Surprises are great, and so is The Duck Inn.

Pleasant house is a tiny place in Bridgeport that’s making pot pies cool again.

Kimski is a Korean-Polish bar part of Maria’s Community Tavern in Bridgeport, and it’s an excellent spot for a casual hang over food and drinks.

Maria’s is an excellent neighborhood bar/liquor store in Bridgeport, sharing space with Korean-Polish counter-service spot Kimski.

Nana is a weekday breakfast spot in Bridgeport.

Marz Community Brewing Co. is a taproom in a unique warehouse space serving sandwiches and creative pub food.

A Place By Damao is a small Chinese restaurant in Bridgeport with delicious Sichuan small plates.

Sugar Shack is an ice cream shop in Bridgeport that specializes in funnel cake sundaes.

35th Street Red Hots is a classic hot dog stand in Bridgeport.