23 Best Seafood Restaurants near Ivoryton

“We love everything about this quaint welcoming tavern, especially when Carla makes the margaritas ;)The Ivoryton Tavern has charm, lots of history & the bathroom soap always smells wonderful!Highly recommended if you are in the area or attending a show across the street.“

“We had not been to Liv's for a number of years since our last experience was not positive. We were delighted to find that this time was very different. Our meals were excellent, service was helpful and attentive and our overall experience was most enjoyable.“

“What an amazing experience. I first want to thank the bartender Dylan for welcoming us and allowing our night to be the most special experience. We started drinks off and they were really delicious. The food came out in a timely manner and I love how the kitchen is in the same room as you. I ordered the egg toast with caviar and the short rib. My boyfriend got the waygu steak, he said it was the best steak he's ever had. I tried a piece he's not wrong! The bar seats are so comfy and I loved being able to enjoy a fancy dinner. The desserts were very rich. Thank you The Essex!“

“My brother in law arranged for our family to gather here for lunch after gathering at Hammonsett in rememberance of the first anniversary of his wife, my sister's passing.We were not rushed in any way. The staff was very attentive, and my clam chowder was fantastic. We were all very satisfied with our lunches.“

“Ten stars if I could, what a phenomenal place. We eat all over and know good food. From the portions to the service I can not say enough good things. The scrod Florentine was amazing! This place is a must try and we will continue to go back. Thank you for a delicious dinner and great night.“

“Stopped by for lunch while travelling through the area and was a much better option than the chain options. They have a small building I almost missed as driving by - had to turn around to go back. I highly recommend the burger with spicy mayo and a side of potato salad. Some great options for those that like seafood too.“

“I celebrated my birthday at the Seal tonight. We haven't been in a while. I had the Short Rib Ravioli, Mom had the Serloin Steak, my wife had Tuna and our son a grilled cheese. Everything was delicious! Our server said she was new, but did a great job. We finished with warm Carmel apple pie! It was the perfect ending to a great night!“

“First meal here with my husband for his birthday. The entire evening was relaxed and very delicious! We cleaned our plates and polished off a few very creative (beet!) cocktails, but the nicest part was the card for my husband that was waiting on the table when we arrived, wishing him a hand written happy birthday singed by the staff. That extra special touch was just so thoughtful. We will for sure be back- with friends!!“

“Dined here with a party of 15. Private room upstairs was the perfect size. Wait staff was extremely accommodating and helpful in planning and executing a surprise for my father's 70th birthday. Only down side was that our waitresses seemed overwhelmed and forgot to bring out salads. Otherwise, it was a fantastic experience and great food!“

“First time visit, great views of boats and river activity. Nice wine selections. Clam chowder was outstanding, not thick but more RI type with jalapeño slight bite, lots of clams, potato flavor. Mussels (white) with great well cooked fries great broth, would have liked more bread to dip in sauce. Quinoa salad was just ok. Fried calamari with cherry peppers was well done, firm not rubbery or too chewy. Will definitely return!“

“Had a wonderful birthday meal. It was the day before St. Patrick's Day so the specials were Irish oriented. My husband had the whiskey honey glazed salmon which he said was very tasty. My daughter had the traditional corned beef and cabbage and my son had Shepard's pie. Not much was left to bring home in doggie bags. Lots of nice wood paneling inside and we were seated near the fireplace. The grandkids even enjoyed it.Parking: The restaurant is right off of Route 9 in Old Saybrook. There is parking in both the front and the back of the restaurant.Wheelchair accessibility: Walk up ramp for a cess to front door and outdoor seating when the weather is nice.“

“I wish I could give Lenny & Joe's 10 stars! I LOVE Lenny & Joe's. I now live out of state & can not get fresh seafood that I like (cod & scrod). EVERY time I come home to Connecticut, I ALWAYS make my 1st & last stop. YES, I stop here 2 times more if I can LOL. Thank you Lenny & Joe's for being the BEST restaurant in the WORLD!- HAPPIEST CUSTOMER EVER“

