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Connecticut Magazine's Best of CT 2022: Food + Drink
155 winners, including our Editors' Picks and the results of our Readers' Choice poll.
A guide to Coastal Connecticut seafood shacks
Skippers has two locations: one in Niantic and one in Old Saybrook. The restaurant opened in 2003 and is open all year round. It stayed in service during the pandemic with takeout and curbside service for its customers. The menu features fried sea scallop dinners, lobster rolls, steak and cheese sandwiches (for land lovers) and more.
8 Towns in Connecticut With Thriving Local Businesses
Loved for its laid-back coastal atmosphere and epic Atlantic Ocean views, this slice of heaven on the Niantic Bay is a popular stop for tourists on a New England itinerary. Niantic boasts a lovely boardwalk lined with a diverse mix of locally-owned businesses, from antique shops and craft stores to restaurants. The atmosphere throughout this town is perfect for socializing and engaging in casual retail therapy. Anna Pearl's Curiosities sells beautiful souvenir items, including jewelry, vintage stuff, classic art, and other collectibles. The restaurant scene is buzzing in Niantic, with oceanfront outlets like Skippers Seafood and Cafe Sol serving the best local flavors.
