I came here for the infamous brick oven pizza, which did not disappoint!! I recommend trying this…read morespot if you want high quality Mediterranean fushion that doesn't go greasy. The staff is so helpful when choosing a wine as well. I can see myself quickly becoming a regular here

Finding a spot that nails the "high-end" vibe without the suffocating stuffiness of a traditional…read moresteakhouse is rare, but this place manages to pull it off perfectly. The first thing you notice walking in is the atmosphere. It's gorgeous--lots of natural light during the day and soft, moody lighting in the evening that plays off the wood floors and exposed recovered beams. It feels organic and warm, yet the white tablecloths and pressed-leather menus let you know you're in for a serious meal. The service was impressively discreet; they were always there when we needed something but never interrupted the flow of our conversation. They started us off with some incredibly fresh bread, which was a great sign of things to come. For starters, do not skip the Mussels Fra Diabolo. The broth has a perfect hit of garlic and basil, and the crostini is essential for soaking up every drop of that marinara. We also tried the Parmesan Brussel Sprouts--the candied walnuts add a crunch and sweetness that balances the savory sprouts perfectly. For the mains, the Chicken and Wild Mushrooms Pappardelle was a standout. The truffle oil was fragrant without being overpowering, and the presentation tied the whole dish together. I also have to mention the Roasted Chicken. It's rare to find chicken this flavorful and juicy with such a distinct, crispy skin. The combination of spicy sausage and cherry peppers gave it a nice heat, balanced out by the whipped potatoes and spinach. We finished with the coconut and blood orange sorbet, which was the ideal light, refreshing conclusion to the meal. If you're looking for a place where you can actually hear your companions speak while enjoying top-tier presentation and food quality, this is it. A total culinary delight.

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.

Expensive. Was it worth it? Dinner for 3:…read moreTap water Bread 2 appetizers 3 entrees 3 desserts 3 cappuccinos 22% tip No liquor $350 We didn't feel our meals reflected the wonderful food and culture of Ischia. Disappointed.

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.

Nice place great personable staff and well presented food. Varied menu with delicious selections…read more Always unhurried and relaxed atmosphere

I have been eating and drinking here for decades under four managements and names. Each time that…read moreit has changed hands, the design and ambience have gotten better. It has always been popular with a handsome clientele. The current menu is so ambitious as to raise doubt that they can pull it off. So far, so good.

Had a great lunch at Zucca Gastrobar in Westport…read more We started with bread, then moved on to the crab cakes appetizer, made with jumbo lump crab and served over a jalapeño aioli with mixed greens. Fresh, light, and just the right amount of kick. The eggplant rollatini, filled with ricotta, mozzarella, parmigiano, spinach, and pomodoro sauce, was super comforting and packed with flavor. For mains, the homemade lasagna really delivered. House-made pasta layered with rich bolognese and creamy béchamel, topped with parmesan and fontina. It was hearty without feeling too heavy. Portions were generous, the food was consistently excellent, and the service was warm and attentive. Definitely a spot worth coming back to.

Great service. Meals came out hot and quickly. The flavor profiles were very tasty. Will definitely…read morereturn with more friends and family.

Recently dined here with a party of seven and had a lovely experience overall. The service was…read moreexcellent and highly attentive throughout our meal. The restaurant boasts a rich history--particularly the bar, which seems to be the ultimate neighborhood hangout. It has a very welcoming, local scene vibe. The wine list is extensive, and the starters offer a great selection, though the classic Italian menu is incredibly meat-heavy. It seemed like almost every dish featured meat, so I wish they had a few more vegetarian options. Overall, it's a fantastic local spot with great energy, though it can be a bit limiting if you don't eat meat.

I don't normally leave negative reviews, but this place was really disappointing. I had actually…read morebeen looking forward to trying Louie's because it looked like a nice, upscale, old-school Italian-American restaurant. The dining room itself is very nice, although the music was bizarrely loud and completely wrong for the atmosphere -- Michael Jackson remixes and other stuff that just didn't fit the place at all. Our waiter was a nice guy and admittedly brand new, but apparently they had him working on his own with almost no training. We asked a couple of basic questions about the menu and he really didn't know anything about it or even what some of the dishes were. At one point he went to the kitchen to find out what the Chicken Louie actually was, forgot to ask, then went back again and returned with a two-word answer that still didn't explain it. The clams oreganata was actually delicious and easily the best thing we had. Unfortunately, it went downhill from there. The grilled octopus was rubbery and we barely touched it, and even the bread was bad. My friend ordered the spaghetti Bolognese and they wouldn't let him substitute a different kind of pasta, which seemed really strange for an Italian restaurant. Then the Bolognese came out. The spaghetti was overcooked and the sauce was watery and almost completely flavorless. Honestly, it tasted like something that had been made well in advance and reheated to order. My chicken wasn't much better and I barely ate that either. We politely told the waiter how disappointed we were. He was very nice about it, but apparently there wasn't even a manager in the restaurant. He called the manager, who offered 20% off the bill but also insisted that we leave a phone number so he could call us the next day. The waiter asked us for our number several times, which honestly just seemed odd. Why can't the problem be handled while the customer is still sitting in the restaurant? After a bad dinner, the last thing I want is a phone call the next day to discuss terrible spaghetti. We declined to leave our number. Every restaurant can have an off night, and if one dish had been poor, I probably wouldn't even be writing this. But when nearly everything we ordered was disappointing -- and an Italian restaurant can't get basic pasta and sauce right -- there's a bigger problem. Charging north of $30 for what basically tasted like overcooked noodles and watery sauce just felt like a rip-off. There are way too many good Italian restaurants around Greenwich to spend this kind of money here. Save your money and go somewhere else.

Good good and service, excellent ambience for a dining experience, and very good drink options. I…read morecannot compare to other options nearby but for my first in Stamford I was very satisfied. Give it a try!

just tried tutti pazzi in stamford after seeing their pasta flights all over instagram &…read morehonestly... i had such high expectations. the drinks were alright, but the standout for me was definitely the burrata appetizer -- super fresh & probably the best part of the meal. when it came to the pasta though, everything felt very mid for an italian restaurant. nothing was bad, but nothing really wowed me either. the service was also surprisingly slow considering the restaurant wasn't busy at all on a saturday night. overall, a little disappointing compared to the hype.

This place doesn't look like much but good things come in small packages. Top shelf Italian food…read more Fried calamari? Excellent. Same with the fried artichoke. The eggplant relation had a terrific tomato sauce. I had a veal dish and the veal with tender and tasty. The mashed potatoes were divine. Service was friendly and leisurely which was fine for a celebratory lunch.

Delicious Italian food! Went here for my birthday and everything felt old school. You felt welcome…read morefrom the moment you come in till you leave. It's inside of a homey building and you feel like it too. Really enjoyable experience.