Martel Restaurant

What a pleasant surprise this place was. Food was so delicious, you absolutely should try their escargot in the appetizers section. Their whole chicken was really good as well. Great drinks selection. Place is rather small on the inside and was packed on a Friday night. They do have a bar and this is definitely a locals' favorite. A very pleasant atmosphere overall and friendly staff. Highly recommend, and I personally will be back for more !!! Small update: as expected we went back for more and it was just as delicious as before if not more! This time we had a party of 10, side note - do make a reservation ahead for anything more than 6 people. Salmon, trout and bransino were absolutely my favorite. Steak, lamb and short rib were fingerlicking good : Service was on point and fast even though the place was packed. If you are looking for some really good food- definitely check them out!

I’ve been driving past Martel on a regular basis on my drive home from work and have been wanting to stop as it always looks so inviting. Today when we were picking a place for brunch/lunch I remembered and finally made it here! I feel like it exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere was so nice and we were able to enjoy a breeze on this hot day while sitting at a table outside in the shade. My husband and I both ordered the Croque Monsieur, which we had come specifically for and it was delicious. We have had it at a few other restaurants and I would say that this one on par with some of the best I have had. The consistency was a bit lighter which I really liked. I also enjoyed the house iced tea which was a mixture of iced tea, orange juice, and strawberry essence. It was very refreshing and not too sweet. I usually take photos and completely forgot so I guess that’s a good excuse to return soon! I highly recommend a visit. Wheelchair accessibility: Entrance on main level

Felt cozy as we walked in. Amazing escargot dish! Sauce was excellent; you can put it on anything... Lobster risotto was also good and my wife enjoyed her branzino. Our server Paul was super. Will definitely be back.Food: 5/5

Quaint french bistro with a nice wine menu. Steak was cooked well, nice crust and tender. Mashed potatoes were very very good. Creamy, buttery and hot. Pork shank was fall off the bone tender but could have used a little more seasoning. Coconut cake was moist and full of coconut. Some coconut desserts do not have enough coconut flavor, this one did. Dined here once before and was not overly impressed but it must have been a bad night because this meal was very good and made us want to come back again.

I haven't been to Martel in a few years, and wasn't sure if I'm still going to enjoy it. My fears were unfounded. The service was as always top notch. And the food...oh man, the food is some of the best in town. I had an amazing drink - Autumn in Manhattan. Followed by a lovely charcuterie board. My Fettuccini Bolognese was mouth watering. That pasta was so fresh, the flavors so good, and yet super light. My friend had a meatloaf, and loved it. I finished the meal with a great banana creme brule. Can't wait to go back!

Pleasantly surprised by how tasty the dishes were. We had snails, scallops, grilled calamari and French onion soup. Good cocktails too. Well done.

As expected, valentines was crazy busy. Still, they were on top of their game, managing to bring the food out promptly and keeping it delicious. The space was really tight between tables though and you could easily knock stuff off other dinners tables trying to get up from yours. I had not been there before so I'm not sure if that's the usual restaurant setting or if they added tables to accommodate valentines crowds.

My recent dining experience at Martel was deeply disappointing. The bone-filled trout and overcooked steak were major letdowns, but what truly stood out was the manager's unacceptable attitude. When we brought up our concerns, the manager was dismissive and failed to address the issues properly. Additionally, the waitress was defensive when we tried to send back a wine that needed air and was served in an improper glass. Such lack of customer care and unwillingness to rectify the situation left me extremely dissatisfied.

Favorite restaurant in the area. Great atmosphere, food is fantastic, and the carafe wine options bring me back to holidays in France. Service is consistently perfect, and Esteban is the best. We usually have to wait for a table, still fun at their bar. Only gripe is I wish they’d add the artichoke appetizer to the regular menu, they’re my favorite! Highly recommend for a date or group dinner.

14 years now, amazing every meal, service , cocktails and music ! Gorgeous flowered patio garden, The best in everyway in Fairfield county!Food: 5/5