Browse menus, reviews and photos of the best places to eat near Noank.
Seafood · $$
15 Riverview Avenue, Noank
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“Came in for lunch and the food was amazing! The service was great and the ambiance was amazing. Lots of gluten free options and very accommodating for dairy allergy”
Mediterranean · $$
10 Water Street, Mystic · 2.04 miles
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“Absolutely delicious! We got 4 dishes to share plus dessert - every single one was this wonderful combination of flavors bouncing around my mouth, loved every dish.”
New American · $$$$
20 East Main Street, Mystic · 2.21 miles
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“The Shipwright's Daughter came highly recommended to us by locals we had talked with while vacationing in Mystic, and it did not disappoint. We booked a reservation for 7:15pm on a Saturday evening, and we were seated promptly at 7:15. From the hosts initial greeting, to our server first introducing herself at the table, every staff member made us feel welcomed. It was lovely. The cocktail my girlfriend ordered and the local draft I ordered were both outstanding. Our appetizers of Oysters on the Half Shell and a Yellowfin Tar Tar served on a Potato Pavé, were both so delicious, full of flavor, and beautiful. Our entrees consisted of the Zucchini Bucatini and the Duck Confit special, and both came out perfect. The seasoning, the cook of the duck, the plating were all immaculate. It's very clear the staff takes pride in their work, and make sure the guests have an outstanding experience. We finished with dessert, a Plum Sorbet Pavlova with a Peach Reduction, an Espresso Martini, and an Irish Coffee. We were finished with our meal and drinks and on our way by 8:20pm. All in all, it was the best experience I've had in a restaurant. The meals were phenomenal, the staff was top tier ( I apologize I can not remember our waitresses name, but she was outstanding), and the overall experience was more than I could have hoped for. If you are traveling to the mystic area, and you want to have an outstanding dining experience, this is the place for it”
Bar · $$$
15 Water Street, Mystic · 1.97 miles
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“Just enjoyed amazing cocktails (Gimlet and Curry Barbados) and Nosh (mushrooms had amazing flavor, Korean fried chicken sandwich, salty and delicious, empanadas crisp and yummy) from their Happy Hour menu which is being expanded from 4:00 to 6:00. On Tuesday starting at 6:30 or 7:00 is a jazz quartet which we sadly had to miss but will definitely be back. Our waitress Claire was darling and very informative. Bartender was spectacular!”
Italian · $$$
24 West Main Street, Mystic · 2.16 miles
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“So very disappointed. Was there with a disabled person and treated terribly by customers and wait staff. Food was not good and service was terrible. Have been there previously and had a much better experience. I am not sure what changed but definitely will not go back or recommend this place if the same rude waitress is there. So very disappointed.”
Seafood · $$
250 Pequot Avenue, New London · 5.57 miles
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“This place is incredible! It was my family’s first time dining here. The food is out of this world and our server was amazing! My kids, who are picky eaters, loved every dish that came out. We can’t wait to go back!”
