You can't beat the view and beauty of Ocean House. But, after being here a few times, the menu is limited, the food is average, and service has been average each time. For a Relais & Chateaux property, I'd expect better. I'd recommend going for a drink and maybe raw bar, but skip a larger meal.
Jennifer
Go for the view and ambience - NOT for the food or service. Fantastic views of the ocean on one side, croquet court and grounds of the Ocean House hotel. Over your other shoulder you can see the harbor and Stonington across the harbor. We had cocktails and dinner at 7pm and it was breathtaking. The service was fair-to-poor. Food was also fair-to-poor. I had a hot buttered lobster roll (which should have been spectacular given the New England location) and it was chewy, very disappointing for $52. Go for the view and have a glass of wine and a small bite and enjoy the view.
Betsy
Awesome table, awesome view, awesome server! Our drinks were very good! I had been 2 weeks ago and had the lobster roll and it was delicious. I got it again and it was a little “soupy” and the bun was a little stale. It wasn't terrible but it just wasn't as good as the one I had 2 weeks ago.
Lisa
Been to Ocean House many times and has always been a wonderful experience. Sadly this time was not the same. Food was less than appetizing, bread was stale, tomatoes and pickles were mushy, drinks forgotten and no clam chowder available. This was not the five star quality expected, service also subpar, waitress wanted to be anywhere but at work. Unfortunately will not be returning anytime soon. Please work on hospitality and quality rather than the five star name.
eliza
We sat on the veranda, but the sun was beating down on our food and faces the whole time, 90 minutes. I believe this can be solved by having louvered wooden blinds but still have the view. We are defiantly not the first people to have to deal with this. Considering the cost of the food and how long everything took. They really need to resolve this.
Matthew
Service was great, food is so overpriced, you can get better or the same seafood anywhere. It's obvious you are paying for the location and that's it. If you like class performance go to voyeur
Jill
Wow! This setting is so lovely overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. There is not a bad table and the staff seemed genuinely pleased to have us there. Food is delicious. Have the hot lobster roll!
allyson
Our group of 5 had an outstanding experience at the Verandah , wonderful light bites and drinks and exceptional service .
Kelly
Beautiful view, great staff !! Love going and watching the sunset and having a drink and light fare.
Jo
Loved eating outdoors with a beautiful view. Service as nd food were definitely worth the cost. I would highly recommend the experience to anyone.
Nice experience. Very expensive. Can't believe there was a charge for parking after a $500 dinner.
Travis
Mediocre quality lobster roll for the absurd ‘market' price. (Always ask what the market price is; lesson learned) Plenty of other venues in the area that are much better for a lot less. Also, maybe not plate the roll along side a salad with vinaigrette dressing?
Darlene
Our lunch was wonderful with delicious Lobster Rolls and the amazing views and Cheery Tarts for dessert. We enjoy the beautiful resort with outstanding food and excellent service.
Patricia
The host Kent was terribly rude . The server ( Artem? ) blue eyes sweet young man, was marvelous. Food was good . Lawn was being serviced. Very loud.
Linda
Great table outdoors, great waitress and delicious food. Valet service was prompt and reasonable. The little birthday treat was appreciated.
You can't beat the view and beauty of Ocean House. But, after being here a few times, the menu is limited, the food is average, and service has been average each time. For a Relais & Chateaux property, I'd expect better. I'd recommend going for a drink and maybe raw bar, but skip a larger meal.
Go for the view and ambience - NOT for the food or service. Fantastic views of the ocean on one side, croquet court and grounds of the Ocean House hotel. Over your other shoulder you can see the harbor and Stonington across the harbor. We had cocktails and dinner at 7pm and it was breathtaking. The service was fair-to-poor. Food was also fair-to-poor. I had a hot buttered lobster roll (which should have been spectacular given the New England location) and it was chewy, very disappointing for $52. Go for the view and have a glass of wine and a small bite and enjoy the view.
Awesome table, awesome view, awesome server! Our drinks were very good! I had been 2 weeks ago and had the lobster roll and it was delicious. I got it again and it was a little “soupy” and the bun was a little stale. It wasn't terrible but it just wasn't as good as the one I had 2 weeks ago.
Been to Ocean House many times and has always been a wonderful experience. Sadly this time was not the same. Food was less than appetizing, bread was stale, tomatoes and pickles were mushy, drinks forgotten and no clam chowder available. This was not the five star quality expected, service also subpar, waitress wanted to be anywhere but at work. Unfortunately will not be returning anytime soon. Please work on hospitality and quality rather than the five star name.
We sat on the veranda, but the sun was beating down on our food and faces the whole time, 90 minutes. I believe this can be solved by having louvered wooden blinds but still have the view. We are defiantly not the first people to have to deal with this. Considering the cost of the food and how long everything took. They really need to resolve this.
Service was great, food is so overpriced, you can get better or the same seafood anywhere. It's obvious you are paying for the location and that's it. If you like class performance go to voyeur
Wow! This setting is so lovely overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. There is not a bad table and the staff seemed genuinely pleased to have us there. Food is delicious. Have the hot lobster roll!
Our group of 5 had an outstanding experience at the Verandah , wonderful light bites and drinks and exceptional service .
Beautiful view, great staff !! Love going and watching the sunset and having a drink and light fare.
Loved eating outdoors with a beautiful view. Service as nd food were definitely worth the cost. I would highly recommend the experience to anyone.
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Nice experience. Very expensive. Can't believe there was a charge for parking after a $500 dinner.
Mediocre quality lobster roll for the absurd ‘market' price. (Always ask what the market price is; lesson learned) Plenty of other venues in the area that are much better for a lot less. Also, maybe not plate the roll along side a salad with vinaigrette dressing?
Our lunch was wonderful with delicious Lobster Rolls and the amazing views and Cheery Tarts for dessert. We enjoy the beautiful resort with outstanding food and excellent service.
The host Kent was terribly rude . The server ( Artem? ) blue eyes sweet young man, was marvelous. Food was good . Lawn was being serviced. Very loud.
Great table outdoors, great waitress and delicious food. Valet service was prompt and reasonable. The little birthday treat was appreciated.
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