This place is packed every night for a reason, great great great food!! And the waitstaff amazing a five star place. Jimmy was our waiter what a guy! So good. Can't recommend enough! read more

Sunday and Monday half price bottles, vast selection of drinks from full bar standards to mixologist nerds, thin crust pizza that's wood fired, a good deal of takeout pies happening, and amazing deserts. Try the highly understated title - chocolate chip cookies! read more

Match - Pear Gorganzola Salad - New American Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

Price doesn't even cross your mind when you eat here. Executive Chef Matt Storch is a genius. The staff works at the best level I have ever experienced. The menu is beyond innovative and there are sacrifices on portion. I highly recommend the osso buco. Match is worth taking a 1 hour drive for. read more

Good food, okay drinks and okay service. Probably won't be going back though as it's overpriced for what you get. Also, as an FYI, they include 20% gratuity on all bills. I don't have an issue with this; think it's great and more restaurants should do this! read more

Party of two. Me and my 7yo son. Took 20 min to seat with reservation, ordered in the first opportunity. 20 min later, no water, food, beverage or silverware. Then finally the appetizers arrived. But no silverware (by now, it's the 6th time I've asked). Appetizers over, 20 min later I asked for the rest of the food. Then it showed up. Cold. Won't be going again read more

Wonderful and informative wait staff. Food was wonderful with a good balance of flavor and texture. Priced fairly. read more

Match - Scalops - New American Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

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Was here Saturday night for a going away party, and it was FANTASTIC! This was my first time here, and we were a pretty large party. The waitstaff was amazing!! I had the Osso Bucco......I'm still raving about how delicious it was! Thank you Match Team!! read more

We've been going to Match in the Sono area of Norwalk, CT for a number of years and the cuisine is always absolutely delicious and gorgeous. Tonight we went to celebrate my birthday and tasted a new item on the menu (lamb medallions and asparagus four ways). We eat out a lot in Manhattan and Fairfield County as well as in Europe, and I have to say this was one of the best five dinners I've ever eaten in memory. The service is friendly and competent, and decor is industrial modern. Creative and amazing. read more

Cute place. The hubs loves the burgers but I'm a huge fan of the lobster rolls. They have great deals for lunch.

GLUTEN FREE --- BEWARE!!!! I wish I could give this place more than one star but I was lied to multiple times by the manager Dave. I called this place prior to going to make sure they had gluten free pasta. I spoke with Dave and he said yes they do have gluten free pasta. We went in to the restaurant, Dave sat us then proceeded to take our orders. We ordered the "Gluten free pasta" several minutes later Dave returned to say to us and I quote. "Guess what didn't show up today!? The truck that brings us our gluten free pasta." Need I say I got bad vibes from this dude right away but now he was just flat out lying to us... when the real waiter came over I asked him if they normally have the gluten free pasta and he replied we do not have gluten free pasta! If you wish to be misled and flat out lied to come to Match in Norwalk. It's a real shame that this place of business has a manager so desperate to get people in the door that he has to lie to them. Shame, shame, shame! I will never be back. read more

Great food experience, New Year's Eve, very warm and welcoming host. Table Service was excellent. The wasabi tuna was done perfectly, Main course - Wood Oven Chicken was delicious Steak Frites was done nicely, the mashed potatoes were so good ,our compliments to Chef Matt!! Thanks for a great night. read more

Liars run this restaurant. Don't frequent. Five of us showed up for 830pm reservation. Bald hostess told us the table was finishing their desert. At 845pm, we were told they were paying. We got an expensive drink waiting. At 9pm we were told they decide to have desert and it was going to be some Time. Clearly 'baldy' cannot keep his stories straight. All this was was an attempt to have us order expensive drinks and wait. Will never, ever visit again. read more

Probably the best food on the street, and a great atmosphere. Phillip (up front) is a fantastic waiter. The warm chocolate chip cookie desert is beyond amazing - order one (or two) read more

Love the place, have been back multiple times since my first enjoyable dinner there. Seared Tuna appetizer is delicious, servers are always knowledgeable and friendly. I would have given it a 5 star review except seating out front is rather cramped, hard to carry on personal conversations with others so close. Food is great though, it is one of my go to spots for a nice meal. read more

Don't get us wrong. We love match and the food is always amazing. However, if you sit at the bar, be prepared for TERRIBLE service. The bartender is drinking while working, flirting with the old men customer population, and completely dismissive of the women demographic. It's almost absurd. We got a bottle of rosé and she continued to fill my fiancé's glass up but didn't fill mine up once. She's inconsiderate and rude, and always working. I seriously wouldn't come here because of her. They need to pay more attention to their customer service. As I'm typing this his she just did a shot. read more

Match - New American Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

I highly recommend this restaurant. Everyone is friendly and service is extremely good. The food is great. Come enjoy yourself. Great fish!

