Deedee-
Jfood just put up a post (on this site) asking about the National and I happened to go the other day- just posted a long review answering him . Bottom line- I thought it was excellent, including the service. A bit pricey,but that is to be expected in Greenwich. Will definitely go back
Thanks, rich. If I can get in, Iāll be trying Rattlesnake Jack - Iāve missed Cactus Jack (same owner).
The National is on my list, though. Iāll have to check out your post.
If you like the Greenwich crowd, you might like Gaia. Ask for Rui, tell him deedee sent you.
So when I came here I used it without the E so old pals would know it was me, but quickly decided to change it back. The mods did it for me - no problem!
Just read the National review, thanks for the post. And there is a mention of Gaia on this thread as well. I still need to try both. I understand that Gaia is totally different than the Gaia that was in the same area a few years ago.
I am currently doing research for my āBest of Burger Listā and have National on the list to try
Oh good, I still want the ultimate burger, so be sure to point to your list.
I donāt know the previous Gaia in the area, but this Gaia is a sister (brother?) restaurant to Douros, right down the street. I know the owner, Rui Carrera, who has been on the Today show and profiled in the media.
rich, was I right or was I right about this place?
I do it every year. Published around the Memorial Day period. From early returns, there will be a shake-up in the ratings and one has already lost a position. I rate them from 1-10 throughout the year and the numbers have been interesting so far. It you want to see the list from last year take a look.
Nice. I especially like the raw-rare burger and the piled high with stuff burger.
Thanks, jfood.
Jfood-
Wish you would give 5 napkin burger (at Ridge Hill) a try. I realize it is not in CT. I did have a slider and taco there- both were good. My lunchtime meals are mostly smaller and less $$. In winter especially,I rarely make it out for dinner. However as posted, I treated myself to National. Otherwise I still plan to try 5 napkin any way
Deedee-
:Only good for a party if Iām invited (just kidding). Hard for me to say, I sat at the very front( I move about in a wheelchair). The tables were certainly well spaced- perhaps a bit noisy. Nice mix on the menu but nothing really geared towards youngsters or less adventurous eaters. Place is definitely geared towards business men/and women and leisurely lunches - although service was very good. If you mean an all adult party, I think it would be very nice, probably pricey- but maybe you could start a precedent and get them to "throw in " the bread . 
Hey, I know you and Deedee are buds, but I asked the question 
it will just be the two of us. Maybe they will give me birthday bread!!!
Sorry Gwenn-
Didnāt realize it was your question and also misunderstood. I think for 2 ,you will have a very good time. As for birthday bread,more likely to get a candle. The table near me did get an order of 3 cookies for dessert. It had a lit candle on top for a special birthday treat. Donāt know if they comped the dessert or just the candle- my guess would be unless a good customer,only the candle was comped (but perhaps the complete dessert was)
Hah!
No problem, rich, weāre all buds here.
Good comment about the free candle, I like your attitude.
Like Dee said, weāre all buds here!!! The menu looks really good for dinner. I think weāll do it.
Cool. Be sure to post your review.
On your recommendation, Iām going to Bernardās for my very old birthday, and Iāll post mine.
richb51
Thanks for the suggestion, but that is a little out of the way from my in CT. I think there is a 5 Napkin near my daughter and I may convince her to join me one day.
I was thinking about Bernardās for mine too, but just really liked the menu at the National. I hope you enjoy Bernardās. When is yours? Donāt forget to post your review too!
Gwenn-
Hope you do go and enjoy it. In my review,I forgot to mention the cookies - I did get an order to go. 3 large cookies and also very good. Hope you like the place and keep us informed.
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Thanks. In two weeksā¦sorry, Gwenn, I misremembered. I picked NoMa Social for my b/d, and Bernardās for my anniversary. Oh boy, two chances to hear: see you wanted to try new places. 
