Made a reservation Tuesday and couldn't get in until 8:00 on a Saturday. Popular spot. James Beard nominated restaurant I found through the Crazies award nominees. We came to Greenwich today so had to try it. Again reserved this on Tuesday! Right off the bat knew it was pricey. No prices on the menu. Service very impressive though. They knew from open table I was gluten free and can't do onions. Usually restaurants don't pay attention to that. We had a waiter. Manager. Water person. Incredible service. Ordered tomato salad. Incredible flavor but very small. They poured "tomato water" onto the salad for us. Loved that. Super bougie. I was into it. Salad great but could have ordered two. I got the spicy shrimp fried rice. Good portion but incredibly rich. Brought half home. Comes with fried egg on top. Bf got the salmon in paper and he thought it would be served wrapped in sort of parchment paper or something like he's had at French restaurants in the past (Le Mazet specifically in West Hartford) but it was just a piece of salmon and couscous so kind of unimpressive presentation, but he said it was very good. He was just expecting it to be what he had somewhere else basically. Again was very good but also expensive for what u get. Overall. Impeccable service. Food good. Not over the top great. Very pricey. Small portions for the most part. read more

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This place is great! The manager is very kind and hospitable. Food was amazing had the sausage egg and cheese sandwich. Loved it. Will definitely be back! read more

Our first time dining here. Came for our anniversary, expecting a culinary experience. Started with scallop on crispy rice, it was mostly crispy rice with a scallop flavoured smudge on top. Another dish that somewhat missed the mark was peking duck, while sauce and greens had great flavours, duck and puree seemed bland, duck was also undercooked, had a lot of fat and skin wasn't crispy enough. Best dish by far was foie gras, delicious. Service was good, beautiful presentation, ambiance average. read more

Very popular spot, hard to get reservations so plan early. Smelled amazing at 5:30 when we walked in and were seated at our now fav table. Hubby and I are gf so my reviews are always through that lens and the Cottage is a great restaurant for GF deliciousness. After just the right amount of info from Max our friendly and fun waiter, our party of 4 started with 2 each of the deviled farm egg wagyu brisket bao (GF folks just give the Bao to the others in your party) - still so so delicious using the potatoes as base- The Napa Kimchi was yummy. Do NOT miss the charred brussel sprouts - seriously, everyone loved the curry maple vinaigrette. Entrees were Halibut (so moist) with vermicelli and Koji cured peking duck- perfectly seasoned, meaty, and filling. Finished with shared basque cheesecake wonderful taste and texture, not too sweet accompanied by divine blackberry merlot sorbet. Loved it! Must give shout out to expert waiter Maximillian (from Uruguay) who was right on with recommendations for our pallets and dietary needs. Excellent experience! read more

The food was overpriced, in very small portions. We were not impressed with the service or the food itself.

We loved our brunch at The Cottage! We made a reservation around 11:30 and were seated right away. The ambiance inside is so nice- very coastal chic- and even though it was crowded, it wasn't too loud. The starters are all really pricey- the deviled farm eggs were $8 each (!), and the spicy scallop tartare $9 each. I was tempted by the Waygu brisket bao buns, but we just could not stomach it for $12 each. However, the deviled farm eggs were incredible- the texture with the potato crunch on top so good, and it was the perfect light touch of truffle. I would absolutely get these again. The scallop tartare was good, but not outstanding, and we didn't get any spice from them. I was reluctant to get the sausage egg and cheese at first- my thought was, how special can a breakfast sandwich really be? I am so glad to be wrong, because this one knocks it out of the park- I love breakfast sandwiches and this is one of the best I've ever had. The sausage is so flavorful and really well-made, and the sandwich is pretty hefty. The crispy potatoes it came with were so good, and even the side salad was delicious. I was still thinking about this days later. My friend got the pastrami Reuben and really liked it, but we weren't expecting the presentation- it is definitely a more deconstructed take on a sandwich. Overall, a really nice brunch with some excellent food! read more

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Had a great dinner at The Cottage with a friend. We both had a really enjoyable experience. I ordered the cod, and it was packed with so many layers of flavor really well balanced and thoughtfully prepared. The drinks were also great. We also tried the burger, which honestly stood out as the best item on the table definitely a must-order. The caramelized onions were the highlight and really took it over the top. Overall, great food, great drinks, and a really solid dining experience. Would definitely go back read more

The Cottage - Miso Marinaded Black Cod - New American Near Me - Greenwich, Connecticut

