Moving to Bridgeport? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite Bridgeport Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Pantanal Restaurant (215 Frank St, Bridgeport CT): No-frills Brazilian BBQ, salad bar, and buffet where you pay by the pound. With seven massive screens, it’s the perfect spot to catch your favorite game.
- Ralph N Rich’s (815 Main St, Bridgeport CT): This Italian spot serves up all the classics. With its family-style Sunday lunches and warm ambiance, you’ll leave full and happy every time.
- Monger’s Market (1155 Railroad Ave, Bridgeport CT): A 75,000-square-foot factory of vintage, industrial salvage, and antiques. Plan to spend a few hours—you never know what you’ll find!
- Karaoke On Main (1103 Main St, Bridgeport CT): Whether you’re confident enough to game the open mic night or are attending a private party, this spot has you covered. Monitors cover the private rooms so you can really work the room.
- Tautog Tavern (2926 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport CT): This New England-style pub is a cut above your typical pub grub. The Tavern was designed as a cozy spot for friends and neighbors to connect and enjoy great food together.
- Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater (500 Broad St, Bridgeport CT): Also known as AMP, this 5,700-seat amphitheater, converted from an old baseball stadium, hosts top bands and legendary acts like Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire.
- The Barnum Festival: A long-standing tradition dating back to 1948, this neighborhood festival celebrates local businesses and honors world-renowned showman P.T. Barnum with parades, concerts, and family-friendly events.
- Ola Latin Kitchen (694 Brooklawn Ave, Bridgeport CT): A Latin fusion restaurant offering flavorful small plates, artistic presentation, and impeccable service.
- Barnum Museum (820 Main St, Bridgeport, CT): Currently getting a makeover, this museum is the ultimate tribute to P.T. Barnum, packed with over 60,000 artifacts related to his life, Bridgeport, and the history of the circus.
- The Stress Factory Comedy Club (90 Church St, Bridgeport CT): Laugh the night away at this comedy club chain, owned by comedian Vinnie Brand. Feast on classic American grub while listening to stand-ups from famous faces and rising stars.
- Downtown Cabaret Theatre (263 Golden Hill St #3, Bridgeport, CT): This cabaret-style theater lets you bring your own food and drinks, making it perfect for a relaxed and inexpensive night out. It’s the spot for family fun and a great way to introduce young ones to the magic of theater.
- Soundside Music Festival: Formerly known as Sound on Sound, this Seaside Park festival adds big names like Foo Fighters, Noah Kahan, and Fleet Foxes to its impressive two-day lineup.