LOCAL GUIDE
Dog Watch Café
This local haunt has good taste, and we’re not just talking about the delicious food. The Café also sells Good Dog merchandise and apparel. From hoodies to dog collars, you’ll never fur-get this experience. 194 Water St., Stonington, CT; dogwatchcafe.com
Matunuck Oyster Bar
Everything on the menu is farm-to-table and pond-to-plate. In other words, you can’t get any fresher than this restaurant on Potter’s Pond. Take a tour of the Oyster Farm to see how trappers harvest shellfish, clams and steamers, then enjoy the fruits of their labor on the waterfront patio. 629 Succotash Rd., S. Kingstown, RI; rhodyoysters.com
The Mooring
The Mooring was just named one of “100 Best Al Fresco Restaurants” in the county by OpenTable. Built in the original New York Yacht Club building, you can watch the boats (and plates) pass by course after course while it’s still warm outside.
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1 Sayers Wharf, Newport, RI; mooringrestaurant.com
Oyster Club
From the same creative team that built the Engine Room and Grass & Bone butcher shop from the ground up, Oyster Club has earned a reputation as one of the country’s best oyster bars. Its constantly changing menu takes produce from nearby Stone Acres Farm and local fisherman, making it as local as the loyal patrons. 13 Water St., Mystic, CT; oysterclubct.com
Red 36
This seaport spot may attract the summer crowds with its seafood-focused menu, but the colder fall and winter months really show its staying power. After a picturesque meal in the indoor dining area, take one of their winter cocktails, like the Mexican Mule, outside and feel the heat of both the tequila and the roaring fireplace. 2 Washington St., Mystic, CT; red36ct.com
The Sea Goose
We think seafood is best served chilled, as in, eaten
Barley Head Brewery
Jonathan Edwards Winery
Cottrell Brewing Company
Langworthy Farm Winery
The ale brewed at Barley Head is as local as it gets. Most ingredients are sourced locally—some even come from the brewer’s own garden! We suggest going on the second Thursday of each month during the Art Series, so you can view new artists’ work on the brewery walls. 12 Water St., Mystic, CT; barleyheadbrewery.com
Above: Jonathan Edwards is a Napa-style winery in a New England setting.
during the cold season. Warm your bones with the Sea Goose’s seafood stew, a hearty meal with lobster, Jonah crab, shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels with potatoes, carrots and roasted fennel in a rich saffron tomato broth. 265 Post Road., Westerly, RI; theseagoose.com
S&P Oyster Co. Chef Cobena cooks with a zest for life. His dishes, each crafted with a South American kick, are a uniquely inspired take on traditional, Mystic seafood. Cooked with only the freshest ingredients, we suggest the paella paired with a crisp glass of white. S&P also offers vegan and gluten-free menus. 1 Holmes St., Mystic, CT; sp-oyster.com
Flagship Ale and other brews—flows once more. 63 Canal St., Westerly, RI; greysailbrewing.com
In the mood for some laughs and drafts? Head over to this brewing company, started in 1997, for some comedy and in-house brews on the first Friday of every month for Comedy Six Pack. 100 Mechanic St., Pawcatuck, CT; cottrellbrewing.com
Grey Sail Brewing
The building that now occupies this nationally recognized beer company has a history with grain. It was a macaroni factory in the 20s and nearly a century later, the grain—used to make their award-winning
Boasting “New England charm, Napa style,” this vineyard sits on 20 acres of grape fields, expertly crushed and fermented to create a bicoastal wine experience unlike any other in the Northeast. The winery also hosts weddings, private parties and concerts. 74 Chester Main Rd., North Stonington, CT; jedwardswinery.com
Built on the historic 1875 property of former Rhode Island Governor Samuel Ward, Langworthy is totally worthy of a visit. Pop in during one of its special events like the Special Wine Flight on Oct. 12th and 13th or the Harvest Soup Fest on Nov. 9th and 10th. 308 Shore Rd., Westerly, RI; langworthyfarm.com
Stonington Vineyards
Vineyards & Breweries
This vineyard hosts an annual Harvest Festival in September, featuring live bands, artisans, wine tastings and food trucks for just $25 in advance. We recommend Yoga in the Tasting Room on Monday evenings, because you deserve a glass of wine (or two) after a killer workout. 523 Taugwonk Rd., Stonington, CT; stoningtonvineyards.com
Beer’d Brewing Company
Saltwater Farm Vineyards
This microbrewery is hop(s) in…get it? The tasting room is open to the public on certain hours of the week, where guests can savor a complimentary tasting of each of the available beers
Below: Grey Sail Brewing has been making craft beer since 2011.
Named one of the “Top 50 Most Romantic Venues in the U.S.” by Brides magazine, this vineyard is all about making memories. Guests will never forget the crisp taste of its award-winning
PHOTOGRAPHY: JONATHAN EDWARDS WINERY BY BUZZ MEDIA COMPANY; GREY SAIL BREWING CONTRIBUTED
that day. Try a seasonal favorite and take home a pint before you head out. 22 Bayview Avenue, Stonington, CT; beerdbrewing.com