by Ann E. Smith

Created on: May 19, 2009   Last Updated: July 24, 2009

Greenwich, Connecticut, located outside of New York City, is an affluent community that is consistently rated as one of the best places to live in the Northeast.

If you find yourself in area, you will want to experience what Greenwich has to offer in dining. While Greenwich is home to many outstanding restaurants, three of the best include: Jean-Louis, Thomas Henkelmann and Mediterraneo.

Jean-Louis
www.restaurantjeanlouis.com
61 Lewis Street
(203) 622-8450

This amazing restaurant is considered not only one of Greenwich's finest, but also one of the best restaurants in the country. You will be impressed if you choose to dine here.

This gorgeous French restaurant is owned and operated by a married couple: Chef Jean-Louis and his wife Linda. Their combined talents bring to life a place that offers unforgettable dining experiences.

For those who appreciate wine, then you will want to plan a long and relaxing dinner. The wine list at Jean-Louis is spectacular, and the knowledgeable staff can certainly help you make selections.

Chef Jean-Louis is constantly tweaking his menu, as he envisions new dishes or ways to embellish current ones. Even though the restaurant has been in business since 1985, Chef Jean-Louis and Linda are constantly adding touches to this place to keep it fresh and innovative.

Perhaps one of the most delightful aspects of Jean-Louis is that the restaurant delivers the best in food, wine, service and ambiance, and somehow manages not to be pretentious. What a wonderful thing, and the warm atmosphere is a true testament to its dedicated owners.

Thomas Henkelmann
www.thomashenkelmann.com
420 Field Point Rd.
(203) 869-7500

Yet another incredible restaurant that is run by a husband and wife team is Thomas Henkelmann. Chef Henkelmann grew up in the world of famous German restaurants, and his elegant breeding shows in this gorgeous restaurant, which is located in the quaint Homestead Inn.

Chef Henkelmann brings a number of influences to his menu, as he is a classically trained French chef. He has trained and worked in famous restaurants in several places in Europe and in New York City. All of these experiences contribute to the spectacular restaurant Thomas Henkelmann.

The food at Thomas Henkelmann is beyond description. The 2009 Zagat gave only 11 restaurants in the country a high score of 29 out of 30 for food, and Thomas Henkelmann landed in this elite group.

Thomas Henkelmann offers both lunch and dinner menus, with both offering delectable selections. Lunch options include fabulous Maryland crabcakes and grilled Atlantic salmon. And, dinner options include succulent rack of lamb or Atlantic sea bass.

This restaurant is truly exquisite. It makes for a wonderful place to share a highly memorable evening with family and friends.

Mediterraneo
www.mediterraneoofgreenwich.com
366 Greenwich Avenue
(203) 629.4747

This restaurant is part of the very successful Ramze Zakkka Restaurant Group, and it is located in a highly popular spot. That being said, you are going to be in for a wonderful taste of the Mediterranean when you visit this cool restaurant.

First of all, when you enter Mediterraneo, you will instantly be taken to another world. The decor is fabulous, and it suggests the Mediterranean. Note that one thing that makes this restaurant unique is that it does not rely solely on Greek influences.

Its Mediterranean influences cover a number of regions and cuisines, including Egypt, Southern France and Morocco. You will be in for an incredible sensory experience by trying various menu items.

Be a bit adventurous, and you will be rewarded. The food here is presented in beautiful ways, and it is delicious without feeling too heavy.

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