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OK, for some weird reason I think we will see this section start to grow more rapidly than others.  I truly hope that I find many good restaurants, but it's hard to compete with my Weber (and now my Big Green Egg)!

Places to go:

bulletReNapoli:  I cannot believe we have pizza this amazing in G'wich; the dude was the only American to ever win the World Cup of Pizza in Naples; three different types of pies (each cooked in a different oven; I like Trianon (Naples style), and Nolita (NY style) [Old Greenwich] ($$)
bulletEl Charrito:  The famed Mexican truck from Stamford just found a permanent home in Riverside; the BEST tacos (and tortas) on the East Coast are now 3 minutes from my house! Dios Mio! [Riverside] ($)
bulletThe Tarry Lodge: Mario, Joe and team arrive in the 'burbs, finally!  The food is fantastic (pizzas, pasta, antipasto) and the prices are just right! (Check out the pizza on my Ultimate List) [Port Chester] ($$$)
bulletBrasita's:  I did not expect to like this "pan-Latin" little dive; the menu is diverse and unique...and the quality was superb [Stamford] ($$$)
bulletGabrielle's Italian Steak House: Beautiful bar (with deep fried pasta "breadsticks", and a really solid menu; I love the lobster spaghetti with white truffles and the Wagyu flat iron steak...and the cocktails ($$$$)
bulletTomatillo Taco Joint: A local version of Chipotle; build your taco, burrito, burrito bowl or taco salad with a ton of options; loved the fish taco ($)
bulletMoe's Burger Joint: a great new place on Post Road with a serious focus on burgers; may be the best burger in Greenwich; good chili dogs too [Old Greenwich] ($)
bulletThe Cookery: Dobbs Ferry is a bit of a drive for me, but worth it; how to describe it? 50% Babbo, 30% Lupa. 20% Zuni Cafe; LOVE it!  [Dobbs Ferry] ($$$)
bulletMarket:  Awesome place in Stamford worth a visit; cool atmosphere, great wine list, and the best food in Stamford!  [Stamford] ($$$$)
bulletJoey B's Chili Hub: There's a new best hot dog in town, either boiled, fried or grilled; the chili is also great (and spicy), so go with the chili cheese fries. For breakfast:  Hacksaw with bacon.  So much better than Top Dog was! Click here for some photos [Cos Cob] ($)
bulletRebeccas:  best restaurant in Greenwich! absolutely wonderful food perfectly executed in a contemporary style; it is impossible to make up your mind with the menu; I loved the black truffle risotto, the lamb, the rabbit and the Dover sole; don't miss the hericot verts/artichoke/truffle oil salad;  [Glenville] ($$$$)
bulletBSF: BSF = Burgers, Shakes and Fries; the burger is great...sloppy and enjoyable; I'm ready to go back for another! [Byram] ($)
bulletBaang: a recent visit brings this place back to the top of my list; best take on salmon tartare I've ever had; bar chips are like crack [Riverside] ($$$)
bulletNapa & Co: As good as it gets in Stamford; great cheese plate; very slow service though [Stamford] ($$$$)
bulletLos Gemelos:  a tortilla factory that serves some of the best, most authentic tacos I have had; don't forget the radishes and limes! [Port Chester] ($$)
bulletF.I.S.H.:  If you can find it, you will be rewarded with some of the best seafood in this area...and the best dark n' stormy [Port Chester] ($$$)
bulletAlba: A cheesy Port Chester Italian, but the Caesar Salad makes it worth it; good chicken parm too [Port Chester] ($$$)
bulletBeachhouse Cafe: A fun, casual spot in Old Greenwich; on weekends the bar is three-deep; great cocktails, simple, good food; Rhode Island Calamari is the best item on the menu [Old Greenwich]($$)
bulletSwanky Franks:  Can you stomach a deep fried hot dog with fixins of your choice? I don't think the oil penetrates the casing...just makes it crispy; great with bacon and American cheese [Norwalk] ($)
bulletPierangelo: another great "neighborhood" Italian; a small place with an excellent menu, great preparation, and great wines [Greenwich] ($$$$)
bulletThe Restaurant at Rowayton Seafood: Great seafood, cool bar, awesome atmosphere; and it over looks a river; all of the seafood here is really fresh, prepared simply and wonderfully good! [Rowayton] ($$$)
bulletL'Escale: a Provencal restaurant in the new Delamar Hotel; the atmosphere was a little rough, but the food was outstanding; the pan-seared foie gras in a pea broth with bacon was amazing; double-cut pork chops, rack of lamb, and all the seafood was also first rate; although the portions were generous, order some of the side dishes, especially the fries and the artichokes; don't save room for dessert...it was disappointing. [Greenwich] ($$$)
bulletElm Street Oyster House: incredibly fresh, well prepared seafood in a mellow setting; I never order tuna, but I always will here! [Greenwich] ($$$)
bulletBarcelona: great tapas, especially the chicken chorizo, the chickpea puree, and the calamari sauted with garlic and pepper; the sangria was fantastic; the mixed grill looked good, but I didn't try it; the crowd was starting to get brutal around 10 on a Saturday night [Greenwich] ($$)
bulletJean Louis: truly excellent French dining experience; the main courses seem to be a little better than the appetizers, but everything was amazing; try the sweetbreads; great wine list! [Greenwich] ($$$$)
bulletApplausi: great neighborhood Italian; awesome food; friendly service; and, the best osso buco I've had maybe ever! [Old Greenwich] ($$$)
bulletBoxcar Cantina: pretty solid Mexican in a fun family setting; a little upscale with Niman Ranch meats; try the soft tacos [Greenwich] ($$)
bulletEl Cayote Flaco: Some serious food that embodies Hecho en Mexico [Portchester] ($$)
bulletLe Figaro Bistro de Paris: Greenwich Ave Parisian bistro is great if you catch it on the right night; make sure to sit in the back room [Greenwich]($$$)
bulletMediterraneo: solid Italian/Mediterranean food; excellent fish dishes and awesome desserts! ($$$) [Greenwich]

Warning:

bulletTelluride: The food isn't bad; they try hard; maybe I just can't get used to the suburban mark-up on food; I don't think I would return to this place though... [Stamford] ($$$$)
bulletPolpo: not so bad; the atmosphere was great (visually), but the food was simply OK and it was way over-priced; the wine list had nothing affordable; some of the waiters were great, but the seasoned vets were rude and rushed; many, many 50+ wealthy guys with thirty-something trophy babes ($$$$)
bulletValbella:  ugh; avoid this Soprano's casting-call experience; the decor is like a bad wedding; the waiters should have never left their valet parking jobs; and the food blows; a mere $25 for that Italian favorite, penne a la vodka ($$$$)
bulletAuthentic BBQ:  The place looks cool; the menu makes you drool; but the BBQ is no better than average; same with the sides; its surprising that the folks from Kneaded Bread disappoint here [Portchester] ($$$)