I don't want to make this review too personal. But . . …read more Perhaps you're like me and you long for the days when restaurants offered friendly attentive service. You miss when menus were lists that described the dishes to be served- and not failed lessons in Freshman expository writing requiring Berlitz to translate (the ancestor to DuoLingo). And, if you dared to dream, you hoped for reasonably-priced food that exceeded what your sainted Aunty Margaret could have conjured in the finest kitchen. If you're nodding in agreement, then why aren't you dining at Paparazzi in Darien? On a Thursday night, my wife and I stumbled upon an unassuming restaurant at the start of the Post Road in Darien. The Amazon- acquired "Open" sign did not portend the extraordinary restaurant experience that awaited us. Each piece in our eggplant tower appetizer was meticulously fried to achieve the perfect balance of crispy exterior and succulent eggplant lurking below. The sauce paired the robustness of the tomato with a Spring-like freshness (which, if Vivaldi had ever tried, he would have stopped his legendary composition after that one season). Knowing that lightning dares not strike twice, I anticipated that the Chicken Sophia Loren (which paired Fontina cheese and spinach) would be better than passable but hardly as tasty as the eggplant. But, like a bolt out of the blue, Paparazzi brought forth not a humble version of a chicken francaise but a dish which sparkled with the appeal of the actual Sophia Loren. The wine and butter sauce (and its subtle hint of lemon) provided the perfect balance creating a cradle which nurtured the succulent chicken cutlets and masterfully tender spinach. Paparazzi, though, does not simply let its fare stand on its own. The engaging and attentive (but not fawning) waitstaff made a great meal a truly memorable dining experience- and the perfect way to celebrate our 15 years of marriage. If you seek Italian food that rises to the level of fine cuisine (without the typical exorbitant price tag), then you owe it to yourself, your taste buds and your wallet to become a Paparazzi regular.

I met three friends who have lived in Darien for over 30 years and surprisingly two of them didn't…read moreknow about this gem of a restaurant. We all had different dishes; sole, salmon, haddock and shrimp and we all devoured our plates! Food was spectacular, service excellent! Can't go wrong dining at Paparazzi!!

Popcorn shrimp app - ok…read more Hamburger -good sweet potato fries- excellent Short ribs said to be needing of more flavor/seasoning Onion soup - excellent Chef salad w shrimp - good Very nice ambiance Service good.

Excellent service and delicious food from start to finish! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and…read moreserved perfectly. We were especially happy to see our server Eli is back -- always so welcoming, attentive, and friendly. They truly make the dining experience even better. Looking forward to coming back again soon!

My sister and I frequent this restaurant whenever we're craving a delicious, filing burger. This…read moreplace never disappoints! The casual atmosphere always makes us feel super comfortable whenever we're having a lazy day but crave a satisfying burger! All of the servers are also very attentive, with our food being ready fairly quickly. I definitely recommend trying this burger joint out whenever you are out and about in the local area.

A friend and I went here for dinner because we haven't eaten here in years. Ambience is simple but…read morenice, waitstaff is friendly and the food is just as excellent as it's always been. I started out with a veggie burger. I always get this burger with a side of avocado cream sauce because it's a game changer. This sauce tases amazing with the veggie patty. Randomly, they have a Japanese side dish of pickled vegetables (tsukemono) and they have a sharp, gingery flavor that I love. I also got their BLT Ranch Crispy Chicken Sandwich, which was equally delicious, although they could've put a little more ranch on it. I paired that with their onion rings which were crispy and satisfying. I dipped them in my leftover avocado sauce as well. This restaurant has been a staple of the community for a long time by consistently using high quality ingredients to make incredible food. It's good to know that they haven't changed after all this time. You'll love it here.

Consistent spot with a solid menu, just skip the rings lately…read more We've been coming to Bareburger at Darien Commons (right off exit 10 on I-95) for a while now, and it's easily become one of our reliable go-tos. Parking is always plentiful, which already takes the stress out of heading there. The vibe inside is cozy and casual with a spacious dining area and plenty of booths. Plus, they have a full bar and a vintage video game console that always makes a big kid like me happy while we wait. The manager and the staff here are consistently great--super welcoming and attentive every single time. When it comes to the food, we pretty much have our order down to a science: Four Smash Burger & Fries: You can't go wrong with this one. Paired with a side of French fries, it's a hit every time and you save a few bucks. The Southwestern Bowl: It comes with the all-natural grilled "wham bam" chicken, avocado, cauliflower rice, black beans, pickled red onion, jalapeños, tomatoes, greens, and tortilla chips, but we skip the jalapeño ranch. It's fresh, filling, and always hits the spot. They also have a really good vegan selection on the menu if you have dietary preferences. The only real downside lately has been the onion rings. We used to absolutely love them when they first opened, but the last few times we ordered them, they came out overcooked and rock-hard, so we've stopped adding them to our order. Stick to the fries instead. Bonus points for the outdoor dining area! It's great when the weather's right, especially if you have fur babies like us and want to bring them along. Definitely recommend checking this location out.

What happened to this place?…read more It started with a young hip, family friendly vibe with premium priced burgers and a lot of kid food. Tonight on a Thursday night, the place was understaffed... running late with a slew of phone and Uber orders... and seemed to be teaming with screaming children, whose parents were somewhat frustrated that their little ones were not getting their fries. The sun blazing in the western window which has no screen to protect people facing in that direction. Why? It's been this way since they opened and despite numerous requests, management has done nothing. Dinner for two with a burger and a wrap and two soft drinks and one order of fries came to $50 with tip. Sorry. Not worth it.

Came here on Christmas Eve and it was super delicious. I really enjoyed everything that we had. We…read moregot miso soup as an appetizer. Then we got the sticky short ribs as another appetizer and then we shared family style the beef and broccoli, the pad Thai and the sesame chicken. Everything came out super fast for how busy the restaurant was but everything was absolutely delicious. The restaurant does get pretty loud if it's pretty busy, but nothing too crazy and they have a lot of tables for small parties and also large parties The restaurant is very clean and comfortable, and the bathrooms are very spacious as well

Friendly environment! Good service, their Sushi is decent. I have been there a few times already!read more

My wife and I had dinner there & told them we were due to have a son in August. At the end of the…read moredinner they surprised us with an ice cream sundae and a teddy bear. The manager Chris and server Danielle could not have been nicer people. That aside, food was also A+.

Bigger than it looks from the outside Seated on time…read more Not rushed Good food. Poppers (Yorkshire pudding instead of bread) was an interesting twist and very nice I had wagyu dumplings (wasn't hugely keen but overall ok) and yellowfin tuna with salad which was great My spouse and friends has a variety of dishes - beef wellington, salads, wagyu steak. All excellent Some good wine selections - we had a nice bottle of French wine and other drinks Good deserts and coffee Easiest way too sum up Roost is that it's like going to a far superior 1020 at a price that is higher but not hugely so. Easily the best food offering all round in Darien (and yes it's better than the French place which has food that is hit and miss)