Dutch Tavern — Restaurant in New London

My new fav pub! Old style place in a historic neighborhood, wish I lived near this joint. Was heading up to Boston and was in the mood for a pint and burger. Ellie was a very friendly and great bartender, had the clam chowder and burger. And even got some soup to go for my kid which tells you how good it was! A very cool cook ( sorry didn’t get his name) who clearly enjoys his craft. Can’t wait to try his chili.

Nov 2025 update. Had the chili twice over the last year, excellent flavor, took some home ( to Boston) both times, that says something ! Had the RI chowder today for the first time, very clean and flavorful, not as creamy as the New England variety but really liked the consistency and clams, took a bowl home ( again 😎) and my kid loved it. Also had the chicken sandwich today, excellent job Tim,...

If you're headed to the Dutch, know three things: -Cash only. No plastic. -Be nice, or leave: it's posted on the wall and is not a joke. -Grill shuts off at 3pm (or so. Better to be early than cut it close).

If you can live with those three caveats, then you'll love New London's oldest watering hole. Dark, antique, and no frills. Small but diverse selection of taps, great bottles and cans; everything from Brooklyn drafts ($4) to cans of Schaefer ($1.50). If there's a game playing, it's on the TV. A truly fantastic bar if you're there in search of an antique "dive vibe"...

I was there to order , the cook blew his nose & did not wash his hands so disgusting . & when I mentioned it to the lady (owner) I believed she was with purple hair she laughed it off . I didn’t think that was funny not one bit it was so unsanitary . If that’s the kind of business u run NO THANK YOU ! People forget you’re not cooking for your children or family maybe u can get away with it but not when the community ...