Charming. Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere. Everything was cooked to perfection. Service…read morewas on point. Everyone was super nice. FYI-Parking is in the back! You gotta pay, but it's convenient What else could you ask for?

We made our way to The Mariner for a late lunch after spending much of our day at the Mystic…read moreAquarium and the Olde Mistick Village. I really liked the ambiance of the space, it's quite comfortable and has a nautical aesthetic. We were sat in a cozy little corner by the window, a great spot for watching the bustling of the little seaside town. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable of the restaurant's offerings, noting in their introduction that the focus of the menu is on fresh local seafood, and that everything on the menu is freshly made in house. I was very eager to try a cup of the clam chowder for an appetizer since many other reviewers have said that it's some of the best they've ever tasted, and after trying it for myself I'm more than inclined to agree with them; it had a perfect consistency and excellent flavor. Boyfriend wanted the fried mozzarella so we got some of that, and that was pretty tasty as well. Boyfriend got the chicken parm sandwich for his meal and I got the fish and chips. I didn't end up trying the sandwich, but he said he liked it. My fish and chips plate was pretty good; the fish tasted just a tad under seasoned to me, however the flavorful tartar sauce helped with that and I could tell the fish itself was great quality. The hand cut fries were good, but I wasn't really a fan of the coleslaw. Overall we had a pleasant experience at The Mariner. A very good choice for fresh seafood and a relaxed vibe. I'm sure I'll be in town again at some point; if I come back to The Mariner, I'll make a point to get a bowl of the clam chowder instead of a cup, because that alone is absolutely worth returning for... but until then, I'll be dreaming about it.

May be our most favorite restaurant in mystic. We sat at the bar planning to have a drink and apps…read morebut ended up staying for the full meal and dessert after we saw the plates coming out. We got the oysters, both soup options and mussels. Everything was great. Awesome vibe, amazing food, and don't forget the butter pound cake at the end. My husband claims it's the best dessert he's ever had.

We arrived on a Sunday afternoon and were welcomed and promptly seated. Everyone was very pleasant…read moreand welcoming from the moment we walked in. We came to celebrate my husband's birthday, and the ambiance was subtle, peaceful, and perfect for the occasion. We truly enjoyed the atmosphere and the overall experience. The food was excellent, and we were very pleased. Highly recommend!

So chic, so delicious, such an amazing server who understood our hangover and hangry needs! So glad…read moreI made a reservation - the decor was superb and the food hit the spot perfectly. I'm so glad I tried the deviled egg - that crispy clam strip was such a nice touch and being Ukrainian, the beet pickling is in my DNA! Excellent brunch choice for our Mystic getaway!

This ranks as one of my all time favorite dining experiences. We recently moved to CT from DC,…read morewhere amazing restaurants are around every corner. There were 6 of us for brunch and none of us had been here before. The Shipwright's Daughter rivals many excellent experiences we had and surpasses most. The staff was super friendly and did everything they could to make our experience memorable. The brunch menu offers a nice assortment of options as we had one member in our party who had some eating restrictions. We started off with both raw and roasted oysters, both of which, we some of the best we have ever had. I love Shashuka. I've never had it with tomatillos. This version is now my favorite. I enjoyed the play between savory and acid. I chose my eggs to be prepared over easy expecting the yolks to add the desired richness that tomatillos can handle without overpowering their bite. What set this version apart for me was the addition of the pickled vegetables. They greatly complimented the tomatillos with their own sweetness and acidity that made for a well balanced bite. Others in our party felt similarly, that their meals were so flavorful and so well execucted that it made for a superb dining experience.

We have been wanting to try this place for months, but timing didn't work out. We finally made it!…read more We came at an off-timing, around 5:45pm, so it was pretty quiet - which was great! We ordered a few things (probably a bit too much): - fish and chips (came with mermaid fries - which has a seaweed seasoning, good but we would have preferred them to be plain) - poor man's lobster roll - delicious! - smoked mussel soup and the green crab bisque - both were great! even better when we combined the two soups together - fried pickle chips - which is part of their happy hour special - which were really really good definitely would come back to try the other items on the menu! Great for kids as well, they do have some board games available while you are there dining.

