Old Lyme Inn

Name: Old Lyme Inn
Address: 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, United States, 06371
Telephone: (860) 434-2600
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

682 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Pub, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(860) 434-2600
Website
http://www.oldlymeinn.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Sichanh Patana
Private party facilities
The Peterson room is the ideal size for an intimate party for 18 guests. Our more formal, larger main dining room will accommodate up to 70 guests.During good weather our patio has served as a wonderful pre-dinner cocktail site.

Location
85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371
Neighbourhood
Old Lyme
Cross Street
Boston Post Rd.
Parking details
Large open parking lot on property.
Entertainment
Live entertainment on selected evenings in the lobby or when whether permitting our patio.Visit theSideDoor, a premier jazz club featuring world renowned jazz artist as well has local jazz artists. Selected by Connecticut Magazine for 2014 as Best Live Jazz in Connecticut. Please visit our website for upcoming shows.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Galentine's Afternoon Tea
US$25.00 - US$45.00 per person
Feb 1, 2025 - Feb 22, 2025
Celebrate Valentine's Day every Saturday for the month of February with our 'Galentine's Day' tea! However, it's not only for the gals... We'll be featuring Harney's and Son's chocolate-rose Valentine's Day tea, as well as our signature 'Paris' and Earl Grey. Sweets will include conversation heart cookies, chocolate-merlot cupcakes, chocolate pot de creme , red velvet cheesecake bites and our famous chocolate-cherry scones. Don't forget about the savory- brie and cranberry tartlets, beet & goat cheese crostini and roast beef pinwheels...oh my! Little cherubs will get to choose a grilled cheese or nutella and fluff and of course, hot chocolate. We We do ask if you are gluten free to please include that in your reservation notes.
Lucky Tea
US$45.00 per person
Mar 1, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025
Erin go Bragh! Join us for our 'Lucky' Tea every Saturday in March. Our Irish themed afternoon tea menu will include soda bread scones, shamrock cookies, shortbread toffee bars and guiness cupcakes. For savory bites, we'll be featuring corned beef pinwheels, Irish cheese 'toasties' and much more. Make your afternoon tea extra bubbly with our 'Pot of Gold' prosecco cocktail. Reserve your tea time between 11:30am-2pm.
Lucky Tea
US$25.00 - US$45.00 per person
Mar 1, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025
Erin go Bragh! Join us for our 'Lucky' Tea every Saturday in March. Our Irish themed afternoon tea menu will include oatmeal-raisin scones, millionaire bars, shamrock cookies, Irish gingersnaps and Guinness cupcakes. For savory bites, we'll be featuring corned beef pinwheels, Irish egg salad, and much more. Make your afternoon tea extra bubbly with our 'Pot of Gold' prosecco cocktail. Reserve your tea time between 11:30am-2pm.

What 682 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New London
Best Food
New London
Best Service
New London
Best Ambience
New London
Best Value
New London
Innovative
New London
Hot spot
New London
Neighbourhood gem
New London
Great for fine wines
New London
Romantic
New London
Great for scenic views
New London
Good for special occasions
New London
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Old Lyme Inn offers a "charming and historic" atmosphere with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests enjoy the "Jazzy brunch" and afternoon tea experiences. The ambiance is enhanced by live jazz music, creating a "memorable" dining experience. While some mention occasional service delays, the overall experience is praised as "outstanding."

682 Reviews

J
John
Connecticut
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second time there . We had a great time and will continue to come and enjoy.
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Sue
Wilmington
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
They were understaffed . We were on time for our reservation. The host told us there were 4 other parties ahead of us . Had to wait 20 minutes for our table . Did not have a bartender available as there was another event going on . Waited another 1/2 hour to get our appetizer. Everything else was late for a price fixed menu . Many other people were noticeably upset . Not a good evening for a valentines special dinner .
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Eric
Tampa
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Entered restaurant to manager/hostess asking how are you without making eye contact while looking at computer said good how are you back and her response was ugh I ve been better. 35 minute wait on a reservation with no offer of anything while waiting-beverage/bread. Good food but served Luke warm. Risotto was undercooked not Al dente but hard and crunchy in center. Server was emotionally flat not hiding her contempt and tiredness at all. Valentines meal with a jazz show in next room and attendees of that show having to pass through dining by table to access bathrooms. No parking in lot forced luckily driving suv forced to drive through snow bank and park in ice almost fell. Will not return and definitely not recommend for a special occasion. So many better options
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Michelle
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was excellent as always. Great restaurant for Valentine’s Day. 😊❤️
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anne
VIP
New York City
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my sons birthday with my family! The food was very good, and the Jazz was wonderful!! My 2 grandchildren age 7 and 10 also enjoyed every. !!!
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George
Greater Boston
27 reviews
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I won't mention the secret to our special evening, but it was due to the delightful hostess and the wait service. A really lovely dinner.
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Kathleen
VIP
New York City
58 reviews
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really tasty food!! From soup to salad to apps to meal, amazing. Service was super professional and friendly. We ate dinner before the show and got 10% off! We’ll be back!!
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Nancy
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A friend and I had lunch at the Old Lyme Inn during a long weekend at the Connecticut shore. The building is charming and historic, across the street from the Florence Griswold Museum. The staff was friendly and welcoming. It was a cold day, and they seated us for in a table for two by the fire. The service was attentive but unobtrusive. The food was delicious, and the servings were generous. Lunch at the Old Lyme Inn was one of the highlights of a memorable winter weekend.
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C .
VIP
Connecticut
116 reviews
5.0
116 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding Sunday brunch/lunch experience with excellent food and live jazz music.
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Mike
New York City
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service, fun time with the jazz music, too
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FAQs

Old Lyme Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 682 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371

Additional information

Cross Street
Boston Post Rd.
Neighbourhood
Old Lyme
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Pub, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Large open parking lot on property.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sichanh Patana
Entertainment
Live entertainment on selected evenings in the lobby or when whether permitting our patio.Visit theSideDoor, a premier jazz club featuring world renowned jazz artist as well has local jazz artists. Selected by Connecticut Magazine for 2014 as Best Live Jazz in Connecticut. Please visit our website for upcoming shows.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.oldlymeinn.com/
Phone number
(860) 434-2600
Private party facilities
The Peterson room is the ideal size for an intimate party for 18 guests. Our more formal, larger main dining room will accommodate up to 70 guests.During good weather our patio has served as a wonderful pre-dinner cocktail site.

Old Lyme Inn

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Galentine's Afternoon Tea

Lucky Tea

Lucky Tea

Menu

What 682 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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