The local’s guide to Mystic
Food scene
Fantastic locally sourced dishes with a wide array of fancy drinks. The atmosphere is fun!
112 locals recommend
Engine Room
14 Holmes StFantastic locally sourced dishes with a wide array of fancy drinks. The atmosphere is fun!
Quick and tasty options for any meal. Grab and go and enjoy a picnic on the Mystic green overlooking the Mystic River!
26 locals recommend
Grass & Bone
24 E Main StQuick and tasty options for any meal. Grab and go and enjoy a picnic on the Mystic green overlooking the Mystic River!
Nationally famous and worth its reputation. You may see a line so go early! Very tasty gluten-free options!
106 locals recommend
Sift Bake Shop Mystic
5 Water StNationally famous and worth its reputation. You may see a line so go early! Very tasty gluten-free options!
So many options for pizza - including vegan and gluten-free. Great for take-out or sitting outside.
37 locals recommend
Pizzetta
7 Water StSo many options for pizza - including vegan and gluten-free. Great for take-out or sitting outside.
Right on the drawbridge! Enjoy homemade flavors right on the River. Vegan / dairy-free options.
44 locals recommend
Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream
2 W Main StRight on the drawbridge! Enjoy homemade flavors right on the River. Vegan / dairy-free options.
Beautiful vineyard in an old airplane hanger. Fun ambiance. Local music in-season.
70 locals recommend
Saltwater Farm Vineyard
349 Elm StBeautiful vineyard in an old airplane hanger. Fun ambiance. Local music in-season.
The most amazing food you’ll find in Mystic. It’s locally sourced, higher end, delicious, and unique. Don’t skip dessert! Easily accommodating for allergies.
31 locals recommend
The Shipwright's Daughter
20 E Main StThe most amazing food you’ll find in Mystic. It’s locally sourced, higher end, delicious, and unique. Don’t skip dessert! Easily accommodating for allergies.
Small sandwich and coffee shop for a quick grab-and-go.
17 locals recommend
Indulge Coffee and Sandwich Co.
17 High StSmall sandwich and coffee shop for a quick grab-and-go.
Shopping
AUTHENTIC 1
22 Pearl StShop small at our local fitness apparel shop. The owner is super friendly!
Trove Mens Provisions
15 W Main StShopping for men. Unique pieces and great for gifts!
Neighborhoods
Watch Hill
The most beautiful beaches and homes!
Sightseeing
Amazing for a long walk/hike. Beautiful beach for relaxing. Very quiet in the winter. Pretty busy in the summer.
34 locals recommend
Napatree Point Conservation Area
Fort RoadAmazing for a long walk/hike. Beautiful beach for relaxing. Very quiet in the winter. Pretty busy in the summer.
Steps from your stay! Enjoy the history of our local coastal town.
276 locals recommend
Mystic Seaport Museum
75 Greenmanville AveSteps from your stay! Enjoy the history of our local coastal town.
Activities
Rent paddle boards or kayaks for the river or bikes to scoot around town. Friendly owner and staff.
27 locals recommend
Adventure Mystic Outdoor Retail Store & Paddle Mystic - Kayak, Paddleboard and Bike rental
15 Holmes StRent paddle boards or kayaks for the river or bikes to scoot around town. Friendly owner and staff.
Mystic Aquarium
Indoor and outdoor exhibits. Lots to see! Great for families.
City advice
Getting around
Walking is your friend!!
Traffic and parking can be tough in downtown Mystic. Walk from our spot or park once and then walk around. If you’re going to another part of town, you’ll definitely want to drive there.