West Shore Seafood

4.4 ( 402 reviews )
$20–30
449 Bantam Lake Rd, Morris, CT 06763, United States
+1 860-567-8000

West Shore Seafood, nestled at 449 Bantam Lake Rd, Morris, CT, is a delightful seafood haven renowned for its cozy atmosphere and remarkable culinary offerings. This casual eatery stands out as a local gem, warmly embraced by both residents and visitors.

Reviewers rave about the wide selection of fresh seafood, with particular favorites being the crab cakes, fried oysters, and the Honeymoon tacos. Diners like Playa Squirrel and Claude Taylor emphasize the restaurant's commitment to quality, noting that even the seemingly simple dishes like the swordfish sandwich showcase exceptional flavor. Additionally, the fried clam appetizer receives praise for its crispy texture.

The ambiance fosters a community vibe, perfect for enjoying a leisurely meal outdoors. Patrons appreciate the friendly service, with employees going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience, as highlighted by Patricia Brabant’s glowing remarks about the lobster roll — touted as “perfectly toasted and full of delicious lobster meat.”

Although some reviews mention a wait for food, they affirm that the quality is well worth it. West Shore Seafood is more than just a dining spot; it's a taste of local culture, making it a must-visit when you're in the area.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Has private dining room
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For West Shore Seafood

Playa Squirrel
Jun 18,2025
Update 5/25/23: Everything was excellent. Great place to stop when out for a drive. Stopped for lunch after touring the Litchfield Distillery. Fish was really good; chips were a little soggy. Honeymoon tacos were excellent, as were the crab cakes. Stop here and eat with the locals!
Michelle McKenney
Jun 17,2025
Cute place. The Bloody Mary was delicious. The fried oyster appetizer and fried clams were crispy and fresh.
Claude Taylor
May 29,2025
First ever visit in early August on a recommendation from Winvian Farm staff. Awesome seafood experience in Bantam Lake area! Delicious entrees with something for every sefood fan. Swordfish sandwich, seared ahi tuna and seaweed salad are outstanding. Noticable casual community vibe under the tent and on the lawn. Local gem for regulars, very worth the time for visitors.
Robby Collignon
May 21,2025
Been wanting to try this little gem for a while right by Bantam Lake. I had the whole belly clams and my wife had the fried oysters both delicious. The lobster biscuits not something I would rave about but ok. They are always busy so plan on waiting. We got here early with plenty of seating and still had to wait 30 minutes for our food all and all I say it was worth the wait. Keep in mind. They are open seven days a week but they do close from 3 o’clock to 4 o’clock for a break and do not serve during that hour.
Patricia Brabant
May 19,2025
Amazing employees serving delicious food! The lobster roll was perfectly toasted and full of delicious lobster meat. I would eat here every night if I could. The employees were also very kind, and made sure every patron has a good experience.
Yachai Reilly
Apr 26,2025
I can not believe in all the years I've lived in Litchfield county that this was the first time I stopped here. I love seafood & came here after kayaking for the day. I brought my son who has a seafood allergy & they were able to make his burger with fries no problem, he didn't feel the least bit irritated (sometime he will hive up). They have a full bar & seating is all outside. I can't wait to go back.
Ernie Marino
Mar 27,2025
Been driving by for years and finally stopped by for lunch for the first time. Wow! Food was delicious. I had the chicken tacos with a side order of cabbage and my wife had a cod sandwich with fries and a clam chowder. Everything was delicious. They had a tented and non tented outdoor seating area. The place was clean and the employees were very nice. We will be coming back again.
Thomas Juliano Jr.
Mar 20,2025
Best clam strips around. Food was fresh and delicious. Staff was very friendly. And corn hole! Beautiful spot!

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