Stamford · Fairfield County, CT

Food & Drink in Stamford

Scout analyzed 54 Stamford places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

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Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

1.1 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Downtown

12 matching spots

South End

2 matching spots

North Stamford

1 matching spots

Glenbrook-Belltown

1 matching spots

Turn Of River-Newfield

1 matching spots

Harbor Point

1 matching spots

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Food & Drink

Cafe Dolce

Cafe Dolce is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for a casual solo break or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend about $5-$15 per person for a visit lasting around 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

South End

The Wheel

The Wheel is suitable for a relaxed dinner or lunch, fitting well into a longer outing that includes nearby Stamford activities. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for a visit of about 90 minutes.

FoodCocktailsViews

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Barcelona Wine Bar

This bustling Spanish tapas and wine bar is suitable for a dinner outing, often paired with drinks before or after. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsWellness

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

North Stamford

Farmhouse at the Crossroads

This is a good spot for a sit-down meal, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for a full dinner with drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Lorca Coffee Bar

Lorca Coffee Bar is a casual stop for coffee and a light meal, good for a solo break or a quick meeting. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $10-25 per person on coffee and a pastry or sandwich.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Glenbrook-Belltown

Humbled Coffeehouse

Humbled Coffeehouse is suitable for a quick solo coffee break or a casual meetup. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes, likely before or after another activity.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The Americano

The Americano is a suitable stop for a meal, offering American cuisine in a restaurant setting. Expect a visit of 1.5 hours, costing approximately $30-70 per person for food and drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

The Capital Grille

The Capital Grille is suitable for a celebratory dinner or an upscale date night, typically lasting 1.5-2 hours. Expect to spend $100-$250 per person on classic American steakhouse fare and drinks.

FoodCocktailsUpscale

$100–$250 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Flinders Lane Kitchen & Bar

Flinders Lane is a good spot for an international dinner, brunch, or happy hour. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for an outing lasting about 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Coco Cafe Stamford

Coco Cafe is suitable for a casual solo stop or a quiet meeting. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a coffee and perhaps a pastry, with a typical visit lasting around 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Turn Of River-Newfield

Table 104

Table 104 is suitable for an evening meal, offering Italian dishes and cocktails in a chic setting. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $35-75 per person, ideal for a standalone dinner or paired with a local show.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Çka Ka Qëllu

Çka Ka Qëllu is a casual Mediterranean spot, good for a relaxed dinner or lunch. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-40 per person for a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Honey Joe's Family Coffeehouse

This is a good spot for parents to relax with coffee while kids play. Expect to spend an hour or two and around $10-25 per person for drinks and snacks.

FoodShoppingAnimals

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Winfield Street Coffee

Winfield Street Coffee is good for a casual solo stop or a quick bite to eat, especially for breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend $10-25 per person and stay for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Puerto Vallarta Stamford

Puerto Vallarta Stamford is a casual Mexican restaurant suitable for a family meal or a relaxed dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-50 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$50 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Harbor Point

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar

Prime is a fine dining experience, suitable for a romantic dinner or special occasion, typically lasting around 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $75-$150 per person on steak, seafood, or sushi with cocktails, enjoying scenic water views.

FoodCocktailsViews

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Waterside

The Stamford Diner

The Stamford Diner is a classic spot for casual American grub, suitable for a quick meal with family or a solo stop. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and around $15-$30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Old Greenwich

Sweet Pea's Café

Sweet Pea's Café is suitable for a quick breakfast or coffee stop, often paired with errands. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

bartaco

bartaco is a good spot for a casual meal of tacos and drinks, potentially followed by a stroll if in a walkable area. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $25-$50 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Shippan Point

Cafe Silvium

Cafe Silvium is a popular spot for a casual Italian dinner, typically lasting 1.5 hours and costing $30-$60 per person. It's suitable for a relaxed date night or family outing, and reservations are recommended.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Greenwich

maman

Maman is suitable for a relaxed breakfast or lunch, a coffee break, or a quick dessert. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for a coffee and pastry or light meal.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$15–$35 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Downtown

Hudson Social CT

Hudson Social is a contemporary American restaurant with a full bar and patio suitable for dinner outings. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here and between $30-$70 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Ridgeway-Bulls Head

Zody's 19th Hole

This is a casual golf-course restaurant good for a quick meal after a game or a relaxed lunch/dinner. Expect typical pub fare and sports on TV, with a meal lasting about an hour and costing $15-$35 per person.

FoodCocktailsSports

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

South End

Fortina

Fortina is a good spot for a casual dinner outing with friends or family, suitable for a date night or a relaxed meal. Expect to spend about 1-1.5 hours and around $25-50 per person for pizza and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking