Best Date Night Restaurants in Centerbrook

12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Griswold Inn

4.5

Price: Expensive

• American • Essex

Booked 23 times today

The Griswold Inn is an inn and restaurant located in the historic seaport village of Essex. The Gris, as it is affectionately known, has been in continous operation since 1776.`Currently we are offering dine in, dine out, and Gris To Go! Inside, guests may enjoy dining in historic, art-filled rooms which exude character, charm and tradition. Seating for the alfresco experience is available on a first-come, first-served basis, with the exception of larger parties of 7 or more which may be made by calling 860.767.1776. The Inn boasts a wine list consistently recognized by Wine Spectator with the prestigious Award of Excellence; Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure have recently recognized the Inn's restaurant as "Connecticut's coziest" and it is included in Patricia Schulz's "1000 Places to See Before You Die". The Griswold Inn is also the recipient of Connecticut's Highest Award for Hospitality. The best of old and new meet here.

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2. The Wine Bar & Bistro at The Griswold Inn

4.9

Exceptional(83)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Essex

Booked 5 times today

The Wine Bar at The Griswold Inn is an extraordinary space in which to enjoy a delicious experience in every respect. It features an innovative tapas menu, inspired "macro" plates, artisanal cheeses and handcrafted desserts. The menu changes periodically to take advantage of all that characterizes a particular season, though there are a few classics that remain on the menu throughout the year, like its very popular Grilled and Carved Bistro Steak, served with white truffle-laced pommes frites, arugula,and red wine jus. A consistent winner of Wine Spectator's prestigious Award of Excellence, it offers numerous wines by the glass, wine flights, and a more extensive bottle list. A full-service bar is also available. A creative and accomplished chef and a knowledgeable and attentive service staff complete the experience.

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3. The Brushmill by the Waterfall

4.5

Awesome(567)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Chester

Booked 10 times today

The Brushmill By The Waterfall is a restaurant and tavern featuring contemporary cuisine in an elegant setting overlooking a romantic waterfall on the Pattaconk Creek located in picturesque Chester, Connecticut.

4. Liv's Oyster Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2685)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Old Saybrook

Booked 3 times today

Opening in 2006, Liv’s Oyster Bar and Restaurant quickly became a dining destination in Old Saybrook. Inspired by his daughter, Olivia, and years of experience in the restaurant industry, owner John Brescio set out with a desire to welcome the community to his family’s table.Dining at Liv’s, whether in the main room, at the bar, or on the patio, is an experience to be savored with friends and family long after summer on the shoreline has past.John Brescio also serves as Liv’s Executive Chef, creating simple, focused dishes with an emphasis on local ingredients, and the stunning seafood that the area provides. The menu at Liv’s changes with the seasons, bringing guests a true taste of the pristine environment. John works closely with Liv’s partners to make sure only the best produce is used, as he would serve nothing less to his family.Together with his exceptional staff, John welcomes you to the special experience he’s created at Liv’s Oyster Bar.

5. Aspen Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1696)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Old Saybrook

Booked 18 times today

Aspen Restaurant is a great spot for date night, as evidenced by one reviewer who stated it would be their new date night spot. The ambiance is described as cozy and perfect for a special occasion. The menu offers a variety of dishes with global accents, and the service is consistently excellent. Plus, the dual-sided fireplace creates a lovely atmosphere.

6. La Marea

4.8

Exceptional(1776)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Saybrook

Booked 10 times today

Savor the authentic tastes of Italy when you dine at La Marea. Located on the shoreline of CT in Old Saybrook, our family owned Italian restaurant prepares northern and southern Italian cuisine using a mix of the finest imports from Italy as well as fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Gluten Free and Vegetarian options are available. Enjoy your dining experience in either our dining room or be sure to reserve a seat at our conversational hi-top tables or at the bar in our lounge.Important: when making a reservation through OpenTable there is an option to make a reservation at a high top table in the bar area or standard table which is in the dining room. If the high top option does not pop up as an option for you then that means that there are NO High Top tables available at those times. If you would like to reserve bar seats please leave us a note or call us. See you soon! Take-out available

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7. Rustica Ristorante - Chester

4.7

Exceptional(1308)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Chester

Booked 1 time today

Authentic Italian Food!!!UNDER THE STATE LAW DUE TO COVID-19, RUSTICA RISTORANTE HAS IMPLEMENTED HEALTHY AND SAFE PRECAUTIONS FOR OUR EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS. OUR OUTDOOR SEATING ALLOWS YOU TO INTERACT WITH EACH OTHER SAFELY

8. Café Routier

4.8

Exceptional(2156)

Price: Moderate

• American • Westbrook

Booked 12 times today

Café Routier is a perfect date night spot with its romantic ambiance and excellent service. Reviewers mention the 'cozy and romantic' setting, and 'friendly and accommodating' staff. Plus, the food is consistently praised for its quality and innovation. It's the perfect place to enjoy a 'delightful' French-inspired meal in a 'changing' yet 'focused' setting.

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9. Surfridge Brewing Company

4.8

Exceptional(40)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • Centerbrook

Booked 7 times today

Wood fired Artisanal pizza and brewpub. Cold and hot share plates, Neapolitan Pies, and chef driven cuisine. House brewed beers, wines, mixology. Large patio, family and dog friendly.

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10. Little Pub- Old Saybrook

4.5

Awesome(130)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Saybrook

Booked 7 times today

Great food, generous drinks, and a lively pub atmosphere you'll feel right at home in. A rustic neighborhood gathering place with a relentless focus on customer service, value, and fun.

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JeanVIP
Greater Boston •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
An extraordinary experience- all was perfect!!! Highly recommend!!!
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The Brushmill by the WaterfallPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Chester
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4.5
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Lisa
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Festive and fun and delicious! Great food and ambience!
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The Wine Bar & Bistro at The Griswold InnPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Essex
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4.9
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Mary
Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The Griswold Inn is such a special place during the holidays. It was decorated beautifully, and the singers really made the evening very special. The service was excellent, and the food particularly good. I note that because the restaurant was definitely full, so clearly there was a lot going on in the kitchen. We come every year during the holidays, and will continue to follow this tradition. Of course we enjoy it at other times of the year as well. It is a great asset to our community.
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The Griswold InnPrice: Expensive• American• Essex
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4.5
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Lisa
Connecticut •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We often go to concerts at The Kate, which is right down the street, and we almost always dine at Liv's before the show. The food is always excellent and the service is always attentive and friendly. This last dinner was no exception, from the friendly greeting at the reception stand to the competence and attention of our server. We enjoyed the meal very much -- the kitchen's preparation of fish and seafood is a standout -- and will certainly be back.
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Liv's Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Old Saybrook
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4.8
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Mary
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Café Routier continues to be a special place for us to have dinner. Everything was delicious! Every dessert is delicious as well!
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Café RoutierPrice: Moderate• American• Westbrook
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4.8

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. The Griswold Inn

2. The Wine Bar & Bistro at The Griswold Inn

3. The Brushmill by the Waterfall

4. Liv's Oyster Bar

5. Aspen Restaurant

6. La Marea

7. Rustica Ristorante - Chester

8. Café Routier

9. Surfridge Brewing Company

10. Little Pub- Old Saybrook

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