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CRAFTING MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES IN THE HEART OF DARIEN, CONNECTICUT. HANDMADE PASTAS, WOOD-FIRED PIZZAS, AND A CURATED WINE LIST.
From the heart
of the Levant.
Scena is Darien’s ode to the rich culinary heritage of the post-road Mediterranean—an homage to a region defined by hospitality, contemporary Italian tradition, and the memories that shape community. Drawing from local Connecticut seasonal ingredients and recipes that define our coastal roots, Scena presents a culinary expression that unites both worlds: a celebration of nostalgic flavors and an elevated spirit of fine wine.
Our Story
Rooted in the rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean and elevated for the contemporary palate, Scena Wine Bar & Restaurant brings a refined dining experience to the heart of Darien, Connecticut. Our journey is defined by a passion for artisanal craftsmanship—from our hand-rolled house pastas to the crackle of our signature wood-fired brick oven.
Every dish is a celebration of nostalgic coastal flavors, pairing seasonal local ingredients with an exceptional, meticulously curated wine selection in a warm, sophisticated atmosphere.
Welcome to Scena
Wine Bar & Restaurant
Located in the heart of Darien, Scena combines sophisticated coastal charm with an intimate, upscale atmosphere. We specialize in custom tasting plates, artisan house-made pastas, and premium wine pairings curated to elevate every moment.
Location
1077 Post Rd,
Darien, CT 06820
Experience
Fine Mediterranean Dining,
Wood-Fired Artisanal Oven &
Sommelier Curated Wine Bar
Brunch Menu
Two-Course Prix Fix ($26)
PRIMI (Choose One)
Soup of the Day
please ask your server
Avocado Toast
poached eggs, arugula salad, pancetta
Calamari Fritti
fresh tomato sauce - lemon aioli
Organic Mista Salad
cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette, parmesan
Apple & Blue Cheese Salad
mixed greens, dried cranberries, cucumbers, red onions, candy walnuts, champagne vinaigrette
Shaved Brussels Sprout
crispy parmesan risotto cake, black truffle vinaigrette
Mussels Fra Diavolo
garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil, marinara, chili flakes crostini
Crispy Artichokes
shaved red onions, jalapeños, cilantro, ricotta salata, lemon aioli
Eggplant Parmigiano
tomato sauce, house made mozzarella
House-made Meatballs
tomato sauce, parmesan crostini
SECONDI (Choose One)
Bacon Omelette
apple wood smoked bacon, cabot cheddar, green onions
Challah French Toast
maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream
Eggs Benedict
poached eggs, canadian bacon, English muffin, hollandaise sauce
Alaskan Benedict
poached eggs, avocado, sliced smoked salmon, English muffin, hollandaise
Two Handed BLT
Irish bacon, avocado, plum tomatoes, Boston bibb lettuce, aioli, home - made chips
Grilled Chicken Wrap
caramelized onions, "LTO" avocado spicy aioli, cheddar cheese, French fries
Chicken Milanese
arugula, cherry tomato, lemon aioli, parmesan cheese
Grilled Salmon
roasted potatoes, baby carrots, red beet vinaigrette
Sweet Corn Ravioli
mushrooms, parmesan, brown butter pine nuts - sage sauce
All Natural Grass Fed Burger
cabot cheddar, maple wood smoked bacon, russian dressing, lettuce, tomato, crispy onions, toasted brioche, french fries
