Restaurant Feel: The ambiance was good, the restaurant had a very costal feel with kitschy décor. The octopus salt and pepper holder was very unique and a nice detail. Food: The Lobster Roll was very good, the lobster was well cooked and well seasoned and a good portion size with a bag of chips as a side. The market price at the time was 38 but still seemed on the expensive side for the region. Service: The service was good however there were a few things that could be improved upon. The servers couldn't decide whether or not to dim or turn the lights on, it was confusing and a little disconcerting. The severs also could not decide on whether or not to leave the door open which caused a number of flies to enter the building. Overall the service was good just a bit disjointed. read more

Really love this cute spot which is conveniently located next to mr frostys. We've had the lobster roll, lobster & chicken bowl, Pork belly roll and the fries which were all great! I would give this a 5 star but both times we went service was super slow, one time they forgot one of our friend's dishes and the other had a slight mixup. I'd recommend going off peak as I'm sure it will be quicker service! read more

Knot Norm's - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

I'm not sure what the hype is or why all the positive reviews. Our usual spot was closed on a cold Saturday so we decided to give this place a try. We left feeling very underwhelmed. Originally we went in for lobster rolls, but at a whopping $35 price tag "their market price for the day" we said no way. That's the highest priced lobster roll I've ever heard anywhere. Instead we had a buffalo chicken sandwich (which was very salty) and a shrimp salad sandwich, which was tiny and served with plain 'wonder style' bread slice. Both came with a bag of chips. If you're going to charge $17 for a chicken salad sandwich, why not make your own side? Also comes with a tiny spoonful serving of cold slaw. At $17, it's way overpriced. Ordered a bowl of clam chowder to share, and that took about 15mins to come out. That was actually pretty good, but not enough to give this place another try. We left still hungry and had to dine elsewhere. For better quality food, experience and price, we will stick to Ripkas. read more

Came here again on Mother's Day and was not disappointed. This time started with the NE Clam Cowder and hubby the lobster bisque and both were delicious. Clams still tender, and I liked the smal.bits of bacon for texture but thought it took away from the chowder a bit. The lobster rolls were again excellent as per the ladt review - perfectly cooked and just the right amount in the roll. I'm so glad the quality is still there! read more

Sunday June 25- at 2:10pm 2023 Service from the host and waitress is awful. I was really really hyped about trying this place for the first time and was disappointed with the greeting and customer service my family and I were given. No hello, no eye contact, or smile, I said "hello do you have a table available for my grandmother and gf? It's our first time here ". Place wasn't super busy and a few tables were open. The host with a lost and lazy look on her face then handed me 2 wrinkled menus- With no direction on where to sit. When I said hello to the other server to see if she would direct us - she just looked at me like she ignored me. She didn't even say hello back. After standing there confused for 5 min of not being taken care of , I turned around and gave the menus back to them and we left. They were so rude. Price is not an issue for me if the service is at least welcoming and friendly. I will not go back. I will also not recommend this place to friends and family which I'm sure the owner would like to discuss on what transpired. It's your establishment. Please check your employees. Place looks nice. read more

Had a craving for hot lobster roles and came here to try. Not disappointed, they were delicious with plenty of lobster. The fries were great too. Cute place, worth a visit. Service was cheerful. read more

OMG - I cannot wait to move to SoNo and become a regular here!!! Best lobster roll I have ever had and the pickles! I don't know their secret but damn! They have an extensive collection of beers for people that like that sort of thing - loved that they had choices for people like me and the Loyal Lemonade could get you in serious trouble since you can't taste the alcohol at all! Yikes! I want another lobster roll right now .... read more

Knot Norm's - Foodgasm - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

Our second trip here was every bit as good as our first. Only difference was crowd size since it was a weekday & lucky for us since we were with family visiting from Hawaii. The food is innovative, fresh and remarkably tasty. Price point seems high but given the quality and the wonderfully friendly service it is certainly worth it albeit a splurge for special occasions, which this happened to be. Do not miss the roasted oysters !!!! read more

Knot Norm's - Roasted oysters - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

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A fun,friendly, casual place. Yes, the price of the lobster roll has gone up but it is meaty. Check the price before you order. This is inflation and it sucks for everyone- restaurants included. The fries were flavorful. My complaint is that the fish tacos were long breaded fish sticks on taco shells with some herbs and canned pineapple garnish ( different from my previous experience). My friends got the lobster bisque, chicken fingers, pork belly roll- no complaints. Hope the restaurant weathers this storm! read more

Best food! Service! Chill place to go with friends or sit alone and enjoy a lobster roll!

