Aspen Restaurant

Name: Aspen Restaurant
Address: 2 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT, United States, 06475
Telephone: (860) 395-5888
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1741)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

2 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

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2 people

Jun 20, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 21 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
(860) 395-5888
Website
http://www.aspenct.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
James Martell, Chef de Cuisine
Catering
Special Event Menus Edwin Gonzalez Operations Manager 860-395-5888 edgonzalez8@gmail.com Jenna Landon Event Sales Manager 860-572-1111 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.

Location
2 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
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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Popular dishes

BAKED BRIE$11.00
Double Crème, Yuzu Marmalade, Cashew, Puff Pastry
CRISPY SHRIMP$16.00
Tempura Shrimp, Butter Lettuce, Yuzu-Wasabi, Furikake, Green Onion
BUFFALO CHICKEN EGGROLLS$13.00
Crispy Eggrolls, Pulled Chicken, Buffalo, Scallion, Bleu Cheese Dip
ASPEN WINGS$13.00
Sweet Teriyaki-Gochujang, Scallion, Sesame
SHORT RIB PASTIES$14.00
Braised Short Rib, Caramelized Onion, Golden Pastry Crust, Demi-Glace
TRUFFLE FRIES$10.00

Specialty Cocktails

COOL AS A CUCUMBER $10.00
Cucumber Vodka, Fresh Muddled Cucumber, White Cranberry Juice, House- Made Sour Mix
ASPEN 75$10.00
London Dry Gin, Prosecco, Muddled Blueberries, House-Made Sour Mix, Simple Syrup
ASPEN RUM PUNCH$10.00
Spiced Rum, Aperol, Bacardi, Guava Juice, Orgeat, Simple Syrup, Angostura Bitter, Soda Water & a squeeze of Lime Wedge
HONEY - HABANERO MARGARITA$10.00
House Infused Habanero Tequila, House -Made Honey Shrub, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
ASPEN WHITE SANGRIA $10.00
Dry White Wine, Peachtree Schnapps, Aperol, Cointreau, Triple Sec & Fruit Juices
ASPEN RED SANGRIA $10.00
Red Wine, Spiced Rum, Cranberry Juice & Guava Juice
PLUMBISCUS$10.00
Plum Vodka, Domaine De Canton, House -Made Sour Mix, White Cranberry Juice, Hibiscus Syrup

Wines by The Glass

Sparkling, Whites, Rose, Reds

Brut, Charles de Fère $9.00
Sparkling
Prosecco, Brut La Marca $9.00
Sparkling
Riesling, St. Urbans-Hof Nik Weis $10.00
White Wine
Pinot Grigio, St. Michael-Eppan $8.00
White Wine
Sauvignon Blanc, Rapaura Springs$9.00
White Wine
Chardonnay, Scott Family$11.00
White Wine
Rose, Chateau Minuty 'M'$12.00
Rose
Pinot Noir, Meiomi$11.00
Red Wine
Malbec Reserve El Esteco Don David$8.00
Red Wine
Merlot, Milbrandt$7.00
Red Wine
Cabernet Sauvignon, Browne Family$10.00
Red Wine

Beers

Drafts & Bottles

Allagash White Belgian Witbier , ME$6.00
Draft Beer
Haze for Horses IPA, Barn Brew Co. CT$6.00
Draft Beer
Pa's Pilsner, Barn Brew Co. CT$6.00
Draft Beer
Stella Artois, Belgium$6.00
Draft Beer
Amstel Light$5.00
Bottle Beer
Budweiser$5.00
Bottle Beer
Bud Light$5.00
Bottle Beer
Coors Light$5.00
Bottle Beer
Corona$5.00
Bottle Beer
Heineken$5.00
Bottle Beer
Michelob Ultra$5.00
Bottle Beer
Sam Adams$5.00
Bottle Beer

What 1,741 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Middlesex
Innovative
Middlesex
Healthy
Middlesex
Neighborhood gem
Middlesex
Romantic
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Review summary

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Aspen Restaurant is a "hidden gem" that consistently delights with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Known for its warm atmosphere and "creative dishes," Aspen offers a memorable dining experience with highlights like "wild mushroom crepe" and "clam chowder," making it a top choice for both locals and visitors.

