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Old Lyme Inn, Old Lyme, CT

Old Lyme Inn

4.5
4.5
663 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
A photo of Old Lyme Inn restaurant

Old Lyme Inn

4.5
$31 to $50
American
Old Lyme

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pub, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 434-2600
  • Website
    http://www.oldlymeinn.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sichanh Patana
  • Private party facilities
    The Peterson room is the ideal size for an intimate party for 18 guests. Our more formal, larger main dining room will accommodate up to 70 guests.During good weather our patio has served as a wonderful pre-dinner cocktail site.
  • Location
    85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371
  • Area
    Old Lyme
  • Cross Street
    Boston Post Rd.
  • Parking details
    Large open parking lot on property.
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment on selected evenings in the lobby or when whether permitting our patio.Visit theSideDoor, a premier jazz club featuring world renowned jazz artist as well has local jazz artists. Selected by Connecticut Magazine for 2014 as Best Live Jazz in Connecticut. Please visit our website for upcoming shows.
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • Holiday Afternoon Tea

    US$25.00 - US$45.00 per person

    7 Dec 2024 - 28 Dec 2024
    Relax and depart from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season...We invite you to stay a while over a cup of Holiday Tea in our festively decorated inn. Our historic dining rooms are beautifully decorated for the holidays, complete with three fireplaces, swagged mantles and Christmas trees. Indulge in mini beef wellington, turkey-cranberry and cucumber sandwiches; on the savory side. Save room for our cranberry-white chocolate scones, mini eggnog creme brulee, red velvet cupcakes, peppermint-dark chocolate bark and French macarons. We'll be steeping Harney and Son's famous 'Holiday Tea', peppermint and winter white. Perhaps a poinsettia prosecco cocktail? Little Elves' will enjoy hot cocoa with marshmallows and their own special menu.
    Holiday Afternoon Tea photo

  • New Year's Eve

    US$105.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year with us at the Old Lyme Inn! Our chef has created a beautiful, four course prix fixe menu that is suiting of the occasion. Our menu includes classics like lobster bisque and his famous oyster's Rockefeller as well as filet mignon, seared duck breast and an espresso martini panna cotta. Upon arrival you'll be greeted with a glass of prosecco to start the merriment and presented with our specialty cocktail and wine list. Reservations are required and please check out the Side Door for performance times that evening.
    New Year's Eve photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 663 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New London

    Best Service

  • New London

    Best Ambience

  • New London

    Best Value

  • New London

    Great for brunch

  • New London

    Innovative

  • New London

    Hot spot

  • New London

    Great for fine wines

  • New London

    Romantic

  • New London

    Good for special occasions

  • New London

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Lyme Inn offers a charming New England dining experience with "excellent service" and a delightful atmosphere. Guests enjoy exceptional jazz performances, especially during the "amazing" Sunday brunch. The diverse menu covers everything from afternoon tea to elegant dinners, with highlights like "delicious food" and attentive staff. Perfect for any occasion.

663 Reviews

  1. J

    New York City

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Attended the Holiday Tea; my friend and i thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and food. Great girls day out before he holiday.

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  2. John

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent staff, service and food. Excellent holiday tea

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  3. Susan

    New York City

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful cozy inn! Staff was super friendly. We had the stuffed mushrooms, New England clam chowder, Mediterranean cod special and a Caesar salad with steak topper. Finished with coffee and flourless chocolate cake. Will definitely return.

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  4. Anna

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleased with our whole dinning and overnight accommodations. Including the Baxk Door Jazz . Excellent service !

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  5. Peter

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great except for bar service - which was extremely slow and drinks were not at the level they should have been. It took 15 minutes to get a cocktail and it room 12 mins to get a Diet Coke from the bar. Outside of this, great place.

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  6. C .

    Connecticut

    109 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic happy hour cocktails and beer choices! Best hamburger on the shoreline! Stuffed mushrooms are pretty awesome too! Look forward to returning soon!

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  7. Erica

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall the Tea with Santa was a fun experience but value for the cost was a little high.

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  8. Michael

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pleasant experience. The hosts were welcoming. The food was decent. Nice ambience , with everyone having a nice Thanksgiving time.

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  9. Ed

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner with excellent service. Being seated in front of the fireplace was a nice surprise.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Eva

    New York City

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For a thanksgiving meal the food was awesome!! Only complaint the mashed potatoes needed a smidge of flavor. More butter or garlic. They had a man playing the piano and there was a bass cello as well. Very classy will definitely come back.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Old Lyme Inn is rated 4.5 stars by 663 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Old Lyme Inn restaurant

Old Lyme Inn

4.5
$31 to $50
American
Old Lyme

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Old Lyme Inn

85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Boston Post Rd.
  • Area
    Old Lyme
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pub, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Large open parking lot on property.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sichanh Patana
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment on selected evenings in the lobby or when whether permitting our patio.Visit theSideDoor, a premier jazz club featuring world renowned jazz artist as well has local jazz artists. Selected by Connecticut Magazine for 2014 as Best Live Jazz in Connecticut. Please visit our website for upcoming shows.
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.oldlymeinn.com/
  • Phone number
    (860) 434-2600
  • Private party facilities
    The Peterson room is the ideal size for an intimate party for 18 guests. Our more formal, larger main dining room will accommodate up to 70 guests.During good weather our patio has served as a wonderful pre-dinner cocktail site.
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