I tried Greer's Famous Buttermilk Fried Chicken 4 pieces, 1 each of breast, thigh, wing, and…read moredrumstick, cornbread and sorghum honey butter, cole slaw, and I chose mac & cheese as my side. The chicken was the highlight, crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and really well seasoned. You can tell it was freshly made. The cornbread was also really good, soft, warm, slightly sweet, and even better with the sorghum honey butter. The mac & cheese was great. it was rich, creamy, and felt homemade in the best way. I'm not usually a fan of cole slaw, and this one was a bit watery, I should have asked if I could swap it out. The desserts were a highlight too, the peach empanada was nice and warm, buttery, paired perfectly with the ice cream and icing, and the banana pudding was smooth, classic, and comforting with the nilla wafer crumble and fresh banana. Even my starter arugula lemon vinaigrette salad was delicious. Service was excellent and attentive, and the ambiance is definitely upscale and stylish. Overall, it's on the pricier side, but that feels expected for the quality and setting.

This review is based on my personal experience on May 10, 2026 (Mother's Day)…read more Top shelf Bloody Mary, best ever Deviled Eggs, and the Fried Chicken brought a tear to the Colonel's eye. The dining room at the new location is fantastic. Open and bright. Much better than the older location down by the aquarium, which is now a new Jamaican restaurant. The place was crazy busy for Mother's Day. We arrived early, but the kitchen was instantly overwhelmed. It took over an hour to get our entrees. Not really all so bad since we got to spend extra time with our dear mother, and the food was exceptional when it finally arrived. I recommend going at a time that isn't quite so busy for a better experience.

#willflyforfood #ctfood #brunch…read more The menu was a little confusing but the food was delicious not shown we got a cinnamon roll to go so we could have it as a late night snack. while we were sitting there everything that came out was creative and looked delicious Ill definitely be back to try something else. the breakfast sandwich on a waffle was just the right amout od sweet and savory and the breakfast burrito was seasoned to perfection you dont think of ground beef often for breakfast but it was delicious

I decided to come here for breakfast while I was in the area and I have no regrets at all! I'm in…read morelove with the food and service here! (Visited 3/11) Ambiance [4/5]: Minimalist style design, it's nice, Theres also pretty lighting and a good amount of seating with an open bar as well. Food: Trix latte w/ whole milk (seasonal): [4/5] Tastes like a bowl of cereal from a cup. Topped with whipped cream it's really delicious! Tastes like a cup of childhood. Theres a good anount of cereal in the cup alongside the ice so it feels like you get a good amount of sips before the drink is done. Other than that it's still pretty good nonetheless. Sin-A-Bun: [5/5] This is very delicious, it's a perfect mix of sweet and savory. The smokiness from the bacon surprisingly compliments the cinnamon roll buns. Good concept and executed perfectly. If there were an option i'd choose that over having it on the side. Surprisingly I didn't notice it on the side on the sandwich until I was half way through. Still delicious though. Challah french toast [5/5] Tasty and sweet. You can't go wrong with french toast. I added strawberries, blueberries, bananas, and Nutella drizzle (each topping is $3 extra). It was worth the price it was delicious. It came with a side of butter which compliments the sweetness of the toast and some syrup. I didn't use much of the syrup but it was still delicious when I did decide to use it! I wouldn't order this because for delivery because its one of those things that taste so much better fresh in front of you rather than waiting to he dropped off. Service: [5/5] Fast and efficient service! The restaurant works as a team. One man sat me, The middle eastern girl with the long sleeve black shirt took my order and checked on me, and the white boy with the arm tattoos and pen between his ear checked on me at times, and cleaned my table while the girl was busy. It's great to see everyone helping each other and not letting anyone suffer. I Loved it! Overall Cafe social, is a great restaurant to stop by if you plan on going to the mall. Not only is it a 8 minute walk but you're also given a great meal and overall greater experience. I see myself coming back here if I'm ever in norwalk looking for a quick bite!

