A dinner reuniting four dear friends was the special occasion prompting a visit to French standout La Bretagne in Stamford. Forget daytime exterior shots of restaurants for the time being—the autumnal equinox has come and gone and our daylight is decreasing. Daylight or not, a visit to La Bretagne with its delicious food, old-world service… Continue Reading
Author Archives: Philip Innes
Review: 4 stars “Special,” Backstage, Torrington
I have a real weakness for upscale comfort food. The increased popularity of this kind of food just might be the only good thing that came out of 9-11. The term can refer to old standards reimagined, or just executed really well.
What are possible hallmarks of an upscale comfort food menu?[...]… Continue Reading
Ibiza Restaurant, New Haven
5 Stars… Extraordinary
Ibiza Restaurant In New Haven—A Personal Favorite
Restaurant critics aren’t supposed to play favorites… But at some point, as every possible critical plaudit or testimonial of adulation is accrued by Ibiza Restaurant in New Haven, I don’t feel as if I’m revealing a bias in stating that it’s my favorite Connecticut restaurant; rather, I’m joining the groundswell of approval.… Continue Reading