16 Best Bars near Old Lyme

The Side Door Jazz Club Bar • $$$
85 Lyme St, Old Lyme

Customers` Favorites

Espresso Martini Panna Cotta
Shrimp Pad Thai

“There a great ambiance and great acoustics for live music also a good line of view when the bands play. Highly Recommended“

4.9 Superb62 Reviews
The Pavilion Bar • $$
85 Swan Ave, Old Lyme

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Clam Strip Roll
Burger
Fries

“The pavilion is a “HIDDEN GEM” located in T if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of a busy stressful workweek then set a course for this beautiful oasis with live music good drinks what more can one ask for let’s have some fun 🤩 meet you there first round on me !!“

4 Good54 Reviews
The Highliner III Bar • $
139 Essex Rd, Westbrook - 6.42 miles

“Love this place!! The best people“

4.4 Superb23 Reviews
Calamari's Tavern Bar • $
112 Main St, Deep River - 7.58 miles

“Wandered in with a friend. We were looking for a quiet place to have a drink. Sat at the bar. The pinot noir was yummy so we stayed for another. Atmosphere warm and cozy. Service excellent. Stayed for dinner. Had the tagliarini with seared scallops. Amazingly good. I'm trying to figure out when I can go back. Glad to hear they are extending their hours to 7 days a week“

4.1 Good24 Reviews
Rustic Café Seafood • $$
516 Boston Post Rd, East Lyme - 4.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Kitchen Sink Burger and Fries
Lobster Grilled Cheese
Rustic Spinach Salad
Fried Pickle Spears
Great Cole Slaw
Fish & Chips

“Excellent food , great small town feel“

4.2 Good95 Reviews
The Rabbit Hole Bar • $$
256 Main St, Old Saybrook - 2.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Firecracker Burger Chilli Cheese Onion Rings
Ultimate Chili Burger
Mushroom Swiss Burger
Sweet Potato Fries
Honey Mustard
French Fries
Tuna Sliders
Plain Burger
Dirty Wings
Lobster

“great beer selection and bar food is unique and creative“

4.1 Good54 Reviews
The Tap Room at The Griswold Inn Bar • $
36 Main St, Essex - 3.87 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bread and Maple Butter

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

4.1 Good314 Reviews
Liv's Oyster Bar & Restaurant Seafood • $$
166 Main St, Old Saybrook - 2.91 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fresh Cut Fries Truffle Parmesan Fries
Fava Bean Falafel Appitizer
Shrimp and Cod Curry
Pan Seared Scallops
Special Noodle Bowl
Happy Hour Calamari
Crusted Tuna Steak
Seafood Fried Rice
Eggnog Creme Brulee
Oyster of the Day

“Such great service but even more so, the chefs are incredible with their creativity and delivery of unique and delicious food. Liv's is an oasis away from home....they do so much to make dinner special every time. Thank you all.“

4.7 Superb338 Reviews
Alforno Trattoria • Bar • Pizza Italian • $$
1654 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook - 4.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pasta with Veal Meatballs
Tagliatelle Bolognese
Eggplant Rollantini
Meatballs and Bread
Flounder Livornese
Large Cheese Pizza
Fried Mozzarella
Our Famous Pizza
Napolitano Pizza
Beer Selection

“Best penne alla vodka I’ve ever had. Gluten free option too! Great service as well. ❤️“

4.8 Superb103 Reviews
Otter Cove Restaurant & Bar Gastropubs • $$
99 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook - 1.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp and Seared Scallops
Cheesecake Slice of Cake
Salmon with Broccoli
Chocolate Cake
Steak Tacos
Calamari

“While it is a little off the beating path, it is a fine establishment that has been in the area for several years. Their prices are reasonable. Their menu is varied and quite good. Always a consideration when looking for a last-minute place to go during the week for dinner.“

4.6 Superb64 Reviews
Grano Arso Italian • $$$
6 Main St, Chester - 8.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

Rigatoni Bolognese
Charcuterie Board
Eggplant Al Forno
Pasta Bolognese
Chocolate Torta
Crispy Potatoes
Wine Pairing
Dine in: No
Duck Breast
Misticanza

“Wonderfully charming and historic town of Chester; creative menu; delicious food; creative environment; talented chefs; gracious hosts and servers; very gracious and dedicated owner. My party of four had a delightful experience; in fact, our guests consider Grano Arso one of their favorite restaurants.“

4.4 Superb556 Reviews
Aspen Restaurant American • $$$
2 Main St, Old Saybrook - 2.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Raspberry Bomb
New England Clam Chowder
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Side Fettucine Pasta
Warm Toffee Pudding
Lobster Bolognese
Flank Steak Meal
Pan Seared Salmon
Grilled Octopus
Crispy Calamari

“My husband and I went to Aspen the other night for our wedding anniversary. We had our rehearsal dinner there 4 years ago and were blown away by the food.. well, once again, they nailed it! It was delicious!! Not only was the food good, but our waiter, Joe M (funny, same name as my husband 😅), was wonderful! We will definitely be back again!!“

4.4 Superb292 Reviews
Jimmy’s Legacy Grille American •
9 Main St, East Haddam - 4.79 miles

“just came from lunch with my husband..had the best chicken parm we ever had.the calamari was excellent.we were the first to try the new meatball app ,they were fantastic.cheese in the center with the house marinara,perfect..the entire experience was great,,service on spot,,we are happy this restaurant has finally opened and say to all you have to try it..“

4.7 Superb13 Reviews
Comfort Café LLC American • $
90 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook - 1.54 miles

“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.,“

4.4 Superb32 Reviews
Pattaconk 1850 Bar & Grille Bar & Grill • $$
33 Main St, Chester - 8.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chilli Dogs with Onion Rings
Pattaconk Wings and Tenders
Cobb Salad with Chicken
Southwest Egg Rolls
Pulled Pork Nachos
Chicken Sandwich
Fish and Chips
Jameson Shot
Fresh Salad
Quesadilla

“Hungry after a few hours at Gillette Castle, we were looking for lunch/dinner. We had a wonderful experience at Pattaconk! Our waitress was friendly and attentive to my dietary needs (Celiac’s). We had a burger, quesadilla & Nashville chicken stripes. My burger had a gf bun & was delicious, husb & daughter loved the stripes & quesadilla. Restaurant had a nice, chill atmosphere, everyone enjoying drinks & food. We will be back when out in the area.“

4.1 Good95 Reviews
Sunset Bar and Grill Bar & Grill • $$
1525 Boston Post Rd, Westbrook - 6.13 miles

“The food is good, however the service and view are amazing. Today I enjoyed the lobster roll and oysters and my wife had a lobster roll with gluten free bread due to her gluten allergy. Its fantastic the restaurant had gluten free bread. However, the lobster was somewhat dry and tasted a little tough around the edges as if it had been sitting under a heat lamp for too long or was several days old and was reheated to the point of dryness/toughness. At $38/roll, you need to have fresh lobster out of the shell from that day. When you’re competing with amazing seafood shacks down the street like Johnny Ad’s or Skippers who always have fresh tasting lobster, you need to serve the same at a $38 price point. Everything else was fantastic.“

3.3 Good33 Reviews

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