Lovely first experience at the mariner , my friend raved about it on the drive down ! And they did…read morenot disappoint! We tried the creole seafood chowder which was very flavourful and amazing esp on a cold stormy night ( which it was when we went )! Highly recommend! I also tried the hot lobster roll served with coleslaw and fries . Which again was very fresh and amazing esp! Highly recommend! And we also ordered the side of brussel sprouts to share and again everything was great ! I also enjoyed my tropical sangria ! Felt like I was somewhere warm and not in the middle of a rain storm ! Finally for dessert I got the bread pudding !! The presentation 10/10 , the flavours 10/10 and the waitress recommended a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side and it's a MUST !! Sooo good !! Best bread pudding I have ever had !!! Amazing food ! Great staff and great location in mystic !! Can't wait to be back !

Tried the lobster roll this time. Total disappointment. I had one at the Lobster Shack before and…read moreit was GREAT. Not sure why this one wasn't good. Also it came with fries and I would have preferred to substitute a side salad but that wasn't clear or offered. Oh well. $32 later...

The bride and I planned a pit stop on our way back from a wedding on the cape and thanks to Yelp,…read morewe found this fantastic restaurant which is located just outside of the busy downtown area. Fairly busy Sunday afternoon but we were quickly seated at the raw bar with a great view of the kitchen, which BTW is a well oiled machined and fun to watch, not quite as crazy as the Bear, but impressive. Tuna tartar to start followed by some delicious cherrystones then we split the Mussels in coconut milk with lemon grass and cilantro and some amazing sour dough bread for dipping. 10/10!!!

We were pretty disappointed with our experience, especially as a family dining with a toddler. We…read morewere told by the host that they would bring us a high chair, but after waiting, our server eventually asked "do you want me to see if I can find a high chair?" We had the request in the notes of our reservation, so it's a shame they didn't have it set up for us when we walked in or at least upon sitting down. There's no kids menu, and the regular menu is very limited if you have a child with a food allergy. My son has an egg allergy, and there were barely any options for him. There wasn't even a simple chicken option on the menu. We ultimately settled on a grilled cheese because it was essentially the only thing that worked, and no one offered to modify something or suggest another option that could accommodate him. The service overall wasn't particularly attentive, which made the limited options even more frustrating. Unfortunately, the food itself also didn't live up to the hype for us. I understand not every restaurant caters specifically to families, but a little more attentiveness and willingness to accommodate a child with a food allergy would have gone a long way. Based on our experience, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant for families with young kids or dietary restrictions.

We had a great experience here for our anniversary dinner. The restaurant was incredibly…read moreaccommodating of our toddler and his egg allergy, which made us feel completely at ease. Our server was attentive, thoughtful, and genuinely welcoming. The food was delicious, with great flavor and generous portions. Both the roasted oysters and the crispy fried oysters were the most memorable bites of the evening. They were delicate, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Our entrées were equally impressive and generously portioned. And to top it all off, the homemade limoncello was the perfect ending. It was thyme and chamomile flavored. We can't wait to come back!

I've been here multiple times for dinner and brunch and definitely had a good time…read more The deviled eggs are amazing! They also have a pavlova dessert that I highly recommend. The wine list is good. The coffee (bees knees I think) is outstanding. Parking is right behind. Ask for a window table to enjoy people watching. Service is server dependent someday good someday great. Cute ambiance and great food.

After finishing the Niantic Artisan Festival, we stopped at Constantine's On The Bay to grab lunch…read more We were told we could sit anywhere so we chose a table by the front windows so that we could people watch even though it was raining, the room was brightly lit. We started with the Jumbo (6) Shrimp Cocktail, which were served on a bed of lettuce and cocktail sauce. Rather than having a meal, I decided to have the Mediterranean Style Crispy Calamari, it was tossed w/Garlic, Lemon, Artichoke Hearts, Peppers, Tomatoes and Capers. I also had a cup of the Lobster Bisque that was full of lobster chunks. Both were very good. My companions had the Fish and Chips, but substituted mashed potatoes. Our friend ordered a big burger and also substituted the fries for mashed potatoes. The food was delivered quickly and our waitress was very pleasant. I will definitely be back to try the other foods.