Wine By The Glass
Sparkling, Rosé & White Wine
Champagne, Jean Mallet Brut France
$20
Prosecco Rose, Fratelli Cozza Italy
$11
Prosecco, San Gaudenzio Italy
$11
Rose Langhe, Diego Pressenda Italy
$13
Pinot Grigio, Fratelli Cozza Italy
$11
Gavi di Gavi, Il Rocchin Italy
$13
Chardonnay, Chalk Hill Sonoma
$16
Chardonnay, Labrune France
$12
Sauvignon Blanc, Hans Greyl NZ
$12
Sancerre, Lemain Pouillot France
$18
Red Wine
Brunello di Montalcino, Martoccina, Italy
$24
Barolo, San Gaudenzio, Italy
$20
Cabernet Sauvignon, Winter Napa
$17
Cabernet Sauvignon, Meschini, ARG
$12
Rioja Reserve, Marques de Pintueles
$13
Pinot Noir, Row 503, Willamette Valley
$15
Pinot Noir, Labrune France
$12
Super Tuscan, Mocine, Italy
$15
Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, Fratelli Cozza
$11
Malbec Reserva, ARG
$12
Cocktails & Beer
Cocktails ($14.95)
Organic Cucumber Martini
crop cucumber vodka, st. germain, lime juice
Blood Orange Cosmo
stoli orange vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice, pomegranate liquor
French 75
empress gin, prosecco, lemon juice, dash of simple syrup, lemon twist
Martini (Peach - Mango - Passion Fruit)
Premium vodka Kiki, lime juice, simple syrup
Beer ($8)
Peroni • Two Roads • Lagunitas IPA • Brooklyn Lager • Coors Light • Corona • Heineken 00
Lunch Menu
Two-Course Prix Fix ($26)
PRIMI (Choose One)
Soup of the Day
please ask your server
Organic Mista Salad
cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette, parmesan
Apple & Blue Cheese Salad
mixed greens, dried cranberries, cucumbers, red onions, candy walnuts, champagne vinaigrette
Shaved Brussels Sprout
crispy parmesan risotto cake, black truffle vinaigrette
Mac & Cheese
elbow pasta, cheddar, fontina, toasted bread crumbs
Calamari Fritti
fresh tomato sauce lemon aioli
Mussels Fra Diavolo
garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil, marinara, chili flakes crostini
Crispy Artichokes
shaved red onion, jalapeños, cilantro, ricotta salata, lemon aioli
Eggplant Parmigiano
tomato sauce, house made mozzarella
House-made Meatballs
tomato sauce, parmesan crostini
SECONDI (Choose One)
Grilled Salmon
roasted potatoes, baby carrots, red beet vinaigrette
Pan Seared Bronzini
golden raisin and cauliflower cous-cous, asparagus, grilled shrimp garnish, herb beurre blanc sauce
Chicken & Wild Mushroom Pappardelle
roasted organic chicken, fresh herbs, truffle oil, parmesan
Penne alla Vodka
spicy sausage, sweet peas, parmesan cheese
Grilled Chicken Wrap
caramelized onions, "LTO" avocado spicy aioli, cheddar cheese, French fries
Two Handed BLT
irish bacon, avocado, plum tomatoes, bibb lettuce, aioli, home made chips
Chicken Milanese
arugula, cherry tomato, lemon aioli, parmesan cheese
Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
grilled chicken, pecorino romano, fresh pepper
Sweet Corn Ravioli
mushrooms, parmesan, brown butter pine nuts - sage sauce
All Natural Grass Fed Burger
cabot cheddar, maple wood smoked bacon, russian dressing, lettuce, tomato, crispy onions, toasted brioche, french fries
Wine By The Glass
Sparkling, Rosé & White Wine
Champagne, Jean Mallet Brut France
$20
Prosecco Rose, Fratelli Cozza Italy
$11
Prosecco, San Gaudenzio Italy
$11
Rose Langhe, Diego Pressenda Italy
$13
Pinot Grigio, Fratelli Cozza Italy
