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Old Lyme Inn, Old Lyme, CT

Old Lyme Inn

4.7
4.7
682 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
The Old Lyme Inn’s restaurant and bar offers guests contemporary New England Fare in a casual yet elegant atmosphere. Our chef embraces the changing seasons and bounty of the Connecticut River Valley to offer creative menus that change weekly.
Since it's opening in April 2012, the restaurant has quickly become a celebrated meeting place for visitors and locals alike. The inn boasts three different dining rooms, a grand eight seat bar and a fireplace adorned library. The Side Door Jazz Club offers shows every Friday and Saturday night and has been recognized by 'Down Beat' magazine as one of the best jazz venues in the world.
Whether you're joining us for our famous 'Jazzy' brunch, cozying up with a friend at our afternoon tea or enjoying an elegant dinner before a show at the Side Door; we can't wait to exceed your expectations.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pub, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 434-2600
  • Website
    http://www.oldlymeinn.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sichanh Patana
  • Private party facilities
    The Peterson room is the ideal size for an intimate party for 18 guests. Our more formal, larger main dining room will accommodate up to 70 guests.During good weather our patio has served as a wonderful pre-dinner cocktail site.
  • Location
    85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371
  • Neighborhood
    Old Lyme
  • Cross street
    Boston Post Rd.
  • Parking details
    Large open parking lot on property.
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment on selected evenings in the lobby or when whether permitting our patio.Visit theSideDoor, a premier jazz club featuring world renowned jazz artist as well has local jazz artists. Selected by Connecticut Magazine for 2014 as Best Live Jazz in Connecticut. Please visit our website for upcoming shows.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Galentine's Afternoon Tea

    $25.00 - $45.00 per person

    Feb 1, 2025 - Feb 22, 2025
    Celebrate Valentine's Day every Saturday for the month of February with our 'Galentine's Day' tea! However, it's not only for the gals... We'll be featuring Harney's and Son's chocolate-rose Valentine's Day tea, as well as our signature 'Paris' and Earl Grey. Sweets will include conversation heart cookies, chocolate-merlot cupcakes, chocolate pot de creme , red velvet cheesecake bites and our famous chocolate-cherry scones. Don't forget about the savory- brie and cranberry tartlets, beet & goat cheese crostini and roast beef pinwheels...oh my! Little cherubs will get to choose a grilled cheese or nutella and fluff and of course, hot chocolate. We We do ask if you are gluten free to please include that in your reservation notes.
    Galentine's Afternoon Tea Photo

  • Lucky Tea

    $45.00 per person

    Mar 1, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025
    Erin go Bragh! Join us for our 'Lucky' Tea every Saturday in March. Our Irish themed afternoon tea menu will include soda bread scones, shamrock cookies, shortbread toffee bars and guiness cupcakes. For savory bites, we'll be featuring corned beef pinwheels, Irish cheese 'toasties' and much more. Make your afternoon tea extra bubbly with our 'Pot of Gold' prosecco cocktail. Reserve your tea time between 11:30am-2pm.
    Lucky Tea Photo

  • Lucky Tea

    $25.00 - $45.00 per person

    Mar 1, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025
    Erin go Bragh! Join us for our 'Lucky' Tea every Saturday in March. Our Irish themed afternoon tea menu will include oatmeal-raisin scones, millionaire bars, shamrock cookies, Irish gingersnaps and Guinness cupcakes. For savory bites, we'll be featuring corned beef pinwheels, Irish egg salad, and much more. Make your afternoon tea extra bubbly with our 'Pot of Gold' prosecco cocktail. Reserve your tea time between 11:30am-2pm.
    Lucky Tea Photo

Menu

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What 682 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New London

    Best Food

  • New London

    Best Service

  • New London

    Best Ambiance

  • New London

    Best Value

  • New London

    Innovative

  • New London

    Hot spot

  • New London

    Neighborhood gem

  • New London

    Great for fine wines

  • New London

    Romantic

  • New London

    Great for scenic views

  • New London

    Good for special occasions

  • New London

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Lyme Inn offers a "charming and historic" atmosphere with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests enjoy the "Jazzy brunch" and afternoon tea experiences. The ambiance is enhanced by live jazz music, creating a "memorable" dining experience. While some mention occasional service delays, the overall experience is praised as "outstanding."

682 Reviews

  1. John

    Connecticut

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second time there . We had a great time and will continue to come and enjoy.

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  2. Sue

    Wilmington

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    They were understaffed . We were on time for our reservation. The host told us there were 4 other parties ahead of us . Had to wait 20 minutes for our table . Did not have a bartender available as there was another event going on . Waited another 1/2 hour to get our appetizer. Everything else was late for a price fixed menu . Many other people were noticeably upset . Not a good evening for a valentines special dinner .

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Eric

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Entered restaurant to manager/hostess asking how are you without making eye contact while looking at computer said good how are you back and her response was ugh I ve been better. 35 minute wait on a reservation with no offer of anything while waiting-beverage/bread. Good food but served Luke warm. Risotto was undercooked not Al dente but hard and crunchy in center. Server was emotionally flat not hiding her contempt and tiredness at all. Valentines meal with a jazz show in next room and attendees of that show having to pass through dining by table to access bathrooms. No parking in lot forced luckily driving suv forced to drive through snow bank and park in ice almost fell. Will not return and definitely not recommend for a special occasion. So many better options

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Michelle

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was excellent as always. Great restaurant for Valentine’s Day. 😊❤️

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  5. anne

    VIP

    New York City

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my sons birthday with my family! The food was very good, and the Jazz was wonderful!! My 2 grandchildren age 7 and 10 also enjoyed every. !!!

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  6. George

    Greater Boston

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I won't mention the secret to our special evening, but it was due to the delightful hostess and the wait service. A really lovely dinner.

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  7. Kathleen

    VIP

    New York City

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really tasty food!! From soup to salad to apps to meal, amazing. Service was super professional and friendly. We ate dinner before the show and got 10% off! We’ll be back!!

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  8. Nancy

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A friend and I had lunch at the Old Lyme Inn during a long weekend at the Connecticut shore. The building is charming and historic, across the street from the Florence Griswold Museum. The staff was friendly and welcoming. It was a cold day, and they seated us for in a table for two by the fire. The service was attentive but unobtrusive. The food was delicious, and the servings were generous. Lunch at the Old Lyme Inn was one of the highlights of a memorable winter weekend.

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  9. C .

    VIP

    Connecticut

    116 reviews

    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Sunday brunch/lunch experience with excellent food and live jazz music.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Mike

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, fun time with the jazz music, too

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FAQs

Old Lyme Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 682 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Old Lyme Inn

85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Boston Post Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Old Lyme
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Pub, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Large open parking lot on property.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sichanh Patana
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment on selected evenings in the lobby or when whether permitting our patio.Visit theSideDoor, a premier jazz club featuring world renowned jazz artist as well has local jazz artists. Selected by Connecticut Magazine for 2014 as Best Live Jazz in Connecticut. Please visit our website for upcoming shows.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.oldlymeinn.com/
  • Phone number
    (860) 434-2600
  • Private party facilities
    The Peterson room is the ideal size for an intimate party for 18 guests. Our more formal, larger main dining room will accommodate up to 70 guests.During good weather our patio has served as a wonderful pre-dinner cocktail site.
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