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

2827 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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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

Feb 6, 2023

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 2,827 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

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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DeMi
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Rose is a great waitress!! Food was supurb(salmon) and we love it there!!
T
Tigerlily
New England
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I took his sister to Dogwatch in Stonington for her birthday. We were seated by a window overlooking the water -- thank you! -- and enjoyed a very pleasant lunch. Our server was very nice, helpful and efficient. We always enjoy Dogwatch Cafe, especially during the warmer months when we can sit out on the deck.
M
Murph
Naples
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dinner last night. I had a lovely table for 1 overlooking the sunset. Both the hostess and my server were so friendly and nice. Food was delicious as well! Happy they were open on a Monday night.
KG
KathyG
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Beautiful view even from the inside tables.
RO
ROLANDB
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service highly recommend the salmon
NA
NAPAJEFF
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
ALWAYS A GREAT GREAT TIME!!! LOVE THE VIEW, THE FOOD AND THE STAFF FOR THEIR GREAT SERVICE!!
FF
FrankF
New England
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
A favorite spot for us. Excellent seafood. Always cooked to perfection and very consistent quality. Service is friendly and attentive. We think Rose is great. A wonderful spot right on the harbor. Great value as well.
PR
PatriciaR
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best way to make an ordinary day into a special one is to get a reservation at DWC just when you’d like it. Thanks for a very special Friday!
M
Matt
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing, as always.
DC
DawnC
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great meal and wonderful service!
G
Gtimpe77
New York Area
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, great food. As usual, we enjoyed our visit. We will be back again.
PV
PatV
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Dogwatch is always the best, we love it there
j
jeffz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have gone many times. The atmosphere is great right on the water, the staff is always friendly and the food… Is absolutely off the hook good! One of our go to places.
JH
JennH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant has an abundance of character! Right on the water, next to a marina, inside and outside dining, fire pits to have a drink by while you wait for your table...among other attributes. The service is absolutely 5 star! John, the bartender, who waited on us was (and is) extremely personable. Super attentive and just a real pleasure to talk to. Will come back here again and again - highly recommend the seared tuna!
DA
DonnaA
New England
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our family had a bunch of different things. The bang bang shrimp, grilled oysters, burger sliders and tuna appetizer, lobster roll, open faced steak sandwich, salmon, kale ceasar salad, cod fish sandwich, chowder and wonderful desserts ( oh yeah the Nutty Irishman drink was to die for)! We have been here several times and the food and service has always been amazing!!!!! We absolutely LOVE coming here!
CS
CarolS
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy our experience there. We love sitting at the bar. Lisa is Great!
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Gtimpe77
New York Area
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great food and great service. This is one of our "Go To" places. We will be back.
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foodforthought
Denver
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was excellent. We arrived early for reservation and they accommodated us immediately and kindly. Fantastic server, and support staff. Food was excellent and they were very busy for a Wednesday lunch in January. Great vibe amongst customers. Thank you!
JB
JackieB
Caribbean
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious! I tried the flounder dish this time and it was fantastic. If you love garlic, you’ll love this dish.
MM
MannyM
New England
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Great selection of food items from seafood to burgers. Chowders and soups are outstanding. Price is very reasonable. Service was excellent.
JL
JudyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My guest and I had very good experience. Very friendly wait staff and very accommodating. We were not rushed to leave which allowed us to talk and get caught up. Food was wonderful. Definitely recommend The Dog Watch.
J
Janet
Chicago
49 reviews
vip
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sarah was the sweetest! We come from Chicago and this is always our favorite stop! She said she remembered us and our uncle who passed a few years ago. He was the one who took us here and introduced us to great food and great people. We are all dog lovers so it makes it that much sweeter! We all have dog watch tshirts and sweatshirts!! We constantly advertise! Can’t wait to come back! Thank you for delicious food and wonderful memories!
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Rick
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice place. Have been there numerous times. Food is excellent as well as the deserts. A little pricey but great place.
JF
JohnF
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were excellent. Great setting for the restaurant.
JH
JanH
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite date spot - and we love Tara! We have had her a couple of times. Always pleased with the Dog Watch!
DJ
DJ22
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dogwatch is always outstanding. Great food, service, and location. Highly recommend the Stomington Scallops.
HA
HaleyA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and the skinny colada is the best thing i've ever drank. Hooray!!
T
Tedward
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place! Rose, our server was excellent!
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Annie
New England
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is great, service was excellent and the atmosphere is perfect. Not too loud, but vibrant.
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Francine
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Broiled scallops with side salad was wonderful! It's one of my favorites. Bang Bang shrimp never disappoints.
PM
PeteM
New York Area
81 reviews
5.0
81 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great at this very popular spot in beautiful stonington. Service is excellent, food good and nice bar.
PM
PeterM
Phoenix
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dog Watch Cafe is always a win win! Great service, location and wonderful food. The scallops are always amazing. I have never had a disappointing meal here.
AG
AnnG
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Dog Watch was decorated beautifully, lighting was fabulous, food was and always is wonderful. It was a rainy January evening so the restaurant was pretty quiet. The bartender really makes a nice drink and we enjoyed a fun evening!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent, and our server was exceptional
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a great fun place with kind people and yummy food!!
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Globetrotter
New York Area
65 reviews
vip
2.0
65 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall2food1service2ambience1
Have been here for lunch two other times and thought I had found a great place to have lunch on the water during the off season for tourists but they disappointed me with their so called Brussels Cesar which was suppose to be romaine lettuce with a mix of Brussel sprouts. Well there were no Brussel sprouts and when I asked the server she said “oh they put some shaved sprouts on top.” I said really but I can only find just one tiny sliver. She offered to take it back but I had waited longer then I cared too already and didn’t want to wait for another salad. Won’t go back.
G
Grumpy
Miami
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
We go here all the time and are never disappointed. Got a last minute reservation (amazing even for a Monday night) and the place was slammed. Figured it'd be a while to get anything. Much to our amazement, service was spot on and both our food and drinks arrived as if the place were half full! Not sure how they do it, but everything was perfect!
G
Gtimpe77
New York Area
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to Dog Watch for a delayed holiday celebration. The food and atmosphere were both great. Every member of our party enjoyed it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I love DWC. We usually dine there once a week when in Stonington. The food is always excellent but just as importantly the service is wonderful, creating an extremely welcoming vibe from the moment you walk in the door. I highly recommend this restaurant any time of the year. I also must give a shout out to Rose whom we have been lucky enough to know for decades!
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carla
New England
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We come here every New Year’s Day. Was a few minutes late but was still accompanied. We tried to sit outside but heater kept turning off. The staff sat us inside with no problems. Great service

FAQs

Dog Watch Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 2827 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

Feb 6, 2023

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

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Additional information

Stonington Scallops

Kale Salad

Blackened Salmon Sandwich

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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