Retro Bar & Char
Opening 2025-01-10 Retro Bar & Char is set to open in January 2025 in Ansonia, taking over the former location of The Hub Pizza Bar. Owner Gary Pettinella aims to create a local hangout with a focus on craft cocktails and local beers, alongside a menu featuring thin-crust pizzas, salads, and potentially sandwiches and desserts. […]
Mercato
Opening Fall 2025 Mercato, an upscale Italian Kitchen & Bar, is set to open its fourth Connecticut location in West Hartford. Located in a newly transformed site formerly occupied by a CVS Pharmacy, it aims to offer a casual yet elegant dining experience with authentic Italian dishes and pizzas. The opening is targeted for Fall […]
Blu Pointe
Opening Fall 2025 Blu Pointe, known for its upscale dining experience featuring a fine selection of wine and premium beef, will be opening its second location in the former CVS site in West Hartford. This restaurant complements the Mercato location in the same building and targets a grand opening in Fall 2025. Combining a blend […]
Antonio’s Italian Bistro
Opening January 2025 Antonio’s Italian Bistro is set to open its new location at 921 White Plains Road in Trumbull in January 2025. This marks the third location of the popular Darien-based restaurant, which has made a name for itself with high-quality Italian cuisine. Known for its commitment to using top-notch ingredients, the Trumbull location […]
Wonder
A new Wonder location is being planned for Darien at 1897 Post Road, situated in a new mixed-use building. Construction is set to begin in late March 2025, with no estimated opening date provided. This will further expand Wonder’s footprint in Connecticut by offering the unique foodhall experience that combines different culinary concepts from various […]
Wonder
Opening January 2025 Wonder is preparing to open its first location in Connecticut at High Ridge Center in Stamford. This micro foodhall concept will feature a diverse array of cuisines from restaurants around the country and many celebrity chefs. The opening is set for January 2025 and will be located next to Peter Suchy Jewelers.
Pho House
Pho House, a Vietnamese restaurant, is coming soon to Village Plaza at 144 U.S. Route 6 in Andover. The restaurant will replace Oriental Wok and was previously located at 834 Silver Lane in East Hartford, having closed due to redevelopment by the Town of East Hartford. Pho House specializes in Vietnamese Pho, Banh Mi, Bubble […]
Dave’s Hot Chicken
Opening January 2025 Dave’s Hot Chicken, a popular fast-casual restaurant known for its spicy chicken offerings, is set to open its first Connecticut location in Milford in January 2025. This will be a brand new establishment for the fast-growing chain, which specializes in sliders, tenders, and a variety of spice levels to accommodate all tastes. […]
Oakville Kitchen
Oakville Kitchen is a new Mom & Pop eatery opening soon in the former Undergrounds Record Cafe space in Oakville, Connecticut. The eatery will offer hot coffee and fresh food, promising a delightful experience for locals and visitors alike. The establishment is associated with the same group that brought Johnny’s Breakfast & Lunch to Waterbury, […]
Hot Bread
Hot Bread is an upcoming Indian bakery that will be located in School Street Square, East Hartford. It will share space with Dosa Hut, another new addition to the plaza. Hot Bread is anticipated to offer a range of traditional Indian baked goods, complementing the vegetarian offerings of Dosa Hut. This opening marks a significant […]