We have been wanting to try this place for months, but timing didn't work out. We finally made it! We came at an off-timing, around 5:45pm, so it was pretty quiet - which was great! We ordered a few things (probably a bit too much): - fish and chips (came with mermaid fries - which has a seaweed seasoning, good but we would have preferred them to be plain) - poor man's lobster roll - delicious! - smoked mussel soup and the green crab bisque - both were great! even better when we combined the two soups together - fried pickle chips - which is part of their happy hour special - which were really really good definitely would come back to try the other items on the menu! Great for kids as well, they do have some board games available while you are there dining. read more

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Initially came to this restaurant for their delicious seafood on a cold day, but stayed after learning about their local and sustainable seafood! I really value a business that Chooses not to sacrifice the quality of their products for a cheaper price. I also really appreciate how forthcoming they are about where their fish comes from and how it is obtained by the fishermen. In terms of the food, the green crab bisque was incredible and I highly recommend it! The staff were also very courteous and friendly and made the experience that much better! Highly recommend this restaurant when visiting Mystic! read more

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Mystic Fish Camp was fantastic! Food was delicious, friendly service, clean with a super cute camp theme. I got the fish and chips, my husband got the sandwich, I'm pretty sure. Both were great. Generous portions. Important to know if you're a strict pescatarian: everything is cooked in beef tallow. They have that written down multiple places, but throwing it out there just in case! We'll definitely return if we're in the area! read more

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$66 for nothing! We would've done better going to Dunkin Donuts! Clam Strips were kids portions and the grilled cheese was amateur. The fries were hard and underwhelming. Waist of time and money. Never again! read more

FISH FISH FISH !! The classic Sammie is good, light on breading and you can taste the fish. You get one decent size on a large bun with shredded lettuce. Don't be fool by the lobster roll and thr crab bisque! It's a "poor man" lobster roll which ia a fish sandwich and a monkfish bisque. The roll was okay. The bisque was flavorful but overly salty. The mussel chowder was decent, a few pieces in a big bowl. I like my chowder thicker, it was on a watery side. read more

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We thought fish would be a fitting lunch in our visit to Mystic, CT. The order taker was very friendly and made suggestions. I would have preferred the option of standard tables and chairs, but it was all high tops. The space was small and rustic, close to the Mystic River and reminiscent of an actual fish camp. The featured type of fish was locally caught skate. I opted for a junior burger and salad while my sisters ordered skate--one deep fried with a tonic batter coating and one seared on a plancha grill. The fried items are cooked in beef tallow. They both thought the flavor was good, but were disappointed by the texture. The fries here have a special spice mixture and both sisters liked them. My burger was satisfying and I especially liked the bun. The salad was outstanding with local greens, house roasted & shaved veggies, accompanied by a lemon-dijon vinaigrette. The food here is a step above what we were expecting with some chef-inspired creations. I had a local brew too, a wheat beer with a fruity flavor that I really enjoyed. read more

This is a unique experience. Not only did the Camp lead Mystic to a hard-fought victory over Clinton/Guilford as I chose my fall seafood destination, but I rewrote the calendar on the fly to add a second visit during my brief stop in town. There's a fascinating locavore angle here. In a world where regional foods can be a false marketing gimmick (hello "Appalachian restaurants" with coconut shrimp) or fuel for $200 tasting menus, it's great that they're serving both the environment and seafood enthusiasts looking for something new. So the invasive green crab is used in a bisque and unloved sea robins occasionally appear. My favorite item here was the smoked fish dip, which I believe varies and was dogfish when I visited. The "poor man's lobster roll" deploys monkfish in lieu of the traditional crustacean; they mastered the paradigm and the fish is smooth but I wouldn't say I liked it more than the real thing. (In short, seafood completists should try it once). The service is great; I enjoyed talking to Elias about the various menu options like the daily conserva. Mystic Fish Camp's chef is known for the Shipwright's Daughter, where last year I enjoyed the improbable Swordfish Mortadella Toast, so I was glad to see a new faux mortadella special. This yellowfin tuna version appeared in a sandwich with a vivid pistachio pesto. The fries were intriguing, with an assist from sugar kelp salsa verde powder and jalapeno aioli. The frozen apple cider was refreshing. read more

We happened to walk by Mystic Fish Camp while downtown looking for lunch. Apparently they just opened that week! The decor is very cute and quirky, like a Wes Anderson set. The concept of sustainable, local seafood for fast casual is intriguing. We ordered the green crab bisque, which was tasty but a bit salty. Also, we tried the classic sandwich that was battered and served on a soft bun with lettuce and bay leaf tartar sauce. It was our favorite from the meal. We got the yellow fin tuna double cheeseburger as well. It was quite unexpected! It looked and tasted just like a cheeseburger. The aioli was spicy though, which I didn't like since I have a low spice tolerance. We'll definitely come back next time we're in Mystic to try other items. read more