American · $$
22 Bayview Avenue Suite 14, Stonington · 4.81 miles
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“📅 11.13.25 *WRITTEN REVIEW Big Al’s Reel Reviews - EP.180 Whitecrest Eatery 💎 (Velvet Mill - Stonington Borough, CT) Tonight I headed back inside the historic Velvet Mill for my next food adventure and Whitecrest Eatery did not disappoint. Founded in 2019 by husband & wife team Johan Jensen, a Danish born, British-trained chef, and Abby Hamann, a Connecticut native, Whitecrest focuses on fresh, high-quality ingredients and dishes that are handmade with care. You can seriously feel that philosophy the moment the plates hit the table/bar. I grabbed a seat at the bar, and the place was packed. The atmosphere was low-lit, warm, bustling, with high ceilings and beautiful décor that makes the Velvet Mill such a standout setting. Service was handled by a small three-person team: Liz (manager)- friendly, welcoming, and a supporter of Big Al’s Reel Reviews Amber (my bartender/server)- attentive and on point Jocy- helping run the floor Even with a full house, they kept everything moving smoothly. Service was bomb.💣 Now let's talk about the Food: 1️⃣ Steamed Wild Maine Mussels- $16 💣 BOMB The sauce- cream fraîche, herbs, Weissling, and lemon was addictive. Mussels cooked perfectly, full of flavor, and the sourdough they make in house and served with it was the perfect pairing. A strong bomb right out the gate. 2️⃣ Béarnaise Burger- $22 💣 BOMB Burger came out perfectly cooked bright pink inside, juicy, seasoned right. Alone, it’s a thumbs-up… But then the tallow fries hit. These fries are soft, hot, insanely flavorful, and some of the best fries I’ve had anywhere. The fries elevated the entire plate into a straight bomb. 3️⃣ Roasted Duck Breast- $36 💣 BOMB This dish was incredible. Duck breast cooked perfectly, tender, rich, and beautifully plated. The potatoes were absolutely amazing, and every bite delivered. I was full, but I wanted more. Another full bomb. ⭐ FINAL VERDICT: WHITECREST EATERY IS AN OFFICIAL BIG AL’S 💎 GEM SPOT 💎🔥 Every dish: bomb Service: bomb Atmosphere: bomb Experience: bomb That makes two Gem Spots inside the Velvet Mill 💎 Dock 9 and 💎 Whitecrest Eatery. If you’re in or near Stonington Borough, this place is absolutely worth checking out so get your a** down there right away, and make sure you tell ’em Big Al sent you! To the Whitecrest Eatery Team: Thank you, I had an amazingly Dope dining experience ❤️ ☝🏾❤️ - Big Al Mayo “See you on the Rebound, Peace✌🏾out””
Diner · $
171 Bridge Street, Groton · 5.16 miles
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“Hands down one of my favorite places! The staff is wonderful and so friendly! We can’t wait to come back again in the spring!!”
Seafood · $$
21 West Main Street, Mystic · 2.14 miles
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“The food was very good! My husband and I shared the Lobster roll it wasn’t overly buttered , you can taste the lobster. The atmosphere eas nice and service was good.”
Cafe · $
32 Williams Avenue, Mystic · 2.21 miles
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“Everything I've had at Nanas has been excellent! my favs are the drinks, risotto balls, pizza and hot donuts! The staff is the best!”
Indian · $$
156 Kings Highway, Groton · 4.68 miles
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“Delish food excellent customer service wonderful atmosphere”
American · $$
20 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic · 3.58 miles
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“Our server Randi was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. She is a real p.lus for your business. The firecracker shrimp was amazing.”
Pizza · $
88 Ocean Avenue, New London · 6.18 miles
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“Ordered the fish and chips and a white clam strip pizza. It was among one of the best fish and chips I have had, it was fried very well, not having any sort of nasty fried flavor, and the fish was nice and tender. However, learn from my mistakes and ask for some vinegar/and or hot sauce if you are getting the fish and chips. I wasn't thrilled about the pizza, I felt it was a little bland and too heavy at the same time, however as the pizza came after the fish and chips i may have just been too full to appreciate. However if i came again i would get the red sauce version instead.”
Italian · $$
27 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic · 3.55 miles
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“This was our first time at Amalfi and it won't be our last! The food was amazing!! The staff was wonderful and the decor was perfect! You won't be disappointed. We can't wait to go back.”
Japanese · $$
754 Long Hill Road, Groton · 3.55 miles
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“Great place to order from - I use Grub Hub and It's Delicious”
Fine Dining · $$
13 Water Street, Mystic · 1.98 miles
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“The food was really excellent and helped make our trip very memorable. Especially loved the fish. Delicious flavors and great attention to detail. Loved this place. Oh- also a very fun and reasonable happy hour! Delicious oysters.”
