Best Casual Restaurants in Westbrook

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge

4.6

Exceptional(866)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westbrook

Booked 8 times today

Located on the expansive grounds of the Water’s Edge Resort and Spa sits a beautiful restaurant with magnificent ocean views, Dattilo Fine Italian, the jewel of the Connecticut shoreline. The cuisine is fresh, creative and bold, with flavors reminiscent of old-world Italy. A rich authentic menu pairs with our extensive wine list features wines from across the globe. In addition to the seasonal menu Dattilo also offers nightly dining specials and themed dinners. Each Sunday we end the weekend with one of the finest Brunches in Connecticut featuring carving, pasta, crepe, and omelet stations. The brunch theme changes each week offering a new variety of fare to experience.

2. The Essex

4.8

Exceptional(1009)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 6 times today

Set in the heart of downtown, across from the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, the “new” Essex will continue to offer the progressive, modern, approachable cuisine that has made it a top restaurant in the region. Whether it’s a pre-theater dinner, a casual gathering with friends, or a tasting menu for a special evening, guests can gather at The Essex to create memories with family and friends while enjoying excellent cuisine. The Essex menu showcases modern American cuisine that draws inspiration from the land, sea and deep heritage of the Connecticut River Valley, using the freshest locally sourced products available from farm and sea. All will inspire an ever-changing menu of progressive interpretations of timeless dishes. "Voted Best New Restaurant in New England" Yankee Magazine "Best Restaurants in Connecticut" CT Magazine "Not to be Missed" Town & Country Magazine"Rising Chef Star" CT Mag

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3. Scotch Plains Tavern

4.5

Awesome(703)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Essex

If you’re looking for an authentic tavern cuisine and rustic ambiance, Scotch Plains Tavern is the place to be. Located minutes from Essex Steam Train, Rt. 9, and I-95, guests can kick back with a drink and some wings in our newly renovated upstairs bar, redesigned in a modern vintage industrial style while maintaining the original bar from Oliver’s Tavern. The bar, retrofitted for additional space, was originally built in 1913 for a bar in Chicago where Al Capone is rumored to have regularly tipped a glass.

4. Penny Lane Pub

4.5

Awesome(327)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 3 times today

Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant is an English style pub located in Old Saybrook. The casual and friendly atmosphere on two stories offers plenty of options for diners. Whether you choose the entertaining and active downstairs or the quieter dining upstairs or even the patio when weather permits, the casual pub fare will win you over.Lunch choices at Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant include classic English pub favorites such as fish and chips, shepherd’s pie and a corned beef Reuben. Be sure to also visit Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant for live music on Friday nights. Heading to the Kate theater just walking distance down Main street? Make a reservation today!

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5. Luigi's Restaurant - Old Saybrook

4.8

Exceptional(87)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old Saybrook

Booked 4 times today

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6. Little Pub- Old Saybrook

4.5

Awesome(130)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 5 times today

Great food, generous drinks, and a lively pub atmosphere you'll feel right at home in. A rustic neighborhood gathering place with a relentless focus on customer service, value, and fun.

7. Fresh Salt

4.6

Exceptional(1494)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Old Saybrook

Booked 25 times today

Fresh Salt is more than just a restaurant; it is a place to enjoy one another’s company and experience the breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound quietly intertwined with the Connecticut River. Utilizing the chef’s simple yet high quality approach, the fresh, seasonal local ingredients of Connecticut are transformed into beautifully inspired dishes. Our Local Food Commitment allows us to work with local farmers and artisans to ensure the quality of locally grown ingredients from the sea, land and soil. These fresh ingredients and vibrant tastes of Fresh Salt are available daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located right on the water means seriously fresh seafood and our menu definitely delivers. From the beloved Lobster Roll to the cherished Clam Chowder and so many more specialties, Fresh Salt dishes are guaranteed to please every palate. We offer indoor and outdoor dining, outdoor dining is based on a first come first serve basis, outdoor dining is non-reservable.

