Dog Watch Cafe

Name: Dog Watch Cafe
Address: 194 Water St, Stonington, CT, United States, 06378
Telephone: (860) 415-4510
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2747 Reviews

$30 and under

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WELCOME TO DOG WATCH CAFE!

One thing we know for sure—the Dog Watch is a great way to keep you and your crew happy. Dog Watch is all about having a good time. With locations in Stonington and Mystic, Connecticut, enjoy amazing food and great people with your choice of waterfront views and sunsets or a relaxed backyard atmosphere.

PLEASE NOTE: Reservations for "standard" tables are indoor tables, and "outdoor" are for our dockside/waterfront outdoor tables. *Outdoor reservations are not guaranteed an indoor table if it is raining*

Tables reserved for dining only. Bar seats cannot be reserved. We cannot guarantee special requests. No parties larger than 6 people. Tables will be held for 10 minutes past your reservation time. If you are running late we cannot guarantee a table or same type of table. Please contact the restaurant if you are running late (860)415-4510). We have outdoor heaters, but it can be chilly. Dogs allowed at outdoor tables.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Burgers, Seafood
Hours of operation
Daily: 11:30am - 9:00pm
Phone number
(860) 415-4510
Website
http://www.dogwatchcafe.com/cafe
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jaime Astudillo
Catering
Catering provided by Dog Watch Catering and private event venue available at our sister restaurant, Dog Watch Mystic.

Location
194 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378
Neighborhood
Mystic
Cross street
Dodson's Boat Yard, Stonington Boro
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Calamari$16.00
Golden Fried Rings Sautéed with Chorizo Sausage, Banana Peppers, and Garlic Butter. Served with Marinara Sauce on the Side
PEI Mussles$16.00
Price Edward Island Mussels. Marinara or Garlic Wine Sauce
Dogwatch Nachos$14.00
Served with Guacamole, Sour Cream, Chili & Salsa on the Side
Beau's Baby Big Macs$10.00
Two Angus Beef Sliders with American Cheese, Lettuce, Pickles, Onions and our Special Sauce on Toasted Brioche
Tomato Plate$15.00
Seasonal dish featuring Max's locally grown organic tomatoes, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, sliced avocado and balsamic reduction. Add grilled or blackened chicken or shrimp to make it a meal, or try it with goat cheese!
Chimari$12.00
A Dog Watch Creation! Tender Pieces of Chicken Meat Sautéed with Lightly Fried Banana and Cherry Peppers, Topped with Pico de Gallo and Drizzle of Southwest Sauce. Try it Over Mac 'n Cheese or on a Pizza!
- Add Rice for a Meal!$16.00
Steamers$18.00
Served with a Garlic White Wine Sauce
Tuna Tartare (Featured)
Finely Chopped Yellowfin Tuna Lightly Tossed in Sesame Oil with Chopped Red Onion, Cucumber, Capers and Fresh Ginger. Served with Rice Crackers
- 3 oz$12.00
- 6 oz$18.00
Fried Chicken Wings$15.00
Hot or Mild Buffalo, BBQ, Teriyaki, Honey Mustard or Thai Chili. Ask for Sauce on the Side for Extra Crispy
Grilled Oysters$15.00
With Jalapeno and Parmesan Herb Butter. 4 Per Order
Clams Casino$16.00
Classic Style. Baked with Casino Butter and Topped with Bacon, Peppers and Parmesan Panko Crumbs
Bang Bang Shrimp$14.00
Crispy Shrimp Tossed in a Sweet & Spicy, Creamy Chili Sauce
Burrata Caprese Bruschetta$15.00
Grilled Baguette and Burrata Cheese with Marinated Organic Heirloom Tomatoes, Basil Pesto and Balsamic Reduction

Raw Bar

Littleneck Clams
Locally Raised. On the Half-Shell
- each$2.00
Shuck & Pop$60.00
A Dozen Watch Hill Oysters & Bottle of Roederer Estate Brut
Watch Hill Oysters
From Watch Hill, Rhode Island Served On the Half-Shell
- each$3.00

Soup

New England Clam Chowder
Traditional New England Style. Creamy and Loaded with Clams
- Cup$5.00
- Bowl$7.00
French Onion Soup
Sweet Onion, Sherry, and a Toasted Crostini Topped Swiss
- Cup$5.00
- Bowl$7.00

