Our table was ready when we arrived, however it was like a bar stool table and too hard for my…read moreparents to manage. They kindly changed our table immediately. HOWEVER... We were seated next to 2 tables. One was a bunch of moms hanging out and having many drinks and their children at another table. Both tables were obnoxiously loud. The kids were Constantly up and down, bumping into my mom's chair, they were all over the restaurant, screaming in my mom's ear. My moms asked them nicely a few times to not scream in her ear. Eventually they sat back down after the waiter said something. But they sat ON the table and couldn't sit still. Totally get that they're kids, but at some point management should have said something before we asked.. Anyway, that's not really the restaurants fault. It just made for an unpleasant experience for our party. Our server was friendly and attentive, Our food was good, portions were good: Everything tasted fresh. My only gripe is that it's very loud and I feel like management should ask parents to control kids that are ruining it for others.

This place truly is a hit or miss. Unfortunately, tonight it was a huge miss. We were walking home…read moreand decided to stop there with our 9 and 11 year olds. We take a look at the menu and my daughters notice a soft-shell crab on the specials - for a mere $39.95 it came on a whole bed of wilted spinach. we order the clam oregata and a seafood risotto for ourselves. The clams and risotto were very good, but the crab was appalling, I wish I took a picture. It was a skimpy crab with literally maybe 2-3 teaspoons of meat in it, no exaggeration. The owners actually came over to ask how everything was, and when we told them about the crab and the fact that there wasn't any meat in it they just said "well, it's a whole crab" and walked away. I was really confused. I don't know whether they overcooked it (likely) or if it was caught too late, either way no apology whatsoever from them. m The shell had the consistency of hard shrimp skin, not something easy to chew like it should have been. One clam app, one risotto and the crab were $125 And I had to make my daughters dinner once I got home. I don't think I will be returning, there are plenty of better restaurants in the area.. what a shame.

Dined there last month, love the brothers who own Dulce. Class act all the way. The food was…read moreamazing. We shared multiple appetizers, meatballs, burrata; our party had the veal, fish, pasta and prime rib that night; desserts amazing. Service terrific. These guys do everything with class. Like them so much we are renting out upstairs for a Christening luncheon for about 40 people. The place is beautiful

After attending an event in the tri-state region, I decided to stop off for a late night dinner…read moresomeplace in Fairfield County on the long night drive back home. After exiting off the "always under construction" Merritt Pkwy (CT 15), I headed into the downtown area of New Canaan and decided on Lombardi's Ristorante & Bar, which opened recently in the former Papyrus space. This Italian restaurant and bar offers and cozy modern atmosphere with table seating along the right wall and a full bar with seating along the left side. They do have a dress code here including no hats, no hoodies, no sweatpants. The food offerings include a selection of crafted homemade pasta dishes, meat & seafood dishes, appetizers, salads, cheese & meat samplers, and dessert. The pricing is on the higher side and food is prepared to order. The bar serves beer, wine, and cocktails. I also called the restaurant to make sure they were open after 9 pm, when I would be passing through. I arrived here around 9:15pm, which was the perfect time when things weren't too busy. I left my cap in the vehicle and entered Lombardi's and took a seat at the bar. The bartender gave me a menu to look at and offered water. I decided on a starter, but the bartender helped me decide on an entrée. For a starter, the Frittatina Napoletana ($18 plus tax), which was a fried pasta fritter filled with linguine noodles, peas & ham in a cream sauce and topped with a white sauce. For an entrée, the Cavatelli Rossi Al Ragu Bianco ($30 plus tax), very firm hand rolled pasta curls, in a white veal ragu with dehydrated tomato dust & parmigiano fondue. Both the starter and entrée were fantastic choices with good hearty flavors. After I was done, I passed on dessert and got the check with Toast QR code which was $51.52 with tax and before tip. Overall, I enjoyed some great well prepared Italian dishes, nicely presented. The service was very good here. The bartender was able to keep an eye on things, offering water & drinks, making suggestions and also chatting about life. The food runners brought me the starter and entrée in timely order. I would definitely recommend Lombardi's for a date night, special occasion, or just wanting to enjoy some great food.

