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Taco Takeover: Popular Fairfield County Chef Debuts New Taqueria Taco Takeover: Popular Fairfield County Chef Debuts New Taqueria
Taco Takeover: Popular Fairfield County Chef Debuts New Taqueria Taco lovers in Fairfield County, rejoice — a new restaurant that promises bold flavors of scratch-made Mexican classics opened this week.  Bluebird Taqueria, located at 21 Glenville St. in Greenwich's Glenville Shopping Center, opened Monday, Dec. 9, and promises to serve a menu packed with fresh, handmade dishes. The restaurant is the latest venture from Greenwich native Mike Pietrafeso, known for local favorites such as Ada’s Kitchen + Coffee in Riverside and Roost Kitchen + Coffee in Cos Cob and Darien. With nearly a decade since his last new concept, Pietrafeso says he’s excited t…
Famed Stamford-Based Pizzeria Opens New Location In Westport Famed Stamford-Based Pizzeria Opens New Location In Westport
Famed Stamford-Based Pizzeria Opens New Location In Westport A Connecticut-based pizza chain unveiled its newest location this week.  Riko's Pizza opened its 11th restaurant and sixth in Fairfield County in Westport at 60 Charles St., across from Westport Metro North train station and Luciano Park. The owners and several local and state dignitaries attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony this week.  Rico Imbrogno, the co-founder and CEO of the chain said he chose Westport because he believed the town has nothing like it, he said in a news release when he announced the opening this summer.  "Westport is not only one of the most dynamic ma…
BBQ Food Truck Finds Permanent Home With New CT Restaurant BBQ Food Truck Finds Permanent Home With New CT Restaurant
BBQ Food Truck Finds Permanent Home With New CT Restaurant A food truck that has Northerners' mouths watering for Southern barbecue has opened a restaurant in New Haven County.  The Wright Way Burgers & BBQ held the grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 9, for its new restaurant in Hamden at 3835 Whitney Ave restaurant.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Wright Way Burgers & BBQ (@thewrightway.burgers.bbq) The owners posted on Instagram that they were overwhelmed by the community's support and the influx of customers on their first day of business. That love went …
Pizza Hut Unveiling New Restaurant For One Pizza Hut Unveiling New Restaurant For One
Pizza Hut Unveiling New Restaurant For One Pizza Hut is unveiling a new restaurant. It's called Personal Pan Pizza Hut, and it will only serve a 6-inch personal pan pizzas to one customer at a time and by reservation only in a two-day preview. The Personal Pan Pizza Hut will be open in New York City on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 from noon to 7 p.m. in Queens at 50th Avenue and Center Boulevard. Those who can get a spot can choose from any available pizza toppings, including the newest additions to Pizza Hut’s menu: pesto swirl, spicy sauce, chicken sausage, fresh diced garlic, and …
Haven Hot Chicken Sets Date For Opening Of New Location In Town Of Fairfield: Here's When Haven Hot Chicken Sets Date For Opening Of New Location In Town Of Fairfield: Here's When
Haven Hot Chicken Sets Date For Opening Of New Location In Town Of Fairfield: Here's When Hot, Nashville-style style chicken is coming to a new location in Connecticut. The newest Haven Hot Chicken will open in the town of Fairfield on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 907 Post Road (Route 1). The 1,500-square-foot location will offer its signature menu of crispy, crunchy, juicy, spicy chicken and vegetarian options ranging from the country (not spicy) to Haven (extremely spicy). This includes their signature "THE Sandwich," other featured mains dishes, classic sides, and seasonal limited-time offerings, including this summer's salad, strawberry banana pudding, and a BBQ chicken sandwich.&nb…
'Our Dream Restaurant': Family Members Open Eatery With Vibrant Dishes In Norwalk 'Our Dream Restaurant': Family Members Open Eatery With Vibrant Dishes In Norwalk
'Our Dream Restaurant': Family Members Open Eatery With Vibrant Dishes In Norwalk Together with a pair of Puerto Rican chefs, two family members have launched the fusion restaurant and bar of their dreams in a bustling Connecticut city. Costa Vino, located at 36 Westport Ave. in Norwalk, opened at the tail end of 2023. A collaboration between owners (and family members) Andres Diaz and Sandro Toro and Chefs Vladimir Tolentino Collado and Miguel Castillo, the restaurant and bar brings together Mediterranean and Caribbean flavors. “We are thrilled to open our dream restaurant in the city of Norwalk,” Diaz said. Diaz and Toro spent time at nearby eateries such as Tabl…
Popular Hot Chicken Eatery Chain To Open New Locations In Fairfield, Oxford Popular Hot Chicken Eatery Chain To Open New Locations In Fairfield, Oxford
