Chaplin

Name: Chaplin
Address: 427 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT, United States, 06484
Telephone: (203) 538-5045
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

227 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Hot spot

We wanted the best possible quality meat program, seafood towers overflowing with oysters, clams, shrimp, and mussels, and the kind of cocktails that are impossible to get sick of, all in a beautifully designed, unique space. And we wanted it not in New York – we want it right here in Shelton, CT. Enter Chaplin.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 538-5045
Website
https://www.chaplindowntown.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
427 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT 06484
Area
Shelton
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Happy Hour 4-6pm, Tuesday-Friday

Popular dishes

Oysters*
French Kiss - NB, Copps Island - CT, Fisher Island- NY
- MP
Little Neck Clams (6)*USD 12.00
Seafood Tower*USD 55.00
Oysters (8), Clams (6), Shrimp (3), Seafood Salad
Grand Seafood Tower*USD 100.00
Oysters (12), Clams (12), Shrimp (6), Seafood Salad, Salmon Crudo
Salmon CrudoUSD 12.50
Fermented Fresno, Sesame oil, Citrus
Shrimp Cocktail (3)USD 12.50

Brunch

Slab BaconUSD 8.50
Maple Gastrique, Fresno Chili
Buttermilk BiscuitUSD 6.50
Gruyere, Rosemary, Herb Butter
Potato PaveUSD 8.00
1 Fried Egg, Mornay Sauce
Brioche French ToastUSD 13.00
HoneyCrisp Apple, Butterscotch, Oat Streusel, Chantilly
Smoked Salmon BenedictUSD 16.00
Poached Eggs, Hollandaise, Capers, Onions, Chives, Side of Hash
Slab Bacon BenedictUSD 15.00
Poached Eggs, Hollandaise, Arugula, Tomatoes, Side of Hash
Brunch BurgerUSD 18.50
Slab Bacon, Fried Egg, Hollandaise, Arugula, French Fries
Steak & EggsUSD 26.00
8oz Hanger Steak, 2 Fried Eggs, French Fries, Green Chimichurri
Sweet Potato HashUSD 16.00
House Made Sausage, Fried Egg, Fennel, Peppers
Fresh FruitUSD 8.00
Burnt Honey Yogurt, Granola
Buttermilk PancakesUSD 8.00
Maple Butter, Syrup

Sides

Two EggsUSD 6.00
Potato PaveUSD 8.00
FriesUSD 6.00
Slab BaconUSD 7.50
Sweet Potato HashUSD 8.00
FruitUSD 4.00

Appetizers

Steak Tartare*USD 14.00
Capers, Shallot, Mustard Seed
Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 10.00
Apple Cider Glaze, Sunflower Seed, Goat Cheese
Bone MarrowUSD 12.00
Confit Garlic, Calabrian Chili, Beech Mushrooms
Grilled AsparagusUSD 8.00
Black Garlic Aioli, Lemon Zest
Kale Caesar
Anchovies, Garlic Bread Crumbs
- Side SaladUSD 12.00
- To ShareUSD 18.00
Steamed MusselsUSD 14.50
Chorizo, Fregola, Lobster Broth
French Onion SoupUSD 9.00
Gruyere Cheese, Sourdough Croutons
Homemade Meatballs (3)USD 12.00
Tomato Sauce, Ricotta
Bibb SaladUSD 12.00
Buttermilk Parmesan, Garden Vegetables, House Croutons
Crispy Polenta FriesUSD 8.00
Black Truffle Aioli
Burrata SaladUSD 14.00
Smoked Tomato, Arugula, Asparagus, Balsamic, Croutons

Entrees

Faroe Island SalmonUSD 28.00
Cara Cara Oranges, Fennel, Citrus Beurre blanc, Fingerlings
Charred OctopusUSD 32.00
Ajo Blanco, Gigante Beans, Watercress
Wild Mushroom RisottoUSD 26.00
Charred Tomatoes, Piquillo Puree, Crispy Garlic
Linguini & Little Neck ClamsUSD 28.00
Parsley & Garlic Gremolata, Chopped Clams
Roasted Duck BreastUSD 36.00
Potato Pave, Sauteed Mushroooms, Sour Cherry Jus

Butcher's Box

Sauces $2: Gorgonzola Dolce Butter, Demi Glace, Green Chimichurri, Chaplin Steak Sauce

16oz Berkshire Porkchop*USD 35.00
14oz NY Strip*USD 45.00
10oz Filet Tenderloin*USD 45.00
16oz Dry-Aged Ribeye*USD 65.00
32oz Dry-Aged Porterhouse for Two*USD 115.00
Butcher's Feast*USD 85.00
8oz Hanger Steak, 16oz Pork Loin, Half Chicken, Salad, French Fries
Surf & Turf*USD 105.00
10oz Ribeye, Sauteed Shrimp (6) & Clams (6), Salad & French Fries

Sides

Mushrooms
Truffle Fries
Asparagus
Mixed Salad
Pork Belly Mac + Cheese

Desserts

Chocolate CheesecakeUSD 12.00
Cocoa Nib Streusel, Hazelnuts, Chantilly
Vanilla SemifreddoUSD 10.00
Honey Crisp Apple, Oat Crumble, Caramel
Fresh FruitUSD 8.00
Mini Doughnuts, Meyer Lemon Curd

What 227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Connecticut
Good for special occasions
Connecticut
Seafood
Fairfield
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chaplin is a charming NYC-style venue in Shelton, offering a delightful American menu. Guests rave about the "fantastic food" and "excellent service," with standout drinks like the martini and Bees Knees. The decor is "trendy beautiful," enhancing the dining experience. Despite occasional wait times, the ambiance and friendly staff make it a "must return" spot for many.

