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Café Routier, Westbrook, CT
Café Routier, Westbrook, CT
Café Routier, Westbrook, CT
Café Routier, Westbrook, CT
Café Routier, Westbrook, CT

Café Routier

4.8
4.8
2180 Reviews
$30 and under
American
1353 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT 06498

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Please go to www.caferoutier.com for all current menus and important postings!
"Constantly evolving, Seasonally driven and Globally inspired menus"

Cafe Routier, Bistro and Lounge, serving a three paneled menu format; Regional (a different region of the world every 8 weeks), Seasonal (locally sourced seasonal ingredients) and a specialty menu of classic Bistro fare. A 40 seat lounge serving 'small plates' and tapas adjoins the bar area. Ethos is important to us.

Reservations made online are for our dining room only. Our lounge does not require reservations and works on a first come/first serve approach, so please do not make a reservation if your intent is to sit in the lounge!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Parties from 50 to 120 people on site with menus designed to meet every and all respective needs.
  • Neighborhood
    Westbrook
  • Parking details
    A well lighted parking lot offers 65 spaces.
  • Entertainment
    A diverse global approach to background music, programmed every night to meet the 'tempo' of the respective evening. Downtempo, lounge, acid jazz, bossanova, french fusion, easy house, classic jazz, etc . . . every night you can expect a unique tour to match our mood.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,180 people are saying

Café Routier reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    American

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Service

  • Middlesex

    Innovative

  • Middlesex

    Healthy

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Café Routier is a culinary gem offering an "exceptional" dining experience with "delectable cuisine" and "superb service." The menu is diverse, featuring creative dishes that consistently impress. Guests praise the "relaxed and welcoming ambience," making it ideal for special occasions and regular visits alike. A true "favorite" on the Connecticut shoreline.
2,180 Reviews
  1. Michele VIP

    New York City49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great dining experience. Wonderful service, nicely paced meal. Food was off the chart! The duck, and the trout were exceptional. We will continue to return to this fabulous restaurant.

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  2. Linda VIP

    New York City34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    What a treasure to find right off of i95 on our way to Norwich! Service was wonderful from maitre'de and the wait staff. Food was delicious. I enjoyed the French Onion soup (no bread, though, since I am GF) and the lamb chops with potatoes. DH couldn't stop eating the curry sauce that was with the mussels and enjoyed the mahi tacos as well. Interesting collection of foods from sushi to Italian to Mexican and French.

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  3. Jim

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most difficult part of our dinner was trying to decide on what to order. The offerings were varied and creative. Our selections were delicious and the service was exceptional! This is my new favorite restaurant!

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  4. Matthew

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was exceptional! The food was absolutely delicious with great service in a very comfortable and relaxed setting. Would highly recommend Cafe Routier.

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  5. Amy

    New Orleans16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner! The staff was very nice, the food delicious and beautifully presented and the atmosphere was very relaxing and cozy.

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  6. Russ

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner from beginning to end. Delicious food, lovely atmosphere and wonderful server.

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  7. David

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staying at Water's Edge and checked their menu and the one a couple minutes away at Cafe Routier. Lamb Chops for "The Bride" on our 58th Anniversary at the Cafe helped make the choice. The food was excellent ... and yes, she had the lamb chops ... happy, happy. I had the hanger steak that was excellent too. Patty & Victor provided excellent and friendly service. Special place for a special night.

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  8. Mike

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Café Routier stands as the epitome of a perfect restaurant. Its exceptional staff, delectable cuisine, and captivating atmosphere inspire other restaurants to strive for greatness. In fact, it sets such a high standard that it can easily overshadow the experiences of other establishments.

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  9. Leslye

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Menu provides many choices in terms of food. All of our dishes were delicious. Service was excellent.

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  10. John VIP

    New York City62 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fine meal in an excellent restaurant with superb service. Thank you.

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FAQs

Café Routier offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 399-8700.

Café Routier is rated 4.8 stars by 2180 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Café Routier

1353 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT 06498

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Westbrook
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    A well lighted parking lot offers 65 spaces.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    A diverse global approach to background music, programmed every night to meet the 'tempo' of the respective evening. Downtempo, lounge, acid jazz, bossanova, french fusion, easy house, classic jazz, etc . . . every night you can expect a unique tour to match our mood.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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