Shanks Waterfront Dining

We’ve been long overdue for a trip back to Shanks! We visited on what was probably one of the hottest days of the year, but the breeze was so nice from the water that it didn’t even phase us. They had live music, so it was a nice vibe that night. We appreciated that the staff brought the food up to us, and it all came out quickly. I wasn’t expecting so many unique options like the crab Rangoon flatbread or lobster nachos, but they were great!! Definitely keeping this spot in mind for future waterfront meals.

This place was great! The food came out quick and fresh and all of the staff were extremely polite and hard working. We didn’t expect to get as much assistance as we did! The upper deck was cooler with the breeze and had a nice view of the water. We ordered coconut shrimp, a side of fries, a kids grilled cheese, lobster BLT, lobster nachos, and four sodas with a total of $118 (lobster dishes are market price, but I feel that the quantity and quality of what we were served was worth the price compared to similar restaurants). We went on a weekday at lunch, but I imagine this place gets bonkers on weekend nights…just be aware that parking is a bit limited!

My family and I were very excited to try this restaurant by the water. However, sadly, the experience was nothing that we thought it would be. First of all, I paid for my mother and I, and we were forced to tip before even knowing what the service would be like (Btw, for a lobster bisque, roll and 2 drinks totaled to $132). My family ordered a variety of menu items as well, almost everything was received cold, burned and soggy. Mom said the lobster bomb was hard and stale. The presentation was good, but misleading in quality. My sister told the waitress that we weren't happy with the food, everything was burnt and cold.. She literally laughed and walked away. Our tables were mostly full plates that were left uneaten, and everyone agreed we would not come back. Also, the tables were dirt

This place is a hidden gem in Connecticut tucked away on a dead end road that leads to the ocean!!! The chef has created a lobster bisque that is out of this world! The Tuna tacos were perfectly prepared and extremely generous. The pineapple and Jalapeño salsa was perfect blend of sweet with a touch of heat. My daughter had the Lobster Roll and hands down it was the best she has had. Tender, moist Lobster meat with a perfectly toasted and buttered roll. We will be back!

This waterfront restaurant is very casual. You order your own food and then go sit at a picnic table. Word to the wise give someone in your party your order and then go wait for a table because there are not that many. The view is lovely from the upper deck. If you know the area it’s down a bit from Rocky’s aqua. I had fried clams and they were probably just about the best fried clams I’ve ever had and I consider myself a bit of a fried clam aficionado because I order them almost every time we go out in the summer if they’re on the menu. My brother-in-law got the same thing however his were a little bit more crispy than mine. Mine were absolutely perfect. My husband got the shrimp tacos and he gave them about a 7 out of 10 rating. My sister-in-law got the lobster roll and she also got