Riley's by the Sea Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Riley's by the Sea, a culinary gem nestled along the picturesque Long Island Sound in Stratford, Connecticut. This captivating restaurant is celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and fresh, innovative menu offerings. The highlight of any visit is the extensive selection of small plates, perfect for sharing. Diners rave about the outstanding shrimp and grits, fish and chips, and delectable seafood options like halibut, all crafted with care by Chef Dave.
For those seeking a festive drink, the holiday cocktails, including the famous Christmapolitan, are must-tries. The cozy ambiance is complemented by friendly staff, eager to make your experience unforgettable. Whether you're indulging in a comforting bowl of chowder or enjoying a post-meal stroll by the seawall, Riley's promises a delightful escape for families and friends alike.
Soups
New England Clam Chowder
Riley's Lobster Bisque
11
Littleneck Clams Casino (6)
crisp bacon, casino butter.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (4)
Cocktail sauce and lemon
Garlic Parmesan Wings (8)
fried chicken wings tossed in garlic parmesan butter sprinkled with parmesan cheese, served with ranch dressing
Grilled Buffalo Wings (8)
Par-baked with secret spices, tossed in buffalo sauce and finished over coals, bleu cheese dressing and celery.
Ahi Tuna Tartare
Sushi Grade Tuna, Avocado, Ginger, Wontons
North End Meatballs
Two Large Meatballs in Marinara Sauce with Melted Fresh Moz.
Street Corn Shrimp Tacos
Sweet Corn Shrimp, Shisito Slaw, Pico, Naan Bread (2)
Steamed Native Clams
a dozen or so littlenecks in white garlic broth.
Chesapeake Crab Dip
Asiago Crusty creamy cheese dip with Maryland Lump Crab meat served with Tortilla chips
Lordship Hummus
Made on the premise hummus served with fresh veggies.
Appetizers
Entrees
Ken's Favorite Fish and Chips
New England Fish and chips served withFrench fries, tartar sauce and lemon
Lobster Mac and Cheese
creamy cheese trio with truffle oil loaded with fresh lobster and topped with panko bread crumbs
Penne Alla Vodka
Tossed in Vodka and tomato cream sauce flavored with pancetta baconAdd Chicken 8Add Shrimp 12
Broiled Cod Platter
Broiled Atlantic cod in white wine, lemon, butter with rice pilaf and veggies
Shrimp Scampi
4 large shrimp sauteed in scampi butter, served with rice pilaf and veggies
Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna Salad
Over field greens with mango, avocado, cucumber, scallions, cucumber wasabi dressing
Coastal Cobb Salad
Shrimp, Crab, field greens, avocado, tomato, scallions, egg, bacon, and bleu cheese
Riley's Entree Salad
Field greens, craisins' cucumber, tomato, sunflower, seeds, feta cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar Entree Salad
Chopped romaine, garlic croutons, reggiano parmigiana, caesar dressing
Baby Kale Crunch Salad
Baby Kale and Spinach Salad, Parmesan Crisp, Tossed in a Sesame Ginger Dressing with Pickled Red Onions and Toasted Panko Crunch
Salads
Burgers and Sandwiches
Riley's Burger
1/2 Lb fresh ground beef with smoked applewood bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato
California Burger
1/2 lb fresh ground beef with Avocado, Greens, Tomato, and Wasabi Ginger Mayo
Umani Burger
1/2 lb fresh ground beef with Melted Blue Cheese, Mushrooms, Lettuce, and Tomato
Chicken Chest Club
Grilled chicken breast on a hard roll with smoked applewood bacon, cheese, lettuce and tomato.
Fishwich
Atlantic Cod dipped in Blue Point Beer Batter, with Lettuce, Tomato, Tartar Sauce, and French Fries
V.S. Plant Based Burger
Beyond Meat Patty, Tomato, Avocado, Field Greens and Vegan Dijon Aioli
Riley's Lobster Roll
Fresh Pulled Maine Lobster Meat served Warm on a Split Top Bun with Drawn Butter and Lemon
Lobster Roll
Flatbreads
Riley's Margherita Flatbread
Plum Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Pesto Drizzle
Scampi Flatbread
Shrimp, Scampi Sauce, Asiago Sprinkles
Meat Lover's Flatbread
Plum Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Sausage & Meatball & Onion
Riley's Summer Punch
absolut peach vodka, malibu rum, captain morgan spiced rum, pineapple and cranberry juice
Most Refreshing Gin Spritz- Thanks SEUC
Hendrix Gin, Fresh Squeeze Lime Juice, Cucumber Simple Syrup, Soda
Pretty and Pink
Pink Whitney Lemonade and Club Soda. 2.00 from each drink sold will be donated to St. Vincents's Swim Across the Sound. As of 7/15 229 Sold
Deep Edy's Lemon Drop Martini
Deep Eddy's lemon vodka and simple syrup shaken to perfection, garnished with a sugar rim and a lemon wedge
Cucumber Ginger Martini
Kettle One Cucumber Mint Vodka, Domaine De Canton Ginger Liquor and Splash Fresh Lime Juice
Aperol Spritz
Prosecco, Aperol, and Club Soda, Orange Slice
Summer Sweet Tea
Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka and Lemonade
1st Ave Watermelon Lemonade
From South Beach to 1st Avenue, everyone enjoys a Seagram's Watermelon Vodka Lemonade. Unofficial Drink of Saturday afternoon by the one and only Tom M.
Frozen Mudslide
Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Bailey's and Ice Cream
Captain Morgan Pina Colada
Captain Morgan, Coco Logo, Pineapple juice
Frozen Daquiris
Made with Bacardi Rum and choice of flavor. (Watermelon, Mango, Peach, Passion Fruit, Strawberry)
Frozen Margarita
Riley's house recipe and choice of flavor (Watermelon, Mango, Peach, Passion Fruit, Strawberry)