Dutch Bell Guidebook
Food scene
Local sports bar recently renovated with large screens for all sports and special events. Good choice for picky eaters as they offer everything from fish & chips to burgers & sandwiches.
17 locals recommend
Friar Tuck's Tavern
12 Water StLocal sports bar recently renovated with large screens for all sports and special events. Good choice for picky eaters as they offer everything from fish & chips to burgers & sandwiches.
One of Connecticut most highly rated restaurants. Also offer alfresco dining
80 locals recommend
Oyster Club
13 Water StOne of Connecticut most highly rated restaurants. Also offer alfresco dining
An original , one of the more authentic Mexican restaurants in town. Directly across the street!
13 locals recommend
Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
12 Water StAn original , one of the more authentic Mexican restaurants in town. Directly across the street!
To some locals, this is the finest restaurant in Mystic. I’ve never had a bad meal there and for finer dining it can’t be beat.
31 locals recommend
The Shipwright's Daughter
20 E Main StTo some locals, this is the finest restaurant in Mystic. I’ve never had a bad meal there and for finer dining it can’t be beat.
Just over the bridge, Bravo Bravo will never disappoint. Italian mostly but great american food as well.
67 locals recommend
Bravo Bravo
19 E Main StJust over the bridge, Bravo Bravo will never disappoint. Italian mostly but great american food as well.
Spectacular waterfront dining and bar scene. During summer months- get there early!
106 locals recommend
Red 36
2 Washington StSpectacular waterfront dining and bar scene. During summer months- get there early!
A short drive from downtown Mystic, this local favorite is perfect for the entire family, offering on site or to go crustaceans widely recognized as the best around.
51 locals recommend
Abbott's Lobster In the Rough
117 Pearl StA short drive from downtown Mystic, this local favorite is perfect for the entire family, offering on site or to go crustaceans widely recognized as the best around.
S&P Oyster Restaurant and Bar
1 Holmes StDon’t miss this classic Inn- especially in the cooler months where there is always a warm fire and terrific fare to go with the historic charm.
76 locals recommend
Captain Daniel Packer Inne
32 Water StDon’t miss this classic Inn- especially in the cooler months where there is always a warm fire and terrific fare to go with the historic charm.
Port of call
15 Water StreetOn Esquires list of "Best Bars in America, 2022"
Our favorite breakfast
Steps down the street from the Dutch Bell, Rise is the perfect place to start your day! Locally sourced and wonderfully prepared breakfast and lunch. Featured in Condé Nast Magazine.
Rise
10 Water StOne of the most highly rated bakeries in all the land! Sift is one of those DO NOT MISS type of restaurants- from egg sandwiches to freshly made macaroons, it will not disappoint. Open for breakfast lunch and light dinners on the upper patio.
106 locals recommend
Sift Bake Shop Mystic
5 Water StOne of the most highly rated bakeries in all the land! Sift is one of those DO NOT MISS type of restaurants- from egg sandwiches to freshly made macaroons, it will not disappoint. Open for breakfast lunch and light dinners on the upper patio.
Great place for egg sandwiches and fresh baked scones, muffins and croissants
19 locals recommend
Li's Bake Shop
15 Holmes StGreat place for egg sandwiches and fresh baked scones, muffins and croissants
Lobster & Seafood
We get so many requests for the best place for lobster, lobster rolls and seafood we decided to put our favorites and know you won’t be disappointed with any of them!
Ford's Lobsters
15 Riverview AveThe Mariner
21 W Main StSeaWell Seafood
4 High StreetWant to grab your own fresh lobster or fish for the grill? Look no further !
Looking for an old time classic with everything from burgers to fried shrimp? Look no further for this family friendly, waterfront standby with picnic tables and views of the beautiful harbor.
9 locals recommend
Sea View Snack Bar
145 Greenmanville AvenueLooking for an old time classic with everything from burgers to fried shrimp? Look no further for this family friendly, waterfront standby with picnic tables and views of the beautiful harbor.
The famous Abbott's in the Rough has recently opened a few steps from us at the end of Water Street! Simply the best!
Abbott's Outpost
The famous Abbott's in the Rough has recently opened a few steps from us at the end of Water Street! Simply the best!
Historic Mystic
Some of our favorite things to do and see in the Mystic area.
Mystic Aquarium
Mystic Seaport Museum
75 Greenmanville AveMystic Museum of Art
9 Water StOlde Mistick Village
27 Coogan BlvdClyde's Cider Mill (seasonal) opens sept. 1st
129 N Stonington RdStonington Lighthouse Museum
7 Water StSightseeing
Argia Mystic Cruises
12 Steamboat WharfDenison Pequotsepos Nature Center
109 Pequotsepos RdActivities
Mystic Boat Adventures, LLC
145 Pearl StFields Of Fire Adventure Park
715 Noank Ledyard RdMystified Escape Rooms
14 Clara DrCasinos and Entertainment
Foxwoods Resort Casino
350 Trolley Line BlvdMohegan Sun
1 Mohegan Sun Blvd