$11
Gavi di Gavi, Il Rocchin Italy
$13
Chardonnay, Chalk Hill Sonoma
$16
Chardonnay, Labrune France
$12
Sauvignon Blanc, Hans Greyl NZ
$12
Sancerre, Lemain Pouillot France
$18
Red Wine
Brunello di Montalcino, Martoccina, Italy
$24
Barolo, San Gaudenzio, Italy
$20
Cabernet Sauvignon, Winter Napa
$17
Cabernet Sauvignon, Meschini, ARG
$12
Rioja Reserve, Marques de Pintueles
$13
Pinot Noir, Row 503, Willamette Valley
$15
Pinot Noir, Labrune France
$12
Super Tuscan, Mocine, Italy
$15
Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, Fratelli Cozza
$11
Malbec Reserva, ARG
$12
Cocktails & Beer
Cocktails ($14.95)
Organic Cucumber Martini
crop cucumber vodka, st. germain, lime juice
Blood Orange Cosmo
stoli orange vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice, pomegranate liquor
French 75
empress gin, prosecco, lemon juice, dash of simple syrup, lemon twist
Martini (Peach Mango - Passion Fruit)
Premium vodka Kiki, lime juice, simple syrup
Beer ($8)
Peroni • Two Roads • Lagunitas IPA • Brooklyn Lager • Coors Light • Corona • Heineken 00
Dinner Menu
Starters & Shares
Cheese Platter ($28)
prosciutto, soppressata, salami, goat cheese croquettes, orange marmalade, selection of cheese, berries, crostini
Spicy Salmon Tartare ($15)
jalapeño, baby arugula, chipotle aioli, home made chips
Tuna Tartare ($16)
soy, shallots, cilantro, avocado mousse, house made chips
Steak Tartare ($16)
truffle aioli, parmesan crostini, quail egg
Grilled Calamari ($17)
white beans, anchovies, cherry peppers, lemon olive oil
Sicilian Calamari ($15)
fried and tossed with hot cherry peppers, marinara sauce
Charred Octopus ($21)
roasted garlic white bean puree, piquillo peppers, cherry tomatoes, avocado
Mussels Fra Diavolo ($16)
garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil, marinara, chili flakes crostini
Crispy Artichokes ($16)
onion, jalapeños, cilantro, ricotta salata, lemon aioli
Eggplant Parmigiano ($14)
tomato sauce, house made mozzarella
Mac & Cheese ($13)
elbow pasta, cheddar, fontina, toasted bread crumbs
House-made Meatballs ($14)
all-natural grass fed beef, tomato sauce, parmesan crostini
Insalata
Mediterranean Salad ($14)
arugula, tomato, olives, pepperoncini, feta, citrus vinaigrette
Organic Mista Salad ($11)
cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette, parmesan
Romaine Caesar ($13)
garlic croutons, parmesan, marinated white anchovies
Apple & Blue Cheese Salad ($14)
mixed greens, dried cranberries, cucumbers, red onions, candy walnuts, champagne vinaigrette
Shaved Brussels Sprout ($16)
crispy parmesan risotto cake, black truffle vinaigrette
Goat Cheese Croquettes ($14)
baby arugula, mixed greens, shaved red onion, pine nuts, balsamic vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Carpaccio Salad ($14)
balsamic, red onions, lemon oil, crushed pistachios
Pear & Arugula Salad ($13)
endive, spiced pecans, manchego, raspberry vinaigrette
Pizze
Margherita ($18)
fresh mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, basil, parmesan
Prosciutto & Arugula ($20)
fresh mozzarella, parmesan, fontina
Spicy Sausage ($21)
tomato, piquillo peppers, green olive, house mozzarella
Broccoli Rabe & Sausage ($21)
pecorino, parmesan, broccoli rabe, mozzarella, fennel sausage
Home Made Pasta
Chicken & Wild Mushroom Pappardelle ($24)
