Market Place Kitchen & Bar - Newtown

We had our daughter‘s bridal shower at Marketplace in early April. I have been meaning to review them ever since. We could not have been happier! The food was fabulous and the service was beyond excellent! Everyone commented on what a wonderful party it was in every way. Definitely 5 stars!!

Two friends and I went into this establishment with my certified service dog. We were “greeted” by a self-important male host with a top-knot whose eyes immediately darted down to my dog (she was not misbehaving and was wearing her vest), and instead of welcoming us, he asked us if we “would like to sit outside”… I asked him if he was posing that question because I had my dog with me, and he replied with some crap about there not being enough tables, which the naked eye could discern to be a falsehood by virtue of the fact that the majority of the tables were vacant. The place was not busy at all. I asked him if there was a space heater outside since it was in the low 60s and it had been sprinkling, and he simply replied that it was broken. Unbelievably flippant and rude, not to mention flagrantly discriminatory. I was embarrassed (mostly on his behalf) so I caved to mobilize out of the situation… and he escorted us outside. He and his topknot tried back-pedaling about 45 minutes later and came outside to tell us that a table had cleared if we wanted to move inside, adding somewhat defensively that he “didn’t want us to think we couldn’t sit inside” which he very, very obviously had. We had an unremarkable dinner outside while my service dog rested under the table (as she is trained to do and as she would have done had we been permitted by smug-top-knot boy to sit inside). My friend gave me a blanket from her car since I was wearing a dress, but we were literally shivering and it was extremely unpleasant and hurtful. There was also a mouse who appeared to have ingested poison and was trying to die near our table to which we alerted several staff members who literally just kept stepping over him. My friend moved him into the grass on our way out. Top-knot boy unfortunately needs to be educated that he’s not all that, that he needs a haircut, and that being rude, ignorant, and discriminatory reflect poorly on him and the establishment he's representing. This is the first time I ve been treated this way before ANYWHERE with her, and it was humiliating. Not a fan. Several thumbs and beans down.

A great classic American lunch spot. We definitely ordered too much food but they were so accommodating when we had to cancel some items when we got too full. Cute little booths and recently priced. The staff are really lovely too

Marketplace is a fantastic restaurant that I highly recommend to anyone looking for a great dining experience. From the moment you step inside, you'll be impressed by the variety of sitting choices available. Whether you're in the mood for a cozy booth, a large bar area, or want to enjoy the beautiful weather on the outdoor patio, this place has you covered. One of the best things about Market Place Kitchen is that it offers reasonable prices without sacrificing quality. You can enjoy delicious meals and drinks without breaking the bank, which is always a plus. Speaking of drinks, the comprehensive list of draft beers and cocktails is definitely a highlight. No matter what your favorite beverage is, you're sure to find something that suits your taste here. The bartenders are skilled and friendly, and they'll help you find the perfect drink to pair with your meal. Finally, if you're looking to celebrate a special occasion or host a party, Market Place Kitchen has a separate area that can accommodate parties of various sizes. This makes it a great choice for birthdays, graduations, or any other special event. We were there today for an early lunch. At 4 pm, we didn’t have to wait and we’re seated at a booth . Marketplace Salad with steak was good!

We really enjoyed the atmosphere, and the service was excellent. The food was good, except for the steak sandwich. Those flavors just didn’t seem to work well together.

I hosted my niece’s bridal shower this weekend at Market Place in Newtown. It was amazing. Erick, the manager, was so wonderful to work with and Karen, Danielle and Stephanie were great. The service and decor was perfect. I highly recommend having an event here!

If you haven't tried a marketplace kitchen in Newtown, you're missing out. The food is always delicious and the staff could not be nicer! I had a yummy short rib, some cast iron nachos and a bunch of other apps I forgot to take pictures of. When you start munching before you can get out your camera, you know it's good!

I share this hoping the chef or owner will see this. Brought my mother here for lunch 1/25/25. She ordered calamari and then fish n chips (sweet potatoes fries). I had chicken pot pie. Both of us were unhappy because the Calimari was over cooked, her fires were bland and the fish greasy. My pot pie had zero flavor and salt did not help. The wait staff was fine and the place was clean. The Shelton location food was much better