Restaurants near Hammonasset Natural Area Preserve

113 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(1914)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Madison

Booked 5 times today

Year-round dining overlooking the Long Island Sound. Outdoor dining available year-round. Full-Bar Service. Progressive American Cuisine.

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2. Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(64)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Madison

Booked 8 times today

Experience upscale Mexican cuisine with a delightful twist at Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina. Our newly redesigned downtown spot offers a charming ambiance, perfect for enjoying drinks and appetizers at the bar or dining on our enclosed porch year-round. Indulge in our inventive tacos with homemade tortillas, featuring flavors like savory shrimp or succulent pulled pork tamales. Cap off your meal with our creamy Tres Leches dessert. With prompt service and engaged waitstaff, every visit is a celebration of flavor and hospitality.

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3. Chamard Vineyards, Farm Winery Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2440)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Clinton

Booked 9 times today

Established in 1983, Chamard Vineyards, is one of the Connecticut Wine Trails founding fathers. Tucked between the Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River, Chamard enjoys a unique marine micro-climate ideal for growing European Vinifera vines such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Pinot Noir. To produce “French Inspired Wines from the Connecticut Shoreline” has been Chamards mission from the start. As a farm, Chamard honors agriculture by partnering with fellow growers and producers to pair food with wine in celebration of Connecticut’s local gastronomy.

4. Café Routier

4.7

Exceptional(2161)

Price: Moderate

• American • Westbrook

Booked 21 times today

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!

5. The Essex

4.8

Exceptional(1017)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 16 times today

Set in the heart of downtown, across from the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, the “new” Essex will continue to offer the progressive, modern, approachable cuisine that has made it a top restaurant in the region. Whether it’s a pre-theater dinner, a casual gathering with friends, or a tasting menu for a special evening, guests can gather at The Essex to create memories with family and friends while enjoying excellent cuisine. The Essex menu showcases modern American cuisine that draws inspiration from the land, sea and deep heritage of the Connecticut River Valley, using the freshest locally sourced products available from farm and sea. All will inspire an ever-changing menu of progressive interpretations of timeless dishes. "Voted Best New Restaurant in New England" Yankee Magazine "Best Restaurants in Connecticut" CT Magazine "Not to be Missed" Town & Country Magazine"Rising Chef Star" CT Mag

6. Aspen Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1700)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Old Saybrook

Booked 14 times today

Aspen Restaurant Voted Best New Restaurant for 2009 by Connecticut Magazine. A premiere destination dining experience, serving contemporary american cuisine with global accents. Aspen Restaurant is Located on 2 main street in Old Saybrook,CT.

7. Fresh Salt

4.6

Exceptional(1501)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Old Saybrook

Booked 18 times today

Fresh Salt is more than just a restaurant; it is a place to enjoy one another’s company and experience the breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound quietly intertwined with the Connecticut River. Utilizing the chef’s simple yet high quality approach, the fresh, seasonal local ingredients of Connecticut are transformed into beautifully inspired dishes. Our Local Food Commitment allows us to work with local farmers and artisans to ensure the quality of locally grown ingredients from the sea, land and soil. These fresh ingredients and vibrant tastes of Fresh Salt are available daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located right on the water means seriously fresh seafood and our menu definitely delivers. From the beloved Lobster Roll to the cherished Clam Chowder and so many more specialties, Fresh Salt dishes are guaranteed to please every palate. We offer indoor and outdoor dining, outdoor dining is based on a first come first serve basis, outdoor dining is non-reservable.

