OUR STORY

Match was an early pioneer of South Norwalk, opening on Washington Street in 1999 and helping to revitalize the now bustling SoNo neighborhood. Over the years, we’ve built a reputation as one of the state’s most beloved restaurants by dining critics and diners alike, who appreciate our consistency, culinary creativity, and fun atmosphere.

THE APPROACH

Our seasonal & globally influenced menu has been refined by owner and chef Matt Storch over the last 14 years. Matt uses classic worldly dishes and cooking techniques as the base and then twists them into the uniquely creative menu that changes daily. In addition to the beloved “Match classics,” we leverage the changing seasonal ingredients we source from nearby Connecticut farms to create dishes that excites every bud on your palate.

THE SPACE

The restaurant’s rustic urban design is defined by bold pops of our signature deep purple, dark walnut wood floor, exposed brick, antique wood surfaces, and bright white chairs throughout the dining room. Facing Washington Street, our front room is a cozy space for intimate dinners lit by a dramatic industrial-inspired chandelier made of pipe fittings and bare bulbs. A large and airy dining room stands at the heart of Match, with flexible seating between our two bars: our central bar is devoted to our popular craft cocktail program with a rear bar doubling as an intimate chefs table in front of the wood burning oven.

THE PEOPLE

MATT STORCH

Chef/Owner

Born and raised in Westport, CT, Matt is the Chef/Owner of Match as well as the Owner of Match Burger Lobster in Westport, CT. Matt recently competed and won Chopped on The Food Network & will soon be featured on another Food Network Show! Traveling around the globe as a child inspired his eclectic taste in food and ignited his passion for cooking, he still enjoys traveling for food and hitting the most influential restaurants around the world, El Bulli in Spain is just one example. Matt graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park and spent several formative years with Chef Todd English. Matt joined Match soon after the restaurant opened, galvanizing its signature ‘Twist on Classics’ approach rooted in traditional global techniques, heavily influenced by the Asian continent. Matt has cooked at The James Beard House on many occasions as well as cooking for the likes of Jacques Pepin, Julia Child and countless other culinary luminaries.
SUSAN McCONNELL

General Manger/Owner

A native of Scotland, Susan has called Match home for its entire 14-year history. Beginning as a bartender, moving on to general manager, to becoming a partner this year, Susan is a familiar face at the front of the house, embracing our customers and ensuring Match’s smooth operations. Susan is the matriarch of the Match family and without her Match is not Match!
KATE FIORE

Bar Manager

Our bar manager, Kate Fiore, brings her background in hospitality and fine art & design to her current role at Match. With an emphasis on creativity and fun, Kate’s cocktails often provide an off-the-beaten-path type of experience that is always a hit. Kate believes in mirroring any cocktail menu to the Chef’s, paying attention to seasonal fruits and vegetables as well as culinary trends to keep the bar exciting and refreshing year round. Kate has been recognized for her particular attention to constantly rotating beer taps as well as one of the best and most carefully curated bourbon selections in the state. Kate is a member of the U.S. Bartender’s Guild and loves participating regularly in charity & industry events through the restaurant.