RESTAURANTS
The best places to eat in Westbrook, Connecticut
Discover some of the locals' favorite dining in Westbrook
The Connecticut Shoreline offers some of the best restaurants in the State. Whether you'd like a waterfront view, a casual "come as you are" vibe, or if you're celebrating a special occasion, you can find the perfect dining spot here.
Wineries and Brewpubs are always fun and we have great local picks for you to try. Live Music is played at many restaurants year round.
Find our favorite choices listed below ,all within a short walk or drive from
The Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast.

Casual Outdoor Dining
BILL'S SEAFOOD
Bill's Seafood, located on the edge of the Patchogue River, is well known in the Westbrook area for it's fresh seafood, nautical atmosphere, and great live music and events. Check with Bill's for the current live-entertainment bookings.
Seafood
LENNY & JOE'S FISH TALE
Lenny & Joe's provides a welcoming atmosphere and serves the freshest high quality seafood. Enjoy the outdoor ice cream stand with a variety of flavors.

Brewery
COASTLINE BREWING
Westbrook’s first brewery and a local hot spot for craft beer and delicious oven-brick pizza. Owned and operated by lifetime Connecticut residents. Offering weekly trivia nights and live music. Check out Coastline Brewing’s open patio on a warm day.
Upscale Dining
CAFE ROUTIER
Whether you’re looking for a friendly atmosphere to dine with family or for a romantic evening, Café Routier is your destination.

Italian
ALFORNO
This family-friendly restaurant in Old Saybrook, Alforno, is known for its signature sauces, home-baked bread, classic Italian pasta, and brick-oven pizza. It offers a reasonably priced wine selection and great service. We hear the tagliatelle bolognese is amazing.

Upscale Dining
NANCY'S ROSEMARY & SAGE
Nancy’s Rosemary & Sage bistro and bar serves an incredible Lobster Madera. With a quaint atmosphere and attention to detail, fresh ingredients and Connecticut inspiration create the new American cuisine.

Waterfront
ROCKY'S AQUA
Enjoy the great American menu at Rocky's Aqua with a variety of soups, salads, tacos, and so much more. Take your food to the outdoor dining area or have a drink at the outside bar.

Mexican
THE CUCKOOS NEST
A fun environment serving authentic Mexican and Cajun cuisine. Cuckoo’s Nest offers an outdoor patio and a nice menu selection of entrees and drinks.

Seafood
WESTBROOK LOBSTER
Who doesn't love fresh lobster and seafood? Westbrook Lobster is a cute, casual eatery with nice cocktails.

Italian
SAMMYS RESTAURANT
Sammy’s Italian dishes are not only great Italian dishes but burgers too! It offers a nice variety of Italian and pub-style food. The lounge is a must-visit for an adult beverage.
Pizza
WESTBROOK PIZZA
We serve Greek style pizza, great grinders, salads and pasta dishes for decades. Customers favorites include our signature “House Special” pizza with four meats and three veggies and the popular white “Margarita Pizza”.

Subs
HARTFORD GRINDER
The BEST subs are served here. Hands down, you will not find a better sub than Hartford Grinder. They do not take reservations and offer outdoor seating on warm days.

Mexican
TAQUERIA 5
Taqueria 5 is Mexican cuisine serving both lunch and dinner and offers take-out. Best known for its street tacos and is walkable from Westbrook Inn Bed and Breakfast.
Italian
LUIGI'S RESTAURANT
Since 1956, the Luigi DiBella family has been serving the best in wholesome, home-cooked Italian and American foods.
Burger
HAYWIRE BURGER BAR
Family owned, local Burger Bar, serving hand formed, 100% Black Angus Beef artisanal burgers. Haywire has an extensive burger menu as well as many other choices. If you're looking for a great burger, don't pass this one up!

Pub
SCOTCH PLAIN TAVERN
Scotch Plain Tavern serves sandwiches, burgers, ribs, roasted salmon and more. With a Vegetarian section on the menu consisting of Chopped Black Bean Burger Wrap and Falafel Pita.

Casual Outdoor Dining
EDD'S PLACE
Edd’s Place is perfect for catching a Westbrook Sunset. The casual vibe is perfect for a chill night, located right on the water and within walking distance from Westbrook Inn. Enjoy lobster rolls, lobster bisque, and more!

