The Goose American Bistro and Bar

Name: The Goose American Bistro and Bar
Address: 972 Post Road, Darien, CT, United States, 06820
Telephone: (203) 656-2600
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.1

4.1

275 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Opened in the spring of 2010, “The Goose” is a renewal of a classic American bistro and tavern offering fine dining, contemporary cuisine, warm hospitality and superb service. It has immediately become a popular gathering place in town reminiscent of its predecessor “The Black Goose Grille”.

Its current owners have meticulously restored the restaurant’s original bar and the open fireplace in the tavern which provide a warm and inviting focal point for get-togethers with groups, family and friends.

The two additional dining areas combine classic and contemporary design and accommodate dining groups for large and small events.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Hours of operation
Lunch: Daily: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Monday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Tuesday — Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm; Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Phone number
(203) 656-2600
Website
http://www.thegoosedarien.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Piergiorgio Nanni
Private party facilities
Private room for up to 40 guests. Perfect for business meetings, wedding rehearsals, showers.Bar rentals for up to 90 Guests Full Restaurant rentals for up to 150 people
Private party contact
Matthew Polidoro: (203) 656-2600

Location
972 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820
Neighborhood
Darien
Cross street
Center Street
Parking details
There are 2 and 3 hour parking spots in the Center Street South and North parking lots for lunch. For dinner, there is no time restriction.<br /><br />We have Valet on Thursday, Friday, & Saturday Nights
Public transit
We are across the street from Darien Metro North station, just 50 minutes from Grand Central Terminal.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Oysters$15.00
6 on the half shell, Prosecco Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce, Texas Pete Hot Sauce
Spicy Sesame Tuna "Tagliata", Served Rare$15.00
Jasmine Rice, Wasabi, Ginger , Seaweed Salad, Cilantro, Tomato, Yellow Pepper, & Scallion Relish
Maine Lobster Sliders$16.00
warm brioche roll, drawn butter
Maryland Style Crab Cakes$15.00
baby greens, lemon oil, cajun remoulade
Angus Beef Sliders (3)$12.00
vermont cheddar, caramelized onion ketchup, sweet pickle & mustard aioli, petite brioche
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings$12.00
6 jumbo wings, blue cheese, celery, carrots
Steamed Mussels$13.00
caperberries, tomatoes, lemon garlic broth
Crispy Point Judith Calamari$13.00
smoky chipotle pepper aioli, spicy tomato sauce
Fried Green Tomatoes With Shrimp$13.00
Andouille Sausage, Creamy Tasso Ham Sauce
Meze Platter$15.00
roasted garlic, marinated olives, hummus, whipped feta, almond & piquillo romesco, root vegetable, rustic bread
Pecan Encrusted Scallops$15.00
Black Rice, Julienne Vegetables, Mango Beurre Blanc
Burrata$15.00
Fresh Mozzarella with creamy soft center, House Roasted & Fresh Tomatoes on the Vine, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic drizzle
White Beans & Broccoli Rabe$9.00
Garlic & Olive Oil

Soups & Starter Salads

Starter Salads can be made into Entree Sized Salads for an additional $3.00. Add Chicken to any Salad for $5.00. Add Steak, Shrimp, or Salmon for $6.00.

Crab & Corn Chowder$9.00
applewood smoked bacon
Goose Seasonal Soup$8.00
Award Winning Chili$8.00
Tortilla Chips
Arugula, Endive & Radicchio$12.00
dried cranberries, marcona almonds, pistachios farmer stilton cheese, truffle vinaigrette
- Entree Size$3.00
Chevre$11.00
goat cheese fritters, baby spinach, Tempranillo grapes, roasted beets, bermuda onion, champagne vinaigrette
- Entree Size$3.00
Caesar$8.00
classic dressing, shaved grana padano cheese, ciabatta croutons, parmigiano crisp
- Entree Size$3.00
Baby Mixed Greens$7.00
house vinaigrette
- Entree Size$3.00

Entree Salads

Entree Salads come in one size only

The Cobb$15.00
boston bibb lettuce, grilled chicken, vine ripe tomato, avocado, bacon, boiled egg, gorgonzola cheese, choice of balsamic vinaigrette or creamy gorgonzola dressing
Panzanella$15.00
oregano encrusted shrimp, grilled focaccia, tomatoes, spring onion, cucumbers, feta, gaeta olives, capers, roasted peppers, balsamic vinegar & extra virgin olive oil
- Add Greens$2.00
Goose Seasonal Salad$16.00

