25 Essential Groton Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Groton.
Captain Daniel Packer Inne
Connecticut
Old colonial inn housing an English pub with a bustling bar area & refined upstairs dining room.
The Cooked Goose
Connecticut
American breakfast & lunch staples & housemade baked goods in quaint digs with outdoor seating.
Taqueria Cinco
Connecticut
Low-key counter-serve eatery offering traditional Mexican fare such as tacos & burritos.
Mystic Pizza
Groton, Connecticut
This nostalgic pizza spot that inspired the 1988 film serves up pies in a memorabilia-filled space.
Pink Basil
Groton, Connecticut
Casual kitchen with a patio, serving classic Thai, Japanese, Korean & Vietnamese fare, plus sushi.
Jealous Monk
Groton, Connecticut
Bratwurst, schnitzel & international brews served in a convivial place with a beer garden.
Peking Tokyo
Groton, Connecticut
Sleek, dimly lit Asian-fusion spot with a sushi bar & a menu of Chinese & Japanese entrees.
Pasta Fresca & Piadina
Groton, Connecticut
A neighborhood mom-&-pop spot known for super-sized grinders & homemade Italian specialties.
Dog Watch Cafe
Groton, Connecticut
Relaxed restaurant offering BBQ fare, sandwiches & seafood along with outdoor seating & lawn games.
The Mariner
Groton, Connecticut
Nautical-themed establishment serving a variety of classic seafood & steak options.
Paul's Pasta Shop
Groton, Connecticut
Family-run joint doling out huge servings of housemade pasta & other Italian eats on the riverfront.
Kitchen Little
Groton, Connecticut
American eatery serving breakfast favorites & seafood in homey digs with patio seats & marina views.
Olio Restaurant & Bar
Groton, Connecticut
New American fare in a high-energy, contemporary setting where candles line the entrance.
Mango's Wood-Fired Pizza Co.
Groton, Connecticut
Comfy spot with a deck & indoor seating serving thin-crust pies, microbrews & locally made sodas.
Corner Thai Cafe
Groton, Connecticut
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Stonington Pizza Palace
Groton, Connecticut
Small pie parlor with a bar, also serving grinders, pasta, seafood & a few Greek favorites.
Norm's Diner
Groton, Connecticut
Old-school dining car with counter stools for breakfast favorites, burgers & other American grub.
Jeremiah's Restaurant & Tavern
Groton, Connecticut
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Angie's Pizza & Pier 27 Lounge
Groton, Connecticut
Laid-back haunt featuring classic pizza, grinders, pasta & burgers, plus sports on TV & a full bar.
Longo Ristorante
Groton, Connecticut
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
B&B Dockside
Groton, Connecticut
This popular, snug spot with a warm vibe & bar seats showcases breakfast fare & creative burgers.
Engine Room
Groton, Connecticut
Rustic-chic eatery offering New American comfort food, plus craft beers & a large bourbon selection.
Sneekers Cafe
Groton, Connecticut
Festive gameday hangout offers a a wide menu of American comfort fare in cozy digs with live music.
Go Fish Restaurant
Groton, Connecticut
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list.
Han Tang Palace
Groton, Connecticut
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.