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Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS
Bobby Valentine's Sports Gallery is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

1. Bobby Valentine's Sports Gallery

225 Main St (at Washington Blvd), Stamford, CT
Sports Bar · Downtown Stamford · 47 tips and reviews

KWOTE S.KWOTE SCRIPTURES: Good wings selection. Lots of tv's and smooth service. Would definitely visit this place again.

Colony Grill is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

2. Colony Grill

8.5
172 Myrtle Ave (at Elm St), Stamford, CT
Pizzeria · Cove - East Side - Shippan · 85 tips and reviews

Stephanie K.Stephanie Karcher: One of the best pizza joints on the East Coast...To die for, thin crust pizza smothered in hot oil. YUM!

Layla's Falafel is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

3. Layla's Falafel

245 Main St, Stamford, CT
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 21 tips and reviews

AnjanetteAnjanette: Try the Chicken Shawarma with Layla's famous garlic sauce. It's divine.

4. Stamford Town Center

7.3
100 Greyrock Pl, Stamford, CT
Shopping Mall · Downtown Stamford · 51 tips and reviews

Nadine C.Nadine Campbell: Great Mall Macy's, Coach, Mac, Starbucks, Apple Store, Barnes & Nobles , The Body Shop .... The best

University of Connecticut - Stamford Campus is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

5. University of Connecticut - Stamford Campus

1 University Pl, Stamford, CT
University · Downtown Stamford · 7 tips and reviews
Tigin Irish Pub is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

6. Tigin Irish Pub

7.6
175 Bedford St (at Spring St), Stamford, CT
Pub · Downtown Stamford · 63 tips and reviews

Scott S.Scott Shelton: The best guiness pour I've ever seen

7. Napa & Co.

75 Broad St, Stamford, CT
American Restaurant · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 31 tips and reviews

Jesse R.Jesse Redniss: Probably the best restaurant in Stamford with an amazing Wine List. Mary knows her stuff, and Eric the Bar tender is the man.

ZAZA Italian Gastrobar & Pizzeria is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

8. ZAZA Italian Gastrobar & Pizzeria

7.7
122 Broad St (btwn Bedford & Gay St), Stamford, CT
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 44 tips and reviews

CBS LocalCBS Local: Known for traditional Italian favorites with a trendy twist, Zaza wins for hippest atmosphere and best cheese. - Dan Del Ferraro, CBS CT Read more.

Remo's Brick Oven Pizza Company is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

9. Remo's Brick Oven Pizza Company

8.4
35 Bedford St (at Broad St), Stamford, CT
Pizzeria · Downtown Stamford · 60 tips and reviews

Peter S.Peter Strnad: This place dominates. Top quality food for a great price. Pizza very good, but don't ever sleep on the rest of the menu. A plus desserts.

The Capital Grille is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

10. The Capital Grille

8.5
230 Tresser Blvd (at Stamford Town Ctr), Stamford, CT
American Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 44 tips and reviews

Kate H.Kate Haueisen: Lobster and crabcake! And truffle fries with what ever you order.

Capriccio Cafe is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

11. Capriccio Cafe

7.5
189 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 20 tips and reviews

Jon H.Jon Hyman: Best restaurant in Stamford for outdoor dining. Get a bruschetta pizza, they're phenomenal.

Volta Gelateria Creperia is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

12. Volta Gelateria Creperia

30 Spring St, Stamford, CT
Dessert Shop · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 33 tips and reviews

Delverde Pasta USADelverde Pasta USA: They have almost 100 Gelato flavors at this dessert shop! Do we need to say more? Besides how great it tastes?

Coalhouse Pizza is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

13. Coalhouse Pizza

8.4
85 High Ridge Rd (at Bulls Head Shopping Ctr), Stamford, CT
Pizzeria · Newfield - Westover - Turn of River · 64 tips and reviews

John C.John Carew: Great selection of beers and unique pizzas. Try to shoo shoo baby! Read more.

