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Fresh Salt, Old Saybrook, CT

Fresh Salt

4.6
4.6
1517 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • 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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon, Fri, Sat 07:30–11:00 Sun 08:00–10:00 Brunch Sun 10:30–14:00 Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
  • 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

Menu

Starters

  • Regional Clam Chowder

    New England, Rhode island, "Fresh salt" style (blend of both)

    • CupUS$9.94
    • BowlUS$13.95

  • Traditional Fried CalamariUS$18.95

    Marinara sauce & lemon

    • Fresh Salt Sriracha CalamariUS$19.95

      Sweet chili glaze, sweet peppers scallions, sesame seeds, wasabi

      • Artisanal Cheese BoardUS$19.95

        Chef's selection of local cheeses dried fruit compote, crisp apple roasted almonds, toasted baguette cornichons, cranberry walnut crostini

        • Mrs. Tag's MeatballsUS$17.95

          Beef, pork & veal Liuzzi ricotta, marinara, Crostini

          • Romaine, Radicchio & Baby Kale Caesar Salad

            Romaine hearts, parmigiano shavings white anchovies, brioche croutons classic caesar dressing

            • RegularUS$9.94
            • LargeUS$14.95

          • Field Green Salad

            Carrots, tomato red onion, cucumber radish, carrot ginger dressing

            • RegularUS$9.94
            • LargeUS$13.95

          • House-Made Butternut Squash RavioliUS$18.95

            Toasted Walnuts, Sage-Brown Butter, Pecorino Romano Cheese

            • Roasted Baby Beets & Burrata SaladUS$15.95

              Roasted Red Beets, Liuzzi Burrata, Pistachios, Roasted Carrots, Arugula greens with chive oil and a Golden Beet vinaigrette

              Fresh Salt Specialties

              Splitting an Entrée

              • Fresh Salt Cioppino

                Shrimp, scallops, calamari mussels, swordfish, tomato capellini, lobster-saffron essence, crostini

                • RegularUS$35.95
                • LargeUS$43.95

              • Pan Roasted SalmonUS$32.95

                Fennel Pollen Crusted Israeli cous Cous, Leeks, Fennel, Kalamata Olives, Roasted tomatoes, Olive oil, citrus, garlic-Saffron-Fennel Jus

                • Mezzi Rigatoni

                  Wild Mushrooms, Roasted Winter Squash, Sweet Fennel Sausage, Basil, Pecorino Romano, Cognac Cream Sauce

                  • RegularUS$32.95
                  • PetiteUS$26.95

                • Pan Roasted Swordfish SteakUS$34.95

                  Creamy white Polenta, Capers, Sauteed Spinach, Pignoli, Cipollini Agrodolce, Golden Raisins

                  • 8 oz. Manhattan CAB SteakUS$39.95

                    Wild Mushroom-Leek Risotto, Grilled Asparagus, Cabernet Demi.

                    • Cast Iron Seared 12oz. Pork ChopUS$36.95

                      Honey Roasted Baby Carrots, Romanesco, Potato-Celery Root Puree, Crispy Onions, Madeira Demi.

                      • 14oz. CAB Ribeye SteakUS$49.95

                        Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Bacon, Scallions, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Garlic-Rosemary Butter

                        • Cassoulet ToulousaineUS$29.95

                          Classic French White Bean Stew: House Cured Duck & Pork Belly Confit, Nodine's Bacon, Garlic Sausage

                          • Pan Roasted Natural Chicken BreastUS$29.95

                            Yukon Gold Potatoes, Winter Vegetables, Black Truffle Hash, Broccoli, Fresh Herb-White Wine Chicken Jus.

                            Shellfish / Raw Bar

                            • Fresh OystersUS$3.95

                              Featuring our commitment to cool local waters we offer a variety based on availability

                              • Littleneck ClamsUS$1.95

                                • Tuna TrianglesUS$19.95

                                  Tuna tartare, sushi rice ponzu sauce, pickled ginger, sriracha

                                  • Ahi Tuna TartareUS$27.95

                                    Ginger, Tamari, Chili, Citrus, Avocado, Sweet Pepper oil, Sesame, Wonton Chips.

