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What User likes about Fred's Shanty:
It was our first time dining here, and we were quite pleased with our experience. The staff was exceptional and very accommodating. The prices were reasonable, and the quality matched. A note for future visitors: there are no bathroom facilities, which made things a bit uncomfortable after a two-hour drive. However, the restaurant we stopped at on the way was very friendly and graciously accommodated my party of six. View all feedback.
What User doesn't like about Fred's Shanty:
I've been a few times and the food is decent for fried food, but the hotdogs and fries leave something to be desired. It's simple to stop by the shanty after a day on the boat, but it's fairly slow for the season. I believe it's a seasonal restaurant and if that's the case, it's totally not worth going unless you're looking for slow fast food style food. The last time we were there we waited about 10 minutes for some... View all feedback.
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It was our first time dining here, and we were quite pleased with our experience. The staff was exceptional and very accommodating. The prices were reasonable,...
read moreGreat spot, decent food, great prices, nice area, right on the mouth of the Thames river, overlooking a marina and EB Groton across the river. Nice atmosphere....
read moreI've been a few times and the food is decent for fried food, but the hotdogs and fries leave something to be desired. It's simple to stop by the shanty after a...
read moreThe fried scallops meal was good. Fries are tiny shoe string, but that was good. Wish there was something other than prepackaged Kens tartar sauce available. Cl...
read moreThe lobster roll was simply amazing! This place met all my expectations as a fantastic restaurant that serves genuine seafood at an excellent price. I've never...
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read moreI enjoyed my shrimp dinner and other items I tried. The only downside was that I was hoping to have lobster.
It was our first visit to this restaurant, and we were very happy with our experience. The staff were friendly and attentive. The prices were reasonable, and th...
read moreThe lobster roll was absolutely incredible! This restaurant was exactly what I envisioned for a fantastic takeout spot, offering genuine seafood at a great pric...
read moreThe only reason I gave Fred's four stars is that I am not the biggest fan of flounder. I'm more of a cod person. Some people say that they are the same. They're...
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read moreDuring our visit to New London, we decided to pop into Fred's Shanty for a quick lunch, and we couldn't be happier with our choice! We enjoyed an amazing plate...
read moreI've been visiting Fred's for over twenty-five years. Today was my first trip there this year, and the moment the food arrived at the window, I immediately sens...
read moreWow, they have the best fried clams I’ve ever tasted! My friend ordered the lobster roll and absolutely loved it too. She had tried four different lobster rolls...
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