Flatbread Pizza

Flatbread Pizza$12.00
Design Your Own 10" Pizza with Choice of Sauce and Toppings. Topped with Mozzarella Cheese
Hero's Favorite$16.00
BBQ Sauce, Bacon, Chicken and Mozzarella Cheese
Pizza Salad (Featured)$16.00
Amazing! Garlic, Bacon & Sharp Provolone Pizza. Topped with Mixed Greens, Walnuts, Pears & Balsamic Dressing
Chicken Caesar Pizza Salad$16.00
Blackened Chicken, Garlic and Sharp Provolone Pizza Topped with a Chopped Caesar Salad

Greens

Dogwatch Salad$12.00
Mixed Greens, Sliced Pears, Caramelized Walnuts and Sharp Provolone with House Citrus Vinaigrette
Kale Salad$12.00
Chopped Kale with Golden Raisins, Macadamia Nuts, Fresh Shaved Pecorino Romano Cheese and Cranberry Citrus Vinaigrette
Chopped Pasta Salad$14.00
Chopped Cavatappi Pasta, Mixed Greens, Bacon, Red Onion, Gorgonzola Cheese and House Balsamic
Brussels Caesar$12.00
Chopped Romaine and Blanched, Shaved Brussel Sprouts with House-Made Croutons, Fresh Shaved Parmesan and a Tangy House Dressing

Dogwiches

Lobster BLT$28.00
You guessed it. Lobster Salad, Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Served on Grilled Ciabatta Bread
Codwich$16.00
Native Cod, Battered and Fried with Lettuce, Tomato and Tartar Sauce Served on a Toasted Brioche Roll
Blackened Salmon Sandwich$16.00
Fresh Grilled Salmon with Arugula, Tomato, and Remoulade Served on Toasted Ciabatta Bread
Grilled Chicken$15.00
Marinated Chicken Breast with Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Avocado and Chili Mayo Served on Toasted Ciabatta Bread
Brisket Grilled Cheese$18.00
House Smoked Brisket on Panini Bread with Grilled Peppers, Onions, Mozzarella Cheese and Chipotle Mayo
BLT$13.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, and Mayo. Served on Your Choice of Bread. A Never Fails Favorite
Build Your Own Burger$14.00
8oz Prime Beef on a Toasted Potato Roll with Choice of Toppings
Open Face Steak$20.00
Grilled Flat Iron on a Garlic Baguette topped with an Onion Ring & Teriyaki Drizzle
Lobster Roll$26.00
Chunky Lobster Salad Served Cold with Celery, Mayo and Lettuce on a Toasted New England Style Roll

Entrees

Dogwatch Seared Tuna (Featured)
Sesame Panko Crusted Yellowfin Tuna, Seared and Sliced Thin Over Asian Noodles with a Cusabi Drizzle and Seaweed Salad
- Half$20.00
- Full$28.00
Salmon$25.00
Baked with a Honey Glaze and Topped with Candied Pecans. Served over a Hash of Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potatoes, Bacon and Shallots
Dog Watch Pasta
White Wine, Garlic Herb Sauce, Chicken, Roasted Tomatoes, Artichokes, and Spinach. Tossed with Cavatappi Pasta
- Chicken$20.00
- Sub Scallops or Shrimp$26.00
Stonington Scallops$28.00
Local Sea Scallops. Broiled in a Garlic Wine Sauce. Topped with Parmesan Panko Crumbs or Deep Fried. Hold the Panko for Gluten Free. Served with Two Sides
Chicken Milanese$24.00
Crispy Breaded Chicken Over a Bed of Angel Hair Pasta, Topped with Arugula, Tomato, Red Onion, Parmesan and a Balsamic Reduction
Flounder Piccata$24.00
Sauteed Flounder with Capers, Roasted Garlic, Tomatoes, Spinach and Lemon Beurre Blanc Served Over Angel Hair Pasta
Fish and Chips$22.00
Local Cod Beer Battered and Fried. Served with Fries and Coleslaw
Roasted Cod$24.00
Baked in Garlic Wine Sauce and Topped with Parmesan Panko. Served with Choice of Two Sides
Bouillabaisse$26.00
Our Famous and Secret Recipe! Local Fish and Shellfish Simmered in a Saffron Infused Tomato Broth. The Best Bouillabaisse in America! Hold the Bread for Gluten Free
Fish Tacos$15.00
Two Mahi Tacos Topped with Corn Slaw, Cheddar Cheese and Cilantro Lime Crema
Truffled Scallop Risotto$26.00
Pan-Seared Stonington Scallops with Truffle Mushroom Spinach Risotto

