Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport

Name: Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport
Address: 540 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT, United States, 06880
Telephone: (203) 221-1002
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1469 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Charming
Child-friendly

Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport, CT offers private and festive Igloo dining, as well as comfortable and inviting indoor dining. The restaurant combines a warm urban environment and genuine hospitality with market-fresh fish, it's Lobster Shack lobster rolls that were recently voted Westport's best, our signature crab cake, a raw bar, prime steaks, pasta, and Neapolitan wood-fired pizza. Rizzuto's focuses on seasonal ingredients, simple preparations and great value. Rizzuto’s is a community driven restaurant and gathering destination for everyone to enjoy a great dining experience.
Located in the Saugatuck neighborhood of Westport, CT Rizzuto’s is across from the Saugatuck River. The restaurant boasts a large bar and lounge and the main dining room features an open kitchen and a grand stone fireplace. A large patio overlooks the Saugatuck neighborhood and the tranquil river.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Steak
Hours of Operation
Brunch & Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(203) 221-1002
Website
http://www.rizzutos.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Mariano Flores
Catering
Rizzuto's is available for private and semi-private functions and may be reserved in full or in part for your gathering. Off-premise catering is also offered. For more information please email catering@rizzutos.com.
Private party facilities
Indoor private dining events are available for up to 150 guests.

Location
540 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT 06880
Area
Westport
Cross Street
Bridge Street
Parking details
Private Parking
Entertainment
Rizzuto's bar was voted Best of the Gold Coast for it's happy hour.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

BruschettaUSD 11.00
semolina bread, melted gorgonzola, heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
New England Clam ChowderUSD 10.00
traditional oyster crackers
Burrata CapreseUSD 13.00
baby heirloom and vine-ripened tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic reduction, fresh basil, sea salt
Steamed Mussels*USD 13.00
plum tomatoes, white wine, garlic, parsley, basil, semolina crostini
Meatballs al FornoUSD 11.00
pecorino romano and melted fresh mozzarella, marinara sauce
Point Judith Calamari FrittiUSD 15.00
with hot peppers, marinara, garlic aioli
Wood-Fired Chicken Wings*USD 14.00
hot or fig-barbeque, celery, gorgonzola dip
Stuffed Garlic BaguetteUSD 8.00
mozzarella, boursin, pecorino, roasted garlic, marinara
Bill's Crab Cake*
Maryland style with jumbo lump blue crabmeat, remoulade sauce
- MKT
Antipasto PlatterUSD 19.00
parmigiano, Baley Hazen blue, prosciutto, finocchiona, chickpea puree, olives, roasted peppers

Raw Bar Selections

Little Neck Clams
- 1/2 dzUSD 15.00
Blue Point Oysters
- 1/2 dzUSD 18.00
Colossal Shrimp Cocktail
- eachUSD 5.00

Greens & Bowls

Summer Vegetable BowlUSD 20.00
organic baby kale, warm quinoa and wild rice, charred corn, tomatoes, avocado, roasted broccolini, roasted chick peas, feta, green godess dressing
Gorgonzola Chopped SaladUSD 11.00
romaine, tomatoes, salami, red onion, olives, cucumber, balsamic vinaigrette
- EntreeUSD 16.00
Organic Baby ArugulaUSD 10.00
goat cheese, toasted pecans, grape tomatoes, fresh pear, balsamic vinaigrette
- EntreeUSD 15.00
CaesarUSD 10.00
romaine, cherry tomatoes, garlic croutons, parmigiano reggiano
- EntreeUSD 15.00
CobbUSD 17.00
mesclun, romaine, tomato, egg, gorgonzola, bacon, avocado, ranch dressing

Salad Additions*

Chicken BreastUSD 6.00
SalmonUSD 10.00
ShrimpUSD 9.00
SteakUSD 10.00
Maine Lobster MeatUSD 24.00

Pasta Kitchen

Sauce

VodkaUSD 19.00
PomodoroUSD 16.00
Pesto CreamUSD 19.00
White ClamUSD 28.00
MarinaraUSD 16.00
BologneseUSD 22.00
Aglio e OlioUSD 16.00

Pasta

PenneUSD 2.00
SpaghettiUSD 2.00
LinguineUSD 2.00
Gluten Free PenneUSD 2.00
Fresh PappardelleUSD 2.00
Hand-Made Three-Cheese RavioliUSD 5.00
CavatelliUSD 2.00