We had a wonderful visit to Constantine in Niantic. The food was excellent, and the appetizer was a…read morestandout: fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. The bartender was pleasant and welcoming, which made the evening even better. Highly recommend, and we'll be back!

Another wonderful experience on my trip. Our server, Kelsey, was super. She gave us a choice on…read morewhere to sit and we chose by the window. It was perfect!. Kelsey took our orders. I had a small bowl of clam chowder and my friends and I shared the seafood platter. The food was delicious and plentiful. The scenery was beautiful as well. Thank you Fisherman's and Kelsey for a great time!

By far our favorite sit down meal from our trip to CT! Our server was so sweet and accommodating…read more(very much appreciated her patience and understanding with our toddler) and the food was unbelievably fresh on all fronts. The steamers and raw oysters were so delicious - definitely recommend getting these to start. The freshness can't be beat! The views by the window were gorgeous and we ordered a bottle of sauvignon blanc with dinner and watched the sun go down - was pleasantly surprised the mark up on the bottle wasn't higher. My linguine and clams were so yummy - generous with the clams which I was happy to see. My husband enjoyed his steamed lobster - not cheap, but quality and they crack it for you for an extra $5. Skipped dessert because we were so full but their espresso was nice and strong. Would love to come back and sit outside next time!

Amazing place, the service is good and the owner is awesome. I would highly recommendread more

After a Second Chance, I'm Officially Bowing Out This was my…read moresecond attempt at giving The Social Bar a fair shot, and unfortunately, absolutely nothing has changed. You would think a spot would be packed for Sunday brunch, but we walked in to a completely dead restaurant--just two couples sitting at the bar. We got seated, but it quickly became clear that the bartender (who I assume was also the manager) was the only person working the entire front of the house. The Service & Wait To say the service was slow is an understatement. It took so long just to put in an order that we were highly tempted to walk out. The only reason we stayed was because we had an hour to kill. While the bartender was genuinely friendly--and even nicely gave me the last of the batch he had mixed--the good attitude simply couldn't make up for the agonizingly long wait. The Drinks & Food The Mimosa: It was a premixed blend that was about 90% orange juice and 10% champagne. The Fries: The lone bright spot of the meal. They were nicely seasoned and easily the best part of the experience. The Side Caesar Salad: I really wanted to love the Caesar dressing because it actually tasted homemade. Sadly, it was so incredibly overloaded with salt that I'm genuinely shocked I'm not blind. After two strikes and two back-to-back fails, I'll sadly have to bow out from giving this place a third chance. There are too many other spots to choose from to waste time on slow service and unexecuted food.

We were staying at the hotel next door and had breakfast at the Helmsman. We were thrilled with the…read morebreakfast menu. Besides the breakfast buffet, there are several wonderful breakfast items to select on the menu. I opted for the avocado toast. It was served on grilled sourdough and with thinly sliced radishes. It was perfection. I loved that it arrived with a side salad and dressing. The cucumbers and radishes really made the breakfast pop. Lovely presentation! We also ordered the smoked salmon on a bagel as another b breakfast entree. It was loaded with smoked salmon! If you have breakfast here and have never tried a grilled muffin, order it! We had never heard of a grilled blueberry muffin and had to try it! To say it is delicious is an understatement. The muffin is overflowing with blueberries! They cut it in half and put it onto the grill. The butter and sugars seem to crystallize into one of the best muffins I have ever tasted. Tim was our server was able to help us navigate our options and the items to try during our stay. He was friendly and so very helpful!!

Was visiting during a busy conference. Hotel sold out so we made a reservation. Got right in with…read moreno waiting. The resigns a medium sized bar and the restaurant area is very small so definitely make a reservation. Our waitress was at our table immediately asking for beverages. We ordered app and drinks and things came out very quickly. The seafood tower was an absolute shocker. The seafood was so fresh and chilled perfectly and the price...highly recommend! The clam chowder was hot and creamy. It had a good amount of potato's and clams. The lobster roll was up next. The lobster was plentiful in a nice toasty roll. What I wasn't thrilled about was the old bay seasoning on the lobster. Overall it was tasty and cooked well. Our waitress was very attentive to drinks and any questions we had. Would definitely recommend.