Solé is another Fairfield county favorite of mine. Recently I had the cauliflower and Brussels…read moresprouts appetizers which were really good; I also had the zoodles with eggplant meatballs shown in photo and it was awesome! My food wasn't heavy but I still left feeling full. Love the moody vibes inside, super chic.

Service is great, but the food isn't so great since they recently changed the menu. Honestly, food…read morewas just eh for all of us. Best thing at the table all night was strawberries and cream for dessert.

I don't understand.. Years ago, they made an excellent bolognese.. Fast forward to 4 years later it…read moreit was completely different and not at all good...... I feel badly giving such a poor review-- I'll give it benefit of the doubt that it was just a VERY off day ?? The tartufo dessert though was delicious!

The visit was a five star visit, but I don't want to give a full five stars until I've been to a…read morerestaurant two or more times. We stopped here on our journey home for lunch. My three kids and myself. The gentleman that greeted us was extremely friendly and very welcoming. My eight year old son and two year old daughter shared the mussels which they absolutely loved, my five year old just got plain pasta which was cooked perfectly, and I got the veal martini I think it was called. That was delicious and exactly what I was in the mood for. The broccoli and carrots that were on my dish were also cooked where they were still With texture. My daughter ate half my broccoli on me. Then we got the chocolate mousse cake to share which was delicious and I got a double espresso to help me on the rest of our journey home. Next time we pass through we will stop here again.

I had a good experience at Cava in New Canaan. We had a reservation and were seated right on time,…read morewhich I really appreciated. I ordered the eggplant Parmesan and it was very good, flavorful, well-cooked, and satisfying. We also shared the calamari, which was tasty as well. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time, and overall the service and atmosphere made for a very enjoyable meal.

Cava Wine Bar & Wood Grill in New Canaan is exactly what you hope for in a high-end Italian…read morerestaurant and wine bar. The food was truly exquisite. I'm vegetarian, and they had no problem modifying my pasta to fit my diet without sacrificing any flavor being rich, balanced, and beautifully plated. Everyone at the table loved their dishes; it was gourmet Italian from start to finish, not a single miss. The service was just as impressive: fast, attentive, and genuinely friendly. Our server checked in at the right times, kept drinks topped off, and knew the menu and wine list well. The dining room is clean, warm, and inviting, with the kind of cozy, upscale décor you want for a date night, special occasion, or a nicer dinner out. If you're looking for fine dining Italian in New Canaan, CT, with a great wine bar, wood-grilled dishes, and vegetarian-friendly options, Cava Wine Bar & Wood Grill is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend.

1st Jimmy was our waiter, so nice ! The food is amazing, we had the Nona's Rigatoni with sausage,…read moremeatball and the best breasaola. The pasta was cooked perfectly. I had the evening special, Pork Chop Scarpariello ! So tender, great flavor not too hot as I requested. The bread is fresh, the wine list was extensive. Don't leave without trying the Cannoli, the shell was perfect and cream was great. We ordered a Gluten Free Pasta with Gorgonzola Sauce and grilled chicken to go for our daughter. You will love this spot !

We decided to try Antonio's and we were very disappointed. The takeout service was very slow. I was…read moretold 20 minutes and I ended up waiting 45. By the time the pizza came out the calamari was cold. The calamari-there were 13 pieces of calamari. Almost more cherry peppers in the container. For $18, I expected a good size portion. Seemed like the ambience in the restaurant was nice and the Staff was welcoming but the wait was ridiculous. Way too slow for takeout. The pizza was a small size for $23. Being that it was buy 1 get 1, spending $44 dollars on a small pizza and puny sized calamari was outrageous.

Delicious food, pretty room, very nice staff with great parking. What else can you ask for? This…read moreis my second time going there in a month. Both times my dinner was fantastic, my husband raved about his! We are big fans for Ristorante Di Sofia.

