Primera clasificación Restaurantes y cafés en Essex

Located on the grounds of the Shops at Saybrook Country Barn, Aspen is one of the trendiest restaurants in the area. Serving lunch and dinner, Aspen is owned by the Coastal Gourmet catering group in Mystic and offers traditional New England dishes with a modern twist. During lunch, come in for a warm flatbread sandwich and hearty chowder or at dinnertime, try some pan-roasted foie gras or lobster mac and cheese.

Located in the Historic Waterfront District of Downtown New London, the Muddy River Cafe is a favorite local hangout for that caffeine pick-me-up. If you're not looking for that cup of coffee, try one of the delicious salads, sandwiches, pastries or soups. One of the best features of this little coffeehouse is the waterfront view of the Thames on the cafe's lovely terrace. When it's cold outside, saddle up to the fireplace with a good book and a warm drink.

American Beech Restaurant, situated on Main Street, offers modern American culinary delights in a chic setting. This restaurant features an outdoor bar fully stocked with local spirits and international pours. The floor-to-ceiling glass windows at the dining space lets in plenty of natural light and offers view of the outdoor patio to those dining inside. The coastal theme and decor of this restaurant is beautiful and adds to the overall ambiance. Relish a wide range of small and large plates, as well as, your favorite drink while at American Beech Restaurant without having to shell out too much.

Dine at the inn where British soldiers stayed during their occupation of the Shoreline in 1812 and soak in the quaint charm that cloaks the tasteful confines. The restaurant at The Griswold Inn, lovingly referred to by locals as "The Gris", serves traditional New England fare in a relaxed and lively setting that is favored by locals and tourists alike. Their seasonal menu takes advantage of fresh seafood, regional meats and produce whenever possible to ensure an authentic flavor for their dishes. Christmas is also an excellent time to visit, and you can bet on a quartet of carolers stopping at each table to sing your song of choice. On Sundays, come for their famous Hunt Breakfast, which offers a delectable variety of breakfast and lunch entrées in a buffet style. Every night of the week, there is live music in The Taproom, and guests can pick from a range of savory bites to accompany their choice of beer.

The Black Sheep in Niantic is one of the region's best authentic Irish pubs, serving up Irish cuisine and draft beers. The menu includes a variety of meals for any palate, from seafood to burgers. For draft beers, there's Guinness, Harp, Boddingtons, Old Speckled Hen and much more. One of the items that you must try is the Irish Chocolate Cake (cocoa and coffee sponge cake with sieved potato and topped with Bailey's ganache); why not have something unique? When it's time for Champions League and World Cup matches, The Black Sheep is your best bet for complete soccer coverage. On the premise is also the Prescription Room, an area dedicated to small, private parties.