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Griswold Inn


4.0 of 5 stars 15 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American
  • 36 Main St, Essex, CT 06426
  • (860) 767-1776
  • Average price: £ 19 ($ 30)

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1 of 5 stars
New Orleans
13 Aug 2009

We (6 people) had dinner in your restaurant last night (7/30/90). Your atmosphere is great but the food is horrible. You were 2/3's empty which was a bad sign for the heart of the summer. The fare in the past (we've vacationed in the area for 20 yrs.) has been fair to good, but now it's terrible. I've never been... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
1 Aug 2009

One of the greatest Brunch buffets I've ever been to, several times...LOVE IT! more

Nice B&B
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4 of 5 stars
Rhode Island
2 Mar 2009

My husband & I stayed here this weekend-they had a great deal online-99.00. We stayed in the Hayden House. It was a nice room w/ a sitting area & modern shower. In the living room downstairs, there was a t.v., fireplace & board games. Also, there was a little kitchen w/ a fridge & microwave. The Inn is within walking... more

Very fun!
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5 of 5 stars
31 Jan 2009

Very fun! more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
13 Nov 2008

I'll detour to Essex just to stop by the Griswold Inn when I'm visiting the area. Lovely old Inn. Great to visit the bar in the winter when the fireplace is going. more

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5 of 5 stars
Connecticut
14 Oct 2008

The Griswold Inn is a classic, and the food is consistently quite good. The atmosphere cannot be matched; the food is competent and fine, the waitstaff attentive and warm. It is not a Multi-star pretentious restaurant; it's a warm New England Inn with a rich tradition. The food suits the environment, and reflects a nice range of tastes more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
11 Sep 2008

Absolutely a must visit, no better place to go in the area for a fun time at the main bar room, and they have a great restaurant too. The Sunday Hunt breakfast brunch is very nice. I have not spent much time in the wine bar, but it looks nice. more

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3 of 5 stars
Pomona, NY
27 May 2008

Eating in the pub is like taking a step back in time. Service and food were both solid. more

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5 of 5 stars
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30 Jan 2008

Classic. Only been open since 1776... more

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1 of 5 stars
connecticut
14 Oct 2007

I ate at the restaurant and I have to admit it was the worst meal I have ever had! My salad had so much vinegar on it I couldn't eat it. I ordered the Venison pot pie ($29) - It was Alpo in a bowl with an awful moist crust - the crust also was only on the top of... more

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Griswold Inn Address

36 Main St, Essex, CT 06426
Tel: (860) 767-1776 Fax: 860/767-0481
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.