Best Brunch Restaurants in Essex

8 restaurants available nearby

1. The Griswold Inn

4.5

Price: Expensive

• American • Essex

Booked 23 times today

The Griswold Inn is an inn and restaurant located in the historic seaport village of Essex. The Gris, as it is affectionately known, has been in continous operation since 1776.`Currently we are offering dine in, dine out, and Gris To Go! Inside, guests may enjoy dining in historic, art-filled rooms which exude character, charm and tradition. Seating for the alfresco experience is available on a first-come, first-served basis, with the exception of larger parties of 7 or more which may be made by calling 860.767.1776. The Inn boasts a wine list consistently recognized by Wine Spectator with the prestigious Award of Excellence; Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure have recently recognized the Inn's restaurant as "Connecticut's coziest" and it is included in Patricia Schulz's "1000 Places to See Before You Die". The Griswold Inn is also the recipient of Connecticut's Highest Award for Hospitality. The best of old and new meet here.

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2. Surfridge Brewing Company

4.8

Exceptional(40)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Centerbrook

Booked 1 time today

Wood fired Artisanal pizza and brewpub. Cold and hot share plates, Neapolitan Pies, and chef driven cuisine. House brewed beers, wines, mixology. Large patio, family and dog friendly.

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3. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge

4.6

Exceptional(867)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westbrook

Booked 4 times today

Located on the expansive grounds of the Water’s Edge Resort and Spa sits a beautiful restaurant with magnificent ocean views, Dattilo Fine Italian, the jewel of the Connecticut shoreline. The cuisine is fresh, creative and bold, with flavors reminiscent of old-world Italy. A rich authentic menu pairs with our extensive wine list features wines from across the globe. In addition to the seasonal menu Dattilo also offers nightly dining specials and themed dinners. Each Sunday we end the weekend with one of the finest Brunches in Connecticut featuring carving, pasta, crepe, and omelet stations. The brunch theme changes each week offering a new variety of fare to experience.

4. Penny Lane Pub

4.5

Awesome(327)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 3 times today

Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant is an English style pub located in Old Saybrook. The casual and friendly atmosphere on two stories offers plenty of options for diners. Whether you choose the entertaining and active downstairs or the quieter dining upstairs or even the patio when weather permits, the casual pub fare will win you over.Lunch choices at Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant include classic English pub favorites such as fish and chips, shepherd’s pie and a corned beef Reuben. Be sure to also visit Penny Lane Pub & Restaurant for live music on Friday nights. Heading to the Kate theater just walking distance down Main street? Make a reservation today!

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5. Little Pub- Old Saybrook

4.5

Awesome(130)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 1 time today

Great food, generous drinks, and a lively pub atmosphere you'll feel right at home in. A rustic neighborhood gathering place with a relentless focus on customer service, value, and fun.

6. Old Lyme Inn

4.5

Awesome(667)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old Lyme

Booked 3 times today

The Old Lyme Inn’s restaurant and bar offers guests contemporary New England Fare in a casual yet elegant atmosphere. Our chef embraces the changing seasons and bounty of the Connecticut River Valley to offer creative menus that change weekly. Since it's opening in April 2012, the restaurant has quickly become a celebrated meeting place for visitors and locals alike. The inn boasts three different dining rooms, a grand eight seat bar and a fireplace adorned library. The Side Door Jazz Club offers shows every Friday and Saturday night and has been recognized by 'Down Beat' magazine as one of the best jazz venues in the world.Whether you're joining us for our famous 'Jazzy' brunch, cozying up with a friend at our afternoon tea or enjoying an elegant dinner before a show at the Side Door; we can't wait to exceed your expectations.

7. Fresh Salt

4.6

Exceptional(1497)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Old Saybrook

Booked 18 times today

Fresh Salt is more than just a restaurant; it is a place to enjoy one another’s company and experience the breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound quietly intertwined with the Connecticut River. Utilizing the chef’s simple yet high quality approach, the fresh, seasonal local ingredients of Connecticut are transformed into beautifully inspired dishes. Our Local Food Commitment allows us to work with local farmers and artisans to ensure the quality of locally grown ingredients from the sea, land and soil. These fresh ingredients and vibrant tastes of Fresh Salt are available daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located right on the water means seriously fresh seafood and our menu definitely delivers. From the beloved Lobster Roll to the cherished Clam Chowder and so many more specialties, Fresh Salt dishes are guaranteed to please every palate. We offer indoor and outdoor dining, outdoor dining is based on a first come first serve basis, outdoor dining is non-reservable.

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8. Chamard Vineyards, Farm Winery Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2437)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Clinton

Booked 8 times today

Established in 1983, Chamard Vineyards, is one of the Connecticut Wine Trails founding fathers. Tucked between the Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River, Chamard enjoys a unique marine micro-climate ideal for growing European Vinifera vines such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Pinot Noir. To produce “French Inspired Wines from the Connecticut Shoreline” has been Chamards mission from the start. As a farm, Chamard honors agriculture by partnering with fellow growers and producers to pair food with wine in celebration of Connecticut’s local gastronomy.

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SusanVIP
Greater Boston •148 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful restaurant on the water. Decorated for Christmas. Food very good. Wait staff excellent. Highly recommend
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Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s EdgePrice: Expensive• Italian• Westbrook
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4.6
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Mary
Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The Griswold Inn is such a special place during the holidays. It was decorated beautifully, and the singers really made the evening very special. The service was excellent, and the food particularly good. I note that because the restaurant was definitely full, so clearly there was a lot going on in the kitchen. We come every year during the holidays, and will continue to follow this tradition. Of course we enjoy it at other times of the year as well. It is a great asset to our community.
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The Griswold InnPrice: Expensive• American• Essex
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4.5
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Meg
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Fantastic meal. Kayla was our waitress and she was so wonderful bubbly and attentive.
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Little Pub- Old SaybrookPrice: Moderate• American• Old Saybrook
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4.5
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Meridith
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Great place to eat before Essex Steam Train. Accommodating servers (we had many children). Good food/beer. We also were able to park at the brewery and leave our car there while taking the train. It was easy to get out following the train. Highly recommend!
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Surfridge Brewing CompanyPrice: Moderate• Pub• Centerbrook
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4.8
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CynthiaVIP
Philadelphia County •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 Dec 2024
Always a pleasure! Yummy choday & calamari. Thank you.
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Penny Lane PubPrice: Moderate• American• Old Saybrook
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4.5

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. The Griswold Inn

2. Surfridge Brewing Company

3. Dattilo Fine Italian at Water’s Edge

4. Penny Lane Pub

5. Little Pub- Old Saybrook

6. Old Lyme Inn

7. Fresh Salt

8. Chamard Vineyards, Farm Winery Bistro

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