Chef Luis is a vibrant new restaurant serving unique, flavor-forward Nuevo Latin fare. Guests will enjoy innovative cocktails and dishes with a distinctive Latin American influence. Set amidst a warm atmosphere cultivated by Chef Luis Lopez, one of New Canaan’s most beloved local chefs, join us for an inventive menu bursting with clean, fresh ingredients. Celebrate the passion and richness of Latin America, right here in your backyard!
Neighborhood outpost for globally accented staples in warm, inviting environs with a patio. Based on 79 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No delivery
Address:
129 Elm St, New Canaan, CT 06840
Phone: (203) 972-5847
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Hours
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11:30 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
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Reservations: chefluisrestaurant.com
Reviews
Food of CT
We recently had a great meal at Chef Luis! Something cool that they have on their menu are these tortilla cups that the chef fills with all kinds of different things – some of our personal favorites were the lomo saltado and birria taco cups! He even did berries and cream in them for dessert! We also really enjoyed the Italian quesadilla and scallops we had that evening. The staff and chef are super friendly and welcoming!
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J_ana “jackieana”
The food was absolutely delicious, and the service impeccable. Chef Luis even came out and spoke to us and gave us a complimentary dessert. It was heavenly. I live in New Haven, but the drive to New Canaan was worth it. I will definitely go back.
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Brian and Jackie
Delicious seafood and chicken entree. We really are food enthusiasts and I go everywhere for quality food. Decent service overall. Cooked well and the way we asked, promptly arrived. Would like more specials such as salmon risotto or a good fried calamari but overall really good.
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Amir H
Amazing food from Chef Luis. Tried veggie taco last week those were amazing.
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Dr. Richard Novak
This is perhaps one of the best Indian restaurants I have patronized in Fairfield County. Chef Luis is doing something special with wonderful flavors and a great presentation. Superb flavors delicately prepared. It was as if we were served in the restaurant but it was take out, which is a real feat. Came out perfect. Definitely going back!
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Michelle Dam
Truly jaw dropping! I would recommend chef Luis to be for sure the first stop for dinning in new Canaan. Service is first class and the chef is constantly checking in to make sure you are happy. Food…. Omg so freaking good. I come here every time I come back to town. You will love it too ❤️
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Tara Rose Schreiber
SO SO GOOD!!! Everything was so great— from the ambience, to the service, to the food. Quick wait time and amazing employees! I had the best veggie fajitas ever and my boyfriend had the chicken fajitas which he loved. Not to mention how good our drinks were 15/10
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Mohamed Badaoui Najjar
Tasty food and great service at chef Luis in New Canaan Connecticut. The muscles with amazing sauce and cus cus was definitely the star of the show. Tuna tartare is definitely a must have And you can’t go wrong with any combinations of tacos. we have also tried the salmon. Portions are are right sized they are filling but not oversized. Overall great experience
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Adrienn Kresznai
Fake reviews! Yes, I know it’s hard to believe but that is battered cod in a CROISSANT. Lol. I ordered fish and chips, was served utter trash.
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Haley Walker
My husband and I usually love Chef Luis, but this time was different. They called 4x to confirm our reservation, and each time we said yes. Our waitress barely gave us time to look at the menu and asked if we were ready in rapid succession. She needed to find out if they had specials. Once we ordered, she never asked how our food or drinks were. I took our seven month old to change her in the bathroom, and while I was gone, the staff asked several times if we were done. I had to hold onto my wineglass so they didn’t take it before I was done. The restaurant was not crowded, and we felt rushed.
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