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Captain Scott's Lobster Dock


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#8 of 118 restaurants in New London
  • Cuisines: American, Seafood
  • Address: 80 Hamilton St, New London, CT 06320
  • Phone:  (860) 439-1741
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6 Jul 2009

Very disappointed with the supposed "whole" belly clams. I figured this was a good place since it's right by the docks and has a retail fish store, but the $16.xx clam plate was a real let down. I don't think there was one decent whole belly! The fish and chip plate was also somwhat disappointing at $10. Will not go... more

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4 of 5 stars
Lancaster, PA
4 Jul 2009

We read about this place through trip advisor and decided to try out "where the locals go". It really is a great little place, located behind some industrial buildings next to a dock. It has a walk-up order window, but the service was very quick after ordering. The food was FANTASTIC. The lobster bisque is to absolutely die for....don't leave... more

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
1 Jun 2009

For many years, this was my favorite. But, just ate there and now the portions are small and my whole belly clams were severely overcooked and red potatoes were undercoooked! more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
2 Feb 2009

great seafood that's quick and pretty cheap. if ur around the new london area more

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4 of 5 stars
Connecticut
8 Sep 2008

I had the muscles and Rhode Island clam chowder. Both were excellent. You can also BYOB and enjoy it right along the water. This place is a hidden gem in New london! more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
3 Sep 2008

Best seasonal seafood place in town. Hot lobster rolls and their clam chowder are awesome. more

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4 of 5 stars
West Hartford, Ct
14 Aug 2008

We went there after a long while of not having been there, found it after a few tries of riding the streets of New London, and finally arrived there. It was GREAT!!! The line was very long, but worth the wait...Herb had the hot lobster roll, he loved it, and I had the Lobster Bisque, and the Fried Oyster dinner.... more

3 Aug 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We went there for lunch today straight from the airport. Very atmospheric and the food is good too. But beware of the geese and gulls, they like the onion rings (and so do the customers). The Rhode Island Clam Chowder is great. It is clear. the Lobster Bisque is very good as well. My eldest had the calimari which he... more

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5 of 5 stars
Denver Colorado
9 May 2008

Whenever I am visit Home, Montville Connecticut, I have to go to Captain Scotts for the Hot Lobster roll, clam fritters and clear broth clam chowder....it is wonderful! I like that it is a little hard to find, that keeps it from becoming too touristy. Captain Scott's renews my New England soul!! more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
27 Jan 2008

Very casual, outdoor dining on the water...but yummy, yummy, yummy and always fresh. more

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Captain Scott's Lobster Dock Address

80 Hamilton St, New London, CT 06320
Tel: (860) 439-1741
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.