Popular Hot Chicken Eatery Chain To Open New Locations In Fairfield, Oxford Fans of crispy hot fried chicken will want to look out for two upcoming restaurants that will soon be opening up in Connecticut.  Haven Hot Chicken, a franchise known for its Nashville Hot Chicken that already has several locations in the state, will be opening two new locations in Fairfield and the New Haven County town of Oxford in Spring 2024.  The new restaurants, once open, will serve the chain's signature menu of crispy fried chicken in addition to vegetarian options. All menu items range in spice from "Country," or not spicy, to "Haven," or extremely spicy.  Both…
Haven Hot Chicken To Celebrate Grand Opening Of 'Delicious, Convenient Spot' In CT Haven Hot Chicken To Celebrate Grand Opening Of 'Delicious, Convenient Spot' In CT
Haven Hot Chicken To Celebrate Grand Opening Of 'Delicious, Convenient Spot' In CT A popular eatery will soon bring its signature brand of hot fried chicken to a college campus in Connecticut.  Haven Hot Chicken, a franchise known for its Nashville Hot Chicken, will be opening its fifth location on Saturday, Nov. 18 in Storrs, Connecticut at 1206 Storrs Rd., which is within walking distance to the University of Connecticut's Storrs campus. The 2,000-square-foot location will offer the franchise's signature menu of crispy fried chicken, fries, sides such as banana pudding or garlic dill pickles, and even vegetarian options such as the "Not Chicken Sandwich." …
New Stamford Eatery Sets Opening Date New Stamford Eatery Sets Opening Date
New Stamford Eatery Sets Opening Date A new fast-casual eatery in Stamford serving up Mexican-inspired dishes has set an opening date.  Bubbakoo's Burritos, located in Stamford at 800 E Main St., will open up for business on Wednesday, June 28, according to an announcement from the eatery's owners, Perry and Fenil Patel.  Earlier Report - New Eatery To Open Second CT Location In Stamford Visitors to the new Bubbakoo's location can expect a wide variety of classic Mexican-inspired menu offerings such as burritos, bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and nachos, in addition to more unique items like "chiwawas," a split-fried ball of rice…
New Pizzeria Opens Up Shop In Stratford: 'Symphony Of Flavors,' Owner Says New Pizzeria Opens Up Shop In Stratford: 'Symphony Of Flavors,' Owner Says
New Pizzeria Opens Up Shop In Stratford: 'Symphony Of Flavors,' Owner Says An all-new pizzeria that hopes to serve as a go-to spot for carefully-crafted food, as well as sports and live entertainment, is celebrating its opening in Fairfield County.  Runway 180 Saloon, located in Stratford at 7365 Main St. in the Oronoque Shopping Plaza and owned by Rob Lisi, will be celebrating its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 16 at 4 p.m.  The new eatery's menu features a variety of specialty pies, including unique ones like mashed potato, blackened chicken chipotle, and pastrami reuben.  The restaurant is also clearly inf…
New Darien Restaurant Offering Elegant Fare Sets Opening Date New Darien Restaurant Offering Elegant Fare Sets Opening Date
New Darien Restaurant Offering Elegant Fare Sets Opening Date A popular restaurant about to open a brand-new location will be serving up top-notch entrees that will please any palate. The Granola Bar, slated to open the locale in Fairfield County on Thursday, April 27 in Darien at 1020 Post Road (Route 1), is the seventh eatery for the company and the second in which dinner and drinks have been added to the menu. The concept is for the restaurant to transition from being a daytime haunt to being a day-to-night experience. Like its sister location in Westchester County in Rye, the Darien menu offers elevated share plates as well as bar bites and TGB’s…
'Warm, Welcoming' Eatery To Hold Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony In Stratford 'Warm, Welcoming' Eatery To Hold Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony In Stratford
'Warm, Welcoming' Eatery To Hold Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony In Stratford A new deli in Fairfield County that has already become a beloved fixture in many customers' lives will soon be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its opening.  The Cutting Wedge Deli, located in Stratford at 88 Ryders Landing, opened in the Fall of 2022 and will be holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 13 at 11 a.m.  Owned by brothers Joseph "JD" and David DiGirolamo, the deli uses fresh ingredients in a host of hot and cold grinders as well as breakfast sandwiches, pasta, and sandwiches.  Those looking for a hot sandwich that fills the spot have the option of c…
New Restaurant To Celebrate Grand Opening In Fairfield County New Restaurant To Celebrate Grand Opening In Fairfield County
