Good Eats on the Cheap

The CT Ambassadors are on the hunt for the best-tasting bargain-priced meals in the state. Here's a list from the fanatic foodies at CTEatsOut.com.

In my search for quality lunch spots in Connecticut, I began a quest for fast casual restaurants that satisfied my stomach- and my wallet. I wanted restaurants where you could sit down for a quick bite, or order your food to go, and that offer large servings or the ability to get multiple items for under $10. Here are a handful of my finds.

Featuring: City of Hartford | City of New Britain | City of Waterbury | Mamoun's Falafel Restaurant | Town of Wethersfield | Valencia Luncheria

Celebrating Cultures and Cuisines in Connecticut

Connecticut is rich with different world cultures. Although the state has one of the largest Italian-American populations per capita in the United States, you’ll also find Puerto Rican, Portuguese, Jamaican, Indian, Polish and Chinese communities here. And if you’re looking for ways to experience international culture and cuisine, here are some suggestions on local communities, celebrations and restaurants that serve up the best in taste and tradition.

Featuring: Arethusa al tavolo | Bamboo Asian Cuisine | Barracuda Bistro & Bar | Black Bamboo | Bufalina | Carbone's Ristorante | Casona | Cava Restaurant | City of Bridgeport | City of Danbury | City of Hartford | City of Milford | City of New Britain | City of New Haven | City of Norwalk | City of Waterbury | Coromandel Cuisine of India | East Side Restaurant | Formosa | Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana - New Haven | House of Naan Indian Kitchen & Bar | Illiano's Grill - Niantic | Jade Garden | Mambo Bar & Restaurant | Mecha Noodle Bar | Mirch Masala, Cuisine of India | Miya's Sushi | Modern Apizza | Polish National Home | Sally's Apizza | Soul de Cuba Café | Staropolska Restaurant | Suso Latino Basket | Tangiers | The Dutch Epicure Shop | Town of New Canaan | Town of Newington | Town of North Haven | Town of Southington | Town of Stratford | Town of Vernon | Valencia Luncheria

Locals Love: Norwalk

Welcome to another Connecticut town spotlight from our Locals Love series! We've gathered lots of inspiring ideas from local "insiders" of things to do in Norwalk — the best of the town from those who know it best. These  recommendations came from millennials and boomers, singles and couples, young families and empty nesters — all living in Norwalk for anywhere from 5 to 45 years. So if you want to experience Norwalk like a local, check out the suggestions below for starters. Then visit Discover Norwalk for even more ideas.

Featuring: Burger Bar & Bistro | Calf Pasture & Shady Beach | City of Norwalk | Courtyard by Marriott - Norwalk | DoubleTree by Hilton - Norwalk | Hotel Zero Degrees Norwalk | Match | Mecha Noodle Bar | Norwalk Inn & Conference Center | Norwalk WPA Murals | Pedego SoNo Electric Bikes | Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Harbor Tour | SoNo Harbor Deli & Cafe | SoNo Nightlife | SoNo Seaport Seafood | Stew Leonard's Norwalk | The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk | The Spread | Valencia Luncheria | Washington Prime (Norwalk)