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Chapter One

4.2
4.2
533 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Located in the heart of downtown Mystic just past the infamous Mystic Drawbridge, Chapter One Food & Drink offers something desirable for everyone! From fresh seafood daily to gourmet burgers to vegan & gluten free options, this restaurant and bar has a vibe unlike any other in Mystic. With 24 beers on tap, a variety of wines and handcrafted, specialty cocktails, we are the go-to spot for the best drinks in Downtown!

With a daily Happy Hour and friendly atmosphere, it is a restaurant for all, from family and friends to business meetings to private events. The team at Chapter One strives to give guests a fantastic experience with top of the line service, an enjoyable experience and excellent food & drink of course! Open for lunch, happy hour and dinner, with nightlife & brunch on the weekends.

For parties of 8 or more, please call during business hours. For parties of 12 or more, please email marketing@chapter-one.com or call 860-912-5927 for more information.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Seafood, Cocktail Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 am

  • Phone number

    (860) 245-4123

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Rehearsal Dinners, Holiday Parties, Bridal Showers, etc. Please Contact Us for More Information.

  • Private party contact

    Danielle Bailey: (860) 373-4452

  • Neighborhood

    Mystic

  • Cross street

    Pearl Street & Gravel Street

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Entertainment

    Live MusicThursday Ladies NightSaturday and Sunday BrunchMonday Industry Night with DJ and Late Night Food Menu

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 533 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Scott

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Chapter One is a fantastic place to dine. The food is amazing. The menu offers a good variety of options. The service is outstanding, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who make sure you have a great dining experience. The restaurant has a classy and comfortable ambiance that sets the perfect mood for a meal. One thing to note is that the prices are slightly higher than expected for the portion sizes. While the food is delicious, you might find the cost a bit pricey compared to the amount of food you get. However, if you're looking for a special dining experience or a treat for yourself, Chapter One is definitely worth considering. The overall quality of the food, service, and ambiance makes it a great choice for a memorable meal.

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  2. JeremyT

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    My recent visit to Chapter One restaurant in Mystic, CT, left me extremely disappointed and frustrated. The service was incredibly slow and disorganized. Our food was brought out one dish at a time, over the course of a staggering 20 minutes. It was incredibly frustrating to watch as my wife received her food after we had already decided to leave because we had been waiting for almost an hour. To make matters worse, when my daughter's order finally arrived, it was completely wrong. It was clear that there was a lack of attention to detail and proper communication between the staff members. The overall presentation of the dishes was lackluster, and to my surprise, some of the tableware was dirty. I have seen better tableware standards in neglected Denny's restaurants.

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  3. OrganicAleida

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Our server was lovely and attentive. Unfortunately, the Filet Benedict that two of us ordered was disappointing. While prepared well and super tasty, the amount of steak was comical. The tiny drizzle of very sweet Hollandaise sauce was odd. We were happy to receive more sauce upon request, but it was so strangely sweet that it was barely palatable for me. The broccoli I ordered was bright and al dente so I loved it. Credit to the cook who prepared our poached eggs—they were flawless. My husband’s brunch burger was reportedly delicious. We’ll dine here again, but order steak and eggs next time.

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  4. MonicaK

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    We specifically went to Chapter One for the Sunday brunch menu. When we arrived there was no one in the dining room and they had just opened. We had a reservation for 10:30. We ordered the carafe of mimosas and our food. The waitress returned to tell us they were out of prosecco. The food was good but the toast was not hot and served with a side of butter (nice touch) but it was so cold you could not spread it. The Chapter One omelet was tasty and the potatoes thoroughly cooked but heavy with paprika. I was very disappointed that they didn't have the brunch essentials-prosecco.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food was excellent. Waiter was very attentive to drinks, clearing and checking in our table.

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  6. JoAnn14

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good and sever was outstanding. We have had Miranda a couple times as a server , very welcoming and pleasant

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  7. Beachy57

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was good but quite not great. Definitely pricey.

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  8. CourtneyM

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mussels were probably the best we’ve ever had. We get them every time we come. Drinks and entrees were delicious as always!

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  9. Mystic

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    We wouldn't go back. Food was average at best. There are several better options available in walking distance. French fries tasted like they were from a frozen bag and not fresh. Kid's ice cream had freezer burn. For the price and location, go elsewhere.

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  10. KatieH

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious Easter brunch Cocktails were great, as was the food. Our server was very attentive, and the team of employees seemed to work very well together to make sure our experience was a great one. We will return!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All of our meals were outstanding and the service was top notch.

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  12. VinceT

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food great service great value for the price

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  13. LeeC

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Food, service and ambience outstanding. I would've given 5 stars if portions were larger.

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  14. KimT

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is great. I wish they bring the stir fry back on the menu. I’m a vegetarian & the menus a little limited.

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  15. ASHLEYM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Something for everyone on the menu. For the picky eater you can rely on the burgers and sandwiches, the seafood lover has plenty of options, and even the sides are large enough for 3 or 4 people to share. Great spot!