                                    • Fresh Salt Plateau

                                      • Medium - 3 Clams, 3 Oysters, 3 ShrimpUS$33.95
                                      • Large - 6 Clams, 6 Oysters, 6 ShrimpUS$64.95
                                      • Extra Large - 7 Clams, 7 Oysters, 7 Shrimp, Chilled Lobster TailUS$99.95

                                    • Shrimp CocktailUS$5.95

                                      Extra-large, poached in house-made pickling spice

                                      Hand Helds

                                      Served with house made kettle chips and coleslaw

                                      • Fresh Salt CheeseburgerUS$23.95

                                        Grilled certified angus beef, ancho bacon smoked cheddar, cracked pepper aioli crispy onions, maple-bourbon glaze

                                        • Traditional CheeseburgerUS$19.95

                                          Grilled certified angus beef, lettuce, tomato onion, toasted potato roll, choice of cheese

                                          • Housemade Black Bean BurgerUS$18.95

                                            Lettuce, tomato, red onion chipotle-lime aioli, toasted potato roll (omit aioli and roll for v)

                                            • Seared Housemade Salmon BurgerUS$23.95

                                              Lettuce, tomato, red onion dill aioli, toasted brioche roll

                                              • Hot, Open-Face Short Rib SandwichUS$24.95

                                                Sharp Cheddar, Horseradish Aioli, Sauteed Wild Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Grilled Ciabatta

                                                Sandbar Classics

                                                Served with French fries coleslaw, tartar sauce & lemon

                                                • CT Lobster RollUS$36.95

                                                  Warm buttered lobster grilled new England style brioche roll served with Parmesan-Truffle Tater Tots

                                                  • Fish N' ChipsUS$26.95

                                                    Batter fried fresh & local filet

                                                    • Fritto Misto di Mare

                                                      Batter Fried Fresh, Local Fish Fillet, Fried Calamari, Lightly Fried Clams & Shrimp Served with Tarter Sauce, Lemon and French Fries

                                                      Enhancements

                                                      • Fresh Salt Kettle ChipsUS$3.95

                                                        • Fresh Salt Parmigiano-Truffle FriesUS$9.94

                                                          • French FriesUS$6.95

                                                            • Parmsean -Truffle Tater TotsUS$9.94

                                                              • ColeslawUS$4.95

                                                                • Sautéed Spinach, Olive Oil & GarlicUS$9.94

                                                                  • Creamy Mashed PotatoesUS$7.95

                                                                    • Grilled AsparagusUS$9.94

                                                                      • Seaweed SaladUS$9.94

                                                                        Wine by the Glass- Sparkling

                                                                        • Gabbiano ProseccoUS$12.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Rosé

                                                                          • Hampton Water, Languedoc, Fr

                                                                            • GlassUS$12.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$18.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$47.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Pinot Grigio

                                                                          • Chloe, Trentino Alto Adige, It

                                                                            • GlassUS$11.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$16.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$43.00

                                                                          • Angelini, Veneto, It

                                                                            • GlassUS$13.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$19.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$51.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Sauvignon Blanc

                                                                          • Sancerre, Loire, Fr

                                                                            • GlassUS$18.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$27.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$71.00

                                                                          • Lobster Reef, NZ

                                                                            • GlassUS$11.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$16.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$43.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Chardonnay

                                                                          • Imagery, CA

                                                                            • GlassUS$11.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$16.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$43.00

                                                                          • Sonoma Cutrer Russian River, Ca

                                                                            • GlassUS$17.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$25.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$63.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Interesting Whites

                                                                          • Dr. Konstantin Frank, Dry Riesling, NY

                                                                            • GlassUS$12.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$18.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$47.00

                                                                          • Stella Rosa, Moscato, Piemonte, It

                                                                            • GlassUS$10.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$15.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$39.00

                                                                          • Albarino Veira De La Plata, Sp

                                                                            • GlassUS$11.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$16.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$43.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Pinot Noir

                                                                          • Cloudline, Willamette Valley, Oregon

                                                                            • GlassUS$15.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$23.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$59.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Malbec

                                                                          • Gouguenheim, Mendoza, Ar

                                                                            • GlassUS$10.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$15.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$39.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Merlot

                                                                          • The Velvet Devil, WA

                                                                            • GlassUS$10.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$15.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$39.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Cabernet

                                                                          • Austin, Paso Robles, CA

                                                                            • GlassUS$14.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$21.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$55.00

                                                                          • Swanson, Napa, CA

                                                                            • GlassUS$17.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$25.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$67.00

                                                                          Wine by the Glass- Old World Reds

                                                                          • Castello D'albola Chianti Classico, Docg Toscana

                                                                            • GlassUS$13.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$19.50
                                                                            • BottleUS$51.00

                                                                          • Chateau Malbat, Bordeaux Fr

                                                                            • GlassUS$10.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$15.00
                                                                            • BottleUS$39.00

