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A man and a woman at the table - Nouveau Monde, Sandy Hook, CT

Nouveau Monde

4.8
4.8
457 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Meaning "New World" in French, Nouveau Monde serves new American cuisine in a cozy and stylish atmosphere. Our menu celebrates seasonal and locally-sourced ingredients, incorporating inspirations from a variety of global flavors. With multiple awards from Connecticut Magazine and Best of Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator, our award-winning wine list has more than 800 by the bottle. We feature a curated list of craft beer and spirits that pair well with our delicious food and convivial, approachable ambiance. Fine dining, relaxed atmosphere.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Bistro

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (203) 491-2723

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian & Pacific Islander, LGBTQ

  • Executive Chef

    Bill Towne

  • Private party facilities

    In search of the perfect spot for a reception, bridal/baby shower, business meeting, or other special events? Nouveau Monde is an ideal space for your gathering, with luxurious accommodations for 15 to 120 guests and unique dining options. Use our online event planner at https://www.nouveaumondesandyhook.com/private-events/

  • Neighbourhood

    Newtown

  • Parking Details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Big Buddha Cigar Dinner

    US$127.35 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 15, 2023 only
    For the cigar lovers, enjoy a four course sit down dinner from Nouveau Monde, Big Buddha cigars and High West whiskey hosted at Antoinette's. A perfect way to celebrate Father's Day. Space is limited!

Popular dishes

What 457 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Great for fine wines

  • Connecticut

    Contemporary American

  1. BrianW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to eat!!! Food and service was excellent!!!

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  2. BarbaraR

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed a great meal at Nouveau Monde. They surprised us with a complimentary champagne toast as we had told them it was an anniversary celebration. The wine list was impressive - a 27 page digital listing of their wine cellar offerings as well as many choices by the glass. Service was most attentive, helpful and professional. Our party of five had the Salmon, Pork Chop (amazing and huge), excellent shrimp and grits, and the steak - all most delicious. It was a wonderful place for a special meal.

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  3. Perfection

    New York Area

    140 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    140 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and menu..our second time dining there. We will be back.

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  4. EmilyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding. The attentive service and delicious food made this a good value. It would be a good choice for date night or for a gathering with friends.

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  5. StephanieM

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Our server didn’t seem to be the happiest or friendliest. We were catching up with old friends so very delayed in looking at menu so we quickly chose some apps just to keep things moving along. We were told “no”- chef likes entrees selected and ordered with apps.

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  6. KatherineH

    Coastal Georgia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place for their innovative, fresh, inspired cuisine, and exceptional, professional, knowledgeable staff, including Walter (?) the Sommelier who always provides great suggestions for reasonably priced, delicious wines. Couldn't have asked for a nicer Mother's Day dinner on the porch! The grilled asparagus dish and pork chop were incredibly delicious!

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  7. JesusP

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, drinks and service was amazing!! Our waiter Peter was great with us. I highly recommend this place as a great dining experience.

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  8. cathyj

    New York Area

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious but a bit pricey. Shrimp and Grits appetizer was absolutely devine. I just wish there was a bit more of the grits. Service was outstanding and loved the updated, upscale seating!

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  9. Raebella

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was incredible and service was outstanding! Highly recommended for great food and ambience! It is so worthy it!😊

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  10. LizB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service, drinks & ambience! I highly recommend.

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  11. DrG18

    New York Area

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We had a very good experience. Warm welcome, excellent service and terrific selection of menu choices. Food was well prepared ,tasty but pricey.

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  12. MauraF

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Four of us had a wonderful evening last night at Nouveau Monde. Cozy atmosphere, superb food and presentation, excellent service, nice wine list. House focaccia was a yummy starter along with the little gem avocado salad. Shrimp and grits was rich and luscious! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals; the pan roasted Scottish salmon melted in your mouth. The Duroc pork chop was delectable and the prime Angus NY Strip was delicious to the last bite! We all ended with the heavenly flourless chocolate truffle and espresso. Looking forward our next visit at this gastronomic haven.

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  13. DavidC

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved sitting outside. The jumbo asparagus appetizer was fantastic and the pork chop is my favorite.

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  14. LisaD

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing meal, food was delicious, every course, and the service was great. Definitely recommend this place.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and excellent service! My parents anniversary was just perfect… thank you for everything!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    From start to finish, our experience was wonderful! Food was amazing and Service was spectacular. Can’t wait to go back!