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Ordered fried clams. Very small portion. Tasted funny. Asked if fries came with it but got fried chips. Expensive. There was 3 of us and we all left a large amount left that we could not eat read more

Stopped by on Memorial Day and the food was delicious. Very casual vibe with ultra local fish. The tartare was fluke and the mix of flavors and textures was so satisfying. Super fresh. Place was clean and welcoming. Great experience! read more

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First off, I love the concept. The restaurant uses local seafood, but not traditional offerings. They use less glamorous species like monkfish or even invasive species like the green crab. I'm excited to see a restaurant try something like this. There's some great dishes and sauces. The fried clams were impeccable and the chipotle mayo was just the right kick. The monkfish chunks in the green crab soup were a highlight. The staff at the counter were super helpful and considerate. However, there's some aspects that were just a miss for me. 1) Temperature: The hot chocolate (which has a great flavor) and the green crab bisque were scalding. While I'm used to having hot chocolate needing to cool down on a cold walk, I've never actually had soup served this hot in a restaurant. 2) Interior: There's a lot of thought that went into the decor, but the table/bar set up is just confusing. If you're going to provide board games for people to hang out and play (great idea), then you need to provide adequate seating. Seasonal fish joints in the area like Sea Swirl provide picnic tables; one would expect the higher end version of that to provide similar seating. 3) Squash Churros: Now I recognize that this was a special, but I feel like this is where the restaurant lost the plot. The flavor was good but unfortunately they fell apart in your hands, not making it a finger food at all. But the question really comes down to why were these on the menu? If you're trying to focus on the sustainability of seafood and working with the local fishing fleet, it feels off brand and like they're trying too hard. Overall, I hope the best for this restaurant but am currently frustrated by it. read more

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Good food, fries were delicious along with the clam strips and smash burger. The T-shirt and hat vending machine is cool and they have a burger and beer daily happy hour. Staff is friendly and seating is plentiful. read more

I read about this restaurant and their sustainable seafood practices so I was looking forward to finally trying it. I was lucky enough to show up at happy hour and they had the monkfish on the specials menu! The happy hour monkfish nuggets were great! Crispy batter around the soft fish was delicious. The spicy kelp sauce they recommended added just enough heat. It was a great combo. My friend had the burger which he sad was great too. This is a super relaxed, counter service place and the staff are very friendly. Definitely worth a return trip. read more

Don't recommend: Got our order wrong, served us raw fish when they gave us our "correct" order, and didn't refund any part of the meal after all this back and forth. The fish entrees are riddled with bones (not just near the tale that they keep on for aesthetics). The batter on the fish is super oily and it lacks flavor. And the fries and onion rings are super oily. For dessert, the ice cream in the ice cream sandwich is very icy and it's made with what tastes like soggy sandwich bread. For background: We came in as a group of six and they got our order wrong (we placed a single order at at one time, unlike what the comment says below from the chef who is trying to gaslight my review) -- giving us two sandwiches we didn't order and leaving off a fish entree we did order. When they made us a fish entree to replace what they left off, they rushed its preparation and gave us raw fish. After this, they fired us up an entree again, cooking it properly this time but at this point the entire party was finished with their meals...all the staff did was apologized and didn't offer to refund us the $28 cost of the entree... I had high expectations for this place, given it is led by James Beard Award-winning chef David Standridge, but this falls extremely flat. While the seafood was extremely fresh, that doesn't make up for everything else it lacked... In terms of seating: there are barely any stools inside, just a lot of counter space, so expect to stand the whole time you're dining inside. read more

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Stopped in for dinner on a whim- glad we did! Very good food, and I love that they use local ingredients/fresh caught fish. We tried the Shippy D's burger and fish sticks. The burger was huge! Definitely worth the $16 price point. And so flavorful! Loved the crispy melty cheese addition. Fish sticks were definitely not like the ones you had growing up- these were fresh and never frozen. :) you can choose your side sauce to go with it as well, and they have ketchup etc on the table. I guess something else worth mentioning is this is a fast casual establishment, so you place your order at the counter and find a table- and will most likely be standing as there are only a few barstools available. Not necessarily bad, but something to note if you're exhausted after a day of exploring! We had a great time, loved the interior (retro summer camp theme) and the food. Service was friendly! Can't wait to go back. read more

