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La Marea, Old Saybrook, CT

La Marea

4.9
4.9
1811 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Savor the authentic tastes of Italy when you dine at La Marea. Located on the shoreline of CT in Old Saybrook, our family owned Italian restaurant prepares northern and southern Italian cuisine using a mix of the finest imports from Italy as well as fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Gluten Free and Vegetarian options are available. Enjoy your dining experience in either our dining room or be sure to reserve a seat at our conversational hi-top tables or at the bar in our lounge.

Important: when making a reservation through OpenTable there is an option to make a reservation at a high top table in the bar area or standard table which is in the dining room. If the high top option does not pop up as an option for you then that means that there are NO High Top tables available at those times. If you would like to reserve bar seats please leave us a note or call us. See you soon!

Take-out available

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Please note the signs for designated parking for Curbside Take out are for curbside pick up only. All other parking spaces are for indoor and outdoor dining. There is additional parking in the lot next to the restaurant. There is a sign directing you to the designated area.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 1,811 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Italian

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Service

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambience

  • Middlesex

    Best Value

  • Middlesex

    Innovative

  • Middlesex

    Good for groups

  • Middlesex

    Healthy

  • Middlesex

    Hot spot

  • Middlesex

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

  • Middlesex

    Good for special occasions

  • Middlesex

    Lively

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Marea offers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food and great staff," consistently impressing patrons. The restaurant is praised for its "amazing food," "excellent service," and "great atmosphere." With standout dishes like the softshell crab special and housemaid Irish cream, La Marea is a "true gem" for Italian cuisine lovers.

1,811 Reviews
  1. Debpez6

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love La Marea and visit often. Great food, great atmosphere, great family and staff.

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  2. Stacey VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the swordfish special. It was the best I’ve ever had! Prefer the bar side- better vibe. Loved everything.

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  3. Deborah VIP

    Connecticut19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service, atmosphere were all excellent!!!!!! Can’t wait to go back!!

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  4. Michael VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went with our dearest friends and had the most fantastic time. Everything was perfect. Our server Karen was outstanding!!!! She made the best suggestions and was spot on. We can’t wait to go back.

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  5. Ashley

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite place for date night. Food is always delicious and service is impeccable.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Attentive staff and excellent cocktails, appetizer and entrees as always!!

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  7. Sheila VIP

    New York City39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After several wonderful visits, we brought friends to enjoy La Marea with us tonight, and, as always, they did not disappoint. The food (sea bass and fettuccine with shrimp specials for all of us) were outstanding! Equalled by the always attentive, personable and knowledgable server who makes us feel so at home and taken care of, Karen. All of the staff was right there to take care of everything at just the right time. Nino's visit to the table later in the evening to check on our experience capped off a truly special night. Thank you to everyone at La Marea for another great evening, cementing why this restaurant is our go-to for a special evening out. :)

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  8. Liz

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delightful evening at La Marea. Honestly, it felt like "days of old" / pre-covid in terms of service and atmosphere. (Lately, I feel like restaurant service is so rushed and sterile...) Restauranteur extraordinaire Nino Pisanzio sets the tone with welcoming and generous service. Dinner was delicious, start to finish. We will absolutely be back, and soon!

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  9. Deborah VIP

    Connecticut19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and our server, Karen was fantastic!!!

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  10. John

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Magnificent food, fresh and well prepared. Pleasant, attentive but not overweening service. Nino (the owner) always on site, on point, and warm and welcoming.

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FAQs

La Marea offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 391-8614.

La Marea is rated 4.9 stars by 1811 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for La Marea

732 Middlesex Tpke, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Please note the signs for designated parking for Curbside Take out are for curbside pick up only. All other parking spaces are for indoor and outdoor dining. There is additional parking in the lot next to the restaurant. There is a sign directing you to the designated area.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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