17 Best Cocktail Bars near Stonington

“Dock 9 is a fantastic spot that delivers a memorable dining experience with great food, a lively atmosphere, and top-notch service. From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed by a stylish yet relaxed vibe that makes it perfect for any occasion.

The food is absolutely delicious, with a menu full of flavorful dishes made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. Every plate is thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented, offering a great balance of comfort and creativity.

The drinks are just as impressive, featuring a solid selection of cocktails, beers, and wines that perfectly complement the menu.

The service truly stands out. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always ready to make sure your experience is enjoyable from start to finish.

Dock 9 is the kind of place you’ll want to come back to again and again—great food, great drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Milagro Cafe is a standout. The food is delicious, deeply authentic, and clearly a step above typical Mexican fare. The specials are always a welcome surprise, showing real creativity and care, and the staff is consistently friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful. There’s Mexican food—and then there’s Milagro Cafe.“

“11.11.25 *WRITTEN REVIEW Big Al’s Reel Reviews - Ep.179 🇺🇸 (Veteran’s Day Edition) 🍽️ Breakwater - Stonington Borough, CT Big Al’s 💎 Gem Spot It was one of those raw, windy Veteran’s Days down by the shoreline. My pops and I stopped first at Stonington Point, the American flag waving strong over the water. He looked at it and said, “I did my 20.” That line hit deep. From there, we made our way to Breakwater, a beautiful spot right on the harbor. The second we stepped inside, we were greeted by that warm coastal glow thru bright windows, with beautiful waterfront views, and a calm, classy energy. 💣 And then came one of those full-circle moments life throws at you sometimes… Our server was Trina, someone I worked with almost 30 years ago at Mohegan Sun Casino. Seeing her again made the day even more special. She was absolutely wonderful, kind, quick, and professional. It was everything you could expect. Service was top-notch. 💣 Now let’s talk about that food 👇🏾 1️⃣ Crispy Fried Calamari- $17.50 💣 Light, crispy, and perfectly fried. The cherry peppers gave it just the right kick, and that Thai Chili sauce was straight fire. Pops and I tore it down in minutes 🤷🏾‍♂️😀 both calling it a bomb. 2️⃣ Fish & Chips- $24.50 💣 Fried Atlantic Cod - Done golden and perfect. My fries were crispy and seasoned just right; My Pops went with sweet potato fries. Delicious Coleslaw, and with cocktail sauce every bite of fish hit. Comfort food at its best. We both said bomb 3️⃣ Seafood Pasta- $34.50 💣 This one was loaded: four big scallops, three shrimp, crab meat and two thick lobster pieces all swimming in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce with a little sweetness from the julienne veggies. Every bite was rich, buttery, and flavorful. This s**t was incredible - bomb all the way. Everything we ordered hit. No misses, no maybes. Breakwater delivered from start to finish Son! Great atmosphere, phenomenal service, and food that was cooked with care and flavor. This Veteran’s Day review turned into something special. Breakwater is officially a Big Al’s 💎 Gem Spot. You need to get your a** down there right away and check them out and make sure you tell ’em, Big Al sent you! See you on the Rebound, Peace✌🏾out ☝🏾❤️ - Big Al Mayo “Always Keeping it Real to Reel”“

“Best spot in downtown Westerly. I fact best spot in Westerly and surrounding areas.“

“We loved our experience at the Andrea and our server, Vlad, was so friendly!!! 11/10 - can’t wait to come back!“

“My husband can’t stop talking about the Beef Cheek BOURGUIGNON he had at your restaurant last night. Best meal he ever ordered at a restaurant. 53 years old, that is saying a lot. The Cafe is our new favorite restaurant in the area.“

“I stumbled into this cozy little spot while exploring Rhode Island and instantly fell in love with the atmosphere. It is the perfect mix of a relaxed coffeehouse and a cool evening lounge, with comfortable seating that makes you want to stay for hours. I started with an incredible espresso martini that was perfectly balanced, and then listened to some fantastic live music while enjoying a glass of local wine. The staff was incredibly welcoming, the decor had so much character, and the overall vibe was just wonderful for unwinding after a busy day of traveling.“

“The best dining experience my wife and I have had in Connecticut! I cannot recommend Barbary Coast highly enough. Magnificent flavors and plating, incredibly attentive service, and a serene, immersion atmosphere. We can't wait to go back!“

“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!“

“My husband and I visited S & P Oyster Co. on our honeymoon, and it truly could not have been a more exquisite experience. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm, inviting, and perfect for a special occasion. We started with fresh oysters on the half shell, pan-seared octopus, and pan-seared scallops, each dish was beautifully prepared and absolutely outstanding. For our entrées, we enjoyed the sesame-encrusted yellowfin tuna and the homemade squid ink pasta, both of which were exceptional in flavor and quality. Our waiter, Jeff, made the night even more memorable. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and kind, offering wonderful recommendations and never rushing us. The drinks were fantastic as well and complemented the meal perfectly. S & P Oyster Co. gave us a honeymoon dinner we will never forget. We can’t recommend this place enough and can’t wait to return. We make it a point to come every year!“

“We are from Connecticut, and headed to East beach yesterday, on one of the hotter days. Wanted to try something different for dinner and found this place. I highly highly recommended. Love the building, the location and especially the food. Very, very creative, but approachable and delicious. We tryed acouple of the different tacos, and also the green curry on grits, which made my mouth very, very happy. You've got to try this place.“

“I recently hosted a bridal shower at Mix in Mystic, and it exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, the entire event was beautiful, seamless, and so well done.

The food was absolutely perfect, and the staff did an outstanding job consistently replenishing the buffet so everything stayed fresh and plentiful throughout the event. The service was top notch—everyone was friendly, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about making sure our guests had a great experience. They served with smiles and made everyone feel welcome.

A special thank you to Brittany, the Events Manager, who was incredible to work with. She was responsive, organized, easy to communicate with, and so helpful throughout the planning process. She made everything stress-free, especially when it came to dietary restrictions and providing alternative food options for guests, and was a huge part of why the day went so smoothly.

The downtown Mystic location and beautiful view from the restaurant added so much to the atmosphere of the event and made the day feel even more special.

Our guests had an amazing time, and I lost count of how many people told me how special and beautiful everything was. I would highly recommend Mix in Mystic for any special event. They truly helped make the day unforgettable.“

“Had our after wedding brunch there. Great service, food, cocktails . Heather and all her staff were wonderful - attentive, friendly, made us feel at home and special! Thanks to everyone there!!“

“We didn’t have the best experience for Valentine’s Day but we came back and had a much more enjoyable experience tonight ! Service and food were both great . We will be back 😀“

“Great food, good service, reasonable prices. Finally visited an old friend, Tracy, and can't wait to return. Always a gentleman.“

“We went to Foxwoods casino to see a concert, while there we wanted to try Momosa Japanese restaurant. The place was beautifully decorated, had a nice vibe, there were plenty of servers and ours was very professional. We ordered two noodle soup dishes, a vegetable roll and a cocktail. My chicken soup was bland and didn’t have much flavor. Probably wouldn’t order this again. The roll was different because it had carrots and green beans. The other soup was a spicy pork and that had better taste.
I would go back to try other dishes.“

“Dinner was great until mice were bombarding us, atleast 3 coming out of the booth, going in and out:/ idek what is happening here.“