Delicious but expensive. Be prepared to pay $40 for an amazing, but not large, lobster roll. Comes with chips, fries extra. Loved the aoli. Service was great and love the atmosphere. read more

Knot Norm's - Lobster rolls $40 comes with chips. Fries extra - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

* Lobster Roll Heaven * I hit the jackpot when I came across Knot Norm's. It is located near Veterans Park in Norwalk - right next to Mr Frosty's. It's small and cozy with a nautical theme. The staff is super friendly. They have about 8 different rolls: Copps Island Oyster, Fried Chicken, Steak & Cheese, Brisket, Crab Salad, Pork Belly, BLT and Lobster. Roll prices range from $8.85 to $23.00. They also serve Roasted Oysters, Steamed Clams, Fish Tacos, Wings and Daily Specials. The Lobster Roll was full of hot buttery mostly knuckle meat with large claw meat on top. I think there was a thin smear of aioli on the bun. It was everything I want in a Lobster Roll. Simply Delicious. It came with homemade potato chips, coleslaw and sliced pickles. I liked it so much that I went twice during my 4 day stay in Norwalk. So happy I found this place. ** Check out my List/Collection **Lobster Rolls Are Wicked Good** https://www.yelp.com/collection/eA_fWbmD9h62CEUmkFMUZg read more

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We wanted a casual seafood dinner and surely found the spot. Great staff, fabulous food... lobster roll and Coops Island Roll plus fries. This place rocks! read more

Knot Norm's - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

When I like the place I would definitely go back. So that's what happened. At the first visit we got oysters (raw and baked), lobster rolls (2 and then got an extra one because they were amazing). Everything was great, like really good. Check came out $140 ( also got 2 glasses of wine) So the next day we came for lunch and had Apple/Beet salad( nice portion and very refreshing when it's hot outside), chicken roll and fish tacos - were very disappointed. This two dishes had absolutely no taste, so flat.... This time check was only $38. I'm glad we went there twice and can compare. In general- love this place and would definitely come back, so far their Lobster roll one of the best I've tried. read more

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Knot into Norms! I wanted to like this place so desperately but we went on a Wednesday which is apparently the day they get shipments, and they were out of pretty much everything, including their famed lobster roll. It also felt like the parents left the kids in charge of the restaurant. tables were not bussed and it was pure chaos. The icing on the cake was waiting over an hour for our food. read more

Couple of things I loved about this place: 1) The decor - very well done. Roomy but not packed with chairs and seats. Loved the nautical and artistic aesthetic. The Bathroom was extremely clean and really nice as well (yes, that makes a huge impression on me). 2) The owner/manager helped me. He was kind, prompt and calm even though the place was really busy. I didn't feel rushed, there were no excuses such as "we're getting slammed" or anything like that. Everyone did their job professionally and was kind and courteous. Remember, I'm just getting takeout! So the service was outstanding as I'm usually handed a bag or box at most other restaurants for takeout. 3) The Food - I had a lobster roll and steak sandwich. Key in both is the bread they use (which was excellent). Lobster roll was properly seasoned with fresh lobster and a liberal amount of butter. It was very, very good. The steak sandwich was also excellent. It was a little bit spicy however that just added to the flavor. Definitely would order either of them again. The only thing I might change would be the fries. My kids (they're in their 20's) like them, I like a different kind of fry. Regardless, the main event/entre was spot on. If you like Lobster rolls, this place is definitely a go. 4) The location - the restaurant itself is awesome and it is easy to get to. With that being said, my only criticism of this place is the nightmarish Norwalk parking situation. There are 4 other food establishments plus homes within the same block. The parking is tough. That's not the problem or fault of Knot Norm's. However they may want to come up with creative alternatives or suggestions for parking for their patrons. 5) Craft Beers - the beers. I did not have one as I was driving, however I saw nobody unhappy with the beers. I do like the kind of Ale served and everything about it looked great. I'm going back and I'm ordering a beer next time. Knot Norm's is a solid place to catch a couple of beers and a great sandwich or roll. And I do mean great. The ambiance is really cool (love the mechanical crab). This is not a five star steak place in NYC, it is a cool bar/restaurant in Norwalk, CT. It does exactly what it is supposed to do: have great brews, very solid comfort food and an accommodating and expeditious staff. If you are in the neighborhood, go. read more

I had stopped in at Knot Norms in 2019 and told my wife it was the best lobster roll I had ever had. During covid we tried to go but the lines were long and we never could remember to order ahead . So we finally went back tonight and it is still the best lobster roll I have had. My wife agrees. The roll is not drenched with butter but lightly toasted brushed with butter with a light brush of aioli on the inside of the roll. Every bite was delicious. I also had hoped to try their New England clam chowder but they were out so I had the lobster bisque instead. It was very good. They seemed to use a little more tomato in the bisque and it made it very memorable. Plenty of lobster in it. We will be back soon. read more

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Great, high quality food and ingredients. Friendly staff and casual atmosphere make this place a joy to eat at.