This is a very good establishment thriving for nearly 20 years on competitive "restaurant row" (Washington Street) in South Norwalk. This is not an inexpensive restaurant, but everything was well prepared and often creative in a good way. The Osso Bucco was excellent, as were the scallops entree and the Arctic char. We had a carrot appetizer that was also an interesting and tasty combination of ingredients. Cocktails were generous and the service was friendly, well informed and attentive. read more

Amazing appetizers, incredible staff, and lovely atmosphere. Having dinner here on Christmas Eve and I had to stop and write this review because it's just so sensational being here. Nothing short of five-stars and I highly recommend! read more

Chef Matt Storch always bringing new delicious foods to our table. We go to Match every week and use it for our get together with friends and relatives as it is always has the best flavors and most interesting dishes. The atmosphere is special and guests are very comfortable. The wait staff is always animated and professional adding to the overall experience. We have been going since the restaurant opened years ago and Chef has always kept high quality. Last meal we had the Steak for two which was incredible. comes with sides of onions, mashed potatoes, sause and vegitable. Also it was really cool watching Chef Matt WIN on the TV show Chopped. I can Highly recommend. read more

Highly recommended for dinner in SoNo! Whether you are going on a date night, a night out with friends, a group or company outing, this place is a go-to. The ambiance is relaxing and interesting, booths and tables. I have come a few times now - once just out for dinner with friends and most recently, I planned a private dinner for about 15 coworkers. Matt Storch, the owner/chef, was extremely accommodating for our group! They have a nice private area at the front of the restaurant overlooking Washington with heavy purple curtains. Really fun space! Food was FANTASTIC. The calamari is crispy and flavorful with a delicious spicy mayo on top - huge portion too. The "Carpetbaggers" (fried oysters) are incredible... Personally not an oyster fan, but these are out of this world delicious!!! Foie Gras is great too. I have personally ordered the Scallops both times, because it is the best scallops dish... 5 LARGE scallops, with huge stalks of asparagus and delicious whipped potatoes. Can't go wrong. Others enjoyed the Chicken dish and the Swordfish as well... both recommended as well. Next time I come, I will definitely get the calamari and carpetbaggers...and would love to try the flatbread pizzas too! One thing to note is parking - either street or in back parking lots, just plan ahead there - but 100% worth it! Thanks to Match and Matt for the best dinner ever! read more

We had reservations on a busy Saturday night and were seated on time. The food served to both my girlfriend and I was excellent. The waiter was courteous and helpful however he would "disappear" for long periods of time. I attribute this to the restaurant being crowded or perhaps understaffing. A minor drawback can be finding a parking space in the area on a Saturday night. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for an enjoyable night out. read more

Unbelievably satisfied with everything. Thanks for the great meal and service. Highly recommend

Had the opportunity for my party and I to experience the restaurant Match last evening, located on Washington St in Norwalk. We were advised early on that they have a 50% off on any bottled wine on Sundays, a nice start to the evening. Our server Norma, was as pleasant and knowledgeable as could be possible. She gave us an overview and key insights into the menu. Starting with appetizers, one of us had the Vietnamese chicken soup, two had the Bacon and Buffalo mozzarella small plate. For the soup, the broth was described as delightful, while the noodle element could be improved in both flavor and consistency. The Bacon/Buffalo dish was nothing short of amazing, both diners thoroughly enjoyed their dish. For entrees , dishes ordered were Scallops, Oxtail and Short rib Ragu w/ Tagliolini, and Sausage Pizza. All diners exclaimed that their dishes were presented to their liking and the preparation of the dishes were dine flawlessly, perhaps with the small exception that the pizza could have used another minute in the oven to firm up the center a bit more. We shared several bottles of 2014 Barbera d'Alba, which were also delightful. So, in summary , pleasant aesthetics in the restaurant, wonderfully flavorful food, and a very attentive staff equates to a lovely Sunday evening dining experience. Thanks Matches! read more

