Whether you are planning a romantic dinner date or a casual lunch with friends, this restaurant on an antique barge serves up some great seafood with a beautiful water view. Located on the Saugatuk River, you can walk in, drive up or even dock your boat at this barge restaurant.

The Black Duck Cafe is a circa 1840s barge that has been converted into a casual restaurant famous for its seafood and tavern fare. And we do mean famous... Guy Fieri featured this spot on his Food Network show, Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.
Facebook/Black Duck Cafe
Drop in to this friendly spot that is draped with cheerful nautical decor. Brightly colored buoys hang from the ceiling reminding you that you really are dockside.
Google Images/David Schaller
Hop onto a bar stool or pick a spot at the table and get ready to sample the food that landed The Black Duck Cafe into the limelight.
Google Images/Patrick Trappe

Related Stories

This Auction Barn In Connecticut Is One Of The Best Places To Go Antique Hunting

This Auction Barn In Connecticut Is One Of The Best Places To Go Antique Hunting

 There's So Much To Discover At This Incredible 3-Story Antique Shop In Connecticut

There's So Much To Discover At This Incredible 3-Story Antique Shop In Connecticut

 The Best Lobster Rolls In Connecticut Are Hiding In This Restaurant That Doesn't Even Have Plates

The Best Lobster Rolls In Connecticut Are Hiding In This Restaurant That Doesn't Even Have Plates
The barge restaurant cooks and serves over 75,000 clams every year! The steamers are cooked perfectly and served with a side of clam broth that is simple, yet delicious. You can also check out their raw bar with a selection of shrimp, clams, and lobster.
TripAdvisor/Shetaz5360
Clams casino is another favorite dish. They are topped with bacon, Parmesan, and garlic butter to let the natural flavor of the shellfish shine. And of course, you can find lobster rolls, lobster reubens, and lobster BLTs at this barge restaurant.
TripAdvisor/Oscar J1985
If you love the crispy crunch of fried seafood take a bite out of the whole belly clam Po' Boy. You won't find a sandwich like this at a roadside clam shack.
Google Images/Rob Dzamko
Not only renowned for its seafood, The Black Duck Cafe has quite a reputation for its burgers. From the signature Black Duck burger smothered in sauteed peppers, onions, and mushrooms to the stuffed burgers that just ooze melted cheese when you bite into them, beef lovers will adore these well crafted items.
Google Images/Lisa Belvedere
The Black Duck Cafe is located under the bridge at 605 Riverside Ave., Westport, Connecticut.

Have you been to check out the antique barge restaurant in Westport? What was your favorite thing on the menu at the Black Duck Cafe? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

If you love hot dogs, then you will definitely want to visit this Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives hot dog joint in Connecticut.

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Related Articles

Explore Connecticut