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  16. SpyridonG

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service is excellent Highly recommended

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding from start to finish! Prompt friendly service, our server Miranda was great! Really nice upscale casual vibe!! Had the dark chocolate martini which was amazing. We ordered the NY strip steak, spicy chicken pasta and scallop risotto and shared the a Caprese salad and Brussels sprouts. Every bite was simply delicious! Can’t wait to go back!

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  18. PhilippeM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent and the people very personable and friendly.

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  19. Nancyv

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Chapter One. There was a bar crawl going on so it was a little loud, but fun. The cobb salad was great, as was the salmon we topped it with. The brussels sprouts and truffle fries were amazing!

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  20. Valerie

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Amazing place food was great! Not too pricey Really enjoyed the food

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  21. andrew

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    The food was good. i had a hamburger and asked for well done but was closer to medium, but no problem. The music was a little depressing, and the waitress sounded disappointed that we did not enter a 3 course meal. It was alittle pricey, but not like the casinos. my wife probably would not go back but i would for a special occasion.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The restaurant was CLOSED for the week. We went to mystic for an early valentines parents getaway. We had multiple reservations but picked chapter one as we liked the menu. We cancelled 2 other reservations just to find a sign on the door of chapter one saying they were closed. There was nothing mentioned of this on their website. As busy of an area as downtown mystic is they really should have let people know or not have been taking reservations on open table

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  23. MoodyFoodie

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    We wanted to change up our brunch spot and try something new...It was a disappointment. At first glance the walls and some of the furniture was very worn apparently at night it turns into a club. They where out of several things that was on the menu because they were going to close for a deep clean and need to to "Get Rid" of what they had (Waitress needs more coaching on this topic). Once our orders came 2 of the orders where cold so they had to remake it and my food was warm but not a lot of flavor, just a little salt and pepper (basics) would have made a difference. Unfortunately, this was probably my 3rd time at this restaurant in the 5 years I've lived in Mystic. I wanted to give it another try and it just disappointed yet again. I'm done!

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  24. BarbaraM

    Coastal Georgia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the restaurant. Overhead music was too loud. Hard to have a conversation

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  25. Norwich

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very nice service, food was good, atmosphere nice, clean bathrooms

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere. One of our go to stops while in Mystic

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  27. Alayne

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was very friendly and helpful with the menu, staff seems to be very knowledgeable about allergens, food was a little pricey but delicious! Great experience all around.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was good, service could have been more attentive other than that a wonderful place to meet up with friends and have a great time.

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  29. Mikayla

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for brunch with family- it was a great time! The mimosa carafe was fun! Delicious brunch menu! Service was great!

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  30. AlexisB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was amazing! We had the waitress with the short blonde hair and she was really attentive and very sweet. We will definitely dine at Chapter One again!

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  31. RalphF

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and drinks were great! Service was quick and friendly. Great place for a nice dinner.

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  32. Wills

    New England

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The server was the best ever, Kirby!!! So patient, knowledgeable, helpful and efficient, The drinks were mixed perfectly including a well balanced "mocktail" which was not sweet. The food was well presented, very flavorful and good-sized portions. Definitely will be back as I'm sure everyone else that was there which is why is was so busy. Manager was hands on and charming who obviously knew his stuff. Thank you.

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  33. LNfoodlover

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a great table by the window. I ordered a pumpkin spice martini. So good! Our waitress was very sweet and polite. I ordered a mushroom Swiss burger with fries. The burger was delicious. I can honestly say those we the best French fries I’ve ever had!

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  34. HeatherP

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and great service on a very busy night. We will be back!

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always have a great time when we visit. Food is wonderful and Trevor, the waiter, always goes above and beyond!

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  36. KateR

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    It was just okay.

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  37. Dave

    New England

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat and were greeted by our server. He was knowledgeable and efficient. We had a wonderful meal and left satisfied. We’ll return soon.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and the food was delicious! Drinks are always amazing here! Great for date night or group outings.

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  39. Jessica

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food was great. Filet could’ve used some salt and pepper or perhaps an herbed butter. Just lacking some flavor. Cooked perfectly. Drinks were delicious and the server was excellent!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Went for lunch, menu was limited, which was unexpected.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Chapter One using the Order Online button. Chapter One also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 245-4123.

Chapter One is rated 4.2 stars by 533 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 5 times today
Google Map for Chapter One

32 W Main St, Mystic, CT 06355

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Pearl Street & Gravel Street

  • Neighborhood

    Mystic

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–1:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Seafood, Cocktail Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Entertainment

    Live MusicThursday Ladies NightSaturday and Sunday BrunchMonday Industry Night with DJ and Late Night Food Menu

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (860) 245-4123

  • Private party facilities

    Rehearsal Dinners, Holiday Parties, Bridal Showers, etc. Please Contact Us for More Information.

  • Private party contact

    Danielle Bailey: (860) 373-4452

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