Protein*

Italian Sausage LinksUSD 5.00
ShrimpUSD 9.00
MeatballsUSD 6.00
Wood-Grilled ChickenUSD 6.00

Veggies

BroccoliUSD 2.00
SpinachUSD 2.00
MushroomsUSD 2.00
OnionsUSD 2.00
Hot Cherry PeppersUSD 2.00
AsparagusUSD 4.00

Main Plates

Pan-Roasted Organic Chicken*USD 26.00
half semi-boneless organic chicken, garlic mashed potatoes, broccoli, rosemary, roasted red pepper jus
Piatti Parmigiana*
herb panko, mozzarella, spaghetti, marinara
- ChickenUSD 23.00
- Eggplant: with StracciatellaUSD 21.00
Chicken Marsala*USD 25.00
wild mushrooms, marsala wine-butter sauce, spaghetti
Prime New York Steak*USD 44.00
wood-grilled, 14 ounces, aged certified Angus, asparagus, garlic mashed potatoes
Wood-Grilled Salmon*USD 29.00
smoky apple cider-bourbon glaze, broccolini, whipped cauliflower
Fish and ChipsUSD 24.00
ale batter-dipped haddock, shoestring fries, house-made slaw, classic tartar sauce
Steakhouse Burger*USD 16.00
Boston lettuce, beefsteak tomato, sliced onion, brioche bun, with fries, pickle and slaw
Our Famous Lobster Roll*USD 30.00
warm CT style with melted butter or chilled Maine style lobster salad atop Boston lettuce on a butter-toasted brioche bun, served with fries, slaw and pickle
- King Size with 1/2 Pound of MeatUSD 49.00

Wood-Fired Pizza

MargheritaUSD 16.00
tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil
FunghiUSD 17.00
wild mushrooms, roasted garlic, bacon, baby arugula, mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil
Fig Barbequed ChickenUSD 17.00
fig-infused barbeque sauce, caramelized onions, hot cherry peppers, mozzarella, cilantro
Prosciutto ArugulaUSD 17.00
fresh mozzarella, shaved parmigiano, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic
VegetarianaUSD 17.00
cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, sauteed onions, broccoli, garlic confit, ricotta, mozzarella, parmigiano
AsanteUSD 17.00
meatballs, fresh ricotta, mozzarella, tomato sauce, pecorino, basil
Pizza AmericanaUSD 15.00
cheese pie with tomato sauce, mozzarella

Wines

full bottle list available upon request

Dry Sparkling

Prosecco, Brut, Franco Amoroso, VenetoUSD 11.00
Chandon, Brut, Napa
- SplitUSD 15.00

Sweet White

Riesling, Pacific Rim, Columbia ValleyUSD 9.00

Lighter Intensity White

Pinot Grigio, Vicolo, Delle VenezieUSD 9.00
Gavi, La Scolca, PiedmontUSD 12.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Oyster Bay, MarlboroughUSD 10.00

Fuller Intensity White

Sancere, Paul Prieur et Fills, Loire ValleyUSD 16.00
Chardonnay, Black Stallion, Estate, Napa ValleyUSD 12.00

Rose

Fleurs de Prairie, LanguedocUSD 12.00

Lighter Intensity Red

Pinot Noir, Kenwood, Yulupa, CaliforniaUSD 10.00
Pinot Noir, Firesteed Vineyards, OregonUSD 12.00
Malbec, Reserve, Diseno, MendozaUSD 10.00

Fuller Intensity Red

Chianti Classico, Tenuta Renieri, TuscanyUSD 12.00
Super Tuscan, Tenuta Renieri, "Invetro", TuscanyUSD 11.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Bonanza, Wagner Family, CaliforniaUSD 12.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Vineyards, Alexander ValleyUSD 14.00

Draft Beer

Whalers | Rise, APA, Rhode Island (5.5%)USD 8.00
Sierra Nevada | Hazy Little Thing IPA, CA (6.7%)USD 8.00
Allagash | White, ME (5.2%)USD 8.00
Peroni | Italy (4.7%)USD 8.00
Kona Brewing | Big Wave Golden Ale, Kona (4.4%)USD 8.00

