would be quick due to said toddler but we didn’t get out until close to 7 because everything was just slow. Great ambience so if you don’t mind extremely slow service not a problem but If you’re with a small child it is. Will highlight they did have a party at the same time so that may have caused the issue. Also indicated on my reservation we were there for a birthday and they didn’t recognize it which is fine not trying to get a free desert or anything we paid for our desert but then they brought our a birthday desert to the table next to us with candles and everything so that was a bit annoying but at that point we were just trying to leave so we were trying to speed the process as much as possible and took our desert to go.
GM
GabyM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I loved it, the service was impeccable and everyone was so kind. Everything was organized amazingly and the food was great
DB
DiegoB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very competente staff. Food was very good . The view makes a big difference. We keep coming back to it.
J
Jess
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place to eat at. Service was incredible and the food was insanely good! We had a great night out and will be back! Highly recommend this place
I
Idoc
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kinda pricey, but its rare that a restaurant with such magnificent ambience serves food of this quality to match…. Wonderful experience, as usual
P
Picky
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place, all fantastic. Not cheap, but you do get what you pay for and more.
SS
SandyS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Prime Restaurant in Stamford is one of my favorite places to take family and friends. Great food, view, and service!!
KC
KimberlyC
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had a WONDERFUL Birthday Brunch. The Lobster & Cheese eggs blew my freaking mind. Cocktails were too good! Get over there.
AJ
AngelaJ
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Good food and great service. Just had trouble getting the tea order right. Asking for English breakfast tea with cold milk seemed challenging but I think it was my accent!
DK
DanK
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fantastic. Service was impeccable from our waitress to the bussers and the food was phenomenal. Probably our best experience yet at Prime, we will obviously be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Never had a bad meal here. I especially love the sushi, truffle gnocchi, lobster dumplings. Good service and view as well.
L
Lbep
New York Area
69 reviews
2.0
69 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall2food3service3ambience3
Been there three times and had to send meals back in last 2 visits. Was compensated for it but for a place to be on the expensive side ,one would expect more it is not consistent at all.
E
Elisabeth
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Delightful spot on the water with a live jazz band playing oldies. The food was excellent, we really enjoyed the brunch. An added bonus was a slice of cake for my birthday!
N
Nursek
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience5
Food basic no flavor and you have to buy sides which are $15 I would like to know why...also everyyhing is over priced for No reason even steaks were just okay. Not sure what ur paying for is it the view and obeisance. Probably won't go back or recommend.
GS
GeraldineS
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and great service, will definitely be going again!
HF
HFJ1
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience2
Went to the Plumpjack wine dinner. It was outstanding. Good and wine were perfectly paired and individually delicious. Every course was exactly right. Thank you Charles for designing an outstanding evening. I hope there will be more.
JM
JMBacchus
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, ambiance and service. Energetic feel with a great bar!
DB
DBNSF
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Requested some thing for a few birthday celebrating and they forgot.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 817-0700.

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT is rated 4.8 stars by 1189 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

May 26, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 67 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(203) 817-0700

Delivery

Google Map for Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

78 Southfield Ave. Stamford, CT 06902

Additional information

Cross street
Sunnyside Avenue
Neighborhood
Stamford
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, Sushi
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Julio Genao
Entertainment
Jazz brunch Sundays!Weekend Music outside on the decking the summer
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.restaurantprime.com/
Phone number
(203) 817-0700
Private party facilities
A private event at Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar in Stamford will offer your guests a unique setting, world class cuisine and a memorable dining experience. Whether your needs require anything from a waterfront elegant four course dinner to a casual Dockside cocktail party, Prime Stamford has you covered.

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Delivery

Additional information

Wellington

Lobster Omelet

Gnocchi

Raw Bar

Blue Point Oysters* ^

Kumamoto Oysters* ^

Malpaque Oysters* ^

Island Creek Oysters* ^

Plateau* ^

Primers

Bread Basket$5.00

Caesar Salad$18.00

Baby Wedge Salad^$18.00

Caramelized Figs^$19.00

Shrimp & Lobster Wontons$21.00

Gnocchi$19.00

Crab Cake$32.00

Shrimp Cocktail^$24.00

Burrata^$26.00

Japanese Wagyu Meatballs$24.00

Mizu Sushi

Crab & Yellowtail Roll*$31.00

Stamford Landing Roll*$24.00

Spicy Roll* ^$21.00

Montauk Roll*$41.00

Starr Roll*$21.00

Japanese Cowboy Roll*

Nigiri Trio*$24.00

Dragon Tail Roll*$36.00

Surf & Turf

Hudson Valley Steelhead Salmon*$45.00

Boston Lobster Roll$44.00

Chicken Basquaise^$33.00

Wellington*$52.00

Steak Sandwich*$32.00

Steaks & Chops

Petite Filet Mignon* ^

Filet Mignon* ^

Delmonico* ^

Veal Chop "Parmesan"*

USDA Prime, 35 Day Dry Aged

New York Strip* ^

Porterhouse for 2 or 4* ^

Tellers Ribeye for 2* ^

Enhancements

Horseradish Cream^$6.00

Parmesan Crust$6.00

Melted Blue Cheese^$6.00

Butter Poached Lobster^$39.00

Brie Fondue^$6.00

Bordelaise^$6.00

Bearnaise Sauce^$6.00

Sides

Mac N' Cheese$15.00

Prime Fries$15.00

Brussels Sprouts$15.00

Asparagus "Almondine"$15.00

Broccoli$15.00

Creamed Spinach$16.00

Creamed Corn$15.00

Wild Mushrooms^$15.00

Whipped Potatoes^$15.00

Brunch

Entrees

Amaretti French Toast$23.00

Ricotta Pancakes$22.00

Corn "Beet" Hash$24.00

Pastrami & Lobster Hash$39.00

Torta Espanola$21.00

Short Rib & Eggs$29.00

Lobster Omelet$38.00

Crab Benedict$34.00

Avocado & Smoked Salmon Toast$24.00

Continental$28.00