"A generous Southern comfort kitchen at The SoNo Collection — honey fried chicken, mac and cheese and biscuits that suit family tables and big groups."
About Jacob's Pickles
Jacob's Pickles opened in November 2023 at The SoNo Collection in Norwalk, the New York comfort-food brand's first Connecticut location. It anchors part of our South Norwalk dining coverage as the go-to room for Southern American comfort food and a buzzing family-friendly table.
Founded by Jacob Hadjigeorgis on Manhattan's Upper West Side, the brand built its name on biscuits, pickles and unapologetically generous Southern plates, and the SoNo dining room carries that same loud, welcoming energy.
The Kitchen
The kitchen is Southern comfort done with intent: buttermilk honey fried chicken, the famous mac and cheese, biscuits and gravy, and of course the house pickles that gave the brand its name. Biscuit sandwiches — including BBQ-smothered pepper jack chicken — are a signature.
Newer plates round it out: white bean hummus with pickled crudités, jalapeño-cheddar skillet cornbread, smash burgers, maple chicken 'n' toast, blackened shrimp with penne vodka, fried catfish and hand-cut ribeye.
The Room
The room is big, bright and lively — a mall-adjacent flagship built for families, friends and weekend crowds rather than a quiet date. Service is warm and used to feeding a full house at brunch and dinner.
Reservations are taken and worth making at peak weekend times, though walk-ins are part of the rhythm.
Not for
Not for a hushed romantic dinner or a light, restrained meal — this is loud, generous Southern comfort food built for big appetites and bigger groups.
Frequently Asked
What is Jacob's Pickles known for?
Southern comfort food: buttermilk honey fried chicken, the famous mac and cheese, biscuits and gravy, biscuit sandwiches and a range of house pickles, all served in generous portions.
Where is Jacob's Pickles in Norwalk?
At The SoNo Collection, 100 N Water Street in the historic South Norwalk (SoNo) district.
When did it open?
The South Norwalk location opened in November 2023 — the brand's first restaurant in Connecticut.
How much does it cost?
It sits in the moderate $$ band, with most plates running roughly $14-28 and a typical meal for two around $50-80.
Is it good for groups and families?
Yes — the big, lively room, shareable plates and brunch service make it a natural for families, friends and team lunches.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at Jacob's Pickles
Reservations are taken and advised at peak weekend times. Find it at The SoNo Collection, 100 N Water Street in South Norwalk.
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Practical Information
Address100 N Water St, The SoNo Collection, Norwalk
NeighbourhoodSouth Norwalk (SoNo)
CuisineSouthern American comfort food
PriceMost plates roughly $14-28; about $50-80 for two
Dress CodeCasual
OpenedNovember 2023
ReservationReservations taken; walk-ins welcome
