Il Pellicano

Had a fantastic dinner at I’ll Pellicano. Two of us ordered the halibut special. The fish was cooked to perfection and was on a bed of perfectly roasted fingerling potatoes, spinach and cherry tomatoes. Ladled on the plate was a silky smooth, sumptuous sauce of white wine and…something. Wish I knew what. Would like to try making at home. To finish the beautiful presentation was a ring of wonderfully herbaceous imported Italian extra virgin olive oil and a crown of exotic baby herbs. We go there about once a month, on average, and the service was friendly and attentive. Call me old fashioned, but I love a restaurant with linen table cloths and napkins. The delicious food and welcoming atmosphere will keep us coming back again and again!

Excellent meal! Warm, welcoming greeting at the table by the owner. Se.rvice was perfectly timed - neither fast nor slow. The waiter took special care to ensure that I had the red wine that I described but could not remember the name to order! There was nothing more that they could have done to ensure a perfect dinner.

Nothing good to say about this place. It was our first time there and our last. While my party did not have a reservation, we were seated right away. About an hour into our meal, the stares started from the front stand. Not one, not two, but from three people. The waitstaff was coming up to us about every ten minutes after asking if we were done. As soon as our plates were taken away, the host/manager asked if we could finish our wine at the bar as there was another party waiting. We were barely there for an hour and a half! Don't agree to serve someone dinner if you can't provide the time for a party to finish their meal. I just got off the phone with the manager of the restaurant to express my disappointment and told them I'd be writing a review. "Do what you gotta do" he said. Done! Fly away from this restaurant folks!

An absolute gem in Westport! Il Pellicano delivers an impeccable dining experience with exquisite Italian cuisine and impeccable service. From the cozy ambiance to the flavorful dishes, every visit is a delight. A true culinary haven deserving of five stars!

What an excellent dining experience. The food and service was outstanding! For starters they bring a small dish of olives which are delicious. We ordered a sampling of several olive oils which were accompanied by warm bread. Tasting the 3 different varieties of olive oil was really good, each complex in its own way. For our entrees my girlfriend had the lamb lollipops served over polenta and I had the salmon served over a cauliflower purée. Both dishes were absolutely magnificent. The salmon was cooked perfectly with crispy skin and the cauliflower purée was insanely good. My girlfriend’s lamb chops were cooked perfectly and she loved the polenta. We will definitely come back for other items on the menu. To end our meal we had an almond cake which was so good!

Quaint italian restaurant. Food was good and atmosphere is dim lighting and relaxing. Starters were tasty, we tried the buratta, the cheese board, lasagna and the calamari. Calamari had a nice crust and was not at all oily. Caccio e pepe entree was done well. Its a simple item but needs to be done right to be good and this one was. Steak and pork chop entrees were both tasty but pork was cooked a little pinker than we usually like so may want to oder it to be more well done. Alla Panna was delicious. Sauce was not too heavy and tortellini was very tender. We never looked at the wine list as the main menu had several options for bottles of wine. Desserts were nice but we were disappointed that they did not have the olive oil cake. It was the dessert we all wanted to try. Our reservation was early in the evening so not sure why this dessert would already have been off the menu. I have been to several italian restaurants in Fairfield and I think this is one of the nicest for food and atmosphere, will definitely return.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had the pleasure of dining at IL PELLICANO in Fairfield, and I must say it was a truly exceptional experience! From the moment we walked in, the warm, inviting atmosphere set the stage for a memorable meal. The staff was attentive, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. The food was nothing short of spectacular! We started with the formaggi salumi, which was a beautiful selection of meats, cheeses and high-quality accompaniments. For the main course, I had the lobster risotto, which was so rich and flavorful. Every bite was perfection. My husband ordered the seared black cod and it was just cooked to perfection. To top it all off, the dessert menu was a dream come true. We indulged in the tiramisu, which was the perfect blend of creamy and coffee-soaked goodness. We weren’t ready to leave so we sat at the bar and Fallon was amazing! I had the best mezcal espresso martini and a couple of other drinks. She nailed everything we asked for. Overall, IL PELLICANO exceeded every expectation. It’s rare to find a place that gets every detail right, but they did. If you’re craving authentic Italian cuisine in Fairfield, look no further. Highly recommended!

I saw Il Pellicano take the spot where BGood was, and I had high hopes. I am pleased to say I had a great experience and would return. The atmosphere: was very cozy. It’s not an overly large space, but it doesn’t feel small, either. They’ve done a lovely job retrofitting the place. The staff: was very kind. Our waitress was amiable and attentive. We got our food in a reasonable time. The owner also came around asking how everything was. The food: was delicious. We ordered the flight of olive oil, bolognese, and short rib pasta. All were very good, but to me, the bolognese stood out as being superb. Cleanliness: everything was clean.