American restaurant
Bedford Hall
Bedford Hall is a craft kitchen and bar on Bedford Street in downtown Stamford. Its menu includes brick-oven pizzas and burgers, accompanied by craft beer, with dining and takeout ordering information on the…
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Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Thai restaurant
Bedford Thai
Bedford Thai serves Thai dishes on Bedford Street, including curries, noodle and rice dishes, soups and salads. The menu also lists chef specialties such as seafood preparations and duck curry.
Coffee roaster and café
BonJo Coffee Roasters
Bonjo Coffee Roasters combines a café and roasted-coffee shop at 345 Elm Street in Stamford. Its operator website offers coffee, brewing products and café visiting information.
Bar and grill restaurant
Bradford's Grill and Tavern
Bradford’s Grill & Tavern is a Bedford Street pub serving burgers, sandwiches, tacos, pizza and other casual dishes. The venue has sports televisions, darts, a patio and an upstairs space available for private…
Latin American restaurant
Brasitas
Brasitas serves Nuevo Latino cooking at 954 East Main Street in Stamford. Its operator describes Latin-fusion dishes, a bar and catering, with separate location information for this restaurant and its Norwalk…
Sports bar
Brick House Bar and Grill
Brick House Bar and Grill is a family-owned Bedford Street sports bar serving comfort food and craft beer. The venue also advertises karaoke, live music, darts and games; consult its current calendar before making…
Independent shops worth exploring
Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Formal dress boutique
A Step Ahead
A Step Ahead is a High Ridge Road boutique specializing in prom and formal dresses. Visits are by appointment; contact the shop to arrange a fitting and ask about its current selection.
Specialty foods store
Aapnar Bazar
Aapnar Bazar is a Bangladeshi grocery on Spruce Street. Its selection includes meat and poultry, vegetables, spices, rice, flour and frozen flatbreads alongside other South Asian pantry staples.
Piano showroom
Allegro Pianos
Allegro Pianos has its Stamford showroom and headquarters at 1068 Long Ridge Road. Its operator presents grand, upright, digital and pre-owned pianos, alongside piano-care and music-lesson information.
Custom framing shop
Art of Framing
Art of Framing is a custom framing shop on High Ridge Road. It offers frame, matting and glazing choices for artwork, memorabilia and heirlooms, along with in-store design and framing repair services.
Antique store
Avery & Dash Collections
Avery & Dash Collections offers antiques, furniture, decorative accessories, lighting, fine art and jewelry at its Stamford showroom on Jefferson Street. Explore the business website for current collections and…
Nursery and gardening store
Designs By Lee
Designs by Lee is a garden center and nursery on Interlaken Road. Shoppers can browse trees, shrubs, houseplants, pottery, seeds, soils, birding supplies and seasonal decorations; the business also offers landscape…
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Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Irish cultural organization and event venue
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Stamford Ancient Order of Hibernians is an Irish American cultural and fraternal organization at 186 Greyrock Place in Stamford. Its official website provides membership, event calendar, banquet-hall rental and contact…
Dance and performing arts school
Locust Performing Arts Center
Locust Performing Arts Center at 2770 Summer Street, second floor, in Stamford teaches dance to children and adults. Its operator lists ballet, jazz, tap, hip-hop and other classes, with performance opportunities and…
History museum
Stamford History Center
Stamford History Center at 1508 High Ridge Road presents local-history exhibitions and community programs. Its operator provides exhibit, event, membership and visitor-contact information.
Museum and library
Ukrainian Museum and Library of Stamford
The Ukrainian Museum and Library of Stamford at 161 Glenbrook Road holds Ukrainian art, literature and archives. Its operator provides museum and library visiting information, exhibitions and contact details for…
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