4 Best Restaurants in Ridgefield, Southwestern Connecticut

Just south of the Ridgefield town line on U.S. 7, you'll see a huge ice cream cone on the roadside marking Heibeck's Stand, where you can choose a made-to-order burger or hot dog with a variety of toppings or a sandwich, Philly cheesesteak, lobster roll, taco, salad---even a house-marinated portobello mushroom "burger." Best of all is the ice cream, which is rich, creamy, and deee-licious—in midsummer, try the fresh peach ice cream.

Hoodoo Brown was a Texas cowboy, but this spot tucked away in the Connecticut hills is a far cry from the Lone Star State. It does, however, have some of the best BBQ in Connecticut and the intoxicating aroma hits you the moment you walk through the door; their smoked meats, cornbread, and fixings have attracted praise from Texas Monthly magazine.

A cozy French bistro set inside a stone building with low ceilings and closely spaced tables, Luc's takes full advantage of its handy location in Ridgefield's iconic downtown. The place charms patrons with carefully prepared food—salade niçoise, croque monsieur, or the classic steak au poivre with a velvety Roquefort sauce and crispy frites—and low-key, friendly service. There's an extensive wine list, plus a range of aperitifs and single-malt whiskies. Enjoy live jazz on some evenings.