Taproot - South Norwalk

Taproot - South Norwalk reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Andrew

   New York City31 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   This was our second time in a month. First time we had the swordfish and it was fantastic even though the potatoes were way undercooked. The fish itself was incredible. So we decided to go back. We had the bread app, which is wave hill and incredible. It all went downhill from there. The pickled carrots were fine but not a must. The garlic shrimp were terrible. They had that awful iodine flavor from cheap or old shrimp. We didn’t even finish it. We both had the fish dish, the bass and I just wasn’t good. It’s not like it was inedible. Just nothing I’d ever order again. Our server wasn’t particularly helpful and our drinks took so long we finally grabbed her and you could tell she completely forgot. Other than that we never saw her. Great ambience and their cocktails are excellent. I’d probably go there just to sit at the bar and drink but save your money when it comes to dinner.
   

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   janice VIP

   New York City3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Creative menu and excellently prepared food. A favorite since the Bethel days.
   

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   allen VIP

   New York City13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Varied menu with consideration for all diners. Upbeat wait staff all adding to an enjoyable evening.
   

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   NEIL VIP

   Washington DC11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Cool atmosphere in a great location. Excellent food profiles with unique combinations. Attentive and polite service.
   

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   JenT VIP

   Los Angeles6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Perfect brunch with human-sized portions…really yummy toast
   

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   David

   Cincinnati1 review

   3.0

   Dined on 14 March 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Cocktails were good, theme of locally sourced and farm to table fare well displayed. A few mis-steps in execution. Meat in tartare was tender, needed salt, the 'hash-brown' situation underneath slightly over cooked & bitter. Pickled carrots were delicious, needed some Malden or other salt to dip / sprinkle . Gem lettuce salad was the highlight - bright and tangy very refreshing. Shrimp was OK, slightly muddy but rich flavors. Sourdough bread excellent. The strip steak had a very tasty rub, sauce, and fermented creamy greens side. Unfortunately it seemed like they had some issues butchering the strip (maybe it still had the cap on?). We notified the server that it was very tough/ chewy / very hard to eat. She apologized; it stayed on the bill. Service was good; not great, general attitude seemed 'unaffected' by our presence. Would return but it wouldn't be me top choice.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 7 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my second time to Taproot. The food was unbelievable. Creative, flavorful, and delicious! The waitstaff is professional and attentive. We had a great time trying their cocktails! Love Taproot and can’t wait to try Bar Bushido next!
   

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   Carol

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous dining experience. We were fans of this restaurant when it was located in Bethel. Glad to have found them in their new location. Still delicious food and wonderful service.
   

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   Tammy VIP

   Greater Boston13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Taproot is a cute Resturant in the SoNo area of Norwalk CT. Its decor reminds you of eating in someone’s home. The specialty cocktails were delicious and the food choices were fantastic. Service was top notch, even on a busy Saturday night. We will definitely be coming back!
   

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    Donna

    Connecticut2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Delicious food and wonderful service, what more can you ask for? It’s always a pleasure to dine here!
    

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