Bottles & Cans of Beer

Bud LightUSD 5.00
BudweiserUSD 5.00
Coors LightUSD 5.00
Mich UltraUSD 5.00
Woodchuck Hard CiderUSD 6.00
Amstel LightUSD 6.00
CoronaUSD 6.00
Corona LightUSD 6.00
Guinness
- CanUSD 7.00
HeinekenUSD 6.00
PeroniUSD 6.00
Athletic Brewing Company, Golden Ale (N/A)
- CanUSD 7.00
Athletic Brewing Company, Run Wild IPA (N/A)
- CanUSD 7.00

Hard Seltzer

White Claw, Black Cherry, MangoUSD 7.00

Specialty Cocktails

Pineapple Dark and StormyUSD 13.00
pineapple juice, ginger beer, Gosling's dark rum
The OG Mai TaiUSD 14.00
house-infused pineapple rum, Captain Morgan spiced rum, house-made secret mai tai mix, Meyers floater, grenadine splash
Pear MartiniUSD 14.00
Absolut pear and elderflower, pear puree, lemon juice, splash citrus vodka, fresh pear
Malibu on the BayouUSD 13.00
peach schnapps, Malibu rum, pineapple juice, splash blue curacoa
Deluxe Old FashionedUSD 14.00
Bulleit bourbon or rye, bitters, orange twist, Luxardo cherries
Summer CosmoUSD 13.00
white cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, citrus vodka, blue curacao, lime wedge
Mezcal PuristUSD 13.00
muddled lime, fresh agave, lime juice, mescal
Pomegranate SparklerUSD 13.00
prosecco, elderflower liquor, pomegranate juice, lime twist
Black Walnut Old Fashioned or ManhattanUSD 14.00
Maker's Mark bourbon, muddled Luxardo cherries, black walnut bitters, orange zest
Huckleberry LemonadeUSD 13.00
44 North huckleberry potato vodka, lemonade, splash club soda, lemon wheel
Mediterranean MuleUSD 13.00
fig vodka, fresh lime juice, pomegranate juice, ginger beer, lime
Tito's MuleUSD 13.00
ginger beer, fresh lime juice
Raspberry LemondropUSD 13.00
citrus vodka, house-made lemonade, raspberry puree, sugar rim, fresh lemon
Passion Fruit BelliniUSD 13.00
prosecco, Chinola passion fruit liqueur

Sangria

Mixed Berry White
white wine, seasonal berries, prosecco
- GlassUSD 11.00
- PitcherUSD 24.00
The Perfect Red
mixed fresh fruit, prosecco
- GlassUSD 11.00
- PitcherUSD 24.00

Luxury Mocktails

Pomegranate StormUSD 8.00
cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, ginger beer, fresh lime juice, cranberry, lime
Blood Orange Italian SodaUSD 6.00
Pellegrino sparkling water, blood orange puree

The Classics

ManhattanUSD 12.00
crafted with Carpano Antica sweet vermouth and Luxardo cherry
MartiniUSD 12.00
queen olives or freshly peeled lemon zest

What 1,469 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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Child-friendly
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Seafood
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Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant in Westport offers a menu filled with "delicious seafood," "fresh oysters," and expertly crafted wood-fired pizzas. The unique igloo dining experience adds a cozy touch, and guests praise the "attentive service" and "warm atmosphere." Ideal for family gatherings, it's a "lovely dining experience" with reliable quality.

1,469 Reviews

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Whatevs
VIP
New York City
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Surprisingly great food. The crab cakes and clams casino are especially good. Great cocktails. The igloos are a really fun and festive vibe. Service has always been great and attentive, but Andrea, in particular, adds her vibrant personality and impeccable service to make it feel like a party.
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Cornelia
VIP
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are in an igloo that had 2 heaters so it was warm our server, Angela. Was amazing She took very prompt care of all our needs She was extremely accommodating to all our special orders and kept the drinks flowing Most importantly our cappuccinos were really decaffeinated!! She did it with a smile and warm vibe even though it was 25 degrees!!! A definite repeat visit soon
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James
VIP
New York City
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great meal at Rizzuto and our waitress Alexandria is the best!
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Gail
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great lunch with family. Igloo was a nice experience
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Nancy
VIP
New York City
114 reviews
4.0
114 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The crab cakes are the real deal. All crab. No fillers. The linguini and clams is so fresh. I felt I was on the Amalfi coast. Just the right amount and not drowning in broth or butter. Perfect. Cocktails well done and service attentive and knowledgeable. Seafood is fresh and well cooked. Having the wood burning option really lends to the flavor of the foods and differentiation. The igloos are great for winter outdoor dining too. Cozy and private
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Angelica
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waiter was great talking about service but the only trouble we had was when I made the reservation no body told me that the kitchen close early so when we arrive to the restaurant the time to order was 5 min cause the kitchen was about to close but everything else was fine
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Ren
New York City
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 30 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A nice place to take the family and kids. The wood pizza oven is grand and also the the outdoor igloos. I think it’s a place best for pizza even they have seafood and oysters
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Thomas
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 28 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love rizzotos - always welcoming, warm, and reliably good food with good kids menu too.
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Jeffrey
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent salmon and swordfish. Delicious eggplant parm and chicken Marsala. Great pizza. Beautiful holiday decor.
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Barbara
New York City
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Upon walking in, the restaurant is very nice and the fireplace is beautiful. It was very nicely decorated but let’s talk about the food. Order oysters and we did not like them the taste was add, I wouldn’t order them again. The calamari was good the portion was on the smaller size however they were priced accordingly. We also order the lobster roll with was good but I won’t say it was amazing. All of the food came out super fast, the appetizers came out with our drinks and 10 minutes later our entrails were out. We were literally at the restaurant for not even 40 minutes. We drove all the way from NJ because of the great reviews.
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FAQs

Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 221-1002.

Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport is rated 4.7 stars by 1469 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

21 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport

540 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT 06880

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Bridge Street
Area
Westport
Hours of Operation
Brunch & Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mariano Flores
Entertainment
Rizzuto's bar was voted Best of the Gold Coast for it's happy hour.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rizzutos.com/
Phone number
(203) 221-1002
Catering
Rizzuto's is available for private and semi-private functions and may be reserved in full or in part for your gathering. Off-premise catering is also offered. For more information please email catering@rizzutos.com.
Private party facilities
Indoor private dining events are available for up to 150 guests.

Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Bill's Crab Cake

Our Famous Lobster Roll

Bruschetta

Starters

BruschettaUSD 11.00

New England Clam ChowderUSD 10.00

Burrata CapreseUSD 13.00

Steamed Mussels*USD 13.00

Meatballs al FornoUSD 11.00

Point Judith Calamari FrittiUSD 15.00

Wood-Fired Chicken Wings*USD 14.00

Stuffed Garlic BaguetteUSD 8.00

Bill's Crab Cake*

Antipasto PlatterUSD 19.00

Raw Bar Selections

Little Neck Clams

Blue Point Oysters

Colossal Shrimp Cocktail

Greens & Bowls

Summer Vegetable BowlUSD 20.00

Gorgonzola Chopped SaladUSD 11.00

Organic Baby ArugulaUSD 10.00

CaesarUSD 10.00

CobbUSD 17.00

Salad Additions*

Chicken BreastUSD 6.00

SalmonUSD 10.00

ShrimpUSD 9.00

SteakUSD 10.00

Maine Lobster MeatUSD 24.00

Pasta Kitchen

Sauce

VodkaUSD 19.00

PomodoroUSD 16.00

Pesto CreamUSD 19.00

White ClamUSD 28.00

MarinaraUSD 16.00

BologneseUSD 22.00

Aglio e OlioUSD 16.00

Pasta

PenneUSD 2.00

SpaghettiUSD 2.00

LinguineUSD 2.00

Gluten Free PenneUSD 2.00

Fresh PappardelleUSD 2.00

Hand-Made Three-Cheese RavioliUSD 5.00

CavatelliUSD 2.00

Protein*

Italian Sausage LinksUSD 5.00

ShrimpUSD 9.00

MeatballsUSD 6.00

Wood-Grilled ChickenUSD 6.00

Veggies

BroccoliUSD 2.00

SpinachUSD 2.00

MushroomsUSD 2.00

OnionsUSD 2.00

Hot Cherry PeppersUSD 2.00

AsparagusUSD 4.00

Main Plates

Pan-Roasted Organic Chicken*USD 26.00

Piatti Parmigiana*

Chicken Marsala*USD 25.00

Prime New York Steak*USD 44.00

Wood-Grilled Salmon*USD 29.00

Fish and ChipsUSD 24.00

Steakhouse Burger*USD 16.00

Our Famous Lobster Roll*USD 30.00

Wood-Fired Pizza

MargheritaUSD 16.00

FunghiUSD 17.00

Fig Barbequed ChickenUSD 17.00

Prosciutto ArugulaUSD 17.00

VegetarianaUSD 17.00

AsanteUSD 17.00