Destination lunch for us today. Went specifically for the lobster rolls. I knew the price ahead of time and hoped the amount of lobster would not disappoint. We ordered a fried shrimp dumpling for an appetizer and it was delicious. When the lobster rolls and chips were brought to us I was blown away by the amount of lobster. We both thought they were delicious and we realized we would only need a salad for dinner. We were stuffed. The only disappointment were the beverage selections. read more

Lobster rolls and a nice selection of draft beer. The owners came out to the patio and introduced themselves and brought our dogs a treat!

5 stars for the food, and 5 stars for a much needed variety and vibe to the neighborhood A 3 for the consistency/service. Two rolls, and an order of fries takes 50 mins when theres 5 tables...then they forget the fries and say "theyre coming". Meal ended and still no fries or slight appearance of caring, or just a "hey sorry about that!" Not the first or second time we have had dicey customer service and a lack of overall caring/acknowledgement about a long wait, forgetting items, or general good service 101. Not sure its the people they hire or not enough staff. Potential! But need some improvements. At this point, we've skipped Knot Norma because we have a 50-50 chance of being aggravated. Too bad! Fun, great menu read more

Absolutely delicious!! I got the steamed clams and lobster roll. So good!!Lobster Roll read more

Knot Norm's - Steamed clams - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

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Great spot for an awesome fresh and hearty lobster roll. Our family of 11 went and sat comfortably outside. We ordered a range of seafood and their brisket bowl. Everyone gave this place a 2 thumbs up! The waitstaff was attentive and kept the drinks coming on a hot sunny day. He was very impressive with incredible memory without writing anyone's order and managed to get every single detail correct! Parking was easy in nearby neighborhoods. Go check this place out! read more

Went in Sunday around noon. Walked in and the service was phenomenal from the start, friendly and sat us right way. Enjoyed a lobster roll, simply delicious! Reasonably priced and nice spot to dine in! read more

Great customer services, very friendly. Food is amazing . Fast service, we will be back soon !

Always amazing food and Service. Such a nice place with amazing staff and management. Highly Recommend!!!

Lobster rolls here are not bad. Flavors are there with a nice butter sauce, but the lobster itself is a little too chewy. Prices are about average for lobster. Service was just okay. I like the location of this place so for that I'd give it a shot since their food is okay. read more

Knot Norm's Catering Company, a casual seafood shack on a quiet street in East Norwalk, Connecticut is my newfound spot for lobster rolls this summer. In business since July 2017, this place is already getting busy, especially on weekends. Lobster rolls are currently at $23, which is at the higher end of the price range, but you do get an above average lobster roll. Sandwiched between the 2 slices of toasted bread are chunks of fresh succulent tasty lobster meat dressed with clarified butter, mayo and a hint of celery. They are served with crunchy sweet coleslaw and pickles as well as a side of Cape Cod potato chips. A pity these lobster rolls don't come with French fries. Get them anyway as an additional side to share. These fries are lightly fried with a crispy finish but still soft on the inside. The in-house dip, a tangy combo of mayo, ground white pepper and seasoning is the perfect accompaniment and when eaten together, they are dangerously addictive! Do not miss their raw oysters from nearby Copps Island. They are medium sized, fresh and briny with a clean aftertaste. For many, part of the charm of this place is taking a leisurely stroll after your meal along the water with a scoop of ice cream in hand. Ice cream outlets are just next door. Also check out several other quaint shops in the neighborhood. read more

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Had lunch here after a morning at Stepping Stones Children's Museum. Very cute, small spot with a variety of things to try. Lobster bisque was too thick and needed a little something - salt, hot sauce, both? The lobster was well cooked and a decent portion Fish taco was like a fish stick - just ok Lobster roll was overly salted but was cooked well and on delicious bread The Copps Island roll was the winner. Tender meat, very flavorful with amazing aioli on the same bread as the lobster roll. Both rolls came with delicious coleslaw and (presumably) housemate pickles Kids grilled cheese with fries was very well received. Very reasonably priced for the amount of food we got. Definitely a must visit when in the area read more