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Our first visit was so good, I came back with a friend. (Can't add to my review of the food because I ordered the exact same thing as the first time since I loved it so much!) But I want to add that the man checking us out saw a way to save us money (we had ordered a side that could be combined) and did so. Very thoughtful and appreciated. read more

We ordered the fish and chips and it was so greasy we couldn't eat it. Fries were just okay, the onion rings were also very greasy. Maybe we went on an off day but we can't recommend it especially when it was 53.00 for two meals. read more

Great food with a unique take on classic New England seafood staples. My 9yo devoured the burger as well. They were accommodating to food alergies in the party and the staff was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is casual but elevated. Great place for a quick bite in downtown Mystic. They also go out above and beyond to feature local caught and sustainable dishes. It's especially great that they feature green crab dishes. Green Crab is a highly destructive invasive species, so harvesting them protects our coast and tastes great! Win win! Highly recommended. read more

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Oh jeez, this place is so unique and underrated! I went here with another friend & told them to try the "Lobster" stew! BLOWN AWAY! That's all I can say! I don't know why all restaurants don't follow this trend. Eat your enemies!! Hahaha!!! The restaurant is a great hang out also to people watch! It's counter service. Prices for the food I think are reasonable. We got the poor man's lobster stew & "lobster rolls" with fries. read more

This is a great place to pop in. We ordered the mermaid fries and green grab soup from the counter. Grabbed a couple of stools at the window and ate there. The fries are ridiculously addictive. I will come back for the fries. The soup was good, not great. A little bitter for our taste but nothing off putting about this joint. We will definitely come back. read more

Food is fresh and amazing and the people who work here are SO kind. It is my go to place with my one year old whenever we are in the area. If you have kids, I suggest parking at the playground, pick up food to go from here and then go back to the playground/park for a little picnic. read more

This is such a fun little place right next to the draw bridge in Mystic. I love that is fancy casual. We come to Mystic once a year for vacation and we are always on the lookout for fun places to go with our 8 + 9 year kids. They loved it! Fun games and fun seating. Cool adult drinks and a unique menu for a family that does not live on the coast. I treated myself to a pair of socks and they are lovely! What a fun way to buy merch in a vending machine. All of our food was good. I loved my mussel soup my husband who is not a super fish lover had grilled fish and chips and insisted we came back before we drove home. High recommend for families with kids it was fast and easy. read more

I love fish. My two little kids and husband hate fish. So, for my entire parenting life I've been fish deprived... until now. This place not only has non fish kids meals, but it also has a FUSSBALL TABLE! And James, and s'mores. Oh my. That means the kids are distracted for once while I enjoy seafood. And yes, the fish menu is pretty phenomenal, very local and very interesting. Plus, frozen drinks and can't beat location on the bridge. The bomb, in every way. read more

This place kind of pissed me off, to be honest. I feel like trying to do an elevated/upscale fish and chip would mean that one would get fries that resemble a more-so traditional English style--one that's less available here in CT. If Mystic Fish Camp is going to go to such lengths to produce complex sauces and fancy oyster crackers maybe they shouldn't neglect (what seems to me to be) such a readily available opportunity! Thanks read more

We stopped in for a quick taste to see what they had to offer. Only ordered the green crab bisque, and smoked fish dip. The dip was tasty. Creamy with a good amount of fish...but theboverall portion is small. And they just serve it with a bag of Cape Cod chips. For the price, fresh chips seems more appropriate. And the soup...do not try it. It was disgusting. Terrible flavors, and very salty. Not worth the calories if it were free...and it's also too expensive for the serving. So...sadly, not a great first impression. We'll may give it another shot after a bit, if reviews of other menu items seem worth it. Really disappointed, because we love Shipwright's Daughter. Was expecting more here... read more

Great stuff. Love the indoor vibes - the mussel chowder was delicious (the smoked was a nice touch!) and the burger with crispy cheese was SO yummy. read more