Went with my wife the night before Valentines Day to Ristorante Di Sofia for some fine dining…read more Plenty of parking in the rear on both sides of the restaurant, I'd recommend reservations as they have a steady crowd on a nightly basis. We started out with some mozz sticks for an app, love the tomato sauce it comes with. Nicely coated and cheesy sticks, perfect for a warmup to your entree. Each entree comes with a side salad. Speaking of, I do with you could swap it out with a soup since I'm not a salad guy. She got the chicken parm, came with pasta on the side which keeps it from becoming soggy. Good size thin cutlet coated with sauce and cheese, was definitely a hit. I went with the Cavatelli Rapini. Was cavatelli pasta tossed broccoli rabe, cannellini beans, sausage finished with garlic and olive oil. Full of flavor, I finished every bite, good size portion as well. Good amount of seating and serving was hearty and kind. We got a drink, app and 2 entrees and walked out without breaking the bank, really nice place!

"A birthday dinner that actually felt like one."…read more Sienna Ristorante gets the balance right in a way most places don't. The space immediately stands out with a clean, modern feel that still feels warm, not staged or overly polished. It sets the tone before the food even hits the table. The meal itself followed through. The complimentary bread with oil was simple but done right, soft with a good crust and a clean, flavorful dip. We shared the wild mushroom arancini, and that was the first real standout. Crispy on the outside, rich on the inside, and the sauce was the kind you keep going back to without thinking. It carried the dish. For mains, I went with the wild mushroom pizza, which came out with a well balanced crust and just enough weight from the toppings without feeling heavy. The mushrooms were the focus and they delivered. The honeynut squash ravioli leaned more delicate, slightly sweet, and felt more composed than expected in a good way. Drinks held their own too. The Old Fashioned was clean and steady, while the lychee martini added something lighter and more refreshing to the table. They close the meal with biscotti and limoncello, which already would have been enough, but we added the tiramisu and that was the right call. It rounded everything out without feeling excessive, just a clean finish to a well paced dinner. Service matched the tone of the restaurant, attentive without hovering, and the pacing of the meal felt natural from start to finish. This is the kind of place that feels intentional. Not just good food, but a full experience that actually holds together. Easy to come back to, especially for something worth celebrating.

Really interesting place inside the hotel zero degrees.. check out the lobby before or after…read moredinner.. so, the ambiance was on point.. as you walk in (being seated immediately upon showing up for our reservation) it's like venturing into a forest with a babbling brook out the window (we got a great seat near the window).. service was great..dedicated staff for cocktails, water (they offer complimentary sparkling), bread (nice focaccia w olive oil) and server to take your order.. the food was delicious..appetizer we had arancini (mushroom).. great.. my wife had English pea ravioli w sage butter sauce (any ravioli I'm Sure will be great) .. I had squid ink pasta w shrimp (large and perfectly cooked) and clams (mostly perfect but a couple were sandy) in a red sauce (very tasty).. this meal was quick.. I mean quick .. so, if you are looking to catch up w anyone, you'll only find out what they did yesterday .. it worked for us (kids, dog at home) and we went for ice cream afterwards

We haven't been in many 10-12 years and just wanted to get out after horrible weekend weather…read more The service was fantastic, Eamon was very attentive and informative. The cocktails/ wine choice were amazing. We knew the pizza was great as it used to be our go to when we lived closer. The entree's were delicious and pretty prompt for a Friday at 6. We were in and out in just over an hour. We will be back for happy hour 5-7 and pizza in house.

Absolutely horrible. Third time trying this place never to go back again. Ordered the gnocchi,…read morefigured it's pretty hard to mess it up but they somehow did. The gnocchi was raw and the sauce was fair at best. Had a table of 10 people and everyone's dinner came out at a different time. Not sure how they stay in operation. Don't even try this restaurant!

Love this place- always delicious. Def my goto for lunch or dinner. Been a staple in town for…read morelong time.

I had the cheese calzone. This place had by far the best in Fairfield County…read more Now a low rating of all bread and very little ricotta and mozzarella. Along with a steep $17 price tag. With a cold side of sauce. Sad to say but I won't be coming back here.