This review is an emotional outpouring…read more Stew Leonard's (SL) has been a part of my life for 55 years. I first came to this store soon after it opened, when it was much smaller and the only SL store. I now live a few hours away from any of the stores, but 2 SL shopping bags are among those my family uses regularly. I still go here and to other SLs when it's opportune, and the close relationship between SL and my family culminated when, upon his passing, SL SR. was placed a few strides away from my parents at Willowbrook Cemetery (rated 5). Over the years our family developed a close personal connection with the store. My mother became good friends with the head chef there (the prepared foods are excellent--I still always get the ambrosia salad when I'm there!). Sorry I don't recall his name. He was there from at least the mid 90s to the early 2000s. As my mother grew older we started having increasing numbers of SL items as side dishes at our holiday meals. In 2001 when she died we had SL provide the whole Thanksgiving dinner. I recall going in and speaking to the head chef, informing him of my mother's passing. He said he had wondered what had happened to her and missed her. The connection between our family and the store grew with my wife and kids. When we got engaged I got my wife's parents a SL gift basket, complete with Elsa the cheese cow. We would all visit this store and some of the others while traveling, enjoying the ice cream on site and bringing non-perishables back home, as well as apple cider in season--we'd bring the coolers for that. I don't know if my mother ever met either the Senior or Junior proprietor. I won't say I 'met' either of them, but I did encounter them both together once. There were no intros, and it was brief and terse. It was early summer 1979 or '80; like many college students, I thought SL would be a good summer 'gig'. I went to apply and found no parking spaces, but saw another parking lot across the street. I parked there and two men, one old one young, both dressed business formal, went walking past. The older one asked why I was parking there. I noticed the SL employee-only sign only then; I said I was going to apply for a job. He insisted there were none available. I started to say I would like to just leave an application, but he cut me off, saying again "there are no jobs!" [Please continue reading in the review space for the Stew Leonard's store in Danbury. There wasn't enough space here to complete my review. Thank you.]

Best supermarket in new england ! I mean all of new england , besides fairway in NY this place tops…read morein both experience and food selection

Harbor Lights is your choice for the more formal dining room approach to seafood in Norwalk. Good…read moreindoor or outdoor options although the sun and heat had us choose indoor more than once. The seafood is fresh, well presented and tasty. Definitely runs traditional but not in a tired way. The crab stuffed shrimp (see picture) had real connection with the spinach and beurre blanc and as a result the jasmine rice was not dry or incidental to the dish. Service was good although we may have benefited from being a welcome no drama reprieve for our waiter. Given this is Norwalk and next to the harbor, it is perhaps not a shock to learn that entitlement could be on display. It literally was the "a lobster for you, a lobster for you, a lobster for you" kind of approach to ordering at the next table. And then come on man, really? The lobster is served and then you decide you want a sandwich instead and send it back? Showing off for both your kid and for your friend? Perhaps it my Midwest background that makes this so cringe worthy, but let's just say there is a risk of running into more money than sense.

I wish I could leave this place negative 100 stars. We…read moreordered one glass of prosecco, six oysters, a steak sandwich, and shrimp on a croissant. Thirty minutes later, the oysters finally arrived. One was just an empty shell, another looked like it had already been chewed and put back, and the rest were completely dried out. We immediately sent them back. Then, instead of my steak sandwich, I received the wrong order entirely. My wife's $30 croissant had what looked like one tiny shrimp cut in half, while the rest was mostly celery and mayo. After waiting even longer, we asked to speak with a manager, who took another 15 minutes to come over. We explained that we were unhappy with both the food and the service and that we wanted to leave. Shockingly, she told us they prioritize serving their "important clients" first and that we were not a priority because they had a party spending more money. We honestly could not believe what we were hearing. She then told us we had to pay or she would call the police, even though we did not touch the food. Then she asked us to pay $12 for the prosecco. We gave her $20, waited for our change, but she never returned. We left very disappointed and appalled, and we will absolutely never come back.

on a long drive from Springfield MA to NJ and back, decided to take a road break. what a nice…read morelittle bakery! The man who helped us was such a nice guy, and the vanilla cupcake with coconut and cookies were delicious!

Terrible experience. I emailed to inquire and hopefully place an order for a birthday party…read more(approx. 70 cupcakes). The person (Maggie) got back to me via phone and was very helpful but had to follow up with th owner on a couple of questions on the design and toppers, but was certain that the bakery can follow through. A week went by, nothing. I called and left a message for her, nothing. I did the same the following week, nothing. I even emailed her again, nothing. I wasted 2 weeks waiting on them to get back to me as I did not want to commit to other bakeries out of respect for them. But now I will. What a complete waste of time.