Kit's Thai Kitchen is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

14. Kit's Thai Kitchen

927 High Ridge Rd (Turn of River Rd), Stamford, CT
Thai Restaurant · Newfield - Westover - Turn of River · 11 tips and reviews

Attila H.Attila Horvath: Best Pad Thai ever!

Lola's Mexican Kitchen is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

15. Lola's Mexican Kitchen

135 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 36 tips and reviews

ᴡ R.ᴡ Ritchie: Get a margarita and the new lamb tacos! Amazing!

bartaco is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

16. bartaco

8.6
222 Summer St (at Broad St), Stamford, CT
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 62 tips and reviews

Maxine M.Maxine Montello: Order the blood orange margaritas

Barcelona Wine Bar Restaurant is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

17. Barcelona Wine Bar Restaurant

8.9
222 Summer St (at Broad St), Stamford, CT
Spanish Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 89 tips and reviews

John C.John Carew: Hands down the best tappas bar in the area, Barcelona has an awesome selection of wines with a menu to compliment every variety. Ambiance is romantic for couples but accomidating for larger groups. Ou Read more.

Curley's Diner is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

18. Curley's Diner

7.0
62 W Park Pl, Stamford, CT
Diner · Downtown Stamford · 7 tips and reviews

Cameron C.Cameron Childress: Best late night diner in the tri state area...

Curtain Call Theatre is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

19. Curtain Call Theatre

8.1
1349 Newfield Ave, Stamford, CT
Performing Arts Venue · Springdale · 7 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Curtain Call is the best place to see live theater in town!

20. Garden Catering

8.5
235 Main St, Stamford, CT
Deli · Downtown Stamford · 12 tips and reviews

Rhian T.Rhian Thomas: try a highschool special with cones!! or a badboy special if you a real hungry...

Ferguson Library is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

21. Ferguson Library

8.0
96 Broad St (at Bedford St), Stamford, CT
Library · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 13 tips and reviews

22. Alive @ Five

7.4
Columbus Park (at Main St), Stamford, CT
Music Venue · Downtown Stamford · 12 tips and reviews

Amy R.Amy R: Alive @ Five is a concert series with live music from national and regional headliners, which attracts after work crowds and families. Read more.

UBS Parade Spectacular is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

23. UBS Parade Spectacular

Stamford, CT
Arts and Entertainment · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 1 tip

Dave K.Dave Klein: One of the largest helium balloon parades in the country, featuring everyone’s favorite giant balloon characters, award winning marching bands and fabulous floats. Fun for the whole family.

24. Jazz Up July

7.9
Columbus Park, Stamford, CT
Jazz and Blues Venue · Downtown Stamford · 1 tip

Dave K.Dave Klein: 4 week concert series on Wednesday nights in the park. Performers include some of the hottest names in Jazz!

25. Arts & Crafts On Bedford

6.7
Bedford Street (Broad Street), Stamford, CT
Art Gallery · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 3 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Awesome arts & crafts show held every year over one weekend in September. Come browse and check out the one-of-a-kind wares you won't find anywhere else!

26. Fernando Luis Alvarez Gallery

7.6
96 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Art Gallery · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 4 tips and reviews

Harold C.Harold Cabezas: An amazing Colombian-American up-and-coming artist. If you are in the area, a must see gallery. Easy to get to, right in the heart of Downtown Stamford. Fernando Luis Alvarez is a name to watch in

Franklin Street Works is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

27. Franklin Street Works

8.5
41 Franklin St (Broad Street), Stamford, CT
Art Gallery · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 7 tips and reviews

Terri S.Terri Smith: Original contemporary art exhibitions, cool zines, and great coffee! Read more.

28. Avon Theater Film Center, Inc.

8.5
272 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Indie Movie Theater · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 13 tips and reviews

Bridget S.Bridget Stokes: Best theatre in Fairfield County! Great programming. Worth becoming a member.

