Danbury is located in Fairfield County Connecticut and is one of the state's larger cities. Although it is a city by size, it still retains the feel of a quaint New England town with historic buildings and a thriving Main Street. Danbury offers many eateries for a diner to choose from including national chains and one-of-a-kind local destinations.
A fairly large city, Danbury hosts a wide variety of national chain restaurants that will be familiar to the average diner. Applebee's, Bennigan's, Friendly's, Chili's, Ruby Tuesday, Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Pizzeria Uno and Outback Steakhouse all have franchises in town. The Danbury Fair Mall, the largest mall in Connecticut, is home to a food court boasting over 10 different eateries, from Starbucks to Sbarro. A variety of fast-food options like KFC and Burger King are also available throughout the city.
Danbury is a cultured destination that offers a selection of dining options with unique features.
Two Steps Downtown Grille is located in the heart of Danbury in an historic firehouse. The shell of a full-size genuine fire engine hangs from the ceiling on the second floor. Boots decorate the ceiling on the first floor, a reminder of the restaurant's annual boot contest in which patrons decorate and vote on creative western footwear designs. They offer a diverse Tex-Mex menu with a full bar.
Two Steps Downtown Grille
5 Ives St.
Danbury CT 06810
(203) 794-0032
ciaocateringtwosteps.com/
The Sesame Seed is housed in a vintage Victorian home, reminiscent of old New England. The menu generally focuses on healthy, signature dishes with a Mediterranean flair. The decor inside could best be described as eclectic. You might think you've wandered into an old curiosities shop upon first arrival.
The Sesame Seed
68 W. Wooster St.
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 743-9850
sesameseedrestaurant.com/
Kabuki is a Japanese steakhouse featuring hibachi grills and a large sushi menu. Tuesdays and Thursdays they host a karaoke night in the bar and lounge.
Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse
39 Lake Ave. Ext.
Danbury, CT 06811
(203) 744-6885
Kabuki-house.com
Molly Darcy's is a large Irish pub with a menu full of traditional Irish fare. They have a lively weekend crowd and often host live bands.
Molly Darcy's Irish Pub & Restaurant
39A Mill Plain Rd.
Danbury CT 06811
(203) 794-0449
mollydarcy.com
Taj Palace offers a wide selection of Indian cuisine. Their large variety of vegetarian selections make this an ideal spot to dine for non-meat eaters.
Taj Palace
24 Mill Plain Rd.
Danbury, CT 06811
(203) 744-5224
tajpalaceindianrestaurant.com
New Sorrento is a family-owned Italian restaurant with a bevy of classic Italian menu items. They have a great pizza pie selection and rotating daily specials.
The New Sorrento
32 Newtown Rd.
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 748-1322
