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La Marea, Old Saybrook, CT

La Marea

4.9 (1824)
$31 to $50
Italian
732 Middlesex Tpke, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Savor the authentic tastes of Italy when you dine at La Marea. Located on the shoreline of CT in Old Saybrook, our family owned Italian restaurant prepares northern and southern Italian cuisine using a mix of the finest imports from Italy as well as fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Gluten Free and Vegetarian options are available. Enjoy your dining experience in either our dining room or be sure to reserve a seat at our conversational hi-top tables or at the bar in our lounge.

Important: when making a reservation through OpenTable there is an option to make a reservation at a high top table in the bar area or standard table which is in the dining room. If the high top option does not pop up as an option for you then that means that there are NO High Top tables available at those times. If you would like to reserve bar seats please leave us a note or call us. See you soon!

Take-out available

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    WE OFFER CATERING FOR PRIVATE EVENTS.
  • Neighborhood
    Old Saybrook
  • Cross street
    Route 154
  • Parking details
    Please note the signs for designated parking for Curbside Take out are for curbside pick up only. All other parking spaces are for indoor and outdoor dining. There is additional parking in the lot next to the restaurant. There is a sign directing you to the designated area.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,824 people are saying

La Marea 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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Italian

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Service

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambiance

  • Middlesex

    Best Value

  • Middlesex

    Innovative

  • Middlesex

    Good for groups

  • Middlesex

    Healthy

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

  • Middlesex

    Good for special occasions

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Marea consistently delivers "excellent food" and "impeccable service" in a "warm and inviting" atmosphere. Guests rave about the "hospitality," with owners Nino and Julianna offering a "classy touch." The varied menu, including standout specials, ensures a "delicious" dining experience. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy night out.

1,824 Reviews
  1. Keith

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We like dining here. Fine food and an elegant setting.

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  2. Ron VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All 4 of us cleaned our plates. SO good. And the Old Fashioned special was great as well!

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  3. Eric VIP

    New York City39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently impresses in all categories. Great energetic atmosphere, pizza and entree were great - both were daily specials. They get a nice crowd and owners are most hospitable! (they are the few restauranters around who understand what hospitality is!!)

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  4. Debra

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    food and drinks were excellent, ambience was lovely.........

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  5. Lauren

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was good but the portions were extremely tiny. We paid $30 a plate for about one cup of pasta each. The calamari starter was just ok at $18. Atmosphere is pretty standard. Overall not worth the money we spent. Service was fairly standard, they don't want you to put in your starter and then order your dinner which threw me off, you're supposed to put everything in at once. I hate doing that because dishes end up coming out on top of each other. Overall an average restaurant with high end pricing.

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  6. Lewis

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Impeccable service. Simple and understated yet elegant ambiance. A go to restaurant for anyone looking for great the great experience for food and service.

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  7. MJ

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered a selection of luncheon appetizers, specials, and paninis to share among 3 people for a late lunch. Every bite was an explosion of fresh ingredients packed with layers of flavor. Service was terrific...as usual. Can't wait to return.

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  8. Robert VIP

    Greater Boston20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great night out all the way around! Definitely owner operated.

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  9. Bruce

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    La Marea has become our favorite restaurant in the region!

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  10. TimF VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our most favorite restaurants!!! Best customer service ever!!!

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FAQs

La Marea offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 391-8614.

La Marea is rated 4.9 stars by 1824 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for La Marea

732 Middlesex Tpke, Old Saybrook, CT 06475

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Route 154
  • Neighborhood
    Old Saybrook
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Tue 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Please note the signs for designated parking for Curbside Take out are for curbside pick up only. All other parking spaces are for indoor and outdoor dining. There is additional parking in the lot next to the restaurant. There is a sign directing you to the designated area.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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