Anthony's Experience at The Bedford in Connecticut

On March 14th, 2026, Martha opened a second location of her restaurant, The Bedford by Martha Stewart, at the Foxwoods Casino Resort in Mashantucket, Connecticut. Many celebrities, including Martha herself, attended the private opening dinner party the evening prior, but a few Martha Moments ambassadors had the chance to attend a seating on the restaurant's first day open to the public! Anthony Picozzi, a longtime Martha Moments contributor, enjoyed dinner there with his partner, Jake, and two friends from the Martha Moments online community, Tim Obert and Matt Obey. Below are Anthony's review of the restaurant and his photographs of the stunning new space. Thank you for sharing this, Anthony! Follow Anthony on Instagram @anthonypicozzi

Dinner at The Bedford: Martha Stewart's New Restaurant at Foxwoods

By Anthony Picozzi

If you follow Martha Stewart at all, you know her world is built around beautiful homes, thoughtful details, and food that feels special but still comforting. Her new restaurant, The Bedford, which just opened at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut, is basically that idea brought to life.

In keeping with the theme of her first restaurant in Las Vegas, the concept is that it’s modeled after Martha’s own 1925 farmhouse in Bedford, New York. The rooms are meant to feel like spaces in her home, with vintage décor, marble tables, cabinets filled with glassware, and little design details that feel very “Martha.” Instead of a typical restaurant layout, it really does feel more like walking into someone’s beautifully designed house.

As a longtime student of Martha, I jumped at the chance to experience The Bedford on opening night with my partner and our friends Tim and Matt, who are fellow members of the Martha Moments online community. Our reservation was at 9:00 PM, and what we thought would be dinner turned into a full three-hour experience. We didn’t leave until midnight, and by that point we were the last table still there!

One of the highlights of the night was where we were seated. We were first seated at a small table in the Green Room, which is designed to resemble Martha’s living room at her Bedford home, but later moved to the long marble table in the center of the room (because our appetizers wouldn’t fit at our original table lol).

The room itself is done in beautiful green tones with faux bois detailing and includes “windows” showing scenes from Martha’s property, her gardens, and even footage of her riding her Friesian horse. Sitting at that long marble table with friends felt more like being invited to a dinner party than being in a casino restaurant.

Since there were four of us, we decided the best approach was to share everything so we could try as much of the menu as possible.

We started with several appetizers:

• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
• Oysters Rockefeller
• Big Martha’s Pierogies (inspired by Martha’s mother’s recipe)
• Martha’s Big Turkey Meatball

One thing we were really hoping to try, the house-made bread basket (which includes JuneBug’s flatbread), was unfortunately unavailable by the time we were seated. That just gives us a reason to go back!

For the main dishes, we continued sharing and ordered:

• Honey Mustard Salmon
• Scallop Risotto
• Filet Mignon
• Kurobuto Pork Chop

Everything felt very “Martha” in the best way. Classic dishes done well, comforting but elevated.

One of the most memorable moments of the night actually came as a side dish.

We ordered two of Martha’s smashed baked potatoes, one with caviar and one without. They’re finished tableside, which makes the whole thing feel like a bit of dinner theater.

The server brings out a perfectly baked potato and smashes it open at the table before loading it up with crème fraîche, chives, butter, and bacon. One of ours was finished with caviar, which made it feel extra indulgent. It’s simple, but somehow also over-the-top in the best Martha way.

Naturally, we had to explore the cocktail menu as well.

Between the four of us we tried:

• The Martha-tini
• Frozen Pomegranate Martha-rita
• Classic Martha-rita
• Meyer Lemon Drop
• Espresso Martini

The lemon drop is one of Martha’s favorites, and it’s easy to see why. It might have been my personal favorite of the night.

Even after all of that, we couldn’t leave without dessert.

We shared:

• Upside-Down Lemon Meringue Pie
• Classic Crème Brûlée
• Chocolate Pistachio Tart

The lemon meringue pie was probably the standout for me, but honestly everything was good.

By the time we finished dinner, it was midnight and we were the only four left in the restaurant. Before heading out, we were able to walk around the restaurant to take photos and made one last stop at the Bedford gift shop. The waitstaff was very friendly; they loved pointing out details and were excited by our excitement!

I couldn’t resist picking up a few things: a Bedford hooded sweatshirt, a reusable water bottle, and a tote bag that says “In My Martha Era,” which felt pretty appropriate after the evening.

