April 22, 2026, Always a nice place for a short walk, light lunch, and some great summer scenery on Long Island Sound in Bridgeport, CT. In the Spring/Summer, Fall/Winter, the Sunshine feels great. Bridgeport is a nice place to go for a day or weekend trip. It is getting better every day, but it has the same challenges as any mid-sized city in the USA. Lots to see and do in the Greater Bridgeport, CT area. Let's meet and greet at the Cove! read more

4 for atmosphere/drinks 3 for food I really like this spot. Great bands. Relaxing setting on the water. Drinks are good. Music is good. There's room for improvement with the food. Chowder is great. Cheeseburger was overcooked like a hockey puck. Salad is so pricey for very dry processed chicken on it. read more

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This was a better day to visit! My wings were perfect. The bar was popping and my drinks were good. read more

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The food was good. We had fish tacos and fried shrimp. The ambiance was very relaxing and delightful.

I'm 75 years old,haven't been to the cove in awhile,nice day ,hot ,not a big crowd,sat at a table with an umbrella,lit a cigar as I have done many times in the past,I was told immediately to leave,I understand many people aren't crazy about smoking or cigars,it is something I do about once a month in the summer,I didn't see or notice any signs about smoking, needless to say I won't be troubling them with my presence again read more

Yesterday-Friday; I had Brought My Relatives around 5:00 PM and We Ordered the "Fish" Tacos -Two Orders PLUS the Fish N' Chips?? And after 15-20 minutes, ALL OF US GOT "Stomach-SICK!" We had to Rush to the Bathroom on Premises! We were Very Surprised because Tacos have a New Promo' Every Tuesday and Clam Chowders We had Ordered, too; We all NEVER got Food Poisoning/Stomach-SICK!!! from CC' Seaport abd Very Disappointed this happened! All Of Us thought they used the Freshest Ingredients WHILST Preparing/Prepping the Meals!!! read more

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The food was okay, service was nice. It was not that bad. Over all everything was good

Excellent hidden gem in Bridgeport! Waterfront dining for the whole family: the lower level is fast counter service with an array of fried foods, fresh fish, a kid's playspace and a bar; the top deck is table side service and a full menu. They often have live music, always have a gorgeous sunset view, and it's my favorite pit stop on my drive back north to Boston. Pro tip: swing by the ice cream shack just a bit farther down the pier for an amazing blackberry icecream! read more

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5 stars for the beautiful view and outdoor seating. Good vibes. 3 for food. My lobster roll was 42 dollars and just okay. I know places close by with better lobster rolls for less $. read more

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"Everybody, listen to me And return me my ship I'm your captain, I'm your captain" (Grand Funk Railroad) We had zero issues with our lunch at Captain's Cove. Everything was fine- from the service to the food, to the wonderful view and ambience from the picnic tables and waterfront patio where we ate. Hats off to the engaging woman that took our order. I'd love to give her a shout out by name, but our receipt only identified her as "Server 2 Counter 2". She was helpful, very funny, and did us a solid by identifying the day's Senior lunch specials. We ordered lunch at the counter and went with two of the $9.99 Senior Specials, a Fish Fry with fried fish filet, fries, slaw, tartar sauce and a lemon slice. I went with a $21.99 Calamari Platter with a big portion of calamari, fries, slaw, marinara sauce and lemon slices. My calamari was very good - hot and tender and not rubbery or chewy at all. The marinara sauce was a nice touch to the platter. All of us were very impressed with the quality of the fries, they were dusted with something on the outsides which made them extra crunchy. Really, they were excellent. After lunch, we took a stroll down the boardwalk and checked out the small shops along the waterfront. Most of them were closed, but in season they would be a cool way to spend some time and pick up a few doo dads. All in all, we were mega impressed with the Captain's Cove complex. read more

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My wife and I stopped in for a quick bite to eat on our way home from work, it turned into $120.00, for a hamburger platter and fried shrimp platter and 3 drinks that was the size of a "Happy Meal" it was awful, Then they have a bar upstairs, which I tried to go take a look at and take some photos with me and my wife and there were two security guards going through everybody's pocketbooks and checking IDs. I mean really this is not something I want to do at a family restaurant. Very uncomfortable! Oh and then when we were ordering drinks, the waitress chose her own tip, when I changed it to a different amount she changed it back to what she wanted, As we were leaving and walking to the parking lot yet, another security guard questioned the drink that we had in our hand and said, there's no alcohol in the parking lot. My wife had a virgin pina colada in a cup with ice and the guy had to go smell it for alcohol. WTF?? Never again! read more

