Helmsman Kitchen & Bar Menu – Groton, CT

Type : Restaurant

Location : Groton, CT

Rooted in the cultivated craftsmanship tradition of its New England locality, The Helmsman Kitchen & Bar opens its doors to bring a sure-fire culinary experience.
A visit to Mystic immerses the explorer in powerful historical roots and at the Helmsman, we take pride and inspiration in our city’s intrepid past of maritime glory and ship-building prowess. This is an invitation to go beyond the expected and embark in a culinary journey through our modern land-and-sea grill and hand-crafted mixology. Welcome to the home of New England’s best coastal offerings from our new restaurant located at the Mystic Marriott.

Based on 6 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery

Helmsman Kitchen & Bar 06340

Address:
625 N Rd, Groton, CT 06340

Phone: (860) 326-0360

Website:

Hours

Saturday 7 AM–12 PM, 5–10 PM
Sunday 7 AM–12 PM, 5–10 PM
Monday

(Labor Day)
6:30–11 AM, 5–10 PM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 6:30–11 AM, 5–10 PM
Wednesday 6:30–11 AM, 5–10 PM
Thursday 6:30–11 AM, 5–10 PM
Friday 5 AM–10 PM

Menu

Wine
Brancott, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Pighin, Pinot Grigio, Friuly, Italy
Val De Meigas, Albariño, Rias Baixas, Spain
Sonoma Cutrer, Chardonnay, Russian River Ranches, Sonoma Coast, California
Fleurs De Prairie, Côte De Provence, France
Veuve Clicquot, Brut Yellow Label, Reims, France
Rene Geoffroy Expression, Brut, Valée De La Marne, France
Chandon Rosé, Brut, Domaine Chandon, California
A Margaine, Brut Rosé, Valée De La Marne, France
Willamette Valley Vinyards, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Albino Rocca, Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy
Palacios Remondo, Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain
Los Osos J. Lohr, Merlot, Paso Robles, California
Joel Gott Palisades, Red Blend, Washington, USA
Columbia Crest, H3, Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington, USA
Zorzal, Unico, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
B-Side, Cabernet, Napa Valley
Mionetto, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy
Poema, Brut Metodo, Rose, Cava, Spain
Meiomi Wines, California
Kendall-Jackson, Avant, California
Chalk Hill, Estate Vineyards & Winery, Sonoma California
Failla, Sonoma Coast, California
Cakebread, Napa Valley, California, 2020
Lewis Cellars, Russian River, Sonoma California, 2019
Preston Ridge, Preston, Connecticut
Ridge, Lytton Springs, Dry Creek, 2018
Day, Grist Vineyard, Dry Creek, 2016
Turley, Old Vine, California, 2020
St. Francis, Merlot, Sonoma County
The Hess Collection, Allomi Vineyard, Napa Valley
Troublemaker, Red Blend, Central Coast
Cardano Estate, Napa Valley
Jordan, Alexander Valley, 2017
Long Meadow Ranch, Napa Valley, 2019
B Side, Napa Valley, 2019
Ledyard, Maugle Sierra Vineyards, New England
Abstract, Orin Swift, California, 2019
Machete, Orin Swift, California, 2018
Palacios Remondo, La Vendemia, Rioja, 2021
Emilio Moro, Ribera Del Duero
Acustic, Monsant
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Riesling, Columbia Valley
Attems, Pinot Grigio, Attiki, Greece, 2020
Mylonas Assyrtiko, Friuly, Italy, 2021
Nora, Albariño, Rias Baixas, Spain, 2019
Schloss Gobelsburg, Grüner Veltliner, Kamptal, Austria, 2020
Stonington Vineyards, Seaport, New England
Chateau D’Esclans, The Beach, Whispering Angel
Château De Sarrins, Provence
Sabine, Aix-En-Provence, Bieler
Saltwater Farm Vineyards, Connecticut
Brewer-Clifton, Santa Rita Hills, 2019
Tyler, Santa Rita, 2021
Failla, Sonoma Coast, 2019
Melville, Estate, Santa Rita Hills, 2019
Lioco, Mendocino County, 2019
The Hilt, Santa Rita, 2021
Paul Jaboulet, P45, Cotes Du Rhone
Château Mont Redon, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, 2019
Isabelle Garrault, Sancerre, France, 2019
Craggy Range, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2020
Kim Crawford, Marlborough, New Zealand
Brendel Napa Valley, Napa Valley, California, 2020
Jonathan Edwards, Estate, Connecticut
Chateau Cos D’Estournel, Goulee, Saint-Estephe, 2015
Phélan-Ségur, Saint Estephe, 2015
Château Gaudin, Pauillac, 2018
Château Beau-Séjour-Bécot, Saint Emilion, 2018
Erath Winery
Averaen, Willamette Valley, 2021
Cristom, Willamette Valley, 2021
Patracia Green, Willamette Valley, 2017
Uccelliera, Rapace, Tuscany, 2016
Ornellaia, Le Volte, Tuscany, 2021
Mauro Molino, La Morra, Barolo, 2019
Collosorbo, Brunello Di Montalcino, 2019
