Where is the best lobster roll in Mystic, CT?

S&P Oyster Company on Holmes Street tops our Mystic lobster roll list, with Abbott's Lobster in the Rough in nearby Noank a perennial close second for the classic BYOB shack experience.

What's the best clam chowder in Mystic?

Ford's Lobsters in Noank and S&P Oyster in downtown Mystic anchor our New England clam chowder rankings — both serve a creamy, potato-forward Connecticut style with fresh local clams.

Where can I eat oysters in Mystic, CT?

Oyster Club on Water Street has Mystic's most ambitious raw bar, sourcing local Mystic, Stonington and Noank oysters daily. S&P Oyster Bar is the casual waterfront alternative.

Are there waterfront seafood restaurants in Mystic?

Yes — S&P Oyster Company sits on the drawbridge with full Mystic River views, Abbott's and Ford's are right on the Noank harbor, and Red 36 offers a riverfront patio in season.

Do Mystic seafood restaurants take reservations?

S&P Oyster, Oyster Club and The Fisherman accept reservations via OpenTable or Resy. Abbott's Lobster in the Rough and Ford's Lobsters are first-come, first-served walk-up shacks.

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#1 · Best of Mystic

S&P Oyster Company

4.9

Local Guide Verdict
Best lobster rolls in town with unbeatable harbor views right on the drawbridge.

1 Holmes St, MysticLobster RollWaterfrontRaw Bar

#2 · Best of Mystic

Abbott's Lobster in the Rough

4.8

Local Guide Verdict
Classic New England lobster shack on the waterfront. BYOB and unforgettable.

117 Pearl St, NoankLobsterCasualBYOB

Walk-in only · No reservations

#3 · Best of Mystic

Ford's Lobsters

4.7

Local Guide Verdict
No-frills lobster shack with the freshest catch and stunning harbor views.

15 Riverview Ave, NoankClam ChowderCasual

Walk-in only · No reservations

#4 · Best of Mystic

Oyster Club

4.8

Local Guide Verdict
Elegant raw bar with locally sourced oysters and creative seafood dishes.

13 Water St, MysticRaw BarUpscale

#5 · Best of Mystic

The Fisherman Restaurant

4.5

Local Guide Verdict
Family-owned seafood restaurant with generous portions and classic preparations.

937 Gold Star Hwy, GrotonClassicFamily

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