New Restaurant To Celebrate Grand Opening In Fairfield County What came first, the chicken or the egg?  It doesn't matter, because the cycle keeps on producing tasty food, according to the owners of an all-new fried chicken restaurant in Fairfield County that will soon celebrate its grand opening.  Jolly Chicken, located in Stratford at 2590 Broadbridge Ave., the former site of Great Wall Chinese Restaurant, will hold a grand-opening celebration on Tuesday, March 21, which will be complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.  The new eatery, which soft-launched on Friday, March 3, is owned by Doug and Daneen Grabe, who decided not to address the age-old…
Popular Eatery Expands To CT, Opens Location In Fairfield Popular Eatery Expands To CT, Opens Location In Fairfield
Popular Eatery Expands To CT, Opens Location In Fairfield A popular fast-casual eatery has just launched its first location in Connecticut. Just Salad, a restaurant chain based in New York City, opened the eatery in Fairfield at 2267 Black Rock Turnpike (Route 58) in late January.  Offering over 15 chef-designed salads, wraps, warm bowls, avocado toast, soups, and smoothies, the eatery aims to bring "health and sustainability" to Fairfield, a spokesperson for the restaurant said.  Some of these salads include popular menu items such as the Crispy Chicken Poblano, Thai Chicken Crunch, and Tokyo Supergreens, which are known as "Iconic Salads."  W…
New Eatery In Fairfield County Offers Blend Of Traditional, Contemporary Italian Cuisine New Eatery In Fairfield County Offers Blend Of Traditional, Contemporary Italian Cuisine
New Eatery In Fairfield County Offers Blend Of Traditional, Contemporary Italian Cuisine A new restaurant in Fairfield is offering a seasonal menu that blends traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine. Il Pellicano officially opened on Friday, Sept. 23, said Massimo Tabacco, who co-owns the restaurant with Matthew Balk. The restaurant, located at 1460 Post Road, serves a selection of small plates and appetizers, such as charred octopus, burrata, meatballs, and rice balls stuffed with mozzarella. Il Pellicano, located at 1460 Post Road in FairfieldGoNation Guests can also choose from a variety of pasta dishes and entrées, including short rib ragout, New York strip steak,…
Look Inside: Celebrities Join Martha Stewart For Launch Of New Restaurant Look Inside: Celebrities Join Martha Stewart For Launch Of New Restaurant
Look Inside: Celebrities Join Martha Stewart For Launch Of New Restaurant Martha Stewart's brand-new restaurant named after the town where her Northern Westchester home is located has officially opened for business. The Bedford by Martha Stewart opened at Paris Las Vegas on Saturday, Aug. 13, representatives from Paris Las Vegas announced.  The Bedford by Martha Stewart opened at Paris Las Vegas on Saturday, Aug. 13, representatives announced.Palm + Ocean Digital The restaurant was named after the 81-year-old's country farmhouse in the Bedford hamlet of Katonah and features a 194-seat dining area. “I am so thrilled to open the doors to The Bedford at Paris L…
Martha Stewart's New Restaurant Named After Northern Westchester Town Set To Open Martha Stewart's New Restaurant Named After Northern Westchester Town Set To Open
Martha Stewart's New Restaurant Named After Northern Westchester Town Set To Open Lifestyle maven Martha Stewart is set to throw open the doors on her first restaurant that reflects her culinary inspirations and style. The Bedford by Martha Stewart, named after the town in which her Northern Westchester estate is located (in the hamlet of Katonah), is nestled inside Paris Las Vegas and is set to open on Saturday, Aug. 13. Reservations are already being snapped up and can be made online for the restaurant which aims to transport guests to Stewart's country farmhouse. The menu features French-inspired cuisine and a combination of Martha’s favorite recipes, Paris Las Vega…
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open Location At Mall In Connecticut Popular Restaurant Chain To Open Location At Mall In Connecticut
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open Location At Mall In Connecticut A popular estaurant chain has announced it will open its second Connecticut location at a busy mall in the region. The Connecticut Post Mall located in New Haven County in Milford announced on Wednesday, Aug. 3 that P.F. Chang’s will open in 2023 at the shopping center. “We are thrilled to bring P.F. Chang’s to the CT Post Mall and our Milford-area community,” said Ken Sterba, general manager of the mall. “The immersive Asian dining experience P.F. Chang’s offers will be a hit with our guests, and the restaurant is sure to become a go-to spot to celebrate with friends and family on any occa…
Sonic Drive-In To Hold Grand Opening For New Fairfield County Eatery Sonic Drive-In To Hold Grand Opening For New Fairfield County Eatery