Lucky's Classic Burger & Malt Shop is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

29. Lucky's Classic Burger & Malt Shop

7.7
209 Bedford St (at Spring St), Stamford, CT
Burger Joint · Downtown Stamford · 51 tips and reviews

DanDan: Great milk shakes and burgers

30. Post Grocers Country Market

1034 Long Ridge Rd (Merritt Pkwy), Stamford, CT
Grocery Store · North Stamford · 1 tip

Dave K.Dave Klein: Try the chicken cutlet sandwich. Do it.

Lakeside Diner is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

31. Lakeside Diner

7.8
1050 Long Ridge Rd (at Webbs Hill Rd), Stamford, CT
Diner · North Stamford · 29 tips and reviews

Allison A.Allison Adrian: Snag a table by the window. The lake is so pretty.

32. Wedge Inn

7.6
885 Summer St (at North St), Stamford, CT
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Stamford · 14 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Best hot dogs and chili cheese fries in town.

Coromandel Cuisine of India is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

33. Coromandel Cuisine of India

68 Broad St (at Summer St), Stamford, CT
Indian Restaurant · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 16 tips and reviews

Davon 'D'Davon 'D': The buffet is AHHHMAZING!

Columbus Park Trattoria is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

34. Columbus Park Trattoria

8.6
205 Main St (at Washington Blvd), Stamford, CT
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 11 tips and reviews

Michelle J.Michelle Jackson: Try the cooking class! Maria is amazing and her class will make you feel Italian at heart

35. Mill River Park

8.8
1010 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT
Park · Downtown Stamford · 6 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: A world class urban park soon to include walking/biking paths, a fountain, ice skating rink, carousel, café, sculpture garden, kayak facility and a habitat for fish, other native animals and plants!

Bradford's Grill & Tavern is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

36. Bradford's Grill & Tavern

6.2
83 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Bar · Downtown Stamford · 29 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Greg, the bartender, is one of the best bartenders in town.

Butterfield 8 Restaurant & Lounge is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

37. Butterfield 8 Restaurant & Lounge

112 Bedford St (btwn Spring & Broad St), Stamford, CT
Gastropub · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 32 tips and reviews

Ralph B.Ralph Battista: Saturday Night Comedy Club Upstairs ...

38. Rich Forum Theatre

6.2
307 Atlantic St (at Tresser Blvd), Stamford, CT
Theater · Downtown Stamford · 9 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Jerry Springer, Maury Povich and Steve Wilkos all tape their shows in this Downtown TV studio!

Stamford Museum & Nature Center is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

39. Stamford Museum & Nature Center

8.8
39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT
Art Museum · North Stamford · 24 tips and reviews

Tim R.Tim Robb: Great playground for young and old alike.

Bartlett Arboretum is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

40. Bartlett Arboretum

7.4
151 Brookdale Rd (High Ridge Road), Stamford, CT
Other Great Outdoors · North Stamford · 4 tips and reviews
Mianus State Park is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

41. Mianus State Park

8.1
239-399 Merriebrook Ln, Stamford, CT
State or Provincial Park · Newfield - Westover - Turn of River · 13 tips and reviews

Stephen H.Stephen H: One of the nicest open spaces in all of lower Fairfield County, bring your hiking boots and your dog for a great morning hike.

Cove Island Park is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

42. Cove Island Park

8.8
Cove Rd (at Weed Ave), Stamford, CT
Beach · The Cove · 27 tips and reviews

Stephen H.Stephen H: A level & paved 1-mile walking/biking/rollerblading loop along the water & a nice beach to enjoy all the benefits of living on the Sound. No beach pass required from Labor Day to Memorial Day.

43. Bella's Boutique

1 Vine Rd (High Ridge Rd.), Stamford, CT
Gift Store · Newfield - Westover - Turn of River · 1 tip

Dave K.Dave Klein: Find the perfect gift for a friend, loved-one or yourself!

