Now Hiring - Looking for both front of house and back of house positions! Stop in or contact us for more details
Welcome to Carlson's Landing, a culinary experience overlooking the Connecticut River at the historic Essex Boat Works. Offering an elevated yacht club experience to the dining public, this spectacular new restaurant boasts dazzling interiors by Lawrence Hamre Designs, original undersea artwork by renowned local artist Melissa Barbieri and custom furniture by cabinetmaker Bruce Thurrott.
“Truly the best charred octopus I have ever had! Thank you Chef JP for an awesome meal! Between the apps, small plates, cocktails and amazing dessert we were overwhelmed with the quality and flavor of the food. Thank you! Look forward to visiting Carlson's Landing again!”
“This was beyond delicious! This lobster dish is uniquely prepared with a sauce that is light and extra tasty. Start off with Deviled Eggs that are the perfect light appetizer for summertime dining. Hard to find!”
“If you are looking for a fun night out this is the place!! Above only let me pick one item but we ate so much more. The calamari is amazing. I don't eat much seafood but this place has been making me willing to try . Hubby had fish and chips and friends had lobster roll and burger. They all raved about their meals!! I had fettucine with lobster.....remember I don't eat seafood lol but it was fabulous!!! Now for the staff....they are very friendly and extremly accomodating....Nathan hooked us up with 4 seats at the bar and we immmediatly felt like celeberties when the chef sent us a scallop each as an appetizer 💕 he later came out to check on us! Scallops also delicious. Our bartender was also very friendly and we enjoyed chatting with her. I feel I could go on and on about their food and staff!!! If you are thinking of going here make a reservation now.....you will love it!! We will be back very soon!! Beth &Artie”
“Outstanding. Excellent food, drinks and service, but never feel rushed. My new favorite for meeting a girlfriend, date nite or entertaining out-of-town friends.”
“I had the scallops and my fiancé had the steak frites. Let me tell you how amazing the scallops were! So succulent and sweet! They had a nice sear on them and they were just delicious! My fiancé said the steak frites was delicious! The steak was mouth-watering and the frites were cooked perfectly! We also had the shrimp cocktail and it was definitely the chef's kiss! Everything g was amazing and we cannot wait to come back! Beautiful location and restaurant! Great job!”
“Truly the best charred octopus I have ever had! Thank you Chef JP for an awesome meal! Between the apps, small plates, cocktails and amazing dessert we were overwhelmed with the quality and flavor of the food. Thank you! Look forward to visiting Carlson's Landing again!”
“This was beyond delicious! This lobster dish is uniquely prepared with a sauce that is light and extra tasty. Start off with Deviled Eggs that are the perfect light appetizer for summertime dining. Hard to find!”
“If you are looking for a fun night out this is the place!! Above only let me pick one item but we ate so much more. The calamari is amazing. I don't eat much seafood but this place has been making me willing to try . Hubby had fish and chips and friends had lobster roll and burger. They all raved about their meals!! I had fettucine with lobster.....remember I don't eat seafood lol but it was fabulous!!! Now for the staff....they are very friendly and extremly accomodating....Nathan hooked us up with 4 seats at the bar and we immmediatly felt like celeberties when the chef sent us a scallop each as an appetizer 💕 he later came out to check on us! Scallops also delicious. Our bartender was also very friendly and we enjoyed chatting with her. I feel I could go on and on about their food and staff!!! If you are thinking of going here make a reservation now.....you will love it!! We will be back very soon!! Beth &Artie”
“Outstanding. Excellent food, drinks and service, but never feel rushed. My new favorite for meeting a girlfriend, date nite or entertaining out-of-town friends.”
“I had the scallops and my fiancé had the steak frites. Let me tell you how amazing the scallops were! So succulent and sweet! They had a nice sear on them and they were just delicious! My fiancé said the steak frites was delicious! The steak was mouth-watering and the frites were cooked perfectly! We also had the shrimp cocktail and it was definitely the chef's kiss! Everything g was amazing and we cannot wait to come back! Beautiful location and restaurant! Great job!”
“Truly the best charred octopus I have ever had! Thank you Chef JP for an awesome meal! Between the apps, small plates, cocktails and amazing dessert we were overwhelmed with the quality and flavor of the food. Thank you! Look forward to visiting Carlson's Landing again!”
63 Main St
Essex, CT 06426
Located at the end of Main Street in downtown Essex between the historic Connecticut River Museum and iconic Essex Boat Works.