Cuckoos Nest

1712 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook
(860) 399-8189

Recent Reviews

Raul Infante

Sue is Great! I was such a nitpicker on the phone ordering Tacos and she was extremely patient and servicial with me. Above & Beyond service. I recommend for any foodie. BUT it doesn’t stop there, upon arrival I was greeted with the best tacos in town. Mahi-Mahi, Cod, Shrimp & Salmon. All were delish and I do recommend. Please try them out, Thank Me l8r!Dietary restrictions: I only eat fish and veggies and they were able to satisfy my neediness and hunger + Sue is more awesome in person than she is on the phone! It was great meeting her!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Avocado, Guacamole, Fish Taco

Bradley Rathe

Great service, fantastic

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Street Tacos

RobynW

We were seated near the front door and it was freezing. I asked to be moved with elderly relatives but there were no other tables available. We sat and ate with our winter jackets on. Not fun. The food was fair - the fish tacos were dry; the chicken tacos bland but my husband enjoyed his cheeseburger. We won't be back.

Rick Thibeault

I have been going to the Cuckoo’s Nest for years - even before their “Ten Years in Tacos” celebration. Food is great. Atmosphere is great. House margaritas were amazing. Stopped going during COVID times but when I started going back found that prices were higher and something had changed with the house margaritas . . . They are making them differently now and they are not as good as before. I really hope that they switch back to the old formula. Only 4 stars due to the margaritas.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Guacamole, Cajun Prime Rib, Steak

Dulmarie Irizarry

Beautiful decor and friendly atmosphere. The street corn was over cooked, but the Enchiladas de Mole and the Cajun Garlic Shrimp & Scallops were delicious. Our server was very attentive, knowledgeable and overall amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Enchiladas

Eric Garabedian

I ordered a shredded chicken chimichanga meal that was very good our Waters, margaritas and chips were refilled promptly. We had a quality experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chimichanga Grande

Jose Luis Oritz

The food was delicious, I often come to this restaurant and they never cease to surprise me with the service and the food, the manager told me that he remembers seeing me before, it shows that they take great care of their customers and are attentive to everything. I recommend this restaurant 100%, the food is delicious. The prices are not high and the atmosphere is very pleasant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Barry G.

Once again a disappointing experience with your restaurant. In the past, the issue has been inconsistent food. Tonight it was being nickel and dimed. My friend and I each had a Diet Coke. The server offered us refills but never advised us it was $1 each refill. That increased my bill by $4. The server refilled the salsa which was $2.50 now raising my bill by $6.50. The server never informed me of the extra charges. I did not pick up on these extra charges until I looked at the bill more closely at home. I called the restaurant, expressed my concern and was told “It’s written on the menu “.I guess I missed that when reading the menu. Point taken but doesn’t mean I agree. I have been to your restaurant many times. As of late I have been disappointed in food and service. Tonight’s experience has left me not wanting to return again.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

Sirr Purr time

The staff was absolutely excellent I myself had the Cajun prime rib it was delicious portions were good for the

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Debi Geffert

After living here for the past 50 years, I must say that The Cuckoo's is still one of my Favorite places to be.Love the food, and the employees should be given an Award

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ariana Yasso

First time coming here with sue as my server. She made the experience so amazing and had such good recommendations. She literally is the best give her a promotion!!!! Lovely meeting

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Donna Rogers

I love the rustic Mexican decor. The outdoor dining is so colorful.The staff is so much more than nice. They make you feel extra special.The food was delicious!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chimichanga Grande, Original Nachos, Side of Sesame Tuna, Grilled Fish Tacos, Guacamole, Steak Fajitas, Cajun Prime Rib, Steak

Scott Pasionek

We only ordered nachos with steak and it was good. Small bar area but good people and since we sat at a bar table our server was awesome. If only I could remember her name. I would definitely go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tom H

Very good food with sizable portions and an extremely friendly and attentive staff. Excellent specials and cocktails as well. This is a great place for business lunches and the outdoor area would likely be wonderful for private events if they offer that.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Brooke Chang (KMC's Mom)

I'd definitely go back! Met up with friends on a weekend for lunch. Zero wait time. Menus and water right away. Bartender was attentive to dietary modifications requested as best possible. He even came to the table. We all ended up happy with what we ordered.Food was delicious, I personally didn't leave any leftovers but portions were large enough that my friends took food home.It was not too loud, cozy vibe inside seating, and even witnessed a birthday being celebrated nearby.Parking: Handicap accessible, large lot directly in front of the restaurant which was convenient on our visit as it was raining.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Grilled Fish Tacos

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