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    Steak Loft Restaurant

    2.8 (472 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Steakhouses
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Steak & Stonington Sea Scallops
    Ken A.

    Stopped in while in the area. We were seated right away on a Monday evening, at a nice table by the window. Did notice the ambiance was a little dark but each table had a candle on it. Drink orders were taken right away, and then our meal order. Was surprised at the quickness of the food coming out. Appetizers were rather quick. The black chowder was nice and thick, creamy and tasty. Salad was plentiful. Our entrees came out in a good amount of time. Steaks were cooked to our specifications. I would take away one star for their side of mainly different styled potatoes but gave them a start back in the dessert.

    Jumping on a late lunch
    Elizabeth S.

    I stopped here for a late lunch on a Sunday in mid summer. There were few dinners here so we had our choice of the lounge or dining room. We chose the lounge which was casual. The decor is loft like with a sea faring theme. It is located right off I-95 next to Mystic Village making it a convenient spot for travelers plus it has a parking lot. Our service was efficient and friendly. We split the Stonington scallops wrapped in bacon for starters. They were tasty but were lukewarm. I had the fish tacos which I devoured because they were crispy and delicious! My friend had the steak flatbread that he described as ok. so 4 stars.

    Bar area
    Nick N.

    OK, so there's something up with this place. We almost didn't go here because of how low the reviews were, but there were so many cars outside. And to our surprised these yelp reviews do not reflect the experience we had. This place has character and the food was awesome. It's definitely bar food but still great bar food. Additionally, they have an amazing happy hour for food and drinks. We were so surprised by how this did not match the reviews on yelp. We actually asked the waiter what the deal was.... They said that they have been recently getting bombed with bad reviews and believe it's due to a competitor or landlord issue. Will definitely be back and I hope this place will be around for an even longer time.

    Steak The Steak Loft Sandwich
    Amy S.

    I went there yesterday for the first time! The food was delicious and reasonably priced for the happy hour- $9 for the steak loft sandwich! I took a star off because the service was very slow, so i would suggest having more servers work during busier times! I had the Sea Hag beer for $7 as well, which was their happy hour price. The ambiance was dark and tavern like- definitely sit by the bar or in the bar area if you go!!

    Fried Codfish B.L.T
    Lea F.

    Cam here for lunch while shopping in mystic village. It was a wednesday afternoon and we were seated immediately but it did end up getting pretty busy. I got the steak loft sandwich was huge and so good! My aunt was raving about her fried cod blt. Servers were all very kind. I liked the cabin feel inside this restaurant. I would come back here if I was in the area.

    Baked French Onion Soup
    Caroline C.

    The vibe is great with a rustic style. Server was friendly. However the food is not good and the quality of the meat was not good either.

    Southwest salad w/3 shrimp.
    Randy S.

    Restaurant is in a bad need of a freshining up. Way too dark paneling. Just paint it. Curtains are stained, carpet is shot. And there is a musty smell throughout. Waitress is very pleasant.. Ordered salads, cheeseburger, soup, meatballs, onion soup, grilled cheese, and schicken wrap. The salads were a bit dry, everything else was good. A soild C+ to B- rating on the food. Wouldn't make it a favorite but you can get an okay meal here.

    Corn Chowder Soup; different all processed and sifted. Delicious
    Mercedes L.

    Very good menu. Staff were nice, very helpful when making reservations for a large group. Service: experienced server=priceless. SL is a big restaurant, a steak house type. You are surrounded by wood, carved or not, and a fireplace of course. I had the soup and a burger with Gorgonzola cheese, very good.

    Happy Hour Caesar Salad
    Janay M.

    This place is a casual bar & restaurant located in Olde Mystic Village. When you walk in, it's dark and moody with one side mainly the bar and the other side restaurant. We walked in right at the end of Happy Hour. Their menu was really good having drinks and food for 4 to 7 dollars. I had the Caesar salad which was decent. I wish it had more croutons and cheese. I also got the French Onion Soup which I wish had a little more seasoning. My mom's friend got NE Clam Chowder which she said was good. My mom got the house salad which was decent. On the regular menu, we ordered wings and fries. The wings were the butter black pepper ones. They were cooked well. The sauce was not coming through like I had hoped but still wasn't horrible. Their blue cheese was not my fave. It was too pungent. I like a milder blue cheese. The fries were thickkkkkkkkkkkk "shoestrings". They needed some salt and pepper. The service was bleh. The bartender, since we were at the bar, was not warm and welcoming. It seemed like every time we had a question, he was annoyed. I know places will be busy but when you see him laughing with others who are regulars, you would think he would be invested in new customers just as much to make them into returners. Overall, I would recommend if you need something quick/last minute.