Damn what a night this has been!…read more So a friend and I decided to come eat here after going to a funeral visitation for a co-worker. It was the first time in 18 years I had been to anything funeral-related, but harkening back to my childhood, we'd have food after funeral services to celebrate the life of the lost loved one, so it was a piece of me I wanted to share with my friend. Another thing that contributed to my wanting to come here is that this is a place I've been wanting to come to ever since this restaurant opened, and it went doubly so when it was named the Best Restaurant in Connecticut for 2024. The fact I finally got to go in of itself was a blessing, and I have to say that I am glad we came here. We were seated immediately upon arrival, and service was quick from start to finish. Our waiter was excellent. He was great making recommendations in effort to get us to save some money, took any questions we had with a smile, and made ordering an easy-peasy affair. Ambiance was very casual, great for any occasion really. If I ever had a date and this was where they took me, I'd be wanting a second date already. They're great for family get-togethers too. Oh, and the bathroom walls made me laugh with their witty one-liners like "Don't be a Gherk" or "Just Dill With It". So based on the recommendations we were given, we shared both of the appetizers we'd ordered: the fried pickles and the biscuits and fix-in's. The fried pickles that this place is known for were really good, very comparable to what you might get from a true Southern state. It comes with a spicy mayo, and paired together, it's divine! The biscuits & fix-ins are two large biscuits accompanied by four types of butter: salted, maple, vanilla, and the strawberry. They were all good, but we both agreed that the vanilla one was out-of-this-world, and the maple one had an authentic Vermonter taste to it. The strawberry one tastes like a strawberry cream cheese which is a good thing here, and even the salted butter was good. We each also got an entree, and I was the only one who ordered a drink. My friend had the Classic Mac & Cheese, and I had the Southwest Meat Platter as well as a Dirty Aphrodite. I love me some good ribs when I eat Southern food, and having the meats all in one, I couldn't say no to that. If I'm being honest, I came close to picking the Kentucky Porch Sipper for my drink, but the call of the Dirty Aphrodite was too big to ignore. And boy oh boy do they make the combination of pickle brine and vodka work with this drink! I don't think I've ever had vodka quite like that before, but Jacob's Pickles does it so well here! The entrees were also great. I saw the cheese pulls as my friend ate and I could tell I probably would have enjoyed that version of the classic dish. As for my dish, the ribs were tender and fell clean off the bone, tasted like a true BBQ wonder. The pulled pork was succulent, ratioed perfectly so nothing overpowers in the dish. The sausage tasted superb. The Nashville Hot Chicken was crispy, juicy, spicy without being overwhelming. The Pickle Slaw was some good Slaw. Is it the best I've ever had? No. But it's competent and definitely deserves to be called a slaw. Jalapeños and corn were great, and I even got another buttermilk biscuit to use the remaining butter we didn't use on our appetizers. All-in-all, one of the best outings I've had in a while. I mean it when I say this: Jacob's Pickles is a MUST-GO! It's that good! You won't regret it.

Jacob Pickles was really fun! The Happy Hour Chicken Bites were amazing and they give you 10 of…read morethem! Honestly, we didn't have a ton of room after polishing them off! We went straight to dessert from there with the strawberry shortcake icebox cake. Was just ok. Service was great. Place has a nice vibe to it. We will be back!

Every expectation of a diner/cafe is met here, plus a little extra! It's quick, filling and…read moreaffordable. What more could you ask for? I visit a friend in Norwalk frequently and we make it a point to stop in for breakfast every time I'm around. Whether we've sat at the bar or table, the service has been great. I've tried a few different menu items with no complaints. The food is always fresh and made to order. You can get in and out in less than 45 minutes, depending on how quick you can eat. But I like to take my time and enjoy every last bite.

In need of some breakfast fuel on our roadtrip and decided to stop in here !…read more There's a little parking in the back , but it's off of a Main Street ! The girl greeted us and was very friendly and took our order . Looked very clean inside , we came at like 630 am so it wasn't super busy ! I ordered the California breakfast wrap which was $9 it came with egg, avocado , bacon and pepper jack cheese. It wasn't bad but honestly kinda tiny , there was definitely a lot More room in the wrap than what was put in there . If I was in the area Probably wouldn't come back again, would probably try some where else.

Delicious food!! Pancakes were perfectly fluffy, the El Paisano sandwich was amazing and we love…read morethat they serve breakfast all day! Service was top tier from when we entered - quick, efficient and helpful. We will absolutely be back!

