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Bailey’s Backyard – Ridgefield, Connecticut
Editor’s Review July 2026 Farm-to-table American on Bailey Avenue, a few steps off Main Street. We’ve never had a bad meal here — the kitchen is remarkably consistent. A bit pricey, but not terrible for what you get. The restaurant itself is quite small; the outdoor seating makes up for the lack of space inside.…
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Jaipore Xpress – Ridgefield, Connecticut
Editor’s Review July 2026 Quick-casual Indian just off Main Street on Bailey Avenue, with a cheerful patio out front. The food is wonderful — fragrant, flavorful, and true to its roots. Portions are large; two people can easily split a single dish and leave happy. Reader Reviews Been here? Share your experience
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Southwest Cafe – Ridgefield, Connecticut
Editor’s Review July 2026 A Ridgefield standby for Southwestern cooking, under the big red awning in the center of town. The food is quite good — flavorful and consistent — and the prices are reasonable. They make the most of their outdoor seating, though the patio itself is on the small side, so a table…
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The Breakers
I absolutely loved this hotel. It really lived up to its reputation! Reader Reviews Been here? Share your experience
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American Social – Boca Raton, Florida
Surprisingly good. An eclectic mix of flavors. Great happy hour bargains.
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Lynora’s – Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Never disappoints. Excellent Italian food, lively bar, great service, great location, large outdoor seating, and affordable prices. Fair warning: it’s perpetually packed at meal ti
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Stage Kitchen & Bar – Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Excellent Indian cuisine. Wonderful service. One caveat: the indoors often smells smoky.
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Avocado Cantina – Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Excellent Mexican food. Great location in an upscale outdoor mall, with great outdoor seating. Live music Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
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Del Pesto – Jupiter, Florida
An amazing find, tucked away in a modest strip mall. Neither the indoor nor the outdoor seating is amazing — but the food is. I’ve had most of the menu and nothing disappoints.
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Il Fornaio – Del Mar, California
Fabulous Italian food, amazing ocean views, and surprisingly affordable. Fair warning: packed on a weekend night.