Connecticut

Abigail’s Grille and Wine Bar (CT)

Nestled at the foot of Talcott Mountain and at the intersection of Rt. 202 and 185 Abigail’s Grille and Wine Bar was the perfect location for a seafood lunch in late February. Continue Reading.

The Treehouse (CT)

The Tree House (Photo via oysterclubct.com)

Climb the outdoor stairs next to the Oyster Club restaurant ( both establishments have the same owner) and step into a magical terraced seating area nestled in the treetops. Continue Reading

Dog Watch Cafe (CT)

Seafood Fra Diavolo

The early November wind was whipping, some sleet had fallen earlier in the day but that wasn’t going to stop us from making the trip down to the Dog Watch Cafe in Stonington, Connecticut. Situated at Dodson’s Boatyard the Dog Watch Cafe offered our party a delicious meal in a cozy environment. Continue Reading

Red 36 (CT)

Seafood Paella

Located along the Mystic River, a short drive or walk from the Mystic River Bridge, Red 36 provides diners with a casual and relaxed experience that is perfect for all ages. Continue Reading

Liv’s Shack “Lobster Rolls And More” (CT)

Liv’s Lobster Roll

Best known for their hot buttered lobster rolls, located in beautiful Old Saybrook, Connecticut on Harbor One Marina along the Connecticut River, Liv’s Shack “Lobster Rolls and More” provided the ideal setting for lunch on a summer afternoon. Continue Reading

Deepwater Seafood (CT)

A few of the choices at Deepwater

The Farmington Valley’s own freshest seafood spot is perfect for a quick sit-down or take-away lunch during a busy work day. Continue Reading

Lenny and Joe’s Fish Tale (CT)

Lobster from Lenny and Joe’s

In the state of Connecticut there aren’t many more iconic seafood restaurants than Lenny and Joe’s Fish Tale. With three locations (plus a roving food truck) to choose from most Connecticut residents aren’t far from the wide-ranging menu of fresh seafood and friendly service. Continue Reading

Lobster Landing (CT)

Lobster Landing is simple and delicious and just maybe the best lobster roll ever. Located on the Clinton, CT shoreline where Commerce Street runs out of pavement, Lobster Landing is the perfect place to enjoy the summer sunshine. Continue Reading

Sea Swirl (CT)

Sea Swirl is an iconic seafood shack located right on the Pequotsepos River in Mystic, CT that is separated from the busy and touristy part of the town. It is an old Carvel ice cream parlor converted to a seafood shack that caters to mostly locals and brave visitors that venture away from the drawbridge in the historic part of the town. Continue Reading

J’s Crab Shack (CT)

At J’s Crab Shack the Connecticut seashore comes to Park Street in Hartford. When you first arrive at J’s just a mile or so off of I-84 near the corner of Prospect Ave and Park Street you aren’t really sure what to expect. Continue Reading