Initially came to this restaurant for their delicious seafood on a cold day, but stayed after…read morelearning about their local and sustainable seafood! I really value a business that Chooses not to sacrifice the quality of their products for a cheaper price. I also really appreciate how forthcoming they are about where their fish comes from and how it is obtained by the fishermen. In terms of the food, the green crab bisque was incredible and I highly recommend it! The staff were also very courteous and friendly and made the experience that much better! Highly recommend this restaurant when visiting Mystic!

We purchased a home in Mystic last year and now consider ourselves locals. Over the past year we've…read moretried many of the restaurants in town with the highest reviews. Honestly, DPI ended up being one of the last places we visited because the reviews weren't quite as strong. After going a couple of times over the past few months, we can confidently say that was a mistake. DPI has hands-down been the best dining experience we've had in Mystic. The atmosphere is warm and cozy, the food was outstanding both times, and the waitstaff were fantastic. Everything about the experience felt welcoming and well done. DPI is a real gem and we're so glad it's part of the Mystic community. We're especially looking forward to spending time at the pub this summer. A big thank you to the chefs and staff for consistently delivering such a great experience. We'll definitely be back.

I must first start by saying that I've been going to CDPI for 30 years. Honestly, on a cold winters…read moreday there's no better place than the cellar bar to sit in front of a fire, have a pint, and soup. The best. The building itself is gorgeous with thick beams and great finishes. It's a beautiful place even if it is a little tight. With that said, we had a party of 10 and had reservations in advance. Parking is always tricky, but we got a good spot in the lot and were very happy. The wait for the table was maybe 10 minutes which was not too bad. The waitress was very good and she took care of our water, drinks, and bread right away. The place was busy but we really were pleased with the service! I ordered the fish and chips. Most of the table ordered a steak, veggie, and mashed potatoes. Truffle fries was the appetizer that landed on my end of the table. They were not my favorite. Those who had the steak seemed happy with the meal. Both of us who had the fish and chips were not happy with the meal. We had fish and chips at Steak Loft the night before- and they did not compare. They were perfect. The order I had at Daniel Packard were heavy and filling but I was missing the light tempura batter, the crunch and soft fresh fish, and the great tartar sauce that is the standard for fish and chips! I didn't take my leftovers which is not the norm for me. I'll swing by in the winter for a pint in front of the fire no doubt, but I think another dinner is not in my future.

Our server Jade was AMAZING. We came in with a group of 13 girls for a bachelorette. As tough as a…read morebig table of 13 is, Jade treated us like we were old friends. She even came outside and had a photo shoot with us. We got great recommendations. Food was great, drinks were great, and we had a great night! Thanks Jade!!

I got a tiramisu expresso martini ($16) and a special blackened halibut ($38) and grilled faroe…read moreisland salmon($36). The expresso martini was absolutely fantastic, that cold foam was light and airy with a good sweet taste. A very solid martini! The halibut risotto was probably one of the best fish meals I've had in the area. The fish was flaky and cooked perfectly. The risotto and sauce were super savory together and mixed really well with the fish! My only complaint would be some of the chairs there not providing much support. Besides that, the food here was amazing! I would easily come back here! Food(50%): 9.4 Staff/service(25%): 7.5 Value(25%): 7.0 Overall: 8.3/10

Abbotts is the iconic lobster shack the Mystic River area. Sitting at the mouth of the river in…read morehistoric Noank, CT., Abbotts has served what most be millions of these crustaceans to people visiting Mystic. Everyday fresh lobster is from pots in Fishers Island and Long Island Sound find their way to Abbott's dock. Make sure you try a few!

Still our favorite after all these years. I have been craving their New England Clam Chowder for…read moreseveral years and have tried other substitutes but no one else could match. Maybe its the sitting waterside on the weather worn pier where their boat delivers daily, or the friendliness that comes from a well loved and established local family business, but something brings it all home to me and makes me love this place. Of course the clam chowder is great but so is my other favorite, the hot lobster roll. Add a side of crab cakes or oysters, a sunny spring day and a light breeze; ahhh what could be better!?! They've streamlined service over the years and I'm sure from necessity added seating. On our particular visit the food came quicker than expected and was piping hot.

