Top Eats Stamford

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Based on 796 votes from Stamford locals.

About this guide

Where locals keep going back — voted into the Top 3.

Ranked by verified local diners in Stamford. These Top Picks reflect the most upvoted restaurants in each dining category.

Restaurants in this guide

  1. Colony Grill is renowned for its unique, thin-crust bar-style pizzas, particularly the hot oil pizza, with a straightforward menu focused primarily on pizza and beverages.

  2. Classic Italian dishes including pasta, seafood, and meat in an upscale setting.

  3. Kashi offers a wide selection of traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, specializing in fresh sushi, sashimi, and creative rolls. The menu also includes cooked appetizers, entrees, and a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options.

  4. Casa Villa offers a diverse menu of authentic Mexican and Latin American cuisine, featuring traditional breakfast, lunch, and dinner options such as tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, and fresh seafood, all prepared with fresh ingredients and known for generous portions.

  5. Specializes in authentic Shanghainese cuisine, most famously a variety of soup dumplings (xiaolongbao), alongside other traditional dishes like noodles, fried rice, wontons, scallion pancakes, and various appetizers.

  6. Offers a wide range of classic Thai dishes including various curries, noodle dishes like Pad Thai, stir-fries, rice plates, soups, and appetizers.

  7. A retro 1950s-style diner serving classic American comfort food including a variety of burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, fries, onion rings, and hand-spun milkshakes and malts.

  8. A classic American steakhouse offering prime dry-aged steaks, chops, and fresh seafood, complemented by traditional sides, an extensive wine list, and sophisticated cocktails.

  9. A French-inspired cafe and bar offering a diverse menu from breakfast and brunch items to lunch (sandwiches, salads) and dinner entrees like steak frites and duck confit, alongside pastries, coffee, and a full beverage selection.

  10. Prime offers a high-end menu featuring prime steaks, fresh seafood, and classic American dishes. The menu includes appetizers, main courses focusing on quality cuts and seasonal ingredients, and decadent desserts, complemented by an extensive wine list and craft cocktails.

  11. Famous for its New Haven-style, thin-crust, coal-fired apizza, offering classic tomato pies, mozzarella, and a variety of toppings. Also serves salads, appetizers, and desserts.

  12. Classic Italian trattoria serving traditional pasta dishes, seafood, meat entrees, and appetizers in a lively setting.

  13. Offers a wide selection of fresh sushi, sashimi, and rolls, as well as traditional Japanese kitchen dishes.

  14. Offers a wide array of traditional Mexican dishes including tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, and seafood, complemented by appetizers, soups, and salads, all prepared with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. A full bar is available.

  15. Offers a wide selection of traditional Thai dishes including curries, noodles, and stir-fries, alongside Japanese cuisine featuring sushi, sashimi, and various cooked entrees.

  16. Bareburger offers a menu of gourmet burgers made with organic, grass-fed, and free-range meats, alongside extensive plant-based and vegan burger options. The menu also includes salads, sandwiches, sides, and milkshakes, with an emphasis on sustainable and ethically sourced ingredients.

  17. Lenny's Seafood & Steakhouse offers a classic menu featuring fresh seafood, prime cuts of steak, and traditional American appetizers and sides.

  18. A French-inspired cafe and bistro offering a diverse menu including sweet and savory crepes, sandwiches, salads, soups, pastries, coffee, and light entrees for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

  19. Upscale steakhouse offering dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and classic American dishes with an extensive wine list.

  20. Classic Italian-American comfort food featuring pizza, pasta dishes, heroes, and salads.

  21. Divina Modern Italian offers a contemporary take on classic Italian cuisine, featuring fresh handmade pasta, seafood, meat dishes, and appetizers prepared with seasonal ingredients. The menu provides a refined yet accessible dining experience with a focus on quality and fresh flavors.

  22. Fin II offers an extensive Japanese menu, specializing in fresh sushi, sashimi, and a wide array of specialty rolls. The menu also includes traditional kitchen entrees such as teriyaki, tempura, and noodle dishes, along with various appetizers and salads.

  23. Riviera Maya offers a vibrant menu of traditional Mexican and Latin American cuisine, featuring classic dishes like tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and burritos, alongside fresh seafood options and a wide selection of signature margaritas and cocktails.

  24. Offers a variety of traditional Thai dishes including curries, noodles, rice dishes, and stir-fries, with options for various dietary needs.

  25. Bedford Hall Craft Kitchen & Bar offers a menu of modern American comfort food and gastropub fare, including burgers, sandwiches, salads, and entrees, complemented by a selection of craft cocktails and an extensive beer list.

  26. An authentic Brazilian steakhouse offering all-you-can-eat grilled meats served rodizio style by gaucho chefs, complemented by a gourmet salad bar with a variety of hot and cold dishes.

  27. Lorca offers a diverse menu of small plates (tapas) and larger entrees inspired by Spanish and Latin American flavors, including ceviche, empanadas, paella, tacos, and grilled dishes, complemented by a selection of signature cocktails.

  28. Coastal American cuisine with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, featuring a raw bar, seafood, grilled meats, pastas, and seasonal dishes, complemented by a popular brunch menu.

  29. Traditional Albanian and Balkan cuisine featuring grilled meats like qebapa and pljeskavica, savory stews such as fasule and speca të mbushura, borek, and unique dishes like fli.