Entrees

Grilled Half Chicken Under a Brick$24.00
Roasted Potatoes, Broccoli Rabe, Demi Glace
Linguine & Clams$20.00
littlenecks, baby leeks, garlic lemon, white wine
Sole Francaise$24.00
Egg Battered, Lemon & White Wine Sauce, Angel Hair, Spinach
Beer Battered Fish 'n Chips$20.00
Wild Caught Alaskan Cod, Hand Cut Fries, House Made Cole Slaw, Tartar Sauce, Malt Vinegar
Aged NY Strip Steak Frites$29.00
maitre d' butter, bearnaise sauce hand cut french fries
Center Cut Filet Mignon$33.00
blue cheese crust, potato gratin, grilled asparagus, house made steak sauce
St. Louis Style Ribs$24.00
baked beans, coleslaw, bourbon barbeque sauce
Salmon en Papillote$26.00
Bermuda Onion & Tomato Salad, Balsamic Glaze, Grilled Asparagus, Sardinian Couscous
Maltagliati Pasta$18.00
Choice of Pomodoro or pesto Sauce Add Fresh Mozzarella - 2.00
Shrimp & Grits$24.00
Bacon & onion Gravy

Sandwiches & Burgers

sandwiches are served with home made chips or baby greens. add $1 for sweet potato fries or hand cut fries

House Roasted Turkey Club$14.00
applewood smoked bacon, avocado, dijonnaise, multi grain toast
Cat Fish Po'Boy$15.00
blackened grilled, or fried, French Bread, lettuce, tomato, red onion, creole remoulade
Southwestern Veggie Wrap$13.00
black beans, guacamole, corn, romaine, jalapeno, queso fresco, zucchini & salsa verde
Slow Roasted Prime Rib French Dip$15.00
swiss cheese, grilled onions, hero roll, horseradish sauce, au jus
Grilled Steak Panino$16.00
sauteed onions, gruyere cheese, tomato, truffle aioli
Black Angus Burger$13.00
lettuce, tomato, onion. add $1 for mozzarella, swiss, american or cheddar. bacon, avocado, mushrooms, sauteed onions - $1 each
The Goose Burger$15.00
thick cut smoked bacon, blue cheese, crispy onions, horseradish cream
Grilled Turkey Burger$15.00
ricotta infornata cheese, mango salsa, tandoori naan bread
Grilled Chicken Ciabatta$13.00
roasted tomatoes, argula, feta, basil pesto aioli
Lobster Tacos (3)$19.00
avocado, soft tortillas, fresh salsa

Flatbread Pizzas

San Marzano Pizza$11.00
plum tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil. toppings (each $1): sausage, pepperoni, onions, bell peppers, hot peppers, olives, mushrooms, spinach
Piadina$14.00
pesto aioli, baby arugula, radicchio, organic garden tomatoes, fresh mozzarella
The Goose Pizza$15.00
Caramelized Pears, Smoked Prosciutto, Gorgonzola, Arugula

Sides

Baked Mac 'n Cheese$7.00
- With Lobster Or Truffle$16.00
Hand Cut French Fries$6.00
Sweet Potato Fries$6.00
Whipped Potatoes$5.00
Sauteed Mushrooms$5.00
Seasonal Vegetables$5.00
Broccoli Rabe$6.00
Sauteed Spinach$6.00
Grilled Asparagus$6.00
Baked Potato$3.00

For The Goslings

all children's meals include soft drink, juice or milk

Flat Bread Pizza$10.00
tomato & mozzarella cheese
Kid's Burger$10.00
hand cut french fries
Kid's Pasta$10.00
Choice of elbow or cheese ravioli tomato or butter sauce, vegetables
Mac N' Cheese$10.00
hand cut french fries
Grilled Cheese Sandwich$10.00
hand cut french fries
Chicken Tenders$10.00
hand cut french fries, vegetables

Beer Selections - Bottles

Heineken$6.00
Amstel Light$6.00
Corona Extra$6.00
Heineken Light$6.00
Sam Smith Organic Cider$7.00
Lagunitas Ipa$6.00
Bud Light$5.50
Budweiser$5.50
Red Stripe$6.00
Miller Light$5.50
Peroni$6.00
Coor's Light$5.50
Red Bridge$5.50
gluten free
Charter Oak 1687 Brown Ale$6.00
New Canaan, CT
Charter Oak Pale Ale$6.00
New Canaan, CT
City Steam Naughty Nurse$6.00
Hartford, CT
Narragansett Lager (16oz)$6.00
Rhode Island
Narragansett Bock (16oz)$6.00
Rhode Island

Beer Selections - Drafts

Amstel Light$6.00
Magic Hat #9$6.00
Blue Moon Belgian Wheat$7.00
Goose Island IPA$6.00
Budweiser$4.50
Stella Artois$6.00
Guinness Stout$6.00
Palm Amber Ale$6.00
Sierra Nevada Pale Ale$6.00
Sam Adams Seasonal$7.00
Two Roads Road 2 Ruin' Double IPA$7.00
Brewed in Stratford, CT
Featured Draft$7.50