Ended up here for a lovely Wednesday afternoon at the end of the summer. There are plenty of picnic tables and benches to sit at. Most have umbrellas to protect from the sun as well as the seagulls. There are lots of birds that get all up in your business so be prepared for that. I grew up in CT but have moved away so scoring a good basket of Fried Clam strips was number 1 on my things to do list and I wasn't disappointed! Service was fast and pleasant. The strips were plentiful and the fries were tasty. They didn't have Heinz ketchup but the fries were so yummy I didn't need ketchup anyways. The tarter sauce was fresh and just perfect. It's not cheap but the food and atmosphere are definitely worth the price of admission! read more

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Nice spot to spend the afternoon with a sea breeze while enjoying some decent seafood fare. With the little shops along the marina being closed in Mondays & Tuesdays, the restaurant wasn't busy at all for a late lunch when we visited, but I assume weekends are quite busy. Service at the counter was quick & friendly and they even had someone walking around the deck to very politely remove plates & trays. read more

I tried captains cove from word of mouth and it was alright. I mean apparently it might of been better few years ago from what I was told but I wouldn't really know being it was my first time. I got a huge plate of fried seafood. And it was pretty good. I mean not the best in my opinion but not bad either. I tried some shrimp from my girlsfriends sister but it tasted more frozen. I Didnt really like it much. The restaurant has nice decor really does look like it has alot of potential. I would come back and try something else and see if anything here tickles my fancy. Perhaps some lobsters. read more

Captain's Cove Seaport - Bars Near Me - Bridgeport, Connecticut

Like most everything nowadays, Captain's Cove Seaport in Bridgeport has changed quite a bit. The crowds were much thinner today and there was no live music. However, we were greeted by three exquisite egrets. Two were in-flight, and one was playing hop scotch on the variety of spectacular boats on the docks. There are a variety of cute little shops, an ice cream store and one good restaurant with multiple floors. People were friendly, well behaved and handling the high temperatures and the intense sun pretty well. Everything was clean, merchandised and organized. There was plenty of parking available and it was nice to visit a spot I used to go to by boat when I was a teenager. read more

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Service was great! Mixed beverages nice, however this is below average seafood. 22 dollars for 7 dollar frozen shrimp & fries is diabolical! The scene is cool bring your own drink & relax by the marina! read more

I wanted to come for the last Saturday(8/31) of the year! It closes until next Memorial Day! Idk what hppn. to Captain's Cove. It is not what it used to be. I haven't been here since Covid(I don't even like mentioning the C word smh). Captain's Cove consists of a seaport,boardwalk,restaurant,& bar. It has a couple of vendors on the boardwalk as well. I came w/ my sis,her bf, & mines! We wanted to order our food downstairs @ the restaurant & grab it to go upstairs to the bar(which we have done numerous times). We got there around 8ish in the night. We ordered our food & received a number that would be called. I noticed there was a cover charge of $20 to go upstairs to the bar. It used to be free. On top of that there was always live salsa bands. Idk if it was b/c it was in the night (the cover charge). We decided to just eat. It wasn't worth the $20(especially w/ no live band).We sat inside(there is an option to eat outside as well). My bf wanted fish so he ordered the fish of the day(which was tilapia). He isn't too fond of it but wanted fish. It came w/ a baked potato & corn on the cob. I ordered the butterfly shrimp w/ French fries. It came w/ Cole slaw. Our food took a bit (it was quite busy)so we all conversed. The food came out (it took awhile)& I was beyond disappointed. Shrimp looked like Chinese food shrimp. I can tell it was frozen shrimp. Gross! Crazy the shrimp @ the Chinese restaurant taste better.Fries,Cole slaw was good. My bf's potato tasted like it's been sitting there for a while & it was small.The fish was so thin I couldn't believe it & just 1 tiny piece. It tasted bland & it was deep-fried/breaded.The only thing that was a descent size was the corn on the cob(they gave him a whole one). It had no flavor though. I tried some of my sister's food. She ordered a sampler platter. It had mozzarella sticks,chicken wings/tenders,fries,etc. Everything tasted like it was frozen products deep-fried. I also tried her bf's seafood platter. It had fried clam strips,fish,calamari,etc. Meh,It was ok. Clam strips had nothing but bread crumbs. I asked one of the employees for a to go box. I had most of my food still left. I couldn't even eat it. That's how bad it was.She handed me a tiny brown paper bag & paper(it looked like paper you wrap shoes w/ or gifts). I looked at her like what is this. I had no choice but to wrap my food w/ gift wrapping paper & stuff it into the tiny brown paper bag. Overall, food is horrible (nothing but frozen not fresh food) & there is a cover charge just for the bar! I didn't feel the good vibes neither.Captain's Cove has to have new owners b/c this was never like this! This is a Bridgeport landmark & I feel like it's ruined. I will definitely not be back which is such a shame! read more