Breakfast · $
1115 Norwich-New London Turnpike, Montville · 10.64 miles
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“We had the most amazing experience here. First time and we will definitely be back . This place is a hidden gem. Food was fresh and homemade. So many items to choose from. Every single person we encountered in this establishment made our experience so much richer. Herb keeping watch, Ellen for the hospitality, Maddy our waitress, both cooks and even the table busser. Not to mention the lovely elderly couple we stayed and chatted with well after our meal. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Italian · $$
386 Norwich-Westerly Road, North Stonington · 9.64 miles
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“Outstanding food, service, atmosphere. Pricing was well worth the huge portions. First time visit. Would definitely return. Five stars.”
American · $$
194 Water Street, Stonington · 4.36 miles
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“02.12.25 'Big Al's Reel Reviews' dropped into a Spot located in the Town of Stonington called Dog Watch Cafe. I dropped in unannounced late this afternoon to find out if this spot is serving up Great food, great service with a great atmosphere. Absolutely everything about this place is amazingly Dope!! I absolutely loved the full experience from the service, the atmosphere and most importantly the delicious meal! Dog Watch Cafe is without a doubt a Top Notch restaurant! This place is Off The Hook!! 💣💣💣 Thank you Dog Watch Cafe 👍🏾 194 Water St. Town of Stonington, CT See you on the rebound, ☝🏾❤️- Big Al Mayo”
Seafood · $$
143 Water Street, Stonington · 4.38 miles
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“Food was delicious. 10/10. Would highly recommend and come back when I’m in the area. Service was friendly even tho I did take out. Everything was packed neatly and included utensils.”
Brewery · $$
2 Wyassup Road, North Stonington · 9.6 miles
“Nate & his dad are great people! Their food is delicious! the beers are very good too. We love coming here because of the amazing atmosphere!”
Bakery · $
5 Water Street, Mystic · 2.06 miles
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“A lovely bakery and coffee shop worth the visit Sift Bake Shop is a really nice coffee shop and bakery. The coffee was great, and the baked goods were beautiful and delicious. It’s clear why it’s such a popular spot. One tip: mornings can get quite busy, but later in the day it’s much calmer and easy to get whatever you want without the wait. Either way, it’s worth stopping by. We would definitely recommend Sift Bake Shop to anyone visiting Mystic!”
American · $$
230 Norwich-Westerly Road, North Stonington · 9.69 miles
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“📅 01.10.26 ✍🏾 BIG AL’S WRITTEN REVIEW ✨Big Al’s Reel Reviews - EP.200 🍾🎉 🍽️ Tin Peddler 👍🏾🫳🏾 📍 North Stonington, CT Visited on 01.10.26 ✨ Episode 200 was very special for me. I’ve now walked into 200 small businesses, spent my own money, recorded, edited, and put together 200 full episodes shining a light on local spots and by bringing real eyes, real viewership, and real attention to places that deserve it. That doesn’t even count all the other videos I’ve done along the way supporting even more businesses. This moment means a lot to me because this entire journey has been 100% done by me and 100% supported by you. I truly appreciate every like, share, comment, message, and conversations along the way. Thank you for riding with me and being part of this from the beginning. It doesn’t go unnoticed. Now… let’s talk about how this night went. Walking inside, the place immediately looked beautiful. Warm, clean, and inviting. As the night went on, the room kept filling up naturally. I counted 14 tables total, and while we were sitting there, 10 of them were occupied. The vibe was lively, people were enjoying themselves, and the energy in the room felt right. Service was solid from the jump. Big shout-out to Tayla, our server, who was attentive, and kept everything moving smoothly throughout the visit. Most importantly, she was very friendly and I absolutely love her personality 😎 Now let’s talk about the food. Here’s what I lined up: 1️⃣ BBQ Dry-Rub Chicken Wings - $14 👍🏾👎🏾 Yo, these wings were good. Cooked well, seasoned nicely, and enjoyable to eat. No complaints there. But value matters. You’re getting six wings for $14, which breaks down to about $2.33 per wing, and that’s definitely on the high end for some wings. Taste gets a 👍🏾 Value gets a 👎🏾 They serve good wings… but the price stings a little. They should consider increasing the order from 6 to 8 wings. 