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A starting point for exploring Norwalk
Explore a shortlist from our researched local directory. Each group explains how its places were selected. These suggestions are separate from the community votes above and do not represent a citywide award.
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See your saved places →Local restaurants to get to know
Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.
Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.
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Dulce Canella
Dulce Canella specializes in churros and other desserts in Norwalk. The shop prepares churros when ordered, piping and frying the dough before coating it with cinnamon and sugar.
Restaurant
Los Compadres Mexican Restaurant
Los Compadres Mexican Restaurant is a restaurant on 11600 Rosecrans Avenue in Norwalk.
(562) 929-0061
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Restaurant
Ozen Sushi
Ozen Sushi serves sushi in Norwalk and offers online ordering for takeout. Its website includes a menu and links to third-party delivery options.
Independent shops worth exploring
Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Flower and gift shop
Ana’s Flowers
Ana’s Flowers is a locally owned flower and gift shop on Rosecrans Avenue in Norwalk. It offers custom floral arrangements, plants, gift baskets, greeting cards and home decor.
Sporting goods shop
Bob's Fishing Tackle
Bob's Fishing Tackle is a sporting-goods shop on 12130 Firestone Blvd in Norwalk.
Clothing shop
Bridal Fashion Lorena
Bridal Fashion Lorena is a clothing shop on 11872 Rosecrans Ave in Norwalk.
Resale shop
Community Pawn Shop
Community Pawn Shop is a resale shop on Firestone Boulevard in Norwalk. Its retail inventory includes jewelry, watches, tools, electronics and musical instruments, available online and in-store.
Grocery store
Coras Market
Coras Market is a grocery store on 16109 Norwalk Blvd in Norwalk.
Grocery store
Dos Amigos Market
Dos Amigos Market is a grocery store on 13310 San Antonio Dr in Norwalk.
Make a day of it
Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Bookstore
La Senda Antigua UPCI
La Senda Antigua UPCI is a bookstore on 15000 Studebaker Rd in Norwalk.
Want a different neighborhood or cuisine? Search all 114 places in our directory →. These selections are not paid placements.