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This spot is nice! Dining inside or outside by the water. Cute little shops to shop at. My review is for the food only. I ordered the fish and chips. It was cooked well but no flavor at all, and I didn't care for the fries. The cole slaw is really good. The prices are pretty high. Paid 65$ for 3 meals, which I do not mind if it's worth it. The service was great! read more

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Took my grandchildren here three times before the end of summer. Each grandkid had a special time and loved the visit. Nice and quiet during the week. The food was good, service great and atmosphere safe and great read more

I happened to visit on a Wednesday, when they run a popular fish fry special for $6.99. The special includes one piece of fried fish, French fries and a small side of cole slaw. It was a perfectly sized portion for me, and it was cooked perfectly. Order at the counter, they'll call your number when your lunch is ready. I was able to sit outside at a table under an umbrella and enjoy the beautiful summer afternoon near the water. After lunch I took a walk around the area and found a cute row of little shops along the dock. They had a variety of art, clothing, crafts and gift items for sale. I wished that more of the shops had actually been open, but I suppose that they would be had I visited on the weekend. All in all, Captains Cove was a nice place to spend the afternoon. read more

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I had a great time at this place. I really enjoy the live music and the ambiance. There's usually a good crowd, and at night they have Latin music, while during the day they play all different types of music. The food is good, although I wish they had more non-fried options. However, I really loved the fried clam strips - they were so good! Service was good basically you order and wait for your number to be called. The prices are what you would expect for the Seaport area. read more

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What a nice place that I never knew about! Rarely have gone to Bridgeport but my brother said he loves this place so I gave it a try. I had 2 pieces of fried fish. Crispy and tasty! My husband had a lobster roll with fries and coleslaw which he raved about (it was $38 so it needed to be good). Our son had a burger which he said was good. You order at the counter and they call your number when ready. Plenty of seating in the indoor area. Outside there's a bunch of covered seating and tables with umbrellas. Right on the water. Nice view with the boats. Festive atmosphere. Few shops so you can walk off your meal. Maybe a mile off the exit. Lots of parking. Will be back! read more

Food and atmosphere is great. It's family friendly or just a good place to listen to live music and vibe with friends. Most try during the summer. read more

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Lobster roll was delicious. Fried calm strips were really good as well. Lots of menu options Atmosphere is nice. Outside seating. They ran out of hot lobster rolls despite it being earlier in the day. read more

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Perfect place to sit and just relax ... food is pricey though . service is good! It was short but sweet visit! read more

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I had a fantastic time at Captain's Cove last weekend before catching Wallows at the Hartford Health Care Amphitheater. My roommate just found this place on Google, and our first expectations were blown out of the (cove) water! We had the clam strips, chowder fries (no bacon) and potato skins (the absolute best I've ever had). The weak point of our meal was the long naked (hotdog) -- I didn't even finish it. But we hung out on the bar deck in the sunshine and immensely enjoyed the Rum Runners' set. I bought merch on the way out. 10/10 read more

We were here last Thursday for lunch. It would be hard to find a better view! Great fish and chips and scallops. Good drinks, although we had to carry them from upstairs, my SIL has a boot on her ankle. They are closing for the winter but we will be back when they open. So relaxing. They have music on the weekends. Looking forward to it. read more

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Great lobster roll and lobster grilled cheese at this seaside spot overlooking a marina. Clearly geared to the drinking/party scene, this place isn't where you'd go for white linen dining. That said, for a place where the beer is cold, and the seats are picnic tables and plastic tables and chairs, the food is darn tasty. The lobster roll features a BIG portion of lobster. It's served cold, drenched in butter, on a roll. Coleslaw on the side (nothing special). Fries hot and crunchy. It's a simple dish, and executed well here. Lobster grilled cheese is made with Texas toast, havarti & cheddar cheese, and piled high with lobster meat then grilled to gooey perfection. More fries with this one, plus a pickle. All this lobster ain't cheap - it was $63 for those 2 sandwiches. But - the beer is cold, the food is good, the scenery is beautiful. Worth a stop. read more

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Seasonal spot which depends on weather cooperating. Seasonal staff, young cooks and waitstaff getting their first experiences in the service industry. It is what it is. I most enjoyed my fish and chips and sitting outside with views of water and boats. People watching can be most entertaining as well. I think a great place for all to grab a drink or bite in the summertime. Stick with the basics and enjoy. Then take a stroll by the shops and enjoy the view. read more

