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The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

34 Cannon Road
Wilton, CT 06897

Tucked away in Wilton's quaint Cannondale Village overlooking the babbling Norwalk river, the restaurant is located inside a schoolhouse built just after the civil war in 1872. The completely renovated and stylish interior reflects the elegant and thoughtful cuisine of Chef Tim LaBant whose focus is on searching out the finest ingredients from both local CT farms and exceptionally passionate farmers from around the nation.

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Public Lot
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.5 out of 5 (117 Reviews)

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies (89)
special occasion (75)
neighborhood gem (61)
romantic (46)
notable wine list (23)
great for brunch (15)
scenic view (12)
great for lunch (11)
great for outdoor dining (5)
hot spot (3)
good for groups (2)

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The Schoolhouse at Cannondale Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Overall a great dining experience. The service had that extra care you expect from a top restaurant. The menu was specifically personalized for each group. A well thought through menu with fresh ingredients and expert preparation. one of the best fine dining experiences I had in Fairfield County. We will definitely be back and will bring friends. A delight for organic minded individuals as well!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/15/2010)

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Review 2 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Delightful dinner and wonderful staff. Will go again if ever in that part of the state!"

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/15/2010)

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Review 3 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food is fantastic, wonderful presentation. Small quaint space, but very very noisy, as conversations seem to get louder and louder. Needs some soundproofing on the ceiling. $10 rose wine goes for $40, but I guess that is the standard markup."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 4 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Really lovely spot in an out of the way Wilton location. Young, talented and ambitious chef. Menu has a small selection of entrees but there is something for everyone. The pairings of flavors in the entrees are very different but they combine well and nothing seems to be added just to be "trendy". Service is excellent and the decor is elegantly minimalist. A nice find! We will be back."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/10/2010

(review submitted 03/12/2010)

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Review 5 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was excellent; the service even better. From the moment we arrived, we felt like VIP's. It's a small restaurant, only 36-40 seats +/-, which allows them to focus on a small group. Consequently the service, the quality of the food, the preparation and the presentation were all excellent. We loved it and will definitely return!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/11/2010)

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Review 6 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was the second time that we had dined at The Schoolhouse at Cannondale. The first time we went with friends who recommended the restaurant and we didn't know what to expect. It turned out to be an amazingly sophisticated kitchen in a quaint, relaxed and out of the way location. The choices are not vast, but are interesting and varied. The first time I had duck that was absolutely divine, this time a lamb that was equally wonderful (and I am not even a huge fan of lamb). The beet ravioli appetizer was not what you'd expect, being prepared in a deliciously clever way. The wine list is perfect. The staff is accomodating and attentive in a slightly humorous manner which is refreshing in a restaurant of this caliber. Go and enjoy!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 7 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The best food we have had in years, and we have eaten at some of the best restaurants in Fairfield County. Absolutely wonderful! Served in an attractive, relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere. The flavors were melding in our mouths hours after we ate - so good!! Delightful experience, well worth the expense. We'll be back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/07/2010)

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Review 8 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The ambiance and food was excellent, except for,in one case, of the food. We both ordered the beef entree and in both plates the beef was fatty and worse, gristly. This was surprising because the serving are so small, it doesn't seem as though it would be very hard to control the quality of the beef. Every other thing served was excellent.

The other thing that ruined the "experience" was that an employee, maybe a waiter (?), had two, pro-longed conversations with the adjoining table. He seemed to have a personal relationship with them, outside of the restaurant. This was a problem because the tables are very close and he was talking (literally) over my shoulder. I could not communicate with my wife while he was there."

Special Features: special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/04/2010

(review submitted 03/06/2010)

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Review 9 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I just love Tim's combinations of food. I always try something I've never had before and each time I am amazed!! This is a great night out!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/03/2010)

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Review 10 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderfully fresh, exquisitely prepared food. The beet ravioli was delicious as was the fluke crudo and the braised short ribs. A delicate cheese plate with honey and caramel panna cotta finished off the meal. Superb wine list and fresh bread was to die for. Wait staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. Despite being quite busy on a Saturday evening the place had a romantic atmosphere and the noise level quieted down as the evening wore on (after 8:30). Plan on going back again - perhaps in the summer for an alfresco experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 11 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food at the Schoolhouse was perfection; wonderful flavors and combinations of ingredients. The menu is innovative taking advantage of local growers and everything is artistically presented. The service was mediocre, at best. The noise level was high as the restaurant was full on a Saturday night and it was difficult to hear the conversation at our table. The atmosphere is charming in an old schoolhouse and done in sophisticated, pleasing colors. I would go back, but avoid the weekends to hope for better service and less noise."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 12 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I thought that this restaurant was amazing! Great service, amazing food, beautiful presentation. Also, the setting was so pretty - beautifully decorated! The chef/owner came out to speak to all his guests which was such a special feature of this restaurant and its size makes this possible. We will definitely go back!!! Not to be missed."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/25/2010