What 275 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4Food
4Service
4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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samV
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Valentines day
JA
JANT
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nice place for brunch. Food and service was very good. Great atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 4, 2020
overall4food5service2ambience5
The food, drinks and atmosphere is always amazing at the Goose. Our Waitress however rarely came over to our table to check in. Other then that it was a great dinner!
E
Excellent
New York Area
60 reviews
vip
4.0
60 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very tasty!
J
Janski
New York Area
39 reviews
vip
4.0
39 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
food was not as usual but good enough the service was EXCELLENT !
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Our family loves The Goose and has gone there for years. The only part I would complain about and it may just be a one-off type experience but I could help but feel rushed. Bus boy was quick to grab bread basket off table before entrees came out. We were on our second basket of bread and there was still some left. It was also similar with removing our entree dishes. I don’t judge based on my one off experience as I would just assume they were starting to get busy.
E
Excellent
New York Area
61 reviews
vip
4.0
61 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Two Friday’s in a row. Very good food!
J
Jlwr
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall3food4service1ambience5
The bartender was waiting the entire bar and all of the bar tables. He was completely overwhelmed and it took us 25 minutes just to get a drink at the bar.
p
pauls
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
very nice dining experience good food drink and service
JG
JesseG
New York Area
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
I asked for my steak medium and it came pour sliced,charred and cooked through.
JA
JamssA
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2019
overall2food2service3ambience4
Food preparation was no good- ravioli was overcooked, hamburger was just mediocre, nachos was delivered with jalepenos which was requested to be removed etc.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2019
overall1food2service4ambience3
Food was not great and was overpriced
F
Francescs
New York Area
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was great service was excellent. Noise level got a little high.
MP
MichaelP
New York Area
217 reviews
vip
4.0
217 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
A family dinner at the Goose is always a winner Something on the menu for everyone Great service and generous portions Relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff You will be very satisfied
SK
SusanK
New York Area
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
The bar was loud. We moved to dinning room.
RO
RoniO
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We are there once a week and thoroughly enjoy this restaurant.
L
Localfoodie
Charleston
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience4
We have dined here a number of times and the food is generally good. The small plates and salads are pricey, given it's Summer. The Salmon with quinoa, brussel sprouts and kale was good. Another person in our group had lobster sliders and while good, were quite small. Would reccommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Brunch outdoors, nice setting, good food, good service.
AR
AmyR
New York Area
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience4
They must have been short staffed in the kitchen because dinner was slow to arrive. It was good but not great, which is not usual for them. I hope it was just an off night...
SQ
SuzzeeQ17
New York Area
81 reviews
vip
3.0
81 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2019
overall3food3service5ambience4
Solid food. Extensive menu. Good vibe. Great service
S
Sandy
Atlantic City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
A very nice restaurant with well trained staff- We had 2 young kids with us and it was perfect!
E
Eibrod
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience4
Very pleasant ambiance but a very tired menu and mediocre food.
G
Goaliemom
New York Area
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
We had a lovely evening and the food was very good & reasonable. Ken was our waiter and he was great.
CG
CdeG
Unspecified
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience5
We appreciate the Goose’s atmosphere and food especially after a 12 hour day of driving. Very relaxed and cozy
f
flos
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
the waiter was exceptional. the food was good. crowded bar scene
PC
PatC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed dining at The Goose. Food was great, drinks delicious (cosmos)! Service was very good. Have already recommeneddd it to friends. Thanks
DF
DanielF
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience4
My wife and I really liked the ambiance but I am sorry to say my Johnny cakes were pretty disappointing . They tasted like box mix pancakes, nothing special. And for the price that was not a winner. Maybe we would try the place again and order something else but first time eating there was disappointing.
N
Norwalkgal
New York Area
69 reviews
vip
4.0
69 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience3
Cozy and inviting! Excellent wings, burgers and French dip. Nice warm bread to start too.
KG
KG06
Naples
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
Very nice. Surprised. Have gone for years!!! Great.
p
pss2
New York Area
64 reviews
vip
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good, dependable food. Cozy. Lunch is quieter than dinner when early diners experience Moms with kids who are rowdy.
CT
CTFoodie
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience4
Decent place for bar food and a cold beer, very nice decor. Good for a night out with friends, but not a date place or for a special night out.
RO
RoniO
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorite restaurants. Hosted two events in 2018. Excellent service, food and ambiance.
NM
NatalieM
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience4
We go here almost every Saturday. Early. With the kids and it’s always a great experience and full of other families getting out early with the kids! I’m sure it’s great last 7p as well! :)
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good experience. Family meal for wife’s birthday.
B
Billy
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2018
overall4food5service5ambience4
Delightful evening with friends. Many families there as well. Fillet of sole was nice and lemony. The noise level was good so we were able to chat
TD
TheDoctorSaysTheyDangle
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Upscale with an old school pub feel. Friendly and attentive staff. Fish and chips were excellent. Can't go wrong in my book.
LB
LisaB
New York Area
89 reviews
vip
5.0
89 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Goose is a great go-to local restaurant! We had the Steamed Mussels, Homemade Meatballs, Fresh Ricotta Gnocchi & Penne Gagliardi...everything was delicious! Service is always friendly & attentive.
CC
CathyC
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience5
Delicious!! Consistently a great meal.
L
Leslie
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good place for a burger or appetizer or full meal. Good price/value. Bar extremely noisy on Fri night but can go to back room and close the door
j
johnc
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Great staff. Nice location.

