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Greenwich Restaurant Ranks As One Of Best Spots In State To Grab Burger Greenwich Restaurant Ranks As One Of Best Spots In State To Grab Burger
Greenwich Restaurant Ranks As One Of Best Spots In State To Grab Burger It's National Cheeseburger Day. And if you're looking for a great burger to celebrate, here are some of the best-reviewed spots in Connecticut according to Yelp.  Hungry Bull Burger Co. — 381 Farmington Ave. in Plainville View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hungry Bull Burger Co. (@hungrybullburgerco) This Hartford County burger joint boasts a nearly perfect score on Yelp! with a 4.8 out of 5 stars rating. In fact, 80 of the restaurant's 94 reviews gave it a perfect score.  Highlighted review: "Awesome first visit t…

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by Josh Lanier
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This CT Restaurant Among Top 100 In US According To New Rankings This CT Restaurant Among Top 100 In US According To New Rankings
This CT Restaurant Among Top 100 In US According To New Rankings It takes a lot of five-star reviews and enthusiastic diners to be named one of OpenTable's Top 100 restaurants for the year. But Litchfield County's Arethusa al Tavolo, located in the borough of Bantam, not only was selected, it was the only restaurant in the state to have the honor. The quaint restaurant opened its doors in June 2013 and touts itself as an American restaurant with a farm-to-table esthetic that also happens to have a dairy store (formerly the Bantam Firehouse) for producing some of the finest products for its daily menu, according to OpenTable.  The menu features a w…

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by Kathy Reakes
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This Iconic CT Eatery Serves Best Cheeseburger In State, Report Says: 'To Die For' This Iconic CT Eatery Serves Best Cheeseburger In State, Report Says: 'To Die For'
This Iconic CT Eatery Serves Best Cheeseburger In State, Report Says: 'To Die For' An iconic Connecticut eatery with a 75-year history has been named as having the best cheeseburger in the entire state, according to new rankings from Yelp.  Hartford County's Shady Glen Dairy Stores, located in Manchester at 840 Middle Turnpike East (Route 44), has been singled out as having the best cheeseburger in the Nutmeg State, according to a new 2023 list of the top burgers in every state released by Yelp.  According to the website, the list was compiled by identifying restaurants with a large number of reviews mentioning cheeseburgers. These eateries were then ranked usin…

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by Ben Crnic
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This Eatery Gets Thumb's Up From Popular Pizza Authority During Tour Of CT Restaurants This Eatery Gets Thumb's Up From Popular Pizza Authority During Tour Of CT Restaurants
This Eatery Gets Thumb's Up From Popular Pizza Authority During Tour Of CT Restaurants The CEO of Barstool Sports (and a go-to pizza reviewer on social media) made sure to stop by a popular eatery during a tour of hotspots in Connecticut. Camille's Wood Fired Pizza, located at 23 Fieldstone Commons in the town of Tolland, was praised by Dave Portney, who has become well-known for his Twitter and YouTube pizza reviews, on Wednesday, June 14.  Portney prefaced his first bite into the pie by saying that wood-fired pizza, like Camille's, is not his favorite. But, he praised Camille's for having less of the "flop" that wood-fired pizzas often have.  "Good," he said through his f…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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New Fairfield County Eatery Praised As 'Five-Star Michelin Quality Restaurant' New Fairfield County Eatery Praised As 'Five-Star Michelin Quality Restaurant'
New Fairfield County Eatery Praised As 'Five-Star Michelin Quality Restaurant' A new American fusion restaurant in Northern Fairfield County has delighted diners in the months since its launching. Dragonfly, located in Bethel at 55 Stony Hill Road, opened its doors to the public in November of 2022.  Already, the cozy cottage-style eatery has gotten rave reviews for its selection of dishes and intimate atmosphere. Posted by Dragonfly on Thursday, December 8, 2022 "Fantastic dinner," wrote Joann A. of Danbury on the restaurant's Yelp page. "Great vibe & can't wait to dine outside." She noted that she enjoyed her crab cake appetizer and scallop with risotto en…