(review submitted 02/28/2010)

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Review 13 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"A truly wonderful and creative meal! Perfect portions. Small and intimate setting. Superb attention to detail. Looking forward to our next visit."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/25/2010

(review submitted 02/27/2010)

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Review 14 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"We went to the Schoolhouse for dinner and loved it, so we returned for Valentine's Brunch. Brunch was a disaster. They had a one course $30 prix fixe menu that consisted of normal breakfast items: 4/5 of the items contained eggs, bacon, or sausage. And you had a choice of a side dish, which was either scrambled eggs, bacon, or sausage. This felt uninspired, since I didn't want eggs or bacon on the side of my bacon quiche. Nothing on the menu had any of the "in season today" items they had listed on their blackboard. The dessert was extra and also wasn't "in season today." The burger was actually good, but the quiche was burnt and not remarkable at all. We were very disappointed by what we got, especially for the price. It wasn't special"

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/26/2010)

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Review 15 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Every visit that we make to the Schoolhouse is great. It is pricey but well worth it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/24/2010)

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Review 16 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We ate at the The Schoolhouse on a Thursday when they offer 4 courses for $40.00. There were two choices for each course, all were excellent and wines were paired with the courses, also great choices and the coffee was French press. The waitstaff were extremely attentive. A nice touch was the menu which had a person form each group's name printed on the menu as if it were made especially for them. A small restaurant, in a small town which a great chef, Tim Leblant makes world class."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/11/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 17 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent food experience. Great wait staff. Nice intimate atmosphere. A wonderful evening in every way."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 18 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The very best food we've had in years throughout the NYC area -- and it's a tiny little one room schoolhouse in a small New England town! Very nice service and wonderfully paired wines. Be prepared to trust the chef on selection. There were only two choices per course -- but the food was absolutely awesome. Those who expect more choice should understand this going in."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/14/2010)

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Review 19 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The chef adapted the tasting menu for my vegetarian partner, and we thought it was one of the best meals we've had in some time. The artichoke soup was assertive but balanced and hearty. The local oysters with blood-orange cumin sorbet were inventive, though the sorbet almost gave the impression that the very chilled oysters were slightly frozen. The next course brought a delicious and beautifully composed salad whose ingredients I've since forgotten because I was so enamored the foie gras torchon with pickled ramps and candied orange relish, which was nothing short of heavenly. The third course brought a plate of beet raviolis that we're still talking about and a dish of shortrib with celery root puree that was cooked to perfection."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/14/2010)

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Review 20 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Dining at the Schoolhouse is as close as you can get to a chef's table-like experience. The food is delicious with notes of pleasant surprises to your palate."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/14/2010)

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Review 21 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was one of the best dinners we have had! Each of the four of us raved about our selections."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 22 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Three of us had lunch for a friend's birthday. We all enjoyed it very much. We appreciated interesting food that was well prepared, a quiet environment and very good service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 23 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This restaurant is truly an old schoolhouse. The chef is a gem, he has--with care and training--retained a very smalll staff of youngsters who are knowledgeable and very capable. It is clear this is a labor of love for him and the food reflects it. While limited in scope, the menu offers something for every palate. I have eaten here on at least 4 or 5 occasions over the last few years and I--and my various companions--are always delighted. During warmer weather, one can dine outside in a lovely setting. It is a bit pricey but the use of local ingredients, the care, skill and talent that goes into each dish is worth every cent. I love it and will continue to enjoy the fabulous fare for as long as they continue to offer it. Bravo!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 24 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food is really outstanding , beautifully served. The meal comes in appropriate intervals between the appetizers , main meal , and dessert .Very efficient , but not rushed .Very good wine list as well ."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 25 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This a a very small, charming old schoolhouse dining room. Our friends shared the artisan cheese plate which was artfully selected cheeses each with an accompanying condiment such as macerated walnut or special raisons. We shared the scallop over quinoa appetizer which was perfection. The papardelle pasta with brocolli rabe sent me into heavenly orbit, the lola duck was amazing, and both men had fish on a bed of lentils that was indescribably delicious. The wine was great, the bread was great, and the chocolate souffle which we all shared was divine. The service was attentive, knowledgable, but not stuffy, and the chef cared enough to stop by our table. I am not one to rave, but this restaurant is a gem, and I can't wait to go back."

