35 Best American Restaurants near East Lyme

“Delicious food, friendly staff, served quickly and very attentive staff making sure everything is okay. This is our #1 go-to place for breakfast, lunch or dinner!“

“Amazing food and a really great atmosphere. The chef puts so much care into what she does and she makes everything tasty“

“Food was delicious, service was spectacular - the way the manager in the brown jacket spoke to the all-female front line staff was disgusting. Do yourself a favor ladies, record his cowardly intimidation talking and get him for hostile work environment. He should be ashamed of himself.“

“Great wait staff was friendly and the food was delicious! Loved the clam chowder and fully belly roll!“

“Girls run this world, the bartenders here are genuine no joke queens! Be patient, there is 1 of them to 50 of us and they make it look easy and that’s an understatement. Wings are great, drink selection is diverse and plentiful atmosphere is comfortable and local. Great meet up spot for friends! Come on down and see this staff sleigh their magic, shoutout to Jenna, Lisa, & Abigail!“

“My favorite place to go at Mohegan Sun Casino! I had the chicken and waffles, my Daughter had the lemon chicken … delicious!“

“Pumpkin was here. Had a delicious lasagna special with a Caesar salad.“

“Birthday dinner. Everything was fantastic. Service impeccable. Our server lylia was awesome. Will definitely be coming back.“

“We were in the area last night- headed home from the casinos- and like to sing Karaoke. We stopped here and the people were so warm and welcoming. Also drinks were very reasonable. I’ll definately stop again next time I’m in the area. Only wish I lived closer. It’s a good atmosphere for any age group.,“

“Love this place!!! Very friendly staff“

“We had the most wonderful experience with Langley’s for our small, intimate wedding reception. The customer service was great from start to finish. The event manager Brian was incredibly attentive and made sure every detail was taken care of, ensuring our day went smoothly. The food was fantastic and we received rave reviews from our guests. The team went above and beyond by setting up our decorations exactly as we envisioned, making the space look beautiful. They were also very accommodating and willing to work with us in case we needed to move our outdoor ceremony indoors, as well. We highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for a place to hold your event.“

“Good food.. great service“

“Terrific location in a small New England town bordering the Connecticut River. Excellent food, wine and comfortable rooms.“

“The food is great and my family and I go at least once a week. All so the people that work there are great to. Love that place.“

“Service and drinks were awesome!! Temperature in the restaurant was 20 degrees too COLD!! I like cold but even I could not take the temperature there!! Our Server was very kind and attentive to our needs!! We were served quickly after we needed a few extra minutes to decide on your great menu offerings!! Caesar side salad and tater tots and sweet potato fries were Excellent!! Brisket and Burgers were overcooked!! 6/10 on that!! Not coming back till you guys close some vents or I wear my down jacket in the Casino!! That will not happen as left it in the car for a reason!! Comedy show at 6pm was Hilarious too!! Glad we came up there !!“

“1st time here and wow was everything from the appetizer to the main course top notch dining.“

“So happy they are here! The foos is always good and the servers are always friendly and welcoming!!! Thank you for bringing a great restaurant to this town!!!“

“Charlies Place Restaurant is a decent family style restaurant (with associated bar lounge) with an extensive menu and lots of weekend specials. We were here for dinner, and had the greek dinner special + the prime rib special. Both had generous portions, tasted good, and were served promptly on a busy weekday evening. A good choice if interested in a traditional family restaurant.“

“I’d give this place ten stars if I could. Here at the Mohegan Sun Casino for a work conference. Decided to stop in for dinner, unbelievable!!! Was alone so I sat at the bar. No request was too big for the staff. Worth every penny. MJ is the 🐐“

“Not only is the food fantastic but they’re so hospitable friendly but they don’t invade when you’re eating just kind hearted people their love shows in their food please visit I try something different every time“

“Otter Cove Restaurant is one of our go to restaurants here in town. The atmosphere is really really nice with a large dining area or a smaller more intimate bar area. And it is spotless!!!! The staff is professional and friendly*****
The food is excellent. Great choices and fairly reasonable for our taste. I often get the OC salad with a side of chicken or shrimp. One of my fav salads by far- just a great combination of apples, salad, etc. it’s large so I always bring half home. My husband goes for the salmon with their sides- always plenty of food.
You will not be disappointed.“

