Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Darien

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1. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

4.8

Exceptional(1773)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Stamford

Booked 22 times today

Dedicated to the expression of modern American cuisine, Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar is more than just a culinary adventure, it is a true experience. Guests can choose from an array of raw bar favorites, like blue point oysters, little neck clams, and lobster cocktail, along with Mizu Sushi, and steaks and chops like filet mignon and parmesan-crusted veal chop. For those with a sweet tooth, there are several dessert options, like New York style cheesecake, crème brûlée, and the crowd-favorite espresso martini – all served with complimentary water views, as both Prime locations are directly on the water with boat accessibility.Sunday Brunch is offered weekly, with catering options also available. Please note that reservations are recommended but walk-ins are always welcome...allowing you the time to explore our entire property with spectacular waterfront views.

2. Match

4.8

Exceptional(1515)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • South Norwalk

Booked 23 times today

A twenty three year veteran of South Norwalk’s dining scene, Match has earned its reputation as one of the state’s most consistent and award-winning restaurants with its global approach to New American cuisine led by chef/owner Matt Storch. Match has focused on retaining its loyal clientele as well as welcoming new guests by emphasizing high quality local ingredients, plate presentation and great service along with an award winning wine list. All of these elements come together in a radiant room that pulses with energy. Reservations recommended.

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3. Villa Italia Restaurant

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4.7

Exceptional(125)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Stamford

Booked 9 times today

Italian food is comfort food; it's rich and flavorful, warm and hearty, and it's best enjoyed with friends and family. Pasta is food for the body and the soul. We are a family-owned business serving up homemade Italian cuisine to the Stamford community since 1983. Every single dish over the years has been not only authentic, scratch-made pasta, our homemade desserts by Chef Neil Vitiello, seafood, pizzas and more crafted from our family recipes, it's been cooked and served with love too. What's better than enjoying great food with live music? Join us every Tuesday night for Tuesday Night Live Jazz, featuring superb area musicians playing music from the Great American Songbook, pop and soft rock from the decades. Once a month we host an open mic/live karaoke night with Chris Coogan backing you on the keys! From our family to yours, we look forward to welcoming you soon.

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4. Buffalo Wild Wings - Downtown Stamford

3.7

Very Good(17)

Price: Moderate

• American • Stamford

Since 1982, Buffalo Wild Wings® (or B-Dubs® as our friends call us) has been the ultimate place to watch the game, have a cold beer and eat some great food. At Buffalo Wild Wings, you can always feel comfortable pulling some tables together with your friends and staying as long as you want.

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5. The Cottage - Greenwich

4.7

Exceptional(356)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Greenwich

Booked 29 times today

The Cottage - Greenwich is a comfort food haven, offering a menu full of Lewis' award-winning, handcrafted dishes. Reviewers rave about the 'unique and delicious' food, 'excellent' service, and the 'pleasant' atmosphere. It's described as a place where 'every dish is so well thought out', and the 'fresh seasonal ingredients are spectacular'. The cozy ambiance and top-notch service add to the comfort food experience.

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6. Little Pub - Greenwich

4.6

Exceptional(307)

Price: Moderate

• American • Greenwich

Booked 1 time today

Great food, generous drinks, and a lively pub atmosphere you'll feel right at home in. A rustic neighborhood gathering place with a relentless focus on customer service, value, and fun.

7. North Star Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(642)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pound Ridge

Booked 6 times today

Rated 4 Stars by the NY Times - April 2012. North Star Restaurant offers casual dining with creative Contemporary American cuisine in an environment designed to feel like your living room. Comfortable with a vibe. Owner operated, North Star has a uniquely warm and friendly staff. An extremely experienced and classically trained European Chef combines the freshest local organic ingredients sourced from the finest organic farms in the NY area. His Chilean Sea Bass, Sautéed Halibut and Butter-Poached Lobster are highly regarded, as are his rich tasting cream-free soups and House-Made Ravioli. North Star is also well known for its lively bar where everyone makes a friend on their first visit, and for hosting the most talented live music in the area after dinner on Thursday nights. Peaceful and quiet outside seating during the Summer. Kid friendly on the early side. Half price bottles of wine under $75 on Tuesday nights. North Star is a unique gem and cultivates customers for life

