Bonda - Fairfield

Amazing!!! Excellent service and exceptional food. I had the grilled romaine salad (always a favorite) and the grilled octopus. I have never had octopus be so t... read more Amazing!!! Excellent service and exceptional food. I had the grilled romaine salad (always a favorite) and the grilled octopus. I have never had octopus be so tender...I highly recommend it! For dinner, I split a halibut dinner with my sister...an excellent choice! I don't think you can go wrong with anything on their menu... everything I've had there has been delicious! Enjoy.

The food was amazing, and I was pleasantly surprised by how beautifully presented it was. However, I did find it a bit pricey—over $200 for three people. The at... read more The food was amazing, and I was pleasantly surprised by how beautifully presented it was. However, I did find it a bit pricey—over $200 for three people. The atmosphere was quite cozy, but it made me feel a bit uneasy having other tables close by, especially in a post-COVID world. Unfortunately, we were seated next to someone who was clearly unwell and coughed continuously throughout our meal. The service also felt slow for a Saturday night, though the staff were very polite when attending to us. I would recommend giving it another try in the summer when outdoor seating is an option.

We absolutely adore Bonda! It’s consistently a dependable option for a delightful dinner. The menu is fascinating and brimming with vibrant flavors. There’s so... read more We absolutely adore Bonda! It’s consistently a dependable option for a delightful dinner. The menu is fascinating and brimming with vibrant flavors. There’s so much to taste and appreciate!

My husband and I discovered Bonda during a late-night Google search after attending a high school football game nearby. What a fortunate discovery! Bonda was ab... read more My husband and I discovered Bonda during a late-night Google search after attending a high school football game nearby. What a fortunate discovery! Bonda was absolutely fantastic! The food, service, and atmosphere were all outstanding. Every server we interacted with was incredibly friendly and provided excellent service. The owner or manager, not entirely sure which, was also very welcoming and delightful to chat with. The food was fresh and delicious. Even though we live more than an hour away, we will definitely make the trip back. Thank you for such a wonderful experience for both us and our dog! She received plenty of love and attention as well.

Bonda is an outstanding spot, somewhat of a hidden treasure in Southport. I’m always surprised more people don’t know about it, but the peaceful ambiance and th... read more Bonda is an outstanding spot, somewhat of a hidden treasure in Southport. I’m always surprised more people don’t know about it, but the peaceful ambiance and the warm, attentive service truly make it special. The food is absolutely exceptional—easily 14 out of 10. You’ll find yourself coming back often, as the menu regularly showcases inventive new dishes. It’s difficult to categorize—neither purely fusion, Continental, French, nor Italian—but it’s consistently a wonderful dining experience.