After three hours at the table, it was easy to see what Martha was trying to create here. The Bedford isn’t just a restaurant; it’s meant to feel like stepping into her world, where thoughtful design, classic recipes, and good company all come together around the table. Whether you’re a longtime Martha fan or just someone who appreciates a beautifully prepared meal, it’s the kind of place that invites you to slow down, share dishes with friends, and enjoy the evening a little longer than you planned. If opening night was any indication, The Bedford may quickly become one of my go-to restaurants.

Below is the menu:

Make a reservation: Click here!

Brian's Experience at The Bedford in Las Vegas

While in Las Vegas recently to celebrate a milestone birthday, Brian Utz (a longtime Martha Moments contributor) visited Martha's restaurant, The Bedford, located at the Paris Hotel. He dined here twice during his stay with his mom and he shares his experience with us here. Below are his review and his photographs. Thank you so much for sharing this, Brian! Follow Brian on Instagram @morbidhomemaker

The Bedford by Martha Stewart - A Love Letter To a Legacy

By Brian Utz

From the moment I began perusing the menu at The Bedford by Martha Stewart in Las Vegas, I felt transported back through decades of watching Martha teaching the masses how to live well. Each dish read like a page from memory. I could vividly recall watching Martha demonstrate many of these recipes on television, or stumbling upon them while flipping through one of her many cookbooks, including her milestone 100th book, where several of the restaurant’s dishes appear as mainstays.

 Seeing them brought to life at the table felt surreal. I even remembered watching Julie Williamson, “Junebug” to longtime viewers, prepare the famous garden flatbread on Martha’s show. When it arrived at our table, beautifully arranged like an edible bouquet, it felt like watching television history step directly onto the plate. 

Walking into The Bedford itself is an immersive experience. The restaurant is modeled after Martha’s own Bedford, New York home, and the attention to detail is meticulous. Faux-bois inlays, mirrored sconces, and elegant design touches create the sense that you’ve stepped inside Martha’s perfectly curated world. The details reveal themselves slowly. Faux-bois planters hold potted orchids — identical to those Martha sells through QVC. Cocktails arrive with linen napkins printed with a stately tree, the emblem of her Cantitoe Corners farm. 

At the entrance, trailing wisteria climbs up onto replicas of the Chinese granite posts from her property. Everywhere you look are subtle nods to Martha’s extraordinary career: copper pots lining the kitchen, photographs from her early modeling and stockbroker days, and shelves filled with the books that helped shape her empire. The Bedford feels both like a love letter to longtime fans and a reminder to newcomers of exactly who Martha Stewart is: a cultural force. 

No detail is overlooked. Even the music reflects her personality. The playlist — curated by Martha herself — blends timeless classics with songs from guests who have appeared on her show. At precisely 6:20 p.m., the unmistakable opening beats of “Still D.R.E.” filled the room. Martha’s a gangster. Well, not exactly — but she does famously work out to hip-hop. The service matched the polish of the environment. Our bartender, George, was exceptional, serving cocktails that felt like they belonged on the set of Martha’s television kitchen. 

The first party I ever hosted was a New Year’s Eve gathering inspired by the recipes I found on a Martha Stewart DVD, where I served White Cosmopolitans to my guests. Seeing that very cocktail on the menu felt like a full-circle moment. When it arrived, it looked identical to the photograph on MarthaStewart.com — complete with the delicate white orchid garnish. After drinks, we were escorted into the restaurant’s Brown Room, where LED panels display sweeping panoramic views of Martha’s Bedford farm. 

Our waiter, TJ, explained that this is the space where Martha personally entertains guests when she visits the restaurant. Diners can reserve Martha’s personal table, available for parties of two or four, and enjoy the evening from the same vantage point. The wingback chairs were so comfortable. They immediately reminded me of pieces from Martha’s Bernhardt furniture collection, upholstered here in an elegant green damask. Immersive experiences are often attempted but rarely executed well. The Bedford is a rare exception. 

The restaurant truly feels like stepping into a space Martha herself curated for guests spending an evening on her farm, transported to Las Vegas. We opted for the prix fixe menu, beginning with a generous bread basket featuring herbed cherry focaccia, Parker House rolls finished with flaky sea salt, and the celebrated garden flatbread — a stunning arrangement of onions, sage leaves, tomatillos, and tomatoes designed to resemble a blooming garden. The second course, a Caesar salad, was presented like sculpture with each leaf of lettuce meticulously stacked and dressed. 

