My wife and I had a great meal! The food is always so fresh and the service is always on point! We will definitely be back!

Hidden gem in Guilford Connecticut! I had the scallops over risotto! One of the best meals I've had in recent memory. Excellent service! read more

We returned to South Lane for burgers & fries as the burgers are locally sourced or so they claim. Usually the burgers are on the small side but tasty. However, there have been repeated issues with fries. They are frozen store bought, as per waitress as they have a small kitchen she said & could not handle fresh cut orders. Fine. But no reputable restaurant would serve small, half inch potato fry ends that comprise a third of the portion. It was both unappetizing & off putting. We won't be returning, but just so others can get an idea, I post South Lane versus other places in Manhattan -no less - where rents are absurdly high and yes the cost of it is a fraction more. It is a lovely space, though. read more

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Always great! The beef bourguignon special was a hit! I have never not had a great meal w/ good service here. Sometimes it's hard to get in. read more

South Lane Bistro feels like a warm hug the moment you walk in. Cozy atmosphere, wonderful staff, and delicious food that makes you want to come back again and again. read more

The wife and I stopped here on a whim as we were in the area. Food and ambience were great service was spot on only problem was we were not informed about the chef's specials for the day we overheard the server for the other table saying them . Other than that we will definitely be back and sample more items off of the menu!!!! read more

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Food was good, Service was good, and its a fun place. The location is *almost* hard to find, but look for it. It is worth the look. It has a tavern feel and vibe. read more

We went to this cozy, small bistro off the Guilford Green. We've been here before, and so invited our friends to join us. They have a covered porch with dining tables. Eight of us ate out here. We all enjoyed a quiet evening with good food and drink. Highlights were the grilled salmon and the grilled chicken fajitas. Service was prompt and professional. Drinks were delivered in a prompt manner. Large entrees are served with a side of salad with a choice of dressings. Salads have a variety of fresh greens and other vegetables. Side salad portions were reasonable. Prices were a little high, but we all enjoyed our meals. We'd consider returning. read more

Love it here, love the staff, the food, the ambiance and the dessert! Kale salad an all time favorite as is the chicken sandwich! Highly recommend! read more

Love this place. Great atmosphere (small). Friendly service. Yummy food. Make a reservation, if you're going during peak time.

Went here for first time with friends who have been several times and really like it. Cute, small, rustic atmosphere which also has outdoor dining. The service was excellent. I asked the server for her opinion between fish and chips and fish tacos. She strongly suggested fish tacos. I got two good sized tacos, the fish was sliced thin, not breaded and topped with slaw and way too much sauce, to the point the taco was drenched. If it would have had less sauce it would have been fine. Next time I'll know to ask for sauce in the side, otherwise a very nice place and reasonably priced. read more

Small restaurant but great ambiance and food. The fried chicken sandwich was very good.

We had a really great date night at South Lane a couple weekends ago. We sat outside in the little pergola outdoor area not attached the restaurant and it was great! Definitely recommend making a reservation as tables are limited. Our waitress was very nice and food and drinks came out pretty quickly after we ordered. We enjoyed the Buffalo brussel sprouts and calamari for appetizers- both were wonderful. My entrée was phenomenal! It was a special that had a "cold" angel hair pesto pasta with grilled zucchini and tomatoes with the most perfectly cooked scallops on top. It was light and refreshing for a summer night despite it being a pasta dish- very summery. My husband had the fish tacos and they were okay but we have had better. The lemon cake we got for dessert was also amazing! We will be back forsure! read more

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I used to come here all the time and not really sure why I stopped. Finally came back and it's better than ever. Delicious food, great chopped salad and fried zucchini. Cozy place but never feels cramped. Make a reservation as it is small inside. Great service as well. Adding South Lane back into my rotation. read more

Their chopped salad never disappoints! Super fresh. The pulled pork nacho appetizer is amazing!! We have to have it every time! Service is always top notch too read more

South Lane is one of our go to's in Guilford. The food is always excellent, the service is superior & the owners are lovely & welcoming. Small & charming, the comfort of customers is clearly a priority. Call first - South Lane is very popular for good reason! One suggestion-bring the tempura broccoli from the Sea House to South Lane! And the seafood Cobb salad! read more

One of my favorites! Chopped salad and Fish Tacos are a go to! The service is always great and the ambiance is great in the summer read more

South Lane Bistro - Chopped Salad, Fish Tacos - New American Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

What a treat this place is.... Fun menu items and drinks, and a super friendly staff.... Can't wait to go back again very soon!