roasted organic chicken, fresh herbs, truffle oil, regiano parmesan
Ricotta Gnocchi Bolognese ($25)
all natural grass fed beef bolognese, aged pecorino
Sausage Saffron Tagliatelle ($24)
house-made fennel sausage, broccoli rabe, basil pesto, parmesan
Linguini Vongole ($26)
little neck clams, shaved garlic, pancetta, sauterne wine, cherry peppers
Seafood Tagliatelle ($34)
lobster, shrimp, scallops, peas, rustic tomatoes, brandy-lobster sauce
Penne alla Vodka ($24)
spicy sausage, sweet peas, parmesan cheese
Sweet Corn Ravioli ($23)
mushrooms, parmesan, brown butter pine nuts - sage sauce
Bucatini Cacio e Pepe ($25)
grilled chicken, pecorino romano, fresh pepper
Secondi
Pan Seared Bronzini ($33)
golden raisin and cauliflower cous-cous, asparagus, grilled shrimp garnish, herb beurre blanc sauce
Grilled Salmon ($31)
roasted potatoes, baby carrots, red beet vinaigrette
Seared Ahi Tuna ($32)
wild rice, sauteed broccolini, bernaise sauce
Seared Scallops ($36)
scallion mashed potatoes, lobster, almonds, haricot vert, citrus sauce
Seafood Pan Roast ($35)
parmesan risotto, clams, mussels, shrimp, lobster, tomato herb sauce
Roasted All-Natural Chicken ($29)
spicy sausage, mushrooms, whipped potato, spinach, cherry peppers, pomodoro
Chicken Milanese ($25)
arugula, cherry tomato, lemon aioli, parmesan cheese
Chicken Piccata ($24)
mashed potatoes, haricot-verts, lemon butter caper sauce
Pork Chop Scarpariello ($30)
roasted potatoes, sautéed broccoli rabe, spicy Italian sausage, hot cherry peppers, mushroom demi-glace
All Natural Grass Fed Burger ($25)
cabot cheddar, maple wood smoked bacon, russian dressing, lettuce, tomato, crispy onions, toasted brioche, french fries
Grilled NY Strip Steak ($43)
truffle french fries, asparagus, green peppercorn shallot demi glace
Grilled Hanger Steak ($34)
sautéed spinach, truffle smashed potatoes, chimichurri sauce
Sides
grilled asparagus ($8)
sautéed spinach ($8)
roasted sprouts ($8)
french fries ($7)
truffle parmensan fries ($8)
green bean & garlic ($8)
Wine By The Glass
Sparkling, Rosé & White Wine
Champagne, Jean Mallet Brut France
$20
Prosecco Rose, Fratelli Cozza Italy
$11
Prosecco Selvaggio Brut
$11
Rose Langhe, Diego Pressenda Italy
$13
Rose Sancere Jean - Pierre France
$16
Pinot Grigio, Fratelli Cozza Italy
$11
Gavi di Gavi, Il Rocchin Italy
$13
Chardonnay, Chalk Hill Sonoma
$16
Chardonnay, Labrune France
$13
Sauvignon Blanc, Mussel Bay NZ
$12
Sancerre Cuvée de La Reserva France
$18
Red Wine
Brunello di Montalcino, Martoccina Italy
$24
Barolo, San Gaudenzio Italy
$20
Cabernet Sauvignon Winter Napa
$17
Cabernet Sauvignon Meschini ARG
$12
Rioja Reserve, Marques de Pintueles
$13
Pinot Noir, Row 503 Willamette Valley
$15
Pinot Noir, Italo Cescon Italy
$15
Pinot Noir, Labrune France
$13
Super Tuscan, Mocine Italy
$11
Montepulciano D'Abruzzo Fratelli Cozza
$13
Malbec Reserva, ARG
$12
Cocktails & Spirits
House Barrel Aged ($15.95)
Smoked Maple Old Fashioned
Mitcher's bourbon, maple syrup, angostura aromatica bitters, orange bitters
Sicilian Manhattan
Sagamore spirit signature rye, solerno blood orange, averna amaro siciliano
The Godfather
Bourbon, amaretto, sweet vermouth
Mocktails ($12.95)
Mexican Mule
Clean T non-alcoholic tequila, lime juice, ginger beer
Sex On The Beach
