New, Unique Eatery 'DIG' To Open In Stamford

STAMFORD, CT — The old Bull's Head Diner which closed in 2021 has been transformed into a new, unique eatery that has something for everyone. DIG, a chef-centric restaurant based in New York City, will open up at 43 High Ridge Road the week of April 17.

DIG has locations in Boston and Cambridge, Mass., Bridgewater Township, N.J., New York City, Philadelphia, Pa., Rye Brook, N.Y., and soon-to-be in Washington, D.C.

The Stamford location will be the restaurant's first stand-alone location.

DIG's seasonal menu is scratch-cooked and features fresh salads and market plates curated by their in-house chefs. The menu is rotated regularly, highlighting the freshest vegetables of the season.

Patrons can expect various salad and grain bowls. Current offerings include the beet & goat cheese bowl: farm greens, roasted red beets with clementines, preserved orange vinaigrette, with crumbled goat cheese, super-seed crunch with balsamic dressing on the side;

Or the kale caesar bowl: cashew kale caesar, farm greens with mint, tomatoes and cucumbers, and avocado, with cashew caesar dressing and toasted breadcrumbs on the side — among many other options.

You can also build our own bowl, add an a la carte side like roasted sweet potatoes or the Jasper Hill mac and cheese: Jasper Hill three-cheese blend, Ithaca milk, whole-wheat pasta with crispy panko breadcrumbs.

The Stamford location will offer a new sandwich program on house focaccia that's baked in-house, new dessert options like a sticky carrot cake, an expanded beer and wine list, a weekend brunch menu which will feature DIG's take on the classics, and a kids menu to keep the little ones happy.

Head of Marketing for DIG, Jessica Serrano, said Stamford was the perfect place to expand to.

"Stamford is a vibrant and growing city, with many young professionals and families moving to the area. We noticed that some residents who used to live in or still work in New York City already knew about DIG and were asking us to open up here. So we talked to more folks in the area and realized that there was a real need for fresh, delicious and affordable dining options like ours," she said.

The old Bull's Head Diner and location right off High Ridge Road was especially appealing.

"From the history of the Bull's Head Diner as a Stamford institution, to the incredible neon pole sign, to the natural light that pours through the old glass block in the evening as the sun goes down, it’s truly an iconic location and a place we’re be proud to call home as our first stand-alone restaurant.," Serrano added. "We want our customers to feel like they're part of something special, and we can’t wait to welcome the community into the space to share it with them."

The interior will accomodate around 60 guests, and there will also be an outdoor patio that can host an additional 38 people.

Serrano said the space will be different from any other DIG location that has opened in the past. The idea was to create a laid back, friendly environment that was inspired by the history of the Bull's Head Diner.

"We've taken the classic American diner and given it a modern makeover. It is bright and sun-filled with an open kitchen, plenty of tables for small and large groups, and a diner counter right by the kitchen for solo diners that want to be close to the action," Serrano said.

A special area has been designed for families.

"[There is] booth seating, a kids corner with video games and coloring books, and even a wall with chalk-board paint, so you can bring the little ones, have a bite to eat and a glass of wine or beer, and relax while they have fun," Serrano said.

There will also be a special pick-up window so people who order takeout can pick up their food quickly and conveniently without ever coming inside.

"We really tried to create an experience that will make it easy for everyone.," Serrano said.

What makes DIG unique from other restaurants is the combination of a unique dining experience that combines fresh, nourishing food with a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere, according to Serrano.

There will be a "make yourself at home" vibe at DIG Stamford.

"We call it ½ service, and we want our guests to feel at home. You can pop in for a quick lunch in under 10 minutes, or pour yourself a mug of coffee and stick around for a while," Serrano said. "It's a place to unwind with a glass of wine and a piece of focaccia, or to bring the family for a satisfying, home-cooked meal without the tablecloth or the fuss. We are here to serve. How you want to DIG is up to you."

The Stamford Chamber of Commerce is slated to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for DIG at 11 a.m. on April 24.

For more information, check out DIG's website.