“01.26.25- 'Big Al's Reel Reviews' - Little Galapagos Restaurant ❤️ City of New London ❤️ I dropped into The Little Galapagos Restaurant this evening to review a couple of their popular menu items which were Chicken Wings, Thai Chilli Sauce followed by Carne Asada Ecuadorians Style meal that was actually really Dope ❤️ however the Chicken wings were not great at all so they earned a Thumbs 👎🏾 The atmosphere and service was really dope there and I am sure that had I ordered anything else on the menu besides the Wings would have been just as good as the Carne Asada. This is a great place to have a great meal and a dope light experience at the same time 😎 Thank you, Little Galapagos Restaurant 119 Broad St. ❤️ City of New London ❤️ ☝🏾❤️ -Big Al Mayo 'Always Keeping it REAL to REEL'“

“This place is like Boston Market except it's locally owned and WAYYY BETTER! Same concept, just better tasting food 😋 with rotisserie chicken, roast loin of pork or meatloaf with sides to chose from like roasted potatoes, corn, stuffing, mac n cheese, butternut squash, collard grees and more plus their amazing corn bread 🤤

Its honestly a hidden gem that locals cherish but outsiders might miss unless someone points them there so if you're reading this and not from here, TRY THIS PLACE OUT!! If you’re ever nearby, it’s definitely worth a visit..“

“David, our server, was outstanding and made our dining experience memorable and seamless. He recommended dishes that we otherwise wouldn't have tried, was proactive and thoughtful. Appetizers and dinner were great but dessert missed the mark.“

“Food and service is great. Music on the other hand a bit loud.“

“Black point pizza is always my go to when I want an absolutely amazing pizza. for me I have the cooks keep it in the oven a bit longer so it stands up when you pick it up to eat. the sauce is to die for also. if you like your pizza a little more firm just ask and the cooks are happy to make your food exactly as you like. minor the owner is a stand up guy and really did good with this recipe. the salads and his homemade balsamic dressing is the best I've had from anywhere. if you have not come out to black point you are really missing out. I promise you won't be disappointed 🍕 #gettotheoint #Blackpoint #thebestpizza #soooyummy #greatcustometservice“

“The brisket quesadilla were good and the customer service was great. 👍🏼“

“is a 100% recommended... new Menu, New Chef... breakfast lunch and dinner“

“A Perfect Dinner at Longhorn Steakhouse

We had a fantastic experience at Longhorn Steakhouse! From the moment we sat down to the final bite, everything was spot on.

Why We’ll Be Back:
* Perfectly Cooked Steaks: The kitchen knows exactly what they’re doing. Our steaks were seasoned beautifully and cooked to the precise temperature we ordered. They were juicy, tender, and full of flavor.
* Top-Notch Service: Our waitress was wonderful. She was attentive and friendly without being overbearing, ensuring our drinks stayed full and we had everything we needed.
* Excellent Old Fashioned: If you enjoy a good cocktail, their Old Fashioned is a winner. It was well-balanced and the perfect companion to a hearty steak dinner.
* Impressive Speed: We were surprised by how quickly the food came out, especially considering how high the quality was. It’s the perfect spot for a great meal that doesn't drag on all night.
> Summary: If you're looking for a reliable, delicious steakhouse experience with great drinks and even better service, Longhorn is the place to go.“

“Went for the first time tonight and had delicious food! Our waitress Keyshla was absolutely outstanding! 😍😍“

“The rice is unsurpassed. The side salads are REAL salads, not just a wedge of lettuce with a green wedge of tomato and a slice of cucumber. These people know food. Chicken is great, their Fish 'n Rice Platter is really really good.“

“We stayed at Mohegan Sun last week and visited Bow and Arrow twice. The beer was cold and they have excellent wings. Great place to stop and have a drink and some snacks. Service was good, friendly and prompt. Lots of TV screens to watch your favorite sports. Will definitely go back next time we are at Mohegan Sun“

“I ❤️❤️❤️ the honey chipotle chicken crispers !!! I also ❤️❤️❤️ the margaritas ! 🍹😁 and the Mexican street corn and creamy Mac and cheese.😋👍“

“Love Sellfish Restaurant!!! The service it’s Excellent !!!! The Food It’s Extraordinary Great…Recommend 100%“