Aj's Bistro - MYSTIC

After enjoying the downtown Mystic art show, I stopped in to AJ for a bite to eat. The cucumber martini was absolutely refreshing on an August afternoon. I had calamari for an appetizer. Bits of pepper gave it a zing. My entree was everything crusted salmon. Cooked perfectly, the sesame seed crust seared on the outside snapped while the inside was tender. Along side potatoes and broccoli. Lastly was the fig cheesecake. Surprise layer in the crust of nut and fig giving the cheesecake its smooth texture. Our server was attentive and informative. The upstairs balcony was a shady place to enjoy this delightful meal. I recommend AJs….. 97 steps from the Flagpole!

Pizza was awesome Espresso martini was so freaking good. Bartender was sweet and friendly.

5 starts all the way. Bolognese so creamy, hearty and delicious. Little bit spicy but still marvelous. Laura helped us and she very friendly. We had fresh squeezed orange juice. Outside atmosphere is beautiful and romantic. Inside as well! Come check it out

The place is nice. Great service, great ambiance and pretty good food. I gave it only one star because of one thing. I was charged $20.00 for a draft Peroni beer. I had two. $40.00 for two 12-ounce draft beers is ridiculous. I will not go back and I suggest that anyone that does asks how much a beer costs before ordering it.

We are local, so we went for lunch at 1:30. We were told that the hot rocks are only offered outside now. So we went up to the outdoor tables only to be told they were only served at supper. A look at their lunch menu on line shows the hot rocks for lunch. We went somewhere else