Excellent service - come see Kelvin at the bar, he'll take good care of you. Ceviche Mixto was so…read morefresh and full of flavor! and the cancha (corn nuts) paired perfectly with the ice-cold Cusqueñas! I look forward to checking out their live entertainment on the weekends.

Truly the most expensive and overrated sandwich in this whole town. Has gone so far downhill since…read moregetting new management 2-3 summers ago. I used to be happy to pay these prices not anymore

Service is going downhill. Don't think the neighborhood hasn't been talking about it. But when you…read moretake a place that has had the best service since our family started going there 50 years ago and watch it deteriorate into rude and unhelpful it's a shame. Fix it while you can

A Gorgeous Greenhouse Escape (With a Few Pro-Tips!)…read more Honestly, walking into Terrain Garden Cafe in Westport feels like stepping directly into a high-end botanical dream. If you've ever shopped at Anthropologie or Urban Outfitters and thought, "I wish I could live inside this aesthetic," well... that makes perfect sense once you learn that the CEO of those brands actually founded Terrain to get people back in touch with gardening. They've completely nailed the vibe. The space is a massive, 16,000-square-foot wonderland of natural light, plants, hanging lanterns, and gorgeous seasonal displays. But let's talk about the real star: the Garden Café, which sits right in the east wing of the greenhouse. It merges this stunning indoor greenhouse space with an open-air brick patio and a full-service bar. Here is my honest breakdown and how to navigate this place like a local: The Parking Situation (Read This Before You Go!) * The Weekend Rush: Weekends here--especially around lunchtime--are absolutely chaotic. Parking can be a total nightmare. Do yourself a favor and just use the valet. It saves so much frustration. * The Weekday Cheat Code: If you can swing a weekday visit, do it. It's way quieter, and I've never once had an issue finding a parking spot on a Tuesday or Wednesday. * Going Solo? When I'm by myself, I bypass the host stand entirely and grab a seat at the bar. There's almost never a wait, and the service is always fast and friendly. * Group Dinners: When I'm with friends, we always request the outdoor dining area if the weather is nice. A quick heads-up for pet owners: We used to love bringing our dogs to eat with us on the outdoor patio, but apparently some people complained, so they now strictly enforce a "no animals except service animals" policy. It's a bummer, but the food and experience are still totally worth the trip. The Food: Fresh, Seasonal, & Delicious Their menu is farm-to-table and highly seasonal, and you can really taste the quality of the ingredients. Two of my personal favorites: * The Breakfast Board: If you want a classic, no-nonsense, high-quality morning meal, get this. It comes with two free-range eggs, applewood smoked bacon, breakfast sausage, potato hash, sourdough, and a side of dressed greens. It's simple but executed perfectly. * The Short Rib & Eggs: If you want to treat yourself to something a bit more decadent, this is the move. It's coffee-braised short rib with a poached egg and potato hash. The meat is literally fork-tender and melts in your mouth. 10/10. Verdict: It's beautiful, the food is delicious, and the retail store is incredibly fun to browse after you eat. Just plan your parking ahead of time!

This is a nice store and cafe. I do not know if it's a cafe WITH a store, or a store with a cafe…read more Whatever it is, they are doing it very very well. They have a small bar area which we ended up sitting at because I grossly underestimated how popular this place is. So please make reservations. They also have indoor and outdoor seating. The food was incredible. The drinks were very good. We went for brunch. You can tell everything we ordered was flavorful, but well balanced and utilized the finest of ingredients. I love how they have different flavored butter with the bread depending on the day. It's a nice touch. Service was exceptional. It is BUSY for brunch. You can tell everyone is doing their best to take care of everyone's needs. They are calm, professional, and efficient. Attentive to our needs. We plan to go back for dinner.

This is a unicorn Cafe - one that serves both excellent food AND quality espresso-based drinks…read morepoured by trained baristas. I've been here several times and I've always been impressed by the excellent daily specials, the freshness of the ingredients, the customer service, the atmosphere... Highly recommend.

Really love Arden's!! Everything is locally or ethically sourced, organic. Super delicious. Pricey…read moreas heck, but high quality. Super cute location and they sell really awesome things like MASA chips!