ROCKS 21

Name: ROCKS 21
Address: 3 Williams Avenue, Mystic, CT, United States, 06355
Telephone: (860) 536-8140
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (920)

$30 and under

American

3 Williams Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355

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2 people

Jul 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

Rocks 21 features fresh, seasonal and local cuisine served in Mystic’s most spectacular setting at the Inn at Mystic. This iconic property is a treasured and historic place, and our restaurant reflects that magnetic ambiance amidst serene waterfront surroundings and hidden New England beauty.

Offering an eclectic mix of casually elegant cuisine mingled with the traditional seafood staples we know and love, Rocks 21 redefines the landscape of New England cuisine. Enjoy handmade wood-fired pizza from our brick oven, or delve into one of our delicious made-from-scratch entrees. To complement your dining experience, the Rocks 21 bar features 24 beers on tap along with an impressive list of signature cocktails made with only the freshest of ingredients.

Whatever appeals to your palette, Rocks 21 offers something for everyone in a relaxed and comfortable setting.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Sun 1:15 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(860) 536-8140
Website
http://www.rocks21.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3 Williams Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355
Neighborhood
Mystic
Cross street
Denison Avenue
Parking details
Plenty of onsite free parking
Entertainment
Check our calendar for live entertainment schedules.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 920 people are saying

ROCKS 21 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

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Connecticut
Great for scenic views
New London
Healthy
New London
Hot spot
New London
Good for special occasions
New London
Lively
New London
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rocks 21 delights with its "beautiful view of Mystic Harbor" and "excellent service." The menu offers "interesting and varied" dishes, with highlights like the "soft shell crab tacos" and "crab cakes." Outdoor dining is a treat, especially with "friendly service" and live music adding to the charm.

920 Reviews

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Gina VIP
New York City75 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time. I ordered the special of the night steak & lobster tail which was really delicious. Unfortunately, the ribs were a little dry but still tasteful. My husband loved his fish platter. We were thrilled that they offer an extensive selection of specialty drinks. The sangria was excellent! Our waitress was very kind, courteous and helpful. She made our evening extra special. You cannot beat the view and definitely worth a visit!
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Peter
New York City14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Quiet time for my wife and another couple. Sunday night so it was a bit quieter. Food and service was good.
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Vincent
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic, had soft shell crab tacos, raw oysters, lobster roll and kids had burgers and mocktails! Great vibe and uplifting atmosphere, server Tabitha was great with recommendations and a super professional! Outside downstairs has the best view of the river.
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carol VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always friendly service and great food for a great price!
ROCKS 21Responded 5 days ago
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Steven
Hawaii6 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We dine at Rocks 21 often. My meal this evening's left much to be desired, even a danger to my well being. I ordered a dozen littleneck clams. When the serving tray arrived, I noticed that the color of a three of the clams looked off. I smelled them and they smelled bad, so I did not eat them. I checked each of the remaining clams to make sure they were safe to eat. I informed our server that I believed 3 of the clams were inedible due to the color and smell, and suggested that he contact the kitchen staff to inform them to be careful when serving the next batch of clams. I am a little upset because I didn't get any acknowledgement of my reported issue nor did I receive any sort of apology for serving food that was not fit for consumption. I'm surprised that part of my order wasn't comped. I would expect that from the staff at this fine establishment. Everyone else's meals were fine, just as I'd expect form this restaurant. I'll return to Rocks 21 and keep recommending friends to dine there, but I'd warn them though not to order any raw shellfish.
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Richard VIP
New York City126 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful view. Excellent service. Tasty food. Overall good experience
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Richard
New York City13 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
They had a lobster appetizer with Madeira cream sauce and we ordered it thinking we would treat ourselves since it was $30. It wasn't worth $5. It had very little lobster, smatterings of cream cheese or sour cream not sure, and home fries covered in brown sauce that tasted nothing like Madeira, in fact it had no taste at all. The pork belly tacos were barely edible. Even the creme brulee the crust was not completely caramelized. I have a feeling no one in this restaurant tastes anything that they're making. If they do they have really bad taste. It was a pretty disappointing birthday experience for my wife and I.
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Jill
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the Avocado Lobster salad and the fresh baked rolls were amazing
ROCKS 21Responded 7 days ago
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L VIP
London9 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Average food. Average service. Above average prices. Won’t rush to return.
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Theresa
Greater Boston7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location in Mystic with parking and a view! Servers were friendly and hostess was too! Great impression from beginning to end. Food was delicious!
ROCKS 21Responded on June 22, 2025
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ROCKS 21 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 536-8140.

ROCKS 21 is rated 4.4 stars by 920 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

Jul 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

3 Williams Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355

Additional information

Cross street
Denison Avenue
Neighborhood
Mystic
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Sun 1:15 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of onsite free parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Check our calendar for live entertainment schedules.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.rocks21.com/
Phone number
(860) 536-8140

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