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    Besides fabulous staff! The early bird menu is fantastic I'm ready to move in that's how good it is. The bar is terrific

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    Good food, slow service but then there was only one waitress for most of our time there. Not a bad option at all.

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    The Mariner - Cup of clam chowder

    The Mariner

    4.4(626 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    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.

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    The Shipwright's Daughter - crispy fried oysters

    The Shipwright's Daughter

    4.4(404 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    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.

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    The Shipwright's Daughter - Interior

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    Sea-scargot . Basically tastes like mussels.

    The Shipwright's Daughter - A fantastic hotel attached to an even better eatery.

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    A fantastic hotel attached to an even better eatery.

    Mystic Oysters - Dozen oysters

    Mystic Oysters

    4.7(15 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Stumbled upon this spot while walking around on a hot weekday and decided to grab some fresh…read moreoysters. It took a while for them to be shucked and served to us, but they were fresh and delicious. There is a good amount of seating and some of it is in the shade. Will def come back in the future Ute to try more off of their menu!

    Mystic Oysters is a little hidden gem--just a small shack with a takeout window and a few metal…read moretables, tucked along the river near a recreational sports spot, slightly off the main touristy street in Mystic. Don't let the casual setup fool you--this place serves some seriously good seafood. With "oysters" in the name, I was surprised when I tried to order them and was told they were out. No oysters that day. But what they did have more than made up for it. The lobster roll was one of the best I've had--jam-packed with fresh lobster, served hot with butter, and absolutely delicious. Paired with a simple bag of Cape Cod chips, it was the perfect New England lunch. I also tried the clam chowder, which was the Rhode Island style. Unlike the creamy New England version or the tomato-based Manhattan style, this was a clear clam broth that really let the flavor of the fresh clams shine through. Clean, briny, and authentic. The service was friendly, the atmosphere low-key, and the food top-notch. Bottom line: Even without oysters, Mystic Oysters is worth a stop. If you're looking for authentic, fresh seafood without the tourist-trap vibe, this little shack delivers.

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    Mystic Oysters - Casual vibe

    Casual vibe

    Mystic Oysters - Best lobster roll ever.

    Best lobster roll ever.

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    The Captain Daniel Packer Inne - Candied Apple Martini and Spicy Baked Clam Dip

    The Captain Daniel Packer Inne

    4.0(744 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    There was a time (20+ years ago) that my wife and I probably went here every month or two. At that…read moretime their clam chowder was phenomenal, and I always held that chowder up in my mind and compared every other chowder to it. In the interim I have only had two chowders that I would even put in the same league. Last night we had dinner here, and everything was excellent, the atmosphere was of course as wonderful as always. The only disappointment I had was the quality of the chowder has taken such a drastic turn. It was very onion heavy (my daughter thought maybe leeks) that I couldn't taste clam at all. It was also very thick and gluey. Lastly (and I know this is the luck of the ladle) if I got any actual clams, I didn't notice them. Clearly a lot is going right in that kitchen, but I think the head chef needs to go back to the drawing board on the chowder. For such an icon of a restaurant to be serving that chowder is a true shame.

    Just got home from DPI. We were given a terribly crammed-in table for our party of ten (had…read morereservations) on the upper floor. Half of us couldn't move our seat back without hitting your head on the dormer. The acoustics were horrible as we could hardly hear the person next to you. Six of our party were in the restaurant on time. But four of our party arrived at location on time but were a little late (20 mins) getting in due to virtually no parking available. They eventually had to park at a marina among the boats and walk. During our wait, we were informed that we were only allotted two hours for our reservation by the waitstaff and then the management, rudely I might add. After we finished dinner, we were asked if anyone wanted dessert. Some said yes. The waitress left which we assumed to get dessert menus. However after a rather long delay she returned and informed us that we couldn't have dessert because they had another reservation. At this point, we were only 20 minutes past our ALLOTED time. We left and agreed that was the last time we would ever go the Daniel Packer Inne. When the reservations were made we were not informed we were on a strict time limit. If we were, we would not have chosen DPI as our party was from three states and coffee and dessert would have been nice before the long trip back home.

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    Swordfish special

    The Captain Daniel Packer Inne - The Capt. Daniel Packer Inne at sunset.

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    The Capt. Daniel Packer Inne at sunset.

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