Knot Norm's - Lobster bisque - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

I have lived in Connecticut my whole life and just found this place. What a gem!! We each got lobster rolls and agreed they were the best we have ever had. I am not a fan of mayonnaise but this one had close to none which was amazing and the lobster meat tasted so fresh. We also got the salad, oysters, shishito peppers, and fried chicken, all amazing. The service did take a lot longer than expected but good thing the food was so good and we had time. Other than tricky parking, the location is right by the water and such a vibe. Definitely will be bringing more friends next time! read more

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No lobster roll should cost $38. We read the great reviews and turned up with pretty high expectations. The place was pretty empty for a Thursday during summer break - maybe 4 people inside and the same outside. We ordered 2 beers, a side of fries, a lobster roll, a steak roll and 6 oysters. The oysters were fine, as were the fries and beers. The steak sandwich was flavorless and a bit dry. Bad at any sandwich place, but when you're charging $15 it's unforgivable. Like an idiot, I assumed the lobster roll, marked as 'MP' would be the same price point. It wasn't. It was the price of a main course at a pretty high end restaurant. Definitely knot worth it. read more

Man, I literally thought this place opened this summer but it actually opened up last year and just all of a sudden became crazy popular, and i have to say it deserves it. When it comes to solid seafood in the area you can go all the way to Westport and pay double what you would pay here at The Whelk or triple at Saltaire in Port Chester, or you could just come to this underrated, breezy Norwalk gem and stuff yourself with lobster rolls, shrimp cocktail, and fish tacos at a reasonable price. As for the food, I would honestly go in that order. The lobster rolls were absolutely amazing, with the shrimp cocktail and fish tacos a close second. Honestly, when I was here almost everyone was ordering the fried chicken wrap so I am guessing that is good too. Anyway, awesome atmosphere, awesome food, awesome place--definitely drop by if you are like me and walking around Norwalk but sick of going to Mecha every weekend. read more

Knot Norm's - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

Good selection of beers. Good food (many items are great, some just ok). Local oysters on the half-shelf at reasonable price. What else do you need? read more

A local favorite of mine, Knot Norm's is my pick for best seafood in the area. Despite its size, this corner cafe has the ability to consistently provide top notch local seafood that puts the majority of other restaurants to shame. My absolute favorite dish here is their fried oyster sandwich. The combination of seasonings and sauces with a light fried batter makes for a perfect lunch meal to keep the day going without feeling sluggish. Service is great, they do a fantastic job keeping the kitchen and bar clean. They host a variety of local beer that I find way more appealing than the usual international drafts. They also put together you're meal incredibly fast while never sacrificing quality. The furnishing is the only thing that I don't absolutely love. Don't get me wrong, I don't hate it. But the whole place almost seems too bright if that makes sense. I absolutely recommend! read more

Great lobster roll! One of the best ive ever had, juicy meat and lots of it! I got take out and they were very quick and server friendly. read more

Knot Norm's - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Norwalk, Connecticut

We stopped by today after our walk. I am so thankful we did. We ordered take out but next time, I would prefer eat inside. Great atmosphere, polite staff and absolutely delicious food. We have not talked about anything else since we got home. The lobster roll and fried oyster roll was perfect. Unfortunately I could not take a picture of the crab one as my son "inhaled" it before I could have a taste but apparently he loved it. We recommend it and cannot wait to go back. read more

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We drove to CT for their lobster rolls, the lobster bisque and clam chowder. A bit disappointed that bec. they had no more to-go containers, we couldn't get the bisque and chowder. The rolls are still the best. Enjoyed them with a nice sunset view by the marina/harbor. read more

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Save yourself and your wallet. The $40 lobster rolls come slathered in mayonnaise- yet the menu does not list mayonnaise at all. When brought to their attention- they weren't even apologetic and didn't even offer to fix it. The buffalo wings came slathered in blue cheese sauce- also not mentioned on the menu. The food took forever. They don't even refill your water. Bad service- bad food- spend your $40 someplace that cares. read more

Good service good food and it's in a nice spot in Norwalk. I would recommend this place and the next time 95 blows up in going to stop bye.

Am I missing something here? Someone tell me what's truly good to get. We ordered 2 bowls. They were out of fish tacos. The sauces were so incredibly salty, as if the chef poured the entire salt shaker in. I was actually going to go back in to return our 2 take-out meals but felt badly...restaurants have a hard enough time through all these crazy years.. Though this place is always packed. Perhaps a bad day. A fill-in chef. I don't know...but this experience surprised me. read more