Le Penguin- Westport

4.5 (420)

$30 and under

French

7 Sconset Sq, Westport, CT 06880

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

With an emphasis on well-being and a classic Parisian bistro feel, Le Penguin aims to deliver local seasonal ingredients with farm-to-table freshness. Tantalizing appetizers and select wine pairings are chosen to compliment delicious fish, chicken and beef entrees. The clean and colorful decor allow guests to dine in comfort and style.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11:30AM-2:30PM, Brunch: Saturday & Sunday 11:30AM-3Pm Dinner: Monday-Thursday 5:30PM-10PM Friday-Saturday 5:30pm-11PM
Website
http://www.lepenguinbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jorge Escobar

Location
7 Sconset Sq, Westport, CT 06880
Neighborhood
Norwalk
Cross street
Post Road
Parking details
We have private parking in Sconset Square
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 420 people are saying

Le Penguin- Westport reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

414 Reviews

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Jack Gold
Naples74 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 21, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Sunday brunch on a very hot day in Connecticut. Street fair in town so restaurant mostly empty, Thought food delivery for such a small group was a bit slow as compared to Bernard's of equal quality and cost. Would buy bottle of wine next time as by the glass not worthy of cost. Food quite good but for price point there are other less expensive alternatives for brunch.
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CTRose Gold
New York City50 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 19, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was planning to attend a performance at the Westport Country Playhouse, and I wanted a restaurant near the theatre. I've been to Le Penguin in Greenwich, and the Westport location was ideal. This space is a bit larger than the Greenwich restaurant and includes outdoor tables, but it has the same attentive service and wonderful food with a good wine list. I appreciate restaurants that focus on giving diners a good meal with good service and no gimmicks. At both locations, I feel as though I'm dining in someone's home. If you're looking for a place to dine before the theatre, look no farther than Le Penguin. (It is within walking distance of the playhouse when the temperature doesn't feel like 100 degrees.)
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Sarah Gold
Denver30 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 24, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good as always. I love the lamb but could they change up the vegetables with it? Been served with white beans for a long time. Otherwise all great. The soft shell crab was outstanding!
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Queenbee Gold
Chicago52 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Patio seating is a great option to enjoy French proportioned seafood and steaks. Don’t miss the tomato tart to start. And if it happens to be your birthday you’ll meet Le Penguin 🐧
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millicents
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb lunch from A to Z!!!! How fortunate to have this restaurant in Westport!!!
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MsPie Gold
New York City72 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 19, 2019
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Chef not great with meat. Too bad when we go there for Steak frites!
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DebraZ Gold
Austin66 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Before anyone thinks I’m a relative of a “Penguin” (Mai Qui !!!) Let me be clear - we go to the Penguin because we crave Le Penguin... We lust for their crusty bread and their omelettes - my mother, a whatever that word is (she is getting up there in years but has all her own teeth..) and yet, I digress, she will only consume an omelette (outside of Paris) at Le Penguin. Man and woman doesn’t live by egg alone - spectacular salads and the gregarious waitstaff - and WHAT ARE TOU WAITING FOR ??! Go eat! Enjoy!
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Teddy
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very good food with good proportions. However, only complaint is the noise level is really high when the restaurant is full.
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lisas
Las Vegas5 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 15, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We usually love this restaurant and went for an early Father’s Day dinner but the food was not up to par and the outdoor seating was uncomfortable. The service is always great and we will go back but I think it was an off night for them.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fod and service were excellent. Got a little noisy as the restaurant filled.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11:30AM-2:30PM, Brunch: Saturday & Sunday 11:30AM-3Pm Dinner: Monday-Thursday 5:30PM-10PM Friday-Saturday 5:30pm-11PM
Website
http://www.lepenguinbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jorge Escobar

Location
7 Sconset Sq, Westport, CT 06880
Neighborhood
Norwalk
Cross street
Post Road
Parking details
We have private parking in Sconset Square
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Le Penguin- Westport

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Menu

At First

Escargot de Bourgogne

Baked Oysters

Tuna Tartare

Seared Foie Gras

Roasted Tomato Tart

And Then

Grilled 1.5lb Lobster

Filet Au Poivre

Roasted Duck Breast

Potato Gallette

Black Bass Tagine

Grilled Veal Chop

Dover Sole Meuniere

Finally

Tarte Tatin

Tarte au Chocolat

Chestnut Iced Cream

Ile Flotante

Mousse au Chocolate

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