Had an epic meal tonight at The Cottage. I can't say enough about Maximilian our server. He was super friendly and made food and beverage recommendations that our table loved. The duck was the best we ever had, the king crab hand roll was great, the oysters were so delicious we had to order another order! Even the Italian red wine that was recommended blew us away. Did I mention the cocktails were unbelievable and the sound of them shaking behind the bar put our table in a trance. We finished with an incredible panna cotta and a fudge and peanut butter sundae that pushed our dining experience to the next level. Our table made the unanimous decision that The Cottage deserved the coveted 3 licks award. One of the most sought after and distinguished culinary recognitions in the restaurant world. Make a reservation today! You will not be disappointed. read more

Anniversary dinner at Cottage (Greenwich) tonight. First time here and it did not miss a single beat! Decor was fresh and clean and the tables were not tightly packed so we had some space and a bit of privacy. Our waiter, Maximilian was fabulous. He knew the menu well and guided us through it all. Apps - loved the mix and match/by the piece apps. We tried the brisket bao. Between the tender, flavor bomb brisket, the kimchi and sauces, it was just delicious! Next we had the king crab sushi rolls. They were very good, and no complaints, but was probably the weakest bite of the night. Mains - Well, my wife had the Lobster pasta. Homemade (in house!) spaghetti; tomato base with zest and tons of flavor and a bit of a kick; chunks of lobster. Rave review! I had the burger. Did not dissapoint! Cooked medium rare -- to perfection. The blend was delicious and the sauce and bacon jam all just had a party in my mouth. Top 3 burgers ever. For dessert, we indulged int he warm chocolate "cake". Not a liquid lava, but a smooth as silk chocolate bomb with a (strong) hint of orange and a side of sesame gelato. (if I had to pick on anything at all, the color of the black sesame gelato was a bit odd, but that's it). It all just worked! Delicious to the very last bite. No processed flavor here. Just great flavors in a combination that was a perfect end to a perfect meal. Thank you Maximilian and kudos to the Chef team. We Will be back!! read more

We landed in Connecticut on a sat morning and my daughter insisted our first stop be shopping on Greenwich Ave. However, we first needed to fill our stomachs so that we had energy to shop! I saw the stellar reviews and menu for The Cottage. It was pretty busy on a Sat afternoon, but they found room for our party of 3. My kids wanted to get appetizers, but the kids brunch entrees looked pretty large so I discouraged them. My daughter ordered the grilled chicken paillard caesar salad (she gave it 4 stars) I ordered the wild mushroom fritata (5 stars) and my son went with the buttered crab eggs benedict (5 stars). It was a little pricey for brunch, but probably normal for Greenwich standards. The service was good and we left with plenty of energy to make our way down the adorable Avenue for some shopping! read more

We love this place!! The seasonal hummus is to die for! (Right now the season being pumpkin!!! Holy yum!). The burger! The pasta! The shrimp fried rice! The menu is versatile and fabulous! Every bite of anything you order will be a 10+++. And the amazing staff. And the cocktails!!!! read more

The Cottage - Shrimp fried rice. But if you want THE BEST BURGER ever!!! Come here. - New American Near Me - Greenwich, Connecticut

Came here for a girls night and it was so good! The ambience was remarkable. The food was so so good, we ordered nearly the entire menu just making our own share plates to try everything and nothing disappointed. All I can say is, find a way to make room for that burger. My god! I still daydream about it. read more

Just got back from Valentines dinner from The Cottage and just have to say it was delightful. The service was great, the food was delicious and the drinks were well balanced can't go wrong here. read more

Wonderful drinks and a seasonal menu. Beautiful restaurant. Greenwich prices. I had dinner there, not sure about going back at that time, but am definitely interested in going back for brunch! read more

I have been to the cottage for dinner many many times and I would have said it was one of my favorite restaurants. However, I had a very bad experience going to brunch there. So I decided to be fair and do two reviews five star for dinner one star for brunch. Dinner: I love this place. I usually skip the entrées and just have appetizers but that's no dis to the entrées, which are great. My husband loves the burgers. Drinks are great. Stand out appetizers are the bao buns, carrot humus, deviled eggs. I usually order a sampling. Food is inventive and tasty. Service is great as well. Brunch: bad service AND bad food. Basic brunch food. My daughter wanted to replace the potatoes that came with the eggs with spinach or salad. She also asked for some grilled chicken. Waiter told us chef doesn't do substitutions, but he'd ask . Keep in mind we're not talking about anything elaborate. We ordered sunny side up eggs. Waiter ended up, bringing us the eggs with potatoes and a full entrée of chicken Paillard with spinach. Never asked, but charged us for the extra entrée. Also, they told us they didn't have any fruit in the restaurant. No fruit. The worst thing is the food wasn't very good. So we paid for three mediocre brunches instead of two. I was shocked because I have raved about it as a dinner place many times. I had the salmon teriyaki bowl, which was fine but nothing special. Bottom line: go for dinner skip brunch, but I'm so annoyed about the brunch that's I'm not sure when I'll be back for dinner. read more