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by Sophie Grieser
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New Fairfield County Restaurant Praised For 'Exquisite Food, Good Service' New Fairfield County Restaurant Praised For 'Exquisite Food, Good Service'
New Fairfield County Restaurant Praised For 'Exquisite Food, Good Service' A Fairfield County restaurant that opened this spring has seen positive feedback from some early customers, who praised its menu and service. The Cottage opened in Greenwich on Tuesday, March 22. According to the owners, the restaurant, located at 49 Greenwich Ave., offers dishes created by owner and executive chef Brian Lewis, with a focus on using ingredients from local purveyors and farmers. Lewis also owns a location in Westport, which opened its doors in 2015. "So thrilled about the addition of The Cottage on the avenue!" Emma I. wrote in a Yelp review. "After visiting the Westp…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular CT Eatery's First Fairfield County Location Off To Strong Start Popular CT Eatery's First Fairfield County Location Off To Strong Start
Popular CT Eatery's First Fairfield County Location Off To Strong Start Just two months in and a popular sandwich shop's 16th location in the Northeast is off to a strong start and making a name for itself in Fairfield County. Located in Norwalk, the new Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe is racking up plenty of five-star reviews online and building a loyal following of the already popular franchise that has restaurants across the region.  "Since opening, customers that are familiar with Nardelli's are already saying 'We're so glad you're finally open and you're here,' and customers that didn't already know Nardelli's are quickly becoming repeat customers," said Ma…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Pho Fans, New Vietnamese Restaurant, Debuts In Fairfield County Pho Fans, New Vietnamese Restaurant, Debuts In Fairfield County
Pho Fans, New Vietnamese Restaurant, Debuts In Fairfield County A new pho restaurant in Fairfield County is quickly making a name for itself with local online reviewers for having flavorful, "authentic" Vietnamese food.  Visitors to Pho Fans in Darien will not only find a lovely interior and yummy smells but food that truly provide a visit to the dining spots of Vietnam as well. Pho, a soup with rice noodles and different types of broths, meats, and vegetables has gained a following across the US with shops popping up everywhere. One complaint, they aren't the real deal. From a glance at Yelp reviews, that doesn't seem to be the case at Pho Fans Darie…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Popular Eatery Opens New Location In Fairfield County Popular Eatery Opens New Location In Fairfield County
Popular Eatery Opens New Location In Fairfield County If you need breakfast or lunch fast but don't want fast food then you need to check out a Fairfield County restaurant that started out as a food truck and now has two storefronts and the trucks. Tasty Yolk known for its Bridgeport location as well as its food trucks, has just opened the new location in Stratford. What started with two friends opening a single food truck in 2016 has grown into a full-fledged business model that has foodies, food reviewers, and locals clamoring for more.  The Stratford location is at 3530 Main St. The Bridgeport location is at 2992 Fairfield Ave. …

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by Kathy Reakes
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New Restaurant In Fairfield County Cited For 'Great Pizza, Great Service' New Restaurant In Fairfield County Cited For 'Great Pizza, Great Service'
New Restaurant In Fairfield County Cited For 'Great Pizza, Great Service' Sizzling pizzas and heaping pasta dishes mixed with great service have made one new Fairfield County restaurant a must-visit spot. Bari167 in Stamford, which opened late last year, is off to a good start by offering diners and foodies just what they -- good food with great service. The menu is just what you would expect at a high-end Italian restaurant, but the prices won't shrink your wallet, and the to-go service, a must in these times, is fast and efficient.  Foodies from across the region have been singing the praises of Bari167 online with stellar five-star reviews in almost every in…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Fairfield County Eatery Offers Both Italian & Hibachi Favorites Fairfield County Eatery Offers Both Italian & Hibachi Favorites
Fairfield County Eatery Offers Both Italian & Hibachi Favorites From sushi rolls to pepperoni pizza, a Fairfield County restaurant is offering customers cuisine from around the globe. East Meets West Pizza & Hibachi Restaurant, also known as Nico's, is located at 175 Main St. in Danbury.  In addition to custom pies and traditional Italian dishes, the menu also includes unique pies such as the "Kung Fu Pizza," made with lobster salad, pineapple, avocado and kabayaki sauce. The eatery's selection of hibachi dishes includes vegetables, chicken, salmon, filet mignon and more. Guests can also order sushi, sashimi and fried rice. For dessert,…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Popular CT Restaurant Offers 'Homegrown' Meals, Unique Cocktail Menu Popular CT Restaurant Offers 'Homegrown' Meals, Unique Cocktail Menu
Popular CT Restaurant Offers 'Homegrown' Meals, Unique Cocktail Menu A popular, tradition-rich northern Connecticut restaurant seeks to offer its guests "homegrown" meals through its seasonal menu.  Stone Row Kitchen + Bar is a Windham County staple located at 948 Main St. in Willimantic.  The restaurant opened in 2009 and was formerly known as Cafémantic, before relaunching as Stone Row in 2020. Owners said the restaurant has become a community cornerstone "both as a gathering place for the neighborhood and as a showcase for regional farmers, foragers, and fishers." Stone Row's menu includes main courses such as its grass-fed burg…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Greenwich Eatery Cited For Top-Notch Burgers, Reasonable Prices Greenwich Eatery Cited For Top-Notch Burgers, Reasonable Prices
Greenwich Eatery Cited For Top-Notch Burgers, Reasonable Prices A local burger joint that reopened to in-person dining in June and makes its patties in-house from ground chuck and porterhouse earned high marks on Yelp for their top-notch burgers and reasonable prices.  The Greenwich eatery, open on Delvan Avenue since 2007 and simply known as Burgers Shakes and Fries or "BSF," sells burgers starting at $10. All patties can be substituted for a vegetarian alternative, and diners can choose between potato buns, white bread, whole-wheat bread, rye toast or a gluten-free option for bread.  All the burgers are made fresh and are served on regular t…