Clean T non-alcoholic vodka, peach puree, orange juice, cranberry juice
* These items are or can be served raw or undercooked or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
Dessert
Desserts
TIRAMISU ($11)
shaved dark chocolate, chocolate sauce
LAVA CAKE ($13)
vanilla gelato, strawberry coulis
CHOCOLATE PROFITEROLES ($12)
vanilla gelato, warm chocolate sauce
CRÉME BRULEE ($12)
vanilla bean, sugar in the raw
WARM APPLE COBBLER ($12)
old fashion oatmeal crumble, sea salt caramel gelato, bourbon caramel sauce
CHOCOLATE BROWNIE ($11)
créeme anglaise, vanilla gelato
LIMONCELLO RASPBERRY CAKE ($12)
raspberry sauce
TRUFFLE CHOCOLATE CAKE ($12)
créeme anglaise
BISCOTTI & HOT CHOCOLATE ($11)
biscotti, warm chocolate dipping sauce
AFFOGATO ($13)
vanilla gelato, shot of espresso & baileys, biscotti
GELATO ($10)
Chocolate, Vanilla, Sea Salt Caramel, Mint Chips Chocolate
SORBET ($10)
coconut, raspberry
After Dinner Drinks
Scotch Single Malt
The Glenrothes Cask ($13)
Glenmorangie Original ($13)
Glenmorangie 12 ($15)
Glenmorangie Nectar ($16)
Glenfiddich 12 ($14)
Glenfiddich 18 ($20)
Lagavulin 16 ($18)
Oban 14 ($18)
Glendonarch 12 ($14)
Macallan 12 ($18)
Macallan 15 ($26)
The Balvenie 12 ($18)
The Balvenie 14 ($24)
Glenlivet 12 ($14)
Glenlivet 18 ($22)
Whisky / Scotch
Johnnie Walker Red ($13)
Johnnie Walker Black ($15)
Johnnie Walker Blue ($38)
Crown Royal Maple ($13)
The Famous Grouse ($12)
Chivas ($13)
Dewars ($13)
Bourbon
Redemption ($13)
Knob Creek ($14)
Makers Mark ($14)
Basil Hayden's ($15)
Bulleit ($13)
Whistlepig ($18)
Hudson Bright Light ($15)
Woodford Reserve ($18)
Woodinville Bourbon ($14)
Mitcher's ($15)
Evan Williams ($13)
Cognac, Armagnac, Grappa & Port
Remy Martin VSOP ($13)
Remy Martin 1738 ($18)
Hennessy VSOP ($14)
Sibona Grappa ($13)
Grappa Caffo ($14)
Royal Oporto 40 Port ($30)
Sandeman 10 Port ($14)
Hosting an Event?
Crafting Unforgettable Moments with
Exceptional Hospitality.
Whether you are organizing an intimate business gathering, celebrating a milestone birthday, or planning a rehearsal dinner in the heart of Darien, Scena Wine Bar & Restaurant offers a sophisticated backdrop for your most meaningful private events.
From custom tasting plates and artisan house-made pastas to curated wine pairings designed by our sommelier, our team takes pride in tailoring every detail to deliver a premium, seamless, and memorable culinary experience for you and your guests.
“Savor the artistry of every moment. Here, flavor becomes a curated experience, born from fire and the vines.”
SCENA
Artisan Wood-Fired Pizzas
Crispy, thin-crust pizzas baked directly by fire in our signature brick oven. From the classic Margherita to gourmet combinations layered with fresh San Marzano tomatoes, premium cheeses, and coastal aromatic herbs.
House-Made Pastas & Entrées
Contemporary Mediterranean and Italian dishes crafted with precision. Indulge in rich, hand-rolled pappardelle with wild mushrooms, tender sea bass, and exquisite meat cuts curated to elevate your dining experience.
Curated Small Plates & Salads
The perfect introduction to your evening. Featuring our highly-acclaimed shaved Brussels sprouts over crispy parmesan risotto cakes, artisanal charcuterie, and seasonal local greens tossed in light, refined vinaigrettes.
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