Sandpiper Restaurant in East Haven, CT, is a welcoming seafood destination where fresh flavors, a relaxed atmosphere, and thoughtful hospitality come together to create a memorable dining experience.
Known for its seafood rolls and platters, the restaurant celebrates the best of coastal dining with a menu that also features local beer, cocktails, wine, coffee, and comforting quick bites.
Whether you are stopping in for a leisurely lunch, settling in for dinner, or enjoying a solo meal, Sandpiper offers the kind of inviting setting that makes every visit feel easy, satisfying, and worth repeating.
Its airy interior, nautical décor, and patio seating add to the charm, giving guests a space that feels both casual and special at the same time.
What makes Sandpiper Restaurant especially appealing is the balance it strikes between quality, comfort, and convenience. Guests appreciate the fast service, great beer selection, great cocktails, and memorable desserts, along with the restaurant’s signature local specialty offerings.
The dining experience is designed to fit a variety of preferences, with outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services available. It is also a great choice for catering, making it a versatile option for gatherings, celebrations, and everyday meals alike.
With a bar on site, table service, and a lively yet cozy atmosphere that can also feel quiet and relaxed depending on the time of day, Sandpiper creates a flexible experience that suits both casual visits and special occasions.
Accessibility and guest comfort are also thoughtfully prioritized. The restaurant provides a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, helping ensure that more customers can enjoy the space with confidence and ease. Reservations are accepted, and payment is simple and convenient with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Backed by a strong 4.40-star rating from 1,646 reviews, Sandpiper Restaurant has earned a reputation as a trusted favorite for seafood lovers in the East Haven area. Located at 161 Cosey Beach Ave, it is a standout choice for anyone looking for flavorful seafood, friendly service, and a comfortable place to gather, dine, and unwind.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Sandpiper Restaurant
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Hot peppers, red pepper aioli, marinara.
Stuffed with our homemade clam stuffing I
Served with broth & butter.
Buffalo, BBQ, Golden BBQ, Sweet Teriyaki, or Red Chili.
Golden Fried Shrimp tossed in delicious Buffalo sauce
Cajun remoulade, slaw.
Corn salsa, red pepper aioli.
Lettuce, tomato, ranch or blue cheese.
Lettuce, tomato, ranch or blue cheese.
Cheddar cheese, bacon.
Served with garlic & white wine.
On the half shell.
On the half shell.
Coconut,Buffalo,&Fried Shrimp
Calamari,Mozzarella wedges &Potato skins
Clams,Oysters &Shrimp Cocktail
PICO de Gallo
Mixed Greens,Grape tomatoes, Cucumber shredded Red cabbage &carrots
Mixed Greens,Grape Tomatoes, Cucumbers Feta cheese Kalamata Olives &Red Onion
Cup $7.00 | Bowl $9.00
Cup $7.00 | Bowl $9.00
Cup $10.00 | Bowl $12.00
French Fries and Slaw.Add Cheese +$1.00 | Add Sauerkraut +$1.00|Onion +$1.00
Add Cheese +$2.00 | Add Sauerkraut +$2.00
Side $10.00 | Add Cheese +$1.00 | Add Bacon +$2.00 Lettuce ,Tomato Served with French Fries and slaw
Served with Lettuce ,Tomato ,French Fries and Slaw
American Cheese and Pickles French Fries and slaw
Chrispy Tenders served with French Fries .BBQ /Honey Mustard
Mushroom, onion, pepper, mozz. Served with French Fries and Slaw
Fried or Grilled served with Lettuce, Tomato ,French Fries and Slaw
Toasted Bread with American cheese and House made Tuna. Served with French Fries and Slaw
Cheese, peppers & onion and Mushrooms With Ff and Slaw
Melted Fontina Cheese on a Artesano Bread
Toasted Roll filled with warm Buttery Lobster meat.
Served on toasted Roll with French Fries and slaw
Served on toast with Lettuce, Tomato with French Fries and Slaw
American Cheese,Grilled Onion and Au Jus Sauce.Served with French Fries and slaw
Fried Chicken Breast ,Cheese and Marinara Sauce on a toasted Sub Roll. Served with French Fries and Slaw
Delightful Fried Clam Strips served with French Fries and Slaw
Served with French Fries and Slaw
Fried crispy and light served with French Fries and Slaw
Crispy Fried Fish served on a bed of crispy French Fries and slaw
(2)Items $32,(3 ) Items $37.00$(4) Items$ 42.00 Sub Whole Bellies /Oysters +$5
Scallops, fried to perfection served alongside Fries & slaw
Over linguine or penne.
Over linguine or penne (white or red).
Over linguine or penne.
Tomato Cream Sauce tossed in pasta with Shrimp nestled in to make a harmonious Happening.
Lightly Battered Chicken Breast Sautéed in a delightful Lemon Butter wine sauce served over pasta.
Lobster meat tossed in a delightful Tomato cream Sauce incorporated into Linguine.
Spinach &Mushroom in a cream Sauce
Grilled or Cajun. Served with rice and veggies.
