The best restaurants in Danbury

Local diner featuring breakfast such as pancakes and corned beef hash, plus milkshakes.

123 White St

Italian cuisine such as pizza and chicken marsala offered in a relaxed setting where guests can bring their own alcohol.

217 Clapboard Ridge Rd

Relaxed, timber-clad eatery offering hearty BBQ meats, sides & comfort fare alongside beer & wine.

2 Pembroke Rd

Casual Vietnamese restaurant dishing up pho and other familiar favorites, plus vegetarian dishes.

7 Eagle Rd

Sushi & Korean specialties served in a casual, mom-&-pop restaurant with a BYOB policy.

32 Padanaram Rd

Relaxed eatery offering brick-oven pizza, salad, and pasta dishes.

632 Danbury Rd (Ridgefield)

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

71 Newtown Rd

Pizzeria specializing in New York-style pies in a relaxed atmosphere with friendly service.

40 Padanaram Rd #8

Low-key, round-the-clock diner with counter seats offering an extensive array of American staples.

22 Padanaram Rd #4825

Warm, colorful stop with wall murals offering Mexican grub such as tacos plus beer & margaritas.

98 Newtown Rd

Old-school Irish tavern for standard pub grub, including shepherd's pie, burgers & mac-n-cheese.

39 A Mill Plain Rd

Relaxed restaurant serving smoked meats, sandwiches and sides over the counter.

30 South St

Versatile & contemporary venue for seasonal American food, with a sizable wine list.

33 Mill Plain Rd

Casual mainstay serving sushi and Chinese dishes such as General Tso's chicken.

40 Mill Plain Rd

Cozy, family-run eatery serving pizza and pasta dishes, plus seafood and other Italian fare.

84 Ball Pond Rd

Relaxed eatery with a menu of Japanese standards and sushi, plus some noodles and soups.

806 Federal Rd suite 7 (Brookfield)

Casual steakhouse (since 1973) with popular early-bird special, salad bar & wines by the glass.

20 Segar St

Bustling, contemporary sports bar & American restaurant offering microbrews & happy hours.

24 Mill Plain Rd

Casual Mexican eatery preparing traditional dishes and margaritas, plus beer and wine.

10 Stony Hill Rd (Bethel)

Catering service offering brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and other barbecue classics.

Newtown

Historical firehouse turned American restaurant & bar also hosts events & private parties.

5 Ives St

Food truck slinging Latin eats like tacos, pupusas and burritos, plus sandwiches and burgers.

114 Federal Rd

Vibrant restaurant and craft cocktail bar serving American favorites such as pizza in a casual space.

30 Germantown Rd

Pizza, calzones, and pasta is served at this Italian eatery with a casual atmosphere.

79 Newtown Rd

Homey spot for breakfast staples like eggs and French toast, plus lunch fare.

45 Padanaram Rd #8

Casual restaurant serving a variety of Chinese dishes including sushi.

54 CT-37 (New Fairfield)

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

7 Backus Ave

Casual local pizzeria chain serving a menu of coal-fired pies, beer & wine since 1925.

59 Federal Rd

Sushi & teriyaki join a Chinese menu with Hunan & Sichuan dishes in a casual spot on a main road.

93 Mill Plain Rd

Classic Texas-style barbecue, craft beer & cocktails offered in a casual space with Old West decor.

967 Ethan Allen Hwy (Ridgefield)

Relaxed restaurant serving classic Japanese fare such as ramen and fried rice along with steaks, rolls and sashimi.

25 Grassy Plain St (Bethel)

Casual eatery for eclectic fare, craft beer, cocktails and wine, plus live music and a patio.

227 Greenwood Ave (Bethel)

Casual neighborhood eatery for Italian dishes including homemade pasta and sauces.

54 Pembroke Rd

Counter-serve restaurant with a salad bar and a variety of meats in a casual setting.

36 Osborne St

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

7 Backus Ave Space M206

American comfort food including pork belly and fish tacos served in a relaxed venue with a bar.

93 Mill Plain Rd

Colorful, casual destination for familiar Mexican fare, including tacos and margaritas, as well as beers and cocktails.

1 Ives St

Casual restaurant offering pizza and Italian specialties, including chicken parmigiana and shrimp scampi.

4 Starr St

Bright & modern dining room in the Hotel Zero Degrees serving traditional Italian plates with wine.

15 Milestone Rd

Family-friendly sports bar with dozens of beers, over 50 flavors of wings & other pub fare.

255 White St

Smoked brisket and pulled pork burgers at a relaxed BBQ spot.

401 Federal Rd (Brookfield)

Casual diner dishing up all-day comfort food and quick bites, including popular breakfasts.

126 South St

Creative New American fare at a farm-to-table bistro with quaint decor and a covered patio.

23 Bailey Ave (Ridgefield)

American restaurant & bar serving aged-on-premises steaks & locally sourced produce.

5 Eagle Rd

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

26 Backus Ave

Long-running restaurant & bar serving classic Mexican fare in a casual, colorful setting.

145 White St

Asian fusion, hibachi & sushi restaurant in a setting accented with bamboo & shoji screens.

69 Newtown Rd

Classic Italian recipes such as rigatoni bolognese are served in a warm, family-run atmosphere.

2 Padanaram Rd

Relaxed restaurant featuring burritos, tacos and other standard Mexican fare along with a bar serving margaritas.

20 White St

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

60 Newtown Rd

Creatively topped wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, pastas & more served in casual, upscale surrounds.

35 Lake Ave Ext

Counter-serve pizzeria with thin-crust pies & slices, sandwiches & more in a pint-sized space.

164 White St

Versatile & contemporary venue for seasonal American food, with a sizable wine list.

189 Federal Rd (Brookfield)

Casual locale turning out Korean dishes such as bibimbap, as well as poke bowls and sushi.

5 Padanaram Rd

Eclectic comfort foods & live entertainment in an eccentric space packed with quirky artifacts.

15 Old Mill Plain Rd

Bright, family-owned eatery offering hearty soups & noodle dishes, along with other Vietnamese fare.

56 Padanaram Rd

Mom-and-pop eatery featuring recipes passed down through generations, plus bubble tea.

18 Mill Plain Rd

Casual option for burgers, fries and chicken sandwiches, plus milkshakes.

5 River Rd (Wilton)