We ended up coming to Lobster Landing twice during our trip -- once on the way to Mystic and again…read moreon the way back -- which probably says everything you need to know. It's definitely a little more expensive than some of the other lobster spots we tried, but I honestly liked the food here the most. The lobster meat is lightly seasoned with what tasted like butter and lemon, and it all worked perfectly together without overpowering the lobster. The bun was incredibly soft and loaded with so much meat that it was practically falling apart in the middle. We got the half-pound lobster roll both times and would absolutely order it again, but it is $60. The clam chowder was also excellent. It's creamy without being too thick, and you can really taste all the ingredients. The hot dogs seem to be really popular -- almost everyone was ordering a lobster roll and a hot dog combo. My son loved them so much he had two the first visit! The outdoor seating and water views make it such a relaxing place to sit and eat, and there's also a market on-site where you can buy lobster and shellfish. Definitely one of our favorite stops and somewhere we'd happily return to.

Honestly the reviews and influencers over hyped this place. This is not even in the top ten of…read morelobster rolls that my husband and I have tried. There was not much lobster meat and what we did get was shredded?? Also why have none of the reviews mentioned it is Porto-potty only for bathrooms. . Tables aren't wiped down and the one actual sink for washing hands was out of soap. My real score is a 2.5 but rounding up because staff were friendly, the food came out quickly and the water view was nice.

Outside dining on the water with individual picnic tables and table service. Beautiful view of the…read moremarina and LIS! Kind staff and delicious food! We tried lobster bisque (creamy broth with chunks of lobster-touch of brine-you know it's fresh!), Cole slaw (hearty portion for 1 or split between two-flavorful and creamy), and lobster rolls (packed with succulent lobster-ample mix of tail and claw, melt in your mouth!).

Guilford Lobster Pound served up a good quality , fresh lobster roll with a nicely toasted bun, but…read moreit didn't have that rich, buttery flavor I was hoping for. The quality was there, but the taste felt a bit flat. I wanted more depth, more butter, more something. It's fine if you like a lighter take, but for me it landed right in the middle--solid 3/5. The people working there were super pleasant and kind while serving us our food! Loved the outdoor, By the water, seating too!

Let's talk about THIS lobster roll ‍…read more Lenny & Joe's Fish Tale did NOT come to play. That buttered lobster roll is fresh, loaded, and worth the market price--every bite hits. I've had a lot in CT... this one is top tier. So good I finished it and said "yeah, I need another one to go" Friendly staff Indoor/outdoor seating Open year-round Now don't leave without dessert. The ice cream is a MUST Oreo sundae for me, Reese's sundae for the kids... no regrets. Summer = ice cream shack outside Off-season = still inside This place is the whole experience.

We've had mixed experiences with the ice cream at Lenny & Joe's. The first time we got a Reese's…read moreconcrete mixer, and it was excellent and loaded with mix-ins and definitely worth the price. The second time we ordered a large cup of soft serve with reese's and were really disappointed. It cost about the same as the concrete mixer, but the serving size was at least half as much, which didn't feel like a good value. On top of that, the service at the ice cream counter wasn't great that second time. Hoping it was just an off day because our first experience was so much better.

I do love the very very clean meat department and the store in general EXCEPT when they are out of…read moreeverything advertised! For example, they ran out of the Filet Mignon very quickly and still didn't have their inventory replenished by Tuesday! That's 5 days! I call it DECEPTIVE advertising. Same for their "To Go" department that advertised Italian Wedding soup 2 days in a row and apparently never even made the stuff. Do they do this just to get you in the store and buy something you really didn't want?? Again, DECEPTIVE advertising. I guess I just have to call before I go from now on because someone in management is definitely dropping the ball here.

Just got the sad news (5-17-2025) that Roberts Food Center in Madison, CT. is closing next week…read more I've gone there for groceries ever since it opened over 40 years ago. The staff was EXCELLENT as was the quality of everything that they sold. It is disconcerting to see another independently-owned business disappear. Roberts will be GREATLY MISSED and I wish the owner and the entire staff my best in the days ahead.

1.8.26 This is one very good seafood restaurant. The food is…read moregood and always fresh. What's not to like about fried seafood? Ammi right? I've been coming here for more years than I care to count, since I was a kid. Multiple years upon multiple. They're located right by the whistling bridge for those of you who know the bridge is called that. There's a large lengthy parking lot which is usually close to full. There's am ice cream place in the same parking lot which you can pass on. Please trust me in this. You're not missing anything. I've tried a few times. Not sure why I keep trying it. Anywho, Bill's Seafood is spot on. There's a very large outdoor deck with lots of tables. There's also indoor seating and a bar to sit at. Much easier to get a table a lot quicker if you opt to eat inside. I switch every now and then, depending on our preferences at any given day. The restaurant is plainly decorated. Nothing stands out. The majority of time I've been here the place is usually very busy and just about full. I've never had to wait long anytime for my food. They really whip out the food pretty quickly in the years I've been coming here. You will be pleasantly surprised at the time it takes you to get your food when you see how busy it is if you stop here. Very surprised. The restaurant is a clean as most places. They clean up well after the tables are turned. The service has never been anything remarkable as in awesome over the top and very hospitable. It's just solid, regular, good, quick service with receiving your food quickly. They must have a good amount of cooks in back. Seafood is ALWAYS fresh. I must repeat this. Never has this ever been an issue. Do yourself a favor and take a trip up here. You won't be disappointed. I truly recommend this place. A for sure, repeat spot.

