Everything was very fresh. I only eat sushi at sushi restaurants where I know they are turning…read moreeverything over quickly and nothing is sitting in the back of the fridge. This place delivers. They also have some odd things, like bao which are not Classical Japanese. They were delicious regardless. Their claim to fame is ramen. I don't like ramen so passed on it. On the other hand if they can get me to like it they get six stars not five. Major extra credit. Maybe next time. Oh and parking is easy which is not always the case in Norwalk.

The vibe is chill. Would recommend the Ishiyaki Wagyu on hot stone! It was tasty and came with a…read moreside of kimchi and string beans. The poke bowl was flavorful but was mainly rice. I wouldn't recommend the Yaki Onigiri, despite reading positive reviews for it. The fried rice was way too heavy and didn't taste good. The greasiness was competing with the strong taste of the salmon. Some servers knew their job well, and greeted us at the door. A newer server wasn't as knowledgeable on gluten free options there and also didn't take away our used appetizer plates before serving us the mains. Not a huge deal, but it does make a difference in your dining experience and how the flow of your meal goes.

Excellent ramen and very friendly service! I had the spicy volcano ramen and pork dumplings. There…read moreis easy street parking - great spot for a quick lunch.

Came here on a Friday afternoon. Open seating. Very nice woman served us…read more We loved the spicy Sichuan dumplings (that she recommended) were our favorite - that sauce! But the pan fried dumplings and soup dumplings were also good. The pickled daikon was another favorite. And the chicken bao topped us off. If I was back in the neighborhood, I'd definitely come back.

The food was amazing but the service is the best there is in Fairfield county!!…read more The entire staff was helpful, amazing customer service! Julia did everything to make us happy during our entire visit. I highly recommend Mecha in Norwalk/SONO

* Takeout! Traveling…read morefor work, staying at the Marriot down the road.. I saw this place come up on a Yelp search as a highly rated spot nearby. I threw an order in for delivery through Uber Eats while I jumped in the shower. Took 30 minutes to arrive, the food was piping hot and presented beautifully, despite the foil and plastic containers. Overall delicious. The Saigon egg rolls are served with a Vietnamese dipping sauce fresh mint and lettuce wraps, and they were light and crispy and all the flavors together incredible. The KFC bao bun was a little on the dry side, but had a satisfying gochujang glaze with crunchy pickled veggies nestled in a soft pillowy bun. Kimchi fried rice was bursting with flavors and the creamy yolk from the fried egg added a velvety richness. There was a nice presence of bacon, fried shallots and scallion. Overall perfect. Excited to try the Ramen and Pho sometime!

Hands down one of my fav. Kawa Ni in Westport. I recently went there for late lunch. Its the kind…read moreof atmosphere that feels trendy without trying too hard. Ive been there for dinner time as well, it's lively, loud in a good way, and immediately feels like somewhere you could stay for hours. I ordered the miso ramen, and it was honestly one of the most satisfying bowls of ramen I've had in Connecticut. The broth was the star of the dish its deep, rich, savory, and layered with that perfect balance of umami and subtle sweetness from the miso and a bit nitty form the sesame seeds. The noodles had the perfect texture: chewy, springy, and able to hold onto the broth beautifully. Nothing was overcooked or mushy . What impressed me most was how balanced the ramen was. Some ramen spots go overboard with salt or spice, but this bowl felt refined. Rich but not greasy. Flavorful but not overpowering. You could tell there was actual technique behind it. The portion size was also generous enough to leave completely full without feeling uncomfortable afterward. The service matched the food perfectly and so freaking sweet. I have trying to rec this all my coworkers

Such a wonderful lunch at Kawa Ni! The food was beautifully presented and FULL of flavor~the ramen…read morewas rich, comforting, & absolutely delicious, the Hakkaisan sake paired with it perfectly. The atmosphere is stylish yet relaxed, the service was warm & attentive. A great Westport spot for a leisurely lunch with a friend. We'll definitely be back!

ORIGIN: Chef/Owner Jeff Taibe initially opened Taproot in…read moresuburban Bethel with wife Steph Sweeney (Owner/Manager), but found a good percent of their innovation-seeking customers travel from Connecticut's shoreline to visit. After they became aware of the availability of a large space restaurant in the city of Norwalk, the restaurant migrated to its present spot. LOCATION: The restaurant is in a lively location, with a movie theater across the street and a convenient parking lot in the back. ATMOSPHERE: The space, which is divided by walls into three dining areas, has a "shabby chic" aesthetic and is lit by tall and wide paned industrial windows. EXPERIENCE: I've visited for brunch and Happy Hour with friends who live or work in Norwalk. Chef Taibe is creative and skillful, and I'm forever impressed by the dishes he serves. As a result, it comes as no surprise that the restaurant was recognized as best in Fairfield County during the Connecticut Restaurant Association's 2023 Crazies award ceremony. (Chef Taibe was finalist for best chef in all of the state the very same year.) The pimento cheese starter topped with Benton ham jam (happy hour/dinner) and smoked brisket hash (brunch) highlight how Chef Jeff Taibe transforms and elevates common menu items into ones that are memorable and crave-inducing. TIPS: Adding to the menu variety, specials are available between 5-9 pm as follows: Tuesdays: Burger plus Beer combo ($18); Wednesdays: Seafood discounts and specials; Thursdays: Smoked Prime Rib ($65); Fridays: Fossil Farm Game specials. It appears that walk ins are always seated in bar dining area, regardless of whether the central dining area appears free. If you rather not sit on a high top bench or stool, a reservation is recommended. The restaurant is also accessible via a back parking lot entrance.

