The Social Bar & Kitchen

208 Bank St, New London CT 06320

$$ American

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The Social Bar & Kitchen Reservations

8604426900

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Business Info

Address: 208 Bank St, New London CT 06320
Cross Street: Bank Street Connector
Cuisine: American | Hamburger | New American | Seafood | Steak | Sunday Brunch | Vegan |
Cost: | Inexpensive
Category: Casual Dining
Star Rating:
Reservations: Recommended
Dress Code: Casual
Meals Served: Brunch | Lunch | Dinner | Late | Other |
Parking: Street | Public Lot | Private Lot |
Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover | Cash |
Corkage Fee: N/A
Website: socialnewlondon.com
Phone: 8604426900
Features: Full Bar, Sunday Brunch, Late Dining, Live Entertainment, Outdoor Seating, Takeout Available, Winning Wine List, Wheelchair Access, Happy Hours, Lounge / Bar, Healthy Options, Free Wi-Fi,
Occasion: Child Friendly, Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Business Dining, Meet for a Drink, People Watching, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,

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Reservations Available

Monday: Restaurant 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Tuesday: Restaurant 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.; Trivia 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday: Restaurant 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Thursday: Restaurant 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Friday: Restaurant 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Saturday: Brunch (Indoors) 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Dinner (Indoors) 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday: Brunch (Indoors) 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Dinner (Indoors) 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.

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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.71 out of 5 stars based on 208 votes

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 9/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 9/10; Value: 9/10

Mar 12, 2023

Yvette D.

The setting is wonderful. The server was exellent! Food was lovely and healthy! Music was amazing! Just a great night over all.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 9/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Feb 13, 2023

Harrison V.

I had the brussel sprouts appetizer. For me there was a little too much honey and too much oil but otherwise I tried to eat them without the sauce. I am more of a plain person but I did eat them all. Unfortunately my fiance did not like the sauce. Drinks were good & the wait staff very friendly & helpful. Fun night dancing to the Carleans & Hoolios

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 4/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 8/10

Jan 16, 2023

Debra M.

Ok overall experience was a 10!! That’s because of there was a group of 12 best friends and we had so much fun! Also due to Fusion!! Such a great band!! The food (I ordered spicy turkey burger) which didn’t CJ one to me the way I ordered it. A salad was ordered and that was wrong. The kitchen took forever for us to receive our meals. My burger took 1 hour. Service from our waitress is a 10!!! She took our complaints like an angel and only tried to make everything better and everyone happy!! She was the best! We know the good delay was not her fault. We still had an absolute great time. Kitchen was the only problem. We would go back but maybe eat first.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jan 03, 2023

Kristin L.

This was the first time I experienced the social having a breakfast buffet, and I was quite pleased. A great selection of food and plenty of it! And Liz our server was just the best! :)

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 31, 2022

Paul B.

food was good, service good, and the music as excellent, the place seems clean, its roomy and open comfortable place over all, we will be back for more music and food

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 22, 2022

Maddy H.

Service was great! Live music was AMAZING!!!!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 07, 2022

Kelly G.

This is my favorite place in the area!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jun 25, 2022

Joe M.

The place was well kept, and was fairly busy, even for just being open an hour into its operating hours. The menu was all digital (very thoughtful), and was easy to navigate. Food came out wonderfully, and my guests had an excellent time!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 23, 2022

Bruce C.

Our server - can't remember her name - was awesome. She was very funny, served us fast, checked in just the right amount of times. Rockstar! The atmosphere was very cool. Wings were some of the best we've had. And there's a pool table! We are definitely coming back!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 22, 2022

Treva C.

Great atmosphere! We really enjoyed the live music. The restaurant was having some issues with their WiFi and some electrical issues, but they did their best to accommodate us on what must have been a stressful day for the staff. Everyone was super pleasant and helpful, and the food was good.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 08, 2022

MICHAEL R.

Our server Jarreau was superb. Brussels sprouts were to die for. Sandwiches were juicy and delicious.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Feb 16, 2022

Blair Y.

It was our first time there as we just moved to Waterford. We loved it and will be back.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jan 23, 2022

Frank M.

Everything was great: food, music, service ! I'll go there again, and again, and again.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 8/10

Dec 22, 2021

Larry L.

Great place!!

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Dec 20, 2021

Vincent D.

Everything ok , but service was slow

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Oct 12, 2021

Maggie B.

Great food and ambience. I would highly recommend the breakfast flatbread and a Bloody Mary for brunch

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 10/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Jul 29, 2021

Jerry M.

Great food, friendly staff. Manager came around to ask how everything was. Everything you would expect in a good restaurant.

: Overall: 10/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

May 11, 2021

Anne R.

Server was great we were seated promptly and experience was great!

: Overall: 9/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 9/10

Nov 15, 2021

MARC S.

We arrived 20 minutes early and were greeted by someone we thought was the hostess, but turned out to be a server doing dual duty. She immediately informed us that we may experience a long wait to be seated. We noted our reservations and she repeated her long wait discussion; but, she had a change of heart and seated us (we were kind to her). She informed us that they were operating at half-staff, but would do her best to serve our needs and we said we understood. As we ordered, she reinforced to us that the kitchen was short staffed and tickets were backed up. We decided to order anyway. As it turns out, the drinks and food came out in a reasonable amount of time. Kudos to the server for her ability to accommodate us, under staffing shortages. We will certainly return again. Best wishes for overcoming the staffing issues.

: Overall: 8/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 8/10

Feb 19, 2023

David H.

Our server was delightful. Very attentive.

: Overall: 8/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 8/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 8/10

Oct 09, 2022

Judy P.

No complaints, I just never give anyone a 10 because then they don’t have anything to strive for. Service & food were good.

: Overall: 8/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 8/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 8/10

Feb 28, 2022

James G.

U need to make a better effort to have the Server check on your patrons sooner. We sat for a while waiting for some contact to get a drink. Also the Mac & cheese was dry and not good. The burger kicked ass and the waiter was charming. I dig the extensive beer choices too.

: Overall: 8/10; Food: 8/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 8/10; Value: 8/10

Oct 22, 2021

LORI L.

Great evening. Our server was fabulous and the food was very good.

: Overall: 8/10; Food: 9/10; Service: 10/10; Ambience: 10/10; Value: 10/10

Aug 05, 2021

Debbie F.

Loved Justin - best waiter!!! Unfortunately, the poor guy was like the only one working so things were a bit slow, but not his fault - he was all over that restaurant working his butt off! Food wise there were hits and misses. Drinks - fabulous! Hits: Hot chips, tofu, cauliflower, wings, mac-n-cheese, burgers (veggie burger as well!)! Misses: 1) Fries (partly my fault because I missed the “you can leave off the wheat coating”) They tasted dusty and were not crisp at all. I have no idea why they don’t just make regular fries. This is a big miss. No one I know has ever enjoyed them. 2) Pork tips: Over fried and dry. No flavor to them. Rice was clumpy. Sauce was non-existent. Will I go back? Absolutely. Two misses on food dishes don’t make me want to not go back. There are way too many positives!

: Overall: 7/10; Food: 5/10; Service: 8/10; Ambience: 9/10; Value: 9/10