I am starting this with a side note. Once in a while, you are served by someone outstanding…read more Someone who loves their job and is truly great at it. Today, for me, this was Parker. Super personable and super helpful. A definite people person who can immediately build a rapport with the customers. This is only my second or third trip to Fred's. The last time was probably 25 years ago. It was a bit of a drive from Hartford, but I am so glad I made the trip. If you have never been, you HAVE to go. The food, service, and location are all fantastic. As you can see in the photos, there is a good variety of food options, and it overlooks the docks. Coincidentally, they have MONDAY LUNCH SPECIALS, so my burger, fries, and small beverage was only $8 and some change! Therefore, I followed it with a raspberry shake for the ride home. :) This is a place you will want to return to again and again!

Everyone around the marina had been telling me I need to try the pizza at Fred's. It's not bad. I'm…read moreglad I did. I ordered a margarita pizza and it was pretty decent. I'm not sure why I had to catch attitude from the teenage girl working in the window, but I guess that's neither here nor there in regard to the pizza being a quality product. Not sure if I would go back or not to be honest. I definitely don't need unsolicited sass to simply pick up a pie.

Took my kids here after a day trip to the Submarine force museum. Came here expecting something…read moredecent, but I was blown away by how much the food surpassed expectations! The burger is among my TOP 2 in the state and the order of lemon pepper wings were the best I ever had! My kids absolutely inhaled their smash burger. Looking forward to following this business and coming back!

Astin J's is absolutely my go to for takeout or delivery in this area. They have a variety of items…read moreincluding burgers, wings and birria tacos. The portions are great and everyone who works there is warm and welcoming. I have been searching for years for good wings in this area. Astin J's wings are light years ahead of anyone else. They are absolutely monster sized wings unlike some of the places that serve teeny tiny wings. They offer tons of different flavors and I believe the sauces are made in house. I typically order either the garlic buffalo sauce or the garlic parm and both are equally awesome. The garlic parm fries are wonderful as well and they are loaded with garlic. The birria tacos are delicious as well. I just absolutely love this spot and will continue to support this wonderful local business indefinitely.

I even though it was late evening the place was still filled with guys on the billiard tables,…read morewatching sports and entertaining each other. The hostess seated me at a quiet "out of the way" table and my order was ready in minutes. Great burger cooked to perfection and a heap of fries with melted cheese! You gotta be a kid again every once in a while. Spotlessly clean and accessible. I'd give it a thumbs up.

Came by last weekend with my entire family including the grandkids. We didn't have reservations…read morebut they still accommodate us and arranged the tables. Tamara was our server and we couldn't be happier. She was excellent. Very attentive and patient with us. As usual we love the food. We also were extra happy for the happy hour discount. So much to choose from for only $6-8 you can't beat that. One thing we never miss to order is sweet potatoes fries. They have the best in the area. Everyone in our group left happy and with extra food.

My wife and I had a great meal at 374 when we spent a day in Niantic. We started with the buffalo…read morewings, which were excellent. Crispy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. My wife ordered the tomato soup, which she also said was very flavorful. I had the hot and cold lobster roll combo and loved the option to try both styles. The lobster was fresh, generously portioned, and delicious! The cocktails were also outstanding and complemented the meal perfectly. The restaurant has a very cute, welcoming vibe and we stopped by between lunch and dinner times, so it was not busy. It was perfect. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Niantic!

