Best Cosy Restaurants in South Salem

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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FairfieldWestchester

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BedfordEast NorwalkNew CanaanNorth SalemNorwalkPound Ridge

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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36 restaurants available nearby

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1. La Vista Ristorante Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(489)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Salem

Booked 3 times today

Fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere, our family welcomes you to La Vista Ristorante.Serving only the freshest ingredients, Chef Remy's family recipes tempt your palate with homemade pasta, cheeses and desserts. Expertly executed European service delivers table-side preparation of many dishes.Now serving Sunday Brunch, we also offer a full service bar and lounge area. Tue-Thu Prix Fixe 2 course lunch. Special menus for the holidays!Our catering is second to none. Let us cater your event in our facility or yours. Our restaurant can cater an event of up to 200 people, or our VIP room seats up to 60 with its own private bar. Weather permitting, our glorious patio is perfect for cocktails or just to let in the fresh air. Everyone is special at La Vista Ristorante and we cater to your needs. We have an ADA compliant ramp.We have won several awards including Best of Westchster and several Open Table Diners Choice awards.

2. Bailey's Backyard

4.5

Awesome(1150)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Ridgefield

Booked 7 times today

Bailey's offers an innovated American Farm to Table menu in a polished casual atmosphere. When you're in the mood to relax in a casual and comfortable atmosphere and enjoy great cuisine, be sure to check out Bailey's Backyard. The restaurant is located in one of the area's most pleasant settings and is known for its delightful staff and superb cuisine. Bailey's Backyard has established itself as one of the area's favorite culinary destinations and is sure to offer you a pleasant and unique dining experience every time you visit.Bailey's is a true, American Farm-To-Table Restaurant in the heart of downtown Ridgefield CT. Just minutes from the Ridgefield Playhouse.PARTIES OF 6 OR MORE PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS. Please be advised that reserving an outdoor table is weather permitting and the restaurant may or may not be able to move your reservation indoors. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT NOT ALL SEATING INVENTORY IS OFFERED ONLINE. PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT FOR AVAILABILITY.

A photo of The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges restaurant

3. The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges

4.5

Awesome(4511)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Pound Ridge

Booked 22 times today

Please visit our website to learn more about The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges http://www.theinnatpoundridge.com/ Chef Jean‑Georges introduces his latest venture, a casually elegant restaurant ensconced in the picturesque town of Pound Ridge, New York. Here, Jean‑Georges cultivates a truly seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine, with ingredients sourced from the Hudson Valley and New England, whenever possible. Constructed in 1833 as a residence and serving later as an inn, the building has been painstakingly renovated to preserve as many of the original materials as possible, including four working fireplaces. Thomas Juul-Hansen designed the restaurant’s interior with a modern yet rustic sensibility; zinc and marble accent stone and reclaimed wood. The restaurant’s lighting, artfully conceived by Hervé Descottes, employs paper shades and Edison fixtures to create warmth throughout.

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4. The Benjamin - Ridgefield

4.6

Exceptional(392)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• French American • Ridgefield

Booked 17 times today

The restaurant is named after America’s most famous founding father, Benjamin Franklin. While he was pinnacle in America’s birth, he also became the first ambassador to France. While on trips to Paris, he would wine and dine with the best of them and when he returned, he would bring back the French culture, food and wine, and share it with our new nation. Dishes like Potato Lyonnaise and Crème Brulée were the first of his favorites he shared with America. The Benjamin reflects that bridged gap between the two countries’ cultures. The restaurant and bar is french-inspired, but uniquely American. It sits in Ridgefield's historic district in a 1875 house, but the interiors are modern, elegant and new. Chef prepares dishes like Mussels, Foie Gras, Shrimp Toast, Chicken, Halibut, Duck, and more.

