Restaurants near Ivoryton Playhouse

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1. The Griswold Inn

4.6

Exceptional(939)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Essex

Booked 8 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.

2. La Marea

4.8

Exceptional(1812)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Saybrook

Booked 11 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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3. Surfridge Brewing Company

4.8

Exceptional(47)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Centerbrook

Booked 5 times today

Wood fired Artisanal pizza and brewpub. Cold and hot share plates, Neapolitan Pies, and chef driven cuisine. House brewed beers, wines, mixology. Large patio, family and dog friendly.

A photo of The Wine Bar & Bistro at The Griswold Inn restaurant

4. The Wine Bar & Bistro at The Griswold Inn

4.9

Exceptional(90)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Essex

The Wine Bar at The Griswold Inn is an extraordinary space in which to enjoy a delicious experience in every respect. It features an innovative tapas menu, inspired "macro" plates, artisanal cheeses and handcrafted desserts. The menu changes periodically to take advantage of all that characterizes a particular season, though there are a few classics that remain on the menu throughout the year, like its very popular Grilled and Carved Bistro Steak, served with white truffle-laced pommes frites, arugula,and red wine jus. A consistent winner of Wine Spectator's prestigious Award of Excellence, it offers numerous wines by the glass, wine flights, and a more extensive bottle list. A full-service bar is also available. A creative and accomplished chef and a knowledgeable and attentive service staff complete the experience.

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5. The Brushmill by the Waterfall

4.5

Awesome(606)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Chester

Booked 7 times today

The Brushmill By The Waterfall is a restaurant and tavern featuring contemporary cuisine in an elegant setting overlooking a romantic waterfall on the Pattaconk Creek located in picturesque Chester, Connecticut.

6. Café Routier

4.8

Exceptional(2176)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Westbrook

Booked 17 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!

7. Aspen Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1720)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Old Saybrook

Booked 10 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.

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8. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge

4.3

Awesome(879)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westbrook

Booked 13 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.

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9. Luigi's Restaurant - Old Saybrook

4.9

Exceptional(102)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old Saybrook

Booked 3 times today

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10. Little Pub- Old Saybrook

4.6

Exceptional(139)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 3 times today

Great food, generous drinks, and a lively pub atmosphere you'll feel right at home in. A rustic neighborhood gathering place with a relentless focus on customer service, value, and fun.

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CDL50VIP
Greater Boston •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great dinning experience, food and service was great and would definitely recommend to friends
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La MareaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Old Saybrook
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4.8
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Mike
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
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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Café RoutierPrice: Moderate• American• Westbrook
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4.8
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DonnaVIP
San Diego •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Beautiful property, delicious food and good service. Highly recommend!
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The Brushmill by the WaterfallPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Chester
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4.5
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C .VIP
Connecticut •119 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Great local brewery off of Route 9. Service was great and beers 🍺! Burgers 🍔 were in need of flavor yet presentation was excellent. Will try the pizza next time.
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Surfridge Brewing CompanyPrice: Moderate• Pub• Centerbrook
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4.8
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Tom
Alabama •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Food was excellent, Sarah was a terrific waiter, and the building is very cool! Right out of the 18th century.
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The Griswold InnPrice: Expensive• American• Essex
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4.6

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