Sonic Drive-In To Hold Grand Opening For New Fairfield County Eatery Sonic Drive-In has announced plans to open a new location in Fairfield County in the coming days. The new restaurant in Danbury will begin serving customers on Thursday, July 21, according to an announcement from representatives.  The restaurant is located at 172 White St., and it will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. On the opening day, the Danbury location will offer free corn dogs to all guests while supplies last, representatives said.  The eatery will offer a drive-thru and walk-up counter service. “We’re so excited to open this new SONIC location as we introduce our …
Opening Date Announced For New Italian Eatery In Fairfield County Opening Date Announced For New Italian Eatery In Fairfield County
Opening Date Announced For New Italian Eatery In Fairfield County The opening date is approaching for a new Fairfield County restaurant that will offer a seasonal menu featuring a wide variety of Italian dishes. Cugine’s Italian is set to open in Harbor Point in Stamford on Friday, June 10, representatives said. The eatery is located at 121 Towne St. and is owned by John and Morgan Nealon. In the announcement, Morgan said the menu will feature familiar Italian favorites, along with new dishes, and the kitchen will be led by Executive Chef Rick O’Connor. Some appetizers include steamed clams with Calabrian chili butter and Crostini with whipped…
Husband, Wife Hold Grand Opening For New Italian Restaurant In Fairfield County Husband, Wife Hold Grand Opening For New Italian Restaurant In Fairfield County
Husband, Wife Hold Grand Opening For New Italian Restaurant In Fairfield County A husband and wife who opened a brand-new Italian eatery in Fairfield County are working to make sure their guests feel at home from the moment they step through the restaurant's doors.  Constantino’s of Greenwich hosted its grand opening on Sunday, May 15. The restaurant is located at 699 West Putnam Ave. in Greenwich. Owners Michael and Robyn Bordes began working to open their own restaurant together in July and went through a lengthy approval process. “It was definitely a lengthier process than we anticipated," Robyn said. "But it worked out, and we’re opened, and we’re t…
Restaurant Offering Classic Italian Cuisine Set To Open In Fairfield County Restaurant Offering Classic Italian Cuisine Set To Open In Fairfield County
Restaurant Offering Classic Italian Cuisine Set To Open In Fairfield County A new restaurant offering classic Italian cuisine will soon open in Fairfield County. Cugine’s Italian is expected to open its doors at 121 Towne St. in Harbor Point in Stamford sometime this spring, according to representatives. Restauranteurs John and Morgan Nealon are the owners. “Our goal with Cugine’s is to offer not only Harbor Point, but Fairfield County as a whole, an entirely new Italian dining experience,” John said in a statement. “This sophisticated restaurant will invite our guests to take a step back in time and dine in the era of Frank Sinatra, with dark interiors and furnit…
Brand-New Restaurant Serves Up Traditional Italian Dishes In Fairfield County Brand-New Restaurant Serves Up Traditional Italian Dishes In Fairfield County
Brand-New Restaurant Serves Up Traditional Italian Dishes In Fairfield County A brand-new restaurant in Fairfield County is serving up a wide selection of traditional Italian dishes.  Mamma Bella Cucina & Pizzeria officially opened on Sunday, May 1 at 19 North Water St. in Norwalk. Joe Giuliano and Anthony Sandolo are the co-owners. Mamma Bella Cucina & PizzeriaMamma Bella Cucina & Pizzeria Giuliano said opening a restaurant was always a dream of his, and he and Sandolo jumped at the opportunity to open their own place. Giuliano said his father previously owned a restaurant, so he grew up with an understanding of the business. The menu features cla…
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open First CT Location In Fairfield County Popular Restaurant Chain To Open First CT Location In Fairfield County
Popular Restaurant Chain To Open First CT Location In Fairfield County A chain of restaurants that specialize in build-your-own poke bowls is opening its first Connecticut location in Fairfield County. Island Fin Poké has announced plans to open the location at 136 East Putnam Ave. in Greenwich. The restaurant is expected to open at the end of April. “There are many other people like me in Greenwich who are passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but there is nothing in the area that draws them in with a welcoming atmosphere and fulfills their need for clean, value-oriented delicious food,” said Jamie Darnow, the owner of the new location. “I h…
Martha Stewart To Open Restaurant Named After Northern Westchester Town This Spring Martha Stewart To Open Restaurant Named After Northern Westchester Town This Spring
