Started in 2011, Saffron Indian Cuisine has come a long way. The restaurant is family owned., and authentic North Indian food is served here. We are a family of food lovers and have a history in the region of Punjab related to food and hospitality. The community here in Norwalk was quick to recognize our passion to serve authentic and home style food and supported us very generously. We are highly rated and the most talked about restaurant. Saffron has won many awards, including Talk of the Town Award, Restaurants of Distinction, “People Love Us On Yelp”.
Romanacci is an Italian restaurant owned and operated by brothers Graziano and Maurizio Ricci offering all types of “Italian Eats & Treats.” Homemade pizza, fresh pasta, pastries, and more await you at our Norwalk location. This cozy and casual spot is the perfect place to enjoy your favorite authentic Italian dishes, just like you would in Rome. Watch your favorite dishes be made in our open kitchen, take a seat at our bar and sip on our handcrafted Sangria, and understand what it means to be “Romanacci.” Simply translating to “From Rome,” where our Head Chef Graziano Ricci was formally trained, you are assured of “authenticity” in everything we do for you. The Ricci brothers also own Osteria Romana, a more formal Italian restaurant, with locations in Monroe and Norwalk. Whether you’re enjoying a happy hour with friends or a delicious meal with your family, everything we serve to you is guaranteed to be fresh, full of flavor, and made with love.
Riko’s Pizza is a “new generation” pizzeria located in Fairfield County, CT. Riko’s strives to serve the highest quality thin crust pizza with a complement of salads, wings and other menu items, using quality ingredients. Riko’s Pizza’s goal is to enrich the lives of our guests, our employees and community. We achieve this through superior quality food, treating our employees and customers like family. We take an active role in our community supporting philanthropic endeavors. We believe that a commitment to uncompromising quality and integrity should always guide our decisions and actions as we pursue our mission to provide our customers the highest quality experience.
Situated in the epicenter of South Norwalk’s bustling bar scene stands Public Wine Bar. The newest addition to Norwalk’s world of refined dining opened on April 10th of this year. Public Wine Bar, located on 88 Washington St. in what was formally the Greek restaurant Estia, has been a collaborative idea in the making for over four years between a pair who embody the American dream, Henry Lopez, and Eugenia Zuniga. Run and owned by the two, Public features a sophisticated dining experience ranging from exquisite lunch options and an elegant dinner menu to a wide variety of wine options from the California sun to the Tuscan countryside. The restaurant is small but possesses an elegant and modern vibe. Currently seating around 65 people inside, during the warm seasons, outdoor seating is also available at leisure. It is the perfect locale for a date, a casual lunch break, a night out with some friends, or a business meeting to impress your boss. The menu is inclusive yet takes you out of your comfort zone. It provides a range of Mediterranean cuisine but with a New England fare such as the Lobster Salad and the Wild Boar Ragu. The two-course lunch menu (offered between 11:30 a.m to 3:00 p.m) has a fixed price of $17 with an addition of a glass of wine or dessert for $3. The broad-based menu also contains an assortment of wines that are exclusively offered at Public. All fans of brunch will love their selection of brunch menu items plus bottomless mimosas for $15. Public Wine Bar is open daily from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m and later on Friday and Saturday. They have happy hour drink specials and a happy hour menu every day from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. so feel free to indulge in a Spanish wine or their famous Bloody Mary.
Paella Tapas Wine Bar Restaurant located in Norwalk, CT was opened in 1999 by Jaime Lopez, former chef from Meson Galicia. The restaurant was originally the right side and later expanded into the adjacent space. The restaurant was fully renovated to include a new main dining room with exposed beams and Spanish style design. The large spectacular wine cellar, displays the extensive wine collections and the room is available for private parties. In 2020, the restaurant had another renovation which now includes a colorful fun mural in the bar area with a new window wall. Paella offers Spanish & Mediterranean Cuisine, Paella & Tapas Parties, On and Off Premise Catering, Happy Hour and much more.
Brothers Maurizio and Graziano Ricci bring you traditional recipes from Rome, Italy. They specialize in homemade pasta, fish, veal, and chicken plates, in addition to imported Italian wines and unique Italian desserts pasta prepared daily in the restaurant is a favorite for all customers. Their commitment to quality can be seen in the selection of the freshest ingredients from local producers and the attention to quality and detail. Every meal is prepared fresh upon order. The pasta, fish, chicken dishes are all delicious. All specials are exciting with a modern twist on classic favorites, like the signature hand-made pasta with wild mushrooms and a brandy truffle sauce is just an example of what keeps customers coming back. Can’t make it for dinner? Many of the delicious items on the dinner menu are offered during lunch time in lunch-sized portions. Just like at dinner time, every meal is prepared fresh upon order. They take the same care and effort at lunchtime that they do for their renowned dinner service.
