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Our Favorite CT Waterfront Restaurants
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Jenna and Meredith
Our favorite waterfront spots in CT with vibes for every mood. Good food, great views, whatever you’re feeling.
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Fairfield County
New Haven County
New London County
Fairfield County
perfect view of the water and has such a great lobster roll
Rowayton Seafood
Such a great casual spot that sits right on Candlewood Lake. Large menu. The shipwreck fries are awesome!
Down The Hatch
They aren't kidding around with how great the sunsets are here! The New England Style Clam Chowder is sooo good.
Sunset Grille
more upscale waterfront dining with a great back area that sits right on long island sound. Amazing cocktails and spicy tuna tartare
La Plage Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Great casual vibes. No reservations needed. Good to go just for a drink or for food and drinks.
The Galley
Love this spot to sit right on the water and enjoy a more upscale meal. They have the best fries with their sandwiches.
Harbor Lights
LOVE dockside! Try to make a reservation if you can - it gets busy!
Dockside Brewery and Waterfront Biergarten | Home
This place is so good and they often have live music outside! Def get the hummus plate as an app!
Boca Oyster Bar
A nice spot in Shelton to sit right on the river. Gets lively on the weekends!
Pier131 Kitchen + Bar
A fun dive bar with awesome wings! Really cool spot on the inside too - the floors aren't straight!
Black Duck Cafe
Super fun rooftop bar in Stamford!
Sign of the Whale
They have live music and are right on the water in stamford!
Crab Shell
Upscale steakhouse that is right on the water and perfect for a nice dinner or a celebration
Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar
New Haven County
Casual spot that sits right on the lake - you can pull your boat up to the dock and have a great lunch or dinner! Yummy frozen drinks
Dock 34
Such a fun spot with good food and outdoor seating right on the Milford beach!
Dive Bar & Restaurant
New London County
Every time we visit mystic, we have lunch or dinner at Red 36! The Lobster mac and cheese is amazing.
Red 36
A great cocktail and small bite bar behind Sift Bakery. A must-do if you are in downtown Mystic!
Mix Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
YUMMY food and you can sit outside in their treehouse that overlooks the water. They have a great happy hour!
Oyster Club