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8. Emmy Squared Pizza - Westport

4.2

Awesome(108)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Westport

Booked 19 times today

Offering quality ingredients and deliciously unique toppings, our signature Detroit-style pizza is marked by its square shape, crispy bottom, fluffy dough, cheesy "frico" crust, and signature sauce stripes. Our famed double-stack burger, the Le Big Matt, was named ‘#1 Best Burger in Nashville’ by The Tennessean and Nashville Lifestyles, voted one of ‘The Best New Burgers In NYC’ by Gothamist, and listed as one of the ‘20 Best Burgers in NYC’ by The Infatuation. The menu also highlights a selection of approachable salads, sandwiches served on pretzel buns, craft beers and cocktails, wine and our homemade frozen pomegranate margarita! Gaining critical claim and an ever-growing cult following, we have expanded the Emmy Squared brand with eight locations across New York City, Nashville, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Louisville. In every neighborhood we join, our team is committed to contributing to the community and practice our company ethos of and unparalleled hospitality.

9. The Ginger Man

4.5

Awesome(725)

Price: Expensive

• American • Greenwich

Booked 35 times today

The Ginger Man opened in Greenwich in August of 2002 and instantly became one of the area’s most popular restaurants. Known for its warm and inviting atmosphere, the Ginger Man is a favorite among Greenwich locals and neighboring communities. Whether you are looking for a quick burger (maybe the best burger anywhere!), sandwich, or salad with friends or an intimate dinner at a table by the fireplace, The Ginger Man offers you a unique dining experience.The Ginger Man’s menu accommodates people of all ages with everything from grilled cheese to entrée-sized salads and two to three fish selections daily. The restaurant still uses a real butcher from the New York City marketplace to hand pick its steaks and blend that special mix for its famous burgers.The Ginger Man features 23 taps, 80+ bottles and a well chosen wine list from small and large Vineyards around the world. The Ginger Man’s burgers and beers were voted “best burger” and “best beer selection.”

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Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was fantastic for our anniversary lunch. Filet for $75 seemed a bit expensive for the cut but was cooked great. Service phenomenal
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Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CTPrice: Very Expensive• American• Stamford
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4.8
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KAIDI
Baja California Sur •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent experience, it was our first time and we will definitely return. Everything was perfect, our waiter was amazing, he was knowledgeable and excellent. Not to mention working there for 22 years, all the food/drinks recommendations were on point! Thank you
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MatchPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• South Norwalk
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4.8
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Macevip
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
The tranquil vibe during lunch is perfect for those who want a peaceful escape. A small, well-curated menu means that everything is carefully crafted and of high quality. I appreciate that there are some inventive gf options. Add professional service to the mix, and it is the kind of spot that really takes care of its guests.
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The Cottage - GreenwichPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Greenwich
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4.7
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Janetvip
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 1, 2024
This restaurant never disappoints. The food is outstanding! Everything is homemade.
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Villa Italia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Stamford
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4.7
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BF78vip
New York City •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 4, 2023
If you know what to expect, and you’ve been here on more than one occasion already, your expectations should be set …then you should be right there….this place is fantastic! I honestly love the mango habanero wings as they are the perfect amount of spice and flavor that I only find better sauces, available at blind rhino in Norwalk. MAKE SURE To BE SPECIFIC WITH THE WAGE STAFF THAT YOU WANT THE WINGS MARKED APPROPRIATELY AS THEY COME OUT! THE ONLY DOWNFALL I REALLY FIND HERE IS THAT THEY DON’T DO A GOOD JOB OF THIS WHICH IS COMPLETELY UNFAIR WHEN EATING WITH A GROUP AND ORDERING MULTIPLE SAUCES
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Buffalo Wild Wings - Downtown StamfordPrice: Moderate• American• Stamford
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3.7

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar, Stamford CT

2. Match

3. Villa Italia Restaurant

4. Buffalo Wild Wings - Downtown Stamford

5. The Cottage - Greenwich

6. Little Pub - Greenwich

7. North Star Restaurant

8. Emmy Squared Pizza - Westport

9. The Ginger Man

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