                                                                          • Red Sangria

                                                                            • GlassUS$14.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$21.00

                                                                          • White Sangria

                                                                            • GlassUS$14.00
                                                                            • CarafeUS$21.00

                                                                          Wine by the Bottle- Sparkling

                                                                          • Gloria Ferrer Brut, Sonoma, CaUS$63.00

                                                                            Delicate pear & floral notes, toasty finish

                                                                            • Laurent-Perrier, Brut La Cuvée, FrUS$143.00

                                                                              Lightly toasty & vibrant, flavorful & intense

                                                                              • Laurent-Perrier, Brut Rosé, FrUS$192.00

                                                                                Intense berry flavor, rounded finish

                                                                                • Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, FrUS$139.00

                                                                                  Tiny bubbles & fruit forward

                                                                                  Wine by the Bottle- Sauvignon Blanc

                                                                                  • Vette Di San Leonardo, Trentino, ItUS$63.00

                                                                                    Great mineral complexity, full bodied

                                                                                    • Les Roches, Touraine, Loire Valley, FRUS$41.00

                                                                                      Bright & Lively

                                                                                      • Groth, Napa Valley, CaUS$99.00

                                                                                        Grapefruit, melon, mango, kiwi, lemon aromas

                                                                                        Wine by the Bottle- Rosé

                                                                                        • Terres De St. Louis, Provence, FrUS$40.00

                                                                                          Light, dry, bright berry & garrigue notes

                                                                                          • Whispering Angel, Provence, FrUS$69.00

                                                                                            Balanced & mouthwatering, expertly crafted

                                                                                            • Chateau de Berne Mediterranee Romance, FRUS$52.00

                                                                                              Aromatic, light, dry, peach, grapefruit

                                                                                              Wine by the Bottle- Chardonnay

                                                                                              • Bramito, Umbria, ItUS$62.00

                                                                                                Clean, unoaked finish, tropical & citrus fruit

                                                                                                • Jordan, Russian River, Sonoma, CaUS$99.00

                                                                                                  Fuji apple, grapefruit & lime aromas

                                                                                                  • Joseph Drouhin Macon-Villages Burgundy, FrUS$59.00

                                                                                                    Unoaked, medium body, lean acidity

                                                                                                    Wine by the Bottle- Interesting Whites

                                                                                                    • Palagetto, Vernaccia San Gimignano, Tuscany, ITUS$47.00

                                                                                                      Soft & Creamy, Long Balanced Mouthfeel

                                                                                                      • Chateau Bonnet Bordeaux Blanc, FrUS$43.00

                                                                                                        Dry, intense tropical aroma, tangy finish

                                                                                                        • Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Gaudio Vermentino Di BolgheriUS$79.00

                                                                                                          Citrus aroma, elderflower notes

                                                                                                          Wine by the Bottle- Pinot Noir

                                                                                                          • Twomey, Russian River, CAUS$148.00

                                                                                                            Red Fruits, Boysenberries & Oak subtles.

