Best Restaurants in Connecticut by Joe Ferraro

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Joe drives anywhere for great food. Here's where he actually goes. 🤫 Under-Promise & Over-Deliver šŸ“ Good Old Days Pizza & Cocktail Den (Newtown) šŸ“ Nour Lebanese Cuisine (Bethel) šŸ“ Chef Jiang (New Haven) šŸš— Worth The Drive šŸ“ Bar Naan (Brookfield) šŸ“ Greca Mediterranean Kitchen + Bar (New Milford) šŸ“ West Street Grill (Litchfield) šŸ’Ž Hidden Gems šŸ“ Community Shellfish (Bethel) šŸ“ Ferris Acres Creamery (Newtown)

About this guide

Joe Ferraro drives anywhere for great food. He is also a one on one communication coach for executives and entrepreneurs.

Restaurants in this guide

  1. Good Old Days Pizza & Cocktail Den offers a menu centered around craft pizzas with a variety of classic and unique toppings, complemented by American and Italian-inspired dishes. The establishment also features a dedicated cocktail den serving a selection of classic and specialty drinks.

  2. A contemporary Indian restaurant offering a diverse menu of traditional curries, tandoori items, and Indian street food with a modern twist, alongside fresh naan and unique small plates.

  3. A seafood market offering a wide selection of fresh shellfish and other seafood, with potential for prepared items like lobster rolls or chowder for takeout.

  4. Nour Lebanese Cuisine offers a wide array of traditional Lebanese dishes including various mezzes like hummus, baba ghanoush, and tabbouleh, along with grilled meats such as shawarma and kebabs, and vegetarian options like falafel.

  5. Greca Mediterranean Kitchen + Bar offers a menu of authentic Greek and Mediterranean dishes, including fresh seafood, grilled meats, traditional meze (small plates), salads, pasta, and desserts, all prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

  6. Homemade ice cream and frozen desserts made with fresh ingredients from a working dairy farm, offering a variety of classic and seasonal flavors.

  7. Chef Jiang specializes in authentic Szechuan cuisine, offering a diverse menu of traditional spicy dishes, stir-fries, and noodle options.

  8. Upscale American cuisine with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and classic preparations, offering a sophisticated dining experience.