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CHILI GARLIC CRISPY SHRIMP
Their most popular dish for a reason. - Brick Walk Tavern, Fairfield. This is one of those dishes that many restaurants have, but only...
GOTTA HAVE THAT CHAR
Do they have a charcoal grill back there? - Siena, Stamford. It seems to me like the laws of physics might not exist in the kitchen at...
IT’S ALL IN THE BREAD
A great take on a classic dessert. - Siena, Stamford. If you think bread pudding is too soft and soggy, then this is the bread pudding...
SALTED CARMEL APPLE TART
Why was this so good?!? - Brick Walk Tavern, Fairfield. A picture-perfect apple tart! We were told that many of the desserts are...
SAUTÉED PEA LEAVES
Something different. And definitely really good! - Brick Walk Tavern, Fairfield. What a great vegetable dish. Lightly sauteed with...
A KISS TO BUILD A DREAM ON
With this cocktail, any day is Valentine's Day. - La Plage, Westport. Presentation √ Flavor √, Extra smooth √ We wondered why egg...
POTATO GNOCCHI
The hostess said it was the best gnocchi she ever had… and she was right! - L'Ostal, Darien. This gnocchi is silky. The flavor is...
A CHEESE EMPANADA
Really, you recommend the cheese empanada? - Rincon Taqueria, Norwalk. We would never think to order the cheese empanada, so when it was...
THE SWEET SIDE OF BRIE
Delicious fig compote. - SoNo Wood Fired, Norwalk. If you like your brie nice and sweet, this is the dish for you. The fig compote is...
THE "RIBEYE" OF LAMB
If you want an extra juicy lamb chop. - Bar Rosina’s, Greenwich. When this dish arrived at the table it reminded me of the Flintstones...
BEAUTIFULLY BRINED
Any day can be Thanksgiving with this pork chop. - Olio, Stamford. The staff from the busser to the server are very proud of their pork...
MASALA AT IT’S FINEST
20 years later, this sauce is still amazing. - Chef Prasad, New Canaan. We’re not sure what it is, but Chef Prasad does something just a...
BEYOND APPLE
We're still trying to figure out what ingredient puts this over the top. - Olio, Stamford. There is something about this Apple Cobbler...
CHICKEN EMPANADAS
Crispy and a regular favorite. - Alma Bistro, Norwalk. We love beef empanadas, but this chicken empanada came recommended by everybody! ...
FEEL LIKE A ROCKEFELLER
A New Orleans original from 1889. - La Plage, Westport. Perfect setting for a dish steeped in history and tradition. Bacon and Spinach...
A CITRUS SYMPHPONY
If you ever order fruit for dessert, this is for you! - Pasta Nostra, Norwalk. Sliced blood orange, light and healthy. The black pepper...
GREEK GREEN GOODNESS
Get your veggies in with this Greek salad pizza on a crispy crust. - Uncle Joe's, Norwalk. Salad on pizza??? Salad on pizza!?!? We...
MORE THAN GAMBAS AJILLOS
A great surf n’ turf appetizer. - Alma Bistro, Norwalk. Alma takes the classic gambas ajillo just that little step further by not only...
FLAT OUT FANTASTIC
Even for those who don't love zucchini, this is EXCELLENT! - Pasta Nostra, Norwalk. All the best parts of the zucchini with an upgrade. ...
BEEF THAT MELTS
Tender and juicy, with garlic, what’s better? - Alma Bistro, Norwalk. Pinchos are always a great test of a restaurant - Alma’s soft,...
NO DESSERT? MAY I SUGGEST THE TEA?
A new vibrant tea that drinks like a dessert. - Il Pellicano, Fairfield. If you enjoy tea, then may we suggest having something new and...
SAVORING SAUTÉED SWISS CHARD
Simple and elegant swiss chard. - Pasta Nostra, Norwalk. For those of you who love brocolli rabe - this is a wonderful departure. ...
“PATATAS” OCTOPUS
If you like tapas, you’re gonna love this. - Bar Rosina’s, Greenwich. Whether by design or not, this is a fresh take on the Spanish...
SUPER CUTE LASAGNA
Just enough, not too much. - Il Pelicano, Fairfield. Not in the mood for a big ole piece of lasagna, but crave the taste? Head over to...
IL PELLICANO RIBEYE
A delectable ribeye served with an excellent sauce. - Il Pellicano, Fairfield. This ribeye tonight had perfect balance of meat and fat...
