Siena Ristorante: Authentic Tuscan Cuisine in Stamford

Siena Ristorante offers Stamford diners what might be the finest Tuscan cuisine in town. This beautiful establishment is dedicated to serving up classic Italian recipes using only the freshest and finest ingredients available. In addition to the many delicious menu items, Siena also features a big wine list with many great varieties suited to all palates. The lunch menu features an assortment of tasty dishes. Chicken livers are sautéed in butter and served over fresh fennel, while the charcuterie plate features a selection of fine cured meats. The dinner service offers many excellent dishes as well. Quail comes with toasted hazelnuts, while the skirt steak is served with Tuscan beans and broccoli rabe. There are also many great pasta selections, including linguine with clams, cheese filled ravioli, and straccetti with Bolognese sauce. 

Siena Ristorante
519 Summer Street
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 351-0898
http://www.sienaristorante.net/
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The Fez: Stamford Mediterranean Cuisine

Looking for a cozy romantic dinner with some flavorful food in an intimate atmosphere? You might enjoy The Fez, a Stamford restaurant serving a menu of Mediterranean cuisine to appreciative diners. Inside The Fez, you'll find rich, colorful decor to complement great food and wine. The Fez's menu is classic Mediterranean fare like kabobs, hummus, falafel, tabbouleh, and more. Try the chicken lollypops with dill sauce or the gingery harira soup, two of The Fez's most popular dishes. Complete your meal at The Fez with wine or Moroccan coffee and a dessert like the hazelnut chocolate cheesecake, while you listen to eclectic music.

The Fez
227 Summer Street
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 324-3391

Crab Shell: Seafood on the Water in Stamford

The Crab Shell offers Stamford diners a lot more than just tempting seafood dishes. This lovely establishment is a great place to take in a meal on temperate day thanks to the gorgeous outdoor seating arrangements. Whether you are in the market for a super seafood feast or just want something light and refreshing to snack on at the bar, Crab Shell has you covered. The bar menu features many tasty dishes sure to satisfy all tastes and palates. Fried calamari is a great dish, while the baked stuffed clams offers an alternative to you standard fried clam strips, which are also available. Non seafood items include jalapeno poppers, mozzarella sticks, and curly spicy fries with chili and cheese. Dinner at Crab Shell features a host of delicious entrees. Cajun catfish comes with shrimp salsa, while the New York cut steak sandwich comes on garlic bread and is topped with fried onion strings.

Crab Shell
46 Southfield Avenue
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 967-7229
http://www.crabshell.com/
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Columbus Park Trattoria: An Italian Meal You Won’t Forget

It’s easy to find Italian food in Fairfield County, but regulars swear that the Columbus Park Trattoria is the best in Stamford. This loyal following appreciates the welcoming and friendly service at this family owned restaurant.  With years of industry experience, they’ve created an outstanding menu for an Italian meal you won’t forget.  Start with the frisse salad with pancetta and a warm champagne vinaigrette.  Their pastas are made fresh daily – by hand; try their daily ravioli special.  For a traditional second course, try the Chilean seabass with an herbed white wine sauce.  An extensive wine menu features old-world and new-world varieties in a range of prices.  Simple and tasteful decor creates an inviting space in the small dining room. During summer months, Columbus Park Trattoria offers sidewalk dining. Reservations are suggested.

Columbus Park Trattoria
205 Main Street
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 967-9191
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Brighten Your Day at The Sundance Cafe

Brighten your day at The Sundance Cafe in Stamford.  This charming coffee shop and wine bar serves up homemade sandwiches, soups, and salads for three meals a day.  For a hearty start at an unbeatable price, regulars recommend the breakfast burrito with cajun chicken for $4.  The Cafe makes six soups every day and you can design your own salad for a healthy mid-day meal.  In addition to serving coffee brewed from high-quality beans, they offer several teas, including organic and unique blends.  Free wifi and cozy ambiance encourages customers spend an afternoon relaxing at the Cafe. If you need a mid-afternoon pick me up, grab a coffee from Sundance, it’s 50% off from 2:30-4:30 p.m. But, if you’d rather wait to unwind, after work happy hour from 4:30-6:30 offers $2 domestic beers and $5 glasses of wine.

