The best restaurants in Waterford

13 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Jasmine Thai Restaurant & Sushi Bar

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Easygoing eatery offering an extensive menu of both Thai & Japanese specialties.

470 Bank St (New London)

“Easygoing eatery offering an extensive menu of both Thai & Japanese specialties.”

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The Dock Restaurant

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Seasonal fish market on a dock with outdoor seating, beer & seafood favorites like lobster rolls.

9 1st St

“Seasonal fish market on a dock with outdoor seating, beer & seafood favorites like lobster rolls.”

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

400 S Frontage Rd (New London)

“Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.”

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Recovery Room Restaurant

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Casual restaurant serving red & white pizzas as well as classic Italian entrees.

445 Ocean Ave (New London)

“Casual restaurant serving red & white pizzas as well as classic Italian entrees.”

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Woodfellas Pizza & Wings

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Contemporary, casual pizza spot with gluten-free & vegan options & a full bar.

45 Huntington St (New London)

“Contemporary, casual pizza spot with gluten-free & vegan options & a full bar.”

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Chili's Grill & Bar

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Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

369 N Frontage Rd (New London)

“Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.”

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Supreme Pizza

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Typical pies & slices, plus pastas & subs, offered in basic, compact quarters with counter seating.

27 Boston Post Rd

“Typical pies & slices, plus pastas & subs, offered in basic, compact quarters with counter seating.”

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On The Waterfront Restaurant

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This dockside restaurant with traditional decor serves seafood, steaks & Italian specialties.

250 Pequot Ave (New London)

“This dockside restaurant with traditional decor serves seafood, steaks & Italian specialties.”

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Smashburger

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Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.

903 Hartford Turnpike

“Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.”

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Ocean Pizza Restaurant and Seafood House

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Long-running, homey restaurant serving 40+ different types of pizza & a variety of seafood.

88 Ocean Ave (New London)

“Long-running, homey restaurant serving 40+ different types of pizza & a variety of seafood.”

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Jersey Mike's Subs

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New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

909 Hartford Turnpike

“New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.”

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Noodles & Rice Bistro

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Noodles & Rice Bistro brings lively Thai cooking to life with an exhibition kitchen, fresh ingredients, and genuinely friendly service.…

165 Bank St (New London)

“Noodles & Rice Bistro brings lively Thai cooking to life with an exhibition kitchen, fresh ingredients, and genuinely friendly service. Order ahead online for a zero-stress pickup, or settle in for bold, comforting flavors that make midweek dinners in New London feel a little celebratory.”

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