My main course was the short rib ragù, deeply comforting and rich featuring homemade trecce pasta and grana Padano. For dessert, we enjoyed the Upside-Down Lemon Meringue Pie, another recipe featured in Martha’s 100th book. Beneath the meringue crust was a vibrant Meyer lemon curd, hidden under whipped cream, a delightful surprise revealed with the first bite. That moment reminded me of the first Martha recipe I ever made from the October 2005 Martha Stewart Living Magazine: her “Surprise Pasta,” a dish where roasted butternut squash and ricotta are hidden beneath buttery herbed bucatini. Martha has always loved an element of surprise in her cooking, and this dessert felt like a playful nod to tradition.

On the final evening of our trip, and just one day before my 40th birthday, we returned once more and ordered the seafood tower. Maine lobster, oysters, clams, scallops, shrimp and Martha's signature peekytoe crab cakes. 

For dessert we experienced Snow in the Dessert, presented tableside: a towering mount of delicate cotton cady dusted with gold leaf is hollowed out before a vibrant raspberry puree is poured into the center, cascading over a scoop of raspberry sorbet hidden inside. The dessert may not have appeared on Martha's television show or any of her books, but its theatricality evokes the whimsical spirit of grand New York dining rooms like The Four Seasons, the kind of place that undoubtedly helped inspire Martha's own hospitality philosophy. 

Whimsy and ambition have always been central to Martha’s brand. Whether it’s constructing a five-foot replica of her Turkey Hill estate out of gingerbread, building a haunted mansion with caramel windows, or spinning croquembouche towers taller than cars, Martha approaches the impossible with calm authority, and then invites viewers to follow along. That’s part of the magic. While her projects can seem intimidating, Martha always reminds us that every masterpiece starts with the basics, and a willingness to try. My advice? The next time Martha begins one of her iconic projects, join in. And the next time you’re in Las Vegas, make a reservation at The Bedford. It’s a Good Thing!

Martha Fans Visit The Bedford

Rox-Anne Henderson, Hayden Regina and Michelle Zabell, three Martha fans, had wanted to visit Martha's signature restaurant in Las Vegas since it opened on August 13, 2022. They all recently had their chance! Below are photographs and thoughts about their experience there. 

HAYDEN REGINA: from Chicago, Illinois. Visited the restaurant December 19th, 2023.

"I finally made it to The Bedford in Vegas this past weekend (twice)! It was decorated for the holidays and the food overall was really lovely. I finally understand why everyone can't shut up about the bread basket and Big Martha's pierogi. The sour cherry and rosemary focaccia might become a new holiday staple in our household.

The White Cosmopolitan was hands down the best of the six cocktails we tried, the crab cake with the carrot and apple slaw was mouth watering, and the creme brulee was just beyond. I was excited to find that the gift shop next door also had The Bedford by Martha Stewart T-shirts in both men's and women's sizes. Worth a visit!"

Hayden at his table (the one traditionally reserved for Martha) looking very pleased to be there.

When Hayden and his partner visited, the restaurant was decorated for the holidays.

On one of the walls at The Bedford there is a gallery of photographs of Martha from her modelling days.

A view of the "Brown Room" area of the dining space.

ROX-ANNE HENDERSON: from Ontario, Canada. Visited the restaurant on Christmas Eve, 2023. 

"Here are some photos from our Christmas Eve dinner at The Bedford!

The sour cherry and rosemary focaccia deserves all the hype it’s getting and my New Years goal is to recreate it.

Our table, specifically the seat my husband was in, was Snoop Dogg’s seat on his visit.

Speaking of Snoop, they played a song of his with Dr. Dre in between Christmas songs and Bon Iver. Loved the eclectic music selection that combined classics and modern hits.

The service was truly a stand out of the visit. Our waiter and I traded stories from when we met Martha. He shared that Martha taught him how to make cappuccino so we declared him the winner.

While the holiday pre-fixe menu looked delicious, we had our hearts set on the carved table side roast chicken and we have no regrets.

Cocktails: Martha-tini and the Meyer lemon drop, then red wine for dinner

Apps: bread basket and Big Martha’s pierogis

Main: Roast chicken, Martha’s smashed baked potato and matchstick fries (I’d pass on the fries)

Dessert: Upside down lemon meringue pie

Price: Sure it’s gauche to talk about money but whatever I’m going to do it. As a family that follows chefs like most people follow rock stars and is used to large bills, this one made our eyes water and now holds the record as our most expensive meal to date at $390 USD ($520 CAN) for two people.

