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The Shipwright's Daughter, Mystic, CT

The Shipwright's Daughter

4.7
4.7
449 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Located in the heart of downtown Mystic, The Shipwright's Daughter is the newest addition to our beloved town's thriving culinary community. Celebrating New England's fresh & flavorful food heritage, Executive Chef David Standridge introduces an inspired menu that changes daily, reflecting the unique character of coastal Connecticut.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Seafood, Farm-to-table

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (860) 536-7605

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    David Standridge

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a private dining room with capacity up to 20 adults as well as partial and full buy out options for the dining room. Please email events@shipwrightsdaughter.com for more details.

  • Neighborhood

    Mystic

  • Cross street

    Cotrell Street

  • Parking details

    Parking Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 5-Course Chef's Tasting Experience

    $100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Experience a curated 5-course menu created for you by Chef David Standridge highlighting all the bounty of the southern New England coast. Contact us with any allergies at the time of booking or at least 24 hours prior to your reservation. Drinking pairing not included but can be added. Please note: tax and gratuity are included.
  • Mother's Day Brunch-Deposit

    $30.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 14, 2023 only
    Join us for a 3-course brunch for Mother's Day. We will be offering fresh flower bouquets for Mom, made in house by Cassie of Firefly Farms in North Stonington, CT. @fireflyfarmsct. Please note: This is a deposit for a reservation, the 3-course brunch is $65 per adult with kids menu a la carte. The deposit will be taken off the final bill.
  • Easter Brunch-Deposit

    $30.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 9, 2023 only
    Join us for a 3-course brunch this Easter. Please note: This is a deposit for a reservation, the 3-course brunch is $65 per adult with kids menu a la carte. The deposit will be taken off the final bill.

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What 449 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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  1. RobC

    New England

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed a wonderful brunch. The smoked clam dip, beet pickled deviled eggs and the SWD Benedict eggs were the best I have ever eaten. The Little Sis Burger was also delicious. This is our second time there for brunch and anytime we are in the Mystic area we will return as the food is excellent.
  2. RobC

    New England

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect evening. Food was wonderful and the ambience was fantastic. Could not have asked for better seating. Will always go back here anytime that I am in Mystic.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent and service was friendly. We’ll be happy to go back.
  4. JamesC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the Pharmacist cocktail, winter salad, pork belly, duck entree, sourdough bread, winter pavlova, and hazelnut ice cream. Every aspect of the food/drink was perfectly executed. The ambiance for dinner is relaxed and classy. Great service. If you're considering going, do it.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded 4 days agoThank you James! We are elated that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. Our team works hard to create a welcoming environment and is passionate about the food they create. We hope you join us again!

  5. KevinS

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    The food choice was poor, and expensive for what it was. The seating area was very good and the staff very friendly
  6. KaterinaT

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    The food was decent. Nothing I’m longing to go back for. I appreciate that the menu changes almost daily. However my experience was just ok. Excellent service and lovely ambience.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded 4 days agoThank you for taking the time to review. While not everything was your taste we are glad you enjoyed the setting and our staff!

  7. Kate

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    The food was ok. The bass had too much grapefruit sauce and was bitter. The cacio de pepe had way too much pepper and we, actually, like pepper. The pork chop was excellent!
  8. JonathanD

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jacki always greats you with a cheerful smile ! Food amazing !! i mean AMAZING ! And Andrea was a great new addition to the team. Mikey always makes and outstanding cocktail ! Cheers

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 15, 2023Thank you Jonathan! It's always great seeing you, and we are glad you enjoyed everything. We look forward to your next visit.

  9. JonathanF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Five stars all around…Food was phenomenal, waitress and bartender very helpful, ambience was highly enjoyable. My wife and I had a great time. The spicy seafood soup and the duck liver toast were highlights for sure. Thanks so much for a great date night!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 15, 2023We are so glad you enjoyed everything from the meal to the service. We hope see you again!