We went for lunch around 1:30. Got seated right away. Got drinks and ordered. Had the spinach salad…read more- excellent with goat cheese, pecan and strawberries and lobster roll. My family got calamari - terrific! Fish and chips went over well and lots of lobster options. My lobster roll was spot on -perfectly cooked and a nice, buttery roll. Every plate was cleaned! Not cheap, but great service, and great food.

Always on the lookout for great spots, and Ford's Black and Blue definitely hit the mark. My wife…read morehad the Lobster Bisque Bomb and absolutely loved it, and I went with the cod over risotto, which was super creamy and perfectly cooked. We sat at the bar, and even though there was just one bartender, he kept up with everyone and was friendly and attentive the whole time. The bar side had a great vibe, and since the dining room doesn't open until 5, we're already planning a return trip to check out that side next time.

The Fisherman Restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy some early Spring vibes if you love the…read moreocean view and theme. My family celebrated 3 family birthdays here yesterday...being the day before Easter truly a busy weekend for us. When we arrived our table was perfectly set for 11 including a high chair for my grandson with a plastic cup and straw ( it's the little things ) very welcoming! Our amazing server Irene greeted us and was so kind and attentive the entire time! The French Onion soup was delicious...crispy on top just the way I like it. Calamari yummy, great portion size as appetizer to share with others. All of our dinners were well presented and delivered hot! A great thing to enjoy with a larger party. A great big Thank You to the kitchen staff and our server Irene you ROCK! Our experience was wonderful, will be back soon!

The food was fresh and delicious. I was there with a large party and service was prompt, courteous…read moreand friendly. I highly recommend visiting The Fisherman,

So glad we went! Don't listen to any of the older negative reviews on here, this place is a hidden…read moregem. Beautiful views on the water. We were greeted right away by the friendliest host and server and seated quickly. Started with 2 cups of lobster bisque which was delicious and topped with a whole lobster claw (totally worth the $10 unlike what some other reviews mentioned - it was great) and some hush puppies which were perfectly fried and served with a delicious lemon herb butter. Fried haddock sandwich and eggs Benedict were great choices for lunch, and our son got the fried haddock nuggets. Fish was salted just right and the crisp coating stayed together which is a must for me with fried fish. Really good cup of coffee too. Must not miss this place, we'd come back for sure!

I sometimes say if a place has a fantastic location, it doesn't have to have fantastic food…read more However, when you charge nice restaurant prices, a fantastic location will not save you from myriad service and food quality issues. Haring's has a terrific, classic New England location in Noank right along the Mystic Harbor. It's a touch north of Abbot's, and is where Ford's used to be. Our family was on a boat and looking to dock for lunch. The Captain's first choice for lunch did not have dock parking available, and I recommended Harings based on social media posts. The Harings employee who helped us dock was very nice, helpful and hard working. He was probably the high point of our experience. We were told that since he had a boat, we would have to eat on our boat and they would come to the boat and take our order when it was our turn. From the point we were told that, here was our experience. Nobody came to take our order for about 45 minutes. I went to the desk and they apologized and sent someone to take our order. She was friendly and helpful. We were told it would take about 30 minutes to get our food. It took longer. A boat that docked about 30 minutes after us had their order taken within about 15 minutes, and they received their food 10 minutes before I had to complain that we still hadn't received any of our food. The person I spoke with was friendly and our food arrived soon after I said something. The food, which was not inexpensive, was not spectacular. Certain items were not delivered. My son said his fries were not warm and were undercooked, and his $18 chicken sandwich was much smaller than cheaper sandwiches he normally orders.The people who ordered hot lobster rolls said they were OK. At this point, so much time had passed, that we did not have time for them to correct these issues. I ordered the Bisquets and Gravy, which was a 1/2 pound of lobster, lobster bisque and cheddar biscuits. The bisque was average. It could have been better seasoned. There was a lot of lobster, but at least some bites were overcooked. The lobster wasn't well seasoned either. The highlight of my food was the oysters, which was a substitute for the scallop crudo they had run out of after I ordered. I have the sense that the people who helped us, wanted to provide good service. It just seemed like the structure of the service was disorganized, and you never knew if they had forgotten you or that was just the normal lag. I ultimately concluded it was mostly that they had forgotten about us. The location is fantastic. Perhaps the food is better when the business is less steady. I did not see enough in this visit to return. This was probably my least favorite New England water side food experience in years. Especially at this price point. 2.25 Stars