Eat Local

One of the best parts of travel is eating well — and you’ll find a mix of homestyle, casual, and local favorites right nearby. Here are some top picks:

🍽️ Local Eateries & Cafés

After a sun-drenched afternoon, treat your taste buds to some local flavor. Here are a few favorites near Branford and the springs:

• Sisters Café – Classic home-style, country cooking. On Fridays they serve a seafood buffet; “must try the fried chicken.”
• The Branford Gathering – American fare, lunch & dinner. Solid choice when you want more than just a quick bite.
• Our Place Pizzeria & Ristorante – Local favorite for pizza, calzones, and Italian-style dishes.
• China House – Chinese takeout / dine-in. Good option if you want something different from “river-food.”
• Sandy Point Restaurant – Slightly more off the beaten path, but charming; seafood and local dishes in a relaxed setting.
• Branford Farm Stand Restaurant – Fresh farm-to-table tacos, burritos, bowls, and homemade ice cream. Great choice for lunch.
• The Collective Food Yard & Garden – A laid-back outdoor gathering spot where multiple food trucks, local vendors, and artisan stalls share a garden setting.

Pro tip: some of these places have limited hours (lunch-only, closed on certain days). Always check before you go.