Pub
THE LITTLE PUB
The Little Pub strives to create a lovely pub atmosphere, where you can relax and enjoy great food and great drinks. Live music is provided on a regular basis. Call ahead for information on who's playing.

Lobster Rolls
LOBSTER LANDING
Lobster Landing ranges from beer and wine to side dishes and desserts. Enjoy freshly prepared lobster buttered on a roll with the added option of sausage, peppers, and onions.

Upscale Dining | Waterfront
FRESH SALT
Delicious upscale dining on the waterfront where the Connecticut River meets the saltwater of Long Island Sound. The ambiance is lovely, and the Chef works with local growers and fishermen to source fresh ingredients.

Upscale Italian
LA MAREA
Serving regional Italian homemade pasta, this upscale restaurant offers a classy but casual dining experience.

Upscale Dining
ASPEN RESTAURANT
A classic dining room experience in Old Saybrook, Aspen serves good food and cocktails.

Brewery
TAPVILLE SOCIAL
A perfect happy hour spot with great cocktails, Trapville Social is a fun spot to pour your own craft beer while you shop at Westbrook Outlets. Serves pub food at the bar.

Brewery
SURFRIDGE BREWING COMPANY
Surfridge East is a taproom and eatery nestled in the beautiful Witch Hazel Works property in Centerbrook, Connecticut. With a 10-barrel copper and brass system and a natural, airy vibe, the space reflects the connection between timeless New England sophistication with California roots.
Pizza
GRAND APIZZA
Grand Apizza, a delicious pizza place of three generations, serves pizzas with a variety of toppings and has an added selection of salads. Serving from three locations.

Upscale Dining
LIVS OYSTER BAR
Creative simple, focused dishes with an emphasis on local ingredients, and the stunning seafood that the area provides. The menu at Liv’s changes with the seasons, bringing guests a true taste of the pristine environment.
Dining
NATAZ
Nataz is about Food; serving you a lot of fresh, excellent and top-grade food, prepared by hand from scratch with the cleanest and most professional presentation possible. Everything is served with a smile. We are about giving you what you want, when you want it, no matter what.

Mediterranean
BISTRO MEDITERRANEAN TAPAS AND BAR
The Bistro Mediterranean and Tapas Bar of CT has a simple philosophy to provide an exceptional meal with superior service.

Italian
745 OSTERIA
745 Osteria’s welcoming ambiance offers a variety of fresh foods from small plates and salads to salmon dinners, pasta, and certified Neapolitan pizza.

Pub
PENNY LANE PUB
Penny Lane Pub offers casual pub fare, creative specials, prix fixe dinners, and a world-class beer and wine list in a friendly neighborhood atmosphere.

Wine Bar
SIP WINE BAR
The Shoreline's only true wine bar, Sip allow guests to try high-quality wines from all around the world. Wine tastings are available along with charcuterie.

Wine Bar | Dining
CHARMED VINEYARDS AND BISTRO
Our French inspired intimate bistro thrives on a farm to table mentality while offering a memorable locally sourced fresh and seasonal menu.

Upscale Dining
THE BRUSHMILL BY THE WATERFALL
Brushmill by the Waterfall is a family restaurant located in Chester, CT that offers a unique fine dining experience. Newly renovated, The Charming decor is the perfect space for a private dining event or if you are simply looking for a relaxing night of fine dining
Seasonal

Waterfront dining
BACARI SOCIAL
Located in Westbrook’s Safe Harbor Pilot’s Point Marina, Bacari Social is all about fine cocktails and upscale Italian. Bonus, it is within walking distance from Westbrook Inn.

Beachfront casual
HOG WILD AT THE BEACH
Seasonal smoke shack on the beach serving up the best BBQ in town. Within walking distance of Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast.

Waterfront casual
SHANKS WATERFRONT DINING
Picnic-style eatery on the waterfront in Clinton.

Waterfront
ROCKY'S AQUA
Enjoy the great American menu at Rocky's Aqua with a variety of soups, salads, tacos, and so much more. Take your food to the outdoor dining area or have a drink at the outside bar.