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About

Ripka’s Bulls Head Market was a name in transition. Originally named for the Bulls Head section of Stamford, leaving its roots needed a newer identity seemed to be apt. Bulls Head Market name seemed to be melting in to the synonymous famous name for deli meats that came to most minds outside of the Stamford area. Ripka’s was an easy fit with the founding partner tagging his name to the product.
Originally a single deli the passion for growing a multifaceted food service company became the calling in my heart. Having been a chef and trained sommelier as well as manager for a variety of restaurants and concepts, some my own and most for others, I felt I could put my passion in to creating an environment that would develop new business opportunities surrounding the food service sector…from a café concept to full service catering to corporate food service, my goal is to develop people and products and answer the market I am in.

More importantly our business is about quality products, good service, fare pricing and community involvement.

Its not been an easy road in this tough business climate but we continue to push to answer the markets we are in and look forward to developing people and products as we grow.

For over 50 years “the concession” in Calf Pasture Beach was just a convenience in the summer; now it’s a destination year round. Ripka’s Beach Café is a very casual beachside restaurant that caters to a wide range of clients; from bare backed skateboarders to “70 somethings” enjoying the freshest of local oysters and shellfish, lobsters, fresh salads and specials including adult beverages, to simple burgers and dogs.

Ripka’s is definitely a locals spot in and off season where the views are unmatched, the food is great without the Fairfield County Price tag.

Flip Flops to Sunday best…everyone fits in here!

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Norwalk, Connecticut

Last Updated on Apr 23 2018, 8:52 am EDT

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Hours of Operation

For any inquiries, please call 203.956.6060

Ripka’s Beach Cafe – 99 Calf Pasture Beach Road in Norwalk 06855

Fall & Winter Hours:

  • Weekends only with the exception of catering  
  • hours may change depending on weather
  • Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM 
  • check our facebook page for up to the minute changes and additions

 

Testimonials

Had a fantastic beach barbeque wedding at Ripka’s this August. Clyde and his staff literally handled…
Betsey Ingrahm – Via Yelp
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Stopped here last Sunday and was surprised to find very good food at the beach. I had freshly shucke…
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Great raw bar choices at the beach. I generally find Ripka’s a bit over priced($2/shrimp??), but …
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Went there for dinner and had a hot lobster roll and raw oysters. The lobster roll was lobster meat,…
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My husband and I wanted to kick off Memorial Weekend with a lobster dinner. We called Ripkas and ask…
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Good food, friendly and fast service. French fries were awesome and chicken fingers were crispy and …
Liz A via Yelp
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I have truly enjoyed everything I’ve gotten here so far. The DUKE sandwich is awesome. I have had N…
Maggie S via yelp
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Surprisingly good food. The oyster “Poor Boys are to die for as are the shrimp. There are then usual…
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After an afternoon on the beach with friends we settled in at Ripka’s for a clambake followed by a c…
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Great location, views, food, and its right on the beach! Having been here several times the food …
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I saw an ad for Ripka’s one night on cable a while ago & have been meaning to stop by. What a great …
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The buffalo chicken burger is of the best burgers I had! The patty is made of minced chicken meat an…
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Upcoming Events

Apr
28
Sat
6:00 pm Norwalk Seaport Gala Event @ Norwalk Inn and Conference Center
Norwalk Seaport Gala Event @ Norwalk Inn and Conference Center
Apr 28 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Norwalk Seaport Gala Event @ Norwalk Inn and Conference Center  | Norwalk | Connecticut | United States
 
May
19
Sat
5:00 pm Traditional Clam Bake @ Ripka's Beach Cafe
Traditional Clam Bake @ Ripka's Beach Cafe
May 19 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Traditional Clam Bake @ Ripka's Beach Cafe | Norwalk | Connecticut | United States
Clam Bake – Your Choice of: Adult – Lobster – $55.00 Adult 2 lb Lobster -$65.00 Adult – Chicken – $30.00 Adult – 14oz Grilled Rib Eye Steak -$40 MENU New England Clam Chowder Classic[...]
May
25
Fri
5:30 pm Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent
Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent
May 25 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent | Norwalk | Connecticut | United States
Live Music, Pizza, Raw Bar and Drink Deals – Music TBA
Jun
1
Fri
5:30 pm Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent
Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent
Jun 1 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent | Norwalk | Connecticut | United States
Live Music, Pizza, Raw Bar and Drink Deals – Music TBA
Jun
8
Fri
5:30 pm Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent
Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent
Jun 8 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Find Your Beach Friday! @ Ripkas Beach Cafe Tent | Norwalk | Connecticut | United States
Live Music, Pizza, Raw Bar and Drink Deals – Music TBA
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