                                                                                                            • Belle Glos, Las Alturas, CaUS$199.00

                                                                                                              Blackberries, plum, ruby red, rich tannins

                                                                                                              Wine by the Bottle- Merlot

                                                                                                              • Duckhorn, Napa, CaUS$139.00

                                                                                                                Medium body, creamy tannins cassis, plum, vanilla

                                                                                                                • Silverado, Stags Leap District, CaUS$99.00

                                                                                                                  Medium bodied, red plum & cherries flavor

                                                                                                                  Wine by the Bottle- Cabernet

                                                                                                                  • Stags' Leap Winery, CaUS$152.00

                                                                                                                    Rich dark fruit notes, mouthwatering finish

                                                                                                                    • Far Niente, Napa Valley, CaUS$289.00

                                                                                                                      Mixed berries, black tea, spice flavors

                                                                                                                      • Groth, Napa CaUS$139.00

                                                                                                                        Full body, bold and smooth finish

                                                                                                                        • Caymus, Wagner Family, Napa CaUS$169.00

                                                                                                                          Balanced, rich, impressively complex

                                                                                                                          • Jordan, Alexander Valley, CaUS$127.00

                                                                                                                            Black cherry, boysenberry, fig aromas

                                                                                                                            Wine by the Bottle- Italian

                                                                                                                            • Castello Banfi Brunello Di Montalcino, ToscanaUS$169.00

                                                                                                                              Ruby red, vanilla, hints of licorice

                                                                                                                              • Antinori, Tignanello, ToscanaUS$299.00

                                                                                                                                Bright ruby red fruit, hint of chocolate

                                                                                                                                • Barolo Tenute Neirano Docg PiemonteUS$119.00

                                                                                                                                  Fruity red, plum, chocolate & nut aromas

                                                                                                                                  • Amarone Classico Masi Costasera Docg, VenetoUS$149.00

                                                                                                                                    Impressive complexity, hints of anise

                                                                                                                                    Wine by the Bottle- Interesting Reds

                                                                                                                                    • Orin Swift, "Abstract", CaUS$81.00

                                                                                                                                      Over 200 unique vineyard sites impossibly complex

                                                                                                                                      • The Prisoner, Napa Valley CaUS$109.00

                                                                                                                                        "Farm to glass" style concentrated "Black" blend

                                                                                                                                        • Opus One, Napa CAUS$675.00

                                                                                                                                          Cassis, Blackberry, Black Cherry Aromas

                                                                                                                                          • Paul Autard Châteauneuf-du-pape, FrUS$129.00

                                                                                                                                            Balanced, elegant, fresh & pure dark berry fruit

                                                                                                                                            Wine by the Bottle- Specialty Cocktails

                                                                                                                                            • Winter MuleUS$15.95

                                                                                                                                              Bulleit bourbon, Cinnamon Simple Syrup, Apple Cider, Ginger Beer

                                                                                                                                              • Cranberry Orange MargaritaUS$15.95

                                                                                                                                                Cancion tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Cranberries, Splash Orang Juice & Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime, RIPE Margarita Mix, Lime Salt Rim

                                                                                                                                                • Big Fig DealUS$15.95

                                                                                                                                                  Figenza vodka, Chambord, Limoncello, Fresh Lemon, Sugar Rim

                                                                                                                                                  • Blueberry Lavender FizzUS$15.95

                                                                                                                                                    Vodka, Blueberry Juice, Fresh Lemon, Lavender Simple syrup, Fee Foam, Club Soda

                                                                                                                                                    • Snowball MartiniUS$15.95

                                                                                                                                                      Van Gogh vanilla vodka, Cocnut Puree, Blue Chair Coconut Rum, Disaronno Amaretto, Splash Cream, Toasted Coconut Rim

                                                                                                                                                      • Maple Chai Old FashionUS$16.95

                                                                                                                                                        Bulleit bourbon, Maple Chai Simple Syrup, Orange Bitters, Luzardo Cherry, Orange Peel

                                                                                                                                                        Wine by the Bottle- Choo Choo Classic

                                                                                                                                                        • Woodford in ManhattanUS$19.00

                                                                                                                                                          Woodford reserve bourbon, Woodford cherry bitters, carpano antica formula vermouth

                                                                                                                                                          Connecticut Brews

                                                                                                                                                          New England brewing co. - Woodbridge thimble island brewing co. - Branford two roads brewery Stratford half full brewery Stamford

                                                                                                                                                          • Fuzzy Baby Ducks IPAUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                            • Sea Hag IPAUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                              • SPR Harbormaster NEIPAUS$10.00

                                                                                                                                                                • Half Full Bright Blonde AleUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                  Other

                                                                                                                                                                  • Bud LightUS$7.50

                                                                                                                                                                    • Miller LiteUS$7.50

                                                                                                                                                                      • Corona ExtraUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                        • Michelob UltraUS$7.50

                                                                                                                                                                          • Sam Adams SeasonalUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                            • Stella ArtoisUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                              • Guinness DraughtUS$9.00

                                                                                                                                                                                • High NoonUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Non-Alcoholic Athletic Run WildUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Non-Alcoholic HeinekenUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Non-Alcoholic GuinnessUS$8.00

                                                                                                                                                                                        Last updated: 15 January 2025

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                                                                                                                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                                                                                        4.6
                                                                                                                                                                                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                                                                        • 4.6Food
                                                                                                                                                                                        • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                                                                                        • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                                                                                        • 4.3Value

                                                                                                                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                                                                                        Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Connecticut

                                                                                                                                                                                          Seafood

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Middlesex

                                                                                                                                                                                          Best Ambience

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Middlesex

                                                                                                                                                                                          Most Booked

                                                                                                                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                                                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                                                                        Fresh Salt in Old Saybrook offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food and service." Guests rave about the "amazing views" and "beautiful ambiance" by the marina. Highlights include the "swordfish and pork chops," expertly prepared seafood, and attentive staff. It's a "great spot" for special occasions and relaxing meals.

