Best Restaurants in Fairfield County 2026 by Samantha Yanks
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As the founder of The Connecticut Edit @theconnecticutedit and Editor-in-Chief of Westport Magazine @westportmagazine, people always look to Samantha @samanthayanks for the best dining recommendations. For someone who always tries all the best spots, she knows exactly where to find a phenomenal omakase, a classic French brunch, or a reliable gem that truly understands hospitality. After sharing her statewide favorites in Part 1, we are back with Part 2 to drop her absolute top picks in Fairfield County. The Insider List: Most Underrated & Casual Family Night: Hudson Malone (Westport) @hudsonmalonewestport Best Brunch: Le Penguin (Greenwich) @lepenguin_ct Best Sushi: Sushi Bar (Old Greenwich) @sushibarct Sushi Jin (Westport) @sushijinwestport Hotaru (Southport) @hotaru.southport Best Date Night: Arden’s (Rowayton) @ardensrowayton Kawa Ni (Westport) @kawaniwestport Best Italian: Casa Me (Westport) @casamecafe
About this guide
Samantha Yanks is founder of The Connecticut Edit and Editor in Chief of Westport Magazine. People always look to Samantha for the best dining recommendations. For someone who always tries all the best spots, she knows exactly where to find a phenomenal omakase, a classic French brunch, or a reliable gem that truly understands hospitality
Restaurants in this guide
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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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Sushi Bar
A traditional Japanese sushi bar offering a variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese specialties, including classic rolls and nigiri.
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Sushi Jin
Offers a variety of sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese dishes.
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Hotaru
Hotaru offers a diverse menu of traditional Japanese cuisine, specializing in fresh sushi, sashimi, and a variety of classic and specialty rolls. The menu also includes cooked entrees such as teriyaki, tempura, and noodle dishes.
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Arden's Rowayton
Arden's Rowayton offers a selection of American cafe fare, including breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, baked goods, and coffee.
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Hudson Malone
A classic American steakhouse offering prime steaks, chops, and seafood, complemented by traditional sides and a comprehensive bar program featuring cocktails and an extensive wine list.
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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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Le Penguin
A classic French bistro offering traditional dishes like steak frites, escargots, mussels, roast chicken, and seasonal fish, alongside classic French desserts.