Connecticut · Fried Oysters

Best Fried Oysters in Connecticut

Golden, crispy, and briny — a great fried oyster is hard to beat. These spots know how to do them right.

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29 Fried Oyster Spots in Connecticut

AQUA

Clinton, CT

Waterfront seafood & steak restaurant in Clinton, CT with live music and classic New England cuisine.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Bill's Seafood

Westbrook, CT

Family-owned dockside seafood restaurant on the Patchogue River since 1978. Fresh seafood, live music, and classic Connecticut shoreline dining.

Fried OystersBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Blue Lobster Restaurant

Berlin, CT

Small seafood eatery in Berlin, CT with patio serving chowders, lobster rolls & fresh plates with beer & wine.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter

Breaking Crab

Waterbury, CT

A Waterbury seafood takeout restaurant specializing in crab legs, shrimp, and fish dishes.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Cajun Boiled Seafood

New Haven, CT

A fine dining restaurant in New Haven, CT offering fresh seafood dishes with exotic sauces and flavors.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Cajun Crab

Wallingford, CT

Cajun-style seafood restaurant specializing in seafood boils, Po' Boys, and pasta dishes.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Captain Scott's Lobster Dock

New London, CT

Casual seafood lobster dock in New London, Connecticut serving lobster rolls from a take-out window with picnic table seating.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Copps Island Oyster Shack

Stratford, CT

A casual seaside eatery serving oysters and seafood directly from their boats with first come, first serve seating.

Fried OystersFried ClamsLobster RollsRaw Bars
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Copps Island Oyster Shack

Norwalk, CT

Oyster Shack is a casual seafood destination specializing in fresh oysters and raw bar offerings. With locations in both Norwalk and Stratford, Connecticut, …

Fried OystersFried ClamsLobster RollsRaw Bars
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Costello's Clam Shack

Groton, CT

Classic New England seafood shack in Groton, CT with indoor/outdoor seating and water views.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Crab shack king a touch of soul

Middletown, CT

A seafood restaurant offering party platters, soul food combos, fish dinners, shrimp dinners, and seafood boils made fresh and delivered.

Fried OystersFish & ChipsFried ShrimpLobster Rolls
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D'Amato's Seafood

New Haven, CT

Fresh seafood prepared to order since 1933. Takeout and delivery available from New Haven's iconic seafood spot.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Dockside Seafood and Grill

Branford, CT

Waterfront seafood restaurant located in Safe Harbor Marina at Bruce and Johnson's. Fresh daily catches served in casual nautical atmosphere with indoor and …

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Donahue's Clam Castle

Madison, CT

Roadside seafood shack in Madison, CT offering clams and fresh seafood with outdoor picnic seating.

Fried OystersFish & ChipsLobster RollsSeafood Shacks
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Elm Street Oyster House

Greenwich, CT

Located right off Greenwich Avenue in the heart of Greenwich, CT, Elm Street Oyster House is one of the most critically acclaimed seafood restaurants in Conn…

Fried OystersFish & ChipsFried CalamariRaw Bars
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Greenwich Fish Company

Greenwich, CT

Greenwich Fish Company brings nearly 45 years of combined seafood expertise to Greenwich, Connecticut. Our specialty is providing the freshest premium seafoo…

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFish Markets
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Hook & Reel

Orange, CT

Hook & Reel serves authentic Cajun seafood in Orange, CT with dine-in, takeout, and catering options.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFried Calamari
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Johnny Ad's

Old Saybrook, CT

Johnny Ad's is a legendary seafood restaurant that started as a humble seafood shack in 1957 and has evolved into a beloved seaside tradition in Old Saybrook…

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFisherman's Platter
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Lenny's Indian Head Inn

Branford, CT

Branford's premier shoreline seafood restaurant since 1968, serving fresh local lobster, chowder, steamers, and steaks.

Fried OystersBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Mystic Fish Camp

Mystic, CT

Fresh, sustainable seafood at Mystic Fish Camp in Mystic, CT. Family-friendly coastal dining with nostalgic summer camp charm.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFried Clams
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Nordic Fish

Fairfield, CT

Nordic Fish is a premium seafood market and sushi restaurant located in Fairfield, Connecticut. The establishment prioritizes quality and integrity in every …

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFish Markets
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Red 36

Mystic, CT

Airy waterfront restaurant & bar featuring an elevated, seafood-centric American menu and extensive raw bar in historic downtown Mystic.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFried Clams
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Rowayton Seafood

Norwalk, CT

Rowayton Seafood is a multigenerational family of brands celebrating over 50 years of coastal living and entertaining in Norwalk, Connecticut. The establishm…

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFish Markets
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Sandpiper Restaurant

East Haven, CT

Fresh Maine lobster, seafood, and cocktails at a waterfront restaurant overlooking the sound in East Haven.

Fried OystersBaked HaddockChowderFish & Chips
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Stowe's Seafood

West Haven, CT

Year-round seafood shack across from West Haven beaches. Cash only with ATM on premises.

Fried OystersChowderFish & ChipsFish Markets
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The Shipwright's Daughter

Mystic, CT

Award-winning restaurant in Mystic, CT led by James Beard Award-winning Chef David Standridge. Coastal New England flavors near historic bascule bridge.

Fried OystersRaw BarsSeafood ShacksSit-Down Restaurants
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