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/01/2010)

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Review 26 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We enjoyed our lunch. Menu was limited but we managed to find food to enjoy. Very cute schoolhouse setting. Love the way it's decorated."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 27 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A very delicate and petite restaurant, coolest place on earth."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/24/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 28 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Eat before you go !!!!!! Very Small Portions I orderd lamb look like (3) hose washers on the plate.

Will Never Go BACK"

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 29 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What a great spot! A lovely ambiance in the small dining room. The food was outstanding and the service excellent - prompt without being stuffy. The chef visited with many of the tables, and he is charming. Reservations are a must."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 30 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was the best we've had ever there. Across the board, the dishes were executed perfectly, and there was a really nice variety of offerings. The lobster pappardelle was amazing. I don't know how he cooked the lobster, but it was so tender and delicious. The lamb with gnocchi was also really nice. Yum!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/17/2010)

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Review 31 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was spectacular. Our drinks, appetizers, entrees and dessert were all excellent, which is an unusual occurence. They change the menu daily to reflect the freshest ingredients available. We will be returning twice in the next month."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/17/2010)

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Review 32 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"twas my girlfriend 41st b-day, the food was great, the service great, and the wine list perfect. I was very impressed with Chef Labants f-o-h views all men. Very bold and daring. It worked, my girlfriend and i were very impressed. Food was seasoned properly and there was no S&P on the table. I LOVE that. I would eat there again and again, at the end of the second turn Chef came and spoke to all of his guests. Way to go Chef, you actually cared about our dining expieriance. THANX"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/08/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 33 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My wife and I are always looking for good restaurant in CT. This restaurant was suggested to us by a friend. We live 45 min away from this little restaurant, but my friend's impression was so positive that we gve it a shot. The first time we went the experience was extremely positive. So much, infact that we decided it was the best restaurant we have tried so far in CT (and we have tried quite a bit of restaurants in the year that we have moved in the area) We decided to go a second time (as we usually do to look for consistency). The second time was not as outstanding as the first time. Nevertheless the overall experience is still very good and I higly recommend this little charming place."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/06/2010

(review submitted 01/08/2010)

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Review 34 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Truly one of the best dining experiences we have ever had. We have known about it for quite a while, but were waiting for a very special occasion to go. We were fortunate to have been given a wonderful and generous gift for our recent wedding and so we worked in a Wednesday evening. We know a reservation can be hard to come by on the weekends. Try and go during the week if possible as it was very quiet and I'm sure business can be slow on the weekdays evenings during the winter. It was perfect. The wine list isn't extensive, but complete enough to have good choices for all wine lovers. Our meals were absolutely wonderful! Who knew we had a 5-star experience awaiting us virtually in our backyard! Go!!!!!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/06/2010

(review submitted 01/08/2010)

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Review 35 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Always an outstanding dining experience. Outstanding, creative menu, talented chef and excellent wait staff. Even a nice night view of the snow-covered Norwalk River."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 36 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent food and wonderful service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/03/2010

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 37 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Our 3rd visit and 2nd dinner, we celebrated New Year's Eve at the Schoolhouse. On our first two visits, the service matched the food in it's excellence but we were one of only a few tables for both. For the early seating at New Year's Eve, a full house, we were seated in the far corner. Sadly, the level of service dropped. This was unfortunate for a special dinner at a special pr$$ce. The service was still friendly and knowledgable, we just didn't see them as often as you'd expect. We had to ask for bread and then never got a chance to ask for a second piece. We then had to call over our waiter to ask for coffee/tea after our desserts were served/dropped off at our table. The chef then missed our table in his rounds. Busy night."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 38 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Our meal Saturday night was excellent--my husband said the Jerusalem artichoke soup appetizer was the best soup he had ever had and he has eaten in a lot of restaurants! Our group had the pork tenderloin, the bison hanger steak, the pappardelle with lobster and the squab. All were superb, especially with their accompanying vegetables. The chocolate souffle was magnificent--my son took a photo with his cell phone. It was sublimely decadent--I have never had caramel sauce like that. Can't wait to go again!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/04/2010)

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Review 39 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"A eco-gastronomic's dream, we loved our time at the Schoolhouse! Fantastic food with great morals to boot! Service and ambiance was elegant in the quaint dining room.