  10. kaybee

    New England

    69 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was probably one of the best restaurants I have ever dined at. From the service, to the food, to the drinks, everything was superb! Our server, Lee, was such a delight and very knowledgeable about the menu and Mystic, and was super friendly. We had such a nice time chatting with him. I opted for the Beet Pickled Deviled Egg for an appetizer and the Spaghetti Cacio Pepe for my entree. The spaghetti was absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked. My husband had the Organic Chicken entree which was one of the most delicious chicken dishes we have ever had! The potatoes were cooked in "chicken fat", and so sumputous. It was our 15th anniversary, so we had to have dessert - and opted for the Pavlova which was also so delicious! Our plates were clean for sure! We will definitely be back on our next trip to Mystic.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 15, 2023Thank you so much! We are so glad we could make your anniversary special. Our staff strive for memorable service and are so glad that Lee was able to provide that for you. We hope you join us again next time you are in Mystic!

  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was exceptional. Our waitress was very attentive and personable. Food came out timely, prepared correctly, plated and presented well and tasted fantastic. Drinks were well balanced and enjoyed by all. 10/10 would recommend. If you don’t try the gravlax toast your missing out!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you, we really appreciate it! Our team works hard to provide exceptional service and deliver a delicious meal every time. We hope to see you again.

  12. 1KMC

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've eaten at Shipwrights a few times now and never had a bad meal.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 16, 2023Thank you so much for your patronage! We are glad you had another enjoyable meal. We hope to see you again soon.

  13. foodie

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly professional service. Tabla made our visit special.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 15, 2023We are so glad you had a memorable experience with us! We hope you join us again.

  14. SteveK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was looking for a place I haven’t been and came across this restaurant. Food was excellent, tasting experience that you don’t normally have by combining just the right touches of spices, fruits, and sauces that make you think outside the box on flavor. Really really good.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 9, 2023Thank you Steve! We are glad you enjoyed your dinner with us. We put a lot of care and thought into each dish and are happy to see that you noticed that. We hope to see you again!

  15. DWdd

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Dinner was a fun experience. We did the tasting menu which was pretty heavy on the fish. We loved two of the five dishes (mortadella and steak dish was amazing) and the other three were good but nothing we’d order again. We’d love to come back and just have the regular menu. Very sweet table by the window was romantic and the ambiance was a perfect date night!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you! With the tasting you get a little bit of everything and can sometimes take guests out of their comfort zone. We are glad you enjoyed the tasting with us! We hope you join us again soon.

  16. RayL

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Definitely come back again. Very unique combination of food. Would love for them to play Jazz at dinner.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you! We try to come up with innovative concepts using only the freshest ingredients and are glad we were able to share that with you. We hope to see you again soon!

  17. JohnA

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every course was great. All creative and unique dishes obviously prepared by a great chef and kitchen staff. Friendly, and attractive room and bar area

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you John! We are glad you enjoyed your full dining experience with us. We hope you join us again.

  18. HelenF

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    We found the menu here pretty limited. Although we had reservations, the host seated us in the bar at a tiny table for two. Food was just okay. Great location though. There are so many better options for dining nearby.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 7, 2023With a focus on local and sustainable ingredients our menu is not extensive but changes almost daily. We do hope you try us again.

  19. AaronM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Well designed menus. Phenomenal service. Brilliant dishes. Felt very comfortable. Beverages were on point and easy to find great pairings

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 7, 2023Here at The Shipwright's Daughter we work hard to create a warm and welcoming dining experience. We are so glad we go to share that with you. We hope you join us again in the near future!

  20. JamesC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent and friendly waitstaff. Lee was exceptional. Thanks for making the evening out wonderful.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you James! We take pride in what we do here and are glad that we were able to share that with you. We hope to see you again.

  21. ToddA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    23rd wedding anniversary dinner. Wonderful all around. Great staff/service, fantastic wine and cocktails. Incredible food.
  22. HeatherL

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time dining here and everything from the coffee to the last bite of brunch was delicious. The devil eggs were fantastic. The gravlax toast was perfect!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on February 21, 2023Thank you for sharing about your lovely brunch experience with us! We hope you join us again.

