These 8 Towns In Connecticut Are Absolute Paradise For A Foodie

Some of us are die-hard food fans at heart. We watch all the Food Network shows just hoping that the next featured place will be in our own backyard. Dining out does not include anything resembling a fast food chain and we love to try new restaurants from local eateries to upscale digs. In Connecticut, there is an abundance of worthy places to eat out, but we can help you narrow the choices by sending you straight to these eight foodie towns that are jam-packed full of flavor and inspiring dishes. They are, without a doubt, among the best places to eat in Connecticut!

1. South Norwalk

Please note, Burger Bar & Bistro has permanently closed.

So first up on our list of the best places to eat in Connecticut is South Norwalk. The city is bursting at the seams with fabulous restaurants. They are all close together, so get your bearings before you choose. Cask Republic, Match, Mecha Noodle Bar, O'Neill's Pub & Restaurant, and Burger Bar & Bistro are just a few of your tasty options to dive into.

2. Middletown

Please note, Forbidden City has permanently closed.

Located in central Connecticut, Middletown is emerging as one of the state's diverse foodie towns. Stroll down Main Street and you'll encounter more than 40 restaurants each offering their own unique fare. For outdoor dining, visit the Tuscan inspired Luce Restaurant. Other notable spots include Krust Pizza Bar, The Hop Knot, and Forbidden City.

3. New Haven

Please note, Tikkaway Grill has permanently closed.

Full of culinary delights, New Haven has been a food lover's paradise for decades. If you are looking for pizza head to the iconic Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana and burger lover's will love Louis' Lunch, creator of the original hamburger. Those two spots are just the beginning as there seem to be delectable offerings at every turn of the corner. Union League Café, Tikkaway Grill, and Barcelona Wine Bar are other favorite choices.

4. Bridgeport

So moving on to more good places to eat in Connecticut, we come to our largest city - Bridgeport. The city has begun emerging as a culinary powerhouse during recent years with the development of the Black Rock area. Visit Walrus + Carpenter for upscale BBQ, Bereket Turkish Cuisine for a little ethnic flair, and Taco Loco Mexican Restaurant for margaritas and Mexican fare.

5. West Hartford

With a new eatery opening every time you turn around, West Hartford is becoming a grazing ground and one of the best foodie towns in Connecticut! You'll find a wide variety of flavors with choices like Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Restaurant Bricco, Arugula Bistro, and Max's Oyster Bar, just to name a few.

6. Westport

You'll find plenty of restaurants that pay homage to seasonal and fresh ingredients in Westport, a quintessential Connecticut shoreline spot. Terrain Café, The Cottage, Tarantino Restaurant & Bar, and The Whelk present stunning plates packed with flavor to their diners.

7. Mystic

Please note, Latitude 41 Restaurant & Tavern and Mezza Mediterranean Cuisine have permanently closed.

The famed Mystic Pizza sets the stage for the culinary hotspots in this town. Latitude 41 Restaurant & Tavern, S&P Oyster Restaurant and Bar, Mezza Mediterranean Cuisine, Engine Room, and Oyster Club are worth a visit.

8. New Britain

Wildly overlooked as a destination for foodies, remember that this Connecticut city is home to its very own Little Poland. The cuisine is true to its roots. From sausage to pierogies these dishes are known for packing quite a punch in the flavor department.

Have you ever been to any of these delicious restaurants? If so, which were your favorites? Which one of these foodie towns do you like the best? Or do you have another city or town in the Nutmeg State that you think deserves a spot on this list? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

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