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Your Trusted Restaurant & Catering Service in Rowayton, CT
Rowayton Market stands as one of Connecticut's oldest continuously operating markets, serving the community since 1753. Originally established as a hub for fresh meats, produce, and dry goods during the packet ship era, we have evolved into a beloved local destination for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our offerings include restaurant-quality prepared foods, fresh-cut meats, gourmet takeout, and a diverse selection of cheeses, baked goods, and household essentials. The market features a waterfront dining deck overlooking the 5 Mile River, providing a unique setting for casual meals and private events.Our full-service catering team handles everything from food preparation to event setup and cleanup, ensuring seamless experiences for gatherings of all sizes. With daily deliveries of fresh produce and house-made baked goods, we prioritize quality and convenience for every customer. Our historic location combines timeless charm with modern service standards, making us a cornerstone of the Rowayton community. From morning coffee to sunset dinners, we remain committed to delivering fresh, fast, and delicious meals that reflect our deep-rooted tradition of excellence.
Services
Catering Services
Prepared Foods
Butcher Shop
Bakery
Deli Sandwiches
Highlights and features
- We offer over 260 years of continuous service to the Rowayton community
- Our waterfront dining deck provides unique views of the 5 Mile River
- Full-service catering handles food preparation, setup, and cleanup for events
- Daily fresh-cut meats and house-made baked goods ensure premium quality
- Specialized in breakfast, lunch, and dinner options for all dietary preferences
Services
Catering Services
Our full-service catering handles food preparation, delivery, setup, and cleanup for private events. Menus feature gourmet prepared foods, fresh salads, and custom arrangements for up to 30 guests. The waterfront deck provides a scenic venue option for special occasions.
Prepared Foods
Daily-made gourmet dishes include grilled vegetables, pasta, steaks, and seafood. Pre-packaged salads and soups offer convenient takeout options. All items use fresh ingredients prepared in-house by our experienced kitchen team.
Butcher Shop
Our in-store butcher shop offers premium cuts of beef, chicken, and sausages. Meats are ground and prepared daily to ensure freshness. The boucherie provides expert cuts and specialty meat products for discerning customers.
Bakery
Morning pastries include bagels, croissants, and pain au chocolat. The coffee bar serves espresso drinks alongside specialty cakes, cookies, and macaroons. All baked items are made fresh daily using traditional methods.
Deli Sandwiches
Breakfast options feature meat, egg, and cheese combinations. Lunch sandwiches like the Crockett and East Beach use premium ingredients. All sandwiches are prepared to order with fresh-baked bread and local ingredients.
Questions
Does Rowayton Market offer catering services?
Yes, we provide full-service catering including food preparation, delivery, setup, and cleanup for private events.
What are the market's operating hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 7 AM-7 PM and Sunday 8 AM-5 PM.
Is there waterfront dining available?
Yes, our deck offers scenic views of the 5 Mile River for casual dining year-round.
What bakery items are available daily?
We offer fresh bagels, croissants, pain au chocolat, specialty cakes, cookies, and macaroons.
Do you sell fresh meats in-store?
Yes, our butcher shop provides daily fresh-cut beef, chicken, and sausages prepared in-house.
Reviews (7)
Jane Graham
Nov 03, 2021
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Rowayton Market has very good coffee. The back porch overlooking the Five Mile River is a big plus and is open in most seasons. Coleslaw is excellent. Deli sandwiches are pricey but large and very good.
Elizabeth Lamb
Sep 16, 2021
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Very lovely market for fine groceries. Nice coffees and breakfast sandwiches with deck seating out back overlooking the water.
C. D.
Aug 14, 2021
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There's no question that the food here is mostly excellent but the pricing has gotten out of hand. Jennyice cream is $8.99 at Whole Foods and $11.99 at the Rowayton market. Other items are marked up in a similar fashion. t
Brian Totilo
Jul 18, 2021
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Not cheap and not made well. The second simple sandwich in 2+ weeks that has a minimal amount of meat off to one side. For the cost I expect the meat to be evenly distributed and there to be more of it.
Carmen Laffey
Jun 23, 2021
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This place has a beautiful porch in back which over looks a river and boats. Great food. Had the salmon bagel.
Ben Sheed
May 12, 2021
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Never a bad time here. Good food good service. A little pricey but hot pricey enough to warrant 4 stars.
Asg Capco Corp
Mar 12, 2021
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The only market of it's type and scope in the tiny village of Rowayton. Despite the lack of any real close-by competition, they carry a significant assortment of varieties of all types of floods, inclusive of fresh meats and basic vegetables. All the standard must-have convenience groceries at prices consistent with this region of Connecticut. Staff is very helpful. They are hemmed in by stores aside of them, so expansion is unlikely spoon, but if they were bigger, and carried an even larger inventory, they would probably have an even larger marketshare
