The Benjamin - Ridgefield

4.6

338 Reviews

$31 to $50

French American

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2 people

29 Nov 2024

23:30

Booked 28 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

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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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American, American, French
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Phone number
(475) 275-6001
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
20 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT 06877-4914
Area
Ridgefield
Parking details
Public Lot

Popular dishes

Caesar SaladUS$17.00
GARLIC BREADCRUMBS, PICKLED ONION, CLASSIC CAESAR DRESSING
- White AnchoviesUS$3.00
Burrata + BeetsUS$23.00
ROASTED BABY BEETS, FRESH HORSERADISH, DILL, MINT, SORREL, HAZELNUTS, PICKLED BEET VINAIGRETTE
Arugula + Pumpkin SaladUS$19.00
POMEGRANTE, PUMPKIN SEED, DELICATA SQUASH, SHERRY VINEGAR & RICOTTA SALATA
Endive + Apple SaladUS$21.00
LOCAL BLUE CHEESE, TOASTED WALNUTS, FRESH DILL & BALSAMIC VINEGAR
French Onion SoupUS$16.00
GARLIC CROUTONS, CRISPY SHALLOTS, THREE CHEESE BLEND

Appetizers

Signature Bread ServiceUS$6.00
RUSTIC CIABATTA SERVED WITH 3 BUTTERS; FRENCH CULTURED + SEA SALT, SMOKED PAPRIKA + HONEY, BOURSIN + CHIVE
Ricotta & Spinach DipUS$16.00
GARLIC, OLIVE OIL, CRACKED BLACK PEPPER SERVED WITH TOASTED CIABATTA
Hamachi TartareUS$24.00
WASABI TOBIKA, MINT, CILANTRO & AVACADO GINGER EMULSION
GnocchiUS$22.00
POMEGRANATE, BUTTERNUT SQUASH, PARMESAN, SAGE BROWN BUTTER
Crispy BrusselsUS$18.00
AGRODULCE, SHALLOT CONFIT, CHIPOLTE AIOLI & QUESO FRESCO
MusselsUS$21.00
LOCAL HARD CIDER, SAGE SAUSAGE, WHOLE GRAIN MUSTARD, TOASTED BREAD
CalamariUS$21.00
LIGHTLY MASA FRIED, PARMESAN TOSSED, LEMON + DILL TARTAR SAUCE
FettuccineUS$26.00
BEEF RAGU, ROASTED GARLIC, KALE & PECORINO ROMANO
Pork BellyUS$19.00
APPLE, RED CABBAGE AND JICAMA SLAW, CILANTRO DRESSING
Lamb LollipopUS$22.00
2 LAMB CHOPS, ARUGULA, RED ONION + FETA SALAD,CHIMICHURRI VINAGRETTE
Steak TartareUS$26.00
DICED RAW BEEF, SHALLOTS, PARSLEY, PARMESAN, TRUFFLE VINAIGRETTE, QUAIL EGG ON THE SIDE
Shrimp AmericanoUS$18.00
GARLIC, WHITE WINE, CHILI FLAKE, TOASTED GARLIC BREAD

Main Dishes

SalmonUS$36.00
PARSNIP & SWEET POTATO HASH, KALE, APPLE CIDER REDUCTION, PARSNIP CHIPS
Olive Oil Poached HalibutUS$39.00
HERBED COUSCOUS, FENNEL, PICHOLINE OLIVES, PISTACHIO, BEURRE BLANC
Sole MeunièreUS$39.00
CAULIFLOWER PURÉE, HEIRLOOM SPINACH, CAPER BROWN BUTTER SAUCE
King Trumpet MushroomsUS$32.00
TRUFFLE RISOTTO, PRESERVED LEMON, FINE HERBS
Long Island DuckUS$38.00
HAZELNUT CRUSTED, CREAMY FARRO, BUTTERNUT SQUASH PURÉE, LINGONBERRY RELISH, PORT-JUNIPER SAUCE
- RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUM RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUMUS$0.00
- MEDIUM WELLUS$0.00
- WELL DONEUS$0.00
Pork ChopUS$32.00
BONE IN PORK CHOP, POUNDED THIN AND BREADED, GARLIC, HOT CHERRY PEPPERS, HERBED BUTTER, MARBLED POTATOES
Beef Short RibUS$38.00
SLOW 'N LOW BRAISED, WHITE CHEDDAR POLENTA, MUSHROOMS, DEMI GLACE JUS, CRUNCHY FRIED ONIONS
ChickenUS$34.00
ROASTED BREAST, THIGH ROULADE, SAUTÉED KALE, ROASTED SUNCHOKES, PICKLED BLACK TRUMPET MUSHROOMS, THYME-GARLIC JUS
Benjamin BurgerUS$23.00
PRIME CHUCK, BRISKET & SHORT RIB PATTY, CARAMELIZED ONIONS, WHITE AMERICAN, SESAME SEED BUN
- RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUM RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUMUS$0.00
- MEDIUM WELLUS$0.00
- WELL DONEUS$0.00
- French FriesUS$0.00
- Truffle FriesUS$4.00
8oz NY StripUS$39.00
GRILLED ASPARAGUS, MASHED POTATOES AND GREEN PEPPERCORN SAUCE ON THE SIDE
- RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUM RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUMUS$0.00
- MEDIUM WELLUS$0.00
- WELL DONEUS$0.00
- Lobster TailUS$22.00
8oz Filet MignonUS$59.00
GRILLED ASPARAGUS, MASHED POTATOES AND GREEN PEPPERCORN SAUCE ON THE SIDE
- RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUM RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUMUS$0.00
- MEDIUM WELLUS$0.00
- WELL DONEUS$0.00
- Lobster TailUS$22.00
16oz CowgirlUS$65.00
GRILLED ASPARAGUS, MASHED POTATOES AND GREEN PEPPERCORN SAUCE ON THE SIDE
- RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUM RAREUS$0.00
- MEDIUMUS$0.00
- MEDIUM WELLUS$0.00
- WELL DONEUS$0.00
- Lobster TailUS$22.00
8oz Vegan FiletUS$59.00
GRILLED ASPARAGUS, ROASTED POTATOES AND CHIMICHURRI SAUCE