Tenuta San Guido, Guidalberto, Tuscany, 2021
Cocktails
The Nautical
Ketel Citroen – Blueberry Syrup – Lillet Blanc – Fresh Lemon
Loose Cannon
Plantation 5 Rum – Mezcal – Orange – Aperol – Curaçao
A Punch & A Kick
Diplomatico Select Rum – Pineapple & Orange – Mango Nectar – Grenadine
Helmsman Old Fashioned
Ron Zacapa 23 year Rum – Sirop de Canne – Ango & Regan’s Bitters
Whiskey Smash
Litchfield Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Ginger Beer – Fresh Mint
Old Fashioned
Whiskey – Demerara – Ango & Regan’s Bitters
Martini
Vodka or Gin – Dry Vermouth
Daiquiri
White Rum – Fresh Lime – Sugar
Dark & Stormy
Goslings Black Seal Rum – Ginger Beer – Velvet Falernum – Fresh Lime
Negroni
Gin – Sweet Vermouth – Campari
Margarita
Tequila Blanco – Orange Liqueur – Agave Nectar – Fresh Lime
Sazerac
Rye – Brandy – Peychaud’s – Angostura – Absinthe
Manhattan
Bourbon – Sweet Vermouth – Angostura Bitters
St. Agrestis N/A Negroni
Juniper – Citrus – Floral Notes
Dinner Menu
Rhode Island Oysters
Half Dozen or Dozen
Chilled Lobster
Half or Whole
Old Bay Poached Shrimp Cocktail
Cocktail Sauce, Lemon
Jumbo Lump Crab
Daily Crudo
Chive, Grapefruit, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Mystic Tower
All the Best – Some Surprises
Shrimp Ceviche
Cucumber, Jalapeno, Salsa Verde
Crispy Calamari
Fried Shishito Peppers, Lemon, Red Sauce
Mussels Or Steamers
Garlic, White Wine, Garlic Toast
Truffled French Fries
Parmesan, Truffle Aioli
Seared Yellowfin Tuna Tacos
Grilled Scallions, Wasabi Aioli
Roasted Artichoke Dip
Marinated Olives, Lemon, Sesame Pita
Chili Glazed Rock Shrimp Tempura
Fried Chilies, Sesame
New England Clam Chowder
Twice Fried Potatoes, Smoked Bacon Roasted
Tomato Bisque
Local Cheddar, Toasted Brioche
Baby Lettuces
Gorgonzola, Blueberries, Candied Pecans, Honey – Champagne Vinaigrette
Fork + Knife Caesar Salad
Hand Torn Sourdough Croutons, Aged Parmesan, Anchovies
Wild Arugula + Baby Vegetables
Goat Cheese, Crushed Oregano + Lemon Dressing
Steakhouse Wedge
Iceberg Lettuce, Cherry Tomatoes, Blue Cheese, Bacon, Crispy Onion, Egg
The Helmsman Burger
American Cheese, Bacon, Dijonaisse, Red Onions, Pickles
CT Lobster Roll
Garlic Aioli, Bibb Lettuce, Chives, Drawn Butter, Old Bay, Lemon; Chilled or Butter Poached
Fried Lump Crab Cake Sandwich
Hand Chopped Pickle Dressing, Cabbage Slaw
Fried Chicken On Brioche
White Barbecue, Onion Strings
Linguine + Littleneck Clams
Toasted Garlic, Chili Flakes, White Wine Butter Sauce
Grilled Ribeye
Roasted Shallots, Watercress, Garlic + Herb Butter; Add Broiled Lobster Tail MP
Avocado & Crab Louie
Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Garlic Breadcrumbs, Asparagus
NY Strip
Crispy Red Potatoes, Charred Broccolini
CT Clam Bake
Half Lobster, Clams, Mussels, Andouille, Sweet Corn, Red Potatoes, Barley Head
Brick Pressed Organic Chicken
Potato Puree, Herb Roasted Vegetables, Zesty Chicken Jus
Local Black Sea Bass
Fennel + Shellfish Bouillabaisse
Faroe Island Salmon
Cracked Black Pepper, Honey Brown Butter, Asparagus
Pub Style Fish + Chips
Dill Pickle, English Peas + Tarter Sauce
Crab Stuffed Whole Lobster
Garlic Herb Butter, Served with Fries
Grilled Maitake Mushrooms
Baby Onions, Mushroom Gravy, Cheddar Grits
Helmsman Alfredo
Parsley, Pecorino Romano Add Black Truffles, Grilled Chicken or Grilled Shrimp
Potato Frites
Mashed Potatoes
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
Grilled Asparagus
Linguini With Tomato, Butter & Garlic Oil
Breakfast Menu
Croissant
House-Made Jam, Butter
Grilled Blueberry Muffin
Salted Butter
Assorted Donut Holes
Veggie Scone
Onion Jam
Oatmeal
Fruit, local maple syrup, mixed berries
Seasonal Fruit
Vanilla Greek Yogurt, fennel pollen granola
All American
Two eggs any style; choice of bacon, sausage or avocado, breakfast potatoes
Avocado Toast
Charred sourdough, radish, basil; Add fried egg $2
Breakfast Sandwich
English muffin, egg, sausage, jack, roasted pepper aioli
Stuffed French Toast
Mascarpone, basil, strawberries
Crab Cake Benny
Old Bay hollandaise, breakfast potatoes
Veggie Omelet
Mushroom ragout, gruyère, breakfast potatoes
Ham & Cheddar Omelette
breakfast potatoes, red peppers, paprika
White Omelette
Melted leeks, pecorino, arugula, lemon
The Continental
Croissant & jam, salami, white cheddar, strawberries, tea or coffee
Steak & Eggs
Breakfast potatoes, romesco
Breakfast Potatoes Or Hash Browns
Caramelized Grapefruit
Bacon Or Sausage Chicken Sausage
Simple Salad | Citrus
Toast And Strawberry Jam
Oatmeal | Seasonal Fruit, Honeycomb