8. La Marea

4.8

Exceptional(1785)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Saybrook

Booked 23 times today

Savor the authentic tastes of Italy when you dine at La Marea. Located on the shoreline of CT in Old Saybrook, our family owned Italian restaurant prepares northern and southern Italian cuisine using a mix of the finest imports from Italy as well as fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Gluten Free and Vegetarian options are available. Enjoy your dining experience in either our dining room or be sure to reserve a seat at our conversational hi-top tables or at the bar in our lounge.Important: when making a reservation through OpenTable there is an option to make a reservation at a high top table in the bar area or standard table which is in the dining room. If the high top option does not pop up as an option for you then that means that there are NO High Top tables available at those times. If you would like to reserve bar seats please leave us a note or call us. See you soon! Take-out available

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9. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge

4.6

Exceptional(866)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westbrook

Booked 12 times today

Located on the expansive grounds of the Water’s Edge Resort and Spa sits a beautiful restaurant with magnificent ocean views, Dattilo Fine Italian, the jewel of the Connecticut shoreline. The cuisine is fresh, creative and bold, with flavors reminiscent of old-world Italy. A rich authentic menu pairs with our extensive wine list features wines from across the globe. In addition to the seasonal menu Dattilo also offers nightly dining specials and themed dinners. Each Sunday we end the weekend with one of the finest Brunches in Connecticut featuring carving, pasta, crepe, and omelet stations. The brunch theme changes each week offering a new variety of fare to experience.

10. The Griswold Inn

4.5

Awesome(918)

Price: Expensive

• American • Essex

Booked 7 times today

The Griswold Inn is an inn and restaurant located in the historic seaport village of Essex. The Gris, as it is affectionately known, has been in continous operation since 1776.`Currently we are offering dine in, dine out, and Gris To Go! Inside, guests may enjoy dining in historic, art-filled rooms which exude character, charm and tradition. Seating for the alfresco experience is available on a first-come, first-served basis, with the exception of larger parties of 7 or more which may be made by calling 860.767.1776. The Inn boasts a wine list consistently recognized by Wine Spectator with the prestigious Award of Excellence; Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure have recently recognized the Inn's restaurant as "Connecticut's coziest" and it is included in Patricia Schulz's "1000 Places to See Before You Die". The Griswold Inn is also the recipient of Connecticut's Highest Award for Hospitality. The best of old and new meet here.

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Heather
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was our second trip back in a week, we loved it so much the first time. Second time all was good again except they forgot to make my dad's dinner so he had to wait about 20 minutes while we all ate. When it finally came they were apologetic and offered to comp his dinner. So they made a mistake but did the right thing. We will be back as the food is so good and the service is friendly and usually terrific.
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Comomango Mexican Kitchen and CantinaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Madison
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4.7
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Philip
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent dining experience in every way—warm, inviting ambiance, thoughtful and courteous waitstaff, delicious cuisine, and reasonably priced. Lively bar opposite the dining room for those who want a little more variety, but it’s not excessively noisy. Practically a Westbrook institution—so consistently well done for years.
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Café RoutierPrice: Moderate• American• Westbrook
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4.7
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Diana
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
Our late lunch early dinner was fabulous on New Year's Day 2025. Our waitress, Barbara, was very friendly, energetic, helpful and wonderfully nice-she gets all the kudos for a great visit. We will definitely return to Fresh Salt.
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Fresh SaltPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Old Saybrook
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4.6
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PatriciaVIP
New York City •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
We have frequently chosen this restaurant for our New Year’s Day brunch and will continue to do so. Wait staff is friendly and attentive and food choices are varied and well prepared
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The Wharf-Madison Beach HotelPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Madison
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4.7
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Gigi
Fort Lauderdale •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
Stupendous Experience, Always 💓❗️🥂 fabulous food, genuine & joyful staff, sweet atmosphere🎊 Our fav local winery 🍾
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Chamard Vineyards, Farm Winery BistroPrice: Expensive• French American• Clinton
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4.7

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113 restaurants available nearby

1. The Wharf-Madison Beach Hotel

2. Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina

3. Chamard Vineyards, Farm Winery Bistro

4. Café Routier

5. The Essex

6. Aspen Restaurant

7. Fresh Salt

8. La Marea

9. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge

10. The Griswold Inn

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