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5. Baldanza at the Schoolhouse

4.9

Exceptional(919)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Wilton

Booked 19 times today

Join us at BALDANZA at the Schoolhouse, 34 Cannon Road, Wilton CT for an amazing meal where where every item on our menu is freshly hand crafted every day using only the highest quality clean ingredients! We are Located at historic Cannondale Village next to the Train Station at Cannondale (Wilton), CT. 203.309.5777

6. North Star Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(656)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pound Ridge

Booked 6 times today

North Star Restaurant is described as cozy and warm with a vibe that feels like your living room. The restaurant's ambience is praised in many reviews, with comments like 'cozy atmosphere', 'warm and comfortable ambiance inside' and 'welcoming management & staff'. The friendly and knowledgeable staff also contribute to the cozy and inviting atmosphere.

7. Gallo Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(1218)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ridgefield

Booked 12 times today

At Gallo, we take our time to source the best ingredients so we can craft outstanding and authentic Italian Cuisine; right down to the tomatoes in our sauce and the oil in our pans. Whether you spend time in our dining room for an amazing meal with family or friends; or just stop by for a quick bite at our bar; you'll have an amazing experience each time you step into Gallo Ristorante. Eat Well! Live Long!

8. Roger Sherman Inn

4.6

Exceptional(830)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • New Canaan

Booked 3 times today

Owners Joseph and Nes Jaffre invite you to enjoy memorable dining, beautiful accommodations and exceptional service in a landmark New Canaan inn within an hour of New York City.The dining room and bar feature French-inspired American cuisine with an extensive wine list as well as cocktails and light bites at the bar.Individually-decorated rooms and suites offer modern conveniences, luxury bath products and mini bars with gourmet snacks. The Roger Sherman can host up to 260 guests for Weddings, Baby and Bridal Showers, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, Rehearsal Dinners, Business Meetings, Celebrations, Funerals and Intimate gatherings. Reservations are strongly suggested.Call us to plan your private event today 203-966-4541 ask for Nes.

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9. Tequila Escape - Ridgefield

4.4

Awesome(523)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Ridgefield

Booked 14 times today

Our mission is to deliver a unique Latin Fusion dining and drinking experience. Tequila Escape takes great pride in our menu offerings of food creatively and freshly prepared to order from sustainable, organic, wild caught, and grass-fed and local sources. Every drink is meticulously crafted using only the freshest juices, fruits and quality ingredients. All in service to our ultimate objective: unqualified fulfillment of our guests' heart and soul. Our goal is to excite and delight each and every guest with our innovative food and drink offerings, and attention to personalized care and service. We are open daily for lunch and dinner. We also are available to cater both on and off-site events.

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10. Cava Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(85)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • New Canaan

Booked 3 times today

Cava Wine Bar offers Chef Nube Siguenza’s modern approach to Italian cuisine with local ingredients, fresh seasonal menus and a family principle of hospitality.

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JVIP
New York City •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything was fantastic overall but it was my friends birthday and instead of writing Happy Birthday on the dish they wrote Happy Anniversary. Other then that it was all great 😊 People are human and they make mistakes
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The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-GeorgesPrice: Moderate• American• Pound Ridge
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4.5
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Susan
Tahoe / Reno Area •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We both had excellent meals, the squash bowl and the black truffle hamburger. Our server was very helpful and pleasant.
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Bailey's BackyardPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ridgefield
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4.5
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HarrietVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Warm and welcoming staff makes every visit feel like a special occasion. Food and service are excellent.
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La Vista Ristorante ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Salem
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4.7
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Shamim
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
It was a lovely experience.The wait staff was excellent and made us feel special.Love the flower and plants. The quality of food was great.
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The Benjamin - RidgefieldPrice: Expensive• French American• Ridgefield
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4.6
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Rebecca
New York State •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Very cute establishment! Not only is it woman-owned, but it sources its bakery items from other local women-owned businesses. The setting was adorable, the pastries were delicious, and the prices were reasonable (given the generous amount of food you receive with the Deluxe Tea package). As for parking, it couldn’t be easier, with a public garage right across the street! According to their website, they host events— it would be so cute for a little girl’s birthday or even a bridal/ baby shower 💕
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The Cozy CupPrice: Moderate• Afternoon Tea• Mount Vernon
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5

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