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"Most recently, The Whaler's Inn, one of Mystic's most historic stays, has expanded with The Stanton House. Crowning Stanton House is the Riverview Penthouse, where a wraparound balcony looks out over the Mystic River, and an indoor-outdoor fireplace connects seating areas on both sides. The suite strikes a glamorous yet homey balance, down to the wooden window shutters and classic board games."
"On a recent visit, oysters arrived first, dressed with caviar, citrus cream, and ginger, with a briny bite that was decadent yet balanced. From there, the menu tumbled into surprises like seared local scup and escargots. The procession continued with delicacies like monkfish mortadella toast, steak tartare perched on crisp potato, and a roasted fluke, ceremoniously deboned table side. Meanwhile, the excellent Cousteau martini of oyster vodka, kelp-infused gin, and Lillet Blanc."
"In nearly 20 years of living in New England, I've mostly fawned over Mystic, Connecticut, as the birthplace of Julia Roberts' filmography with the 1988 rom-com "Mystic Pizza." But recently, I've been watching this slice of coastal Connecticut quietly get wind in its boutique luxury sails. From highbrow hotels to restaurants with rightfully tough reservations, Mystic is glowing up. The classic offerings of seafaring history, wood-shingled charm, and (obviously) pizza remain."
Mystic, Connecticut retains its seafaring history, wood-shingled charm, and pizza while simultaneously embracing boutique-luxury growth. Historic properties are being converted into design-forward hotels and galleries. The Whaler's Inn expanded with The Stanton House, featuring a Riverview Penthouse with a wraparound balcony, indoor-outdoor fireplace, and homey touches like wooden shutters and board games. The Shipwright's Daughter restaurant, led by James Beard-recognized chef David Standridge, presents a coastal tasting experience with dishes such as caviar-dressed oysters, seared local scup, escargots, monkfish mortadella toast, steak tartare on crisp potato, and a ceremonially deboned roasted fluke, plus creative cocktails like the Cousteau martini.
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