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Taka is relatively new and took over another Japanese/sushi restaurant. It is on Putnam Ave., right after Greenwich Ave, near Barcelona. Great for sushi but last time we went the place was empty.

Hi Rickster, Let's see, some of the other restaurants we liked are Taka for Japanese, fresh tuna -- we had 2 good experiences and one bad one. I'm not sure if they will stay in business because it is always very quiet. I was told to stay away from KU and Nuage. We had a fun time at Abis with a group of people for Hibachi... Had great Tapas and wine at Barcelona. I just had a great lunch, lobster salad, at the Homestead Inn and I have frequented the SONO restaurants and think Ocean Drive really stands out for seafood dinners and drinks. Have you been to Teluride in Stamford -- I am thinking about trying it tonight and have heard good things about it.

That's interesting because I have never heard anything bad about it. I only wish they had outside dining. I know Asiana Cafe does but we didn't care for their menu as much.

All this thinking of Chinese food got me in the mood so we went to Hunan Gourmet last night. They had a lobster and soft shell crab special that was cooked perfectly - the lobster was steamed with ginger, and an order of scallion pancakes, light on the oil that was great too. Didn't know I couldn't reply to more than one thread related to Chinese food Rickster. Just trying to offer good advice.

Are we talking about the same Hunan Gourmet (on Putnam Ave. in Greenwich)? I heard they recently have brought in a new chef from Beijing and some new wait staff as well. I have never felt rushed there at all, in fact, one of the owners brought us a round of plum wine, and it was on the house, which we sipped and took our time with. Hands down, it is the best Chinese restaurant in Fairfield County we have been to and we have been to many. I recommend you give it another shot, sounds like you had a bad experience. Apparantly there is a reason they have been there for over 20 years while many other Asian restaurants have gone under.

I think there is a lag on my PC, I didn't realize it posted 3 times. Sorry, I'm a rookie. Now I see them posted. Where do you recommend for waterview dining in Fairfield County?

Having lived abroad, including stays in Beijing, I can honestly say that Greenwich is home to a great and authentic Chinese restaurant, Hunan Gourmet on Putnam Ave. Having just bought a home in Greenwich I have been very pleased with my several meals I have already had there. Ask for it for Hunan style and spicy and you truly get what you ask for. People have suggested Panang Grill and Asiana Cafe to us which were ok, but for selection, food quality and service, Hunan Gourmet is the place. I make sure to bring my friends there for dinners and mai tais. Another thing, the specials are truly special. We had a dinner party at our house, on another occassion, for about 40 and the owners of the restaurant were very helpful and professional in helping us choose exactly what we were looking for. I do not think you would get that service anywhere else.

Having lived abroad, including stays in Beijing, I can honestly say that Greenwich is home to a great and authentic Chinese restaurant, Hunan Gourmet on Putnam Ave. Having just bought a home in Greenwich I have been very pleased with my several meals I have already had there. Ask for it for Hunan style and spicy and you truly get what you ask for. People have suggested Panang Grill and Asiana Cafe to us which were ok, but for selection, food quality and service, Hunan Gourmet is the place. I make sure to bring my friends there for dinners and mai tais. Another thing, the specials are truly special. We had a dinner party at our house, on another occassion, for about 40 and the owners of the restaurant were very helpful and professional in helping us choose exactly what we were looking for. I do not think you would get that service anywhere else.

Having lived abroad, including stays in Beijing, I can honestly say that Greenwich is home to a great and authentic Chinese restaurant, Hunan Gourmet on Putnam Ave. Having just bought a home in Greenwich I have been very pleased with my several meals I have already had there. Ask for it for Hunan style and spicy and you truly get what you ask for. People have suggested Panang Grill and Asiana Cafe to us which were ok, but for selection, food quality and service, Hunan Gourmet is the place. I make sure to bring my friends there for dinners and mai tais. Another thing, the specials are truly special. We had a dinner party at our house, on another occassion, for about 40 and the owners of the restaurant were very helpful and professional in helping us choose exactly what we were looking for. I do not think you would get that service anywhere else.