Sides

French FriesUS$12.00
Truffle FriesUS$16.00
SpinachUS$9.00
AsparagusUS$10.00
MushroomsUS$12.00
Broccoli RabeUS$10.00
Mashed PotatoesUS$12.00
Marble PotatoesUS$12.00

Kids

Pasta With ButterUS$18.00
Kids Chicken Tenders and friesUS$18.00
Pasta With SauceUS$17.00
Grilled CheeseUS$16.00
Kid SlidersUS$18.00

What 338 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Benjamin - Ridgefield offers an inviting atmosphere with a modern twist on a historical setting. Known for its "delicious and creative" dishes, standout service, and a charming ambiance, it's a perfect spot for special occasions. While some find the menu pricey, the "unique flavors" and "exceptional cocktails" make it a memorable dining experience.

338 Reviews

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Lindsay
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinner and very cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend!
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ralph
New York City
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food is way too salty; the chef needs to lighten up on the salt!
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Kenneth
New York City
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all (5 of us).. Allen enjoyed everything about the meal and the excellent service. So glad we chose Benjamin’s for our Thanksgiving dinner!!!
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Carleen
New York City
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
How wonderful when all the elements of a dining experience come together-- food, service and environment! A real pleasure!
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Andres
Connecticut
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service we both excellent. A place to definitely come back.
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Arlene
New York City
26 reviews
vip
1.0
26 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was awful. Salad ok but mussels were awful. Stringy and inedible. So much sauce and it tasted like a sauce marinade for a meat dish. Thick and mustard filled. Weird. Menu and food needs a rethink. Has gone down hill. Service was great but…
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Benjamin
Connecticut
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Experience was top notch, couldn’t have of asked for better. Staff was on top of everything and was very respectful, food was amazing and extremely tasty. Ambience was great and noise level wasn't too loud.
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Sharon
New York City
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were there for a celebration and it was excellent and fun! The ambience is the perfect balance of casual elegance. Everything was delicious. Highlights were the olive oil poached halibut, perfectly roasted duck breast, and desserts. The pastry chef is an award winning artist. Desserts are innovative and satisfying. Especially the creme brulee and the Benny Bar.
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Dean
New York City
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service. A little bit loud, but may have been the woman with shrieking voice at the table near us.
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Deborah
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great vibe…Fun Friday night for dinner with friends! Had the salmon …delicious
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FAQs

The Benjamin - Ridgefield offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (475) 275-6001.

The Benjamin - Ridgefield is rated 4.6 stars by 338 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

29 Nov 2024

23:30

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Benjamin - Ridgefield

20 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT 06877-4914

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Ridgefield
Hours of Operation
Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Wed 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American, American, French
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot

Phone number
(475) 275-6001

The Benjamin - Ridgefield

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

HALIBUT

8oz Filet Mignon

Steak Tartare

Salads/Soups

Caesar SaladUS$17.00

Burrata + BeetsUS$23.00

Arugula + Pumpkin SaladUS$19.00

Endive + Apple SaladUS$21.00

French Onion SoupUS$16.00

Appetizers

Signature Bread ServiceUS$6.00

Ricotta & Spinach DipUS$16.00

Hamachi TartareUS$24.00

GnocchiUS$22.00

Crispy BrusselsUS$18.00

MusselsUS$21.00

CalamariUS$21.00

FettuccineUS$26.00

Pork BellyUS$19.00

Lamb LollipopUS$22.00

Steak TartareUS$26.00

Shrimp AmericanoUS$18.00

Main Dishes

SalmonUS$36.00

Olive Oil Poached HalibutUS$39.00

Sole MeunièreUS$39.00

King Trumpet MushroomsUS$32.00

Long Island DuckUS$38.00

Pork ChopUS$32.00

Beef Short RibUS$38.00

ChickenUS$34.00

Benjamin BurgerUS$23.00

8oz NY StripUS$39.00

8oz Filet MignonUS$59.00

16oz CowgirlUS$65.00

8oz Vegan FiletUS$59.00

Sides

French FriesUS$12.00

Truffle FriesUS$16.00

SpinachUS$9.00

AsparagusUS$10.00

MushroomsUS$12.00

Broccoli RabeUS$10.00

Mashed PotatoesUS$12.00

Marble PotatoesUS$12.00

Kids

Pasta With ButterUS$18.00

Kids Chicken Tenders and friesUS$18.00

Pasta With SauceUS$17.00

Grilled CheeseUS$16.00

Kid SlidersUS$18.00

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How is The Benjamin - Ridgefield restaurant rated?

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Dining areas

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