We were visiting Mystic looking for a place to eat on a Friday night. After all of the more well…read moreknown restaurants in the area were booked, we decided to try Favorites. What a great find! Everyone in our party of 5 enjoyed their meals. Food was delicious. Well seasoned but not overly spicy. Waitress was delightful and provided great service. We sat inside but would definitely sit outside on deck on a return trip. Treat yourself and give Favorites a try.

I've been coming to Favorites since they opened a few years ago, but I've never gotten around to…read morewriting a review. They absolutely deserve one, so this is why I've come back over and over! Atmosphere/Appearance: Set right on the main strip of Bank Street is this Haitian/Caribbean themed restaurant. There's no private parking, but there's usually some street parking available. But once inside the decor is kept light, creating a vary open and spacious feeling. There's a flower wall of course with some neon signs and stuff. But if you continue all the way through the restaurant you can go right out the back onto their patio which faces the water! It's such a beautiful vibe out there. However, the Amtrak train runs along the water as well and every so many minutes you may get a blast from the train's horn. Lol. But the atmosphere is lively with good music, but certainly not loud. Service: Majin (sp) and her husband (the owners) are almost always present. You can find them in the kitchen, behind the bar or out front talking to guests. They're so friendly, personable and welcoming. KP is the bartender with such a bright and bubbly personality! Food/Drinks: I've been here about 3 to 4 times and have had so many things here. You can't go wrong with the corn ribs, conch chowder, any flavor of wings or the brunch tostadas! Value: Nothing too crazy. Not expensive, but not cheap. You do get your money's worth, I can tell you that! In conclusion, I'll keep on coming here. I love the atmosphere, location and of course the food! Check this place out if you're in the area!

Everything about this restaurant is absolutely amazing!!!! Always has been. I've never had anything…read moreI didn't like from here!!

I was so disappointed today, I was I at an appointment close to to Neon Chicken, a place I use to…read morego to all the time when I lived in NL. It use to be the best chicken around so it was a real disappointment today. The chicken was so over cooked it was so dry it was like chalk. They need to stop the cooking it about 30 minutes earlier. The vegetables & potatoes were pretty good. I won't be back.

Came here on Sunday night and it was one of the best restaurants I've been to in some time. We sat…read moreoutside since it was August, dog friendly deck and our waitress gave our dog a water bowl. Inside was lively and the bar looked very cool inside. I got the Fried chicken Sandwich and it was the best chicken sandwich I've ever had, super juicy and the sauce on it paired very well with the chicken, the fires were seasoned perfectly, couldn't stop eating them. Food came out pretty fast around 20 minutes after ordering. I also got the confetti milkshake for free because the table behind us were sever tow instead of one, it was good, typical milkshake but I will be back to try the other flavor. I signed up for their rewards program and I'll definitely be eating here again to try their other food!

First time to Engine Room. We were craving burgers so we went there with this in mind. It was a…read morebeautiful October day so we sat outside. Even though the patio was still opened, and most of the tables were full, there was only one person working the side of the patio were where we were seated. The waitstaff was either having a bad day or was overworked because they didn't seem too happy to be at work this day. It took a while to get drinks, which arrived after our appetizer. We tried the deviled eggs. The crunch on top was good as it added some texture and flavor to an otherwise average egg filling. For our meal, we ordered our burgers with fries, both medium, which they called rosy, I believe. The burgers arrived warm, not hot, and not cooked to our liking, as mine was definitely under. We also found them to be quite flavorless lacking seasoning. The fries were cold and soggy, but well seasoned. I have to believe part of this issue was the waitstaff being slow this day. Yes, we were outside but everything still should have arrived hot. We chose to set all this aside to get through our meal (we did not finish) as we were on a time restriction and didn't have room to send everything back or try something else. We would try this restaurant again but definitely won't be ordering a burger.