Charlene's Guidebook
Food scene
Great Bistro with beautiful setting
peaceful romantic atmosphere
63 locals recommend
Chamard Vineyards Bistro
115 Cow Hill RdGreat Bistro with beautiful setting
peaceful romantic atmosphere
Ashlawn Farm Coffee
455 Boston Post RdGourmet coffee and homemade pastry
Great Smoked burgers and fun appetizers , great drinks , inside and outside seating. In walking distance.
8 locals recommend
Chow Food and Beverage Company
36 Killingworth TurnpikeGreat Smoked burgers and fun appetizers , great drinks , inside and outside seating. In walking distance.
The BEST Hot Lobster Rolls made fresh with butter. Great view with outside seating along the river located at the end of Commerce Street in Clinton
39 locals recommend
Lobster Landing
152 Commerce StThe BEST Hot Lobster Rolls made fresh with butter. Great view with outside seating along the river located at the end of Commerce Street in Clinton
Located in Clinton on Riverside Drive.
Awesome food , fantastic views
great staff, cool breezy shaded outside seating in the bar.
Home made ice cream ENJOY!
22 locals recommend
Rocky's Aqua
34 Riverside DrLocated in Clinton on Riverside Drive.
Awesome food , fantastic views
great staff, cool breezy shaded outside seating in the bar.
Home made ice cream ENJOY!
Awesome burgers and appetizers
great pub atmosphere, friendly staff . Beautiful outdoor seating as well.
13 locals recommend
Little Pub Old Saybrook
1231 Boston Post RdAwesome burgers and appetizers
great pub atmosphere, friendly staff . Beautiful outdoor seating as well.
Great French Bistro with unique atmosphere , spectacular food.
Located on Scotland Avenue off Route 1 in Madison
26 locals recommend
Bar Bouchée
8 Scotland AveGreat French Bistro with unique atmosphere , spectacular food.
Located on Scotland Avenue off Route 1 in Madison
Cohen's Bagel Company
1347 Boston Post RdBeach Donut Shop
344 E Main StDonuts made fresh,
Breakfast sandwiches
And fresh made Pastry
Lenny & Joe's Fish Tale
86 Boston Post RdCristy's Restaurant
1261 Boston Post RdTry there raspberry crunch pancakes
And tasty omelets!
Turtle Cafe
4 Westbrook PlLocated on Route 1. Outdoor and indoor seating. Online ordering . The best Clams and Fish Tacos
7 locals recommend
Clam Castle
1324 Boston Post RdLocated on Route 1. Outdoor and indoor seating. Online ordering . The best Clams and Fish Tacos
Neighborhoods
Beautiful Scenic Coastal town in quiet community. Great for relaxing and known for its variety of seafood and original restaurants.
Find a treasure at anyone of the fabulous antique stores along Route 1 . Great fishing, Kayaking or just exploring our beaches.
6 locals recommend
Clinton
Beautiful Scenic Coastal town in quiet community. Great for relaxing and known for its variety of seafood and original restaurants.
Find a treasure at anyone of the fabulous antique stores along Route 1 . Great fishing, Kayaking or just exploring our beaches.
Sightseeing
Take a scenic train ride from Essex to historical Deep River Landing , jump on the Becky Thatcher River boat for a beautiful river cruise dinner. Take a rail ride to Chester or Old Saybrook from the historical Essex Steam Train station.
60 locals recommend
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
1 Railroad AveTake a scenic train ride from Essex to historical Deep River Landing , jump on the Becky Thatcher River boat for a beautiful river cruise dinner. Take a rail ride to Chester or Old Saybrook from the historical Essex Steam Train station.
Rent a kayak or paddle board
from Indian River Rentals on Commerce Street, Clinton.
15 locals recommend
Indian River Marina
58 Commerce StRent a kayak or paddle board
from Indian River Rentals on Commerce Street, Clinton.
Play miniature golf and enjoy the scenic Connecticut River views in Old Saybrook
19 locals recommend
Mini-Golf at Saybrook Point
154 College StPlay miniature golf and enjoy the scenic Connecticut River views in Old Saybrook
Enjoy historical downtown Essex Connecticut. Stop in at the Connecticut River Museum to enjoy some of the oldest boating history.
38 locals recommend
Connecticut River Museum
67 Main StEnjoy historical downtown Essex Connecticut. Stop in at the Connecticut River Museum to enjoy some of the oldest boating history.
Great state park! Awesome new pavilions and great swimming. Enjoy a cook out and scenic bike ride or walk on paved walking trail or the green trail.
173 locals recommend
Hammonasset Beach State Park
1288 Boston Post RdGreat state park! Awesome new pavilions and great swimming. Enjoy a cook out and scenic bike ride or walk on paved walking trail or the green trail.
Mystic Seaport Museum
75 Greenmanville AveCity advice
Ways to save
Save at the Clinton Crossing Outlets
Don’t miss Food truck Fridays
Don't miss
Fishing
Visit Charter Boats at Cedar Island Marina
Don't miss
Beautiful Fall Foliage
Visit Ct River Valley , Mystic , Long Island Sound Colors