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1. Old Lyme Inn
4.6
Exceptional(687)
Price: Expensive
• American • Old Lyme
Booked 4 times today
The Old Lyme Inn’s restaurant and bar offers guests contemporary New England Fare in a casual yet elegant atmosphere. Our chef embraces the changing seasons and bounty of the Connecticut River Valley to offer creative menus that change weekly. Since it's opening in April 2012, the restaurant has quickly become a celebrated meeting place for visitors and locals alike. The inn boasts three different dining rooms, a grand eight seat bar and a fireplace adorned library. The Side Door Jazz Club offers shows every Friday and Saturday night and has been recognized by 'Down Beat' magazine as one of the best jazz venues in the world.Whether you're joining us for our famous 'Jazzy' brunch, cozying up with a friend at our afternoon tea or enjoying an elegant dinner before a show at the Side Door; we can't wait to exceed your expectations.
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2. Aspen Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1715)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Old Saybrook
Booked 6 times today
Aspen Restaurant Voted Best New Restaurant for 2009 by Connecticut Magazine. A premiere destination dining experience, serving contemporary american cuisine with global accents. Aspen Restaurant is Located on 2 main street in Old Saybrook,CT.
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3. Penny Lane Pub
4.5
Awesome(341)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Saybrook
Booked 7 times today
Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant is an English style pub located in Old Saybrook. The casual and friendly atmosphere on two stories offers plenty of options for diners. Whether you choose the entertaining and active downstairs or the quieter dining upstairs or even the patio when weather permits, the casual pub fare will win you over.Lunch choices at Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant include classic English pub favorites such as fish and chips, shepherd’s pie and a corned beef Reuben. Be sure to also visit Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant for live music on Friday nights. Heading to the Kate theater just walking distance down Main street? Make a reservation today!
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4. The Griswold Inn
4.6
Exceptional(936)
Price: Expensive
• American • Essex
Booked 11 times today
The Griswold Inn is an inn and restaurant located in the historic seaport village of Essex. The Gris, as it is affectionately known, has been in continous operation since 1776.`Currently we are offering dine in, dine out, and Gris To Go! Inside, guests may enjoy dining in historic, art-filled rooms which exude character, charm and tradition. Seating for the alfresco experience is available on a first-come, first-served basis, with the exception of larger parties of 7 or more which may be made by calling 860.767.1776. The Inn boasts a wine list consistently recognized by Wine Spectator with the prestigious Award of Excellence; Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure have recently recognized the Inn's restaurant as "Connecticut's coziest" and it is included in Patricia Schulz's "1000 Places to See Before You Die". The Griswold Inn is also the recipient of Connecticut's Highest Award for Hospitality. The best of old and new meet here.
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5. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge
4.3
Awesome(877)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Westbrook
Booked 7 times today
Located on the expansive grounds of the Water’s Edge Resort and Spa sits a beautiful restaurant with magnificent ocean views, Dattilo Fine Italian, the jewel of the Connecticut shoreline. The cuisine is fresh, creative and bold, with flavors reminiscent of old-world Italy. A rich authentic menu pairs with our extensive wine list features wines from across the globe. In addition to the seasonal menu Dattilo also offers nightly dining specials and themed dinners. Each Sunday we end the weekend with one of the finest Brunches in Connecticut featuring carving, pasta, crepe, and omelet stations. The brunch theme changes each week offering a new variety of fare to experience.
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6. Little Pub- Old Saybrook
4.6
Exceptional(138)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Saybrook
Booked 9 times today
Great food, generous drinks, and a lively pub atmosphere you'll feel right at home in. A rustic neighborhood gathering place with a relentless focus on customer service, value, and fun.
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7. Surfridge Brewing Company
4.8
Exceptional(44)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Centerbrook
Booked 2 times today
Wood fired Artisanal pizza and brewpub. Cold and hot share plates, Neapolitan Pies, and chef driven cuisine. House brewed beers, wines, mixology. Large patio, family and dog friendly.
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8. Scotch Plains Tavern
4.4
Awesome(700)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Essex
If you’re looking for an authentic tavern cuisine and rustic ambiance, Scotch Plains Tavern is the place to be. Located minutes from Essex Steam Train, Rt. 9, and I-95, guests can kick back with a drink and some wings in our newly renovated upstairs bar, redesigned in a modern vintage industrial style while maintaining the original bar from Oliver’s Tavern. The bar, retrofitted for additional space, was originally built in 1913 for a bar in Chicago where Al Capone is rumored to have regularly tipped a glass.

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  • Mike
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Imagine being seated in a dinning room with only 8 tables, mid 19th century country inn, three piece acoustic jazz playing in the background. It’s a Sunday late morning Jazzy Brunch. Excellent, professional service. Eclectic brunch menu, creative Prosecco based fluted cocktail. Whether you were an Inn guest or just stopping by for Jazzy Brunch (as we did) the ambience sets the tone for the entire day. A Sunday Jazzy Brunch at Old Lyme Inn is magical.
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    Old Lyme InnPrice: Expensive• American• Old Lyme
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    4.6
  • Julie
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We enjoyed our expresso martinis and sangria to start off….The wedge salad was amazing and so were our specialty burgers. We loved the band Maddi Ryan - energetic and got the crowd on their feet. Enjoyable night we will be back.
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    Comix RoadhousePrice: Expensive• American• Uncasville
    •
    4.4
  • Sandra
    Rhode Island •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Long wait time before getting server to the table.. Food was delicious. However my grown daughter got her meal , soup and salad 45 min before the other 4 people were served.. In the old days this was not acceptable.. Anyways the band sounded great…Will return due to the ambience.. thanks
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    The Griswold InnPrice: Expensive• American• Essex
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    4.6
  • Timothy
    Greater Boston •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    My wife and I had wanted to try Aspen for a while now, so we went today. We arrived a little early for our reservation, but were seated promptly. The service was excellent, as was the food. Everything was served at just the right pace. I highly recommend Aspen.
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    Aspen RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Old Saybrook
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    4.7
  • ThomasVIP
    Essex •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 14, 2025
    Nice meal and great service. Good selection of craft beer and dishes.
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    Penny Lane PubPrice: Moderate• American• Old Saybrook
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    4.5

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