This place is a hidden gem! The pricing is great and I love their chicken salad sandwiches. The…read morebread is always fresh, I believe it is made in house. The ladies behind the counter are always so nice.

The Neon Chicken used to be quite good, but recently I've noticed that since the younger ladies…read morewere serving, the servings are sloppy & served not quite to temp. (Last time I was there my gravy was lukewarm & my turkey was no hot, warm, not hot). I also deal with food service, I won't say what capacity, but I don't do it in NL. The place used to be hopping but maybe this is what's happening now. The decor is the same. It's too bad because I used to LOVE this place!! I'll go back soon and update you.

I've enjoyed Blue Duck as a patron and am have organized some work events here. They have great…read moremenues for events and made coordinating a breeze when I was planning for ~20-30 people. Don't miss their happy hour specials!!

TO BE FAIR THE WINGS WERE FIRE And I WENT ON A MONDAY…read more I'm giving this place 3/5 stars because the food was great, the hostess was extremely attentive but I simply did not get the full experience of the location due to the time and day. Therefore, I will need to revisit to give a better review. I visited The Blue Duck this past Monday, on Presidents' Day at happy hour. I got there around 3 and left just before 5. The wings were 5 for a little over $5 or something like that. Which honestly $1 wing in this economy! Excellent for my pockets. Anyways, the place was quiet, a few people did start coming in as I was leaving, and again, I came on a Monday. Not really a peak bar day. But I would say the location is near the water which is a plus. The seating area at the bar was massive. I'm curious to see how busy it gets on the weekend. This isn't necessarily and instagramable/ social media picturesque kind of spot. Ok, so the wings- I CAN'T STRESS ENOUGH- they were AMAZING . I love it when the skin after being smothered in sauce is still crispy. And they were! The blue cheese wasn't liquidity or too chunky. The fries were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The best part- for me- is that they were the shoestring kind of fries. I'm not big on the steak fries or thicker cuts. They were salted just right! No condiments needed for dipping. I ordered two drinks, which I honestly wasn't too impressed by. But it's my bad. I probably should have stuck to shots or basics like A sour of some sort. Idk. The other drinks could be delicious. Overall the only reason at this point that I'm coming back is the wings. Truthfully, the only reason I traveled 45 minutes to New London was after seeing an IG post about all-you-can-eat wings on Mondays. Sadly they aren't doing that anymore.

The Shack is a SE CT shoreline institution. The original located in East Lyme and one each in…read moreWaterford and Groton. The wait staff and cooks are all wonderful. They do a lot of charity fundraisers. Breakfast is top notch and plentiful but lunch and dinner are also excellent. The Mess for breakfast could literally feed three small adults. They have the best corn bread and muffins and desserts all baked on premise. Servings are plentiful. When it is crowded you could wait up to 30-45 minutes but most times there is very little of a wait period. They open early and close later than most restaurants. Take out is a great option if it is busy as well. It is a country kitchen diner vibe mashed with a cheers bar! A local and a visitor favorite but on Sundays they close at noon.

Took the family to a late lunch/early dinner at The Shack, a classic old-timey diner if you ever…read moredid see one. We were seated pretty quickly, and the staff was friendly. Apparently this is an institution (at least based on the shirts and paraphernalia they sell with The Shack name on it). The food was pretty standard fare, nothing crazy or out of the ordinary here, maybe some fun names for their everything but the kitchen sink omelettes (The Shanty and The Mess come to mind). Bottom line is they know their way around deep fryers, and they know eggs. My only regret is ordering the banana cream pie - crust was okay, banana pieces were good, the top "cream" part was like an odd key lime consistency and sour flavor that I did not expect or cared for. P.S. They have a massive senior citizen following, but that shouldn't be a negative like other reviewers seem to have made it. They like what they like, and then seniors like The Shack!

We just moved right down the road from this restaurant. We finally tried it and were very…read moreimpressed! The man working there was very kind as we had no idea what we wanted to order! They have such a variety! We ordered quite a spread of food from fried chicken to jerk chicken and deserts. Everything was great. We can't wait to try more from on the menu!

Got horridly sick from the food. Stomach twisting all night, threw it all up and had cold sweats. I…read morewas down for over 12hrs! Have never experienced this in my life. I had ordered the grub hub and an order of the lamb & ck mix plate with side of falafels came out to $34 rounded up with fees/tip. Disappointed that I spent money to make myself sick.

Came here on a Sunday evening for dinner and it looks very nice on the inside! I ordered a NY strip…read more($36) 14oz which came with two side, which I chose the risotto and asparagus. The steak was cooked to a correct medium temperature. The cut seemed pretty decent , however it was lacking in seasoning. The sides were also very just meh, a little bland for me personally. Staff and service was quite quick, given it wasn't busy. Overall it seems like a more upscale American restaurant, but the food didn't reflect that same vibe. I would personally would try something else in the area next time. Food(50%): 5.0 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 5.0 Overall: 5.6/10

We kicked things off with a refreshing guava margarita and then went all in with a margarita flight…read more(rhubarb, dragonfruit, strawberry, and elderberry) Of course, we had to follow it up with a spicy mango margarita for a little kick For food, we started with calamari and chicken nachos for the table. I went with a buffalo chicken wrap paired with Parmesan tater tots, while my partner had the filet mignon topped with crispy onions, served with mashed potatoes and asparagus. And because it was a celebration... green tea shots were definitely involved We wrapped the night with crème brûlée that was insanely creamy and the perfect sweet finish. Good drinks, great food, and even better company! couldn't have asked for a better vibe

Visiting a friend and we wanted to get a quick bite to eat. She suggested Shellfish. Parking was a…read morebit tight but we found a spot. When walking towards the restaurant you are greeted outside and asked if you would like to sit outside or inside. Both area looks a bit small but comfortable. We decide to sit outside, where there is a view of the water. It was nice and peaceful. I decided to order the lobster grilled cheese with fries and coleslaw. It was delicious and there was a good amount of lobster meat in it. It was nice and buttery, just the way I like my grilled cheese. It was my first lobster grilled cheese and really enjoyed it. My friend decided on the shrimp scampi and she liked very much. We overall enjoy our time there. Looking forward to try this place again when I am in the area.

