Located in New Haven county, the village of Devon, Connecitcut is a part of the city of Milford and is 8 mile east of Bridgeport and 58 miles south of Hartford. For tourists, the Devon area features attractions like Margaret Eagan Center Park and West Shore Recreation Center. Visitors to Devon have numerous dining options to choose from, including casual breweries, Spanish cafes and upscale, international restaurants.
Bin 100
Established in December 2007, Bin 100 is 2 miles from Devon (approximately four minutes by automobile) and features international cuisine. The restaurant has a Zagat dining guide rating of "very good to excellent" for its food, decor and service as of September 2010. The menu begins with a dozen appetizers, such as the ceviche of the day, the fried calamari with ponzu sauce and the pizza with prosciutto and goat cheese. A dinner specialty is the beef duo, a short rib and a grilled streak in a truffle sauce, accompanied by potato puree and glazed root vegetables. For dessert, try the churros, fried dough coated in cinnamon sugar and served with chocolate sauce. The wine list features more than 150 selections from around the world. Bin 100 serves brunch on Sundays and dinner nightly. Reservations are recommended. Business casual attire is suggested.
Bin 100
100 Lansdale Ave.
Milford, CT 06460
203-882-1400
bin100.com
Bistro Basque
Specializing in cuisine from the Basque region of Spain and France, Bistro Basque is 4 miles from Devon (around 10 minutes by automobile). As of September 2010, the restaurant had a Zagat rating of "extraordinary to perfection" for its food and "very good to excellent" for its decor and service. A dozen appetizers and tapas lead the menu, including the asparagus gratin with Serrano ham and Manchego cheese and the Portuguese sausage with an apple compote. Entrees include seafood paella, rack of lamb with ratatouille and grilled salmon in tarragon sauce. A full bar is available. Bistro Basque serves lunch Wednesdays through Sundays and dinner nightly. Reservations are suggested, and casual attire is appropriate. Outdoor seating is available on the restaurant's patio, weather permitting.
Bistro Basque
13 River St.
Milford, CT 06460
203-878-2092
bistrobasqueusa.com
Southport Brewing Co.
Known for brewing its own beer on site, Southport Brewing Co. is 4 miles from Devon (eight minutes by automobile). Established in May 2005, the restaurant had Zagat dining guide ratings of "good to very good" for its decor "fair to good" for its food and service as of September 2010. To start the meal, the restaurant features more than 15 appetizers like the honey teriyaki chicken wings and the crispy fried calamari. A signature entree is the brewmaster's mixed grill: chicken breast, shrimp and a New York strip steak topped in a Bordelaise sauce flavored with fresh thyme. For dessert, try the SBC mug sundae, which features a choice of ice cream, hot fudge and whipped cream all served in a frosted beer mug. The restaurant also features about 10 house-brewed beers on tap and has a full bar. Southport Brewing Co. serves lunch and dinner daily. Reservations are not taken. Casual attire is the norm when dining at the restaurant. Outdoor dining is available on the restaurant's patio, weather permitting. A children's menu is available for young diners.
Southport Brewing Co.
33 New Haven Ave.
Milford, CT 06460
203-874-2337
southportbrewing.com
Tags: Bistro Basque, Southport Brewing, from Devon, miles from, miles from Devon, Milford 06460