The Sundance Cafe
105 Broad Street
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 252-2333
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Hope Pizza Restaurant: A Casual Family Eatery in Stamford

Family owned and operated for over 33 years, Hope Pizza Restaurant has been serving Stamford diners its popular pies. Homemade dough bakes up into a thick and flakey crust, strong enough to hold a mountain of toppings – and Hope Pizza offers over thirty from Artichokes to Zucchini. Pies are topped with a bubbly blend of mozzarella and white cheddar cheese and are cut square. Regulars suggest ordering one of their enormous salads and recommend having it tossed with gorgonzola and chicken soulvaki. Although most customers come in for pizza, there are plenty of other favorites from pastas to sandwiches. Try their Avogolemono chicken soup, made from a secret family recipe. It's always busy at Hope Pizza, but the large dining room ensures plenty of space and an efficient kitchen ensures your meal arrives promptly. Take-out is also available, in case you'd like to dine at home at Stamford Corners Apartments.

Hope Pizza Restaurant
230 Hope Street
Stamford, CT 06906
(203) 325-0660
www.hopepizza.com
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Small Plates Barbecue at Bar Q

Bar Q combines two food trends; barbecue and small plates. This innovative concepts gives Stamford barbecue aficionados a meal full of varied BBQ flavors.  Meats are dry rubbed and slow smoked over local Oak wood, resulting in tender, fall off the bone deliciousness.  Regulars recommend getting a group of friend together and ordering a bunch of plates for the table to share.  Barbecue favorites are the St. Louis sticky ribs, the beef burnt ends, and the smoked pork belly.  Pair them with several snacks and sides, like hush puppies with maple bourbon butter, fried pickles, and mac and cheese.  The bar has a surprisingly large beer selection featuring craft brews, you can get a flight of 4 for $9. Hard lemonades are a secret specialty that will quench your thirst on a hot day. Western themed decor and upbeat music create a lively atmosphere, perfect for their Thursday night line dancing.  Even if you don’t dance, bar specials like $3 PBR tall boys will make it worth your while.

Bar Q
15 Clark Street
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 316-0278
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Italian Fare in a Warm Ambiance at Ferrante Restaurant

Enjoy Italian cuisine in a warm ambiance at Ferrante Restaurant in Stamford. Its timeless ambiance with white linen table cloths, a dark wooden bar, and fresh flowers makes it perfect for a date or special evening out. On warm nights the French doors open adding to the romantic setting. Regulars recommend starting with the arugula, pear, and Fontina salad. For a main dish, don’t overlook the daily specials and seafood and veal entrees are highly recommended. Try the homemade Papradelle with a veal Bolognese sauce or the linguine with clams. Don’t skip dessert, Ferrante offers a nice selection of homemade gelato.  Occasionally on weekends, Ferrante Restaurant even hosts live jazz. Order a bottle of wine from their extensive list and enjoy the evening. 

Ferrante Restaurant
191 Summer Street
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 323-2000
www.ferranterestaurant.com
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Dinosaur Bar-B-Que: NY’s Famous

New York area’s famed barbecue chain, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, newest location in Stamford.  With numerous awards and accolades including the title of America’s top BBQ on Good Morning America, this is a must try.  Meats are smoked daily, and you can’t go wrong ordering your favorite barbecue from ribs to brisket.  Sides and snacks are Southern comfort food favorites like mac and cheese, turkey neck greens, and broccoli and carrot salad.  The fried green tomatoes and Creole spiced deviled eggs must haves if you’re there for snack or indulging. The bar has twenty beers on tap which you can enjoy as part of a flight, as a half pint, full pint or pitcher. There are even more bottles of domestic and imported brews to wash down your ‘cue. 

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
845 Canal Street
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 517-3272
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Napa & Company: Quality and Value

Located right in the heart of downtown Stamford, Napa & Company is a restaurant that embodies the fine food and wine of the Napa Valley. A laid back atmosphere permeates the restaurant, with a modern feel and high ceilings. The menu has a great selection of small and large plates, all of them beautifully composed and full of flavor. The wagyu beef burger is always a popular way to go, but the ricotta gnocchi with pistachios and mushrooms is also an incredible option. The wine list is quite deep, with a large selection of both bottles and selections by the glass, all at a great price point. Service is friendly all around, too, with the staff always happy to make recommendations. With exceptional food in a classy atmosphere Napa & company is great for a special night out.

 
75 Broad St
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 353-3319
 
 

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