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by Christina Coulter
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Popular Westport Japanese Restaurant Opens New Location Popular Westport Japanese Restaurant Opens New Location
Popular Westport Japanese Restaurant Opens New Location OKO restaurant serves up fresh, seasonal and Japanese-inspired dishes in its new downtown Rye location. The Japanese-style eatery, which was first opened in Westport, specializes in providing an authentic culinary experience in a modern and lively atmosphere. Chef Brian Lewis is known for his prowess of Japanese ingredients and cooking methods. On OKO’s menu, you’ll find a plethora of fresh and authentic Japanese dishes, including: Chawanmushi (warm egg and dashi custard, king crab and scallion) Shiitake Mushroom Yakitori (strawberry umeboshi, lardo and gomashio) OKOnomiyaki (pork belly, …

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by Valerie Musson
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Chef Prasad Offers Offers Fine Indian Cuisine, And Even Cooking Classes, In New Canaan Chef Prasad Offers Offers Fine Indian Cuisine, And Even Cooking Classes, In New Canaan
Chef Prasad Offers Offers Fine Indian Cuisine, And Even Cooking Classes, In New Canaan Chef Prasad, located at 62 Main Street in New Canaan, has developed into an area staple that serves hot, fresh and authentic Indian fare. Named after head Chef Prasad Chirnomula, the eatery specializes in crafting the subtle and delicate flavors that are so well known in the four culinary regions of India. “Just as the United States is home to a melting pot of culinary traditions- so too is India, whose four regions each produce food distinct in its flavors and techniques. Chef Prasad has long hoped that eating at his restaurants will enlighten the palates of his guests to the subtleties a…

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by Valerie Musson
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TK’s American Cafe's Array Of Wings Provide Something To Crow About In Danbury TK’s American Cafe's Array Of Wings Provide Something To Crow About In Danbury
TK’s American Cafe's Array Of Wings Provide Something To Crow About In Danbury Chicken wings are considered an American classic, and TK’s American Cafe serves them up right. Located at 255 White Street in Danbury, TK’s American Cafe - which is more like a sports bar - is going on its third decade of providing exemplary food and drink combos to local residents. Good luck choosing just one of the eatery’s 76 flavors of sauces. Whether you prefer mild, sweet wings or smoky, spicy wings with a kick, you can pig out to your heart’s content with TK’s American Cafe’s whopping wing sauce menu. Also on the menu are your classic bar food staples: fried delights like mac n’ che…

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by Valerie Musson
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Greenwich's Char Restaurant Specializes In Seafood With Mediterranean Flavors Greenwich's Char Restaurant Specializes In Seafood With Mediterranean Flavors
Greenwich's Char Restaurant Specializes In Seafood With Mediterranean Flavors Char Restaurant has been serving up specialty seafood and flavorful Mediterranean fare in Greenwich for more than half a decade. Located at 2 S. Water Street, the eatery uses locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible to provide fresh and authentic seafood, burgers, steaks, chicken, salads and more. The wide array of lunch and dinner options makes the locale perfect for guests with both simple or more refined tastes. The contemporary atmosphere of Char can be attributed to its use of reclaimed wood throughout the building as well as its antique pine cabinetry. Its modernized lighting fix…

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by Valerie Musson
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Niko's Grill & Sub Offers Plenty More Than Its Signature Greek Menu Niko's Grill & Sub Offers Plenty More Than Its Signature Greek Menu
Niko's Grill & Sub Offers Plenty More Than Its Signature Greek Menu If you’re looking for a Greek restaurant that offers fresh, authentic cuisine in a contemporary atmosphere, Niko’s Grill & Subs is bound to be your new ‘gyro.’ Located at 15 Backus Avenue in Danbury, Niko’s has been in the business of providing affordable and delicious Greek offerings for more than five years. From classics like tzatziki, souvlaki and gyros to more eccentric offerings like falafels, salads and flatbreads, Niko’s menu provides the distinct opportunity to sample the staple flavors of Greece. Of course, the restaurant also features some classic American fare for those wh…

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by Valerie Musson
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Popular Fairfield County Eatery Debuts With New Locale In Northern Westchester Popular Fairfield County Eatery Debuts With New Locale In Northern Westchester
Popular Fairfield County Eatery Debuts With New Locale In Northern Westchester Ibiza Tapas, one of Danbury’s most popular eateries, has a new locale - Ibiza Kitchen in Chappaqua. Located at 76 King St., Ibiza Kitchen opened in mid-December and mimics the offerings at its Danbury locale. Executive Chef Ignacio Blanco has been serving up Spanish cuisine for two decades and aims to bring a modern twist to some classic dishes. Ibiza Kitchen’s menu features Spanish classics such as: Txangurro: A dish made with Maryland blue crab, avocado, red onions, bell peppers and Romesco alioli Costillitas: Slow cooked baby back ribs served with broccoli rabe, chorizo, potato puree …

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by Valerie Musson