Stonington Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Stonington

April 14, 2018 Emerita Lamoureux

The town of Stonington is located in New London County, Connecticut, United States, in the state's southeastern corner. It includes the borough of Stonington, the villages of Pawcatuck, Lords Point, Wequetequock, and the eastern halves of the villages of Mystic and Old Mystic (the other halves being in the town of Groton). The population of the town was 18,545 at the 2010 census.
Things to do in Stonington

1. Dog Watch Cafe

194 Water St, Dodson Boatyard, Stonington, CT 06378-1209 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi American, Bar, Seafood, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night SGD 13 - SGD 31 +1 860-415-4510
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 699 reviews

Dog Watch Cafe

Reviewed By janbK6058QR - Villanova, Pennsylvania

We decided to try this local spot off-season. It has “no reservation”
dining. It was happily crowded and lively - with friendly greetings and encouraging words to “get a drink and sit on the porch or wherever you like!” We chatted with other patrons and loved looking at the hallway nautical prints and artwork.

We received a text that our table was ready. Our waitress was polite, perky and efficient. Our lobster bisque arrived quickly and we enjoyed it as well as our choices for dinner: sea scallops and salmon entrees. Both were perfect in presentation and taste.
Our drinks were refilled - we had no room for dessert - but they looked yummy.

We are keeping our boat in this adjacent boatyard - so we will be back!

Do try this waterside watering hole- but don’t come if you are watching the clock- it is most enjoyable when you can take in the atmosphere and local friendly chatting that enhances your visit!

2. Mezza

45 Williams Ave, Rte. 1, Mystic, CT 06355-2918 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Delivery Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night SGD 7 - SGD 30 860~415~4656
Excellent
75%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 560 reviews

Mezza

Conveniently located less than a mile from downtown Mystic, this quaint Mediterranean Grill has charm and ambiance, outdoor seating, and on site parking. Authentic, fresh, home-style cooking & all natural ingredients.

Reviewed By Attabear - Cambridge

We had Mixed Mezza platter, veggie kibbeh and spinach pies - all very good. On prior occasions we have had the LaLa chicken, which is marinated for 2 days in buttermilk and also very good. The pickles and aioli sauce that come with are addictive. Friendly staff, nice cozy local restaurant. Worth the detour if you're driving by.

3. Sift Bake Shop

5 Water St, Mystic, CT 06355-2507 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards American, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 860-245-0541
Excellent
77%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 122 reviews

Sift Bake Shop

Sift Bake Shop is a French focussed bakery offering artisanal breads, breakfast pastries, savory items, and speciality pastries. Sift also offers catering opportunities, and a signature cake menu. All items are baked fresh daily, and from scratch in our exhibition kitchen.

Reviewed By simmonskjj

Girls weekend away We like to try out local places. This place was amazing! We had a hard time deciding, we wanted everything! Breakfast sandwiches were on buttery, flakey croissants with the freshest ingredients. Almond croissant was better than words can describe. We got cookies to take with us, peanut butter cookie was recommended and it didn't disappoint. Everyone who worked there was so helpful and friendly, especially Alana who was so patient with us having a hard time making choices and steered us to that peanut butter cookie.

4. Cooked Goose

92 Watch Hill Rd, Westerly, RI 02891-3563 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi American, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 401-348-9888
Excellent
69%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 411 reviews

Cooked Goose

Reviewed By Craig M - Charlestown, Rhode Island

I met a friend for breakfast at the Cooked Goose this week and had one of the best breakfast meals I have had in a long time. Delicious fresh food prepared beautifully!
We talked for two hours and were not rushed, the coffee kept coming and it was a very nice experience. The best eggs Benedict that I have ever had.

