There’s a new hot spot in New Haven, but you might drive past it without blinking.
This small, waterside gem is located within the Pequonnock Yacht Club in the tranquil City Point neighborhood of New Haven. It’s housed in the building that was formerly City Point Kitchen, just in front of Shell & Bones, and is the pride and joy of restaurateur couple Larry Wang and Bilian “Nia” Chen.
Despite having what may be the most progressive omakase menu in the state, Little Lotus is deeply rooted in history. So, if you enjoy things delicacies like sea urchin, O-toro, A5 Japanese wagyu beef, foie gras…and blow torches… keep on reading.
After well over a decade serving traditional carnitas and Mexican street food on Bridgeport’s State Street, owner and lifelong taquero, Gil Salvador Perez Hurtado, is shutting down shop at his beloved Super Taqueria Las Salsas. October 19, 2025 will be the final service day for the legendary taqueria which, if you read our story in 2024, began first as a low-key pop up out of Hurtado’s apartment, then became one of the state’s more popular food trucks, before he moved it to a brick-and-mortar location.
Last week I had the opportunity and privilege to attend the opening dinner at the newly opened Omakase Westport Restaurant at 45 Saugatuck Avenue in Westport. The vision of Chef Edwin comes to fruition in an incredibly intimate setting. Renowned for his ability to seamlessly blend traditional Japanese techniques with modern flavors and innovative presentations, Chef delivers a memorable experience.
With decades of experience in prestigious New York City establishments including Sushi of Gari, Nobu, and Tender at the Sanctuary Hotel, Edwin has honed his craft to perfection. His most recent endeavors includes spearheading the sushi program at TerraSole Ristorante in Ridgefield, CT, and showcasing his talent at Omakase in New Fairfield.
In collaboration with TerraSole owner Scott Yandrasevich, Chef Edwin is introducing his unique Omakase offerings to the local community, sourcing the finest seafood from Japan and fresh local catches. His passion for the art of sushi, combining the traditional with the modern, and dedication to excellence promise to delight and inspire all who visit Omakase Westport.
As summer dwindles down in Connecticut, lobster rolls are out, tacos are in. At least that’s the case at the South Norwalk’s Metro-North station’s eastbound side. When the vacant space where LobsterCraft once slung rolls, lobster mac, and bisque, is now home to Tacos 203, a spinoff of Taco Guy. Owner Adrian Hurtado, who started his Taco Guy brand, first as a successful food truck, then a brick-and-mortar in Norwalk’s Wall Street area in 2023, snagged the train station spot by putting in an application bid for it with the Norwalk Parking Authority, not knowing whether he’d get it or not.
In a state known for its culinary diversity, sushi stands out as a favorite dining experience. And an experience it is. Sushi chefs put on a show, using the absolute freshest ingredients possible with the most precise techniques to craft their creations in full view of awe-struck patrons. Across Connecticut, sushi restaurants range from sleek omakase counters to casual family-owned spots. Sashimi, nigiri, maki, chirashi, poke bowls - all can be found in this county-by-county guide to the top sushi restaurants in the state. Mix your wasabi and soy, and get those chopsticks ready to discover where in CT the art of sushi truly shines. Please note that many of these restaurants close between lunch and dinner, so make sure to check the website for hours.