THIS CHOP IS THE DEEPEST
If you like a BIG CHOP… - Blackstones, Norwalk. As far as pork chops go, this is the thickest pork chop we’ve seen offered in a...
TUNA THAT EATS LIKE A STEAK
Also great as an appetizer. - Blackstones, Norwalk. This tuna entrée is great as a main dish, but it also makes the perfect appetizer to...
THE SWORD AND THE SALSA
Swordfish with a light mango salsa. - Blackstones, Norwalk. For a steakhouse, Blackstones in Norwalk is serving some solid seafood. ...
CABBAGE?!?
Now we LOVE cabbage! - Elm, New Canaan. It’s the New Year and we’re all trying to eat more salad. But who wants the same old, same old...
A POTATO SIDE WITH A SIDE OF BACON
It says just potato and onions, but they sneak in the bacon. - Pulpo, Greenwich. The bartender said the potato side was his favorite and...
IMAGINE PORK
Unique fruits and vegetables, excellently executed. - The Barn, Bedford, NY. So many interesting parts to this dish. First, we have...
LOBSTERIFFIC!
A perfect cocktail party app! - The Barn, Bedford, NY. Every charity should serve these to ensure 100% attendance. They arrived at the...
IT "COD"N'T BE MUCH BETTER
Fresh bok choy, leeks, beurre blanc. - The Barn, Bedford, NY. The bok choy was fresh and crisp. The combination of mushrooms delicious....
FRESH HOMEMADE PASTA
Maria's Fresh Homemade Pasta. - Columbus Park, Stamford. Subtle garlic flavor throughout. The peas and fava beans are light. The dish...
XXTRA POTATO
A good stuffed potato. - Gabrielle's, Westport. Everyone has a stuffed potato. We just feel, this is definitely one of the better ones...
FENNEL BRINE!?!
You had me at Fennel Brined... - Gabrielle's, Westport. Having never seen fennel brined anything before, we were extremely curious. The...
SALLY'S APIZZA
New Haven style pizza at its best. - Sally’s Apizza, Stamford. The first week I went, the crust/bread wasn’t quite right. When I went...
A PANCETTA PLEASER
Are we in Italy? - Posa, Ridgefield. Having been to Posa several times, it just never occurred to us to order the pizza. Well, this...
WE LOVE BOLOGNESE
The rigatoni was perfectly al dente. - Table 104, Stamford. Al dente rigatoni, with a beautiful Bolognese ragu. The sauce is not too...
'DELICATELY' SQUASHED
Hazelnuts are always a good sign. - Artisan, Southport. Endive has become a favorite of mine. This dish is beautifully balanced with...
READY TO GO SAILING?
Try the 'Norwalk Nautical' at the Pop-Up Speakeasy. - 57 Upstairs, Norwalk. Light and refreshing. A perfect summer drink featuring...
SURPRISINGLY TASTY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Layered, textured, flavorful. - Nomade, Westport. I’m rarely surprised, but at first look I didn’t think this dish would be as balanced...
BLOOD ORANGE MARGARITA
With salt, or without salt? - Geronimo, Fairfield. Many years ago, the use of Blood Orange became trendy and all of a sudden everyone...
MAN, OH MAN
What a tasty burger! - Ginger Man, Greenwich. This burger was so good! #1. We love it when a burger is served on a toasted English...
YOUR JULEP, SENOR
Are we at the Kentucky Derby? - Geronimo, Fairfield. Geronimo does an excellent job repackaging the mint julep. This version had...
WHY REINVENT THE WHEEL?
Classic Cocktails done simply. - Appetit Bistro, Norwalk. There is a reason that classic cocktails stand the test of time. As you know,...
FRESH OVEN BAKED CHICKEN SANDWICH
You’ll have enough to take home for another meal. - Table 104, Stamford. A deliciously fresh sandwich! Tomato, arugula, red onion, with...
PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN
Perfected simplicity. - Table 104, Stamford. Boy does chef Chris Kelly make Parmesan and lemon taste like so much more. I don’t know how...
HOLY VONGOLE!
Fresh, tasty, and delicious. - Posa, Ridgefield. Seafood can be tricky. So, when it comes to food from ocean (and especially shellfish)...
ARTICHOKE TERRIFIC
Just like grandpa used to make. - Lombardi's, Georgetown. This dish is not on the menu all the time, so call in advance. This artichoke...