227 Reviews

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Steve
New York City
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All Great!!!! Loved it!!! The best dinner since they opened!!!!
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Michelle
New York City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love Chaplin. Not sure if this was an off night, but our food took two hours to get to our table. I am guessing our waitress forgot to put the order in, but one would think that when two employees came to the table to apologize that someone would have at least brought some bread. Food and drinks were great. The heaters on the outside patio either have a “hell” setting or off. Be weary if you are a generally warm warm person.
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MARTHA
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing as usual. I met a friend to celebrate her birthday. It was her first time there and she was impressed. The service was friendly and not rushed. Amanda, our server did an awesome job. The food was delicious. The steak tartar is my favorite, and it did not disappoint. Always a great meal at Chaplin.
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Bethany
New York City
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of our favorite restaurants. We drive from New Haven, where there is a lot of great restaurants but Chaplin is worth the extra drive! The food is excellent! Some of our favorites are the polenta fries, the steak, which is always perfectly cooked, the pork belly Mac and cheese, and the fries are amazing! Every dish is full of flavor and you can tell the chef gave thought into preparing a dish that is well rounded. The ambiance is so fun and the outdoor patio is great anytime of year! The staff is excellent, from the hostess to the wait staff, and the bartenders, they are all so friendly and put their best foot forward every day. Another great thing is their playlist that is fun and young with the right amount of energy. We highly recommend it!
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Scott
New York City
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Chaplain is a nice higher end option in this part of Shelton. The service is always excellent and the food is very good. It's also a great place for having a few cocktails and meeting up with friends at the bar.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very good food and drinks but nothing spectacular. Beautiful space
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Elliott
New York City
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on 20 September 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
We made a reservation for 7pm and were seated right away. We were given menus. We sat there for 15 minutes and no one came to even bring us water or take our drink order. So we left without ever having a glass of water. The only thing anyone said was thank you for coming in tonight. Incredibly disappointing evening.
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Roger
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was good, service was very slow considering they weren’t that busy, lots of empty tables in the dining room and bar area. We’d certainly give them another try as the food was pretty good.
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peter
New York City
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 7 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always have good service and good food when we go to Chaplin !! love the bartender Peter !!
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A. Vandiveer
New York City
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on 7 September 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Went there for lunch on Saturday afternoon. The place was very quiet and yet the service was only okay. Food was excellent. Ambience very good, sort of modern, nothing outstanding. Might try it again on a Friday or Saturday night.
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Chaplin is rated 4.5 stars by 227 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

427 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT 06484

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Shelton
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.chaplindowntown.com/
Phone number
(203) 538-5045

Chaplin

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Happy Hour

Steak & Eggs

Steak Tartare

10oz Filet Tenderloin

Raw Bar

Oysters*

Little Neck Clams (6)*USD 12.00

Seafood Tower*USD 55.00

Grand Seafood Tower*USD 100.00

Salmon CrudoUSD 12.50

Shrimp Cocktail (3)USD 12.50

Brunch

Slab BaconUSD 8.50

Buttermilk BiscuitUSD 6.50

Potato PaveUSD 8.00

Brioche French ToastUSD 13.00

Smoked Salmon BenedictUSD 16.00

Slab Bacon BenedictUSD 15.00

Brunch BurgerUSD 18.50

Steak & EggsUSD 26.00

Sweet Potato HashUSD 16.00

Fresh FruitUSD 8.00

Buttermilk PancakesUSD 8.00

Sides

Two EggsUSD 6.00

Potato PaveUSD 8.00

FriesUSD 6.00

Slab BaconUSD 7.50

Sweet Potato HashUSD 8.00

FruitUSD 4.00

Appetizers

Steak Tartare*USD 14.00

Crispy Brussels SproutsUSD 10.00

Bone MarrowUSD 12.00

Grilled AsparagusUSD 8.00

Kale Caesar

Steamed MusselsUSD 14.50

French Onion SoupUSD 9.00

Homemade Meatballs (3)USD 12.00

Bibb SaladUSD 12.00

Crispy Polenta FriesUSD 8.00

Burrata SaladUSD 14.00

Entrees

Faroe Island SalmonUSD 28.00

Charred OctopusUSD 32.00

Wild Mushroom RisottoUSD 26.00

Linguini & Little Neck ClamsUSD 28.00

Roasted Duck BreastUSD 36.00

Butcher's Box

16oz Berkshire Porkchop*USD 35.00

14oz NY Strip*USD 45.00

10oz Filet Tenderloin*USD 45.00

16oz Dry-Aged Ribeye*USD 65.00

32oz Dry-Aged Porterhouse for Two*USD 115.00

Butcher's Feast*USD 85.00

Surf & Turf*USD 105.00

Sides

Mushrooms

Truffle Fries

Asparagus

Mixed Salad

Pork Belly Mac + Cheese

Desserts

Chocolate CheesecakeUSD 12.00

Vanilla SemifreddoUSD 10.00

Fresh FruitUSD 8.00

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