This was the best seafood boil that I've ever had, hands down. And I WILL be here again and again…read more My friend and I came here on a weekday night and we both had the number 6 combo, or the lobster crab and shrimp( I got mine with head on) I also added sausage. The only tiny complaint is that it gets cold fast :( but even with that, this is a five star establishment for sure. Thanks Cajun Crab!!

We echo what the other reviews said- best seafood boil I had- super tasty and filling! The service…read moreis friendly and helpful. They have a kids menu which is a plus and the chicken tenders are quality not the crappy ones you may get elsewhere. I only wish they served alcohol but other than that we keep coming back and actually plan on going for our 3rd time tonight and bringing friends!

I went to dinner at Westbrook Lobster on Wednesday we had the bang bang shrimp Appetizer omgi was…read moreexpecting like small shrimp dish tossed in sauce. No it was 4 battered jumbo shrimp with a very spicy bang bang sauce. Loved it but would get the sauce on the side it was unbelievably hot I actually had to order chocolate milk . My cousin order the lobster Mac and Cheese huge pieces of lobster she said it was great. I had the seared scallops with roasted potatoes and broccolni. Amazing I had plenty of for Leto red . Our waitress was very attentive and super nice . Beautiful atmosphere. My cousin order had tried it last Month and said that the lobster carbonara was delicious and so were the lobster nachos . Definitely a hidden gem in Wallingford. Wheel chair access and also outdoor seating. Enjoy Thanks Chris M

This place continues to impress every time I visit. The ambiance strikes a great balance between…read morecozy and lively, with a stylish bar area, high top booths, and both indoor and outdoor seating that make it perfect whether you are stopping in for drinks or settling in for a full meal. This visit, my friend and I went the small plates route and ordered a lineup of appetizers including steak, calamari, Brussels sprouts, and wings, and every single dish delivered. The steak was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor, the calamari was crisp and tender, the Brussels sprouts had that addictive balance of crispy and savory, and the wings were saucy, juicy, and impossible to stop eating. We sat in the bar area and were taken care of by the bartender, who was not only attentive but genuinely helpful. He offered thoughtful drink recommendations and made sure we never had to wait for anything. I ended up ordering a giblet cocktail based on his suggestion, and it was fantastic. It was smooth, well balanced, and just the right amount of bold. Between the inviting atmosphere, consistently delicious food, and top notch service, it is easy to see why this spot has become a favorite of mine. Whether you are grabbing appetizers, cocktails, or a full meal, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

So good. Huge portions. Highly recommend. Honey cornbread is worth the trip alone. Great staff,…read moregreat food

*** DO NOT ORDER THROUGH THE YELP APP OR GRUBHUB*** Use DoorDash only…read more It was my first time ordering online, so I made this mistake tonight. I showed up for my pickup only to find that they didn't get my order. The staff told me that they only do DoorDash I had to cancel the order with GrubHub and then replace my order. Thankfully, there was enough of what I needed to get an order to go. Now that I got the unpleasant part of the story out of the way, let's talk about the amazing place that Southern Dishes is. If you've din d in a traditional southern food restaurant before, you'll recognize the setup. Meals are served cafateria style, that are portioned for you by the staff. You place an order at the counter and grab a seat or wait to be called if you're going to-go. Once your name is called you grab your tray and bring back to your table. Tonight's trip was a simple kid's meal of a (large) fried chicken strip (white meat) and mac and cheese for my son and a large collard greens (made with turkey). Having had all three before, I can vouch for their yumminess. I would be lying if I didn't say that I shared a few mouthfuls of the mac and cheese. This is the bomb, or whatever everyone is calling it. The mixture of cheeses, these crispy top, the well cooked pasta...it's the trifecta of the perfect mac & cheese. If you like collard greens, these are legit southern greens, not like the other ones that restaurants try to pass off as the real thing. The potlikker (liquid from the greens) is amazing. Other mentionables are the fried chicken, the fried fish and of course the wonderful banana pudding! For an authentic southern meal in CT, make the drive to Meriden. You will not be disappointed.

Good food and good service. Ask for the special sauce! I will go back for the lobster roll, it…read morelooks so good!

The food was just okay, I would recommend just not spending your money on it. Service was slow.read more

We planned an event with Terrazza, and end-to-end the experience was seamless and expertly curated…read more The venue was the perfect size, location, layout, and setting for a family party with roughly 45 guests. We were able to have cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a sit-down family-style dinner, and then music and dancing late into the night. The host was extremely helpful in letting us plan the layout of the space, the schedule of events, and even let us connect to the sound system to play our own music and allow for people to make speeches on the microphones. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful the entire time, and even offered to help take photos with the beautiful surrounding golf course. Overall, this was an excellent experience, and if I need to plan any large family gatherings, I will be returning to Terrazza.

