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Restaurants & Dining

New London is a small city like no other - with a downtown that provides a variety and depth of dining and entertainment experiences. Whether you're looking for a cup coffee and a treat, a tasty lunch, or an elegant to casual dining experience you will find it in downtown New London - all within walking distance from the parking garages!

Like Thai food? How about Japanese, real Mexican, Northern Indian, Ecuadorian specialties from soups to chiffonades, an overstuffed deli sandwich or panini, fresh seafood or lobster, authentic Italian specialties, a juicy steak, great pizza, jambalaya, house-made soups, cheeses and gourmet items, Euro-infusion of salads & sandwiches, pastries? Or some Tiramisu & espresso to top off your evening? Yep, you're still walking from your parking place! (There's also on-site/on-street parking available at most establishments.)

Enjoy fine wine? Maybe a bit of nightlife and music with dinner? Or let New London's own authentic Irish Pub transport you to the Emerald Isle with live traditional Irish music, and an Irish Coffee or a Murphy's Irish Stout. And it's all located downtown!

Map & Guide for the Historic Waterfront District of New London

Or download the handy full-color Map & Guide (PDF, 3 MB) to New London's Historic Waterfront District and forward to your friends! The guide highlights a wide spectrum of downtown New London establishments. In addition to fine and casual dining, establishments that offer take-out items, delicious baked goods, and gourmet coffees are featured. Each listing includes address, phone, hours, specialties, and price ranges. Symbols in the guide indicate handicap accessibility, patios, water views, early-morning dining, and entertainment hot spots. A map shows the location of the Heritage Trail Plaques. Businesses of all kinds, along with parking areas, automated teller machines, and other amenities ae listed in the guide.