44. Monster B's

489 Glenbrook Rd, Stamford, CT
Bar · Glenbrook · 16 tips and reviews

Matt T.Matt Tessier: Great beer bar with a frequent rotation of 30 taps. As well as a decent bottle selection. The foods good and the staff is always plesant.

The Palace Theatre is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

45. The Palace Theatre

7.2
61 Atlantic St (Broad St), Stamford, CT
Theater · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 10 tips and reviews
Heights And Lights is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

46. Heights And Lights

Stamford, CT
Plaza · Downtown Stamford · 2 tips and reviews

Sharon ... ש.Sharon ... שרון 🔯 😈😇 💀: One of the lesser known yet always entertaining holiday events downtown :) Santa & Co. rappelling down one of Stamford's tallest buildings.. + fireworks & the downtown tree lighting.

47. Stamford Downtown Farmer's Market

7.8
Bedford street (Forest street), Stamford, CT
Farmers Market · Downtown Stamford · 3 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: This farmer's market is run on Saturday mornings from 9am-3pm June through October!

48. Connecticut Cigar Company

8.2
43 Bank St, Stamford, CT
Lounge · Downtown Stamford · 2 tips and reviews

Doug B.Doug Berofsky: So cool, so friendly, unpretentious and welcoming. The CCC lounge is part of a rare breed of establishments!

Tabouli Grill is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

49. Tabouli Grill

8.2
Highridge Rd, Stamford, CT
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Newfield - Westover - Turn of River · 18 tips and reviews

Peter L.Peter Leeds: you've gotta have the halvah ice cream--amazing.

Bar Rosso is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

50. Bar Rosso

7.4
28 Spring St (btwn Summer & Bedford St), Stamford, CT
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 19 tips and reviews
United House Wrecking is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

51. United House Wrecking

7.6
535 Hope St (at Toms Rd), Stamford, CT
Furniture and Home Store · Glenbrook · 3 tips and reviews

Stephen H.Stephen H: Not your ordinary antique shop, UHW specializes in salvaging old home furnishings and structural elements. The yard is always stocked full of interesting ornaments. Each visit you'll see something new

Stamford Dog Park is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

52. Stamford Dog Park

7.5
39 Courtland Ave (at E Main St), Stamford, CT
Dog Park · Glenbrook · 12 tips and reviews

Stephen H.Stephen H: A great spot to give your dog a little exercise and socialization. There are separate areas for large & small dogs. There is parking available and other green space for kids to get some exercise too!

DiMare Pastry Shop is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

53. DiMare Pastry Shop

6.7
1245 E Putnam Ave (at Riverside Commons Shopping Ctr), Riverside, CT
Pastry Shop · 3 tips and reviews

54. Dairy Queen

7.5
885 Summer St (at North St), Stamford, CT
Ice Cream Parlor · Downtown Stamford · 13 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: The go to spot for cool treats in the warmer season. This DQ doesn't do food and sticks to what DQ does best: ice cream. The lines can get a bit long but the payoff is well worth the wait!

55. Casey's Tavern

8.3
85 Woodside St (at Summer St), Stamford, CT
Karaoke Bar · Downtown Stamford · 24 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Finding Casey's is a right of passage. A relaxed neighborhood atmosphere and outdoor patio are the draw here.

56. Loft Artists Association

845 Canal St (Henry Street), Stamford, CT
Art Gallery · Harbor Point · 2 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: LAA is a community of artists producing work in various mediums & styles in on-site & off-site studios. The studios are open to the public twice a year & artists also show in the gallery year-round.

Black Bear Saloon is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

57. Black Bear Saloon

261 Main St (at Bank St.), Stamford, CT
Bar · Downtown Stamford · 25 tips and reviews

carolyn e.carolyn estelle: the beer tower and bear bites....need I say more

Pat's Hubba Hubba is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

58. Pat's Hubba Hubba

820 Cove Rd, Stamford, CT
Burger Joint · Cove - East Side - Shippan · 11 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Cortes: Great chilli!! Try the chilli cheese dogs. Also ask for Hubba water (water mixed with hi-c) it's good to help with the spice in the chilli.

