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Aspen Restaurant, Old Saybrook, CT

Aspen Restaurant

4.8 (1763)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
2 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    James Martell, Chef de Cuisine
  • Catering
    Special Event Menus<br />Edwin Gonzalez<br /><br />Operations Manager<br /><br />860-395-5888<br /><br />edgonzalez8@gmail.com<br /><br />Jenna Landon<br /><br />Event Sales Manager<br /><br />860-572-1111<br /><br />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.
  • 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

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What 1,763 people are saying

Aspen Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Best Service

  • Middlesex

    Innovative

  • Middlesex

    Good for groups

  • Middlesex

    Healthy

  • Middlesex

    Lively

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aspen Restaurant delights with consistently "excellent food" and "superb service." Guests rave about the warm ambiance and creative, varied menu, featuring standout dishes like lobster Bolognese, mushroom crepe, and fresh seafood. The staff is "welcoming" and attentive, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended for both locals and visitors.
1,763 Reviews
  1. Elyna VIP

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was so attentive and the food is always amazing !!!

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  2. Lorenda

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food choices here never disappoint! We shared so many dishes and of course my favorite, the mushroom crepes! Christine gave us excellent service as always!

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  3. Neil

    Connecticut1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been going to Aspen since it opened. Consistently great meals and service.

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  4. Janice VIP

    New York City75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went with 3 friends before a performance at The Kate. We were sat immediately. Service was good and everyone enjoyed their lunches. I thought the clam chowder and grilled cheese were excellent. Two of the omen got the Aspen salad with grilled chicken. The chocolate dessert was excellent. It was quiet and had nice ambience. Parking in the back, but a little tricky to exit- no left turn from either exit.

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  5. George E VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Aspen is a restaurant that you can rely on for good food...each item and the overall selection. Service staff are welcoming and provide a personal level of service and attention. For a relaxed and pleasant environment combined with good food and service...it's The Aspen!

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  6. Alla

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is very delicious. I had a duck with SHIITAKE vegetables and jasmine rice. Loved it!!! Highly recommend this place!

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  7. Jean VIP

    Greater Boston44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Kate is the very best server!!! We always love it here. Food and atmosphere the best!! Jean C

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  8. Nancy VIP

    Connecticut6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious- lobster Bolognese was excellent as was the pork chop special. Service was excellent- highly recommend

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  9. Steven

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I have never had a bad meal at Aspen. I've eaten there many times over the last 13 years. Food is great. The new menu shuffles the deck a bit. Service is always friendly and top-notch. Even on an 'off night', it rates better than most. Steak, seafood, Asian-influenced, fresh ingredients, GREAT bread, excellent bar. It does fill up when you would expect, but eating in the bar is a great option. And coming a little early gets you a bit more elbow room. I love this place. I'll probably see you there.

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  10. Donna

    Connecticut19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are sorry we haven’t been here before. All employees were great, very professional and personable. They were all working non-stop. The food was delicious. I had the Aspen salad, simple salad but the dressing was perfect. Just enough flavoring without swimming in dressing. I had the salmon and it was cooked perfectly. My husband had the lobster bolognese and said it was delicious. After using the delicious bread to soak up the sauce, it almost looked like the bowl had not been used. No room for dessert so can’t comment on those. We will be back there again!

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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 4.8 stars by 1763 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Aspen Restaurant

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
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Special Event Menus<br />Edwin Gonzalez<br /><br />Operations Manager<br /><br />860-395-5888<br /><br />edgonzalez8@gmail.com<br /><br />Jenna Landon<br /><br />Event Sales Manager<br /><br />860-572-1111<br /><br />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.
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