My friends and I really loved this place. We shared a bunch of dishes and everything was super delicious. There is some Asian flavor in all the dishes here and it was well done. This place is pretty new and I liked how bright and modern the restaurant is. Service was decent as well. I think this is probably my favorite restaurant in Fairfield county so far. read more

The Cottage - New American Near Me - Greenwich, Connecticut

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My husband and I made a reservation for our anniversary. We were immediately greeted, sat down and welcomed by a complimentary glass of champagne each. The waiter was attentive. I ordered a non alcoholic guava drink that was very tasty and refreshing and my husband had a pear drink/ can't remember the name but I tasted it and it was very good. My husband ordered the spicy pork belly and octopus and the flavor was incredible. It was served with lettuce to make a wrap and it was a good portion as well. I had the fish crudo app that was so fresh and citrusy! He had the lobster pasta fish that has been on the menu since created and I know why! It had a slight spice and was so flavorful. Pasta was freshly made. I had the halibut dish and it had a curry flavor that was memorable. We shared the peaches and cream dessert and it was heaven on a plate! I absolutely loved The cottage and hope to return again! @date_night_craves on instagram read more

Good food, nice atmosphere and great service... the menu is interesting and well-prepared. My raw tuna poke bowl was perfect and everyone was more than satisfied with whatever they ordered. read more

Met a friend there for lunch and we both loved it. Top of the avenue so parking not bad, lol. I had the burger which lived up to the hype. My friend had the avocado tuna poke bowl which was super too. Service was super and good vibe in the place. Good lunchtime crowd, nice mix. Would definitely head back there! read more

The Bao wagyu was amazing but I forgot to take a photo! It was my favorite thing that I tried worth all the accolades. The brisket was so tender. read more

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Just had the pleasure of dining here and what an absolutely spectacular meal. We ordered the Spicy Scallop Tartare which you order by piece and I could have had these all night. Warm crunchy rice against the fresh cold scallop with a bit of spice was a great combination. We also had the Wagyu Brisket Bao Buns which were a "build your own" and the fried rice. Both were delicious. For entrees we had the Black Bass and Mushroom risotto. The risotto was very traditional which I loved. No truffle on it which meant you could really taste the complexity of the mushrooms. For dessert we had the dark and stormy which was ginger beer sorbet with pineapple and it was amazing. Not sure what I was expecting but it exceeded that. We can't wait to come back! Staff was also super attentive and friendly, great ambiance, beautiful bar. Everything you want for a night out. read more

The Cottage - Spicy Scallop Tartare - New American Near Me - Greenwich, Connecticut

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We LOVED our meal at the Cottage. The lasagna was exquisite, soft and fluffy. The pot pie was so flakey and heavenly, gooey on the inside and crispy on the outside. We also had the Spicy scallop tartare on delicious crispy sushi rice and the hot honey english muffin pizza. WILEM (from the Greenwich location) - was the sweetest. We were late to our reservation because our toddler was napping and he accommodated us and was even kinder as we frantically unloaded all of our gear in the restaurant. Thank you for being such an upstanding guy to tired parents who just wanted a date night (with their kid). read more

My husband and I had such a great night and meal here!! We sat at the bar because we were walk-ins and the place was packed but had really good energy. The hostess was fabulous and raved about the place, the food, and the sister location in Rye called Oko. We have been to Oko so we knew this place would be great too. The bartender was cool and quite busy training another staff member along with managing all the drink orders. We had the Fresno way, island boy, and Japanese vesper martini. All were delicious and strong. For food we had the wagyu brisket bao buns (delish with a lot of filling so a little hard to maneuver), chioggia beet salad, miso black cod crepe (interesting twist having a savory crepe and my least favorite dish), duck fried rice (yummy and rich), and a pasta dish that was also very rich and filling. We ended the dinner with the buttermilk panna cotta. We were stuffed, satisfied, and buzzed! We look forward to going again to give some of the other menu items a taste!! read more