Craft Martini Night: Enjoy 1/2 price martinis every Wednesday from 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM!
Wine Night: Enjoy 1/2 price wine bottles under $65 every Monday from 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM!
Happy Hour: Every Weekday, Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, join us for 1/2 price craft martinis, 1/2 price craft cocktails, $5 house wine, and $5 sparkling rose & our bar menu!
The Soul of Ireland in the Heart of South Norwalk, CT O’Neill’s Irish Pub and Restaurant was opened by The Brothers O’Neill on St. Patrick’s Day, 1999. Taking their cues from one of Dublin’s oldest and respected pubs, The Brian Boru in Glasnevin, the Brothers O’Neill, and their entire team has since won the hearts of many with their welcoming environment, good company, and great food and drink, all wrapped in true Irish hospitality. In 2008 O’Neill’s built their dream pub a few doors down from its original location. The new dwelling pays homage to the pubs of ol’, from its stately turret-style brick façade to the crafted wood bar, stone fireplace, and intimate dining nooks throughout the space. The menu features pub favorites from juicy burgers and corned beef sandwiches, to Irish specialties such as old world beef stew, bangers and mash, and shepherd’s pie. O’Neill’s is famous for their “perfect Guinness pour” and a conversation over a glass of whiskey. Craft cocktails, seasonal beer selections, and a relaxing glass of wine round out the beverage program. O’Neill’s takes pride in participating in many fundraising events including the annual charity golf outing, St Baldrick’s head-shaving event, their annual 5K race, and many more causes that are dear to their hearts and have an impact on the community. O’Neill’s Irish Pub and Restaurant remains a pillar of the City of Norwalk.
Beer Garden Stage: Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Drinks, Live Music, Beer. No Cover! Thursdays with Geoff Hartwell from 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Sundays with Sean Murawski from 5:00 – 8:00 PM.
Oishi Sushi & Izakaya is an innovative Japanese pub concept that offers sushi, Japanese and Pan-Asian cuisine, vegetarian specialties, a traditional Omakase experience, and a modern beverage program which includes an extensive sake menu. Oishi’s wood panel and slate wall lined dining room, open sushi bar, stone backdrop bar, and outdoor seating exudes warmth. The menu offers a large selection of market fresh fish and sushi creations and small plates such as spicy edamame, vegetable spring rolls, shrimp shumai and panko fried calamari. Come for the creative sushi rolls such as the popular Crocodile Roll with spicy crunchy tuna topped with lobster tempura, avocado, and wasabi tobiko and drizzled with wasabi aioli and sweet soy sauce or tasty entrées including Grilled Lemongrass Chicken and Pan Seared Sesame Crusted Tuna Steak served with sautéed soba noodles.
Oak and almond woods fuel our wood burning oven and stove. Imparting an earthy quality to many of our menu items, these hardwoods are at the heart of our restaurant’s philosophy. With cuisine inspired by the traditions & techniques of yesteryear, our philosophy is simple: provide delicious handcrafted food, created with well sourced seasonal ingredients with a focus on hearth & flame. We source the best artisan ingredients and prepare them simply with respect. The wine program highlights biodynamic and organic selections, which compliment the simple integrity of our menu. Hand-rubbed walnut tables, industrial fixtures, and an open kitchen featuring a wood burning oven and stove provide a modern yet warm dining experience. An 18 foot table, crafted from local 100 year old oak floorboards anchors the dining room and is available for groups of 10-15. We offer full scale on premise catering + private rooms as well.
Bottomless mimosas for $12 with brunch, every Saturday and Sunday.
It all started with an old school bus, a little cash, a mothers encouragement, and a 17-year-old boys’ big dream. Twelve ice cream trucks later (along with one too many breakdowns) Anthony came across the opportunity of a lifetime.In 2007, Anthony bought the infamous Mr. Chubbie’s, a landmark in Norwalk dating back to the early 1960’s. After doing some research and talking with East Norwalk locals, Anthony decided to bring back the name ‘Mr. Frosty’s’ in tribute to the original ice cream shop and owner Art O’Boy. (everybody remembers ‘the big art’). Today, Anthony and his wife Rosa (Mrs. Frosty) keep the tradition alive serving the best ice cream to the coolest people while channeling sweet vibes all summer long. Always innovative and wanting to bring a little something extra to the table, Anthony and Rosa are constantly introducing different flavors, hosting memorable events, and making unbelievable ice cream cakes. They have even partnered up with some awesome food trucks who park by the outdoor patio on summer evenings for those of you who crave the salt after the sweet. Mr. Frosty’s is a place where family, friends, lovers and dogs all gather to make their day a little brighter and a lot sweeter.