We are away from Fairfield county now for college, but are saving and will be returning during a different season to taste more of Tim's delights."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/30/2009

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 40 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"New York, Paris, Rome, Madrid - move over! Wilton has a 5-star contender. Tim Labant delivers course after course of outstanding food paired with perfect wines. Small portions allow each one to be savored and each is a visual treat as well. This IS the special occasion place to be!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 41 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fantastic place to eat. The service was extremely prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. The chef even came out of the kitchen at one point to ask us how everything was and to thank us for coming. Our menus were custom made (had my name at the top). Highly recommended."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/23/2009

(review submitted 12/31/2009)

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Review 42 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food is excellent. I really like the use of local ingredients."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/23/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 43 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The best fine dining experience I have found outside New York city. And better than some of the restaurants that ARE in the city!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/18/2009

(review submitted 12/23/2009)

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Review 44 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great food, great atmosphere. Beautiful wine list with some not-so-ordinary bottles on the list. A definate repeat."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/19/2009

(review submitted 12/22/2009)

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Review 45 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a nice experience at the Schoolhouse at Cannondale. My expectations, from reviews I have read, were that the restaurant was more of a fine dining establishment. It is a charming, but casual, renovated one room schoolhouse. The food was very good, service was fine but the noise level was very high. We were caught off guard by the gingerbread dessert, which was more of a gingerbread, pineapple, kettle corn and sorbet smoothie concoction in a parfait glass. Interesting but we would have preferred a twist on a more traditional presentation on a cold night.

We will be back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/11/2009

(review submitted 12/14/2009)

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Review 46 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This restaurant is a real gem. Set in a charming antique one room school house, it is very small something around 30 seats (if that). All of us loved our meals. I started with a selection of artisanal cheeses which we all wonderful, beautifully presented, and served at the proper temperature. For a main course I had steak with barley. The combination was surprisingly wonderful. The wine list is small but with some excellent choices at reasonable markups. Service was pretty much perfect. It is pricey but in my opinion worth. Easily one of the very best restaurants in Fairfield County."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/12/2009

(review submitted 12/14/2009)

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Review 47 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"It was a perfect way to spend our 16th anniversary. Cozy, romantic and the food was excellent!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/11/2009

(review submitted 12/13/2009)

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Review 48 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"what a find...in Wilton ct. I am awaiting the announcement of a monthlong Truffle menu. YUM!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/11/2009

(review submitted 12/13/2009)

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Review 49 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The schoolhouse is a favorite of ours. It is a special restaurant with terriffic service, attention to detail and a passion in the kitchen that is refelcted in the food served. We go every chance we can and are never disappointed."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/11/2009

(review submitted 12/13/2009)

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Review 50 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Friendly, professional and reliable. The more places we dine at the more we use The Schoolhouse at Canondale as a standard. What is becoming a more important dining issue for me lately is the restaraunt's amount of respect for the diner. TSC expresses this well."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/10/2009

(review submitted 12/12/2009)

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Review 51 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fabulous menu and wonderful food. Ambiance and service are great. The owner/chef is a local guy who has been trained by CIA and is creative and friendly. We highly recommend this lovely spot to anyone."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/05/2009

(review submitted 12/07/2009)

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Review 52 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Excellent food and service. Limited menu and very expensive."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/02/2009

(review submitted 12/04/2009)

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Review 53 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"wonderful, small restaurant....was an old one-room schoolhouse....service was excellent....food delicious...overall if you're looking for a quaint, lovely, intimate restaurant, highly recommended"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/14/2009

(review submitted 11/17/2009)

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Review 54 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great food and friendly service, however the place is NOISY, was difficult to hear my dinner guests."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/14/2009

(review submitted 11/16/2009)

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Review 55 for The Schoolhouse at Cannondale

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Absolutely outstanding. Personalized the experience. One of the most memorable meals I have had - and at an extremely fair price point. Don't miss it!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/13/2009

(review submitted 11/15/2009)

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(Outstanding)

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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