Updating my review since the new menu change. Came for brunch today and had such a great time. The…read morebuttermilk pancakes are top tier!! Definitely get this if you're in the mood for a sweet treat. They're also very filling -- only got through 1.5 pancakes. The chicken sando was also pleasantly surprising! We enjoyed everything about this brunch!

Manager was unpleasant and rude Had exceptional service from…read morethe servers However manager ruined the whole experience and acted very unprofessional Much rather go spend 25$ for a burger at bar rosso. Atleast they are nice there

My husband and I stopped in for a nice meal while in downtown Stamford, and we were impressed!…read moreTruly a great place for a seafood lover. The lobster mac and cheese was delicious, and we liked how you could choose any cooking method, fish, sauce, and side to make your own meal. Our waitress was attentive and friendly, with everything coming out from the kitchen in timely manner. Loved the vibe as well!

Absolutely love their happy hour! It's one of the better ones in Stamford…read more Low priced bites and cocktails The pork belly lollipops are delicious The star of this place, as the name says is their fish. The branzino in the beurre la blanc sauce is 10/10. Also surprisingly really enjoyed their short rib pasta!!! The menu has something for everyone not just seafood. The restaurant is pretty and it's nice to sit at the bar area

We were traveling through Stamford and happened by Flinders, had an absolutely excellent…read moreexperience. Food was delicious and unique. Highly enjoyed the crispy duck. The staff, esp our server Eric, were kind and helpful, plus the location is just beautiful. Will come back again!

My husband and I recently hosted our baby shower for our first baby at Flinder's last weekend…read more(3/21/26), and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. We hosted roughly 55 people and utilized the entire restaurant for our private event (restaurant buyout). From the onset, Ross and Eric (Mgr. + Assistant Mgr.) were incredibly friendly, responsive to all my questions via email, and agreed to meet not once, but TWICE in-person to ensure all details were accounted for, and that our requests would be accommodated. The event ran smoothly because of their professionalism and attention to detail. During the event, the kitchen, bar, and wait staff were incredibly attentive, kind, friendly, and honestly felt like part of the party the entire time. Our family and friends raved about the entire experience, including the service, the food, and the configuration of the space. We left smiling from ear-to-ear, and are incredibly grateful to everyone at Flinder's for helping to make our baby shower a great success!

Visiting the area from Los Angeles for business so I really wanted a diner for a dinner option. My…read moreserver was very polite and the free parking lot in back was easy but it was not my favorite diner experience of the year. Inside is fairly small but the tables are large and can host groups up to six per table. They do have a giant menu filled with all sorts of options, some of them are pretty crazy, especially the influencer section of the menu. I started off with a cup of the chili and wasn't a huge fan of it. It tasted more like the Cincinnati chili and had a large amount of oil. For my entrée, I chose the cheesesteak and was hoping it was going to be like a traditional Philly style, but it wasn't quite. I liked it more than the chili but still made me wish that I ordered a tuna melt or something else. I would give it a try again on a future visit but would want to try it again before I recommend.

Everyone has their off days. This place however shocked me today. It isn't our first time eating at…read morethis restaurant, and every other time things have been great. Today was the first time we've eaten here in years. We were seated immediately but we waited more than 40 minutes for the food to come. We watched people leave because they could not wait for their food any longer. At first, I thought a chef must have called out. When our food finally came, I was forced to look at the most unappealing home fries that were molded to the plastic container they were stored in. At least try to make them look fresh bru. And the whole restaurant was cold. I was cold. The food was cold. This place should be called COLD Street Diner, am I right? And the coffee refill came like once. In the whole hour and a half we were there. The only times someone would walk by was to clear a table, or that guy idk who he is idk if he's the owner but he was wearing balenciaga sweatpants and then he would just go stand by the register to sip on some wine. My mother ordered the huevos rancheros and they were bland asl. I ordered the birria omelette and it was BLAND EVERYTHING WAS BLAND!!! The birria was just wet it didn't taste like anything bro. We haven't been to the Norwalk location but a lady sitting next to us noticed that we weren't happy with our food and she was speculating that all the good cooks got transferred there. Whether it's the cooks to blame, or the fact that it's a busy Saturday, it's safe to say we will not be coming back.