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The Goose American Bistro and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 656-2600.

The Goose American Bistro and Bar is rated 4.1 stars by 275 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for The Goose American Bistro and Bar

972 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820

Additional information

Cross street
Center Street
Neighborhood
Darien
Hours of operation
Lunch: Daily: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Monday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Tuesday — Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm; Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There are 2 and 3 hour parking spots in the Center Street South and North parking lots for lunch. For dinner, there is no time restriction.<br /><br />We have Valet on Thursday, Friday, & Saturday Nights
Public transit
We are across the street from Darien Metro North station, just 50 minutes from Grand Central Terminal.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Piergiorgio Nanni
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thegoosedarien.com/
Phone number
(203) 656-2600
Private party facilities
Private room for up to 40 guests. Perfect for business meetings, wedding rehearsals, showers.Bar rentals for up to 90 Guests Full Restaurant rentals for up to 150 people
Private party contact
Matthew Polidoro: (203) 656-2600

The Goose American Bistro and Bar

Not available on OpenTable

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Small Plates

Oysters$15.00

Spicy Sesame Tuna "Tagliata", Served Rare$15.00

Maine Lobster Sliders$16.00

Maryland Style Crab Cakes$15.00

Angus Beef Sliders (3)$12.00

Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wings$12.00

Steamed Mussels$13.00

Crispy Point Judith Calamari$13.00

Fried Green Tomatoes With Shrimp$13.00

Meze Platter$15.00

Pecan Encrusted Scallops$15.00

Burrata$15.00

White Beans & Broccoli Rabe$9.00

Soups & Starter Salads

Crab & Corn Chowder$9.00

Goose Seasonal Soup$8.00

Award Winning Chili$8.00

Arugula, Endive & Radicchio$12.00

Chevre$11.00

Caesar$8.00

Baby Mixed Greens$7.00

Entree Salads

The Cobb$15.00

Panzanella$15.00

Goose Seasonal Salad$16.00

Entrees

Grilled Half Chicken Under a Brick$24.00

Linguine & Clams$20.00

Sole Francaise$24.00

Beer Battered Fish 'n Chips$20.00

Aged NY Strip Steak Frites$29.00

Center Cut Filet Mignon$33.00

St. Louis Style Ribs$24.00

Salmon en Papillote$26.00

Maltagliati Pasta$18.00

Shrimp & Grits$24.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

House Roasted Turkey Club$14.00

Cat Fish Po'Boy$15.00

Southwestern Veggie Wrap$13.00

Slow Roasted Prime Rib French Dip$15.00

Grilled Steak Panino$16.00

Black Angus Burger$13.00

The Goose Burger$15.00

Grilled Turkey Burger$15.00

Grilled Chicken Ciabatta$13.00

Lobster Tacos (3)$19.00

Flatbread Pizzas

San Marzano Pizza$11.00

Piadina$14.00

The Goose Pizza$15.00

Sides

Baked Mac 'n Cheese$7.00

Hand Cut French Fries$6.00

Sweet Potato Fries$6.00

Whipped Potatoes$5.00

Sauteed Mushrooms$5.00

Seasonal Vegetables$5.00

Broccoli Rabe$6.00

Sauteed Spinach$6.00

Grilled Asparagus$6.00

Baked Potato$3.00

For The Goslings

Flat Bread Pizza$10.00

Kid's Burger$10.00

Kid's Pasta$10.00

Mac N' Cheese$10.00

Grilled Cheese Sandwich$10.00

Chicken Tenders$10.00

Beer Selections - Bottles

Heineken$6.00

Amstel Light$6.00

Corona Extra$6.00

Heineken Light$6.00