Cash only! Great…read moreoutdoor setting for the beautiful weather. The thoroughway (Boston Post Road) on one end of patio is quite loud. Tried the hot lobster roll ($28.95) which is sold ala carte. The amount of lobster filled about 55-60% of the roll. The roll was soggy and broke apart after the first bite. Would not recommend.

The food is delicious. The ambience is fun. They have tents in case it rains. They have delicious…read morefresh food. The only suggestion is, it would be great if they brought in baked potatoes. and make sure you bring bug spray Their dog friendly and then you can bring your own booze They also have desserts, lobster, ribeye, steak, fresh clot, fish, and plenty of parking

The Place has a really fun vibe and is a great idea. Our waitress was also very pleasant…read more We were very excited when we found The Place, but truthfully it was incredibly mediocre at best. As a seafood place, if that's what you're gonna hang your hat on, the food should be, if not lights, out, it should be darn good. It's not! Our Roasted Clams were rubbery and full of grime and grit and had no flavor at all. Our shrimp were tiny and were served with strange "cocktail" sauce that had a weird after taste. The Roasted Corn, although hot, was not really roasted properly and not served with any butter at all, and our Roasted Lobster was just okay. Best part of the meal was our Key Lime Mousse. We were really disappointed because we were so excited to find it. Hopefully they'll re-visit their process and their offerings.

The real Clam Castle is back and better than ever! We've been here twice since the reopening and I…read morecan't wait for a few more visits over the summer. The fried cod was some of the best I've ever had. Fish tacos were very good - love the red pepper remoulade it comes with. French fries and fried clam strips are both excellent - though I agree with another reviewer who mentioned that the clams could be a bit crispier. The two times we've gotten them, they needed just a touch more crunch and golden brown color. Still very good and the best around!!! But feels like they would benefit from a bit more time in the fryer. Glad you're back, Clam Castle!!

We decided to try a new place for soft-shell crabs this year after seeing several positive…read morerecommendations. The service was quick, friendly, and attentive, and the restaurant had a casual atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite live up to our expectations. The soft-shell crabs tasted good, but the portions were extremely disappointing. The crab itself was so small that it was dwarfed by the romaine lettuce and standard tomato slices on the sandwich. For a dish that's supposed to be the star of the meal, it felt underwhelming. We also ordered the whole belly clams. They were good, but not exceptional, especially considering the price. I personally prefer them a bit crispier, and the batter lacked that crunch. The portion size was average. Our bill for two soft-shell crab sandwiches, one order of fried whole belly clams, and two Diet Cokes came to about $80. I understand that dining out is expensive these days, but the value simply wasn't there for us--particularly when it came to the size of the soft-shell crabs. Overall, the service and atmosphere were positives, but based on the portion sizes and price, I'm not sure we'd return.

Good food and great spot on the beach! Nice staff and fast service! It's a really good little place…read moreto get food

Nicole makes the BEST cones!!! Ice cream was amazing. Service was even better. The location is…read moreperfect, can't wait to go back!

I'm so happy we found this restaurant. It's located within a boat storage etc. idk but we were…read morehappy we found it. The restaurant is on the small side. But they have outdoor tables which would be awesome on a good day. We arrived at 3:30 so we had a little bit of a long wait since there was only one waiter. The food was good. We will be returning again.

Nellie's Waterfront Bar & Grill is the kind of place people go for the location and atmosphere as…read moremuch as the food. Sitting by the water gives the restaurant a laid back, summer seafood spot feel that makes it easy to enjoy your time there. That said, if you're looking for a restaurant with a wide variety of seafood options or more creative seafood preparations, this probably isn't the place to go. We started with the chips and guacamole appetizer, which tasted good, but the portion size was pretty small for the price. The raw little neck clams were one of the highlights of the meal, very fresh, clean tasting, and exactly what you'd want from a seafood spot. For entrées, the cod sandwich was surprisingly solid. It was a nice size, fairly priced, and felt like one of the better values on the menu. The ahi tuna wrap was also good overall, but it felt like it was missing a stronger or more flavorful dressing to really bring everything together. The lobster roll was decent, but for the price, there simply wasn't enough lobster in it to justify the cost. Overall, there were definitely some enjoyable parts of the meal, especially the fresh shellfish and the waterfront atmosphere. The biggest downside was the pacing of service, as there were long waits between dishes throughout the meal. Still, for a casual waterfront stop with straightforward seafood options, Nellie's delivers a decent experience.

We're visiting Branford with old college friends, already a plus. If you like beer and fried…read moreseafood, second plus We stopped here after a short hike and a beer really hit the spot. For food we had the New England Clam chowder, one of my favorites and this was really good. Then we shared the steamers fried captains platter, and an extra order of fried clams. We had both the strips and belly clam. I preferred the belly clam. The Cole slaw was really good too For six of us , just 2 beers 140 plus tip

The Best Seafood!! Fried, Baked, Broiled whatever is your flavor. I always get the Whole Belly…read moreClaims the Best Around. My wife always gets the Honey Salmon over a Rice Pilaf. They have a Fried Seafood Platter that is Plentiful and fried to perfection. They also have a good Steak. The atmosphere with outside seating overlooking a Boat yard is very pleasing to the eyes too. We enjoy sitting on a hightop in the Bar area which you can also see the Boat yard. The service is always good and the Two Sisters that are the owners are very friendly and will come over to visit while you are there. An all around good Restaurant. You will not go wrong or be disappointed.