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1. Favorites Bistro Bar

4.4

Awesome(18)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • New London

Booked 2 times today

Everyones Favorite Bistro...A PLAYFUL, MODERN & CLASSY CARIBBEAN EXPERIENCE WORTH CELEBRATING AT THE BISTROInspired by the feeling of warm summer sunsets with sand in your toes on your favorite island. Favorites Bistro Bar is the perfect place to enjoy a meal & relax. Our Caribbean infused food & Island Inspired hand-craft cocktails create the perfect upscale & social atmosphere.Located: less than 15 minutes away from Mystic, Noank, Groton, Niantic we are centrally located in Downtown New London for an easy commute.

2. The Helmsman

4.1

Excellent(83)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Groton

Booked 10 times today

Rooted in the cultivated craftsmanship tradition of its New England locality, The Helmsman Kitchen & Bar brings a sure-fire culinary experience. Go beyond the expected and embark on a culinary journey of modern cuisine that centers on both land and sea specialities. Indulge in delectable dishes complimented by an extensive wine list, hand-crafted cocktails and mocktails. Host to monthly wine pairing dinners, happy hour, plus a myriad of special events and private dining celebrations. Located at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa serving breakfast and dinner daily.

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3. Fisherman Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(834)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Mystic

Booked 5 times today

A dining destination on the Connecticut shoreline featuring water views from every seat in our beautifully remodeled facility!

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4. Fords Black & Blue

4.2

Awesome(181)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Mystic

Booked 1 time today

The New England coast is known for exceptional dining experiences and Ford’s Black & Blue offers just that. A hidden gem, located in historic Noank, Connecticut, offering exquisite steak and seafood utilizing locally-sourced produce and fresh ingredients. A casual fine dining restaurant and bar superbly staffed with great chefs and friendly servers, this Noank staple is well-worth many visits. Please make all modifications or cancellations at least 6 hours before your reservation time.

5. TAO Mohegan Sun

4.7

Exceptional(4551)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Uncasville

Booked 84 times today

TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge offers a distinctive culinary experience in the most dramatic setting Mohegan Sun has to offer. Guests can choose from a selection of Asian-inspired specialties, focusing on Chinese, Japanese and Thai techniques and ingredients; including signature dishes like the Satay of Chilean Sea Bass, Lobster Wontons, Peking Duck, Crispy Snapper in “Sand,” and Tuna Sashimi Pringle. TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge’s beverage program pairs perfectly with approachable craft cocktails and extensive sake offerings. The new restaurant at Mohegan Sun is located off the Sky Tower Hotel Lobby and features several notable elements that Guests have come to expect from the iconic brand, including a 16-foot-tall Quan Yin statue anchoring the main dining room.

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6. Tuscany - Mohegan Sun

4.4

Awesome(5366)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Uncasville

Booked 88 times today

Celebrity Chef Todd English brings the flavor of Tuscany, Italy to Mohegan Sun whether dining out on the terrace in front of the Taughannick waterfall, in our rustic dining room or at our full-service dining room bar. Tuscany will be open for lunch service Monday through Friday and our signature Bottomless Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.Dinner service offers starters such as our signature Tuscan Salad, fried calamari or one of our nine signature flatbreads.*Guests must be 21 or older unless accompanied by parent or guardian.

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7. Michael Jordan's Steak House - Mohegan Sun

4.7

Exceptional(7776)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Uncasville

Booked 86 times today

Located inside the Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Uncasville, Connecticut, Michael Jordan’s Steak House is a premier destination for steak connoisseurs in New England. The menu features the highest quality steaks available, perfectly prepared to the guest’s specification. Focusing on the finest seasonal ingredients and pure bold flavors, we elevate the classic steak experience to the “Michael Jordan” level.*We are a 21 & up; unless accompanied by a Parent or Legal Guardian.

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8. Ballo Italian - Mohegan Sun

4.7

Exceptional(9351)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Uncasville

Booked 46 times today

BALLO Italian Restaurant is an Italian experience with intense design combinations, exceptional service and a fresh, authentic menu of Italian favorites and new creations. Once in BALLO guests can enjoy a large wine by-the-glass list, specialty cocktails and freshly prepared Italian fare from the kitchen while sitting in a cathedral-like room replete with Italian fixtures & dramatic lighting. Move further into BALLO and visitors can sit at one of the largest carrera marble bars ever built or have dinner in. Arches, stone and bold materials will accent this exuberant dining experience. But the food at BALLO is the real celebration!Weekends, Holidays, Concerts: Parties of 10 or more are welcome Monday through Thursday only and are required to choose one of our price fixed party menus. GUESTS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.

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9. Beauty & Essex - Mohegan Sun

4.5

Awesome(168)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Speakeasy • Uncasville

Booked 53 times today

Beauty & Essex has an innovative design that starts in the Pawn Shop, complete with vintage treasures and curated contemporary pieces. The host greets you in the Jewelry Box and takes you past upholstered walls into the Pearl Lounge and bar. Then you’ll find the Peacock Dining Room and the Locket Private Dining Room separated by a screen wall of antique frames. Each of these rooms are inspired by the delicate yet glamorous details of jewelry. The cuisine, much like the design, is intended to set a new course with unique shareable dishes and twists on classic cocktails. Acclaimed chef and co-creator Chris Santos was one of the pioneers of the small, share plate dining trend that has swept the nation, and with the Beauty & Essex menu, he once again has created waves on the food scene.

10. Sol Toro

4.6

Exceptional(3108)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Uncasville

Booked 63 times today

Our teams have received extensive safety training and they participate in daily wellness checks. All team members will wear the appropriate protective gear. We are executing frequent, rigorous sanitizing of all surfaces in our restaurant. Hand sanitizer is always available for guests. Sol Toro Restaurant is located on the casino floor of Mohegan Sun's Casino of the Sky (adjacent to the convention center entrance). Sol Toro is a breezy Mexican cantina where you are always welcome. Catch up with friends over a delicious meal with creative drinks. Try a new tequila, relax

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LindaVIP
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fabulous place to go out to dinner. Excellent food and service
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TAO Mohegan SunPrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Uncasville
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4.7
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ErickaVIP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Coming through the door we are greeted immediately. Staff are very pleasant and attentive. As well as the manger. Frequent checkins are very much appreciated! Food and drinks were excellent. Reservations for dinner highly recommend. We can’t wait for patio season!
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Favorites Bistro BarPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• New London
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4.4
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Robert
Philadelphia County •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was a really pleasant surprise - finding such a quality restaurant at the hotel. The food was good and the prices reasonable. There were a few "slow moments" in the service, but generally it was really good. Olivia was very pleasant and nice to talk to. The noise was a little louder than I generally like, but that has more to do with the hotel than the restaurant. Apparently there is a large group of young girls staying for some local dance event. A large group of 10-year-olds can be loud (and so can their mothers!)
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The HelmsmanPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Groton
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4.1
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Ronald
Connecticut •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 5, 2025
Great place for great seafood and friendly service!
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Fisherman RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Mystic
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4.3
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Diana
Connecticut •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
Everything was Perfect. Small birthday dinner for 4 adults . Food was excellent and service was fantastic.
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Fords Black & BluePrice: Expensive• Steak• Mystic
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4.2

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1. Favorites Bistro Bar

2. The Helmsman

3. Fisherman Restaurant

4. Fords Black & Blue

5. TAO Mohegan Sun

6. Tuscany - Mohegan Sun

7. Michael Jordan's Steak House - Mohegan Sun

8. Ballo Italian - Mohegan Sun

9. Beauty & Essex - Mohegan Sun

10. Sol Toro

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