Kids

Grilled Cheese
Hamburger or Cheeseburger
Hot Dog
Chicken Tenders
Mozzarella Sticks
Pasta
Mac & Cheese

What 2,747 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Meem
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience3
The clam chowder is excellent, and reasonably priced Brussell sprout salad also very good, but next time i would add chix drink a bit watered down service very good, friendly dessert pricing reasonable noise level loud, but most restaurants are also, notably food came out quickly. Within an hour and half, plenty of time to order, have a drink, and eat, and socialize with friends.
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Linda
New England
104 reviews
vip
5.0
104 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great lunch with friends from Italy trip!!! Enjoyed by all , and of course beautiful Dana always great!!!! Extra bonus to see beautiful Ari!!! Lots of sunshine there on a rainy Wednesday !!🌧️☀️☀️👍🎄🧑🏻‍🎄
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Jackmac
New England
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu choices
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Penn
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience5
Great ambiance and friendly staff coupled with good-tasting food combine to make Dog Watch Café a thoroughly enjoyable dining experience!
RO
ROSEMARYA
New England
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
we had a reservation but there were enough seats at the bar so we just ate there. The bar tender was very friendly and helpful and our food was delicious.
JK
JimK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sesame tuna dish was excellent. Stonington broiled scallops and bang bang shrimp also excellent. Service was great.
JW
JenniferW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
They had the perfect table waiting for us. Our waitress was excellent! Very knowledgeable and took our food allergies serious. The food was delicious, ambiance great… Five stars +!
BD
BenD
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a nice combination of great food, cozy atmosphere, and good small town vibe. Service was very friendly. Stonington scallops and tuna dishes were perfect. While the holiday drink menu was not yet available, the bartender made us an incredible espresso martini and creme de mint.
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Linda
New England
105 reviews
vip
5.0
105 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome dinner on porch…. Food and Jennie and staff great!!!!! 🍽️🍷👍👍🎄🎄
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Whistlepig
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
We sat outside on the dock for a December birthday Arctic Adventure!! It was fairly cold but they had plenty of blankets for everyone. And our awesome waitress brought us over a 2nd heater so it was just a great deal of fun. The food is always yummy and the drinks helped warm us. Wonderful celebration!!
PR
PatriciaR
New York Area
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite place. Period.
JJ
JenJay
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent appetizers (nachos, onion soup) and delicious entrees (lobster mac, swordfish, steak, brisket). Highly recommend, perfect at sunset!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our party of four all loved what they ordered. The view out the windows on a bright December 1st made our lunch that much better.
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larryb
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food service ambience of table on water just great
BC
BillC
Orlando
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Married 57 yrs & still date.
BS
BobbiS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My two favorite menu items are the pizza salad (wonderful blend of nuts, cranberries, pear and greens on a very thin pizza crust), and the grilled salmon sandwich. I have never been disappointed in anything I’ve ordered at Dog Watch
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Enjoyable
New England
69 reviews
vip
5.0
69 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal, and prompt service by Courtney. Looking forward to our next visit.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always a wonderful meal
M
Madiooch
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicioso!! Great views n the water! Will return sooner than later
G
Gfmkl
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Salmon and scallops were excellent, as was the clam chowder. This is one of our favorites. Always good food and friendly service.
CD
CD16
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Right on the water and the views are spectacular. The food is delicious and the service is always quick and attentive. Cocktails are great too. We drive 1-1/2 hrs to treat ourselves. Thoroughly enjoy every trip we’ve taken!
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Dede
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good. Nice weeknight dinner. Service was excellent. Very consistent and enjoyable. Especially enjoyable on the dock when weather permitting.
MC
MarlC
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
In spite of dining on a Monday the restaurant had the energy of a Saturday night. Patrons were enjoying themselves, and the staff was outstanding.
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Westerlyites
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great place, great atmosphere, great food, views are exceptional. One of our favorite places!
m
mgf180
New England
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dog Watch NEVER disappoints! We arrived 1/2 hour early and the hostess kindly was able to get us a table ahead of schedule. Food is always delicious and Brittney at the bar makes the best drinks.
BW
BarryW
New England
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Dog Watch Cafe in Stonington Borough is a true gem! In the ten years or so we’ve been dining there, we have never had a bad meal! Their tuna is always first rate and that’s important if you crave tuna. And everything else is really good too. Better have reservations though cause this place is busy year round.
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Iris
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fresh fish and great service
BS
BonnieSue
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always enjoy coming to Dog Watch. The ambiance, service & food are wonderful.
t
trix1015
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Rosemary is just the best! And thanks Julie for helping with my Return. Dog watch never disappoints
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Rafe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great selection of food. Our meals were great. Server was friendly and efficient. Interesting water location.
BS
BonnieSue
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Have never had a bad experience at Dog Watch. Whether it's food service or ambiance, it's all been great.
DK
DeborahK
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
I've eaten here many times. The food is great, usualy the experience is too. Unfortunately, this time I had to sit faceing into the kitchen which isn't a great view. Maybe if there was a screen in front it would fix that.
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Fuzzybunny
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
You cannot go wrong with anything on their menu. My husband and mine’s favorite is the seared yellow fin tuna. Perfection!
SF
SusanF
Orlando
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were having lunch with good friends visiting from Arizona who always love to eat at the Dogwatch Cafe. They really had a great time and then we strolled down to the town docks . It was the best day!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always good here
K
Kaybear
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is top notch and soooo delicious!!! The staff all work so hard making a meal there very enjoyable!!!it’s our favorite CT coastline place to dine!!!!
P
Path215
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed a great lunch on a beautiful day! Even when server needed to let us know there was a rsv for our table after we had been there for 2 hours - very kind and professional. Great drinks, delicious food, prompt service!
NA
NAPAJEFF
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
GREAT TIME ONCE AGAIN!! BECKY IS OUR FAVORITE WAITPERSON. LOOK FORWARD TO BEING THERE AGAIN!!
D
Debba
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love going to the Dogwatch Cafe. The view is beautiful, the staff is nice and the food is delicious!
PH
PeterH
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Food and service were great. I realize the name of the restaurant is Dog Watch Cafe but we ate outside and there were far too many dogs that patrons brought with them. Most of them were well behaved but one barked the entire two hours we were there which made it annoying. Why on earth would someone bring their dog out to eat in public. Doesn’t make sense.

