Aspen Restaurant

4.7

1708 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

Aspen Restaurant Voted Best New Restaurant for 2009 by Connecticut Magazine.
A premiere destination dining experience, serving contemporary american cuisine with global accents.
Aspen Restaurant is Located on 2 main street in Old Saybrook,CT.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Closed Mon 11:30 am–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(860) 395-5888
Website
http://www.aspenct.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
James Martell, Chef de Cuisine
Catering
Special Event Menus Edwin Gonzalez Operations Manager 860-395-5888 edgonzalez8@gmail.com Jenna Landon Event Sales Manager 860-572-1111 jlandon@coastalgourmetct.com
Private party facilities
Descending under 'seemingly falling' leaves ensconced in glass, to the lower level is the 45-seat Amber Lounge, an intimate setting featuring a curved mahogany bar, a large organic stone fireplace and textured walls softly lit with slender alabaster panels. The Amber Lounge is a fabulous venue to host Special Events.

Location
2 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Neighborhood
Old Saybrook
Cross street
Boston Post Road
Parking details
large parking lot with lights
Public transit
Across the street from Amtrak Station/Shoreline East commuter train
Entertainment
The Amber Lounge features a contemporary style menu and Live Jazz every Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER$11.00
Puff Pastry Fleuron Garnish
DAILY SOUP SELECTION$10.00
SHRIMP & ASPARAGUS BISQUE$11.00
Maderia Cream, Chervil
MARKET SALAD (GF)$12.00
Baby Greens, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Spiced Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Balsamic Vinaigrette
GRILLED ROMAINE SALAD$13.00
Grilled Onion, Pancetta, Pecorino, Roasted Tomato, Avocado- Dill Dressing

SMALL PLATES

LOBSTER & BACON FRIED RICE$26.00
Crispy Vegetable Stir-Fry, Sweet Soy, Scallion
ASPEN CALAMARI$17.00
Tossed Hot Pickled Cherry Peppers, White Balsamic Agrodolce & Chili Aioli
KOBE BEEF POT STICKERS$18.00
House-Made with Crispy Fried Wontons, Sweet Ginger Soy Glaze, Napa Cabbage, Leek
PETITIE LAMB WELLINGTON$18.00
Local Seacoast Mushrooms, Shallot, Truffle, Golden Pastry, Rosemary Glace

MAIN PLATES

SEARED SALMON$32.00
8oz Wild Norwegian Salmon, Sautéed Broccoli Rabe, Parsnip Puree, Lemon Beurre Blanc
STONINGTON SEA SCALLOPS*
Pan Seared, Roasted Butternut Risotto, Toasted Pepita Gremolata, Citrus Prosecco Butter
BRAISED SHORT RIB*$38.00
Red Wine Demi-Glace, Yukon Gold Potato Puree, Smoked Almond Gremolata, Shaved Brussels Sprouts
LOBSTER BOLOGNESE$44.00
Lobster, Pappardelle Pasta, Pecorino Romano, Sherry-Tarragon Cream
PORK RIB CHOP*$32.00
12oz Chop, Yuzu Brown Butter Glaze, Gouda Stacked Potatoes, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Frizzy Onions

VALENTINE ADDITIONS

SMALL PLATES

LOBSTER EN CROUTE$24.00
Native Mushrooms, Sherry, Leek, Sweet Cream, Lobster Meat, Golden Puff Pastry
STRAWBERRIES & BRIE$14.00
Warm Double Crème, Hibiscus Flower, Thai Basil, Strawberry Chutney, Honeycomb
TIGER SHRIMP$16.00
Grilled, Toasted Almond Pesto, Couscous, Grilled Shallot, Balsamic Reduction
BEEF TENDERLOIN BROCHETTES$18.00
Royal Trumpet, Cipollini Onion, Chimichurri, Peruvian Pepper Relish
OYSTER TEMPURA$17.00
Celeriac-Caper Slaw, Pickled Red Onion Aioli, Micro Cilantro

ENTREES

CHILEAN SEABASS$44.00
Olive Oil Seared, Citron Foam, Risotto Florentine, Grey Barn Prufrock, Beurre Noisette
FILET MIGNON & LOBSTER$44.00
Grilled Petite Mignon, Butter Poached Half Tail, Truffle Sabayon, Camembert Pommes au Gratin, Haricot Verts
WAGYU BEEF$43.00
Grilled Flat Iron, Burgundy Reduction, Horseradish Glace, Allouette Whipped Potato, Broccolini
LAMB CHOPS$42.00
Grilled Half Rack, Pomegranate Glaze, Glace, Roasted Sunburst Squash, Crushed Marble Potato
BRICK PRESSED STATLER$34.00
Pan-Roasted Breast of Chicken, Prosciutto, White Fig, Marsala Glace, Whipped Potato, Swiss Chard

DESSERT

GRAND MARNIER CHOCOLATE MOUSSE$11.00
VANILLLA GAUFRETTE, CHOCOLATE DRIZZLE,$11.00
Creme Anglaise

What 1,708 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Middlesex
Best Service
Middlesex
Innovative
Middlesex
Hot spot
Middlesex
Neighborhood gem
Middlesex
Great for fine wines
Middlesex
Lively
Middlesex
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aspen Restaurant offers a remarkable dining experience with "impeccable service" and "outstanding food." Diners appreciate the "warm and inviting ambiance," making it perfect for special occasions. The menu is praised for its variety and innovative dishes, while the staff stands out for being "very attentive" and "customer-focused."