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Order and Reservations

Reservations: opentable.com

Reviews

Antia Frias
Everything was amazing. The Newly renovated space is minimalistic without lacking a thing. Music was great. Our favorite thing was the Caesar salad. Nathan was our server. Nathan was very friendly, knowledgeable of the menu and attentive. Definitely stop in and at least try a Punch and a Kick it is a delightful rum based drink with pineapple & orange juice, mango nectar and grenadine.

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Jim Haynie
I like the new redesigned bar and restaurant. It looks very nice. I was hoping this bar was part of the lobby bar, but it is separated and not as warm and friendly because the cool crowd is in the lobby. If I could change one thing, I would try to integrate the two bars into one in the lobby area.

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Lisa Greenspan
We had such an amazing evening out! What a beautiful restaurant/ bar. The drinks were incredible and the food as well and our Server/ Bartender Shaun was incredible!!!! He went above and beyond to make our dinner special. He is an asset to your team! The server and host was also extremely professional and very kind. We will definitely be back!

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3275362
We dinned in for Father’s day and the hostess was very welcoming. We were seated quickly and accommodated above and beyond expectations. The new design is elegant and gives an intimate feel while being family friendly. Our experience was great from the service to the food. It left the taste of fine dining in my mouth.

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Brian
A very nice refresh of the old Octagon restaurant within the Mystic Marriott. Service and atmosphere was great, but food was just ok. Portions were on the small side for the price, and most sides were ala cart. I had the Helmsman Alfredo, which was just average. My wife had the hot lobster roll, and the bread was stale and the lobster was not very fresh tasting. Friend had the salmon, but it was just a small portion of salmon on top of a few stalks of asparagus. Service was a bit slow, despite being not busy on a Thursday night. Ok place, but would not go out of the way to eat here regularly.

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