Fresh Salt

4.6

1493 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

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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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:30 am–11:00 am Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(860) 388-1111
Website
http://www.saybrook.com/Dining
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Private party facilities
We have several private function rooms including the Waterfront Gallery, Riverside Room, Fenwick Hall, and Fireside Wine Room which are available for parties of 8 or more.

Location
Two Bridge Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Area
Old Saybrook
Cross Street
Route 154
Parking details
There is no charge for on-site parking.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 1,493 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Connecticut
Seafood
Middlesex
Best Ambience
Middlesex
Great for outdoor dining
Middlesex
Most Booked

Review summary

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Fresh Salt offers "excellent, creative food" with a stunning marina view, creating a delightful atmosphere for dining. Standout dishes include the "best lobster rolls in New England" and "wonderful pork chops." Attentive staff and a serene setting enhance the experience. While service can occasionally be uneven, the "fantastic food" keeps patrons returning.

1,493 Reviews

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KelvinR
New York City
33 reviews
vip
5.0
33 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I visited for a mid lunch. The space was great and the portions were generous. Great meal.
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Stefan
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Thought the locally harvested oysters were a bit expensive
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Susan
New York City
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Always enjoy eating at Fresh Salt
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Christian
New York City
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and great food. We have dined here several times and Fresh Salt never disappoints. We especially like the variety of oysters available.
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Steven
New York City
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great visit with friends. Maria was a very attentive and friendly waitress. She’s one of your best!
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Joan
Connecticut
165 reviews
vip
5.0
165 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always. We live sitting in the sunroom overlooking the harbor all lit up for the holidays.,The Christmas music in the background was a nice touch while dining on excellent food. Seafood always fresh. Lexi our server was excellent making it a relaxing enjoyable evening.
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Dana
New York City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and food. Everything came out quickly which was great when you have two toddlers
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John
New York City
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first visit to Fresh Salt. A beautiful spot although it was too dark to enjoy the waterfront location. The ambiance was delightfully quiet at a very comfortable table. The service was excellent and our waiter was very friendly and helpful. My Rhode Island Chowder, my favorite, was very good, This offering is very difficult to find so I was excited to try it. My wife had a blended chowder of a mix of New England and Rhode Island she declared it excellent as well. I had the Cast Iron Seared Pork Chop. A very satisfying portion and cooked to perfection. My wife's Swordfish was very good too. And the Bread Pudding for dessert was the best finish I could hope for. Our only criticism was the food could have been served hotter. Overall, the visit to Fresh Salt was well worth it and we will return.
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Gabrielle
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent, personable service. Food was delicious.
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Thomas
Greater Boston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Very poor service. Waited over 15 min for server to approach our table
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Fresh Salt offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 388-1111.

Fresh Salt is rated 4.6 stars by 1493 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

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Two Bridge Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

Additional information

Cross Street
Route 154
Area
Old Saybrook
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Sat 7:30 am–11:00 am Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
There is no charge for on-site parking.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.saybrook.com/Dining
Phone number
(860) 388-1111
Private party facilities
We have several private function rooms including the Waterfront Gallery, Riverside Room, Fenwick Hall, and Fireside Wine Room which are available for parties of 8 or more.

Fresh Salt

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Order delivery or takeout

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What 1,493 people are saying

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Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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