                                                                                                                                                                                        1,517 Reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                        1. Debora

                                                                                                                                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                                                                                                                                          26 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          26 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          Usually have an exceptional experience at Fresh Salt and the food is fantastic. Short Rib Open faced sandwich was great and my husband's salmon with cous-cous was delicious. However, the waitress was very nice, but not that available. We did not get any rolls to eat while looking at the menu though other tables seemed to have them. We were not offered any and never got any. My biggest beef was a drink I ordered before dinner: Maple Chai Old Fashioned for 16.95 Discription on menu: "Bulleit Bourbon, Maple-Chai Simple Syrup Orange Bitters, Luxardo Cherry, Orange Twist"; was awful. Tasted like Bourbon mixed with Fireball Liquor. No maple, orange bitters, cherry or orange twist. I tried to stir it with my knife but I could not drink it. Our waitress did not come back for me to substitute the drink, so we had to get someone else. I told her I did not think they gave me the correct drink. By the time my wine came (I never found out about the drink), we were already served our food. (Food came way too fast for a place like that). I usually like to have a cocktail or wine while waiting for the meal to relax-but drink came so late and food came so fast, didn't get the chance. It's such a nice place and the food is very good, so we will go again.

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                                                                                                                                                                                        2. Alison

                                                                                                                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          Delicious food, courteous and attentive servers and lovely atmosphere. I only wish we had planned to spend the night at the Inn after our meal instead of driving home!
                                                                                                                                                                                          Fresh SaltResponded 1 day ago
                                                                                                                                                                                          Thank you !!!!!

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                                                                                                                                                                                        3. Tim

                                                                                                                                                                                          Connecticut

                                                                                                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          Above all other things at the restaurant, service was amazing! There was a lot of staff to cater to the customers and very little wait time on food and drinks!

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                                                                                                                                                                                        4. Frank

                                                                                                                                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                                                                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                                                                                          I made these reservations far enough in advance that I would have thought my special request would have been honored. Instead, we were seated in an overflow room that was so so. So, needless to say, I was a bit disappointed!

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                                                                                                                                                                                        5. Julie

                                                                                                                                                                                          Connecticut

                                                                                                                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          The food and service are generally better and faster. I opine that they took more reservations than normal because of the holiday and that negatively impacted the experience. I will say the octopus appetizer was phenomenal, but the steak was not very good, nor was my martini.

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                                                                                                                                                                                        6. Reed

                                                                                                                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                                                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed an early VD dinner trying the halibut and beef Wellington. Both were excellent. He would have preferred the fish to be cooked a little longer, but that’s the only critique. We shared the hazelnut ice cream sundae named after the Ferraro Rocher candy. It came in a bowl that looked like a small bathtub! Too much deliciousness, but we succeeded in conquering the challenge!

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                                                                                                                                                                                        7. Mary

                                                                                                                                                                                          San Antonio

                                                                                                                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          3 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          I love this place but the buffet was cancelled due to bad weather - it made me very sad.

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                                                                                                                                                                                        8. Kendra

                                                                                                                                                                                          New Mexico

                                                                                                                                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          Lots of gluten free options and well noted on the menu

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                                                                                                                                                                                        9. Judith

                                                                                                                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                                                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                                                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined on 31 January 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          What are my favorite places in Old Saybrook. The service was phenomenal

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                                                                                                                                                                                        10. George

                                                                                                                                                                                          Greater Boston

                                                                                                                                                                                          27 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                                                                                                          27 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                                          Dined on 30 January 2025

                                                                                                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                                          In all, a very nice evening made so by the delicious food and Jeff who was attentive and considerate, friendly and funny, and around when we needed him. The prices, true generally in restaurants these days, were 15% higher than is reasonable.

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                                                                                                                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                                                                                                                        Fresh Salt offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 388-1111.

                                                                                                                                                                                        Fresh Salt is rated 4.6 stars by 1517 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
                                                                                                                                                                                        19:00
                                                                                                                                                                                        Booked 14 times today

                                                                                                                                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                                                                                        Google Map for Fresh Salt

                                                                                                                                                                                        Two Bridge Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

                                                                                                                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                                                                                                                          Route 154
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                                                                                                                          Old Saybrook
                                                                                                                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                                                                                          Breakfast Mon, Fri, Sat 07:30–11:00 Sun 08:00–10:00 Brunch Sun 10:30–14:00 Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
                                                                                                                                                                                        • 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.
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