I have struggled with whether to write this review because this has become one of our favorite…read morelocal restaurants over the last year. In fact, one of the reasons we kept coming back was because this was one of the very few local restaurants that I believed truly understood celiac disease and took gluten-free dining seriously. However, as someone with celiac disease, I feel a responsibility to share my experience because what I have encountered goes far beyond a one-time mistake. Several months ago, we ordered takeout and I tested three separate items that were represented as gluten-free: tacos, a wedge salad, and a pop tart dessert. Most was already naturally gluten free. All three tested positive for gluten. These tests are not cheap, costing approximately $12 each, so this was not something I did lightly. I contacted the restaurant and spoke directly with the head chef. She was professional, understanding, and seemed genuinely concerned. She thanked me for bringing it to her attention and even mentioned that she planned to order a test herself because she could not understand how those items would contain gluten. Because of that conversation, I chose not to leave a review. I genuinely believed the issue would be investigated and corrected, and I wanted to give the restaurant the opportunity to make things right. Unfortunately, a later visit resulted in a positive gluten test on the smoked fish appetizer. Most recently, I returned again and tested several items. The calamari tested negative, but my gluten-free tacos once again tested positive for gluten. At this point, I have simply been glutened one too many times by a restaurant that I genuinely wanted to trust. What makes this especially difficult is that this restaurant presents itself as understanding celiac disease. I was told that members of the restaurant's family, including a daughter, have celiac disease. Hearing that gave me confidence that gluten-free orders would be taken seriously and that proper precautions would be in place. That is what makes these repeated positive gluten tests so confusing and disappointing. When a restaurant claims to understand celiac disease, I expect more than simply offering gluten-free menu items. I expect systems that actually prevent gluten contamination. After multiple positive gluten tests across multiple visits and after bringing my concerns directly to management months ago, it is difficult for me to reconcile those claims with my actual experiences. During my most recent visit, the waitress was kind and helpful, and I appreciate the way she handled the situation. However, I was told that a manager would come speak with me, and no manager ever did. My tacos were removed because they tested positive for gluten, yet I was still charged for them after deciding to take them home (for my non celiac hubby) rather than have them thrown away. In the end, I received a discount, but only after spending nearly $50 on gluten tests during that visit alone. As I write this, I am sitting here sad, frustrated, and in pain, knowing exactly what the next couple of weeks are likely going to look like for me. People often do not see what happens after someone with celiac disease is exposed to gluten. We do not go into anaphylaxis in the restaurant. We go home and suffer through the consequences alone. The symptoms may not be immediately visible to others, but the physical toll is very real. Every restaurant can make a mistake. My concern is not a single mistake. My concern is a repeated pattern over multiple visits, over several months, after the issue was brought directly to the restaurant's attention. I truly wanted to continue supporting this restaurant. I truly wanted to be able to recommend it to others in the celiac community. Unfortunately, after repeated positive gluten tests, repeated gluten exposures, and no evidence that the underlying problem has been corrected, I cannot in good conscience recommend this restaurant to anyone with celiac disease or anyone who requires a truly gluten-free meal for medical reasons.

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!

We were in town for a few days and wanted to find a great cocktail bar -- well, we found it…read more The ambiance was exactly what we were hoping for: stylish, welcoming, and relaxed without trying too hard. They don't really have signage, so keep an eye out -- it's next to a Thai restaurant and definitely worth finding. Although we didn't eat, the food coming out of the kitchen looked incredible. The cocktails, however, completely stole the show. Every drink was thoughtfully crafted, and the espresso martini was especially impressive. What really made the experience stand out were the bartenders. Friendly, welcoming, and genuinely engaging -- exactly what you hope for when you're visiting a new town and looking for a place to unwind. Can't wait to come back next time we're in town.

Started with a mocktail daiquiri that was very good. Somewhat of a wait for my fish and chips but…read morethey were nice and hot when they arrived. But the seasoning on both the fish and the chips was incredibly salty. There was not enough ketchup for the chips or enough tartar sauce for the fish. I didn't finish either one. The "coleslaw" was interesting as some kind of Asian version and seemed to be fresh. I won't be back.

First time here and was quite impressed. The name "Smashburger" just sounds like a greasy spoon…read moreplace, but it's far from it! The wife ordered the deluxe chicken burger, (for $4.99!) and I ordered the special brisket bacon burger. Both burgers not fried and very tasty. The brisket especially was totally lean, with thick crisp bacon and melted cheddar inside the toasted bun. I also ordered the chocolate cherry shake with large pieces of cherry and chocolate bits with whipped cream on top. (That was a bit pricey) The staff was super friendly and actually brings your food to your table. Plus, for you calorie counters they actually have the calorie count listed next to each item. Lastly, the place was clean along with the restrooms. And believe me, the wife won't use any public restrooms unless they're spotless. This is how hamburger joints should be!

I had a burger today that was full of flavor. It had cheese melted on it with lettuce and tomato- a…read moredouble burger. Carolyn the mgr and her staff were friendly and make the customer experience very welcoming. I use their app and rewards program so I earn free food. The place is very clean and organized. I'll be back soon.

What a pleasant surprise! We wanted to eat at a restaurant after the show but sadly most kitchens…read moreclose early. So we settled on Bobby's Burgers; we thought this place would be a rip off for mediocre food. Well, I have to say, we were all impressed!! The burgers were outstanding! They were juicy, fresh, delicious and satisfying! Will definitely hit this place up again and again! The service was adequate and the ambiance is what you make it. We had the crunch burgers, the sweet potato fries, the onion rings, two shakes and soda...everything was truly outstanding!

2 cheeseburgers. Over 20 minutes and counting…read more Slow time after busy one. Basketball game got out previous...Not cool.Systrm is not working.