5. Dunkin' Donuts

42 Williams St, Stonington, CT 06378 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible American, Fast Food Breakfast +1 860-536-4851
Excellent
39%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
9%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 32 reviews

Reviewed By Kiwigirl839 - Kiwigirl839

Visited with my two small children. Asked to use the restroom and was informed I needed to buy something first. When I explained I did not want to bring my food in the restroom nor leave my children alone in the lobby with their food while I used the restroom the employee still refused to allow me access without a purchase. Clearly the management needs to rethink this policy. I left immediately to find another dunkin donuts a mile away that happily allowed us to use the restroom before making a $10 purchase. I live locally and will never visit this location again.

6. Noah's Restaurant

113 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378-1430 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Highchairs Available American, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +1 860-535-3925
Excellent
57%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 386 reviews

Noah's Restaurant

Reviewed By Ashlyn R - Glastonbury, Connecticut

An adorable little restaurant in the Stonington borough with great breakfast. We both got the blueberry pancakes and they were excellent! Not only were the virtually the size of hub caps, but they were fairly priced as well, a nice surprise. Will be back!

7. Frank's Gourmet Grille

56 Whitehall Ave, Mystic, CT 06355-1978 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Italian, American, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Drinks +1 860-415-4666
Excellent
72%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 289 reviews

Frank's Gourmet Grille

Cozy. American/Continental Cuisine. Elegance for the casual diner. Located in Mystic, Ct just off Interstate 95. Away from the downtown traffic and parking hassles.

Reviewed By gsn176 - Ledyard, Connecticut

We dined at Franks as we like the owner the atmosphere but more important the Food. The pistachio fried Goat cheese is to die for and the Scallop dishes were outstanding. We own a Lodging place in the Mystic area and try as many restaurants in order to feel comfortable in our recommendations to our guests and I must say to you the reader as well as any guests who stay with us, Franks is a sure and must try and will not disappoint the most savvy diner. The menu has it all and if your lucky and the Boss is there you’ll be greeted and asked how’d you enjoyed your meal. A proud owner and a culinary leader in our area. Thanks again for another delectable meal.

Scott & Jodie

8. Bleu Squid Breakfast and Bakery Cafe

27 Coogan Blvd, Olde Mistick Village, Mystic, CT 06355-1920 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Highchairs Available American, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch SGD 5 - SGD 25 +1 860-536-6343
Excellent
60%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 278 reviews

Bleu Squid Breakfast and Bakery Cafe

Reviewed By dillee141 - Charlestown, Rhode Island

Was here for lunch, tried a special that was a salad with pumpkin and goat cheese near Halloween, it was so good I returned alone the following week for another equally good salad. Had a cupcake from bakery as well on one visit, and it too was delicious. I have dinned here in their old location and had some of their wonderful grilled cheese sandwiches, new location is much larger, hence more comfortable place to dine, but seems like it is open shorter hours.

9. Lis Bake Shop

15 Holmes St, Mystic, CT 06355-2659 Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating American Breakfast +1 860-536-9090
Excellent
73%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 138 reviews

Lis Bake Shop

Reviewed By Mary H - New Canaan, Connecticut

Friendly and helpful staff. Like their cookies and cupcakes. In a central location near the drawbridge on the Stonington side of Mystic.

10. Stonington Pizza Palace

530 Stonington Rd Ste 100, Stonington, CT 06378-2942 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol Italian, Pizza, American, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner SGD 8 - SGD 26 +1 860-535-0886
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 103 reviews

Stonington Pizza Palace

Dine-in and takeout service since 1986 offering pizza, pasta, grinders, salads, fresh seafood, Greek food, gyros as well as beer and wine.

Reviewed By lorac112237

We've enjoyed every meal we've had at Stonington Pizza where we've been going for years. Last night's was the best ever! One of the specials was a flounder dish and it was absolutely delicious! The lovely waitress spoke about the new chef, Steven, and his creations. In my case it was the flounder on beautifully flavored rice with vegetables from the farmer's market surrounding it. I wish I'd taken notes so I could be more specific about how it was created but I just know I will have it every time it is on the menu from now on!

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