Delicious homemade ice cream! I love the creative flavors and the service is always quick!! Locally…read moreowned. There's some tables inside to sit. My family loves getting the ice cream flight to go and trying different flavors

The owner was friendly the ice cream was delicious. We were able to sample the homemade flavors,…read morethis place was a great find on our trip.

Killer coffee. Friendly staff and quick service. Nice cute interior Good experience overallread more

Good coffee always made right and fresh very friendly and respectful stuff service it's pretty fast.read more

You must absolutely try the cannoli crunch! It was to die for the service was quick and with a…read moresmile! It was a beautiful sunny day, and everyone was out and about! I've been told this is a landmark in this town and everyone loves it. I suggest trying it.!!!

I've been here a good number of times and I haven't been disappointed once coming here. I highly…read morerecommend the Cotton Candy & Cream Cheese Icing flavors. Service is great, I always receive it within 5 minutes even when it's busy. There's only outdoor seating.

First time here and we came to celebrate my Uncle's 70th Birthday. The restaurant is right on the…read morewater, so the views are absolutely amazing. The hostesses greeted us warmly, and we chose to sit out on the deck to take in the scenery. It was breezy and comfortable. It's a long drive from NY, so we arrived hungry. We asked for bread, but they typically don't serve it until dinner. Thankfully, our waitress understood and made it happen, bringing out two baskets for our party of eight, lifesaver! Drinks were great, and we started with the seafood tower (tip: get two if your group is larger than four). For mains, we ordered a variety-lobster roll, burger, tuna tartare, fish and chips, steak and eggs, and the kids' tuna and fries. Everything was fresh and flavorful, and the service stayed friendly and attentive throughout. Only downside: there was a $5 per person fee for the cake we brought in, plus a waiver to sign. Still, overall it was a wonderful experience with good food, beautiful views, and a lovely place to celebrate a special occasion.

Stunning waterside restaurant. Interior is gorgeous and back patio is open for Al fresco dining…read more Double check what days it's open as it changes with the seasons. The harvest salad is one of the best around!

Amazing Italian food. Personal service $$$ 1/2…read more I ordered sausage and hand-made ravioli. Also they have a deli.

This is the Italian deli that you want to go when you are craving for good Italian sandwiches and…read moreother specialties. The service is always great and the food too. Lots of options. Fresh and tasty. Also you they offer a small section of groceries imported from Italy. The prices are affordable.

This is a small little cafe tucked on Orchard Street, so not very visible from the main road. It…read morecaters to the large apartment complexes that have opened on West Ave. I have never seen it to be busy, and it is more of a coffee shop with some sandwiches and desserts. If you want to enjoy some quiet time while sipping coffee, this is a nice place to hang out at.

This coffee shop vibe is super inviting! They offer a small bites menu with delicious toasts and…read morebreakfast sandwiches as well as local baked good items. They serve local Norwalk (Strigo) coffee and offer specialty coffee menu items and rotating options. A favorite is their iced maple bourbon latte. This cafe also offers a unique menu especially around matchas and coffee alternatives (like mushroom-based adaptogenic drinks) with a lot of options to choose from! There is street parking, wifi, tables to work at and outside seating on a nice day!

Food is delicious and fresh! Customer service was excellent! Definitely found my new favorite spot!!read more

I came here on a lark one afternoon hoping to avoid the bored-as-shit, laconic-looking staff…read morenapping over at the Dry Dock Cafe up the street as well as to avoid kicking out a senseless gratuity to an ungrateful, unhelpful waitresses. I had read some suspiciously positive reviews about Dairy King on Yelp, and ordered a cheeseburger and fries. I get that generations of Norwalkers and others have fond memories of their time here, and it was with that fact in mind that I ignored my intuition and entered the outdated, near-empty facade just after noon. For the new and unititiated, a word of admonition: do not let your senses fool you. Dairy King looks like a dive, and tastes like a dive, and not in any delicious way. I get that going pretty much anywhere for ice cream on a hot summer day is fun. What I do not get are comments here asserting that Dairy King's food, particularly their burgers are anything more than mediocre, studiously average at best, and a dubious step up over major chains. To all who will, in the the romantic twilight after Little League games or movies, arrive at Dairy King hungry and ready and willing to scarf down just about anything, I hope for your sake that good experiences continue, that fine memories of family and friends are created and then savored in the hopefully delicious silence of your unfolding life. But for me Dairy King is far behind even the middle of the pack in it's chosen catagory, my days of eating "just about anything" are well behind me, and Dairy King will have to take it the rest of the way without me, at least until the day the real estate developers lean on City Hall to condemn that section of Main Avenue (under a phonied-up interpretation of the eminent domain statutes) and Dairy King inevitably (and blessedly) falls to the wrecking ball, destined to become mixed-use retail with residential up above.