Panciered scallops and shrimp dressed with a lovely creamy garlic butter sauce, served with roasted potatoes and spinach.
Succulent steam lobster served alongside baked potato and vegetable
In lovely teriyaki glazed salmon dressed with pineapple. Served alongside rice and broccoli
A beautiful harmony of fresh cOD, a light dusting of Panko crumbs with a lovely drizzle of garlic butter sauce on top served alongside rice and vegetables.
Steam doors stuffed served a along side roasted potatoes and vegetable.
Juicy New York strip cooked to your liking, served with baked potato and vegetable
Grilled to perfection served with baked potato and vegetable
Shrimp stuffed with our Homemade Crab &Shrimp Stuffing served with Baked Potatoe and Veggie
Stuffed Scrod,Stuffed clam & Stuffed Shrimp. Served with a melted Butter Baked Potato and Veggies
Succulent Stuffed Lobster made with our homemade shrimp crab stuffing.Served with Baked Potato and Veggies
Toppings: Pepperoni $3.25 | Sausage $3.25 | Meatballs $3.25 | Bacon $3.25 | Onion $3.25 | Peppers $3.25 | Hot Cherry Peppers $3.25 | Mushroom $3.25 | Broccoli $3.25 | Spinach $3.25 |Crispy Chicken $4.00 | Fresh Mozz $4.00 | Fresh Tomato $6.00 | Shrimp $8.00 | Clams $8.00 | Scallops $8.00 | Mike's Hot Honey $1.00
Clams, shrimp, scallops & garlic.
Clams, peppers, bacon & garlic.
Spinach, broccoli, mushrooms, peppers & onions.
Pepperoni, sausage, meatball & bacon.
Mozz, shrimp, pepperoni & hot cherry peppers.
Mozz, chicken, broccoli, & garlic.
Mozz, chicken, BBQ or buffalo sauce.
Tomato sauce, fresh mozz & fresh basil.
Tomato, red onion, fresh basil & garlic.
Hear from our valued guests
Can’t remember the waitress name had a 4 leaf clover 🍀 tattoo on her neck. Was very sweet! Food was awesome way better the shell n bones. High recommended! 😎 👌
Great food, service, and atmosphere! Our server, Lisa B, was excellent and very friendly! Worth the 6 hour drive😁
We can't speak highly enough about the service and food we experienced, during a family luncheon I booked there on 6 June at high noon. Our servers, Lisa and Nicole exhausted themselves to ensure our party of 16 had an enjoyable and memorable experience. I can't recall another time in my adult life that I hugged wait staffers for service above and beyond my highest expectations. Our joyous family reunion weekend was further elevated by those caring, consciousness, highly proficient rock stars! Many thanks for going the extra mile pursuant to taking care of those I love and cherish above all else. Highly recommend!
Have been coming to the sandpiper for many years. Under this ownership the food was fantastic Lisa B was great. She was attentive and very friendly. Will be back.
I came here to enjoy some seafood. So I came on my birthday on Monday. First thing is just how friendly our waiter was. She’s so energetic and happy to see a new face. The atmosphere of the indoor dining area matches what they served us. And this place was a nice gemstone to enjoy. The atmosphere is so quiet and serene at lunchtime. The food was absolutely delicious and I only regret not eating more of it. The seafood was scrumptious. The oysters I had were good and clean. I would definitely come back here again to curb my seafood appetite.
Lisa was exceptional, she made me and my husband feel warm and welcomed. We will definitely be going back, especially when the weather gets warm.
I went for dinner and I had the best experience!! If you’re having a seafood craving in the winter time this is the place to go. Lisa M was our server and she could not have been better. She was so attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. She was also very friendly and I will definitely return for her to wait on me again! The lobster Mac and cheese was phenomenal, one of the best I’ve had in a bit. They also had chowder in a bread bowl which is new and was 10/10. Overall an absolutely amazing experience!
I was a late sit-in but Lisa M reassured me that there was no rush and I could take me time. She was really nice and made me feel welcomed. The food was good. The lobster bisque had some big chunk of lobster in it. The lobster roll was packed with lobster meat and the lobster tails were fresh.
The food was definitely fresh and tasted great. It had a great atmosphere, good for families, and great service. It wasn’t too crowded. My family sat outside since the weather was nice. Plenty of parking on site or near the restaurant. There is an ice cream shop attached to the main restaurant that faces towards the water! Grab a cup before walking over, post-meal.
Had a great time at Samdpiper and the server Lisa B was AMAZING! You gotta try the lobster rolls, which are super fresh and it comes with a huge load of fries. Everyone is warm and attentive. If you happen to be in this area and want to try out lober rolls, this is the place to come!
Common questions about Sandpiper Restaurant
Sandpiper Restaurant is located at 161 Cosey Beach Ave, East Haven, CT 06512, United States, East Haven, CT, United States.
You can reach Sandpiper Restaurant by calling +1 203-469-7544.
Sandpiper Restaurant has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 1646 customer reviews.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Serves local specialty.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Quick bite, Spirits, Wine.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Lively, Quiet, Trending.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Sandpiper Restaurant features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Plenty of parking.
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