The Cockatoo Portuguese Restaurant — Restaurant in Stonington

The view is spectacular, however we had multiple problems. We were the first ones in at lunch but the orders took a long time. It took an hour after ordering for our starters to arrive. One person was brought their entree as a starter. The waiter forgot the dressing, and spent a lot of time running from table to table. When the meals did arrive 30 minutes later, the fries were cold and the bread on the sandwiches were extremely soggy. The waiter had a hard time handing back our credit cards and wouldn’t look at them, instead asking us to each describe the card. There were a few other issues as well. I am giving it two stars instead of one since despite a number of issues the taste of the food was good, even in its...

This is what I texted to my significant other after we ate there a few weeks ago... this was my completely candid reaction as an amateur chef who generally doesn't like going out to eat:

"I like that kind of restaurant and that kind of restaurant owner... I'd work there! Providing a memorable experience for customers was her first priority. She does this with GREAT food, and backs it up with family-style hospitality and can-do attitudes from all staff. You could also tell she was friends with the employees. My ideal restaurant...

We ate there 4 weeks ago, party of 6. Exceptional food, setting, people, service. The family owned chef and owner gave us the perfect recommendations. The loaf of bread was fresh, hot, and right out of the oven. The food and drinks were superb. As to the freshness of the food, it reminds me of Scotland, with the gardens and seafood boats right there. Small, quaint place in which you really feel like you're eating with family. Just don't...