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Friar Tuck's Tavern

4.5Google rating(890 reviews)
Friar Tuck's Tavern

Known For

Back patio garden seating that transforms dinner into an evening

Friar Tuck's Tavern balances cozy nook interiors with genuinely lovely outdoor seating, making it a date spot that works across seasons and moods. The garden vibes out back have a way of making you lose track of time entirely.

🕐Best time to visit: warm evenings in May or June before summer crowds arrive

12 Water St, Mystic, CT 06355, USA

Our Take

Friar Tuck's Tavern threads together outdoor seating, garden atmosphere, and a cozy-nook interior in a way that naturally pulls people into longer, better conversations. Nearly nine hundred reviews confirm this is a standout local favorite that earns a dedicated visit, not just a spontaneous one.

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Downtown

12 Water St, Mystic, CT 06355, USA

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