Best of Ridgefield, CT
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Ridgefield, CT — mapped and organized by category.
About Ridgefield
Ridgefield is a town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, situated in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains and on the New York state border. It had a population of 25,033 as of the 2020 census and is part of the Western Connecticut Planning Region. The town was settled then quickly incorporated by 1709.
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The Benjamin
The Benjamin is a restaurant serving regional cuisine. It is located at 20 West Lane.
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Best Hotels in Ridgefield
3 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
Best Restaurants in Ridgefield
33 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant is located at 296 Ethan Allen Highway.
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Dimitris Diner
Dimitris Diner on 16 Prospect Street offers a mix of American and Greek dishes, including breakfast items and sandwiches.
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Eddie's Pizza & Pasta
Eddie's Pizza & Pasta serves pizza and pasta at 24 Prospect Street.
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Fletch's Bagels
Fletch's Bagels offers a variety of gyros, falafel, burger, wrap, panini, salad, greek, mediterranean, healthy and middle eastern dishes at 91 Danbury Road.
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Flobee's Roadside Stand
Flobee's Roadside Stand serves American cuisine at 680 Danbury Road.
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Heibeck’s Stand
Heibeck’s Stand serves burgers, hot dogs, fries and ice cream in a casual American‑Mexican style at 951 Danbury Road.
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John's Best Pizza
John's Best Pizza serves pizza in a casual setting at 955 Ethan Allen Highway.
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Posa Ristorante & Vineria
Posa Ristorante & Vineria serves Italian cuisine at 90 Danbury Road.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Ridgefield
6 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Queen B Coffee Company
Queen B Coffee Company is a café located at 417 Main Street, offering a range of coffee drinks.
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Tusk & Cup
Tusk & Cup is a café located at 51 Ethan Allen Highway, serving coffee shop fare.
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Corner Cafe of Ridgefield
The Corner Cafe of Ridgefield is located at 622 Main Street. It offers a casual café experience for locals and visitors alike.
Best Things to Do in Ridgefield
7 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, at 258 Main Street, sits in Ridgefield, Connecticut and offers a rotating program of contemporary art exhibitions with no permanent collection.
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Keeler Tavern Museum
Keeler Tavern Museum is an 18th‑century historical building in Ridgefield, Connecticut.
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Ridgefield Guild of Artists
Ridgefield Guild of Artists is located at 34 Halpin Lane.
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Woodcock Nature Center
Woodcock Nature Center is an attraction located at 56 Deer Run Road.
Best Shops in Ridgefield
7 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Books On The Common
Books On The Common is a book shop located at 404 Main Street.
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HERS Modern Boutique
HERS Modern Boutique, a contemporary shop, is located at 448 Main Street.
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Party Depot
Party Depot is a shop located at 98 Danbury Road. It offers party supplies for events of all sizes.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Ridgefield
31 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Mamanasco Lake Boat Launch
Mamanasco Lake Boat Launch is a park located at 48 Mamanasco Road.
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Pierrepont Pond Boat Launch
Pierrepont Pond Boat Launch is a park located at 60 Barlow Mountain Road.
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Bennett's Pond State Park
Bennett's Pond State Park offers a 56‑acre pond and miles of hiking trails through pristine woodland, located in Ridgefield, Connecticut.
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Butterfly Garden
Butterfly Garden is a public park featuring landscaped grounds and areas for visitors to enjoy nature.
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East Ridge Fields
East Ridge Fields is a public green space offering scenic views of the surrounding landscape. It provides walking trails for visitors to explore nature.
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Fairy Garden
The Fairy Garden is a park that offers visitors a tranquil setting to enjoy nature.
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