Best of East Haddam, CT
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in East Haddam, CT — mapped and organized by category.
About East Haddam
East Haddam is a town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States, situated within the Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region. The community features summer resorts, historical sites, and natural areas for visitors to explore.
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Boardman House Inn
Boardman House Inn is a hotel located at 8 Norwich Road. It sits within the historic district of East Haddam, Connecticut.
The building was constructed around 1860 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.
View details →Best Hotels in East Haddam
3 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Boardman House Inn
Boardman House Inn is a hotel located at 8 Norwich Road. It sits within the historic district of East Haddam, Connecticut.
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Bishopsgate Inn
The Bishopsgate Inn is a hotel located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
Best Restaurants in East Haddam
10 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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La Vita Gustosa
La Vita Gustosa is a pizza restaurant located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Tavern on the Hill
Tavern on the Hill serves classic American fare in a historic setting within Haddam Center Historic District.
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China Royale
China Royale is a Chinese restaurant located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Grano Arso
Grano Arso is an Italian restaurant located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District, offering a selection of classic dishes.
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Haddam Pizza
Haddam Pizza is a pizza restaurant located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Restaurant L&E
Restaurant L&E serves as a dining spot within the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Thai Riverside
Thai Riverside serves traditional Thai dishes in a relaxed setting near the river.
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Village Pizza
Village Pizza serves a variety of pizza options in the Haddam Center Historic District.
Best Cafés & Coffee in East Haddam
3 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Higher Grounds at 32 Main
Higher Grounds at 32 Main is a café located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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The Cooking Company
The Cooking Company is a café located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Two Wrasslin' Cats
Two Wrasslin' Cats is a café located in the Hadlyme North Historic District.
Best Bars & Nightlife in East Haddam
2 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Pattaconk 1850 Bar & Grill
Pattaconk 1850 Bar & Grill is a bar located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
Best Things to Do in East Haddam
8 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Thankful Arnold House
The Thankful Arnold House Museum is an American historic house museum in Haddam, Connecticut. It features a gambrel‑roofed house built circa 1800 with a garden and grounds.
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Chester Historical Society Museum at the Mill
The Chester Historical Society Museum at the Mill offers a look into local history in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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East Haddam Historical Society Museum
The East Haddam Historical Society Museum is located in the Hadlyme North Historic District.
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Chester Gallery
Chester Gallery is an attraction located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Gillette Castle
Gillette Castle State Park sits high above the Connecticut River in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Lori Warner Studio/Gallery
Lori Warner Studio/Gallery is an attraction located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery
Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery is an attraction located in the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
Best Shops in East Haddam
4 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Goodspeed's Station Country Store
Goodspeed's Station Country Store is located at 22 Bridge Road.
Best Parks & Outdoors in East Haddam
7 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Salmon River Boat Launch
Salmon River Boat Launch is a park located in the Haddam Center Historic District.
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Eagle Landing State Park
Eagle Landing State Park occupies 16 acres on the west bank of the Connecticut River in Hadlyme Ferry Historic District, offering picnicking, fishing, bird watching and car‑top boating facilities. A private concessionaire provides river excursions from a dock within the park.
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Haddam Meadows State Park
Haddam Meadows State Park spans 175 acres (71 ha) in the town of Haddam, offering trails through riverside landscapes such as marshes, beaches, sand bars, fern growths, meadow lands, and hardwood forest.
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Great Hill Park
Great Hill Park is a public park located in the Haddam Center Historic District.
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North Quarter Park
North Quarter Park offers a peaceful green space within the Hadlyme Ferry Historic District.
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