Already hitting its stride with exquisite food and good service. We came on the first Saturday after opening, the fifth night overall. We secured a reservation with Nadia, who made the experience a pleasure. The restaurant was hopping as the host showed us to a small but comfortable two top in the back near the kitchen. Started with a glass of Piper for me and a glass of Sancerre for La Portena. After consulting with our server, I settled on one piece of the Scallop Toast and one of the Brisket Bao, and a lobster salad for my date. The fresh scallop was topped with a truffle flavored mushroom topping, sort of a tartuffata. The bao came disassembled, one steamed bun, a chunk of moist wagyu brisket, and a log of potato tempura. There were three condiments, a sort of black garlic hoisin, kimchi, and sriracha aioli. Both of these apps are priced by the piece, so you can build your own plate. The lobster salad came with ribbons of burrata - hence the straciatella in the description. Two slices of well buttered toast came alongside. Portion size was adequate, but left us wanting more. Ordered a glass of Nebbiolo to go with the mains. The cedar roasted king salmon was melt in your mouth, with a bit of rhubarb on the side. The perfectly cooked saddle of lamb came with a bit of creamy puree, a sort of chimichurri, and a small meat filled pastry. Both dishes were excellent, but on the small side. Perhaps it was just as well that we were not full, because you don't want to skip dessert. The sticky toffee pudding was light and delicious, in a pool of salt caramel. The dot of creme fraiche on top added a touch of acidity. The affogato was equally scrumptious, our server pouring an espresso over vanilla gelato at the table. The staff were uniformly friendly and polite, but the attentive maitre d' Ralph deserves a special shout out. Chef also circulated and received our compliments on a meal well done. Overall one of the best meals we have had in Greenwich, and already in good form. read more

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Karen is was very unfriendly to people in front of the store and kept saying something about her plants needing peace and quiet. Someone must've missed their meds that day. The staff was very nice and clearly fears Karen especially after she's been drinking. read more

The Cottage - This woman was rude to our friends from out of town. Heard she's the owner. Other staff made up for her horrible disposition. - New American Near Me - Greenwich, Connecticut

The Cottage is an eatery that is hard to put into words. It's fusion, it's fine dining, and it's combinations of flavors I haven't experienced before. And I say that as a compliment. For appetizers, we ordered two Wagyu Brisket Bao Buns ($12 each = $24). These were deliciously flavored, melted in your mouth, and you assemble them yourself so you can build the perfect bite. It was served with black garlic sauce, and kimchi, which I am admittedly, not a huge fan of, so I used it sparingly. I did build the perfect bite, though the ratios were a bit off. They gave a huge mass of kimchi, and if we had used it all, it would have resulted in a product where the actual meat was undetectable. The buns were served with duck fat potato tempura, which was crisp and delicious, and even as a standalone appetizer, this tempura would have been a winner. Our other appetizer was Spicy Pork Fried Rice ($23), which was the size of an entree! It had a stellar kick, crispy pork belly pieces, mushrooms, and scallions, a sunny side-up egg, and an incredible depth of flavor. For entrees, we got both pasta and meat. For pasta, we got Handcut Papardelle ($35), with a duck confit, dukka spices, and a hint of cinnamon. I was shocked at how well these flavors played together, and the confit duck was melt-in-your-mouth tender. I also ordered the Roasted Pork Loin ($40 that seems to have had seasoning piped into it with a syringe, creating some of the most deliciously flavored pork I've ever ordered in a restaurant. This was served with sauteed spinach and crispy potatoes, both of which were seasoned very richly. For dessert, we ordered the Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse ($15) which was our one miss of the night. Too much was done to try to "elevate" a classic, and it fell flat. The little pieces of orange in it disrupted the smooth texture I was anticipating, it was an example of "less is more" not being adhered to. Holistically though, The Cottage is a beautiful eatery with rich, bold, and creative flavors that we would recommend wholeheartedly. read more

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The food at this Greenwich, CT. newcomer is awesome! (And I used to work at Gourmet Magazine in NYC.) Best tasting burger ever! Their carrot/hummus appetizer looked pretty but the combination of flavors was unusual and extraordinary!!! Their chef is very creative and aims to please and please he/she does!!!! My only disappointment was that the service was spotty. No menu brought to table, no drinks offered, so had to flag waiters down. Once things got going, meal came fast & service did improve. read more

Delicious and upscale restaurant in Greenwich! Pricey menu and smaller serving sizes, but perfect for special occasions and date nights. Loved their unique appetizers and cocktails! Will definitely come back to try more of the menu! read more

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My family and I love the cottage, always go out of our way to have any celebrations here. Would definitely recommend for any one looking for exceptional service and food. read more

