Off The Hook by J&R Seafood — Restaurant in Groton

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Off The Hook is officially a must-visit in Mystic! 🎣🔥

I finally got to check out Off The Hook, the newest addition to the J&R Seafood Market family, and it did not disappoint! This grab-and-go seafood spot brings fresh, flavorful, and creative seafood dishes right to the heart of downtown Mystic, and I’m already thinking about what to order next.

The menu is stacked with options—lobster roll flights, crispy fish & chip cones, poke bowls, elevated fish sandwiches, a raw bar, and even fresh oysters straight from Ninigret, RI. Everything is made fresh, packed with flavor, and the portions? Definitely generous!

Beyond the food, the whole vibe of Off The Hook is exactly what Mystic needed—laid-back, welcoming, and perfect for both locals and visitors looking for a quick but delicious bite. Whether you’re grabbing something to go or hanging out for a bit, this spot has already made a name for itself as a seafood destination.

If you haven’t been yet, do yourself a favor and stop by—this place is making waves in...

We ordered their fried halibut (Nashville hot) sandwich, fried fish tacos, clam chowder, and a mixed order of the scallops and corn fritters/clam fritters. We would give the sandwich a 6/10 since it had a lot of breading on it which made it difficult to really taste the fish. The fried tacos were ok..but I felt like it needed some flavor seasoning (6/10). Some Sriracha aioli would have made it better rather than plain tartar sauce 👍

I'm sorry, but the clam chowder was absolutely terrible. It was so watery and had no flavor (0/10 would not recommend). It was not a chowder at all.

The clam fritters were pretty plain, so we preferred the scallops and corn fritters since it had more flavor.

If you're in the area and looking for a snack, we would recommend trying the scallops and corn fritters!

Cashier was super...

Superbly fresh seafood from local boats presented in both classic and creative ways. A divine lobster roll trio of classic butter, lemon aioli, and tempura with spicy mayo is the coastal flavor bomb of my dreams! Pure heaven! Sensational mini fritters are packed with fresh, large chunks of clam, scallop, or shrimp for a perfect walking snack. Beer battered cod fish and chips are cleverly cut into “finger” shapes to make outdoor dining easier and the hand cut fries are divine. I brought home a classic tuna poke bowl for dinner but shrimp or lobster salad poke bowls are all completely customizable. The smash burger with hand cut fries was messy but also delicious. Don't miss this mid-day stop as they are open 11am-6pm on the corner of West Main and Pearl Streets. Curb delivery and...