7 Best Casual Restaurants in Guilford

7 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina restaurant

1. Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina

4.6

Exceptional(57)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Madison

Booked 2 times today

Experience upscale Mexican cuisine with a delightful twist at Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina. Our newly redesigned downtown spot offers a charming ambiance, perfect for enjoying drinks and appetizers at the bar or dining on our enclosed porch year-round. Indulge in our inventive tacos with homemade tortillas, featuring flavors like savory shrimp or succulent pulled pork tamales. Cap off your meal with our creamy Tres Leches dessert. With prompt service and engaged waitstaff, every visit is a celebration of flavor and hospitality.

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2. Chamard Vineyards, Farm Winery Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2433)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Clinton

Booked 3 times today

Established in 1983, Chamard Vineyards, is one of the Connecticut Wine Trails founding fathers. Tucked between the Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River, Chamard enjoys a unique marine micro-climate ideal for growing European Vinifera vines such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Pinot Noir. To produce “French Inspired Wines from the Connecticut Shoreline” has been Chamards mission from the start. As a farm, Chamard honors agriculture by partnering with fellow growers and producers to pair food with wine in celebration of Connecticut’s local gastronomy.

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3. The Essex Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(42)

Price: Moderate

• French • Branford

Booked 1 time today

Chef Colt Taylor, celebrated for his culinary gem, The Essex in Old Saybrook, is proud to announce the opening of The Essex Brasserie in Branford, Connecticut, This is comfort food at its finest.The Essex Brasserie showcases Chef Taylor’s innovative approach to French cuisine with a focus on local ingredients and bold flavors. The menu features classic French dishes, including many of the favorites at The Essex. Among the highlights:Lobster Bisque, Clam Chowders & French Onion SoupThe Wagyu BurgerBeef Wellington served with pomme purée, haricot verts, and bordelaiseFluke Meunière: A zesty and flavorful dish with peanut chile crisp Moules Frites: Fresh mussels offered in three unique stylesThe famous Essex Lobster & Beet Fusilli

4. Lockworks Tavern

4.4

Awesome(73)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Branford

Booked 3 times today

Lockworks Tavern isn't just your neighborhood tavern; it's an experience unto itself, a destination for those seeking something beyond the ordinary. Situated at the crossroads of tradition and innovation, the tavern captivates with a blend of rustic charm and modern flair. Here, conversations flow freely and your glass is always full.

5. HOME

4.7

Exceptional(201)

Price: Moderate

• American • Branford

Booked 1 time today

What does home feel like? In our welcoming space, we craft a variety of delicious comfort food dishes to give you that feeling every time you visit. Comfort foods with a twist and nothing but local support is our specialty!

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6. Lobster Shack - East Haven

4.6

Exceptional(9)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • East Haven

The Lobster Shack is located on the beautiful Connecticut shoreline in East Haven. If you're searching for Connecticut's Best Lobster Roll then visit us!

7. Little Riggs

5.0

Exceptional(4)

Price: Moderate

• American • Branford

Booked 1 time today

The mission stays the same though. Good food ties us to the memories and the people we love. I share the memories and the food I love. 3 years ago I started a little food truck breakfast in a little bar parking lot, today we call that parking lot ours and that little bar, is now Little Riggs.

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina

2. Chamard Vineyards, Farm Winery Bistro

3. The Essex Brasserie

4. Lockworks Tavern

5. HOME

6. Lobster Shack - East Haven

7. Little Riggs

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