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    Samuel Slater's Restaurant

    3.7 (158 reviews)
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    Salmon udon bowl... so refreshing a complete dish by all measures !!

    Food was solid , cooked and designed well. Service was great staff is very nice and helpful. Really loud in here , wish I had sat outside maybe , seating is packed view is nice of lake .

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    Daniella M.

    So so so good! My third time coming and each time has been 10/10! The staff were again super friendly and attentive. The food was DELICIOUS and fresh. Very well seasoned. I'm so fussy about Mac n cheese and my daughter got the Mac and cheese and it was phenomenal! So creamy and gooey! Definitely can't wait to go back!

    Location & Atmosphere Nestled by the water, Samuel Slater's gives off cozy lodge vibes with a spacious interior that's both rustic and refined. The indoor space feels open and airy, with woodsy, natural tones that scream "weekend getaway." There's also a beautiful outdoor patio and a stadium setup--clearly made for live music nights and good vibes. Too bad it was rainy when we went, but you can tell it'd be a whole scene on a nice day. Food & Drinks We kicked things off with the mussels (yes, we had the muscles AND the mussels )--and they were solid. Flavorful garlic broth, meaty bites, and a soup base that had us nearly sipping from the bowl. Only thing missing? More bread! Don't tease us with great broth and not give enough to soak it up. For mains, I tried the Fun Guy Burger--a mushroom-forward twist on a classic. It was good, not mind-blowing, but satisfying for a casual bite. The menu leans heavy on American classics, so there's something for every picky eater in the group. ‍ Service & Hospitality Service was quick, efficient, and to-the-point--no fluff. Not super warm or chatty, but got the job done. Think of it like: "Hi, what can I get you?" instead of "Welcome! So glad you're here." Nothing bad, just not overly memorable either. Unique Selling Point The space itself is the star here. Between the large indoor dining room, waterfront views, and a full-on outdoor music setup, this place clearly knows how to host a good time. Come for a chill meal, then stay for the live music (when New England weather cooperates).

    Karissa C.

    Samuel Slater's is an AMAZING restaurant - beautiful ambiance, excellent service, an exceptional menu and OUTSTANDING cuisine. You can tell the chef/chefs really care about the food they make - everything is so fresh, delicious and carefully prepared. We LOVE coming here - and are never disappointed!

    Patrick B.

    Made reservations (necessary) loud? Not quite yet. Short walk from parking lot. Casual dress, met the waitress. Bathroom is close by. Open space/floor plan. Menus given. Water carafe placed on table. Asked for recommendations. Decided on clam chowder (super hot) and the crispy chicken wraps. Main courses were rib eye and Tagliatelle Bolognese. Both cooked very nicely. Substituted the Brussels sprouts for asparagus. Truffle and Parmesan fries. Tasty, but a baked potato would have been fine too. No rush, waitress was super attentive. Dessert was to go and the bolognese was taken home as well. Deserves a second visit to try the other dinner choices. Super easy to go to. Nice views of the lake.

    Our view from where we were seated. The beach was just below.
    Brenda M.

    The food, the service, the atmosphere... ALL top notch! This was our first (and definitely not our LAST) time dining at Samuel Slater's at Indian Ranch. What an all around wonderful experience! We were seated right away- we chose outside seating because it was a beautiful day! I could sit there all day watching all of the activity on Lake Chaubunagungamaug! The food? I had the brisket (which came with coleslaw, pickles and cornbread- all homemade), which was the BEST brisket I've ever had; moist and flavorful. My husband had the 2 meat selection (brisket and pulled pork). We shared an Oreo cheesecake slice for desert. The service? Superb- attentive, friendly and helpful. You can't beat that! I HIGHLY recommend Samuel Slater's! Can't wait to go back!

    Winter Cove salad with steak tips

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    Fantastic everything!! Wonderful service, amazing wine selection and the menu is brilliant. We will be back again and again!

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    Great service- Alysia P , music, food. Good view. Expand Vegetarian menu if you can. I suggest a good bread pudding for the dessert menu.

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    Great service. Amazing food. I'd eat here every night if I could. Feels like reservations are a good idea.

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    Beautiful place. Great food. It was packed both times we have gone there. Definitely recommend

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    Samuel Slater's Restaurant - newamerican - Updated June 2026

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