Pellicci's Ristorante is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

59. Pellicci's Ristorante

7.9
96 Stillwater Ave, Stamford, CT
Italian Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

Tim R.Tim Rappoccio: Best baked chicken ever. Ever.

Eclisse Restaurant is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

60. Eclisse Restaurant

700 Canal St, Stamford, CT
Italian Restaurant · Harbor Point · 8 tips and reviews

PetePete: Fettucini bolognese is fantastic!!!! Do yourself a favor. And I'f you're still hungry get the Italian cheesecake - nice and light yummy !!

Stamford Twin Rinks is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

61. Stamford Twin Rinks

7.5
1063 Hope St (btwn Camp Ave & Greenway St), Stamford, CT
Skating Rink · Springdale · 7 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: two rinks, hence the "twin" in the title!

62. Chelsea Piers Connecticut

9.2
1 Blachley Rd, Stamford, CT
Sports and Recreation · Cove - East Side - Shippan · 17 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Chelsea Piers is the premiere sports facility in CT w/ an olympic-size indoor pool, b&v-ball courts, turf & track, 14k sqft gymnastic ctr, 2 ice rinks, 19 squash/tennis courts, a climbing wall & more!

63. Agabhumi

Stamford, CT
Gift Store · Shippan · 3 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: The best of Bali. Great place for unique fashions and worldly gifts.

64. Scalzi Skate Park

100 Bridge St (at Scalzi Park), Stamford, CT
Skate Park · Newfield - Westover - Turn of River · 2 tips and reviews

Dave K.Dave Klein: Grab your board and bring a helmet. This is the best skatepark in CT.

Bull's Head Diner is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

65. Bull's Head Diner

43 High Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT
Diner · Newfield - Westover - Turn of River · 32 tips and reviews

Demian J.Demian Johnston: This is the "go to" stop for late-night diner runs as well as weekend morning family breakfasts.

84 Park is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

66. 84 Park

84 W Park Pl, Stamford, CT
Lounge · Downtown Stamford · 15 tips and reviews

The FeastThe Feast: The wildest place to hang out after Alive@Five shows. Aspiring models and DJs compete on Thursdays. Their intense Wednesday night Rockstar Karaoke is the best around (check out the link for pics). Read more.

The Fez is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

67. The Fez

227 Summer St (at Broad St), Stamford, CT
Moroccan Restaurant · Downtown Stamford · 34 tips and reviews

John D.John Darer: A real treasure. Food is amazing, whether you are going for tapas like appetizers or a full meal. I'm partial to the 7 spice chicken Paillard and the Kebabs. Unique atmosphere that ranges from jazz o

Coromandel Cuisine of India is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

68. Coromandel Cuisine of India

68 Broad St (at Summer St), Stamford, CT
Indian Restaurant · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 16 tips and reviews

John C.John Carew: Delicious Indian cuisine. Be sure to check out the garlic nan. Read more.

Brasitas is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

69. Brasitas

7.8
954 E Main St, Stamford, CT
Latin American Restaurant · Glenbrook · 26 tips and reviews

Ingrid F.Ingrid Forero: Brasitas has the best plantain chips and fresh salsa, food is amazing, decor is cozy and very colorfull...you would feel like you are in vacation!! ;)

Sushi X II is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

70. Sushi X II

7.5
109 Atlantic St (at Main St), Stamford, CT
Sushi Restaurant · Downtown Stamford Historic District · 23 tips and reviews

KristynKristyn: All you can eat sushi and appetizers for 19.99 on weekdays, 21.99 on weekends - soo worth it. Any sashimi you want. Don't forget to get dessert (not listed on menu) yum green tea ice cream!

Fairway Market is one of Best of Stamford, CT! #visitUS.

71. Fairway Market

699 Canal St (at Market St), Stamford, CT
Supermarket · Harbor Point · 45 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Great produce, cheeses and seafood. -Carmen Gonzalez, Top Chef