FAQs

Dog Watch Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 2747 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 9, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

194 Water St, Stonington, CT 06378

Additional information

Cross street
Dodson's Boat Yard, Stonington Boro
Neighborhood
Mystic
Hours of operation
Daily: 11:30am - 9:00pm
Cuisines
American, Burgers, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jaime Astudillo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.dogwatchcafe.com/cafe
Phone number
(860) 415-4510
Catering
Catering provided by Dog Watch Catering and private event venue available at our sister restaurant, Dog Watch Mystic.

Dog Watch Cafe

Make a reservation

Additional information

Lobster Roll

Lobster BLT

Fish Tacos

Starters

Calamari$16.00

PEI Mussles$16.00

Dogwatch Nachos$14.00

Beau's Baby Big Macs$10.00

Tomato Plate$15.00

Chimari$12.00

Steamers$18.00

Tuna Tartare (Featured)

Fried Chicken Wings$15.00

Grilled Oysters$15.00

Clams Casino$16.00

Bang Bang Shrimp$14.00

Burrata Caprese Bruschetta$15.00

Raw Bar

Littleneck Clams

Shuck & Pop$60.00

Watch Hill Oysters

Soup

New England Clam Chowder

French Onion Soup

Flatbread Pizza

Flatbread Pizza$12.00

Hero's Favorite$16.00

Pizza Salad (Featured)$16.00

Chicken Caesar Pizza Salad$16.00

Greens

Dogwatch Salad$12.00

Kale Salad$12.00

Chopped Pasta Salad$14.00

Brussels Caesar$12.00

Dogwiches

Lobster BLT$28.00

Codwich$16.00

Blackened Salmon Sandwich$16.00

Grilled Chicken$15.00

Brisket Grilled Cheese$18.00

BLT$13.00

Build Your Own Burger$14.00

Open Face Steak$20.00

Lobster Roll$26.00

Entrees

Dogwatch Seared Tuna (Featured)

Salmon$25.00

Dog Watch Pasta

Stonington Scallops$28.00

Chicken Milanese$24.00

Flounder Piccata$24.00

Fish and Chips$22.00

Roasted Cod$24.00

Bouillabaisse$26.00

Fish Tacos$15.00

Truffled Scallop Risotto$26.00

Kids

Grilled Cheese

Hamburger or Cheeseburger

Hot Dog

Chicken Tenders

Mozzarella Sticks

Pasta

Mac & Cheese

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