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This place is very cool. It's huge with a lot going on for everyone. There's stuff d'or the kids to play with and enjoy there's a dance floor and a platform for a live band. The view of the water is beautiful and the food is delicious. The staff is fun and friendly but could be a bit more attentive. We were a large party with kids and ordered a plain hot dog for our little finicky eater. Despite the specifications given the hotdog came fully loaded with salsa that was quite spicy. It's a bit alarming because in this day and age... being aware of specifications and food allergies is important - it could get ugly and not everyone walks around with an epi pen on hand. The food was great though. Margaritas were yummy and I'd definitely return. read more

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Food is good. Your typical New England seafood menu, you order at the stand and then wait for your number to be called. Their fried platters are always good. Clam chowder is delicious. Bunch of space to sit and there are waiters who come around and ask if you'd like an alcoholic beverage. There's also an upstairs with a bar, dance floor, food service, and seating but you need an ID to enter. read more

Solid fish and chips ! I would pass on the lobster roll ( not worth the price). Nice view and plenty of seating. Come during sunset the ambience is nice! read more

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This place is really neat. They had live music when I went and it was happening. The crowd wasn't that diverse, but it was alright as no one made us feel like an outcast. If you go you'll see for yourself. People went for seafood, drinks, desserts, and just bar food. You can sit anywhere and just chill outside. It's great for a nice sunny and breezy day. If you decide to walk around the water there's a cute little village with shops. They have ample parking too which is a plus. read more

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good fried seafood on scenic deck. **Bartender should inform customer about ice/rocks surcharge before pouring!*

Waterfront dinning with a nice view. Most nights it has a live band. great bar service. Best item on the menu is the fish and chips. The fish is real cod tenderloin fried with a crispy coating. It has order counter so no tipping required except on alcohol drink. read more

Came here for fresh lobsters but they ran out. So instead we got lobster roll and a sandwich. They were OK, not bad, not the best But the place has an amazing view to enjoy and relax. Food, not so much... read more

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The food here is decent if you like fried seafood, which I do. However, while I was there for lunch at 12pm Friday July 1st there was 2 women behind the counter, one elderly plump women from the kitchen, and a young lady from the counter were making fun of a customer who was special needs. I overheard their entire conversation and proceeded to watch them point, laugh and stare at this poor man. I was absolutely disgusted by their behavior. If I hadn't already paid for my food when I witnessed this I would have left and never gone back. You could blame ignorance in the case of the high school aged young women, but the older women encouraging this behavior in 2022 is atrocious. I will not be recommending this spot to anyone I know, in fact I would go out of my way to avoid it. read more

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The once star if for the beautiful view of the marina ... Decided to try this place once we were in town ... beautiful views and lots of space . We went to the upstairs bar where the bar is shaped like a boat , sounds interesting right ??! Well that's about it . We sat at the bar and ordered drinks , at that point they handed us a food menu so after a few minutes we tell the girl at the bar we needed to order some food . She than tells us we can't have food upstairs , we have to go downstairs to get food and come back up , I than asked her IF we could just go and order drink downstairs and she said no because drinks weren't served down stairs , she said well you can just go down stairs get your own GM food and come back up here is that simple ../ ( she said that with an attitude ) like people want to go to a bar but have to go elsewhere to get the food .. or go for the food and be going up and down the stairs to grab drinks .. seriously WHO DOES THAT ??! So I asked her why she handed us a food menu if food is not served upstairs ??! Her response was because there are drinks on the other side . Well than you should have told us that when you handed us the menu . The attitude was simply unheard of . Like it is our job to go up and down stairs grabbing things . RUDE !! JUST RUDE all the way .. GO ELSEWHERE.. read more

Went there on mother's day Food was terrible. Dogs should not be allowed either. Way too many children running around to watch the kids and the dogs who weren't friendly at all! read more

Bringing back childhood memories! I was thrilled when my aunt suggested the cove for memorial day, I haven't been there in 30 years. Captains cove is tucked away behind an industrial area of Bridgeport, but not to be overlooked! It was very spacious, lots of tables, and live music. It was beautiful to see families with their children, as I remember the same memories those children were making. There's food and cute little shops with jewelry, artwork, clothing, ice cream, snacks, etc. I noticed they also had a fishers ferry as well! We had lunch on the lower deck. I was happy to see they had a healthier option. I enjoyed the very large Caesar salad with grilled chicken. The salad was lightly dressed which was perfect for my calorie deficit, I opted for lemon wedges instead of extra dressing. There was no specific age group, older people, younger people, families, its everyone's type of place! They update their website/social media with the different bands and schedule and events so check them out! read more

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