Martha Stewart To Open Restaurant Named After Northern Westchester Town This Spring Martha Stewart will soon open a restaurant that pays homage to the New York town where she has been a longtime resident. The exact opening date of “The Bedford,” has not yet been announced, but the restaurant, which will be in Las Vegas, is scheduled to open in the spring of 2022, according to Paris Las Vegas. The eatery was designed by Stewart and takes inspiration from her country farmhouse in the hamlet of Katonah, located in the town of Bedford in Northern Westchester County. It will have 194 seats and serve seasonally-inspired American cuisine. "It's a charming restaurant," Stewart t…
Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe
Friendly’s Opens First Fast-Casual Cafe Restaurant chain Friendly's has launched its first fast-casual cafe.  The company announced that it has opened its first "Friendly's Cafe" in Hampden County, Massachusetts.  The eatery is located at 291 East Main St. in Westfield. It opened on Saturday, Feb. 26, representatives said.  The 2,700 square-foot location seats 45 guests. Guests can either order directly at the counter or use a QR code at the table to have food delivered, Friendly's said.  Orders can also be placed online and either delivered or picked up at designated "to-go" areas. "Friendly's Cafe de…
Connecticut 'Hot Chicken' Restaurant To Expand To Second Location Connecticut 'Hot Chicken' Restaurant To Expand To Second Location
Connecticut 'Hot Chicken' Restaurant To Expand To Second Location A Connecticut restaurant that specializes in crispy, spicy chicken dishes is preparing to open a second location. The owners of Haven Hot Chicken, located in New Haven, are preparing to add a second location in Orange. The new, 1,400-square-foot restaurant will be located at 550 Boston Post Road, representatives said. The Orange location will have the same menu as the New Haven location, offering signature chicken dishes, which include sandwiches, tenders, nuggets, and more. Guests also can choose the level of spice they want for their chicken orders.   The restaurant also serv…
Popular Family-Run Pizzeria Opens New CT Location Popular Family-Run Pizzeria Opens New CT Location
Popular Family-Run Pizzeria Opens New CT Location A popular Connecticut eatery has opened a new location for slices and takeout of what many call some of the best pizza in the state. Zuppardi’s Apizza, located on Union Avenue in West Haven, has opened the new store at 58 Beaver St. in Ansonia. It officially opened for business on Wednesday, Feb. 2 to much fanfare with a ribbon-cutting and speeches. The Ansonia location’s owner, Jimmy Ormrod, whose mother Lori Pearce Zuppardi and Aunt Cheryl Pearce Zuppardi, co-own the West Haven Zuppardi’s, said on Facebook they were "very excited for this newest adventure." Open since 1934, in what bega…
New Indian Eatery Focusing On Takeout Opens For Business In Fairfield County New Indian Eatery Focusing On Takeout Opens For Business In Fairfield County
New Indian Eatery Focusing On Takeout Opens For Business In Fairfield County The owners of a restaurant specializing in Indian cuisine have opened a brand-new location for takeout and delivery in Fairfield County. Jaipore Xpress began serving customers in the Ridgefield area on Monday, Jan. 24, according to Jeevan Pullan, who co-owns the eatery with Roshan Balan. The two also own Jaipore Royal Indian Cuisine in neighboring Putnam County, in Brewster. Pullan said plans have been in the works for the new space for nearly a year now, but due to the pandemic, there were some delays. “We’re finally here," he said.  He added that for the time being, the new location w…
Popular Restaurant Opens New Location In Fairfield County Popular Restaurant Opens New Location In Fairfield County
Popular Restaurant Opens New Location In Fairfield County A popular restaurant has opened a new location in Fairfield County. Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill, located at the Playhouse Square at 275 Post Road East in Westport, officially opened its doors on Monday, Nov. 8. The new business will also host a grand opening a ribbon cutting beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, according to representatives. The event will include free food giveaways and Salsa Fresca merchandise, and First Selectman Jim Marpe and other elected officials are scheduled to visit the eatery for the ribbon cutting. “This is an exciting time for the entire Salsa Fresca…
Iconic New Haven Pizzeria Opening Location In Fairfield County Iconic New Haven Pizzeria Opening Location In Fairfield County
Iconic New Haven Pizzeria Opening Location In Fairfield County Coal-fired pizza lovers in Fairfield County can get ready for a gooey slice of deliciousness when iconic Sally's Apizza, a New Haven landmark, opens a new location in Stamford. The new location, slated to open this summer, will continue the tradition of offering its famous "charred" pizzas. "We've seen people from other states and even other countries make the journey to New Haven for our craveable tomato sauce and addictive charred pies," said Rob Nelson, Sally's director of Hospitality.  The New Haven location.Yelp The first new location, at 66 Summer St., in Stamford, measures over …