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Harbor Lights, Norwalk, CT

Harbor Lights

4.7 (804)
$30 and under
Seafood
82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
Harbor Lights is the premier seafood house located in East Norwalk, CT. Located on the Norwalk Harbor, it offers well-prepared, attractively presented and sophisticated fare. Open year round, the glassed-in terrace allows for a comfortably heated dining experience in the winter without losing the outside dining experience in the summer. Our long dock in front of the restaurant provides plenty of room for boaters to tie up for lunch or dinner, and the dining room affords fantastic sunset views. Harbor Lights has been bringing the fresh refined flavors of the Mediterranean to Diners in Fairfield County for over a decade. The Prime sunset seating and views of the Harbor, the breeze, the um-brella-bedecked outdoor patio, unparalleled service and incredible food make this waterfront spot hard to resist.

Please Note: We Do Not Guarantee Specific Tables. We Do Not Guarantee Waterfront, Window or Deck Seating.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 866-3364
  • Website
    http://www.HarborLightsRestaurant-CT.Com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer on site catering of up to 150 people. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Give your guests the ultimate New England Experience at Harbor Lights Restaurant. Our Private Events Team is committed to providing our guests with unrivaled food quality, au fait beverage service, and genuine hospitality. With the perfect waterfront backdrop for any event, the restaurant can be rented out in its entirety, or you may reserve one of our semi private areas. Our creative culinary team will design a personalized menu that best suits your needs and inspires your palate. Stunning waterfront views, attention to detail and focus on superior service makes Harbor Lights the desired destination for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, office parties, retirement celebrations, cocktail parties, holiday soirees, fundraisers, corporate events and more for up to 200 guests.
  • Location
    82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855
  • Neighborhood
    East Norwalk
  • Cross street
    East Avenue
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    10 minute walk from East Norwalk train station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 804 people are saying

Harbor Lights reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Seafood

  • Fairfield

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fairfield

    Romantic

  • Fairfield

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Harbor Lights offers a charming riverside dining experience with "excellent service" and a "gorgeous view." Guests rave about the "great food" and extensive menu, including standout dishes like crab-stuffed shrimp and hot lobster rolls. It's a "hidden gem" in winter, perfect for special occasions or a serene meal by the water.

804 Reviews

  1. Betty

    Maine1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was awesome! I love that spot! My top 3 restaurants!

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  2. Sarah

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Harbor Light was a wonderful place to celebrate on the water. The food was delicious and beautifully prepared, the service was great, and the ambiance was perfect. The dining room is set up in a way where everyone can view the water and sunset. Excellent for special occasions and seafood lovers.

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  3. Nancy VIP

    New York City18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Harbor Lights faces the Norwalk River and it is so nice to sit by the water. The service is very good, the menu is extensive. However $42 for a lobster roll is a little expensive.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view was gorgeous, service excellent and good and wines were delicious!

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  5. Thomas

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was perfect and our friends LOVED it!! Thank you so much!!

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  6. John VIP

    Chicago17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantástic, the staff the food the place, are visiting from Chicago where we have visited some of the best restaurants in the word. This is a little hidden gem. It’s recommended by us.

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  7. Marti

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall enjoyable evening! Definitely recommend - great food, atmosphere and service.

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  8. Steve

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely setting overlooking the Norwalk harbor. Excellent service and great food. Oysters and calamari appetizers were fresh and well prepared. Salmon and swordfish came with Jasmin rice was delicious. Crab stuffed shrimp was to die for. The hot lobster roll was plentiful and also delicious. Finished off our night with Chocolate Moose, Crème brûlée and Key lime pie. This is a very busy place in the summer months. A hidden gem in the winter. We will be back soon.

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  9. Jane

    New York City16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 5th or 6th New Year's Eve dinner at Harbor Lights. After a busy Christmas season, my husband and I enjoy a quiet dinner by ourselves and Harbor Lights fills the bill. The service was exemplary, the dinner was served hot and very tasty and the portions were ample. We were surprised that at 6 pm, the restaurant was humming and a bit noisy, but as the crowd changed, it became quieter. It seems young couples go out for a nice dinner and then on to parties. Friends of ours arrived after we did and stopped to say hello and before we left, we went to their table to wish them a happy new year. They were enjoying the shrimp dish and the seafood linguine dish. We will definitely return in warmer weather to enjoy dining outside on the expansive decking. Jane & Walt Graham

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  10. joyce

    Montreal2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Our waiter was wonderful. Decorated for the holiday beautifully. We really enjoyed ourselves. Will book again next Christmas Eve!

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FAQs

Harbor Lights is rated 4.7 stars by 804 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Harbor Lights

82 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06855

Additional information

  • Cross street
    East Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    East Norwalk
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    10 minute walk from East Norwalk train station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.HarborLightsRestaurant-CT.Com/
  • Phone number
    (203) 866-3364
  • Catering
    We offer on site catering of up to 150 people. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Give your guests the ultimate New England Experience at Harbor Lights Restaurant. Our Private Events Team is committed to providing our guests with unrivaled food quality, au fait beverage service, and genuine hospitality. With the perfect waterfront backdrop for any event, the restaurant can be rented out in its entirety, or you may reserve one of our semi private areas. Our creative culinary team will design a personalized menu that best suits your needs and inspires your palate. Stunning waterfront views, attention to detail and focus on superior service makes Harbor Lights the desired destination for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, office parties, retirement celebrations, cocktail parties, holiday soirees, fundraisers, corporate events and more for up to 200 guests.
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