Being from the area I'm shocked I never seen or heard of this place…read more The physical bar area is very pretty with a nice warm chimney to sit by. The staff was great- very friendly, especially Juan the bartender! They had a great array of food to choose from and what I enjoyed most is that they have cauliflower pizza that they make in house and didn't yeast! This was great for someone like me who has a yeast allergy. I would like to come back give more of the other menu options a try. They have great happy hour deals and they also have live music on Saturdays, always a plus!

Service is the main issue. Food was okay, average at best but service was unacceptable.read more

The Granola Bar is an interestingly titled restaurant in the beautiful town of Darien, Connecticut…read more When I first heard the name, I thought it was a frozen yogurt kind of shop with healthy toppings like granola, fruit, etc. but it's actually a full on breakfast and lunch spot with many options, some quite hearty. While the breakfast and brunch menu items were tempting, I was in the mood for a good old fashioned burger. There's just one on the menu, with specific toppings but I just got a regular cheddar cheese one with avocado and mayo on the side. The result was delicious and just what I needed on that gorgeous day. I actually started with a cookies & cream vanilla iced latte, and believe it or not it actually wasn't overly sweet and very well balanced. I tasted a strawberry ginger lemonade that someone else ordered which was great too, actually having strawberry fruit pieces in there. The interior was nice and bright, with kind of a nautical vibe which wouldn't be out of place since this area is very close to the ocean. The service was great, so for sure check out this fun spot if you're in the area!

We've been here many, many times. We always get a Brussels and kale salsas with grilled or…read moreblackened salmon. They made some edits in that the salad overall was not warm and the sprouts were usually shredded and the kale was finely chopped. This was much different in that it wasn't chopped, shredded or warmed. It was extremely odd in that there were huge leaves of kale that weren't chopped. It was off putting. We spoke to the waitress and they said it was slightly different. They took the pile of kale away and were very kind about it. I think they comped one salad but that wasn't the intent. It made us sad because that was an amazingly delicious salad which became a letdown.

We stopped in for lunch and had a great experience -- friendly staff, fast service, and portions…read morethat definitely don't leave you hungry. The Crock of Chili came out piping hot with melted cheddar, jalapeño, sour cream, and tortilla chips, rich and hearty from the first spoonful. The Breaded Popcorn Shrimp was crisp and well‑seasoned with a wasabi dipping sauce that added just the right kick. We ordered the Peremech Sandwich twice -- Tut's spiced ground beef wrapped in pastry with bouillon, sour cream, soy sauce, and sautéed onion -- unique, savory, and surprisingly filling. The soft‑shell crab sandwich was the standout, fresh and cooked perfectly. Overall, great staff, very good service, and large portions make Rory's a dependable spot for a solid lunch.

This is a fun cozy Irish pub in Darien. The regulars are great. The bartenders and wait staff are…read morefun and attentive. The food is amazing. Prices aren't bad at all. Stop in if you're in the area.

Best pint of Guinness in Fairfield County by far…read more Lovely staff. Reasonable prices No nonsense no fluff. Wonderful place to have a few pints!

This place is a gem. A proper Irish pub. So glad I finally tried coming here. Best place in…read moreStamford to get a pint of Guinness. Super nice bartender too.

Excellent service and delicious food from start to finish! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and…read moreserved perfectly. We were especially happy to see our server Eli is back -- always so welcoming, attentive, and friendly. They truly make the dining experience even better. Looking forward to coming back again soon!

Popcorn shrimp app - ok…read more Hamburger -good sweet potato fries- excellent Short ribs said to be needing of more flavor/seasoning Onion soup - excellent Chef salad w shrimp - good Very nice ambiance Service good.

We sat in the main dining room. There were WAY too many free-range parents with obnoxious, loud…read morechildren. Also there were several loud obnoxious entitled older folks. Not a place to have a slow quiet meal. Our server Franca was lovely and helpful. She provided excellent, personable service! The food was delicious, however the sliced bread was dry/stale.

We were all very pleased with our meals and the wait staff were so attentive, I didn't even notice…read morewhen they refilled my water glass. The tables were not too crowded together, but the sound level made it difficult to hear each other.

First time eating at the restaurant - it's loud, crowded, and the food is amazing. We started with…read morethe calamari app. Prior to this they brought out bread. I ordered the short rib Ragu. Amazing. Not a red sauce but a beef stock/almost Marsala base- so yummy and if you love mushrooms this is for you. The Sunday Sauce platter is massive- and has a ton of "meat" and the linguini with clam sauce has real clams in shell. Everyone enjoyed their meal. So yummy! My only negative is the place needs to add some fabric pieces to absorb noise as even the wait staff had trouble hearing us. Other than that, the food is amazing.

We came for happy hour. Drinks were amazing, food was really good. Bartender was excellent. The…read moreproblem was when we moved to a table. Sometimes your server can ruin the experience and that's what happened. Our server was rude, and scolded us multiple times. A drink that I had sitting at the bar I was not able to have at the table, even though it was on the happy hour menu. She said they couldn't do anything custom. I was just removing the spice from the mango margarita. OK. The waitress was nasty with several people at the table, and it became apparent that she was trying to pad the bill. She would criticize what we ordered and say we needed a lot more than that. She scolded several people or talked down in a rude fashion. She would disappear without checking on the table. We had to chase down people to find out what happened to some of the cocktails. Hmmm... I think I will opt for the polite bartender who made a fabulous drink and stay at the bar next time.

Nestled in the corner of a cute shopping center in Darien, this restaurant is a must try! Located…read moreoff the metro north station and with various parking options, it's easily accessible! From the cute interior, to the friendly service and good food, you're bound to have a great experience here. My family and I went here to celebrate my dad's retirement. I ordered one of their gin based signature cocktails, as well as their clam linguine. My sister ordered their poke bowl (highly recommend!) and my dad ordered one of their salads with salmon. Everything was delicious!

Seamore's restaurants focus on sustainable seafood, and I've been to the Chelsea and Dumbo…read morelocation. The one in Darien is relatively new and is very conveniently located right by the train station. The decor is stylish with a nautical theme that is very nice fitting for a seafood restaurant. They have outdoor seating and a nice bar area. We sat in one of the booths, which are high up but have a bar where you can rest your feet comfortably. James was our server, and he was great at explaining the menu and answered all of our questions regarding the food. I ordered the miso salmon entrée and my friend got the reel deal with salmon. The salmon was very nicely seasoned and cooked perfectly. The vegetables were delicious, cooked al dente so they were firm and full of flavor. I only wish they would have given a bigger piece of avocado since the slice was tiny. Prices are on the pricy side but not outrageous.