A fantastic find in SONI. Trendy, warm, and welcoming space. Our party of five was seated right…read moreaway at a great high-top near the bar. Michelle, our server, was excellent--personable, knowledgeable, and attentive. The food was outstanding from start to finish. Highlights included steak tartare, scallop crudo, sardines, and sourdough bread, followed by swordfish, chicken, steak, pasta ragu, and scallops--all delicious. Definitely order the bread!! Amazing experience--we'll definitely be back!

Wow this place really surprised us! First off the teas were so so good! We had a craving for teas…read moreand then ended up getting dinner too so the tea was the main focus and they did not disappoint! We got the honeydew milk tea and mango tea with popping boba. The popping boba is just so fun! Both teas were very fruity, but not overly sweet so they were still refreshing. The food was the after thought but again amazing! We got the spicy tuna bowl because it was a popular dish on Yelp which makes sense. It wasn't too spicy, the fried onion bits were a good addition, seasoned well, and cooked perfectly. We also got pan fried pork dumplings that were fantastic and the wonton soup. This was my first time having wonton soup and cannot stop thinking about it. The broth was flavorful but not too salty. There were three wontons in the soup. We got takeout so I can't speak to the service. However, we did order the honeydew tea with boba and it came without. It wasn't a huge deal and everything else blew us away that it's still a five star place!

This place surprised. The owner is super sweet and attentive. The food was delicious and…read morerestaurant is clean. I highly recommend this place to anyone.

I can't believe I've passed by this spot and not gone in until now! I wasn't expecting there to be…read moreso many unique choices on the menu. We actually had a hard time limiting ourselves since everything sounded good! The cheese wontons, buffalo chicken gyoza, and fresh sushi were our favorites. We had a friendly server who was helpful with recommendations. Nice vibe inside, with a few tables outside as well. A gem on Washington Street that we would gladly return to!

This Japanese restaurant is amazing the fish is extremely fresh so delicious. I love the tuna it so…read morecreamy and I certainly had a party in my mouth. The salads were fresh as well the avocado was perfect complementing the other veggies so extraordinary. The service is fantastic everyone so knowledgeable of the menu the big plus is they are friendly and so welcoming.

Mama Chow is a small, cozy Vietnamese restaurant run by a wonderful mother-and-daughter team. These…read moreladies are soooo nice and courteous! They make sure your glass is always full and check in regularly to make sure everything is just right. For appetizers, we had the KFC Bao and the Vietnamese crispy rolls--both were delicious! We also tried the Udon Supreme with seafood. The noodles were nice and thick, with a satisfying chew, and the sauce had great flavor. My brother had the Kon Loh Mee, a.k.a. KLM noodles, which he really enjoyed. Great food, warm hospitality, and wonderful service. This place is definitely worth coming back to!

This has to be one of my favorite casual dining spots! The…read morefood is so authentic, flavors are rich and tasty. The laksa options are great but the vegetable laksa is the best. The Malay tofu has complex flavors that are the perfect hint of spicy. The mushroom dumplings are worth every bite. The service is as fast and pleasant as can be.

Ate there tonite with my wife and another couple. I eat there at least once a month for the last 5…read moreyears. The food is always excellent...fresh & tasty, good sized portions, upscale Chinese & Thai food. And Mary the waitress is amazing, a great server, very polite, has great suggestions, always remembers my favorite dishes, and she's always smiling...I highly recommend Ren!!!

We are grateful they stil open during holiday…read more Spare ribs, didn't season inside tasteless and no bbq sauce, very fatty disappointed. Pineapple fried rice is alright. Drunken noodles is ok, too much oil. General tso Chicken seems they out in chilli oil, the flavor is unusual, not my cup tea. Overall too oily for us , we find stomach discomfort after eating.

Carpet baggers. If you come here for nothing else you must try this innovative app, it's…read moreoutstanding! The rest of the food was spectacular as well. Peter our server, who apparently has been here for over two decades, was great. All the food came out quickly and was super tasty. The bar service was equally great. Match was a 5 star plus experience.

It was our first time to Match and hopefully won't be our last. The service and food were all…read moreincredible! We got the steak tartare and carpetbaggers to start and we both got the steak frites. To say this meal was incredible is a true understatement. I'm writing this the day after and we're still talking about the flavor of the food and joy it brought us. I'd highly recommend Match to anyone looking for an evening out.