Typical I don't write many reviews but my experience was too good to not share. Eloquent dishes,…read moreLump Crab medallions and Bronzino were memorable. Our server Jim suggested with a bottle of Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc. My family could not stop speaking about the decor. Thank again for such a great experience!

We came here with our family for our grandson's high school graduation dinner. Our kids and…read moregrandson live in Chappaqua. A charming and romantic setting. We had the private dining room because we were a party of 10. Very nice menu and an excellent wine list but on the pricey side. Started with crispy Calamari with a lemon caper tartar and a crispy artichoke with lemon aioli, Friese, peppers, and pecorino cheese. Both were very good. For mains. my wife ordered the scallops with mushrooms and asparagus risotto. She truly enjoyed it. I opted for the herb crusted lamb loin since I am a rack of lamb lover. It came with farro and sautéed spinach. Unfortunately I was disappointed. Others in the group raved about the pork chop. For dessert, we tried the chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache and chocolate cookie crumble. Much denser than a regular mouse, very good. Also the brown butter creme Brule. Almost as good as my mine which I got the recipe from a family friend Paul Bocuse.

The hostess and waitstaff were all very friendly. Our waiter was especially patient with us. I was…read morecatching up with a friend I hadn't seen in a long time, so we got a little carried away talking and had to ask him to come back a couple of times before we were ready to order. He was totally nice about it and didn't rush us at all. Brunch done right at Sign of the Whale in Stamford We started with crispy Brussels sprouts and fresh tuna poké. The poké is a generous portion, so do yourself a favor and ask for more wonton chips. There's a small charge of $1. Well worth more chips to scoop the rest of the tuna, avocado, and cucumber marinated in teriyaki. We paired the starters with two peach bellinis and later tried a festive green mimosa created just for the Stamford St. Patrick's Day parade. The main event was a classic eggs Benedict done right--perfectly poached eggs over a thick, smoky slice of Canadian bacon, served with roasted potatoes drizzled with chipotle mayo, plus just a little fresh fruit on the side. Street parking can be a little challenging in the area because of the nearby offices and residential high-rises. However, there's a free underground parking garage literally around the corner from the restaurant, which makes things much easier. Parking ended up not being an issue at all.

Had a chill Valentine's Eve at Sign of the Whale The place…read moreis really nice to hang out, and the servers were super helpful and friendly -- shoutout to Shannon for being so kind and attentive. Food review: Calamari Rhode Island - spicy, but not the best I've had Coconut shrimp - a bit too sweet for my taste Fairfield chicken cutlet - didn't really enjoy it, the chicken was quite hard Overall, the food was okay, but the vibe and service make it a great spot to hang out with friends or for a casual night out.

Would give it a 2.5. The food is fine. It's never great, and I've never been wowed. The shrimp…read moremaren is good as well as the chicken sandwich but, still not worth going back for. The staff is always very friendly and attentive. Classic white tablecloth restaurant with a decent amount of seating.

This is where everyone in Stamford should eat! Great menu…read moreincluding specials - service par excellence! Manny is a wonderful chef. Comfortable interior with quiet ambiance. We will be back!!

Sorry that this review was sitting in my drafts since December!…read more Came here after work for happy hour. At first I got a little anxious because the bar was so busy, and loud. what stood out most was the service from Jenna, who was honestly a great bartender and really made the night feel welcoming. I wish I could say the same for the other bartender I saw, who came off a bit uncourteous to a man who accidentally spilled his shot. I tried a couple of their happy hour bites. The pineapple chili wings were juicy, flavorful, and good. On the other hand, my friend's garlic parm was kind of dry and flat in flavor, which was disappointing. Drinks were okay, but mine felt a bit weak on the alcohol side, especially for the price. Overall, it felt a little overpriced for what we got. Good for a night out and social energy, but a bit inconsistent depending on what you order and who's working.

If you come here because it's the longest happy hour in town 4-8, get ready to be staring out an…read moreempty glass for at least 3/4th of that... absolute abysmal service during the happy hour, only checked on 1 time to put in my initial order... I'm still sitting here wondering if my server walked out on the job? 2 hours in only checked on once. The food was very standard, oysters and Brussels sprouts were good. Pizza reminded me of my middle school lunch and the fish tacos tasted... fishy. Sad hour, not happy hour this go around