1,741 Reviews

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Judi VIP
Greater Boston105 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fresh fish was well prepared. Steak was top quality and cooked exactly as ordered. Creative drinks and desserts. Same for appetizers. Service was outstanding. Great dining experience.
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Sara VIP
New York City30 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely spot, with an amazingly yummy and creative menu, fabulous service and ambiance. And you can shop afterwards! What more does one need?
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Lynette
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous new menu! If you haven't been in a while I suggest going back !!
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Christine
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Met all expectations, great food, great staff, would definitely go back
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Alphonse
Greater Boston61 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Neal’s were very well prepared and presented.
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Nancy VIP
New York City37 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
So we had a wonderful server, My husband ordered the Filet. It was great I on the other hand ordered the Stoningtone scallops They were small & salty Sent them back Bottom line is the manager & server made it all right
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Diane VIP
New York City28 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were delighted with our lunch yesterday at Aspen. The clam chowder was delicious, prepared in a well seasoned creamy broth, seasoned perfectly with fresh herbs , combined with the right amount of clams and potatoes. We highly recommend giving this chowder a try. We would say, it is the best in Connecticut! For lunch we had shrimp and fish and chips, both dishes were terrific!
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Michael
New York City21 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food quite good as usual….but waited 20 minutes after salad plates cleared until main course was served! And restaurant not that busy.
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David
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent menu and the food was delicious. They had local craft beers available and an extensive wine list. We couldn't have been happier with our meal.
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Lucille VIP
New York City30 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aspen is a hidden gem among the restaurants here in Old Saybrook. From the moment you walk in you're greeted with a warmth that carries over into the entire dining experience. Our server, Christine, whom we have had take care of us many times is the quintessential example of how hospitality and service were meant to be. She reads the room. Makes great suggestions! Her timing is impeccable. We decided on small plates last night and as always, Aspen did not disappoint! I highly recommend the grilled romaine salad! Next we had our favorite, the wild mushroom crepe. Delicate and wonderful flavors. Finally, we shared the appetizer of the day which was grilled lamb chops over a Gorgonzola polenta - exquisite! If you are looking for a great place to dine, make Aspen your next reservation
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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 1741 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 20, 2025

11:00 PM

Booked 21 times today

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

Website
http://www.aspenct.com/
Phone number
(860) 395-5888
Catering
Special Event Menus Edwin Gonzalez Operations Manager 860-395-5888 edgonzalez8@gmail.com Jenna Landon Event Sales Manager 860-572-1111 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.

Aspen Restaurant

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER

SEARED TUNA

SEARED SALMON

Bar Bites

BAKED BRIE$11.00

CRISPY SHRIMP$16.00

BUFFALO CHICKEN EGGROLLS$13.00

ASPEN WINGS$13.00

SHORT RIB PASTIES$14.00

TRUFFLE FRIES$10.00

Specialty Cocktails

COOL AS A CUCUMBER $10.00

ASPEN 75$10.00

ASPEN RUM PUNCH$10.00

HONEY - HABANERO MARGARITA$10.00

ASPEN WHITE SANGRIA $10.00

ASPEN RED SANGRIA $10.00

PLUMBISCUS$10.00

Wines by The Glass

Brut, Charles de Fère $9.00

Prosecco, Brut La Marca $9.00

Riesling, St. Urbans-Hof Nik Weis $10.00

Pinot Grigio, St. Michael-Eppan $8.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Rapaura Springs$9.00

Chardonnay, Scott Family$11.00

Rose, Chateau Minuty 'M'$12.00

Pinot Noir, Meiomi$11.00

Malbec Reserve El Esteco Don David$8.00

Merlot, Milbrandt$7.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Browne Family$10.00

Beers

Allagash White Belgian Witbier , ME$6.00

Haze for Horses IPA, Barn Brew Co. CT$6.00

Pa's Pilsner, Barn Brew Co. CT$6.00

Stella Artois, Belgium$6.00

Amstel Light$5.00

Budweiser$5.00

Bud Light$5.00

Coors Light$5.00

Corona$5.00

Heineken$5.00

Michelob Ultra$5.00

Sam Adams$5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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