Mystic Fish camp is the new restaurant in town helmed by the acclaimed James Beard award winning chef David Standridge of shipwright's daughter. This is a chill sea to table spot with a few tables for dining. Some tables had seats otherwise you have to stand and eat which reminds me of being out in sea eating fresh fish. The fish and chip for the day was black fish, which was a nice mild white fish. It was fried well, and the fish was flaky, fresh and moist. The batter had a nice crunch to it and came with two thicccc pieces. The amount of fries given was diabolical as it could feed two or more people or even a village. The seasoning was delicious and generous though may be a bit salty. The star of the show was this tartar sauce which had a special ingredient (bay leaf for the win) to their sauce, and it was delectable with the fish. I dont like tartar sauce but i can bathe in that sauce with the fish. Also got the clam strips which was nice and can actually taste some clams and texture compared to other places. The lime shoyu sauce was alright. The half and half drink was an arnold palmer on the tangy side would like it sweeter. There is no alcohol here so beware. All in all makes for a great dinner to converse with the in-laws and the rest of the fam. Shoutout to all of the staff who were very nice and personable and answered all my questions. My only suggestion here would be if they offered different sizes of fries. The fries here are $10 which seems expensive however it is not as they give you a giant bucket of fries. Maybe have a small size for five dollars and put a smaller portion in the fish and chips. Recommend and will be back. read more

The food was great and locally sourced!. We had the fish and chips, fish sandwich, season salad and tuna bowl. Everything tasted great and the service was top notch. Would def come back! read more

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everytime go to Mystic I have to stop by Fish Camp! I love the food and the service with Kim is always so great! Can't wait to be back read more

Absolutely loved this poke bowl type thing very healthy and delicious Also extremely fun vibe and great environment! read more

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Great lunch! The price point is spot on for the quantity & especially quality of the fish. The local catch of the day for the fish & chips was Red Drum. Excellently seasoned batter & tasty flakey fillets. The fries were just the right amount of crispy & the salt & vinegar onion rings were def ride or die! Possibly the only fish & chip experience I've had that there was no need for any condiments. Well done to Peter & his amazing team. Looking forward to tautog & blackfish season showing up on the menu. read more

Had the tuna patty trip times; first time it executed well and the seasoning was overpowering the fish the 2nd time I would eat there again and give them another go read more

Fried clam strips were great, very well done. service was excellent, particularly Kim. Restaurant was clean and well organized.

What a great place! Wonderful spot to sit and enjoy great food while people watching, seeing the bridge go up, and just enjoying the heart of Mystic! The food was outstanding. I had the classic fish sandwich that was fresh and well seasoned and delicious. The mermaid fries are awesome, but the portion size is huge! Finally, the ice cream Sammie is out of this world! I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch and encourage you to go!!!! read more

Such good food and fast! They also are great at giving recommendations. glad we stopped here on our recent trip and will be back!

Mussel Chowder! So yummy. Oh and homemade crackers. This is outstanding!!!!!! Perfect lunch on a chilly day. If you want more than chowder, lets pair it with the Oyster Fritters. I love the innovative offerings they come up with. read more

Far too overpriced for the portion and quality of food and drink they give you. Also the fries and dipping sauce are terrible. $19 for a fish sandwich. Make it a "meal" for $29, $32 with taxes. This adds on a large box of shoestring fries, covered in dirt seasoning and a drink that they state is 16oz, it's an 8oz drink, maybe they ordered the wrong cup sizes. The worst part is the food tastes terrible, definitely camp food. As mentioned previously, the seasoning on the fries; it is as if someone dropped the fries in the fire-pit dirt and still cooked and served them. They then went into the woods mushed up leaves to add to the lake water to make a runny tartar sauce, adding pine needles for flavor. They also definitely caught some fish and knew it wasn't enough fish so drowned it in beer batter to make it look bigger than it is. We understand everything is overpriced these days, but make it worth the price in taste at the very least! We threw out $32 worth of "food", in this economy....... That should tell you all you need to know. Edit: hi "Chef" sorry you do not deal well with others opinions of your food. I would love to hear what is inaccurate and unhinged about my review which stated my opinion of money I spent poorly at your establishment. I would like you to know, I never had plans of going back, or referring people to this establishment. Why would I spend more money at this establishment after I clearly stated how I did not enjoy the taste and cost of your food....? We swiftly walked to engine room with our party of 9 and happily enjoyed food there, despite the cost. Between with your responses you're driving customers further away... maybe have someone who isn't so emotionally attached review and respond to reviews since you can't do it without getting your panties in a bunch. Customer service is high value in any business. Calling my review inaccurate is a terrible choice of wording to make up for your flaws..... maybe take the criticism and do better... I mean others also mention bad food in their review.... read more

If I could give higher than a 5 star I would. The fish sandwich was perfect both in preparation and taste. The staff greet you with a smile and patiently answered my questions. The atmosphere was friendly and joyful. it was so nice to see customers who didn't know each other share friendly conversation. I'll be back for sure. read more

Charming spot, with a fun menu and pleasant folks behind the counter. Unfortunately it was all downhill from there. Our fish Sammie's were very average- heavy on the fry and lean on the fish. I really wanted to like this place, but I just can't recommend it. read more