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Nataz Restaurant - North Branford
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(212)Coming Soon!HOME
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(219)What does home feel like? In our welcoming space, we craft a variety of delicious comfort food dishes to give you that feeling every time you visit. Comfort foods with a twist and nothing but local support is our specialty!
Saltbrick Prime
Price: Expensive•American•4.4(124)At Saltbrick Prime we are committed to sourcing the finest ingredients and unparalleled attention to detail with a menu that showcases the best in prime steaks and seafood, featuring beef dry-aged with our U.S. patented process. The elegant ambiance, impeccable service, and expertly crafted cocktails add to the overall experience, making Saltbrick Prime the go-to choice for any special occasion or night out.The Essex Brasserie
Price: Moderate•French•4.3(80)Chef Colt Taylor, celebrated for his culinary gem, The Essex in Old Saybrook, is proud to announce the opening of The Essex Brasserie in Branford, Connecticut, This is comfort food at its finest.
The Essex Brasserie showcases Chef Taylor’s innovative approach to French cuisine with a focus on local ingredients and bold flavors. The menu features classic French dishes, including many of the favorites at The Essex. Among the highlights:
Lobster Bisque, Clam Chowders & French Onion Soup
The Wagyu Burger
Beef Wellington served with pomme purée, haricot verts, and bordelaise
Fluke Meunière: A zesty and flavorful dish with peanut chile crisp
Moules Frites: Fresh mussels offered in three unique styles
The famous Essex Lobster & Beet Fusilli
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- LLizDubai •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoEvery single detail about my experience was a master class in excellence. Impeccable service. Calm, inviting, and lovely atmosphere. Exceptional food - visually stunning, incredible attention to detail in its plating, and heavenly flavor. This is what every dining experience should be like. They have raised the bar very high.More infoLittle RiggsPrice: Moderate• American• Branford•4.8
- CChrisGreater Boston •12 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAbsolutely loved it. Had been to the Old Saybrook location so had high expectations that were exceeded. The manager, server and food were all exceptional and showed their commitment to this great restaurant.More infoThe Essex BrasseriePrice: Moderate• French• Branford•4.3
- JJohnConnecticut •8 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoGreat steaks, huge baked potatoes and awsome ambiance!More infoSaltbrick PrimePrice: Expensive• American• Branford•4.4
- FFrank1 review5.0Dined on 1 Mar 2025Webster out did our expectations coming in for the first time ever- Gorgeous facility with amazing food and even better service. 20/10 would return tomorrow-More infoLockworks TavernPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Branford•4.4
- AAimeeNew York City •6 reviews5.0Dined on 1 Mar 2025Great service and comfort food. Lively atmosphere.More infoHOMEPrice: Moderate• American• Branford•4.7
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Healthy restaurants located in Branford include Nataz Restaurant - North Branford, Little Riggs and HOME
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Branford are HOME, Little Riggs and Lockworks Tavern
Bottomless brunch in Branford is available at Little Riggs, HOME and Nataz Restaurant - North Branford
The most romantic restaurant in Branford is Nataz Restaurant - North Branford
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