I love this places outdoor dining ! Partially covered with just enough windows for fresh air and sunshine but allows you to sit outside comfortably. The food was amazing and so was my margarita. I would love to become a regular here but the pricing is a bit out of my budget, so I'll have to settle for the occasional visit/date night instead. Yes, everything tastes as good (if not better) than it looks in the photos I've attached. read more

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We visited this bistro, near the Guilford green, by pure chance tonight. What a great surprise on a beautiful night. We were seated on their adorable covered back porch, where every seat has a red blanket draped over the back. We shared the Oh-J double IPA (delicious), mini Vietnamese chicken tacos, the salmon burger w fries, and the warm brownie sundae. Each course was unique, beautifully seasoned, and delicious. The server was wonderful and attentive, the porch was cozy and cute, and we had a great experience. Highly recommend. read more

Good food. Moderately priced. Very nice ambiance (especially if you're sitting on the porch).

I have enjoyed eating there for a long time. The service and atmosphere are truly exceptional. The regular menu has a lot of variety, however the specials are always new and definitely thought out. Get the Carrot Cake if it's available. My all time favorite. Highly recommend. read more

Terrible experience. Very poor service, extremely rude. Terrible food. An absolutely horrible meal. Never again

Delicious food, menu constantly changing! Very professional and courteous service. On-site dining has relatively limited seating but is very cozy. Takeout is always efficiently done read more

Been here twice now and really love it!! First trip we had the short rib egg rolls, mahi mahi special and a delightful homemade chocolate cake. Sooo yummy! Second trip we had chips and guacamole, the calamari with yummy sauce and had the chopped salad. All was delicious but the chopped salad might be the best salad I've ever eaten. Loaded with fresh ingredients including avocado and fresh shucked corn. Topped off with their signature cilantro lime dressing. Amazing!! Special shout out to the bartender Ariel, who is just absolutely delightful and attentive. Looking forward to coming back soon! read more

Service was terrible. This is the first time going. Host/bartender/whatever wouldn't even look us in the eye. Stood there forever and then was told with an attitude that she's not sure if she can help us if we didn't make a reservation. There were several tables and bar space. I'm fine with slower service but the attitude and disrespect was a non starter. We left before she could even tell us how long of a wait it would be. We won't be back, do not recommend. read more

South Lane Bistro is a super cute little restaurant in the charming town of Guilford. I came here with a friend who had previously randomly met the owner, and I'm glad that I visited. The food is pretty standard New American, generally tasty but not especially memorable, with the Korean BBQ rib tips being the lone standout. If I were to come back it would be for the environment and service, which is so warm and hospitable. Just a perfect place to relax, eat slowly, sip wine, and have good conversations with friends, family, or SOs read more

Great service from the host and wait staff! The fried zucchini was delicious and so were the fries. The burger was a little bland but made up for by the friendly staff. Clean bathroom and nice ambiance. read more

As you walk into this bistro you immediately feel invited and comfortable from the warmth and style of the space. The square footage is small, but perfectly arranged. There are exposed beams throughout. Sitting at the bar, you can see right into the kitchen as the chef cooks. This was my first experience here, and my wife and I decided to get apps and a bottle of wine. We got the sliders, chili lime calamari, and rosemary fried zucchini. All were perfectly prepared and had great flavor. My only reason for not giving five stars was that it took about 5 min before we were acknowledged at the bar, and the chili lime calamari had smaller cut pieces of lime within the calamari, which mixed in easily with the calamari. I would have preferred wedges on the side. All in all, amazing experience though. I highly recommend checking out this spot. read more