“A very pleasant place, quiet, with a cozy fireplace, a bar and of course delicious food. The service is very nice, pleasant and friendly waitresses. I was there with my friends who almost a year ago moved to the US. They got in love with that place! Separate children's menu with good selection. Delicious cocktails, thanks to the bartender! And of course I was delighted with the food, thanks to the chef and his team! I ordered stuffed mushrooms for an appetizer- just great! I also ordered a harvest salad with pieces of steak - oh God it was just magical! My friends ordered smokehouse burgers and were absolutely delighted! I highly recommend this place! Me and my friends want to go back there in the summer to enjoy eating outside because they also have tables outside!“

“Nothing at all negative, everything was absolutely amazing! Sunday Brunch is an absolute treat here! The food stations are thoughtful and varied. You could enjoy something here every day and never get bored! The service is, of course, impeccable, the dining areas immaculate and tasteful, and the food is the phenomenal focal point! A special shout out to Chris's Bird, the hotel manager, who is truly dedicated to the enjoyment of every guest!“

“We dine at Westbrook lobster at least once a week! We love the specials!Today I had bacon wrapped filet mignon, asparagus and fingerling potatoes!My mom usually has the mussel appetizer which is a meal for her!My husband gets a different fish fish each time.The seafood is always fresh!I love the peartini! My husband loves all the bears on tap and the beer flights.The desserts are great too!The service is beyond out of this world whoever you get. But we usually have Robert who always takes great care of my mom.Today she also got the seafood stuffed mushrooms that were on the special list for dinner!They have an outdoor dining area for the summer!It’s about $10 per appetizer and $20-40 per dinner see menu in pictures!“

“Great lobster rolls and beautifully cooked fries at Kim's beachy "shack" right by the sea in Old Saybrook. Lots of quality lobster meat on a beautifully grilled brioche roll. Fries were crisp, hot and delicious, made with really good potatoes too.“

“Always a great experience! Whitefish salad, bluefish spread, Asian Calamari salad... picked up some cod to make miso cod... I did not have time for the oysters today but they are always wonderful! Everything's always fresh and the staff is super helpful and smiling!“

“Very family forward spot. Camping here is great. They have lots of activities for the family including, but not limited to: movies, bingo, canoe trips. The nature center at Meigs Point is small but offers a wide slate of activities both hourly and daily. Kids love it.“

“Visited here over a year ago and cannot stop thinking about the best ever Lobster Roll..... planing a trip to the region and trying to figure out how to sneak in a two hour side trip!Update: Still the best. Traveled the northeast coast and tried several other places and decided to change departure plans so we could have it again. We bragged so much that a couple of friends from New Jersey made the drive to meet us.“

“I enjoyed Lenny and Joe’s so very much. The staff working there are so friendly! I ordered baked stuffed shrimp and it was truly out of this world. The stuffing is very flavorful and light. I also ordered the boiled red potatoes and Cole slaw and both were yummy! The only thing stopping me from a 5 stars is the atmosphere. The restaurant is clean yet is it worn and somewhat dull and tired looking. The bathroom could use a facelift too! That being said, I will visit L&Js every time I visit CT!“

“! Their steak and cheese sandwich , hot dogs, seafood, everything on their menu is always delicious!! Great quality at good prices along with friendly staff make this restaurant a winner!! Our family has been going here for 30 plus years and will continue to be our top choice!!!“

“Entered parking lot on left of the building, and it was totally unsafe for us to manage. We are elderly and in our 80s and had to try to step into and overa channel for runoff going up from the parking space to an uneven walkway to the restaurant. The parking lot on the right of the restaurant is where we should have parked, but it was our first visit and we had to dart thru traffic to park.Parking: See my comments about parking problems.“

“It was a cool damp late afternoon when we arrived at Bill's. We were able to get a table easily but within 30 minutes the place was jumping. Our server was pleasant and efficient. I ordered the special mussels and shrimp over angel hair pasta with a "pink" sauce and accompanied by garlic bread. My wife had the fried clam strip platter with fries and coleslaw. The fried items were delicious and not greasy nor soggy. Both entrees were ample servings, neither of us was able to finish. Our server offered to wrap up the unfinished meals but we opted not to. Needless to say, dessert was out of the question. My wife enjoyed a glass of wine and I had a beer. Bill's offers a full bar. Outside there is a large deck overlooking the water, which, on a warm summer day is the place to be. Bill's is not your run-of-the-mill clam shack, but a full service shoreline restaurant with a down home style friendly vibeParking: On a beautiful summer weekend, parking maybe tricky.“