Just dines at Sellfish. Our experience was less than favorable. One person in our party ordered a…read moreburger medium rare. When the burger finally arrived we sent it back because it was well done and charred on the bottom. We reordered the hamburger medium rare again. It took forever for the burger to be delivered to us. However, it did come medium rare this second time. I ordered clam chowder and the color of it was an appetite killer. The was extremely salty and I sent it back. I also ordered clam cakes. They had the most unusual flavor that I have never experience before at other seafood places. The cake had very few clams and was doughy. Not appealing at all. I managed to take one bite out of one cake and left the rest to be discarded. Two of us ordered lobster rolls. Mine was a "cold" lobster roll. I found a piece of ice in the lobster. For the price of the roll, $32, the amount of lobster was somewhat scant. The mac-n-cheese we ordered was the only highlight of our meal. It was rich and creamy with a wonderful mixture of cheeses. The waitress was very accommodating and pleasant. I am rating this restaurant 2 stars because of these two pluses! Otherwise, would be one star. It is safe to say that my party and I will never return to Sellfish again!

A fantastic intimate, yet roomy venue for live music. Service was outstanding, staff was friendly…read moreand professional and food was delicious, but be sure to save room for dessert...The Cakes are Out of this World Good! It's on Bank St in New London, so be mindful of your surroundings, otherwise, a great place to unwind and have a good time!

Sounds like the time to go and have a reservation is for Brunch. Went for dinner on Monday before…read morea show at the Garde. Made a reservation, just in case but it was not needed. The place is very big, so if you are going with a group or family they have the space. There is a small awkward parking lot in the back, so mostly street parking. Arrived (party of 4) just after 5pm, took a few minutes to be sat, even though the place was empty. One bartender and one waitress. Received two menus and were told to scan the QR code on the table, seemed odd. It took a while to give our order, so we ordered everything at once. Wings, truffle fries to start. Scallop Risotto, Fish& chips, fried shrimp basket and caesar salad with chicken. Drinks arrived minus one because they were out of the whiskey, provided a replacement, but the drink never came to the table. Food was ok. The fried things were very tasty and well made. The wings were nice, tender and good sauce/flavor. Truffle fires were good, little heavy on the truffle oil, but tasty Scallops were prepared well but the "risotto" was more like rice pilaf. The caesar salad was nicely dressed, the added chicken was grill to as close to raw and still be "cooked". It was very soft and chewy - that was pushed to the side. If you go, stick to the bar, brunch, apps, or something fired. I think this place is good if you go when they are fully staffed or something. I would happy choose someplace else if I were in town for a show.

I am in love with this little spot! I would describe it as upscale cozy or low key lux. It is a…read morequaint spot decorated like an old country dining room. Flowers and lights hang from the ceiling, while vintage looking signs, art, and decor adorn the walls. Instead of starched white tablecloths there are a variety of soft, colorful, patterned ones to welcome you over. Although you get that nice homey feeling, the food is definitely levels up from my own home cooking. Farm to table style food, meaning the ingredients are fresh, the menu is small, but mighty, and there is a lot of love put into the preparation. They even make their own delicious hot sauce! I have had the pleasure of dining here for brunch and dinner. This would be a great date spot! Not a severe intimidating environment and you all will have an excellent meal. It is a small operation, so I will say that preparation of such delicious things does take some time. Therefore, I recommend a reservation and a loose agenda. I highly recommend this little spot! If your 2025 resolution is to try or find something new, then this is it!

I went here for my first time on a Saturday night when guest chef Anna Brown was hosting. The…read morerestaurant was beautifully decorated and the staff was very welcoming. While browsing the menu, Anna came out to greet our party and ask if we had any questions with the menu- this is a kind of service that you don't usually expect nowadays. The food was outstanding and the waitstaff was attentive to our party throughout the event. The menu was eclectic and original and the presentation was out of this world. Everyone at the table got different things and we all left with clean plates. I think we all agreed that this was one of the best meals we've had. I understand that this was a unique event, but this was an amazing reflection of La Belle Aurore and the care that they put into food and atmosphere. I'd recommend to anyone looking for some awesome, unique food.

A cozy family restaurant in the heart of Niantic. The prices were decent and the specials had some…read moregood deals going on. My wife got the coconut chicken and I got a half a rack of ribs. We both really enjoyed our meals, the place was cute and the waitress was very helpful. Great unassuming dining. We really enjoyed it.

Great food, love to sit at the lounge area with friends. Great food, service and a totally local…read morevibe.

This is one of our local faves. The pub was for many years a family owned pharmacy honored by the…read morequote for the back room. The owner brought over the wood and decor from an Irish Pub so when you walk through the door you have magically been transported to Dublin. Creative cocktails and many beers on tap along with traditional Irish food complete the scene. The food is a awesome mix of Irish and American dishes. Guinness Beef Stew, Bangers and Mash, PEI Mussels, Steak Frites, and seafood dishes are sure to make this a pub favorite. They also have live music on the weekends and trivia nights. Hats off to the staff who make this place a local Cheers favorite.

Great food and great prices! We all loved our food and the prices were fabulous! Nice atmosphere…read more Solid pub food