Reviews for Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill in Stratford, CT

Went with a friend for her birthday. There was no parking immediately around the building, but ample in other areas of the... shopping park. We were met by a sign outside there door that read, ask host to be seated, with an arrow pointing inside. Butoutside on the deck was a booth with staff seating people. So we weren't very clear if we were to ask them or inside staff, orif it mattered. We asked the ones outdoor, it was 2 ladies and a guy. Between the three of them, we couldn't get theirattention. Finally we were able to ask and they said if yoo....i want to sit indoors ask the host inside, and vice versa. Ok,now that's clear. We told them sure then, we'll sit outside. 'Just give us 2 minutes', we were told, as they stood there in aconversation about tables and staff and confusion, etc,etc... we waited patiently. After a while we decided it was too humidoutccx and we'lljust go inside after all. My friend tried to get their attention again to tell them we'd changed our minds, butthey couldn't care less. Anyway, inside was not much better at first. We were seated quickly, it was cool and air conditioned.But as we sat conversating, we noticed we hadn't been attended to for a good 20 minutes. We tried to flag someone down and noone knew who seated us or who was serving us. In comes Kareem (I hope I got it right! )to the rescue who told us it wasn't histable, but he'll take care of us. And he did the rest of the night. We ordered drinks and apps and our main meal. I wasthrilled to see the impossible burger on the menu. It was cooked very well. My friend got the lobster roll sans bun. She alsogot a salad that looked amazing and ther brussel sprouts(which I wanted, but it has bacon in it and they couldn't do itwithout). I could've used more alcohol in my twisted mule but overall I was very happy with the food! Bill was reasonable. Aswe were finishing up my sister texted me she and her husband were there outside. Well they had a totally different exper Read more

Went to a baby shower here. And I know what you're thinking, why would you have a baby shower at a seafood bar?? But their... private room was absolutely magical and we were able to open up the bay door when the band was playing. It was super fun and thebuffet they set up was awesome. Their Mac and Cheese was phenomenal!! Read more

Food was great, drinks were on point where you actually tasted the alcohol and not just the mixers, and service was great too.... Our server, Maria, was attentive, nice, and did a great job. Will come back again and ask to be seated in her area if possible. Read more

such a fun place to go for a sunset dinner on the sound. went on an August weeknight and they had a reggae band! a lot of... parking and tables inside and outside on the deck and patio. great drink options and food selections. the servers were friendlyand accommodating! definitely recommend Read more

The food was pretty good, loved the views right on the water great place for cute photos. Tonight was Reggae night with a live... band so much fun that?s what did it for me! Super chill spot! @yesgirlct Read more

Stopped by to grab lunch with a family member; it took the hostess awhile to sat us down. It was a Tuesday afternoon (after ... 1pm) & it wasn?t busy. We waited awhile for the waitress to take our order; another waitress took our order for drinks. Ourwaitress brought the drink to us. One of the drink had black debris in it. We ask the waitress for a new drink. I ordered bbqbrisket sandwich with fries. It was awful; it tasted like sloppy Joe from a school cafeteria. The fries were salty too. Atthe end the waitress asked if I wanted to take the food home, I said no. Overall the place is not clean and the food wasgrossed. The waitress?s apron was gross too. This was not my first time, it has gotten worse over the years. This will be mylast visit. Read more

Yesterday my husband and I visited Joey C?s for our first time and had a great experience! The food was delicious, the drinks... were great and we loved the service. The vibe was rustic and the restaurant was also super clean. Nick is a great manager, Adama phenomenal chef and Carey such an amazing and sweet bartender. We recommend this place to anyone looking for a go-to place tograb a bite and have great conversations. Make sure to purchase Joey?s custom seasoning used on his fries which is so deliciousand the custom made cilantro dip! My husband and I are definitely looking forward to returning here! Read more

Went for my birthday..was a party of 14 people. Food was good, however one persons appetizer did not come until others were... being served entrees. Some meals just didn't come as described but we made the best of it.. and some were satisfied with theirmeals(but those were young guys.. 13, 14, 16yr Olds ????) They'll be happy with just about anything edible. ???? They sat us inback room.. freezing ???? ???? ??! I have been to this establishments at least 10 times and was always happy. Maybe just an offnight! Will try again and see if the next time will be more positive. I would still recommend.. Read more