"Dessert made the night."…read more La Bistro delivers a solid, comfortable dining experience, even if it does not quite separate itself from the pack. I ordered the 1930's Rachel sandwich with pastrami, Swiss, sauerkraut, and thousand island on rye, served with a side of fries. The sandwich was well balanced and satisfying, with the pastrami bringing a good depth of flavor and the bread nicely toasted, though nothing about it pushed beyond what you would expect from a reliable local spot. The fries were crisp and did their job, but again, more supporting act than standout. Where the meal really turned was dessert. The Tangerine and Ube mousses were easily the highlight of the night. Both had a clean, refined presentation and a smooth texture that felt more thoughtful and elevated than the rest of the meal. The tangerine was bright and refreshing, while the ube brought a subtle richness that rounded things out nicely. It was the one moment that felt memorable. The ambiance leans warm and relaxed, making it an easy place to sit and talk without feeling rushed. Service was steady and unobtrusive, fitting the tone of the restaurant well. Overall, La Bistro is a dependable spot that gets the fundamentals right, but it is the dessert that gives you a reason to come back.

La Bistro serves delicious food -- everything we ordered was flavorful and well-executed. The space…read morehas a cozy, welcoming vibe that makes you want to settle in and enjoy your meal. Be prepared - the menu is extensive! Unfortunately, our experience was overshadowed by the service. We felt rushed throughout the meal, with attempts to clear plates while our forks were halfway in our mouths. When asked if there was a time limit to dining, we were told it was a push to seat other guests (We spent about 2 hours dining/drinks). Dining out should feel relaxed, not hurried. I hope management addresses this because the food truly deserves better service to match.

This place has a cozy ambience and excellent service. There is a small, but solid, food menu too!read more

This is a hotel bar, but it has an impressive menu of creative cocktails, and a surprising range of…read moretequila, rum, and other liquor options behind the bar. As a hotel bar the ambiance isn't top grade, but this also means it won't be packed, loud, or over-crowded, so it's very much worth checking out if you're nearby and want a good drink before/after dinner or before/after seeing a movie at the nearby theaters.

We sat at the bar last Friday night. The restaurant was empty, and the bar is beautiful and this…read moreservers bartenders were very sweet and made a very good drink. We started out with the bar on salad. We sat at the bar last Friday night. The restaurant was empty, and the bar is beautiful and this servers bartenders were very sweet and made a very good drink. We started out with the bar on salad.

Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. This is an…read moreelegant upmarket restaurant. The building is stunning and the dining areas elegant and comfortable. The cuisine, service and ambiance all first class. There is also valet parking.

Great waiter, great food and great ambiance…read more I went with a large group and they accommodated all 12 of us. I'd definitely visit again

I really want to love this restaurant. The atmosphere and music are wonderful, and the interior…read morefeels almost like a museum -- beautifully designed with gorgeous decor. The shareable small plates and desserts were both excellent. I think I dream of the cheese pickled peppers, burek, and baklava. Unfortunately, service has been the consistent issue across both of my visits. On each occasion, it was incredibly slow and inattentive, to the point that we skipped entrees altogether after waiting roughly 1.5 hours just to receive our first shared plate. Ordering a bottle of wine felt disorganized, as it seemed to have been forgotten both times. The space and food have so much potential, but the pacing and attentiveness put a damper on the overall experience.

Our server Elnor was amazing! He was attentive and answered all our menu questions. We came on…read moreSunday. 1/2 off select pizza and pasta. Amazing deal!

I had a mixed experience at Quartiere. The staff were friendly and mostly attentive but the food…read morewas hit or miss. We started with some mocktails that were very good and the apple & pear salad that was also good. Our waitress also brought us some complimentary bread and herb butter. All good. But when my entree came it was so disappointing. I ordered the hanger steak cook medium. It was cooked to temp but had to be the chewiest steak Ive ever had. The steak knife wouldnt even cut through it. The knife basically ripped the steak apart. It also came with the largest broccolini I have ever seen. It was basically broccoli but ultimately was under cooked for how large the stalks were. I did try the desserts but they looked good.

Food excellent ! Great service!…read morePrice affordable ! You must try it! Family are welcome during lunch time !

Little Pub keeps proving why it's a local favorite -- cozy vibe, friendly service, and creative pub…read morefood that hits the spot more often than not. Napa Salmon Flatbread: The blackened salmon was perfectly seasoned and juicy, balanced by the crisp cabbage and creamy guac. The cilantro-lime sour cream and chipotle honey drizzle added just enough zing and sweetness to tie it all together. Fresh, flavorful, and surprisingly light for a pub dish. Buttermilk Ranch Crunch Wrap: Comfort food done right. Crispy fried chicken, crunchy tater tots, and melty cheddar jack wrapped up with BBQ sauce and ranch -- total flavor bomb. Could've used a touch less sauce to avoid sogginess, but still seriously satisfying. Overall, Little Pub nails casual dining with flair. Great place to grab something fun, filling, and just a little indulgent.