Dear match burger, I don't even know where to begin. Let me just say we first met sometime in 2014 when I was first introduced to the SONO (south norwalk) restaurant scene, and every Thursday since, my mouth waters and the near thought of your perfection. Buttery, onion jammy, melty cheesy effn excellence! If you want your culinary dreams pushed past your wildest imagination, stop reading this review and go to MATCH! read more

I really want to give this place a higher rating but I was not impressed by their menu, service or overall atmosphere. I'd be willing to give it another chance! read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Fairfield County. Our waiter was very attentive to the moments when our glasses were empty and frequently asked us how everything was - but not so often that it got annoying. I wasn't fond of the music, but it wasn't so loud that it affected my eating experience. We started with the shrimp cocktail ceviche style, served over wonton crisps, and the Carpetbaggers, fried oysters topped with steak tartare over truffle cream. Both were delicious. The Carpetbaggers were decadent and scrumptious. My husband and I like to order items that (a) we can't make at home or (b) offer up a combination of unexpected flavors. This dish met both criteria. I also thought the white sangria was a perfect summer drink. For dinner, my husband ordered the fettucine bolognese, which we both agreed was delicious and satisfying but probably not the best meal to order if you're also planning to hang out at Sono bars for the rest of the night; he really wanted to loosen his belt and pass out on our couch instead. I ordered the caramelized scallops. Match didn't achieve the crust I was expecting on the scallops, but they were delicious nonetheless, accompanied by smoky mushrooms and juicy asparagus tempura. For dessert, we ordered the Just Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies, served with a little bit of ice cream, whipped cream, and a caramelized banana. Every element of this dish was so delicious that I felt the urge to make embarrassing moaning noises every time I took a bite. I couldn't even remember the last time I'd eaten chocolate chip cookies right out of the oven. This was a great combination of nostalgia and sugary goodness. read more

Went there for my birthday, Phenomenal service, decor, drinks, apps and entrees. Steak tartar is a killer!!!!! read more

Congratulations to Match Restaurant for changing my culinary worldview! When it came time to make last-minute plans in Sono at Match, I had no idea the unforgettable culinary experience I was about to embark on. As soon as we arrived we were promptly greeted by friendly staff. We were immediately seated to a clean and well arranged table with a (real!) candle in middle. After immediately being offered water, our waiter promptly took our order in a courteous and professional manner. The Calamari took my tastebuds on a nautical vacation as I rode waves of sweet and sour flavor. Since we were first-timers and had heard that the pizza was recommendable, we decided both to order the Spicy Sausage Pizza. This is where my culinary outlook was changed: the pizza was thin crust. Normally I am picky and generally dislike thin crust, but I must say congratulations to Match Restuarant! You have forever changed my view of thin-crust pizza, and I am now a huge fan. When we thought things couldn't get any better, the tiramisu completely blew us out of the water. 100% the best place to dine in South Norwalk. I confidently recommend Match to anyone and everyone. read more

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Delectable, amazing, savory are only a few words to describe how insanely delicious the food is here. I only tried three things on the menu but there are 20 more selections I am excited to try and I trust me I will. The staff is amazing and well the food (which I already stated). A must try if you never have. read more

kind of fancy a bit over priced, the food is pretty good, so 4 stars. Not sure if price is justified, but overall good experience.

Came here on an "appetizer crawl" that my boyfriend and I decided would be a fun alternative to dinner one night...this was our third stop and it was absolutely great! We sat at the bar and had the fig appetizer and the shrimp cocktail. I still DREAM about those figs!!! Highly, highly recommend this place - it is on the pricier side but definitely worth it. The place is beautiful and service is spot on. read more

Such delicious food with a unique menu. Great combination of flavors - fried oysters with steak tartare and truffle cream - interesting example of what you'll find here. We even got dessert just to see if there were more flavor combinations there. Good choice for foodies! read more

