3 Best Restaurants in Southwestern Connecticut, Connecticut

The Capital Grille

$$$$ Fodor's choice
This swanky and splurge-worthy steak house serves up impeccable steaks and chops, along with a host of other well-crafted entrées, in the dimly lit dining room with an old-school gentleman's club feel. Though dry-aged, hand-carved steaks are the specialty, Capital Grille also excels at seafood: pan-seared scallops, Maine lobster, and sushi-grade seared sesame tuna are equally delicious choices.
230 Tressor Blvd., Stamford, Connecticut, 06901, USA
203-967--0000
Known For
  • the steaks, of course, prepared exactly as you like
  • creamed spinach, truffle fries, lobster mac 'n' cheese---lots of sides to share
  • perfect for a special occasion (or when you're really hungry)
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekends

Le Fat Poodle

$$$$

A modern take on a classic (and classy) French bistro, you'll find the usual French standards on the menu like steak frites, along with international dishes such as Madras lamb curry, Peking duck, and San Francisco cioppino. As for decor, you'll find potted palms, ceiling fans, a partially open kitchen, and floor-to-ceiling windows in the bright, airy dining room.

20 Arcadia Rd., Old Greenwich, Connecticut, 06870, USA
203-717--1515
Known For
  • terrace dining in warm weather
  • vegetarian and gluten-free options
  • professional service
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Reservations required weekend evenings

Prime Stamford

$$$$

Enjoy a full view of the waterfront while partaking of USDA Prime dry-aged steak, chops, or seafood with classic steakhouse sides and enhancements such as horseradish cream, Bearnaise, blue cheese, or Bordelaise sauce. Start with a selection from the raw bar, wagyu meatballs, octopus carpaccio, or caramelized figs, among other options—and end with a "movie theater" sundae.

78 Southfield Ave., Stamford, Connecticut, 06902, USA
203-817--0700
Known For
  • outdoor dining in summer
  • glass wine room with more than 750 labels
  • no kids under 6
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Reservations suggested

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