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  17. Out4Dinner

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our second time here. We love sharing small plates and this restaurant offers us a variety of fabulous dishes - and offers entrees as well. Plenty of options for pescatarians like us. We loved the tuna tartare, crab cake, and a wonderful salad with smoked trout. Service is wonderful. Highly recommend.

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  18. Sheri1049

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Wine selection was outstanding. However, a wine request from one in the party fell flat possibly from the noise level? Wine that was delivered was very good, just not what was requested. The bronzino filets were thin and overcooked. Three in the party had the shrimp and grits which was excellent. Other entrees were very good.

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  19. w111

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent friendly staff and food. High price but fine dining

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  20. EILEENB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nouveau Monde never disappoints, that is why I keep coming back. Food, service, value all excellent.

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  21. ReneeO

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely Easter dinner…excellent holiday menu, delicious food and wine. I highly recommend this gem of a restaurant

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  22. Jeff

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a delicious, delightful experience from the food, the service, and the sommelier, Jeffrey! Outstanding & can’t wait to come back!

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  23. NormanT

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. great wine. Excellent and friendly service.

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  24. RobC

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service, menu, wine list, ambience and food were excellent! Our server Kirsten was outstanding! Melissa and Carolyn were wonderful too! Highly recommended. Thank you!

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  25. JenniferJ

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is always so delicious and the service was superb!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dining experience! Our server, Will, was very personable, accommodating and attentive. The food was cooked and presented with perfection. This is a great place for a date or special event. Tables are comfortably spaced between each other so seating is limited. I am looking forward to the next visit.

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  27. Auburn

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    All was well except for our seating. We were far too close to two other parties...fewer than a 18-24 inches apart. Most of the tables had ample room for diners to enjoy their own conversations, but our table was was squashed between one other deuce and a four-seater. I heard the other conversations and had difficulty hearing my daughter. I would recommend removing that table to allow diners to have semblance of privacy.

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  28. Kathy

    Yosemite

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Shrimp and Grits excellent, fresh ingredients, also Bronzino filet was great , Will definitely come back

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  29. StephenF

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome experience from the start. Amazing wine list & great menu and service.

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  30. JenniferR

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    By far the best meal we’ve had in a long time. The food was so delicious, the staff incredibly professional, friendly and polished, and they had several great white burgundies to pick from - our favorite wine. Will be back soon!

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  31. AENL

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Nouveau Monde! It is our go to special occasion restaurant. The food is always exceptional and the staff is lovely!

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  32. DianeS

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing. Second visit here and they had a bottle of vegan wine waiting for me at my table. Chef made me a vegan meal, upon request. Service was impeccable. Food was amazing. Lovely atmosphere. Can’t wait to return.

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  33. AVgn

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a absolutely wonderful evening. The food is amazing and consistently good.

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  34. LindaM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A memorable dining experience with delicious food, set in a charming environment- complete with a fireplace and artistic touches.

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  35. NurseJane

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    The wine list was incredible. The sommeliers made excellent recommendations. The food was average and the service was average. Our favorite part of the meal was the charcuterie board and the focaccia bread. We would consider returning to the bar to experiment with classes of wine and more charcuterie. My husband loved the ability to order a glass of Madeira and having so many to choose from. We love German Rieslings and the wine list did not disappoint!

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  36. KarenK

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Warm and friendly staff. The food is outstanding. Careful presentation.

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  37. VictoriaW

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Always can count on an elegant delicious meal

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  38. RobertL

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Service was slow Waiter was rude Cocktail was watered down Food was overpriced and uneventful

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  39. Dinner42

    New York Area

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a lovely experience. Food was superb as was service and atmosphere. Sommelier a big help and engaging. Beautiful table and presentation. Reasonable prices. This writer had the bronzino which was perfectly prepared. Highly recommend as do the other 3 diners at the table.

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  40. OscarD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We couldn’t of chosen a better place to celebrate my wife’s birthday. From the delicious food to the outstanding service to the ambience, Nouveau Monde is tops among Sandy Hook and Newtown restaurants. That’s why we keep returning. — Oscar

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Nouveau Monde offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 491-2723.

Nouveau Monde is rated 4.8 stars by 457 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nouveau Monde

6 Washington Ave, Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood

    Newtown

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Bistro

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Private Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian & Pacific Islander, LGBTQ

  • Executive Chef

    Bill Towne

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (203) 491-2723

  • Private party facilities

    In search of the perfect spot for a reception, bridal/baby shower, business meeting, or other special events? Nouveau Monde is an ideal space for your gathering, with luxurious accommodations for 15 to 120 guests and unique dining options. Use our online event planner at https://www.nouveaumondesandyhook.com/private-events/

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