Originally excited by the addition of the Americano to Stamford's downtown scene and aesthetically…read moreloved the place too - but that's about all after my visit. Got there early ahead of our reservation to get drinks at the bar. I ordered a dirty vodka martini and my husband got a gin martini. They got the order wrong and gave us both dirty martinis. I was briefly excited by them asking if I wanted blue cheese olives but even those were dry since you can see them on the bar pre-skewered, sitting in a container, not in brine. We finished our drinks and then moved to a table. We were not given water when seated. Placed an order for another round of drinks then (smartly) made the decision to order a mix of apps first before our entrees. Placed an order for another round of drinks, got the gnocchi, dumplings & wings. Food hit our table before our drinks arrived and we had to ask for water. Now onto the actual food - sadly, nothing good to say about it: - Sticky Gochujang Wings: well fried wing but WAY too much vinegar in the sauce not at all a Gochujang flavor - Sweet Chili Dumplings: Panda Express sauce a cloyingly sweet. Would expect more from a place like this. Also the filling of the dumpling tasted like it had curry seasoning? Curry + sweet chili are not flavors that mix - at least not in this dish. - Gnocchi: The sauce was broken/so grainy and gritty and the gnocchi itself SO DENSE. After this bad show, it was a no-brainer that we were gonna take our night and appetites elsewhere. So disappointing. Feels like they have a lot of service issues. Staff felt new even though they've been open for a year or so now. Unless some big changes happen, I have no interest in coming back.

I've dined here several times over the past year plus. I'm struggling with where to land this…read morereview rating-wise because the food and drinks are always really great. Service, however, can be extremely hit or miss. I feel like 4 stars is appropriate because most of the time, it's a hit -- but when it's a miss, you almost feel abandoned at your table... The couple of times this has happened, the server was also very rude. Again, 90% of the time, really great and wonderful service experience, too. Additionally, it can get very loud in the restaurant and I'm relatively soft-spoken, so it can be very difficult for me to communicate with the servers. The experience at the bar has always been so lovely. Both the outdoor patio and indoor seating... Great vibe, great lighting. I've dined here enough, solo and in groups, to have had all of the following: To sip: - Espresso Martini: Very good espresso martinis here! - Manhattan: Classic. Great. - Agave Club: Good, sweet (as expected). - Socialite: Good. They make a good, classic Negroni and the red wine offerings are good. I'm not a huge CA wine person, but their Chianti on the menu from Italy is good. Must be medium-high in sulfite levels though because I do tend to get a little stuffy... but that's ok. :) To eat: - Burrata: Delicious but you really cannot go wrong here. - Charcuterie Board: Great to share. - Rock Shrimp Bao Buns: Ordered once. I continue to do without. They are really good but for me, personally, there's better on the menu. - Oysters: Basic but delicious selection. I just love oysters. - Organic Scottish Salmon: Very good. - Black Pot Mussels - Manieri: Amazing mussels and that white wine to accompany... Perfect. - Hanger Steak: Yum. - Greens and Quinoa Salad: Love it, very sesame-forward. If you do not like sesame, do not order. If you love it, go for it. - Spicy Lobster Fettucini: This is SO. GOOD. Have ordered this several times... Once, I had it two nights in a row dining in and I love it every time. Really good pasta dish and the amount of lobster is generous and the delicate flavor, surprisingly, does not get lost. Always plated beautifully. To end: - Caramel Brioche: REALLY great dessert; decadent. - Ricotta Cheesecake Brûlée: Amazing. The blueberry marmalade is so good.

We were traveling through Stamford and happened by Flinders, had an absolutely excellent…read moreexperience. Food was delicious and unique. Highly enjoyed the crispy duck. The staff, esp our server Eric, were kind and helpful, plus the location is just beautiful. Will come back again!

My husband and I recently hosted our baby shower for our first baby at Flinder's last weekend…read more(3/21/26), and we couldn't have been happier with the experience. We hosted roughly 55 people and utilized the entire restaurant for our private event (restaurant buyout). From the onset, Ross and Eric (Mgr. + Assistant Mgr.) were incredibly friendly, responsive to all my questions via email, and agreed to meet not once, but TWICE in-person to ensure all details were accounted for, and that our requests would be accommodated. The event ran smoothly because of their professionalism and attention to detail. During the event, the kitchen, bar, and wait staff were incredibly attentive, kind, friendly, and honestly felt like part of the party the entire time. Our family and friends raved about the entire experience, including the service, the food, and the configuration of the space. We left smiling from ear-to-ear, and are incredibly grateful to everyone at Flinder's for helping to make our baby shower a great success!