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8. Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina

4.7

Exceptional(58)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Madison

Booked 9 times today

Experience upscale Mexican cuisine with a delightful twist at Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina. Our newly redesigned downtown spot offers a charming ambiance, perfect for enjoying drinks and appetizers at the bar or dining on our enclosed porch year-round. Indulge in our inventive tacos with homemade tortillas, featuring flavors like savory shrimp or succulent pulled pork tamales. Cap off your meal with our creamy Tres Leches dessert. With prompt service and engaged waitstaff, every visit is a celebration of flavor and hospitality.

9. Old Lyme Inn

4.5

Awesome(666)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old Lyme

Booked 4 times today

The Old Lyme Inn’s restaurant and bar offers guests contemporary New England Fare in a casual yet elegant atmosphere. Our chef embraces the changing seasons and bounty of the Connecticut River Valley to offer creative menus that change weekly. Since it's opening in April 2012, the restaurant has quickly become a celebrated meeting place for visitors and locals alike. The inn boasts three different dining rooms, a grand eight seat bar and a fireplace adorned library. The Side Door Jazz Club offers shows every Friday and Saturday night and has been recognized by 'Down Beat' magazine as one of the best jazz venues in the world.Whether you're joining us for our famous 'Jazzy' brunch, cozying up with a friend at our afternoon tea or enjoying an elegant dinner before a show at the Side Door; we can't wait to exceed your expectations.

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10. Rustica Ristorante - Chester

4.7

Exceptional(1308)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Chester

Booked 1 time today

Authentic Italian Food!!!UNDER THE STATE LAW DUE TO COVID-19, RUSTICA RISTORANTE HAS IMPLEMENTED HEALTHY AND SAFE PRECAUTIONS FOR OUR EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS. OUR OUTDOOR SEATING ALLOWS YOU TO INTERACT WITH EACH OTHER SAFELY

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Rosemary
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food. Fast and Friendly server. Love coming here for a wonderful nite out
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Luigi's Restaurant - Old SaybrookPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Saybrook
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4.8
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Dr. JohnVIP
New York City •88 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Dinner and drinks were delicious. The service was great. It's always a nice time at Waters Edge and and having a great restaurant in the resort is wonderful!
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Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s EdgePrice: Expensive• Italian• Westbrook
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4.6
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Susan
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 Dec 2024
Our dinner with friends at The Essex was beyond expectations. Service was friendly, knowledgeable, and well paced. We opted for the three course price fixe and were pleasantly surprised by the appetizer course we were served before the salad course. At $79 per person the dinner was very reasonably priced for the quality and quantity. Our first and main courses were outstanding. My strip steak perfectly cooked to medium rare and the whole table enjoyed the frites. The halibut and scallops along with the sauces and vegetables were excellent. Dessert choices were very generous although I hit my limit after a few bites of the baked Alaska. The menu was heavy on seafood which restricted our friend who has a fish and shellfish allergy. But once aware of that and a nut allergy, every dish was carefully adjusted for nuts. Dining at the Essex is a wonderful treat. We will be back.
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The EssexPrice: Expensive• American• Old Saybrook
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4.8
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CynthiaVIP
Philadelphia County •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 Dec 2024
Always a pleasure! Yummy choday & calamari. Thank you.
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Penny Lane PubPrice: Moderate• American• Old Saybrook
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4.5
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Joseph
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Nov 2024
Food and staff are Great! Will not disappoint...
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Scotch Plains TavernPrice: Moderate• Pub• Essex
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4.5

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge

2. The Essex

3. Scotch Plains Tavern

4. Penny Lane Pub

5. Luigi's Restaurant - Old Saybrook

6. Little Pub- Old Saybrook

7. Fresh Salt

8. Comomango Mexican Kitchen and Cantina

9. Old Lyme Inn

10. Rustica Ristorante - Chester

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