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Fresh Salt, Old Saybrook, CT

Fresh Salt

4.5 (1557)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Two Bridge Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 55 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
Fresh Salt is more than just a restaurant; it is a place to enjoy one another’s company and experience the breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound quietly intertwined with the Connecticut River. Utilizing the chef’s simple yet high quality approach, the fresh, seasonal local ingredients of Connecticut are transformed into beautifully inspired dishes. Our Local Food Commitment allows us to work with local farmers and artisans to ensure the quality of locally grown ingredients from the sea, land and soil. These fresh ingredients and vibrant tastes of Fresh Salt are available daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located right on the water means seriously fresh seafood and our menu definitely delivers. From the beloved Lobster Roll to the cherished Clam Chowder and so many more specialties, Fresh Salt dishes are guaranteed to please every palate. We offer indoor and outdoor dining, outdoor dining is based on a first come first serve basis, outdoor dining is non-reservable.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon, Fri, Sat 7:30 am–11:00 am Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 388-1111
  • Website
    http://www.saybrook.com/Dining
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We have several private function rooms including the Waterfront Gallery, Riverside Room, Fenwick Hall, and Fireside Wine Room which are available for parties of 8 or more.
  • Location
    Two Bridge Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
  • Neighborhood
    Old Saybrook
  • Cross street
    Route 154
  • Parking details
    There is no charge for on-site parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Fresh Salt's menu was last updated on 5/16/2025.

Lobster Eggstravaganza

Breakfast

  • Fresh Salt Lobster Omelet

    • Applewood-Smoked Bacon

      • Sage Breakfast Sausage

        • BLT “Bacon, Lobster & Tomato” Eggs Benedict

          • Lobster Brioche Bread Pudding

            • Herb & Garlic Roasted Potatoes

              Waffle Station

              • Malted Waffles, Pure Maple Syrup

                • Gluten Free Waffles

                  • Savory Malted Lobster Waffles

                    • Traditional Toppings

                      Soup & Salads

                      • Lobster Bisque

                        • Caprese Salad

                          • Greek Style Chicken & Rice Salad

                            • Caesar Salad

                              • Mediterranean Farro Salad

                                Entrées

                                • Broccolini & Sausage Ravioli

                                  Pesto Cream

                                  • Herb Crusted Cod

                                    Tomato, Fennel & Saffron Broth

                                    • Shrimp, Scallops, Sausage

                                      Broccoli Rabe, White Polenta

                                      • Chicken Piccata

                                        • Israeli Couscous Pilaf

                                          • Vegetable Medley

                                            Pasta Station

                                            • Campanelle, Pappardelle, Penne (GF)

                                              Sauces to include: Lobster Parmesan Cream, Fresh Salt Cioppino

                                              Carving Station

                                              • Black Angus Ribeye

                                                Horseradish Cream

                                                • Smoked Ham

                                                  Whole Grain Honey Mustard

                                                  Dessert

                                                  • Freshly Baked Pastries, Seasonal Tarts

                                                    • Assorted Cakes, Pies & Cookies

                                                      Last updated: May 16, 2025

                                                      What 1,557 people are saying

                                                      Fresh Salt 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

                                                      4.5
                                                      4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                      • 4.5Food
                                                      • 4.6Service
                                                      • 4.6Ambience
                                                      • 4.1Value

                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                      Loved For

                                                      • Connecticut

                                                        Seafood

                                                      • Middlesex

                                                        Great for brunch

                                                      • Middlesex

                                                        Great for outdoor dining

                                                      • Middlesex

                                                        Romantic

                                                      • Middlesex

                                                        Good for special occasions

                                                      • Middlesex

                                                        Most Booked

                                                      Review summary

                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                      Fresh Salt offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "beautiful views" of the marina. Known for its "best bloody marys" and "fantastic Sunday brunch," the restaurant excels in both service and ambiance. Diners rave about the "attentive" staff and the "phenomenal" halibut special.

                                                      1,557 Reviews

                                                      1. Lucille VIP

                                                        New York City25 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        What can I say!!! Always wonderful. Food is excellent and service bar none. That k you Anna for running such a great ship. Jordan was fabulous!

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                                                      2. Lisa

                                                        Connecticut1 review

                                                        4.0

                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Great environment and service. Food is good but not as great as it should be given the higher price points.

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                                                      3. glenna

                                                        Connecticut1 review

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Always delightful especially brunch best bloody marys

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                                                      4. Paula

                                                        Orlando8 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on May 18, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Amazing food, beautiful view. Will definitely be back soon.

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                                                      5. Julie

                                                        New York City1 review

                                                        4.0

                                                        Dined on May 18, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                        2. Food 4
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Fresh Salt was a good Sunday 12:45pm Marina restaurant choice. Eggs Benedict was as expected, service and atmosphere excellent, Bloody Mary average.

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                                                      6. Patti VIP

                                                        Philadelphia21 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on May 17, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        We always stop at Fresh Salt for lunch on our journey from Bucks County, PA to southern Maine. As usual it was an excellent experience…superb waiter!!!..excellent food and ambience!!! We also lucked out with a beautiful day…. Highly recommend Fresh Salt…

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                                                      7. Mary VIP

                                                        Connecticut9 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on May 13, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Had a great 30th anniversary with my husband, food and service was great all the way through desert! Our waiter Jeff was wonderful!

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                                                      8. Hillary

                                                        Greater Boston6 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on May 11, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        A charming place at which to dine! My husband and I have made this a go-to for my birthday for a couple of years now, and it’s definitely one of our favorites. The food is delicious : I had the ribeye and it was cooked to perfection! Waitstaff was very polite and helpful.

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                                                      9. Michael

                                                        New York City6 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on May 3, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Everything was great but The clam chowder was amazing

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                                                      10. Douglas

                                                        Greater Boston17 reviews

                                                        5.0

                                                        Dined on May 3, 2025

                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                        2. Food 5
                                                        3. Service 5
                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                        Pleasantly lively atmosphere, good service and intentive staff. And the food was absolutely excellent. 

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                                                      FAQs

                                                      Fresh Salt offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 388-1111.

                                                      Fresh Salt is rated 4.5 stars by 1557 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                      4. Middlesex
                                                      5. Old Saybrook

                                                      Make a reservation

                                                      2 people
                                                      7:00 PM
                                                      Booked 55 times today
                                                      Google Map for Fresh Salt

                                                      Two Bridge Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

                                                      Additional information

                                                      • Cross street
                                                        Route 154
                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                        Old Saybrook
                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                        Breakfast Mon, Fri, Sat 7:30 am–11:00 am Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
                                                      • Price
                                                        $31 to $50
                                                      • Cuisines
                                                        Seafood, Contemporary American
                                                      • Dining style
                                                        Casual Dining
                                                      • Dress code
                                                        Resort Casual
                                                      • Parking details
                                                        There is no charge for on-site parking.
                                                      • Payment options
                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                      • Additional
                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                      • Website
                                                        http://www.saybrook.com/Dining
                                                      • Phone number
                                                        (860) 388-1111
                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                        We have several private function rooms including the Waterfront Gallery, Riverside Room, Fenwick Hall, and Fireside Wine Room which are available for parties of 8 or more.
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