The food was excellent but seemed to lack the special quality that would truly make this an elevated dining experience worthy of the cost. I was hoping for more green options in the side dishes, specifically a root vegetable medley would have been appreciated on a winter menu. Vegetarians and those with dietary restrictions would have a difficult time ordering, I think.

The gift shop next door has a few items for purchase. Keychains, t-shirts, water bottles and the one I purchased, a large umbrella.

The vibe is elegant but you can tell patrons were hoping for the more “colourful” Martha of the past. This must have been raised by patrons before as the staff educate patrons on the inspiration of the restaurant's decor, which is her current home. I overheard a few people (clearly not super fans, like us) who didn’t know about her Bedford home or its style.

Overall, we had a truly lovely visit and enjoyed our time immensely. It’s a must do for the Martha super fans, but it’s a one and done for me. After dinner we visited the observation deck of the Eiffel Tower which was a nice end to the evening."

Rox-Anne looking lovely and elegant at her table. Her dress was inspired by one she had seen that Martha wore in the late 1980s: image below.

 The Christmas decorations were subdued but impressive. 

Inside the "Brown Room" are enormous 'windows' with seasonal scenes from Martha's farm.

The simple and elegant menu, with Martha's trademark faux-bois motif in classic Bedford Gray.

Big Martha's Pierogi 

The signature bread basket, which has become the most popular item on the menu.

The Roast Chicken

The Upside Down Lemon Meringue Pie

A visit to the Paris gift shop after dinner is a must: there is a lot of 'Martha merch' on hand, including many of her books, plus souvenirs specific to the restaurant: t-shirts, key chains, water bottles, umbrellas and Martha's signature wine.

MICHELLE ZABELL: From Vancouver, Washington. Visited February 22 and February 23, 2024.

"My overall impressions were that my expectations were surpassed. As a dedicated, longtime fan and Martha aficionado, I had a deep appreciation for the aesthetic, color scheme, furniture and personal touches that we would notice. These included the faux-bois planters, the paintings, photography, the glassware collections - all were on point. The life size view of Martha's farm through the windows was also the perfect touch. The entire staff of greeters, waitstaff and tableside food preparers were friendly, knowledgeable and delivered a level of hospitality that is worthy of a restaurant connected to Martha Stewart. The food was incredible. We had the famous bread basket, the ricotta-stuffed zucchini flowers, the creamed spinach, the baked potato, the prime tomahawk for two (carved tableside), and the upside-down lemon meringue pie for dessert. For drinks we tried the frozen pomegranate Martharita, a delicious cabernet sauvignon from California and the meyer lemon drop cocktail. We will absolutely be back again...and again!"

Michelle visited The Bedford with her husband on a recent trip to Vegas. Here she is holding a frozen pomegranate 'Martha-rita' - one of the restaurant's signature cocktails.

The famous Bedford bread basket is a must-have, according to everyone who has visited.

Big Martha's pierogis. Michelle says they are not to be missed!

Ricotta-stuffed zucchini blossoms: "Crispy, flavorful and light," Michelle says.

Their tableside server prepared the prime tomahawk for two. Michelle says it was cooked exactly as requested and came with two sauces: Bearnaise and Borenaise.

For dessert it was the upside-down lemon meringue pie.

Michelle returned the next day for cocktails and tried the Meyer Lemon Drop, which she said was her favorite.

Throughout the restaurant are personal Martha touches, such as these framed lithograph bird portraits - copies of the originals that Martha has on her walls at her home in Bedford.

ABOUT THE BEDFORD MARTHA STEWART:

The Bedford is a 194-seat dining destination at The Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, created by Martha Stewart in partnership with Caesars. The menu, which was created by Martha and her food department head, Thomas Joseph, features French-inspired cuisine as well as some of Martha's signature American classics. Some of the offerings include classic Nicoise Salad, Oysters Rockefeller, Whole Roast Herb Chicken served with Smashed Baked Potato. For dessert there's Upside-Down Lemon Meringue Pie, Creme Brulee and a classic Chocolate Cake. Signature cocktails include the Martha-tini and the frozen pomegranate Martha-rita. The entire restaurant is decorated to emulate Martha's home in Bedford, New York, right down to the most minute finishes and fixtures. The decor was overseen by Martha's EVP of merchandising, Kevin Sharkey, who has been instrumental in honing Martha's design aesthetic over the years. Click here to see the menu and learn more about the restaurant.