Food was great - would definitely recommend starting with the Carpetbaggers as an appetizer. Only rating Match a 3 because of the service, we were rushed through our meal even though we intentionally made a later reservation (to not hold up a table). The waiter kept asking if we were ready to order when we clearly weren't, didn't offer dessert or more drinks after dinner and just wanted us out of there even though the restaurant wasn't slammed because it was Good Friday. Probably not representative of every dining experience at Match, but this rubbed us the wrong way. Particularly when the waiter suggested we shouldn't order the $18 beer because we weren't familiar with it read more

Wow, great rest usually, but they are WAY off now. Service was bordering horrible, food was very good, albeit my wife's meal was cold by the time they brought the extras that she asked for when we ordered. Normally a heavy tipper- 30-40% if I can, when I checked the tab, which I rarely do, they had already added 20#, so clearly they know their service is very lacking. Long while before we return. Sad about that. read more

Excellent restaurant. If you haven't been, you should go. I'm somewhat of a closet restaurant snob, and this place made me very happy as an all around experience. I will happily come back here and would recommend to anyone. Service was excellent, friendly, funny, attentive and helpful. Wine service was very attentive if not overly attentive. The host/Owner? Super, super nice guy and was well aware it was my wife's birthday without him even asking us who we were when we arrived for our reservation at the very busy restaurant. Wine: BenMarco - 2013- Malbec. - Fantastic wine. Great bang for your buck. I will buy this for my collection at home now. The Food: Pumpkin Risotto: Order it. Immediately. Perfectly cooked, al dente rice. Seasoning and flavors were just spot on. Fun presentation too. Absolutely delicious risotto. Burratta: What can I say? Hard to mess up a ball of glorious, creamy cheese. Fried Oysters: Our dining neighbors offered us an oyster as they were not going to finish them. They were absolutely delicious. Period. Seared Ahi Tuna - Very good. Made a mistake choosing it as the Asian flavors did not work at all with our other dishes. So it was a challenge to palette. But Seared ahi tuna is one of my favorite things in general, and it was a good dish. Steak Tare-tare: This dish was the hero and mainly why I elected to come here for my wife's bday. Absolutely delicious beef, chopped finely, and seasoned perfectly. The addition of Parmesan and black truffles mixed in with the beef and used as a seasoning to the meat was unexpected and wonderful. Of course, putting a poached egg on top is magic. Put a poached egg on anything and I will order it. Could have done without the sauce that came on the other side of the dish, although it was a nice tasting sauce. The meat speaks for itself and didnt require any accoutrements. I will go back simply for this dish and a glass of wine. Dessert - Chocolate Souffle Cake - nailed it. Order it. Simple dish. Always a winner when done well and it was. 4 healthy portioned small plates, a 55 dollar bottle of wine, one dessert = $127.00 Inexpensive as far as I am concerned. We were so full we couldnt move, and I can eat. read more

Very very good quality food for the price. Well worth it, my boyfriend and I split the Bistecca and it was HUGE, amazing and again, worth it. Such a great atmosphere and staff, call for a reservation ahead of time they get busy! read more

Went out to Sono for a dinner only to discover that a bunch of new restaurants were all closed for private events. So we ended up in Match. I have never thought it deserved that acclaim that it got but this time it was truly underwhelming. Drinks were a strong B, but food was disappointing. Tuna tartare was such a tasteless, mushy pile. Green salad for $12 was smth I regularly throw together at home, expected more. Latkas were hard to eat and needed salt. Bread on the table was 3 slices with some boring ricotta mixture. Pho was ok. Overall, unremarkable meal. Again, I expected more. read more

Enjoyed dinner last night(5 of us) at Match. We sat in the curved booth which helped to keep the noise down. The food was excellent and service was good. I had the Match Margarita which was outstanding with freshly pressed juices. The fall menu included some appetizers of Pumpkin with Shrimp, Patti's squash, tuna tartare and foie gras (photos). For entrees, we had the steak frites (perfectly grilled) with caramel iced onions and creamed spinach, scallops (can't remember it all) and lamb medallions with beets and creamy cucumber. Yum to all!! read more

The food here is great, there's no doubt about that...but by far this place is the best for cocktails. The bartender is a true mixologist and artist. The best time to go is later at night when it's a bit quieter and you can actually talk to him. A great place to end your night in sono. read more

I love this restaurant!!! Went recently with girlfriends and had an amazing time. The food is all done tapas style but the servings are so big that we had more than enough to eat. Great wine list. Fun atmosphere. I cannot wait to go back. read more