🤷🏾♂️ 2️⃣ Mussels Marinara - $17 👍🏾 Solid mussels. Great portion size, served in a flavorful broth, and that warm grilled ciabatta bread was perfect for dipping. The Swiss chard mixed in with the onions was a really nice touch. No complaints here because it was delish.😎 3️⃣ Davis Farm Cornbread - $10 👍🏾 It was soft, moist, a little loose in texture, but still enjoyable. Nothing crazy, nothing that blew me away but a decent, respectable starter. 4️⃣ Peddler Burger & Hand-Cut Fries - $22 💣 Yo… let me talk about this burger for a second. This right here was an amazing burger. Cooked perfectly, juicy, flavorful, and balanced exactly how it should be. The special sauce with the onions was hitting, the bun was right, and I enjoyed every bite. 😋 This burger was a home run. Straight up. If this burger didn’t come through the way it did, this review would’ve been a lot more iffy. But it did. 😁 Easy bomb 💣 5️⃣ Beer-Battered Haddock & Fries - $26 👎🏾🤮 And now… the huge miss. This dish was horrible. The haddock was mushy, translucent, and the batter was separating from the fish. I love Haddock, it should be firm and flaky but this wasn’t even close. One bite and it ended up in a napkin. I don’t know if it was frozen, over-battered, or overcooked, but the texture was completely wrong and it did not taste good. I couldn’t eat it. I tried the coleslaw, hoping it might help save the plate. No way. It wasn’t good either. I just gave up. This earned a clear thumbs down 👎🏾. Note: Before wrapping up, I met Julian, the owner, on our way out the door and we took a photo together. I always respect when an owner shows face and engages with guests. My Final Thoughts: So here’s the thing with Tin Peddler. There’s a lot to like here. The space (I remember when it used to be a Subway Restaurant) has been remodeled beautifully, the vibe was right, and the place was clearly buzzing while we were there. Some dishes absolutely hit, especially that burger. But I’ve gotta keep it real. That burger saved the review. The fish & chips were an insult.🤷🏾♂️😄 When a dish comes out mushy, translucent, and inedible, that’s not something I can overlook. The wings were good but p”
Seafood · $$
46 West Main Street, Mystic · 2.13 miles
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“We went there with expectations to get just a lobster roll, and we did that but they offer much more. The lobster roll flight was fantastic. The bread was so soft and lightly toasted to perfection. The lobster was fresh and delicious. They also have kid’s tenders and hot dogs. The lemonade was even tasty! Highly recommend!”
American · $$
2 Washington Street, Mystic · 1.92 miles
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“Food was great and atmosphere was wonderful!”
Puerto Rican · $
1641 CT-12, Gales Ferry · 8.25 miles
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“Delicious empanadas, friendly staff, comfortable space. Will definitely be back!”
Mexican · $$
8 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic · 3.51 miles
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“We ordered take from from Rio Salado this evening and it was delicious. The manager (Katie) was a doll. She took our order and every request for substitutions or additional food was not a problem. The wait staff is personal able and the restaurant is lovely. We plan on ordering again and look forward to having dinner at the restaurant. So if your looking for delicious Mexican food served by polite staff in a nice restaurant, this is the place for you.”
Indian · $$
929 Bank Street, New London · 6.5 miles
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“This places food is awesome!! The vibe is great, the service is wonderful, will definitely be back”
Italian · $
223 Thames Street, Groton · 5.24 miles
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“I love PP and Chicken Diablo is my FAV!”
Indian · $
150 State Street, New London · 5.77 miles
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“The best around !!!!! We absolutely love the food and the service is excellent 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”