1,708 Reviews

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Susan
VIP
San Francisco
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Met a friend for an early dinner. As usual it was a CNN lively low key time for dinner. Our favorite server was there and she delivered impeccable and friendly service. She greeted us at the door with a warm hello. The food was excellent. I would highly recommend Aspen for lunch or dinner!
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Tom
VIP
New York City
104 reviews
5.0
104 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delightful dinner at Aspen. Apps were the grilled romaine and the grilled octopus. For entree, we both had the scallops and risotto. Simply delish. Service was efficient.
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Robert
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What can I say. We love this place from the food to the service it is exceptional start to finish
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Valerie
VIP
Greater Boston
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Carbonara was terrible, served with tons of dark meat chicken, and the sauce was broken. I was so mad because the server convinced me to get it, even though I planned to order the lobster panini. Husband's burger ordered medium was well done. Service was spotty. Very pricey given lack of food quality.
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Albert
VIP
Connecticut
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Courteous, friendly, prompt, efficient, Food was well prepared. Restaurant was less crowded than usual but still vibrant.
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Deana
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mushroom crepe and hangar steak, delicious! Pistachio ricotta cake very good too. Aspen is a new favorite.
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Christina
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and good. I had the Halibut dish, wonderful flavored dish! This place does not disappoint!
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Sue
VIP
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, lovely table near the fireplace as requested, although unfortunately they were unable to start the fireplace on a very cold night. But it still had great atmosphere and wonderful ambiance. Our waitress Lauren was great, very friendly and attentive. Food was excellent and I would highly recommend the lobster fried rice! We’ve been there many times before when we’ve had tickets for a show at The Kate and we will definitely go back again!
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Sebastian
VIP
New York City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Another great experience at Aspen! Wonderful bar, very accommodating, and great food. Great bartender & server!
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Marlene
New York City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eating out on New Years Eve dinner can sometimes be a challenge to enjoy due to the crowds. The food quality and service can be below expectations. Happily that was not the case at Aspen. The food was excellent and the server (Laura) was outstanding. We love going here and last night was as good as always.
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FAQs

Aspen Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 395-5888.

Aspen Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1708 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Boston Post Road
Neighborhood
Old Saybrook
Hours of operation
Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Closed Mon 11:30 am–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
large parking lot with lights
Public transit
Across the street from Amtrak Station/Shoreline East commuter train
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
James Martell, Chef de Cuisine
Entertainment
The Amber Lounge features a contemporary style menu and Live Jazz every Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.aspenct.com/
Phone number
(860) 395-5888
Catering
Special Event Menus Edwin Gonzalez Operations Manager 860-395-5888 edgonzalez8@gmail.com Jenna Landon Event Sales Manager 860-572-1111 jlandon@coastalgourmetct.com
Private party facilities
Descending under 'seemingly falling' leaves ensconced in glass, to the lower level is the 45-seat Amber Lounge, an intimate setting featuring a curved mahogany bar, a large organic stone fireplace and textured walls softly lit with slender alabaster panels. The Amber Lounge is a fabulous venue to host Special Events.

Aspen Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER

ASPEN BURGER

SEARED SALMON

SOUPS & SALADS

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER$11.00

DAILY SOUP SELECTION$10.00

SHRIMP & ASPARAGUS BISQUE$11.00

MARKET SALAD (GF)$12.00

GRILLED ROMAINE SALAD$13.00

SMALL PLATES

LOBSTER & BACON FRIED RICE$26.00

ASPEN CALAMARI$17.00

KOBE BEEF POT STICKERS$18.00

PETITIE LAMB WELLINGTON$18.00

MAIN PLATES

SEARED SALMON$32.00

STONINGTON SEA SCALLOPS*

BRAISED SHORT RIB*$38.00

LOBSTER BOLOGNESE$44.00

PORK RIB CHOP*$32.00

VALENTINE ADDITIONS

SMALL PLATES

LOBSTER EN CROUTE$24.00

STRAWBERRIES & BRIE$14.00

TIGER SHRIMP$16.00

BEEF TENDERLOIN BROCHETTES$18.00

OYSTER TEMPURA$17.00

ENTREES

CHILEAN SEABASS$44.00

FILET MIGNON & LOBSTER$44.00

WAGYU BEEF$43.00

LAMB CHOPS$42.00

BRICK PRESSED STATLER$34.00

DESSERT

GRAND MARNIER CHOCOLATE MOUSSE$11.00

VANILLLA GAUFRETTE, CHOCOLATE DRIZZLE,$11.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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