Fantastic chicken parm sandwich with vodka sauce-the bread was crispy and didn't get mushy with the…read moresauce. The fries were seasoned perfectly and a great consistency. The atmosphere is gorgeous, the type of place you can sit with a group of friends on the terrace, have an Aperol Spritz and laze away a Sunday afternoon. Don't hesitate to head to Terrazza for an amazing meal, friendly staff and beautiful atmosphere!

I previously would've rated this place a 4-5 but lately we have had some disappointing visits and I…read morewas surprised I hadn't left a review previously. The good- their lomo Saltado and chaufa are spot on and delicious. Their pollo ala brasa is my kids favorite and we regularly order it on Wednesdays when they do their special. Everyone is very friendly but all don't speak English great (luckily my husband is Spanish so we always manage). We have been longtime customers- back to when they were under a different name (flavor point) and across the other side of Meriden. The cons- prices have gone up and portions seem much smaller. My lomo last time barely had any steak. The last time we went for 2 adults and 2 kids (one who only ate a side of rice) it was well over $100 before tip- no apps just meals and 2 drinks. There is no kids menu and nothing they can do to accommodate so you are buying your 2-5 year old a $20 meal they will eat a few bites of . Their pollo ala brasa is not always available- which I get but weekends I feel like it should be and we have gone twice now and had it be unavailable. my son will literally not eat anything else on the menu (as noted no kids options either). He had to sit there and not eat while we ate and get him food from across the way afterwards. One time we got the ceviche and I know the lime juice cooks the fish (believe me I eat ceviche regularly as well as sushi) and this fish was raw. I mentioned it to the waitress and she said it was fine. I couldn't eat it. But still had to pay for the dish which is high priced for the small serving. Cute atmosphere but small so can fill up quickly. Careful in bathroom , had gone a few times and almost fell from slick floor. It was clean but slick- maybe what they're using to clean it.

I am all in on Lima 32 Peruvian restaurant. Back in January, I noticed the Lima 32 sign in the old…read moreTacos mi Nachos space in Meriden. Something about the sign aesthetic made me think it would be a good place. I Yelp-Searched it, and Lima 32 damn near had a perfect rating based on less than 50 reviews. I'm a Food Blogger. So I try to explore new places and avoid repeating spots I know. I've eaten at Lima 32 three times since January. Lima 32 is a small casual Peruvian spot located in a very small plaza in Meriden. Parking is tough, but they've done a nice job with the aesthetics inside. Lima 32 is also available on DoorDash within a certain area. I've now had the Lomo Saltado, the Arroz Con Marisco and the Chaufa de Pollo. Best Lomo Saltado I've ever had, and I've had a really expensive one at a famous CT spot. It's basically a beef and veggie stir fry. You can see the chef making it with fire in the pan if you have the right seat. The soy and oyster sauce based glaze is good salty. So flavorful and everything is perfectly cooked. Best Arroz Con Marisco I've ever had. It's a saucy Peruvian paella. The sauce (Aji Amarillo) has a well rounded creamy pepper flavor. The seafood, like crab, mussels and shrimp really stand out. I suspect the seafood varies depending on what's available. The Chaufa de Pollo, a Chinese fried rice style dish, was very good too. Huge pieces of chicken. Eat it with the delicious Aji Verde sauce. Is Lima 32 hidden? I don't know. But it sure the hell is a gem. It's must visit. 5 Stars

We had such a fantastic experience here! The lobster tots were absolutely amazing -- perfectly…read morecrispy on the outside and loaded with rich, buttery lobster flavor in every bite. They were honestly one of the best appetizers we've ever had. The CT lobster roll was just as incredible -- fresh, generous portions of lobster, simply and deliciously prepared, and exactly what you hope for when ordering a classic. Since we're from out of town, we really appreciated Cindy, the manager. She was so friendly and welcoming and took the time to guide us through the menu and recommend some great items. Her suggestions were spot on and made our meal even better. Everything from the food to the service was top-notch. We would highly recommend this place and can't wait to come back next time we're in town!

Fresh seafood delicious appetizer! Took a salmon to go sauce was delicious and fresh ! Customer…read moreexcellent !

Food is amazing, fresh and flavorful. Prices are good and staff are incredibly friendly!read more

What a grand experience for a not so fancy location. As far as portions go this place is very…read moregenerous. $50 fisherman's platter was HUGE and packed with juicy fried shrimp tons of calamari, clam strips, whole belly clams and scallops. The fried scallops were my least favorite & a bit too cooked (understandable). 2lb+ lobster was HUGE! Truthfully a tough location to survive-- but a 10/10 for freshness!! I hope this MOMs Nothing Fancy sticks around. They've got everything a local seafood lover needs.