Best Restaurants in Connecticut 2026 by Dimitri Pantzos
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About this guide
Dimitri Pantzos has been around restaurants his whole life — his family’s been running them in Fairfield County for over 30 years. So when we asked him where he actually eats, the list was specific, opinionated, and crossed state lines.
Restaurants in this guide
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L'Escale
French and Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood and seasonal ingredients.
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Kawa Ni
Kawa Ni is a Japanese izakaya serving a diverse menu of small plates, including yakitori, bao, gyoza, and steamed buns. They also offer a variety of ramen, rice bowls, and larger entrees, with a focus on shareable dishes.
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Mykonos Kouzina
Mykonos Kouzina serves traditional Greek cuisine, featuring classic appetizers such as spanakopita and tzatziki, a variety of fresh salads, and main courses including moussaka, souvlaki, grilled fish and meats like lamb chops, concluding with authentic Greek desserts like baklava.
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Sparrow Pizza Bar
Sparrow Pizza Bar specializes in wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas, offering a selection of creative and classic pies. The menu also features a variety of small plates, fresh salads, and Italian desserts.
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Sal's Pizza Mamaroneck
Sal's Pizza Mamaroneck offers classic New York-style pizza, a variety of pasta dishes, hot and cold heroes, salads, and other Italian-American comfort food in a casual setting.
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Hey Taco!
A vibrant spot offering a variety of fresh tacos, burritos, bowls, and quesadillas with a focus on quality ingredients and classic Mexican flavors.
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Casa Me
Casa Me offers a menu of authentic Italian cuisine, featuring a selection of Neapolitan-style pizzas, fresh pastas, and classic Italian entrees, often with a modern approach.
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Organika Kitchen
Organika Kitchen offers a menu focused on healthy, organic, and plant-based options. Their offerings include a variety of acai bowls, smoothies, juices, salads, wraps, toasts, and other wholesome meals. They cater extensively to dietary restrictions, with many gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan choices.
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Layla's Falafel
Simple destination for homemade Lebanese specialties such as falafel & shawarma.