I enjoyed the Burger I had. One of the best in a long time. Waitress was phenomenal friendly and made feel like a valued patron. Wouldn't hesitate to go back. read more

I was going to try the burger or the fish and chips. I saw they had a meatloaf special so I tried it. They burned the meatloaf and served it. mac and cheese was dry and the mac was overcooked. the salad looked delicious if not for the dull and dry tasting green salad dressing. ruined. $21 for an lame attempt at an easy dish. read more

South Lane is my go-to place for a nice bistro style dinner in Guilford. Eating in or taking out, the food is always delicious and fresh. Check their specials - they change almost every day! Their wine list is also reasonable and very good read more

Consistently inconsistent Its cute and small and usually busy. Staff is adorable and earnest; seems like they turn over a lot--I've been there at least 10 times and never recognize anyone. The back porch part is fun and there's a nice fire in the winter. Pros: Good wine and beer list. Gazpacho to die for. Appetizers always solidly above average. They have all their regular menu items down pat. Something for everyone on the menu--paleo, vegan, whatever. Cons: Not a full bar, if you care about that kind of thing. Pretty darn pricey for what it is. "Cozy" seating (all right, downright cramped), but its a tiny place. If offered, refuse seating at that table near the sole bathroom. I'd avoid the 'specials'; my crab/shrimp cake was mostly sort of gummy cakey mess. I've had salmon there that was vaguely 'over the hill'. Sticky tables; the bane of my existence. read more

3 stars -it was good for Guilford (if you live here you know what I mean) Sadly no full liquor license only wine & beer. Small space that in summer utilizes a great patio space with cool fireplace - not sure how it will be in winter. Waitress was not inexperienced -didn't come back to check on whether we needed more drinks, forgot things we asked for etc, it was busy so not a big deal to us. On the good side we were not rushed at all. Pricing is fair but portions are not big. I ordered the iceberg lettuce salad - tasty but served on a long skinny dish which I found awkward - I upgraded to add buffalo shrimp tasty but skimpy for the up charge. Meatloaf sandwich my friend had looked good but she said the huge onion rings on top (the only garnish/side with it) was meh. Would I return? Maybe - I like it better than ballous but that's another story. read more

South Lane Bistro - Wine on the patio - New American Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

Not a good experience. Staff were very rude and the food was very poor. Service extremely slow

Tried South Lane Bistro for the first time tonight. Tried the fried zucchini, which came with came with a thick, sweet, sauce that did not taste good and tasted like salad dressing from a packet. It took approximately 30 minutes to receive our meals. My burger was charred and burnt on both sides, inedible. My husband ordered the chopped salad which was pretty good, so I ended up splitting that with him because I didn't want to wait another 30 minutes for a simple meal. Nice setting otherwise. We will not be returning. read more

Don't count on your reservation. Despite 2 phone calls and confirming a time/table, upon arrival they did not have the reservation and could not seat us. I was told that I had not provided a cc number, however, I was never asked for one. read more

We hit this spot after enjoying the Hammonasett beach. This is a nice place. We ate outside in a small area and sat on padded benches (may not be ideal due to COVID - hard to disinfect those seat pads unless they wash it every after use which may not be the case). We loved the chile lime calamari, different than the usual but it was delish but be careful biting on those grilled limes that look like peppers. The fish tacos were good too. read more

Went there with a friend for her birthday and had a fantastic meal! Food is always fresher than fresh and usually quite unique. I had no idea swordfish over spaghetti squash could good taste so good. Love it that the owner was there and greeted us and thanked us for coming. read more

Our in-town go-to spot for a great comfort meal. We regularly get take-out from South Lane, but also love dining in (whether on the patio or indoors). Always hard to choose what to get because we have so many favorites. The specials are always great, too! Good wine list. Don't miss the sweet potato frites with aioli! Staff always warm and welcoming. A true Guilford gem. read more