Lockworks Tavern

Name: Lockworks Tavern
Address: 1212 Main St, Branford, CT, United States, 06405
Telephone: (860) 331-8861
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3 (111)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

1212 Main St, Branford, CT 06405

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals
Charming

Lockworks Tavern isn't just your neighborhood tavern; it's an experience unto itself, a destination for those seeking something beyond the ordinary. Situated at the crossroads of tradition and innovation, the tavern captivates with a blend of rustic charm and modern flair. Here, conversations flow freely and your glass is always full.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(860) 331-8861
Website
http://www.lockworkstavern.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1212 Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Neighborhood
Branford
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Late Night

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What 111 people are saying

Lockworks Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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New Haven
Innovative
New Haven
Healthy

Review summary

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Lockworks Tavern offers an inviting atmosphere with "amazing food" and "friendly staff." The drink menu is particularly praised for its variety and quality, especially the cocktails. While some reviews note noise and occasional service delays, the attentive staff and diverse menu make it a popular choice for both casual and special occasions.

111 Reviews

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Joe
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place. Good food! Even better service!!!!!!!!
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Paul VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is now becoming our “go to” spot. We’ve been multiple times and have consistently enjoyed the food, the ambience, and most importantly, the staff. The menu has something for everyone and the quality of the food is amazing. What truly sets this place apart from the others in town are the staff. They are pleasant, professional, attentive, and most of all fun. If have a chance to eat at the bar, go for it! Watching the staff work together and hustle around while obviously enjoying their jobs is entertaining. Special shout out to Nick who makes the best old Fashioned I’ve ever had. This place is a true home run!
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Jared
New York City1 review
2.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Our final server ignored us for about 30 minutes, no drinks, no appetizers, no hello, just kept walking by looking at us. While server the two tables on ether side us; another server came over and took care of us after the 30 minutes, he was outstanding, the first server was not.
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Mark
New York City8 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Loud music and bar. Good steak. Too expensive. Slow service.
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Gregory VIP
Greater Boston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience for both dinner and Sunday brunch. Service was attentive and staff very friendly.
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Elena
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint1 review
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Unfortunately this was our first time here and very disappointed. We ordered the fried chicken and fish tacos. The chicken was extremely dry and the fish smelled bad. The waiter and manager were understanding. Very cute place but food way off
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Kathleen
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
It was really nice. I just wish it had been more conducive to conversation.
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Barbara VIP
Greater Boston28 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
It's really very noisy even though the restaurant wasn't full. It's hard to talk with your guests.
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Veronica
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Waited a very long time for a dessert after I saw wait staff just hanging around. When I called them over to say we would like the bill since we never received dessert, she said it was being made. Then she came back a minute later and said it was a computer glitch and never went through which really meant she never put it in. Kinda disappointed to see we were even charged for it. In addition, the restaurant smells heavily of cleaning fluid when you first walk in.
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Nancy VIP
New York City23 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter was very friendly and helpful. Food was very good. The only drawback was temperature of the restaurant - it was quite chilly to thoroughly enjoy our meal.
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Lockworks Tavern is rated 4.3 stars by 111 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

1212 Main St, Branford, CT 06405

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Additional information

Neighborhood
Branford
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Late Night

Website
http://www.lockworkstavern.com/
Phone number
(860) 331-8861

Lockworks Tavern

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