I love The Cottage in Westport and so happy it's now in Greenwich on the Ave. The night we dined a few weeks ago we sat at the counter next to the kitchen. Such a fun show with Christian and his team. So great to talk with him, and hear how menu items spring from his creative mind. We started with the spicy scallop tartare with crispy rice after seeing this dish leave the kitchen many times. So delicious. Just the right amount of silky scallop mixture perched atop the crunchy and chewy rice. I loved the salad with puffed rice- simple yet elevated, and the wagyu bao buns are decadent and fun. The beef just melts in your mouth. The English pea sachetti pasta is reminiscent of a pasta dish from Westport, where every bite is succulent and the crunch of the crumbs is that texture element you didn't realize you were craving. Ricotta ravioli also yummy. For dessert we dove into a layer cake that consisted of caramel with some type of crunch folded into the batter. The cake was spectacularly good. The Cottage is a very welcome addition to the dining scene in Greenwich. Something fresh and unique- and excellent. read more

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customer service is horrible. their system to pay by credit card didn't work (which they didn't tell us about before ordering). they demanded to pay cash or leave them a credit card number- so they can run it later. Write down the actual credit card #!!! thank goodness we had enough cash. when asked to reduce a bill for incredible inconvenience, their attitude was- you don't have to be back. read more

My first visit. Dropped in solo on a whim around 7pm on a Friday. Dining room full but they accommodated me at the chefs bar. I'll cut to the chase - before leaving, I already made rezies to return tomoro night with my wife! This place rocks. Staff was warm and best of all I got to meet the chef who is also zen like and very friendly. He told me he just created the crudo dish which was a no brainer along with the burger. Chef even brought out a scallop on crispy rice on the house which was a super thoughtful touch and the kind of gesture behind why this guy and this restaurant has such a fan base. Living in OG, I get annoyed by Westport having the better restaurants and rubbing it in our faces, but now we have our own outpost of cottage so take that Westport! The crudo was excellent - a yuzu interpreted leche de Tigre and the knifework on the bass was awesome, all the cubes symmetrical and of equal size and these delicately placed onions. The burger medium rare was excellent but the star was clearly the comte in all its sweet and salty glory. Never seen anyone use that cheese on a burger. I would make the observation that the accompanying portion of fries is disproportionately large. Fries were good, almost great, but who in their right mind would eat all those fries. Here are my pics - hope you enjoy. Really impressive place. Staff was also really nice, dining room contemporary and elegant and nice music selection. read more

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Excellent cocktails - not a wine place. Phenomenal menu. Manages to pull off eclectic without being odd. Great atmosphere - always lively, somewhat upscale, but not formal. read more

Food was bland and nothing special. The service started well but we waited almost 30 minutes trying to track someone down for a check. The wait staff were also unable to tell me exactly what ingredients are in their food which I find very strange and especially not helpful when you have food allergies. read more

They turned a former Chipotle into a wonderful restaurant with food considerably better than a Chipotle...and the drinks are really tasty, too. Highly recommend this place. read more

Like having this option on the Ave but it never quite hits the spot the way I wish it would. Some of the dishes are misses and service can sometimes be off or slow. read more

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Sadly, I am not able to provide a review of the food here. Today, my boss and I planned lunch there. I was waiting for my colleague outside The Cottage when an employee came outside and basically "shooed" me....apparently he assumed I was loitering, avoiding the rain perhaps although I had an umbrella. When I advised that I was simply waiting for someone, he asked for my name so that he could confirm my reservation. I advised that I did not have a reservation at which point he told me that he would need to "see" if they had room for us!! Needless to day, we chose to dine elsewhere. read more

Today we were standing in front of the restaurant reviewing their menu when someone from the restaurant came out and told us they don't allow loitering in front of their restaurant. We work for a wealth management firm on the avenue, so I'm sure what type of clientele they serve. We went to Moli where the service and food was outstanding. What a joke! read more

Met a friend there for lunch and we both loved it. Top of the avenue so parking not bad, lol. I had the burger which lived up to the hype. My friend had the avocado tuna poke bowl which was super too. Service was super and good vibe in the place. Good lunchtime crowd, nice mix. Would definitely head back there! read more

I thought about calling the food simple. But I think thoughtful is a better term. The dishes we had (I sampled them all) did not have a myriad of ingredients thrown together. Instead, they few, carefully selected flavors, thoughtfully selected and cleverly married. I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to going back. Service could use a tweak and definitely do not raise the volume on the music. read more