  23. nami

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Went there for a birthday breakfast. Had awesome breakfasts in the past Didn't know they changed over to breakfast buffet style. Excellent buffet but not my style. Love their dinners

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on February 21, 2023For the winter season we will be doing the buffet, but we are returning to our a la carte breakfast soon! We hope you join us again once we are back to our traditional breakfast.

  24. johnd

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food is outstanding. The service was good. Probably will be one of our favorites in the future.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on February 17, 2023Thank you John! We appreciate you taking the time and writing such a nice review. We hope you join us again soon!

  25. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely Valentine’s Day dining experience.
  26. CPCP

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service!
  27. KostaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, very polite servers, and great ambiance!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on February 17, 2023Thank you! We are so glad you had a great time at our restaurant. We hope you join us again.

  28. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to brunch here with my mom! The cutest nautical ambience the best waitress and fantastic food and a fake martini?! Awesome

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on March 7, 2023Thank you for sharing about your lovely brunch experience. We hope to see you again soon!

  29. WendyL

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the Chef's Table dinner with the wine pairing and it was exceptional!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on February 17, 2023We are so glad you had a great time. We take pride in each dish we serve and are glad that it was seen. We hope you join us again in the future!

  30. Rich

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The experience was exceptional! The meal was perfectly prepared and the service was excellent.
  31. SharonS

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My son and I went for brunch. The food was excellent and the portions were perfect size. I only wish there was a light dessert menu with brunch!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on February 17, 2023We are so glad you had a lovey brunch with us. We hope you join us again in the future!

  32. Talldarkstranger

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The menus staple Items are consistently great. A few perfect specials once a month Would add to the resume. Perhaps a creamy mushroom risotto with aged Balsamico, lamb loin or pork roast. Deserts make this four star instead of five
  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My bestie & I were in town seeing a concert. We headed to shipwrights daughter the following morning for their breakfast buffet - it was amazing! Food was great, friendly staff, and ambiance was a 100/10. Would definitely recommend :)

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on February 2, 2023We are so glad you had a wonderful breakfast and enjoyed our service. We hope that next time you are in town you will join us again. Thank you!

  34. KimberlyMarino

    New England

    181 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    181 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s always amazing and everything is so creative!!!!! It’s absolutely our favorite spot in Mystic. Food, service and cocktails are delicious! Chef David is an evil genius ❤️

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on January 27, 2023Thank you so much for your review Kimberly! Our team works hard to create a welcoming atmosphere for our guests to enjoy our creative takes on local produce and we are so glad you got to experience that. We hope to see you again in the near future.

  35. KristinC

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mussel toast, tartar, oysters, fresh local fish, pickled deviled eggs...it was all amazing. And don't skip their espresso martini for dessert.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on January 23, 2023Thank you for the great review. We hope you join us again!

  36. Talldarkstranger

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Steak and pastas are excellent. Fine dining with a small town vibe. Worth a trip to enjoy !

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on January 23, 2023Thank you!

  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took grandson to dinner before he returns to college in Vermont. It is one of his favorite restaurants. He suggested what to eat. It was delicious!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on January 23, 2023We are so glad you had an enjoyable dinner. We appreciate the lovely review!

  38. Fourforks

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The SWD is beautiful. We went for the first time to brunch and everything was excellent. We will definitely return-

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on January 23, 2023Thank you! We hope to see you again soon.

  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    Unfortunately Brunch was nothing to rave about. Not many options it was better when they had a menu for breakfast instead.

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on January 23, 2023Thank you for the feedback!

  40. megans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An incredible meal, super cool vibe & amazing service!

    The Shipwright's DaughterResponded on January 23, 2023We are so glad you enjoyed your dining experience with us. We hope you join us again!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Shipwright's Daughter is rated 4.7 stars by 449 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Shipwright's Daughter

20 E Main St, Mystic, CT 06355

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Cotrell Street

  • Neighborhood

    Mystic

  • Hours of operation

    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Seafood, Farm-to-table

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Executive chef

    David Standridge

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (860) 536-7605

  • Private party facilities

    We offer a private dining room with capacity up to 20 adults as well as partial and full buy out options for the dining room. Please email events@shipwrightsdaughter.com for more details.

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